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Douglas A.

Responsible And Reliable

Short Hills, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
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I am currently a realtor/real estate developer and work for Keller Williams Realty. The schedule of a developer is one which affords great flexibility, and I am hoping to use my spare time constructively as a part-time caregiver! I would love to help your family of 1-3 children with all of their before-school, after-school,...
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Katarzyna C.

Clark, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
driving to and from school, meal preparation, help with homework, playdate arrangements,, after school activities.

Pat R. says "Katarzyna was hired to watch my children and to run errands. My family found her to be personable, dependable, and punctual. My kids took to her immediately...

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Sarah M.

Verona, NJ

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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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Livia C.

Lovely And Hard work Person

Hillside, NJ

5.0(1)
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$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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Nashaly M.

Parsippany, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
I am a Behavioral Therapist with a Bachelors in Psychology and interested in babysitting/nannying part time. I love working with kids and have worked at a daycare for almost 2 years and another for about a year now. My mother is also a teacher who has taught me a lot on how to care for a child. I have a 3-year-old brother who...

Hitesh M. says "Appreciated the responsiveness , things didn't work since we booked someone else but will reach out next time ."

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Gianna P.

Part-Time/Full-Time Nanny Job On Weekdays

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
At 16 I started working at a preschool as a teacher's aide caring for children ages 2-5 years old. During the same time I also worked at an after school program with elementary school children. When I was 18 I nannied for a family of 4 children, and became CPR, AED, and first aide certified for pediatrics and adults. I stayed at...

Debra B. says "Gianna worked for me for 4 years at the preschool that I directed. She was very understanding of all the children's needs. She is very affectionate,...

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Dekontee M.

Orange, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi! My name is Dekontee but everyone who knows me calls me DK, and I've been working with children since 2012 in roles ranging from teacher's aide to applying ABA techniques as a behavioral technician to after-school nanny. I'm passionate about helping children feel seen, supported, and safe while also encouraging their...

Faiqa V. says "She is responsible, compassionate loving and caring. I love the way she takes her assignments very seriously and give her 100%. Love the humor and happy...

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Tatiana C.

Linden, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello dear parents, I've been living in NYC for 14+years, now I live in NJ, I am a loving, friendly, creative, trustworthy, mature and experienced nanny/babysitter with over 10+ years of experience. I understand how important it is for your child to spend every day with someone who cares about them and is interested in their...

Care Member says "Tati, our absolute gem of a nanny, has been with our family the last two years. She is the most hardworking, responsible, loving, energetic, and...

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Nyasia W.

Experienced Babysitter Available Anytime

Irvington, NJ

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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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Jasmine O.

Full / Part Time

Linden, NJ

4.3(1)
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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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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Amendola A.

Mom To Grown Quadruplets-Wkds, Afternoon/evenings

Belleville, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
Mom to grown quadruplets available for after school care and weekends. I have worked as a nanny for 5 families. I have done everything from school pick up and homework to driving to recreation activities. I have no problem starting dinner or throwing in laundry during down time. I also have my child development associate...

Care Member says "Alma is absolutely wonderful! She is extremely kind, caring and patient and has a beautiful personality. Alma was a great companion for my Mom and I...

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Olivia M.

Bloomfield, NJ

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

Licensed NJ Teacher: Hourly Babysitting & Tutoring

Belleville, NJ

5.0(0)
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$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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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
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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Alex S.

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a reliable, hardworking, honest, patient, organized and very trustworthy person. I have a Biology degree but fell in love with children while working part time at a daycare center after school. I became really involved in the program and quickly realized that I did not want to wear a lab coat all day and decided to get a...

Care Member says "Alex is a blessing to our family. She genuinely loves children and is extremely knowledgeable. As a first time mom, I would be lost without her! Alex...

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Taylia J.

Elizabethport, NJ

4.7(1)
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$27/hr
9 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
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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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Emily C.

About Emily

Montclair, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 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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Claudia P.

Responsible After-school Sitter

Elizabeth, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 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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Jess S.

Newark, NJ

3.7(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello I am a current graduate student and an experienced loving babysitter. I enjoy being around children and helping / attending to their needs. I am available during the week , on weekends, date nights , after school, and summer months . I have 9 years of experience . I am responsible, nurturing , reliable, and energetic. I...

Yolanda D. says "Jess was very hands on. As soon as she arrived she immediately went into action without hesitation. My kids loved her immediately and want her to come...

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Solanny S.

Babysitter

Linden, NJ

4.0(1)
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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 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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  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of November 2025

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

After School Child Care in Short Hills, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed after school child care

Katarzyna C.

Katarzyna was hired to watch my children and to run errands. My family found her to be personable, dependable, and punctual. My kids took to...

- Pat R.

Sarah M.

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...

- Kristin L.

Livia C.

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...

- Care member

FAQs for after school child care in Short Hills, NJ

Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Short Hills, NJ through Care.com will cost an average of $15.00 per hour as of November 2025. This rate may vary depending on the provider's experience, the duties you need your after-school caregiver to perform and how many kids you need them to take care of.

Care.com currently has 1 after school child care providers in Short Hills, NJ. You can search for these caregivers by their distance from where you live and compare your options by hourly pay rate, years of experience and the specific services they can provide for after school care. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have previously worked with these providers.

As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Short Hills, NJ to help your kids with a variety of needs. After-school providers can pick your children up from school, take them to extracurricular activities around Short Hills, NJ, help them with homework, and watch them in your house for a couple of hours before you get home from work. Just make sure your needs match up with the skills of the after-school providers you reach out to.

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