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Gisselle V.

Licensed NJ Teacher: Hourly Babysitting & Tutoring

Belleville, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
Hello! My name is Gisselle. I live in Belleville, NJ. I was a public school teacher for 5 years and have been working at a private school in Nutley for two years. I am a fourth grade teacher. I am available after school hours and on weekends as a tutor or as a babysitter. Feel free to message or email me.
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Linda M.

East Orange, NJ

4.8(1)
from
$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
Hello! My name is Linda. I have been taking care of children for over 19 years ranging from new borns to teenagers. Being a mother of two myself, I understand the delicate and warm aura clients seek. Child care is a beautiful privilege that comes with many roadblocks and I would love to be the entrusted extra working hand many...

Roseann M. says "My father is in his 90s and was independent until a few years ago, when he got weaker and dementia started to creep in. He hated having strangers around...

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Mitchna J.

Experienced Babysitter - Available Full Time

West Orange, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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Kristine B.

Babysitter

Morristown, NJ

4.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
+ 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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Joe L.

Engaging Babysitter

Cranford, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 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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Gabrielle J.

Madison, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
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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Amanda R.

Montclair, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
My name is Amanda and I am a student at Montclair State University. I am currently studying Sociology. I am also a full time preschool teacher. Most of my experience is with kindergarten to middle school aged children. However I have some some tutoring in high school level courses as well. I would love to help further your...
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Indrani D.

Babysitter/Nanny

Irvington, NJ

4.2(1)
from
$30/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
From 1995-2000, I was a stay at home mom with my son for five years. I taught him to read and write. From 2001-2007, I worked at an elementary school as a teacher's aide. From 2007-2008, I worked at a daycare center as a teacher and caretaker of 2 to 3-year-old toddlers. From 2008-2011, I worked at a preschool as a teacher and...

Care Member says "Indrani is absolutely amazing! She has been with our family for almost three years now. She is patient, good-hearted, and responsible. Our little one...

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Olivia M.

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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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Charlotte M.

Madison, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 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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Alize C.

Hi! I Am 23 Years Old And Hopefully Your Future Favorite Babysitter!

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
Hi, I have a little over 6 years of childcare experience. I've worked for a summer camp for about four years, while in high school age range 5-12-year-olds. I've also been a regular babysitter for two different families for four years, and am experienced with working with babies as young as 10 months old. I can help with Light...

Deanne L. says "Alize is just simply amazing ! She has been watching my kids for about 5 years now and they absolutely adore her ! She goes above and beyond !! She's...

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Sabrina V.

Part-Time Babysitter Available!

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I love taking care of children and have raised my cousins since a very young age. I have experience in working with babies, toddlers and teens.

Megan H. says "Sabrina is excellent with children. She's worked with children for many years through nannying, babysitting, teaching youth fitness, and MC/dancing at...

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Alissa W.

Happy Helper

Westfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
+ 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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Taylia J.

Elizabethport, NJ

4.7(1)
from
$27/hr
9 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 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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Cesarina D.

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello, my name is Cesarina or Cece as my friends like to call me. I am an experienced career nanny / house keeper with over 10 years experience. There is no greater satisfaction for me than making others feel good with the work I do. I am available for either house keeping or child care. Thank you, would love to hear from you.

Amy A. says "Cesarina is a sweet caregiver who your children will fall in love with! She has a giving and beautiful heart and this is very apparent. I knew that my son...

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Rita E.

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

Union, NJ

3.8(0)
from
$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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Emily C.

About Emily

Montclair, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 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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Solanny S.

Babysitter

Linden, NJ

4.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 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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Melissa T.

Experienced, Outgoing, & Creative Sitter

Linden, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
I am currently a 3rd grade teacher looking for a family to work with for the summer. I have 10 years of experience with children of all ages. I love spending time with children and creating fun and engaging activities, crafts, and experiences to keep them entertained and engaged!

Reshmee T. says "Our family absolutely loved her, especially our toddler! Melissa is sweet, smart, dependable and so energetic. She is a school teacher, and maybe that's...

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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
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 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 $21.67/hr as of December 2025

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Short Hills, NJ

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

Linda M.

My father is in his 90s and was independent until a few years ago, when he got weaker and dementia started to creep in. He hated having...

- Roseann M.

Mitchna J.

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

- Joy W.

Kristine B.

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...

- Paul H.

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

You can review 3 after school babysitter profiles near you in Short Hills, 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 Short Hills, NJ is $21.67. 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 Short Hills, 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 Short Hills, 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 Short Hills, NJ.

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