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Nury C.

Bayonne, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
I'm looking for a job with a loving family where I can do after school pick up for the kids, take to extra curricular classes, make them dinner and be with the kids until their parents get home from work In my spare time, I like to be with my family. Go out to eat and spend as much time with them as I can. One thing you...

Care Member says "Hired Nury back in 2004 to take care of my child. Unfortunately left to Florida In 2008. Nury was the best care for my Son. She went above and beyond to...

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Sharifa F.

Part-time Babysitter Going To Kean For Teaching

Elizabeth, NJ

3.0(1)
from
$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Short: I am going to school to become a teacher for k-3 and special needs. I am open to any and all activities. I have babysat ages 6 months to 11 years. Minimum of 5 hours for one time jobs s& 20 hours for reoccurring. Long: -As a babysitter, I have assisted in homework, cleaning and entertaining children. I can and will...

Steven C. says "We've had Sharifa for a few years now and we're more than grateful for her, she's super dependable and responsible. We have six kids and they all love...

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Claudia P.

Responsible After-school Sitter

Elizabeth, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Claudia and I'm 24 years old. I have 6+ years of paid experience, I've taken care of kids from newborn to 14 years old. I'm very patient and loving, I'm comfortable with taking care of pets, meal prep, and dropping off and picking up from activities. I love play time and I'm good with arts and crafts. I did community...

Lanai S. says "I've hired Claudia to babysit my boys on two occasions. She is the best and my kids love her! Always arrives early and willing to stay late. She's very...

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Alexa A.

Rahway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi! My name is Alexa and I am an experienced babysitter that would love to work for your family! I am a special education elementary school teacher. I have been teaching for 11 yrs, and currently teach Kindergarten and 1st Grade Autism (ABA). I have experience babysitting and working with kids from 2-16 years. I am a graduate of...

Melissa G. says "This is a very long overdue recommendation, but better late than never! Alexa is a great sitter! From the moment we met, I liked her instantly. She is...

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Camelia M.

Loving, Patient And Compassionate Baby Sitter

Woodbridge, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
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...

Rubina S. says "I am writing to express my recommendation for Camelia M. Cami has worked as a babysitter for my two year old toddler for the last 9 months. She serves as...

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Bridget C.

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
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,...

Amrita I. says "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...

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Katarzyna C.

Clark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
driving to and from school, meal preparation, help with homework, playdate arrangements,, after school activities.

Pat R. says "Katarzyna was hired to watch my children and to run errands. My family found her to be personable, dependable, and punctual. My kids took to her immediately...

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Emma M.

Seasoned Sitter Looking For Work Asap

Rahway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, I am a 30-year-old based here in Union County (Rahway). I have years of experience in childcare, my most recent position being a co-teacher of a Reggio style based classroom in a private school in Mountainside; previously, I worked as a 'guide' at a private school called Acton Academy. Years of experience in alternative...

Dana A. says "Very friendly, great with kids, trustworthy."

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Joe L.

Engaging Babysitter

Cranford, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I've been a passionate camp counselor and Care. com babysitter for over 7 years. I have First Aid/CPR certification, college education in child development, and a BS degree from Rowan University. I have babysat for three families through care. com over the past year. I drove the kids to and from school and activities, prepared...

Care Member says "Joe was a very reliable and caring dog sitter for our family. "

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Jordan M.

I Absolutely Love Making Kids Smile And Laugh And Becoming Like A Big Sister To Them.

Fords, NJ

3.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
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...

Care Member says " 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...

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Olivia G.

Experienced And Organized Sitter Looking To Bring Ease To Your Family's Schedule

Jersey City, NJ

3.0(1)
from
$24/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! I'm Olivia! I'm an energetic trilingual sitter that has worked in childcare through volunteer work with nonprofits, babysitting with local families, and more formal counseling work with young adults in academia. I can take kids to and from activities, or spend the day at home if need be. I love engaging with kids in the...

Tayo B. says "Olivia was hired and helped to take care of our two toddlers. She worked with us for 3 weeks. She was very kind and did a wonderful job with engaging with...

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Taylia J.

Elizabethport, NJ

4.7(1)
from
$27/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Taylia , I have lots of experience with kids over the years I've been volunteering at after school programs and sporting events for teens , also I have prior work experience with children of all ages most importantly including infants, I once was a live in sitter for 2 years and have 8+ years of experience with...

Karen M. says "She just so wonderful anytime we needed her she always came during any circumstances , she's very friendly and extremely punctual i high recommend hiring...

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Alissa W.

Happy Helper

Westfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi everyone, my name is Alissa! I am attending graduate school for speech language pathology and I plan to work in pediatrics. I have 6 years of babysitting children with special needs, children going through a difficult time in their lives and those with speech delays. I have babysay ages 3 to 11 and I truly believe that being...

Jonaliza C. says "Alissa has been an invaluable addition to our family, consistently reliable and wonderfully helpful. Our daughter adores her and eagerly anticipates...

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Michelle S.

Babysitter/Nanny

Perth Amboy, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$38/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
Looking to help out with making parents/families lives easier and more manageable while they are in the working world. I am a mother myself and understand that working and parenting are a hand and hand duty in today's world. I have 8 years experience in this field as a caregiver/nanny. Besides being a mother myself. I am more...

Jill C. says "Michele S. is very clean, reliable, dependable and took very good care of my grandchild. I highly recommend her for future services as I will use her again...

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Venus A.

Fun And Creative Sitter

Harrison, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am a very creative person. Kids and I bond very well and have fun while learning. Love teaching crafting and creating things from scratch.

Alexa G. says "Wonderful! Very compassionate and caring individual and great with my 4 kids. She always has a positive attitude and is eager to help out around the house...

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Julia A.

Part Time Caregiver Available

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
Hi there! I'm Julia, and I've been babysitting for over 3. 5 years, gaining hands-on experience with children of all ages. I truly love working with kids and enjoy creating a fun, safe, and nurturing environment for them to grow and thrive. Over the years, I've built strong relationships with families, providing trustworthy,...

Jessica R. says "Julia vibed extremely well with my son. I was nervous at first because it's his first time being babysat by non-family but they clicked and she even...

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Emma F.

Fun And Friendly Babysitter!

Westfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi there, I'm Emma! I am a recent graduate from NYU where I studied dance and psychology. This past school year, I worked at an after school program in Brooklyn teaching dance to 4-5-year-olds. Given the current state of uncertainty we live in, I have moved out of Manhattan and back home with my loving parents in Westfield, NJ....

Kerry J. says "Emma helped me and my family in a pinch this summer. She was so energetic and a calming presence when things were a bit crazy! She brought games with her...

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Esther N.

Friendly And Nurturing Sitter

Elizabeth, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
My name is Esther and I am currently a 22-year-old student at Kean University in Union, NJ. As an older sister, I have always known the responsibilities of taking care of my younger sibling and being in charge of a household from a young age. I have babysat for a family of 2 (7 years old and infant) for the last 7 years and I am...

Care Member says "She was punctual, polite, and great with our 1.5 year old son. "

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Shikha S.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Edison, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hello! My name is Shikha and kids have been such an important part of my life as long as I can remember. I have 2 wonderful nieces (ages 4 and 6) who I have watched since the moment they were born. I have about 2-3 years experience working in a daycare/summer camp with infants - 5-year-olds and I also worked at The Children's...
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Ysabel D.

Sitter

Perth Amboy, NJ

4.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
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...

Rosa A. says "Excellent. Would recommend to anyone."

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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.50/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated after school babysitters is 4.5

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Linden, NJ

After School Babysitters in Linden, NJ are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters

Nury C.

Hired Nury back in 2004 to take care of my child. Unfortunately left to Florida In 2008. Nury was the best care for my Son. She went above...

- Care member

Sharifa F.

We've had Sharifa for a few years now and we're more than grateful for her, she's super dependable and responsible. We have six kids and...

- Steven C.

Claudia P.

I've hired Claudia to babysit my boys on two occasions. She is the best and my kids love her! Always arrives early and willing to stay late....

- Lanai S.

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

You can review 20 after school babysitter profiles near you in Linden, 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 Linden, NJ is $19.50. 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 Linden, 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 Linden, 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 Linden, NJ.

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