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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
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
+ 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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Michelle R.

Full Time Care Giver

East Hanover, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
hi my name is Michelle, I have been a pre-school teacher for 20 years. Over my 20 years of experience I have worked with all children ranging from infants to preschoolers. Due to the age ranges I have worked with my experience includes; changing diapers, preparing meals, creating a fun learning environment, and arts and crafts....

Elena S. says "Michelle is very punctual, professional, energetic, and passionate about her career choice."

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Rachel K.

Experienced Babysitter Looking For Full-Time

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello. My name is Rachel and I am seeking a full-time position with a great family. Over the past 20 years I have worked for numerous families and with a range of children across various ages (from newborn up to 11 years old). Duties varied depending on family needs and age of the child/children. Care of newborns, infants and...

Kristine K. says "Rachel is amazing! She has babysat for us for over 2 years. Rachel is responsible, caring, and dependable. Our 2 year old and 4 year old love her and...

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Katie N.

Teacher/Caregiver For Children With Special Needs

Summit, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Katie. I'm a 30-year-old female living and working in Brooklyn. For the past year, I was working at an after-school arts program. Currently I tutor children with special needs in one-to-one settings while I am finishing my masters. I would like to be a teacher/caregiver since I enjoy working with children in a...
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Charlotte M.

Madison, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
+ 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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Ariyonnah P.

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Hi my name is Ariyonnah, I am 20 years old. I am an ongoing junior in college majoring in childhood education.(switched online ) I have a passion for teaching kids and educating others. I have worked with children as young as two months and as old as 13 years old . I have a pretty large family and many sibling so for years a...

Addy M. says "Ariyonnah is awesome, she is great with my 1 year old. She is very patient and so caring and gentle. I have a peace of mind knowing that my daughter is well...

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Sherese P.

Fun Loving Childcare Provider Who Loves To Read And Enjoy Outdoor Activities

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I am a special education teaching. Currently, working with 3rd graders. The past 2 years I taught 2nd grade. Prior to teaching I was a paraprofessional for 7 years. I enjoy working and caring for children. Prior experiences with families includes preparing meal, schedule play dates, assist with homework, and light housekeeping...

Alexandra G. says "Sherese is an excellent caregiver. She is punctual, reliable, communicative, caring and responsible. Sherese has a calm, patient and gentle nature. I...

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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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Keturah M.

West Orange, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Keturah! I am 30 years old and I live in West Orange, NJ. I love reading and the Arts, and I do a lot of fun crafts in my free time. I' m also a big science lover, and on top of being certified in CPR and first aid. I am a Rutgers University alumnus. I currently work full time for the CDC foundation. I love...
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Jessica R.

I Am Able To Watch Your Child Whenever It Is Convenient For You I Love Working With Children.

Belleville, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Jess I am a 23-year-old nursing student. I have plenty of babysitting experience I have babysat for kids ages 4-10 and willing to work with any age. I am willing to help run any errands necessary. I've held a steady job for 6 years and handle responsibility very well. Please don't hesitate to contact me and I will...

Maria-elena V. says "My family decided to hire Ms. Jessica as a Nanny/babysitter based on her professionalism, eagerness and previous work experience. Thus far, she has...

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Melissa C.

Nanny Looking for Part-time Work :)

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have many years experience caring for kids. I have babysat my whole life. I have also worked at schools before and summer camps. I currently work as a nanny for a 10-year-old boy.

Katie A. says "Melissa is great with my cats - I highly recommend her! She is also punctual and neat, and sends text updates (if you want) so you are aware of what's...

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Keana F.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Belleville, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi everyone, thank you for taking the time to review my page. I have been babysitting for seven years now. I have credible sources for the kids I have babysat in the past. The best part about being a babysitter is being able to have a connection with the kids and bringing out the best in them. Whether it is bringing out their...

Dwayne G. says "Keana is really nice, reliable and dependable she's such a caring and fun babysitter. Our daughter loves to play with her and would call her name whenever...

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Vanessa C.

Morristown, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Vanessa, I am 27 years old and I am from Mexico. I've been taking care of children since I was a teenager, I was a dance instructor at school where I taught lessons to different groups of children in kindergarten, elementary and middle school and babysitting in my free time. I came to USA and finished my Au Pair...

Ana R. says "Vanessa is extremely patient and has many qualities that make her an ideal childcare provider like being cautious and prioritizing the safety of the child,...

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Coco B.

Homeschool Teacher/Tutor/Child Care Provider

Cranford, NJ

4.6(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi everyone! Teaching and caring for children is both my passion and my purpose. Working as an Elementary School Teacher for the past 7 years, plus over 10 years of childcare experience has opened my eyes and heart to children's needs-- academically, socially, and emotionally. I absolutely love what I do and wish to broaden...

Natali E. says "I feel incredibly lucky and happy to have met Coco. From the moment she stepped into my home, her consulting brought a sense of clarity and warmth that I...

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Luca L.

East Orange, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi my name is Luca. I am 24 years old, I have 2 beautiful kitties and a leopard gecko. I have been caring for children for 5 years as a nanny and as the oldest of 2 sisters. I have a lot of experience working with infants and toddlers, but also with older kids and young teens. I spent 2 years nannying a 6-year-old boy with...

Care Member says "Luca was an amazing caregiver to our two boys. He’s energetic, caring, and extremely thoughtful. He helped with our 8 and 6 year old but he would be...

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Francesca D.

Experienced Babysitter

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Francesca, and I'm a 28-year-old woman with a passion for babysitting. I currently work in a corporate job, but looking for a babysitting jobs for after work or weekends. I have a strong background in babysitting, which I've cultivated throughout high school and college. Over the years, I've had the pleasure...

Care Member says "Francesca took care of my 8 year old son on weekends for the past 5 years and has been remarkable with him. She picked him up from school, watched him...

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Asta Z.

Reliable Babysitter/nanny

Fairfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi, My name is Asta. I am 44 years old. Live in Fairfield, Nj. I am available Monday to Friday hours can be flexible if needed. I have multiple years of experience in childcare from babies, toddlers to big kids. I have warm, caring, and nurturing personality and very reliable and punctual. I have a clean driving record. I...

Kim L. says "Asta has been caring for our 2 year old twins since they turned 6 months old. She is bright, reliable and affectionate. She relates to our boys in such a...

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Emanuelle T.

Taking Care With Love And Respect

Cranford, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello, my name is Emanuelle. I love taking care of children, I am attentive, patient and I love to play with them. I like to help in everything that is needed, I will always do my best and I will always be willing to learn more with my work. I'd describe my personality as funny, caring and helpful

Care Member says "She is very attentive, affectionate, she took very good care of my daughters, she likes to play, she has the patience to explain her homework. I loved...

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Julia I.

Parsippany, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am an proactive, resourceful, energetic nanny flexible in any situation that is needed including odd hours, holidays and tasks to be done. I pride myself on my adaptability and quickly learn new skills. From caring for infants to teenagers, I am effective in engaging them a variety of activities to meet their educational and...

Allison D. says "I was a first time mother and very nervous to hire some help. Once I met Julia I quickly learned how wonderful her communication is. Throughout her help...

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Jasmine O.

Full / Part Time

Linden, NJ

4.3(1)
from
$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
I am a full time, professional nanny with 6 years of experience. I started caring for a 6-month-old and I have experience with children up to 15 years old! I am very big on sensory play for the younger ages. Also, reading, singing, coloring, any fun learning activites to keep your child reaching milestones! For the older...

Stephanie H. says "I can't say enough good things! From the very first day Jasmine met our children, she connected with them, and quickly developed a reliable routine...

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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.67/hr as of June 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

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.

Michelle R.

Michelle is very punctual, professional, energetic, and passionate about her career choice.

- Elena S.

Rachel K.

Rachel is amazing! She has babysat for us for over 2 years. Rachel is responsible, caring, and dependable. Our 2 year old and 4 year old...

- Kristine K.

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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