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Giana E.

Maplewood, NJ

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have been a loyal employee of the YMCA for the past 7 years. I started as a CIT and then made my way up to a Senior Counselor for the SoMapY Camp. I also worked in the after school program and morning care program on occasion. I decided to use this summer to work with children outside of the YMCA program to allow for...
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Summer S.

Maplewood, NJ

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$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi there! I'm Summer and I've lived in Maplewood my entire life! I am currently finishing up my last semester at Rutgers Univeristy as a history major and education minor. After this semester I will be continuing my education with the Rutgers Graduate School of Education to receive my masters degree in Special Education and K-6...
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Briana W.

Maplewood, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi Briana here! So happy to e-meet you and potentially see if we could be a great fit. A little about me I am 28 years old, energetic, out going and reliable. I have over 10+ years of experience in child care with caring for multiple children from early age of infants up to 13 years old. I've had a nurturing and bubbly spark to...

Nicole P. says "Bri assists us with our children on a regular basis. She is VERY reliable, fun, energetic and a good influence on my young children. We look forward to...

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Dorreth V.

Loving And Experienced Mother Of Two Children, Available To Take Care Of Your Child Or Children

Maplewood, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! My Name is Dorreth and I am an energetic, outgoing and compassionate care-giver. To begin, I am the mother of two wonderful children ages 20 and 16. Caring for them was my first initial passion which prompted my decision to pursue a career search in care giving. I have 14 years of paid experience caring for infants and...
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Ashley J.

Fun, Energetic & Safe Nanny/Sitter With Tons Of Experience!

Maplewood, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am current graduate student at Rutgers University pursuing my master's degree in Social Work with a certification in Promoting Child & Adolescent Well-Being. I have worked with children in various settings and all different age ranges for almost 10 years. I have worked with infants/toddlers, children with behavioral disorders...
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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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Emma M.

Seasoned Sitter Looking For Work Asap

Rahway, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 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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Ruth B.

Bayonne, NJ

5.0(0)
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$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a fun, happy person, responsible and experienced babysitter/nanny looking for a full-time job. I graduated from Anthem Institute Jersey City, NJ and got my Medical Assistant Diploma. I also have CPR certification available. Work Experience: I am a nanny with twins, from April 2016 - Present in Kinderkamack, River Edge NJ....
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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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Bridget C.

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
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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Tatiana C.

Linden, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello dear parents, I've been living in NYC for 14+years, now I live in NJ, I am a loving, friendly, creative, trustworthy, mature and experienced nanny/babysitter with over 10+ years of experience. I understand how important it is for your child to spend every day with someone who cares about them and is interested in their...

Care Member says "Tati, our absolute gem of a nanny, has been with our family the last two years. She is the most hardworking, responsible, loving, energetic, and...

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Marilou L.

Experienced Home Health Aide, Babysitting

Belleville, NJ

5.0(1)
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$29/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
I have extensive experience in working with children in a professional capacity. My experience includes working in nurseries and also babysitting and teaching on a private basis. I enjoy working with children and find it to be an extremely rewarding experience. I feel that I have all the necessary qualities that make a good...

Rebekah G. says "Marilou cared for our two children, now ages 5 and 2, for almost two years. She is a wonderful person who we strongly recommend for another nanny...

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Maria B.

Kearny, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
As a dedicated childcare provider with 20 years of experience, I'm passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives and supporting families. My journey began with fulfilling babysitting roles in my early years, which ignited a desire to nurture and care for young minds. My approach to childcare is centered around...

Care Member says "Bea is exceptional!! She came into my friend’s family at a very overwhelming and sad time when my friend had just passed away. She became the rock for...

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Gianna P.

Part-Time/Full-Time Nanny Job On Weekdays

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
At 16 I started working at a preschool as a teacher's aide caring for children ages 2-5 years old. During the same time I also worked at an after school program with elementary school children. When I was 18 I nannied for a family of 4 children, and became CPR, AED, and first aide certified for pediatrics and adults. I stayed at...

Debra B. says "Gianna worked for me for 4 years at the preschool that I directed. She was very understanding of all the children's needs. She is very affectionate,...

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Olivia M.

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello My name is Olivia. 33-year-old new mom to a beautiful 1-year-old baby girl . Very reliable and willing to always help out where and when I can. Im available for transportation to and from school or after school activities. I have 4 years of experience with transport/ nanny services including working with a special needs...

Former Member A. says "Olivia is amazing, her energy and her aura was amazing to be around .definitely a keeper"

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Paula G.

Full-Time Caregiver Available

Nutley, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I am looking for a childcare position that your family offers. My objective is to be involved in all activities related to a baby as I have experience in many different areas. My related experiences are: As a babysitter I have at least 20 years of newborns experience. My priority is to give them love, security, and comfort. I...

Varun V. says "Paula took care of our newborn daughter when my wife went back to work from maternity leave at 10 weeks. During the interview I was impressed with how...

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Juliana N.

Newark, NJ

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
6 years experience
Hi! I'm a full-time nanny with 6+ years of experience caring for children of different ages. I'm CPR certified, have a reliable car, and a clean driving record. I love creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment where kids feel happy and supported. I'm currently looking for a few extra hours to help families who need a...
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Autumn H.

Occasional Date Night

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Please read my profile before contacting me. Serious inquires only. $35 hour Currently seeking : * Pet sitting in your home. * Occasional sitting weekend/overnights *Travel Nanny w Passport and local events (weddings etc.) My Early Educator as a teaching assistant, began 2007 to 2012 ages 2 to 5 y. o Promoted to LT of...

Adriana I. says "Autumn watched my 6 months old for 3 days for 4 hours each day. She is by far the best sitter I have ever met. I would hire her again. She is very...

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Sarah M.

Verona, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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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Claudia P.

Responsible After-school Sitter

Elizabeth, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Claudia, 24, with over 6 years of paid childcare experience caring for children from newborns to 14 years old. Before joining a private daycare, I worked for multiple families, gaining hands-on experience with a variety of ages and needs. At the daycare, I spent 3 years-starting as a Pre-K assistant teacher and later...

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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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.00/hr as of April 2026

  • The average star rating for rated after school babysitters is 5.0

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

After School Babysitters in Maplewood, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters

Briana W.

Bri assists us with our children on a regular basis. She is VERY reliable, fun, energetic and a good influence on my young children. We look...

- Nicole P.

Stephanie P.

Stephanie babysat for our two children and their two cousins. She was easy to communicate with, warm, friendly and I felt comfortable that...

- Lucy T.

Emma M.

Very friendly, great with kids, trustworthy.

- Dana A.

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

You can review 5 after school babysitter profiles near you in Maplewood, 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 Maplewood, NJ is $19.00. 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 Maplewood, 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 Maplewood, 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 Maplewood, NJ.

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