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Samantha S.

Former Daycare Teacher Available On Weekdays And Weekends.

Paterson, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi there! I've been in childcare for over 8 years. In the past I was caring for children between the ages of 3 months to 2 years old at a daycare. Changed diapers, fed, and encouraged the enhancement of motor skills. Cheered for them as they took their first steps, said their first words and danced to the beat of their own drum....

Care Member says "Samantha stepped in when our regular nanny called in sick - she was great with our son (1 year old) right off the bat, took him for several walks, and...

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Tara P.

Super Fun Sitter Ready To Make Your Day!

Caldwell, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
I have 3+ years of child care experience. I am totally willing to help with errands and light housework. I have special needs care experience, including being a teacher's aide in a special needs classroom. Excited to hear from you! :)

Care Member says "Tara was amazing with our son who has Special Needs! She was very engaged with him and kept him entertained the whole time!"

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Silvia S.

Female, Full - Time Babysitter

Kearny, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
My name is Silvia Soares, I have two children, 25 and 28 yo respectively. However, my experience with children comes from early in my life. I have a Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences and a Masters in School Administration, which helped become a teacher for a gratifying period of 22 years in Brazil. I was able to teach a...

Care Member says "Silvia has been working with my family for over 5 years, and she has been an integral part of my kids growth and development. She started with us when...

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Esther N.

Friendly And Nurturing Sitter

Elizabeth, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Esther and I am currently a 22-year-old student at Kean University in Union, NJ. As an older sister, I have always known the responsibilities of taking care of my younger sibling and being in charge of a household from a young age. I have babysat for a family of 2 (7 years old and infant) for the last 7 years and I am...

Care Member says "She was punctual, polite, and great with our 1.5 year old son. "

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Angela A.

Rutherford, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Angela, Here are some things about me, I am very passionate about caring for children, I have a very kind and sweet nature. I have babysat all ages, ranging from 3 weeks and up. I have had paid experience for 13 years. I was dance teacher for ages 2 and up for years. I also worked in a daycare and at the...

Zachary E. says "Angela was fantastic with our two daughters, aged 6 and 2. She was always on time, communicated very well, and did a great job watching our girls. Our...

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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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Bryanna P.

Kearny, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
Hi I'm Bryanna, I used to work full time in a daycare in roseland! I've worked there for 7years now I have a lot of experience working with children from newborns and up. I love interacting with and caring for children. I'm also trustworthy and caring, I genuinely love working with children! Being able to witness them hit...

Sandra R. says "Bryanna is super sweet and reliable. She loves and cares for every child like they're her own!"

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Stephanie G.

Paterson, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
As a childcare provider, my passion lies in nurturing the growth and development of young minds. My journey with babysitting began at 17 as an occasional date night sitter, then evolving into part-time nanny. I was responsible for a family of four boys during my college sophomore year and currently I still work with multiple...

Care Member says "She is an amazing nanny who took care of my two kids, ages 2 and 5. She was so sweet and very prepared. She brought some coloring books and crayons....

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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
grocery shopping
craft assistance
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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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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Livia C.

Lovely And Hard work Person

Hillside, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
My name is Livia. I'm 39 years old and have been working with children for 6+ years. Teaching and caring for children is my passion - it gives me the opportunity to work with kids and make a difference in their lives. My undergraduate degree is in Pedagogy. I worked in an International School in Brazil like a teacher for 6 years...

Care Member says "We feel so lucky to have had Livia as our nanny. She is so patience, and her warmth and genuine care for our kids were evident. Livia is not only...

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Marilou L.

Experienced Home Health Aide, Babysitting

Belleville, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$29/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
I have extensive experience in working with children in a professional capacity. My experience includes working in nurseries and also babysitting and teaching on a private basis. I enjoy working with children and find it to be an extremely rewarding experience. I feel that I have all the necessary qualities that make a good...

Rebekah G. says "Marilou cared for our two children, now ages 5 and 2, for almost two years. She is a wonderful person who we strongly recommend for another nanny...

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Paula G.

Full-Time Caregiver Available

Nutley, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I am looking for a childcare position that your family offers. My objective is to be involved in all activities related to a baby as I have experience in many different areas. My related experiences are: As a babysitter I have at least 20 years of newborns experience. My priority is to give them love, security, and comfort. I...

Varun V. says "Paula took care of our newborn daughter when my wife went back to work from maternity leave at 10 weeks. During the interview I was impressed with how...

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Beyonce J.

Big Sister!

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
I'm a 23-year-old senior in college, and babysitting has been the most convenient and enjoyable job I can get while being a student. I have dealt with a lot of children as I have many family members who trust me with their children! Babies, toddlers, even tweens/teens. Though I've been a big sister since I was 4, I'd say I've...

Elmaze V. says "Beyonce is a truly relaxed soul, she knows how to handle situations in the calmest way. She even took care of my cat, and my cat isn't the friendliest so...

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Nyasia W.

Experienced Babysitter Available Anytime

Irvington, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting for ever since I was little and helped out my previous babysitters with my siblings, cousins and other kids of all ages. I can cook, clean, change a diaper and more. Providing after-school care is not a problem. I can tutor and help with homework. I'm caring, nurturing and a great listener and plus a go...

Care Member says "She was great with the kids. She understood how i felt with this being my first time ever using a nanny. She responds quick and is flexible "

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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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Begum S.

Paterson, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello, I am Begum, an experienced and passionate babysitter with a childcare qualification. With almost 7 years of hands-on experience, I've cared for children of all ages. I was an Aupair almost 1 year. I was looking after 2 girls (2months, 3y. o) I was doing everything and I have all of experience I worked as an nanny daycare...

Care Member says "Begum is a great fit for our family is exactly what we were looking for. She walked into to our home and immediately assessed our situation and took...

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Aleeah M.

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience
I am sociable and kind spirited and like to keep a positive energy going. I also love to work with and be around kids. I have two nieces and a nephew in which I absolutely love and adore. I love looking after them whenever I can. I am a family oriented person and am very artistic. I also make sure that anything that can help...

Hesanna M. says "Aleeah is really great with my 1 and 3-year-old daughters. I call her whenever my husband and I want to go out for date night since our kids love her so...

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Sarah M.

Verona, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
Hi! My name is Sarah and I'm 29 years old. I live in Verona, NJ and currently work as a special education teacher in Maywood, NJ. I teach at the South Bergen Jointure Commission, a school that provides specialized services for students with autism and behavioral disorders. Before becoming a teacher, I worked as a...

Kristin L. says "Sarah cared for our children for two years. My children were 4 and 7 when she started with us and watched the children in the after school and evening...

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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
craft assistance
carpooling
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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  • 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

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in West Orange, NJ

After School Babysitters in West Orange, NJ are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters

Samantha S.

Samantha stepped in when our regular nanny called in sick - she was great with our son (1 year old) right off the bat, took him for several...

- Care member

Tara P.

Tara was amazing with our son who has Special Needs! She was very engaged with him and kept him entertained the whole time!

- Care member

Silvia S.

Silvia has been working with my family for over 5 years, and she has been an integral part of my kids growth and development. She started...

- Care member

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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