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60 after school babysitters are listed in Cranford, NJ
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 7 years
After school babysitters in Cranford, NJ
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, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
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.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Short:
I am going to school to become a teacher for k-3 and special needs. I am open to any and all activities. I have babysat ages 6 months to 11 years.
Minimum of 5 hours for one time jobs s& 20 hours for reoccurring.
Long:
-As a babysitter, I have assisted in homework, cleaning and entertaining children. I can and will...
Sharifa can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We've had Sharifa for a few years now and we're more than grateful for her, she's super dependable and responsible. We have six kids and they all love her, she's super patient and buy them gifts on holidays and birthdays, she's someone we can always count on...
Steven C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Amaya. I am a 23-year-old college graduate who enjoys assisting and educating children. I graduated with masters in Criminal Justice at Rutgers Newark University where I will use my degree to aid children in the juvenile justice system through rehabilitation. I am willing to help out for the parent's and...
Amaya can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Amaya did a great job babysitting our 2 year old son! Would definitely hire again."
Care member
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rachel worked for our family for about 1 1/2 yrs, before my daughter started preschool. This summer when my now elementary aged kids were between summer camp and the start of the school year, we were glad to have her return to sit and my kids were very happy to see...
Melissa G.
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, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She watched my newborn till she was about one and a half and took very good care of her. Even giving medicine and informing us when she has a cough or rashes or anything. I would definitely recommend her to watch any ages because I've also seen her with older kids...
Shane D.
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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & 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: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I was very nervous about a stranger coming into our home and sitting for us but Nyasia made me very comfortable. Nyasia was great with our 4-month old son. She was very patient, loving, and caring. She cared for him for five hours and followed the instructions that...
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: Travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & 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: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, 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: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"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 her !"
Karen M.
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: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
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 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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Monica! I have 3+ years of experience with children of all ages. I have a big family so I've been babysitting since I was about 13 years old. Outside of family, I started babysitting for pay when I was in high school, mostly summertime. I have a little experience with children who have special needs. In the past year and...
Monica can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
4.0
"Monica was friendly and one time; she kept in communication with me her entire shift which i loved she even got my son to take a nap on her first day :)"
Kendra M.
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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
(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
"Lívia has a great personality, and she is a very reliable person. We really enjoy her services because she goes the extra mile to help. "
Mirella D.
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
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.
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, travel, swimming supervision
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.
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: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & 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, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
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
Alexa A.
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 questions in a natural, easy way. I knew...
- Melissa G.
Sharifa F.
5.0
We've had Sharifa for a few years now and we're more than grateful for her, she's super dependable and responsible. We have six kids and they all love her, she's super patient and buy them gifts on holidays and birthdays, she's someone we can always count on regularly , we recommend her highly!
- Steven C.
Amaya S.
5.0
Amaya did a great job babysitting our 2 year old son! Would definitely hire again.
- Care member
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.
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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 19 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 $20.68. 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?
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 Cranford, NJ.