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Anjani R.

Lake Hiawatha, NJ

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$35/hr
17 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm an experienced childcare provider with a deep passion for fostering children's growth and development. My 17 years of experience, coupled with my natural patience and calm demeanor, allow me to create a nurturing and stimulating environment for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. My creativity and imagination...
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Sara G.

Lake Hiawatha, NJ

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$30/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Sara, and I'm a dedicated and experienced childcare provider with over 10 years of babysitting experience and a strong background in early childhood education. I hold a bachelor's degree in Psychology and Sociology from William Paterson University and am currently pursuing my master's degree in education as I work...
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Bridget L.

Caregiver

Rockaway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
My name is Bridget and I have been babysitting children for over 10 years. I love kids and try to make everyday fun, while creating a structured, safe environment. I believe I am an enthusiastic, friendly person who loves to take care of others. I am currently a first grade teacher and have been teaching elementary school for...

Maureen B. says "I hired Bridget to babysit my 3 grandchildren at the venue where my older son was getting married. I also hired her for a couple of hours prior to the...

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Nashaly M.

Parsippany, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
I am a Behavioral Therapist with a Bachelors in Psychology and interested in babysitting/nannying part time. I love working with kids and have worked at a daycare for almost 2 years and another for about a year now. My mother is also a teacher who has taught me a lot on how to care for a child. I have a 3-year-old brother who...

Hitesh M. says "Appreciated the responsiveness , things didn't work since we booked someone else but will reach out next time ."

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Charlotte M.

Madison, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Charlotte. A little bit about me-I started as a mother's helper when I was 11 years old, and since then, have been working with children. I babysat up until college and then after receiving a bachelors degree in art education at the University of Vermont, I became a Lead Teacher for the Infant/toddler program.

Anna W. says "Charlotte is a warm, silly and enthusiastic teacher. I have had the honor of working with her as her assistant teacher. Charlotte knows how to bring a...

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Joyce B.

ABOUT ME..

Dover, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
-I'm looking for a family that needs an extra set of helping hands and loving heart! -About me: -I'd describe my personality as caring, patient, and attentive. I am very flexible, always on time & will communicate very well with you. I served in the military so punctuality is very important to me. -Skills include: having tons...

Jessica M. says "Joyce watched our two kids when my husband and I went out for a date night. She did very well and our children enjoyed their time with her."

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Christine G.

Montville, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
I would describe myself as reliable, kind and sensitive to others needs. Currently I work in the afternoons at an elementary school after care program. I have morning availability to help reset your house from the morning routine, run errands, get kids off to bus etc. My rate is $30 per hour.

Care Member says "Dependable and easy to communicate with. So helpful for our day to day needs with our kids. Appreciate her so much!"

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Bernadette C.

Nanny

Wayne, NJ

4.9(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
My name is Bernadette and I am 37 years old. I have lots of experience working with children. I enjoy working with children and they enjoy being around me. I am loving, caring, nurturing, dependable and have lots of patience also. I have worked with children in various settings such as daycare centers, schools and in a summer...

Ekaterina L. says "Bernadette is very responsible and takes her job seriously. She always thinks about safety. Besides, kids love staying with her. She can engage them...

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Michelle R.

Full Time Care Giver

East Hanover, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
hi my name is Michelle, I have been a pre-school teacher for 20 years. Over my 20 years of experience I have worked with all children ranging from infants to preschoolers. Due to the age ranges I have worked with my experience includes; changing diapers, preparing meals, creating a fun learning environment, and arts and crafts....

Elena S. says "Michelle is very punctual, professional, energetic, and passionate about her career choice."

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Kristine B.

Babysitter

Morristown, NJ

4.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have numerous years as a care giver for children of all needs aging from infant through high school. I'm a hospice LPN by trade but love being around children and young adults. I have experience in education as an Asst Principal. I have a grown married daughter and 4 nieces and nephews who are my world. I am caring, but firm....

Paul H. says "Kristine watched our toddler for over a year. She has been such a blessing to our family in that time and we would not hesitate to bring her back for our...

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Rosi A.

Fairfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
3 years experience
Hello, My name is Rosi, I'm a mother of 4, and grandmother of 5. Work as a nanny raising babies and children of different age. I've raised my children, and raising my grand-kids, including my grand twins, now they are at an age of 3. My responsibilities include, feeding, showering, changing diapers, pickup and drop off, and the...

Maggie S. says "Rosi was referred to me by my girlfriend, I interviewed her and hired her on the spot. Loved everything about rosi, her caring for my children was...

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Stephanie P.

Array Of Experiences!

Caldwell, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have a wide range of experiences caring for children. I have been babysitting since I was 16 years old. I also have experience in daycare, primarily with toddlers. After receiving a Bachelors degree in Education in 2012, I substitute taught in elementary schools and tutored students in reading and math. In May 2016, I...

Lucy T. says "Stephanie babysat for our two children and their two cousins. She was easy to communicate with, warm, friendly and I felt comfortable that they were in safe...

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Sarah M.

Verona, NJ

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! My name is Sarah and I'm 29 years old. I live in Verona, NJ and currently work as a special education teacher in Maywood, NJ. I teach at the South Bergen Jointure Commission, a school that provides specialized services for students with autism and behavioral disorders. Before becoming a teacher, I worked as a...

Kristin L. says "Sarah cared for our children for two years. My children were 4 and 7 when she started with us and watched the children in the after school and evening...

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Laura G.

Part-time Caregiver

Verona, NJ

4.5(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have been babysitting for over 15 years now and I have my degree in early childhood education. I care for children ages 2-13. I am also CPR and first aid certified. I also work at a local preschool. I love doing art, music, dance and sports activities with kids! I am flexible to work afternoons and some weekends.

Stephanie A. says "Laura's hours did not quite fit what I was looking for. She was very communicative and timely in her responses though. I will hope to use her during...

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Keturah M.

West Orange, NJ

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Keturah! I am 30 years old and I live in West Orange, NJ. I love reading and the Arts, and I do a lot of fun crafts in my free time. I' m also a big science lover, and on top of being certified in CPR and first aid. I am a Rutgers University alumnus. I currently work full time for the CDC foundation. I love...
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Mitchna J.

Experienced Babysitter - Available Full Time

West Orange, NJ

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello Families! I have 9 + years of experience with childcare. I worked at several childcare centers: Tutor time Goddard school Primrose West orange community house I have experience with ages 6 weeks to 13 years old. I also have experience being a nanny. My last nanny position was with a family of 5 ( 3kids ages 8, 10,...

Joy W. says "Mimi took care of my infant daughter for a few months. She was responsible, caring, and followed the schedule I gave her. Highly recommend her!"

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Gabrielle J.

Madison, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I am a 30-year-old woman who has been babysitting on and off since I was a young teenager. I am a licensed speech language pathologist working with adult/elderly population but I do have experience working as a speech therapist with children as well. Looking for jobs here and there, not for full time work.

Emily C. says "Gabrielle got my children ready and off to school so I could catch an early train. She was very prompt in her messaging and professional, and handled my...

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Emily C.

About Emily

Montclair, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Emily and I love working with kids! I studied child advocacy and policy at MSU as well as social work (I've not yet finished my degree but plan to part-time/ online in the Fall of 2025 or spring of 26). I am going to be transferring to a university that has a BSW program so that my masters will only take a year. I...

Manasi C. says "She was wonderful with my daughter .. she read her books, played with her, made sure she was comfortable. Definitely would like to work with her in...

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Tara P.

Super Fun Sitter Ready To Make Your Day!

Caldwell, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
I have 3+ years of child care experience. I am totally willing to help with errands and light housework. I have special needs care experience, including being a teacher's aide in a special needs classroom. Excited to hear from you! :)

Care Member says "Tara was amazing with our son who has Special Needs! She was very engaged with him and kept him entertained the whole time!"

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Lucy S.

Baby Whisperer

West Orange, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi there!!! Thank you so much for viewing my profile. My name is Lucy. When I was younger, I was a mothers helper for a couple of families and it gradually turned into babysitting when I was just 12. I currently still babysit for these families one of whom has 5 children including a newborn, a toddler and an autistic child. I am...

Jessica F. says "Lucy is AMAZING!!! I hired her to pick up my two children and take them to aftercare at a nearby daycare facility. I couldn't be happier with her...

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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $32.50/hr as of November 2025

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Lake Hiawatha, NJ

After School Babysitters in Lake Hiawatha, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters

Bridget L.

I hired Bridget to babysit my 3 grandchildren at the venue where my older son was getting married. I also hired her for a couple of hours...

- Maureen B.

Nashaly M.

Appreciated the responsiveness , things didn't work since we booked someone else but will reach out next time .

- Hitesh M.

Charlotte M.

Charlotte is a warm, silly and enthusiastic teacher. I have had the honor of working with her as her assistant teacher. Charlotte knows how...

- Anna W.

FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Lake Hiawatha, NJ

You can review 2 after school babysitter profiles near you in Lake Hiawatha, 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.

The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Lake Hiawatha, NJ is $32.50. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.

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 Lake Hiawatha, NJ on babysitting websites like Care.com.

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 Lake Hiawatha, NJ can really come in handy.

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 Lake Hiawatha, NJ.

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