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60 after school babysitters are listed in Highland Park, NJ
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 5 years
After school babysitters in Highland Park, NJ
Hello! I'm a very reliable, responsible, and creative sitter. I've been a camp counselor, an after school aide, an assistant teacher at a daycare, and a babysitter. I love kids and making them smile while having fun! I enjoy doing crafts with kids, going to parks, or any fun activity for them! Ultimately my goal is to become a...
Cara can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Hi there! I'm Aileen, I'm 25 and I am a Masters of Social Work student Rutgers. I'm a very caring person and have experience working in a long-term care facility in the activities department (so I know how to entertain!) and am looking for some extra money. I love children and have four years experience as a summer day camp...
Aileen can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm a responsible, experienced, and engaging nanny/babysitter. I have 10+ years of experience caring for children in one-on-one settings, as well as 5+ years of experience caring for children in school/daycare settings. I am experienced caring for children from as young as 4 weeks to as old as 14! I truly love children of...
Isabella can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Izzy has provided excellent childcare for my 3 children, ages 2,6 and 8.My kids loved spending time with her. She engaged with each of my children right at their developmental levels. She was the perfect blend of firm yet warm hearted. ! She was reliable,...
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Reena B.
Highland Park, NJ
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
1.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Reena and I am currently studying at Rutgers University on a child psych track. Ive always had a passion for engaging with children and helping kids learn and grow. I love to do arts and crafts with kids and I really never get tired of playing. I volunteered at a Montessori with children of ages 1-month-old to...
Reena can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Cassie P.
Highland Park, NJ
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Kindergarten Teacher Available As Part Time Babysitter (Weekends & Summer)
I have been working as a caregiver for children for since I was in high school. I have worked for many years as a babysitter, a professional certified elementary school teacher, and as a private tutor. I am currently teach Kindergarten full time. I have a NJ State teaching certificate and a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood...
Cassie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Laura B.
Highland Park, NJ
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Laura and I'm a current junior at Rutgers University who is working towards Bachelors and Masters in Education. Getting to work with children in any capacity is truly a passion of mine. Since I was 14, I babysat three kids and would perform duties such as transportation, light house cleaning, cooking, tutoring,...
Laura can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Katherine R.
Edison, NJ
$22-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I am experienced with taking care of children from ages 2-17. Comfortable with running errands and can drop children off before school and from their after school events. Also available weekends for rides or care.
5.0
"Katherine is very responsible. She was very punctual in pick up my children and they loved being with her. She was also willing to drop them off to other activities when needed."
Kim R.
Lisa F.
East Brunswick, NJ
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Lisa I am a part time dental assistant looking for some extra hours during the week to help out a family in need. I have two children of my own that are now grown up and starting their own families. I am willing to help out with before or after school hours, assistant with meal prep, homework, cleaning, keeping the...
Lisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Lisa has been absolutely wonderful with my two young girls! They adore her! Lisa is always on time, if not early and always cleans up around the house and is great with our dogs as well! She is so friendly and has such a loving and caring personality!"
Carli H.
3.7
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Serious Inquires Only. Amilly has obtained a BA from Rutgers University as well as her Bachelor Degree in Social Work/Psychology. Throughout her career she has focused on childcare, education, & child development. Amilly is Nurtured Heart Approach Certified. She has provided Child Care, Personal Assistance, & Personal Shopping...
Amilly can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
4.0
"I hired Amilly because her background in education and social work makes her a brilliant nanny. She taught my children things they may have never learned from anyone else, and at the same time built a meaningful connection with both of them. She was reliable and...
Collin J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Hannah and I absolutely love working with kids! My plan is to work with OT pediatric patients after my 2 years of graduate school starting in the Fall of 2023. I have a wealth of babysitting experience that includes working with kids of all ages. In high school I was constantly babysitting my little neighbors....
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Hannah was our family sitter for our child's kindergarten school year. She was A+ with them and a great communicator with us parents. She is patient, kind, a great homework motivator and just a good person. I recommend her with no reservations!"
Hana S.
Bridget C.
Scotch Plains, NJ
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Bridget. I've been a middle and high school English teacher for 8 years, but I also have worked as a nanny and babysitter for a number of summers. Although I teach older students, I have taken a number of early childhood development courses, and I love working with little ones too! I also tutor (elementary,...
Bridget can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Bridget is amazing and absolutely wonderful with babies. She watched our 8 month old just for a week but I absolutely love how she was reliable - and engaged my daughter in interactive ways. My daughter was always excited to see Bridget! Highly recommend! Bridget -...
Amrita I.
4.8
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a second grade teacher in Somerville, NJ, but live in Somerset. I love kids, I have been working with them for years and would love to meet you and your lovely family and help out in any way I can. . I was a lifeguard for 6 years, have my Master's Degree, and have experience in Customer Service and Childcare. My...
Samantha can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Samatha definitely is a person you can trust to leave your dog and a house with!
I would suggest on a pay-as-we-go arrangement, rather than an upfront bullet payment though. We factually paid for 3 hours daily spent at our house with a dog, but Samatha was...
Oleksandra K.
3.7
(3)
Thank you for checking out my profile! I was a Social Studies teacher in the Dominican Republic for a few years. I've had my NJ Child Care License for 2 years now. I am highly qualified, motivated, fun, high alert, and am detail-oriented. :) Please note that my primary language is Spanish, I do understand English and speak it to...
Ysabel can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ysabel is very dependable and always willing to help. I felt very comfortable with her, and always exceeded my expectations"
Kiana R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been a sitter for children ages 2-12 for about six years. I can help with things around the house, pick-up/drop-off, light housekeeping, and keeping them busy throughout the day! I am patient, kind, and I love working with children. I just graduated with an associate's degree in May '22 and am continuing my education...
Isabella can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Isabella was great with our kids. She was kind, calm, and very sweet with both of them. The kids have gotten older and no longer need care, or else we'd absolutley hire Isabella again!"
Kirt K.
Jessica V.
Scotch Plains, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Jessica. I am 31 years-old. I love caring for children and seniors. I feel that caring for them is the best job I can have. I am very responsible, reliable, and have a lot of patience. I have a run nursing degree. I have been caring for children and seniors most of my life, will care for them as if they were my...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Dear Jessica V.
Thank you for the time and consideration.I appreciate having had the opportunity to speak with you about your experience in related babysitter. Your resume is quite impressive and shows great potential for you in the working world. Sorry that it...
Maria-elena V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Current preschool substitute teacher looking to connect with a wonderful family for babysitting and nannying. I get joy from teaching, mentoring and connecting with the youth.
CPR/ First Aid Certified
Water safety
Potty training
Meal Prep
Transport
Some Spanish and ASL(sign language)
Knowledge of ABA system
Knowledge of Child...
5.0
"Natasha is great! She's punctual, attentive and great with the children A++"
Joel O.
4.3
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as witty, friendly and helpful
I like working with kids because they are our future and when they are surrounded by people who care and are loving they are able to change the world for the better
I started working with kids when I was 12 years old. I always babysat for a relative. I often...
Jennamae can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
3.0
"Jennamae worked for us for approximately 3 months from when our daughter was 3 months to almost 6 months old. Her areas of strength were, punctuality, reliability and patience when it came to our daughter. She was great at laying her down for naps, kept to her nap...
Breann K.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Positive, calm, balanced, committed, ambitious, compassionate, reliable, kind and very creative. My 2 daughters are my highest achievement making me proud every single day. In the past I worked as a Art teacher for kids with disabilities at "Special School Sacel" Romania. Between 2000 and 2005 I was part of an amazing French...
Camelia can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Cami is a wonderful nanny and she was great with my one year old. She's energetic, punctual, and has the natural instincts to take care of your child and put your mind at ease. She does great art projects and my daughter bonded with her immediately. I would highly...
Bisma M.
Jordan M.
Fords, NJ
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Absolutely Love Making Kids Smile And Laugh And Becoming Like A Big Sister To Them.
3.0
(2)
I've been babysitting since I was old enough to accept the responsibility. I was 13 when I had my first job of watching three kids. After the first babysitting job they referred me to countless families where I have watched those kids and many more since they were five until they were ready to drive. I would drive them to...
Jordan can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"
Jordan has been our trusted babysitter for nearly two years now. She has consistently shown up on time and proven to be a reliable caregiver. Our children feel comfortable, have fun, and are safe in her presence, and she follows our instructions diligently....
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Amaya. I am a 23-year-old college graduate who enjoys assisting and educating children. I graduated with masters in Criminal Justice at Rutgers Newark University where I will use my degree to aid children in the juvenile justice system through rehabilitation. I am willing to help out for the parent's and...
Amaya can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Amaya did a great job babysitting our 2 year old son! Would definitely hire again."
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Highland Park, NJ
Isabella M.
5.0
Izzy has provided excellent childcare for my 3 children, ages 2,6 and 8.My kids loved spending time with her. She engaged with each of my children right at their developmental levels. She was the perfect blend of firm yet warm hearted. ! She was reliable, responsible and just an all around nice...
- Care member
Katherine R.
5.0
Katherine is always willing to go the extra mile. Great with kids and running other errands.
- Brian L.
Lisa F.
5.0
I'm so happy to have met Lisa. She's great with my 3 year old and he looks forward to playing with her every week. I feel very fortunate to have her babysitting my greatest gift.
- Jenniferlynn M.
Amilly C.
5.0
This woman was great working with! She was on time, and she genuinely connected with My children. She assisted them with reading and comprehension, as well as keeping them on track with school work. Not only was she fun but she also was responsible. I would definitely rehire her if I hadn't moved!
- Genesis W.
Hannah F.
5.0
Hannah was our family sitter for our child's kindergarten school year. She was A+ with them and a great communicator with us parents. She is patient, kind, a great homework motivator and just a good person. I recommend her with no reservations!
- Hana S.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Highland Park, NJ
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Highland Park, NJ?
You can review 6 after school babysitter profiles near you in Highland Park, NJ to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Highland Park, NJ?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Highland Park, NJ is $17.67. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Highland Park, NJ?
If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Highland Park, NJ on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Highland Park, NJ to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Highland Park, NJ can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Highland Park, NJ?
We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Highland Park, NJ.