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Tammy T.
East Stroudsburg, PA
$17-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing and experienced caregiver with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. I'm friendly and approachable, yet comfortable enforcing household rules. With three years of experience, I'm confident in my ability to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your child.
My patience and creativity...
Hello, I'm Melissa! I have been babysitting since I was 14. I am now 24 with a 2-year-old daughter. I love doing arts and crafts, taking my daughter outside to play+get fresh air, and teaching her useful skills so she can grow up to be a successful women some day! I am available Monday-Friday at any time. I can also be there on...
Alexis M.
Belvidere, NJ
$16-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I've been caring for children for over five years, and I love helping them learn and grow. I'm known for being patient, calm, and creative. I have some college under my belt, and I'm certified in both CPR and First Aid. I'm also comfortable enforcing household rules.
My passion for childcare stems from my desire to make a...
Christina C.
Bangor, PA
$15-50/hr • 16 yrs exp
As a caring and experienced childcare provider with over 16 years of experience, I have a passion for supporting families and positively impacting children's lives. My journey into childcare began with fulfilling babysitting roles, which reinforced my desire to make a difference in young lives.
With a patient and calm demeanor,...
Amanda M.
East Stroudsburg, PA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm an experienced and caring nanny and educator. I worked as a full time nanny for over 2 years. I have over 18 years experience babysitting and teaching. As an undergraduate Theater Arts major I encourage creativity. I love singing and music. I hold my MA in education and have taught and tutored at all grade levels. As an...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
My name is Jennifer and I'm 34 years old. I feel that I will be able to provide much needed help in taking care of your family members. I've worked in a daycare in NYC before. I also have a certification of Early Childhood Education and training program and the Red Cross Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certification. I have...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Jessica V.
East Stroudsburg, PA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Jessica, I'm 22 years old and I'm currently working on my associates degree in social work. I love kids and have experience with teaching and working with children of all ages. I also have experience cleaning of one year! At age 13 I began my own gymnastics classes teaching kids from ages 1-8 gymnastics skills! I...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Laura R.
Bangor, PA
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello my name is Laura,
I am currently working as a medical assistant in a pediatric doctors office. I have been working as a certified nursing assistant for 5 years in rehabilitation/nursing homes and hospital settings. I have worked with people with brain damage, stroke, mental illness, mental and physical disabilities,...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Special Needs Care
I received my BS in Early Childhood Education at William Paterson University in 2012 and worked as a substitute teacher and teacher aide for 5 years after graduating. I loved working with children but shifted gears to pursue a career working with animals and accepted a job at The Seeing Eye in Morristown. After 4 years there I...
Amanda can also help with: Travel
Skills:
Early Education
Hello, I love taking care of kids. I have taken care of all my little cousins and my two little sisters. I am used to taking care of toddlers up to 12 years old. I have helped out in a daycare that a friend owned. I currently have two kids ages 5 and 8.
Nelly N.
Hackettstown, NJ
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving, Experienced Nanny - Great With Babies/Young Children
5.0
(2)
Greetings! My name is Nelly and I am the proud mother to two grown boys. I have been caring for children since I was young. First, it was watching over my younger siblings, then babysitting for close family and friends before I became a mother myself. I worked at St. Mary's School in Hackettstown, NJ running their after care...
5.0
"Nelly is awesome with children in that she is nurturing, caring, patient, and responsible. My two daughters 20 months apart in age were under her care while they were 3 months to 6 years old and while my husband and I worked. Now they are older and my husband is...
Lorrie N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Emma, I recently graduated from university and am planning on going to law school next year so am currently studying for lsat and volunteering. I have babysat significantly in the past and absolutely love being around kids. I have been babysitting since I was about 15 years old and have experience with kids of...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Melissa C.
Stewartsville, NJ
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is melissa and I love working with kids and pets ! I have babysat ever since I was younger and have a bunch of younger cousins that gave me experience. I can help with all your needs!
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Over the years Melissa has become a part of our family! She started watching my 2 and 4 year old during the 2021 school year while she was still in high school finishing her senior year.
Melissa was always on time, reliable, and wonderful with the children. A...
Jennifer N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Graduate from high school, Attended babysitting courses through the hospital, and CPR classes, and have my certificate. Also, I am a direct support professional. I work with development disabled adults/ children. I'm certified in Abuse and neglect certification through the state of new jersey. I have a medication administration...
Jenna can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Jenna is great with kids and an all around great person with a big heart. Jenna has a lot of patience and compassion for others. She is easy going flexible, reliable and responds quickly. Thank you Jenna!"
Sharon W.
5.0
(1)
I am dependable and very reliable, have raised three children of my own. Worked in childcare for over 15 years and in-home day care. The ages of children I have cared for range from infants to after school. I am looking forward to a nanny/babysitting position. I'm comfortable when speaking with people I never been with because...
Marie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Marie has been taking care of my son, who is now 11 months old, since August 2013. She is moving back up North and we are completely devastated that she is leaving. I have trusted Marie 100% with my son from day one. She does arts and crafts with him, helps him...
Susan K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 29 years old. I am seeking a part job in child care while I'm back in college. My experience ranges from babysitting toddlers, working in schools to volunteering in orphanages in Ecuador and Guatemala where I assisted in teaching English and other educational lessons to children which included children with special needs. I...
Mellisa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Mellisa is very nice and we trust her to watch our 3 year old. She is very patient and caring."
Simona K.
Abigail D.
Stanhope, NJ
$21-26/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a graduate of the University of Tampa with my BA in Criminology/Criminal Justice. I have my Child Development Associates degree and my certificate for CPR/AED/FA. I have experience working with children with special needs and children varying many ages from infancy to high school, in the class room environment and in...
Abigail can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our family was lucky enough to have Abigail in our lives for six months. She was loved not only by my husband and myself but our two daughters whom she spends hours creating games with taking to the park making snacks for and genuinely showing them love. I would...
Nicoelle J.
Jessica U.
Saylorsburg, PA
$16/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a stay at home mom. My daughter is 4 years old and loves to interact and play with other children. I have been babysitting for the past two years taking care of a family's two children . I prefer to watch your child in my home.
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Jessica is so lovely and easy to work with. She has a beautiful home in a safe area for the kids to play both inside and out. My oldest daughter is the same age as her daughter and the two of them became fast friends. She sends little videos of the kids playing or...
Marlena M.
Emma L.
Tannersville, PA
$18-22/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Emma! I am a graduate from Millersville University and am working on my masters at ESU. I am also currently a medic in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard with my EMT and CPR certifications. I have been a medic for about 8 years. I started babysitting in middle school continued throughout high school as well as my...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is very friendly, calm, punctual, and level-headed when babysitting our 4 high energy kiddos."
Anna D.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a special education teacher during the school year.
Additionally, I have worked as a kindergarten teacher, teacher's aide, program director and division leader at a summer camp, and an after school program instructor.
As a babysitter, I have over 7 years experience with children ages 6 months to 14 years old and I am...
Gabrielle can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Columbia, NJ
Nelly N.
5.0
Nelly is awesome with children in that she is nurturing, caring, patient, and responsible. My two daughters 20 months apart in age were under her care while they were 3 months to 6 years old and while my husband and I worked. Now they are older and my husband is around more for them so we have...
- Lorrie N.
Melissa C.
5.0
Over the years Melissa has become a part of our family! She started watching my 2 and 4 year old during the 2021 school year while she was still in high school finishing her senior year.
Melissa was always on time, reliable, and wonderful with the children. A bonus is that she always left the...
- Jennifer N.
Jenna K.
5.0
Jenna is great with kids and an all around great person with a big heart. Jenna has a lot of patience and compassion for others. She is easy going flexible, reliable and responds quickly. Thank you Jenna!
- Sharon W.
Marie B.
5.0
Marie has been taking care of my son, who is now 11 months old, since August 2013. She is moving back up North and we are completely devastated that she is leaving. I have trusted Marie 100% with my son from day one. She does arts and crafts with him, helps him develop his motor skills and...
- Susan K.
Mellisa G.
5.0
Mellisa is very nice and we trust her to watch our 3 year old. She is very patient and caring.
- Simona K.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Columbia, NJ
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Columbia, NJ?
You can review 2 after school babysitter profiles near you in Columbia, 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 Columbia, NJ?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Columbia, NJ is $18.50. 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 Columbia, 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 Columbia, NJ on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Columbia, 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 Columbia, NJ can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Columbia, NJ?
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 Columbia, NJ.