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60 after school babysitters are listed in Cranford, NJ
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 7 years
After school babysitters in Cranford, NJ
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello. My name is Rachel and I am seeking a full-time position with a great family.
Over the past 20 years I have worked for numerous families and with a range of children across various ages (from newborn up to 11 years old).
Duties varied depending on family needs and age of the child/children. Care of newborns, infants and...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rachel is amazing! She has babysat for us for over 2 years. Rachel is responsible, caring, and dependable. Our 2 year old and 4 year old love her and are always so excited to see her. I feel so comfortable having Rachel care for my children. Anyone would be...
Kristine K.
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
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
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a 30-year-old based here in Union County (Rahway). I have years of experience in childcare, my most recent position being a co-teacher of a Reggio style based classroom in a private school in Mountainside; previously, I worked as a 'guide' at a private school called Acton Academy. Years of experience in alternative...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very friendly, great with kids, trustworthy."
Dana A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I'm a friendly, responsible, and experienced babysitter based in Newark. I have over 10 years of experience babysitting kids of all ages. I'm known for my reliability and punctuality, and I always come prepared with fun and engaging activities to keep the kids entertained and learning. I have experience with everything...
Success can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Success was great with our little one! We were worried, because it was our first time asking a babysitter to pick him up from daycare. But our toddler liked her from the moment he met her, she did wonderfully with his chaotic energy, and we've rehired Success...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Nyasia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"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 "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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...
Esther can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
5.0
"She was punctual, polite, and great with our 1.5 year old son. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a senior in college majoring in psychology. I love to babysit as my after school job. I've been taking care of kids for 6 years now and I've had multiple jobs. I worked as a counselor at an aftercare program and have had 6+ long term babysitting jobs. I have two younger siblings one who is 17 and has Down syndrome who I...
Manuela can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Manuela is really friendly, sweet and easy to get along with. I was all set to hire her to start in September but my after school current sitter decided to stay with our family longer. Her references were very strong when I called and they both told me that she...
Carrie N.
Taylia J.
Elizabethport, NJ
$27-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.5
(2)
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...
Taylia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"She's very sweet and did a wonderful job caring for my Nayla, we loved her she was like one of the family."
Marsha G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Julia, and I've been babysitting for over 3. 5 years, gaining hands-on experience with children of all ages. I truly love working with kids and enjoy creating a fun, safe, and nurturing environment for them to grow and thrive.
Over the years, I've built strong relationships with families, providing trustworthy,...
Julia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Julia vibed extremely well with my son. I was nervous at first because it's his first time being babysat by non-family but they clicked and she even taught him a few new words in Portuguese while I was away! Will definitely be seeking her out again. I recommend...
Jessica R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having someone trustworthy watching their little ones.
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jessica is amazing with our daughters. She is very calm and patient with our 7 month old and almost three year old. They love seeing her every time she has helped us in the past. Our three year old occasionally asks us "when will Jessica come back?" She is...
Jinger G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Positive, calm, balanced, committed, ambitious, compassionate, reliable, kind and very creative. My 2 daughters are my highest achievement making me proud every single day. In the past I worked as a Art teacher for kids with disabilities at "Special School Sacel" Romania. Between 2000 and 2005 I was part of an amazing French...
Camelia can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I am writing to express my recommendation for Camelia M. Cami has worked as a babysitter for my two year old toddler for the last 9 months. She serves as an excellent role model to my young child. My daughter always looked forward to her time with Cami and are...
Rubina S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a 3rd grade teacher looking for a family to work with for the summer. I have 10 years of experience with children of all ages. I love spending time with children and creating fun and engaging activities, crafts, and experiences to keep them entertained and engaged!
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our family absolutely loved her, especially our toddler! Melissa is sweet, smart, dependable and so energetic. She is a school teacher, and maybe that's the reason for her being so great with kids. My toddler and her had a lot of fun together. Melissa has a gift,...
Reshmee T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi. Hello.
I go by Jourdy to most. I am currently studying to become a future Design/Art Instructor so with that comes with the study of Education and learning how to keep the adolescents of our world engaged and kept safe. I am that reliable babysitter you can arrange last minute details with and I will be there for you and...
Jourdan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jourdan is the best!!! With rambunctious twin boys and sully tween Jourdan handled them like a champ they had a great time. She is so professional and prompt. My kids love her!!!!!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Livia can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"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 wonderful with children but also incredibly reliable and responsible.
We absolutely recommend Livia to any family in...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I hope you and your loved ones have been blessed in every way aspect of life.
I have been tutoring and taking care of children and young adults (newborn to 18 years old) in the United States, South America, Central America, and Europe for 8 years. I've traveled the world to enhance my experience to educate children of...
Stacy can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Stacy is one of the best caregivers I have ever worked with. She was always on time and so much fun for the kids to be around. She has created three soccer champs! Always playing and teaching! She was incredibly attentive during virtual school sessions. Easy to...
Pilialoha Y.
Tatiana C.
Kenilworth, NJ
$24/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as fun, respectful, trustworthy
I like working with kids because they keep you young, days are filled with adventure, and I truly love taking care of others including kids. Making sure they feel loved and safe!
What I mainly look for in a job is that the people I am working for appreciate me and...
Tatiana can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Tatiana was super great!! she took care amazing care of my daughter and she absolutely loved her! Tatiana took her to the park, on little errands and even to the zoo! My daughter would constantly be talking about Tatiana and how much she loves her. She was...
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: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
Monique D.
New Providence, NJ
$25-26/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Monique and I'm a nanny in search of a full-time position. I am from Brazil and I've been living in the U. S. since 2016; I first came as an au pair and decided to continue my studies here in order to find better opportunities for the future. I studied some periods of nursing school in Brazil and also...
Monique can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I can't say enough good things about Monique. She has been a lifesaver during this pandemic and took on additional responsibilities. She is on time, strong communication skills, takes the kids on adventures, helps them with schoolwork, is great with them at the...
Julie D.
5.0
(1)
I am a nanny with over 16 years of experience providing exceptional care to children , newborn to 14 years old. Adept at organizing children's daily schedule including meals, school and recreational activities proficient in communication with children at different developmental stages . Organize fun and educational games , read...
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maria was our full time nanny for 11 months. She started when our children were 2 months and 2.5 years old. She was early every day and showed up with a smile on her face and ready to take the kids so we could get off to work. She was so calm, gentle, patient and...
Talia D.
5.0
(23)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Please read my profile before contacting me. Serious inquires only. $30 hour and up
Currently seeking :
* Pet sitting in your home.
* Occasional sitting weekend/overnights
*Travel Nanny w Passport and local events (weddings etc.)
My Early Educator as a teaching assistant, began 2007 to 2012 ages 2 to 5 y. o
Promoted to Lead...
Autumn can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Autumn watched my 6 months old for 3 days for 4 hours each day. She is by far the best sitter I have ever met. I would hire her again. She is very accommodating. She was great with the baby, didn't have any trouble putting her down for naps, spent time engaging the...
Adriana I.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Cranford, NJ
Rachel K.
5.0
Rachel is amazing! She has babysat for us for over 2 years. Rachel is responsible, caring, and dependable. Our 2 year old and 4 year old love her and are always so excited to see her. I feel so comfortable having Rachel care for my children. Anyone would be lucky to have Rachel take care of their...
- Kristine K.
Angelina C.
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.
Emma M.
5.0
Very friendly, great with kids, trustworthy.
- Dana A.
Success U.
5.0
Success was great with our little one! We were worried, because it was our first time asking a babysitter to pick him up from daycare. But our toddler liked her from the moment he met her, she did wonderfully with his chaotic energy, and we've rehired Success multiple times since. Thank you!!
- Care member
Nyasia W.
5.0
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
- Care member
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Cranford, NJ
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Cranford, NJ?
You can review 15 after school babysitter profiles near you in Cranford, 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 Cranford, NJ?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Cranford, NJ is $20.67. 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 Cranford, 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 Cranford, NJ on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Cranford, 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 Cranford, NJ can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Cranford, NJ?
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Ratings for Cranford, NJ after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.4 / 5
After School Babysitters in Cranford, NJ are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 30 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters.