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Elisete D.

Full-time Nanny

Hillside, NJ

4.5(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
My name is Elisete. I am a nanny with over 10 years of experience. I have worked with many families not only taking care of their children, but also assisting around the house. Children are my passion! I enjoy playing, , trips to the parks, craft and reading books. I am a mother myself and understand how important good childcare...

Liana B. says "Very caring and compassionate. Dependable. Gentle demeanor. "

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Riya S.

Experienced Babysitter/Caretaker

Edison, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$0/hr
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi my name is Riya and I love working with children of all ages and grades. I have two younger siblings myself and am interested in a career with children in the future. I am a college student majoring in psychology and minoring in health and english. I am also very friendly, outgoing, and understanding. I am qualified in...

Mariel J. says "Riya is a wonderful babysitter. She is sweet and engaging with my 9 month old. I would definitely hire her again!"

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Stacy M.

Nanny/Care Taker/Tutor

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello! I hope you and your loved ones have been blessed in every way aspect of life. I have been tutoring and taking care of children and young adults (newborn to 18 years old) in the United States, South America, Central America, and Europe for 8 years. I've traveled the world to enhance my experience to educate children of...

Care Member says "Stacy is absolutely phenomenal. She is extremely patient and kind with our two small children, neat, and goes above and beyond. She is also an excellent...

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Meghan P.

Experienced Teacher Looking For Child Care Opportunities For The Summer

Highland Park, NJ

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
Working with children is my passion. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education and over 15 years of child care and teaching experience. I I currently teach Pre-K in the Plainfield Public School District. I have experience with kids of all ages. I have acquired many different skills needed to be a good babysitter. I love...
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Cara M.

Cara M, A Fun Sitter!

Highland Park, NJ

from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
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...
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Mary R.

Part-Time Babysitter

Summit, NJ

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have babysat for children of all ages in the past 13 years. I have had two part-time nanny jobs where I would take children to after-school activities (i. e. tennis lessons/karate class), fed the children snacks/meals and help with homework. I am comfortable taking kids outside to play and enjoy keeping them entertained with...
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Georgia T.

Caregiver Who Is Reliable, Responsible, And Fun

Edison, NJ

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am 43 years old. I graduated from Kean University with a history/education degree and certification in special education. I do work as an Aide in a public school in Union County during the day and therefore are only available for after school positions. I have been babysitting in many homes for over 20 years. I have taken care...
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Danielle J.

RN In Grad School Looking For A Child Car Position

Berkeley Heights, NJ

from
$27/hr
5 years experience
I have been a registered nurse for 5 years. I have worked in a hospital where I provided care to both adults, geriatric patients and children ranging from all ages who presented with a diversity of acute and chronic conditions. I am CPR/ACLS certified. I have worked with kids of all ages not only as a nurse but also babysitting...
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Nicole C.

Babysitter

Middlesex, NJ

from
$22/hr
3 years experience
Hi! I'm Nicole and I am a reliable and caring babysitter with experience watching kids of all ages. I love creating safe and engaging environments for children to have fun! In the paste I have helped families with things like homework, playing games, or driving children to different after school activities. I'm punctual,...
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Traci G.

Special Education Paraprofessional Looking For Summer Work!

Colonia, NJ

from
$20/hr
9 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Traci. I'm currently a special education preschool paraprofessional looking for childcare jobs for this summer, as I am off from work. I have been in my role for two years now. I'm a Montclair State University graduate with a Bachelor's degree in public relations & a minor in psychology. I'm also currently in...
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Hannah R.

Part Time Babysitter

Cranford, NJ

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
I am a college student and am looking for part time work as a babysitter for the summer. I play lacrosse at the University of Denver and am energetic and responsible. I babysat for friends and family all throughout high school and would like to continue babysitting through the summer. I have my own car and a valid license so...
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Daniella P.

Clark, NJ

from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
I've been babysitting since I was 13 years old. I worked for a daycare, and volunteered my time to work with 3 and 4-year-olds in a nursery school. I also teach Color Guard at Governor Livingston High School. I am currently a substitute teacher on track to get my teaching license to teach art, and am looking for something...
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Debo A.

Union, NJ

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
I'm an enthusiastic childcare professional with three years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for fostering growth and development in young minds, coupled with my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles, led me to pursue a career as a caregiver. My patient, calm, and creative personality...
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Monique M.

In Search Of A Nanny Job With A Friendly Family Of A Welcoming Neighborhood

Fords, NJ

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
I am a fun spirited individual who loves interacting with children. I provide fun activities and crafts for kids of all ages to enjoy. I have my own transportation and am reliably punctual. I provide after school care and prepare healthy snacks. Some of my favorite treats are "apple fruit donuts" (apple, cream cheese or yogurt...
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Mercedes C.

Child Care

Elizabeth, NJ

from
$25/hr
3 years experience
I'm a childcare provider with a genuine passion for nurturing children's growth and development. My journey began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my knack for caring for children. Inspired by those experiences and my desire to make a positive impact on young lives, I decided to dedicate my career to...
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Gina M.

Before / After School Pick Up/ Drop Off

Rahway, NJ

from
$19/hr
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am 34 years old, mom to a 3-year-old girl I'm looking for a part time position where I can have flexibility in my schedule
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Savannah C.

Hey, I'm Savannah! I'm 24 & The Safest And Coolest Baby Sitter There Is! Savannah To The Rescue!!

Plainfield, NJ

from
$27/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as fun, caring, charismatic, and always down to have a good time! I like working with kids because they're non judgmental , they are fun to be around and I love to see their little, but big personalities! Children also love to have fun and I'm here for it! I started working with kids when I was in...
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Megan O.

South Plainfield, NJ

from
$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi my name is Megan! I have had a wide variety of experience working with kids; including multiple summer camps, substitute teaching and running a state-run before/after school day care. I am most comfortable working with kids ages 6 to 12. I have worked very closely with the special needs community for many years. I absolutely...
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Kate R.

Enthusiastic And Experienced Babysitter

Warren, NJ

from
$20/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
Hi, I'm Kate I am a nurturing, dependable, and upbeat caregiver based in Warren, NJ. I'm currently earning my B. A. in Communication Sciences and Disorders at Kean University on the path of becoming a speech therapist. I bring both compassion and science to the table when it comes to caring for others. With years of experience...
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Daniela P.

Enthusiastic Nanny

New Brunswick, NJ

from
$19/hr
1 year experience
I'd describe my personality as caring, patient and engaging. I like working with kids because they give a sense of purpose and fulfillment. I started working with kids when I was 16, first I did as a early childhood stimulation assistant and after that the person in charge introduce me to parents and I start babysitting...
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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.00/hr as of November 2025

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

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Scotch Plains, NJ

After School Babysitters in Scotch Plains, NJ are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters

Elisete D.

Very caring and compassionate. Dependable. Gentle demeanor.

- Liana B.

Riya S.

Riya is a wonderful babysitter. She is sweet and engaging with my 9 month old. I would definitely hire her again!

- Mariel J.

Stacy M.

Stacy is absolutely phenomenal. She is extremely patient and kind with our two small children, neat, and goes above and beyond. She is also...

- Care member

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

You can review 11 after school babysitter profiles near you in Scotch Plains, 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 Scotch Plains, NJ is $18.00. 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 Scotch Plains, 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 Scotch Plains, 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 Scotch Plains, NJ.

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