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Janely L.

I'm Janely I Would Love To Work With Children. I'm Going To School To Become A Pediatric Nurse.

West Orange, NJ

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$30/hr
4 years experience
I'd describe my personality as caring loving responsible & patient. I would love to keep working with children because it's something I love to do and it's makes me happy. My skills include being able to understand and communicate with the children. Making sure the kids are comfortable with any situation around them. Make the...
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Chris L.

West Orange, NJ

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hi, I'm a local dad with 2 kids who are now entering school age. I am very nurturing and passionate about raising my children and there's been no better job. I'm currently working but am looking for more work within my current schedule. I understand any hesitancy with my being a dad but appreciate any opportunity to meet your...
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Ashunta W.

Child Care

West Orange, NJ

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
I have two of my own and I have also watched children outside of my family. I have done daycare preschool and after care as well as pickup and drop-off.
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Alyssa T.

West Orange, NJ

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
Hi families! My name is Alyssa. I graduated from Quinnipiac University May of 2024, studying psychology, but focusing closely on child development and child psychopathology. I am currently a graduate student at Texas Woman's University (online), studying to become a child life specialist! I have 8+ years of childcare experience,...
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Lucy S.

Baby Whisperer

West Orange, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi there!!! Thank you so much for viewing my profile. My name is Lucy. When I was younger, I was a mothers helper for a couple of families and it gradually turned into babysitting when I was just 12. I currently still babysit for these families one of whom has 5 children including a newborn, a toddler and an autistic child. I am...

Jessica F. says "Lucy is AMAZING!!! I hired her to pick up my two children and take them to aftercare at a nearby daycare facility. I couldn't be happier with her...

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Edna L.

Care Lover

West Orange, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
I am loving, caring, experienced, helpful, compassionate, friendly and have been a caregiver for years
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Breana B.

West Orange, NJ

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hello my name is Breana I am 23 years old I spent the past 3 years caring for children of various ages, which has solidified my passion for making a positive impact on their lives. My background in early childhood education has equipped me with the knowledge and skills to nurture and support their growth and development. I'm...
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Andrea R.

West Orange, NJ

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$19/hr
1 year experience
Nurturing young minds is a true passion of mine, and I'm dedicated to supporting families by providing reliable and engaging childcare. My year of experience caring for children aged 0-11, including infants and preschoolers, has equipped me with the skills to create a safe and stimulating environment for your little ones. I am...
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Sabby A.

West Orange, NJ

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hello. I'm currently a nursing student who's looking to work in a child oriented career. While I'm in the process of getting my degree, I want to continue to do what I love which is working with children. I worked with age groups from infant-16 years old. I have many years of childcare, which involves: babysitting services,...
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Jennifer M.

West Orange, NJ

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hello my name is Jennifer! I would love to help out your family! I am wonderful with children and have had many childcare experiences from camp counselors, to teaching assistants (as well as babysitting of course). I love the arts and specifically music and crafts/drawing! Feel free to reach out with any questions you have about...
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Karesha B.

West Orange, NJ

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Nurturing children comes naturally to me, as I discovered through positive experiences in previous babysitting roles. For the past three years, I've had the pleasure of caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers. I am patient, calm, friendly, and approachable. I enjoy playing outdoor sports, board games, and...
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Chloe M.

Babysitter, Pet Sitter, Mother's Helper

West Orange, NJ

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Chloe. I am 18 years old and I have experience working with children. I have babysat before for a family on my street and I've worked as a camp counselor at 4-h. I've also volunteered at several schools. I am very patient, funny, and friendly and I love talking to and playing with kids! I'm currently a college student...
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Joselin R.

West Orange, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I'm passionate about nurturing young minds and creating a safe, stimulating environment for children to thrive. With three years of experience as a caregiver, I'm confident in my ability to provide exceptional care for your little ones. My patient and creative approach allows me to engage children in a variety of activities that...
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De Lani G.

West Orange, NJ

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$18/hr
4 years experience
I'm a passionate childcare provider with a strong desire to make a positive impact on children's lives. I've always been drawn to working with children and have spent the last four years providing reliable care for families. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I have a knack for engaging children in imaginative and educational...
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Keturah M.

West Orange, NJ

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
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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Joy M.

West Orange, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
I have close to 40 years of experience in child care. I have raise 3 children of my own and have worked with children on and off during this time.
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Josephine K.

Fun And Experienced Sitter!

West Orange, NJ

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
Hello! My name is Jo. I've been working in child care on and off for the last 9 years or so. I have experience working long term with families as well as short term. (My longest job was about 3 years). I have watched kids of all ages and in all circumstances, and I am first-aid/CPR certified as well as vaccinated! I like to...
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Hailey A.

Caregiver

West Orange, NJ

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
travel
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Hailey and I am currently a sophomore at the University of Rhode Island. I have about 1 year of babysitting experience and 1 year of in classroom experience. I am energetic and creative, and love to find out what kids are passionate about to help them learn and grow.
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Ana S.

West Orange, NJ

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
Nurturing young minds is my passion! My journey into childcare began with positive experiences in previous babysitting roles. I am motivated by a desire to positively impact children's lives. With three years of experience caring for children aged 1-12+, I create engaging and supportive environments. I am a patient, calm,...
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Mitchna J.

Experienced Babysitter - Available Full Time

West Orange, NJ

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
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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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.54/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated after school babysitters is 4.2

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

You can review 26 after school babysitter profiles near you in West Orange, 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 West Orange, NJ is $20.54. 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 West Orange, 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 West Orange, 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 West Orange, NJ.

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