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60 after school babysitters are listed in Colonia, NJ
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 4 years
After school babysitters in Colonia, NJ
4.2
(5)
Hi Families, I'm Jenifer I'm 27y, and I'm looking for a opportunity. I have more than 5 years of experience with children from 3 months old to 15 years old. I was a dance teacher for children in a social project for 3 years so I am very creative, responsible, organized and energetic.
I can change diapers, bath, play, nap time,...
Jenifer can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I am writing to wholeheartedly recommend Jully as a nanny. She cared for my daughter for a few months and made a significant positive impact on our lives.
Jully is incredibly responsible, nurturing, and attentive. She created a safe and engaging environment for my...
Care member
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Solanny can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
4.0
"She is very reliable and followed my request. She also can do flexible work. She is good at communication and very kind."
Miyuki S.
Jessica V.
Scotch Plains, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Jessica. I am 31 years-old. I love caring for children and seniors. I feel that caring for them is the best job I can have. I am very responsible, reliable, and have a lot of patience. I have a run nursing degree. I have been caring for children and seniors most of my life, will care for them as if they were my...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Dear Jessica V.
Thank you for the time and consideration.I appreciate having had the opportunity to speak with you about your experience in related babysitter. Your resume is quite impressive and shows great potential for you in the working world. Sorry that it...
Maria-elena V.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hii!
Currently I'm FREE for date nights weekdays after 6:30 p.m. Mondays
Fridays rotate sometimes free after 2:30 p.m. or 6:30 p.m.
Tuesdays and Thursdays - after 2:30 p.m.
Saturdays and Sundays I'm FREE - I'm in two weddings this year (I love my friends LOL) they are back-to-back, so looking for another income source,...
Khayanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Khay has been absolutely amazing! I’ve never had anyone outside of friends and family mind my children. So, this was a big step for me. However, I do not regret taking that step. Khay has been great with the kids. She mainly watches our youngest who is nine months...
Care member
Briana W.
Maplewood, NJ
$30/hr • 12 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi Briana here! So happy to e-meet you and potentially see if we could be a great fit. A little about me I am 25 years old, energetic, out going and reliable. I have over 10+ years of experience in child care with caring for multiple children from early age of infants up to 13 years old. I've had a nurturing and bubbly spark to...
Briana can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Bri assists us with our children on a regular basis. She is VERY reliable, fun, energetic and a good influence on my young children. We look forward to continuing to use Bri's services in the future!"
Nicole P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is I, I am 29 years old and I have over than 4 years experience as a caregiver starting as an au pair (2018) then as live in/ out nanny.
Skills:
Newborn and multiple experience;
Art and crafts;
Prepare health meals;
Good drive record
Pet friendly;
Speak English and Portuguese ( native language)
Isabella can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Isabella was an amazing part of our family taking care of our 5 year old during the school year. She was fun and energetic and our daughter loved spending time with her. "
Care member
Bridget C.
Scotch Plains, NJ
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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,...
Bridget can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"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 engaged my daughter in interactive ways. My daughter was always excited to see Bridget! Highly recommend! Bridget -...
Amrita I.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have always loved working with children. I got my first childcare job working at Daycare my sophomore year of high school in which I worked with children ages 3 months to four years. I then got a job at Connection before and after school care program. At KTC I received experience working with children going into kindergarten...
Maren can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maren was wonderful with our 3 girls, spent time doing crafts and also made sure they got outside to enjoy the beautiful weather. We will definitely have her come again"
Katie C.
Petra B.
Highland Park, NJ
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced Baby Sitter Have My Own Child Personal Experience
5.0
(1)
Hello everyone I have a 11-year-old son. I believe the best babysitting experience comes from having children of your own. I also worked as a babysitter in the past. I graduated from Rutgers. I am a caring babysitter that loves kids. I like outdoor activities as well as indoor board games =)
Petra can also help with: Travel
Alexa A.
Rahway, NJ
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Alexa and I am an experienced babysitter that would love to work for your family! I am a special education elementary school teacher. I have been teaching for 11 yrs, and currently teach Kindergarten and 1st Grade Autism (ABA). I have experience babysitting and working with kids from 2-16 years. I am a graduate of...
Alexa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"This is a very long overdue recommendation, but better late than never! Alexa is a great sitter! From the moment we met, I liked her instantly. She is comfortable and confident in a way that you find in a seasoned teacher. She spoke to my kids, asking them...
Melissa G.
Amparo H.
Edison, NJ
$15-55/hr • 10 yrs exp
Enthusiastic Babysitter And Tutor - All Ages - Available On Weeknights
5.0
(7)
Im currently attending graduate school but was previously working as an EMT. However, babysitting and tutoring have been some of the best times of my life! With more than 10 years of experience, I have worked with many different ages and personalities. Since graduating college, I had lots of experience with children both in the...
Amparo can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She's amazing with kids and with people!"
Kristine V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Sofia and I am a 23-year-old graduate student at Rutgers University. I graduated from TCNJ with a BS in Elementary Education. I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old. I am a certified babysitter through the Red Cross program and am CPR certified. I have experience with infants and am comfortable with...
Sofia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was awesome. Very good with our little guy."
Sarah F.
5.0
(3)
Hello--My name is Shelly.
I am a young, energetic grandmother of 4. I am always on the go and up for a challenge. I have many years of experience taking care of the elderly population, especially senior citizens in the early stages of alzheimer's disease. I am patient, caring, understanding and compassionate. I have a great...
Rochelle can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
5.0
"Very caring, honest and trustful."
Linda M.
Carla J.
Staten Island, NY
$20-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
A Special Educator With Experience With Children Of All Ages, Available Part Time Babysitter.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently an elementary Special Education teacher for the Department of Education under the Autism Spectrum program and I have been working with children for over 5 years. I have experience with children of all ages, both in general education and students with special needs. I have received my Master's in Special Education,...
Carla can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
4.0
(3)
I have extensive child care experience. I have been babysitting for over 10 years for family and close friends. Also, I took safe sitting classes and became certified in safe sitting and CPR for all age groups. I enjoy working with children and look forward to finding work with a great family.
I DO work a FT job so I am...
Angelina can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Angelina is very fun loving caring kindhearted she is dependable and will always try her best at whatever she does. She is a wonderful person she loves kids and making them happy has never been an issue she plays with them and likes to go to the park."
Dominique H.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I am a passionate childcare provider with 15 years of experience. Working with littles is the most rewarding job I could ever have! There is no age, amount of children, behavior, or task that I can't handle. I am happy to help with additional household duties including light housekeeping, laundry, transportation, and errand...
Allison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Had a great interview with Allison for a permanent position. But, If we hadn't found someone else that worked best with our schedule, we would've definitely hired her! Thanks Allison!"
Mele M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Nicole, I am 29years old. I have a lot of experience working with children. I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old and Nannying since I was 18 years old. I am looking for a family who I can treat their child as one of my own and help the family with whatever they need. I also do house work; such as clean,...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I am one of her teachers and she is a very reliable student. I would highly recommend Nicole to anyone."
Ashley W.
4.0
(1)
I have two beautiful children ages 23 and 14. My 14-year-old has autism severity of , nonverbal and extremely behavioral! Inresult I had to stop working ti become his advocate to give him the services he was was lacking! Now that I finally have him in a stable school, provides me with the freedom to go back to work withing his...
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Layani B.
South Plainfield, NJ
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Layani!
I'm a hardworking, caring, and outgoing person who absolutely loves working with children! I have two years of experience in aftercare programs at local elementary schools, as well as working at summer camps. I'm also CPR certified, ensuring your child's safety is always my top priority.
In addition to my...
Layani can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Layani is exactly and extremely patient with children. She worked with my daughter in aftercare program for 3 years. She is reliable and understanding also. She has watched my child on multiple occasions, my daughter loves her!"
Jamia G.
5.0
(1)
Hello ! My name is Jordyn. I am 23 years old. I have been a resident of Staten Island my whole life. I am a compassionate, loving, and responsible. I live and breath childhood development. I received my bachelors in psychology in 2018, and I am currently pursuing my masters in social work. I have over six years of experience...
Jordyn can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Colonia, NJ
Jenifer V.
5.0
a wonderful person, she treated my son with great care and affection, super dedicated, my son loves her.
- Care member
Solanny S.
4.0
She is very reliable and followed my request. She also can do flexible work. She is good at communication and very kind.
- Miyuki S.
Jessica V.
4.0
Dear Jessica V.
Thank you for the time and consideration.I appreciate having had the opportunity to speak with you about your experience in related babysitter. Your resume is quite impressive and shows great potential for you in the working world. Sorry that it didn't work out for you with your...
- Maria-elena V.
Khayanna B.
5.0
Khayanna has been an absolute blessing for our family! She is so patient, caring, and attentive with our 15-month-old, and it’s clear they truly love what they do. From engaging playtime to ensuring a smooth bedtime routine, they go above and beyond to make sure our baby is happy and well cared for....
- Care member
Briana W.
5.0
Bri assists us with our children on a regular basis. She is VERY reliable, fun, energetic and a good influence on my young children. We look forward to continuing to use Bri's services in the future!
- Nicole P.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Colonia, NJ
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Colonia, NJ?
You can review 10 after school babysitter profiles near you in Colonia, 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.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Colonia, NJ?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Colonia, NJ is $19.90. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Colonia, NJ?
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 Colonia, NJ on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Colonia, NJ to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
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 Colonia, NJ can really come in handy.
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