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Imani H.

Union, NJ

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
I have dedicated my career to working with children, ranging from infants to5-year-old. Through this work, I've learned the importance of patience, adaptability, and creative problem-solving. Every child develops at their own pace, and I've made it to priority to tailor my approach to meet individual need whether that means...

Care Member says "Imani was a phenomenal nanny to our son, and we were so lucky to have her. Some key take-aways for me were i) caring and nurturing, ii) communication,...

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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
3 years experience
Meal prep
Hi im rita I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Swimming Supervision, prepare after school snacks , help the kids with homework, take them to any afterschool activities , and anything else that needs to be done. I am currently attending a university as a nursing major , and located in union nj.
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Kimberly A.

Experience With Children In Diverse

Union, NJ

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$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
I am an overall creative and dedicated person when it comes to working with children. I've found these years of caring for and teaching children to be very rewarding. I have experience as a babysitter, private tutor, and as a preschool teacher. I have an associates degree in Liberal Arts, and graduated May 2014 with my Bachelors...
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Tiana M.

Union, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I've been a childcare provider for over 3 years, and I'm passionate about helping children learn and grow. I strive to create a nurturing environment where children feel safe and encouraged to explore their interests. I have experience caring for children of all ages, and I'm comfortable enforcing household rules and...
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Tyra J.

Union, NJ

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$16/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello, I have over 5 years of experience in working with kids. I am a reliable and patient person in which this helps me to attend to children with the appropriate care that they need. As someone who is extremely passionate about caring for young kids along with assisting them in their growth and development, I have grown to...
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Amaya H.

Union, NJ

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi, my name is Amaya and I have a strong passion in working with children. I have spent most of my life supporting family with their children and I am currently a daycare teacher of 2 years. I have worked with all ages and I am currently with infants. Previously I was involved in an early childhood program where I cared for...
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Karen B.

Union, NJ

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$16/hr
3 years experience
I've always had a passion for helping children grow and develop, that's what led me to become a childcare provider. I'm very patient and reserved, and I use my creativity and imagination to make learning fun and engaging for children. I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules to ensure a safe and structured environment. I...
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Grace G.

Union, NJ

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! I have been working with children whether through babysitting or teaching, for many years now. I have worked at a daycare as an assistant teacher in both the toddler and 2-year-olds room. While there I would also monitor lunch and playground time for the pre-k and kindergarten students. I am a NJ certified pre-k through...
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Nury D.

Union, NJ

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$30/hr
4 years experience
Travel
I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn and grow. My patient and calm demeanor allows me to manage any situation that arises. I have four years of experience caring for children of various ages and am comfortable looking after two children at a time. I specialize in caring for...
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Tiana H.

Friendly Sunshine Babysitting

Union, NJ

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$26/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Care for children weekly including weekends, breaks, and evenings specializing in creating engaging and educational activities while advancing problem solving and multitasking skills.
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Samantha D.

Union, NJ

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$27/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
As a childcare provider with three years of experience, I have a deep passion for nurturing children's growth and development. My previous babysitting roles allowed me to gain valuable experience in caring for children of different ages. I strive to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can...
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Debo A.

Union, NJ

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$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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Chizitere O.

Heyy My Name Is Chizi Or Chizzy. I'm A College Student, Really Excited To See What This App Brings

Union, NJ

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$18/hr
1 year experience
I'd describe my personality as I'm a very organized, understanding and caring I like working with kids because they're adorable and I have younger sibling so I just love being there for them I'm looking for a job that can understands me, can work with my school schedule because I'm also a student and just have an experience...
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Jenny J.

Babysitter

Union, NJ

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
carpooling
Hello! My name is Jenny and I'm currently a graduate student studying for my doctorate in occupational therapy. I have a passion for working with children and helping them learn, grow, and thrive. My experience includes working with children of various ages in both educational and therapeutic settings, where I've developed...
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Bertie V.

Union, NJ

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$25/hr
5 years experience
I'll take good care of your kids I'm gentle and caring One thing you should know about me is that I'm a good caregiver.
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Rosemary D.

Part Time Caregiver

Union, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
I am a certified teacher with a dual degree in Early Childhood Education and Special Education. I teach full time during the school year but I am looking for summer work that may flexibly continue into the school year. I have 7 years teaching experience, over 10 years of tutoring experience and began babysitting 15 years ago. I...
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Marita J.

Union, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, I am a loving, patient, energetic nanny that you can trust to take care of your children. I am a nanny/babysitter for more than 9 years and I've been a Montessori teacher for more than 10 years with child psychology education and CPR trained.
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Bridget C.

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
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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Sharifa F.

Part-time Babysitter Going To Kean For Teaching

Elizabeth, NJ

3.0(1)
from
$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Short: I am going to school to become a teacher for k-3 and special needs. I am open to any and all activities. I have babysat ages 6 months to 11 years. Minimum of 5 hours for one time jobs s& 20 hours for reoccurring. Long: -As a babysitter, I have assisted in homework, cleaning and entertaining children. I can and will...

Steven C. says "We've had Sharifa for a few years now and we're more than grateful for her, she's super dependable and responsible. We have six kids and they all love...

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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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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.35/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated after school babysitters is 4.0

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

After School Babysitters in Union, NJ are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters

Imani H.

Imani was a phenomenal nanny to our son, and we were so lucky to have her. Some key take-aways for me were i) caring and nurturing, ii)...

- Care member

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.

Sharifa F.

We've had Sharifa for a few years now and we're more than grateful for her, she's super dependable and responsible. We have six kids and...

- Steven C.

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

You can review 17 after school babysitter profiles near you in Union, 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 Union, NJ is $21.35. 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 Union, 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 Union, 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 Union, NJ.

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