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Paige T.

Port Reading, NJ

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
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It's always been my passion to work with children. I started babysitting when I was 14. Throughout high school, I babysat for 3 families both part-time and full-time. At 16, I started working at my community center as a babysitter and assistant teacher. I helped with homework and engaged in creative play. In the fall of 2017, I...
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Solanny S.

Babysitter

Linden, NJ

4.0(1)
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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I've had great experience providing childcare for wonderful families for the past 5 years. I have experience with children ranging in all ages. Previously I have assisted families with transportation to school and from school, driving to any after-school activities as well as play dates. I also provide help with homework and...

Miyuki S. says "She is very reliable and followed my request. She also can do flexible work. She is good at communication and very kind."

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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
Travel
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
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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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
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
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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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Katarzyna C.

Clark, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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Jessica S.

Experienced Sitter - Various Availability

Metuchen, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been in childcare for over 10 years. In college I was an on call / date night nanny for over 10 families that I accumulated by working as a camp counselor and at a daycare. At the same time, I was also a part time nanny for a family I met through here! I have a BA in elementary education and special education. I also have...

Care Member says "Jess is a fantastic babysitter! My little one really enjoyed her company. She was very patient with her and even assisted with homework. She comes...

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Ysabel D.

Sitter

Perth Amboy, NJ

4.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
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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Taylia J.

Elizabethport, NJ

4.7(1)
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$27/hr
9 years experience
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 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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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
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
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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Esther N.

Friendly And Nurturing Sitter

Elizabeth, NJ

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 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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Michelle S.

Babysitter/Nanny

Perth Amboy, NJ

5.0(1)
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$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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Carla J.

A Special Educator With Experience With Children Of All Ages, Available Part Time Babysitter.

Staten Island, NY

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I am currently an elementary Special Education teacher for the Department of Education under the Autism Spectrum program and I have been working with children for over 5 years. I have experience with children of all ages, both in general education and students with special needs. I have received my Master's in Special Education,...
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Camelia M.

Loving, Patient And Compassionate Baby Sitter

Woodbridge, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
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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Lorena J.

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
I have more than 20 years of experience. I can help with travel and cooking and meal preparation. I consider myself a loving responsible person who likes to help and take care children and the elderlies. I have experience in housekeeping and driving cars. I am a very honest person and I can adapt to any environment very well . I...

Krista D. says "Lorena was the best decision I made with regards to child care for my daughter. She was so loving, nurturing, responsible and took her everywhere! The...

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Joe L.

Engaging Babysitter

Cranford, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 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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Jessica V.

Scotch Plains, NJ

4.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
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...

Maria-elena V. says "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...

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Carol G.

Keyport, NJ

4.7(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello, My name is Carol. I am a grandmother that loves caring for children. I have taken care of my 2 grandchildren. They are now 21 and 16. I had an enjoyable after school sitter position for 2 school aged children for 2 1/2 years. I picked them up at the bus stop, assisted them with homework and transported them to various...

Maribeth M. says "Carol babysat my 5 and 3 year old girls after school. She is very sweet, and my kids love her. She is punctual, dependable and trustworthy."

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Rita E.

Im Rita! Fun Sitter ,love The Smiles, Love Being With The Kiddos

Union, NJ

3.8(0)
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$25/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
Hi im rita I have 6 years of experience. I am available in the mornings for pick up / drop off , also getting the kids ready for school and packing lunch /snacks ! Also I can help with Travel and Swimming Supervision, prepare after school snacks , help the kids with homework, take them to any afterschool activities , and I am...
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Angelina C.

Experienced Sitter For Evenings Or Occasional Sitting

Elizabeth, NJ

4.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I have extensive child care experience. I have been babysitting for over 10 years for family and close friends. Also, I took safe sitting classes and became certified in safe sitting and CPR for all age groups. I enjoy working with children and look forward to finding work with a great family. I DO work a FT job so I am...

Dominique H. says "Angelina is very fun loving caring kindhearted she is dependable and will always try her best at whatever she does. She is a wonderful person she loves...

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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)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 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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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.00/hr as of October 2025

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Port Reading, NJ

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

Solanny S.

She is very reliable and followed my request. She also can do flexible work. She is good at communication and very kind.

- Miyuki S.

Bridget C.

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...

- Amrita I.

Emma M.

Very friendly, great with kids, trustworthy.

- Dana A.

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

You can review 1 after school babysitter profiles near you in Port Reading, 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 Port Reading, NJ is $22.00. 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 Port Reading, 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 Port Reading, 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 Port Reading, NJ.

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