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60 after school babysitters are listed in Highland Park, NJ
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 4 years
After school babysitters in Highland Park, NJ
Hello! I'm a very reliable, responsible, and creative sitter. I've been a camp counselor, an after school aide, an assistant teacher at a daycare, and a babysitter. I love kids and making them smile while having fun! I enjoy doing crafts with kids, going to parks, or any fun activity for them! Ultimately my goal is to become a...
Cara can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Shin Moe T.
Highland Park, NJ
$22-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm a childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn, grow, and thrive. With two years of experience caring for children of all ages, I have the knowledge and skills to provide a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for your child.
I believe in fostering a child's development through play and hands-on...
Hi there! I'm Aileen, I'm 25 and I am a Masters of Social Work student Rutgers. I'm a very caring person and have experience working in a long-term care facility in the activities department (so I know how to entertain!) and am looking for some extra money. I love children and have four years experience as a summer day camp...
Aileen can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Luna L.
Highland Park, NJ
$13-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
That's the first time to apply for babysitting jobs, but I had spent with children for a long time. And I really love to stay with kids.
Luna can also help with: Light cleaning
Salome K.
Highland Park, NJ
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry and cooking. I have experience working babies from 3 month and older ( toddlers and kids) . I have experience work with kids and toddlers with ADHD. I love spending time with kids and having so much fun with them. I respect everyone's parenting style...
Salome can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Reena B.
Highland Park, NJ
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
1.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Reena and I am currently studying at Rutgers University on a child psych track. Ive always had a passion for engaging with children and helping kids learn and grow. I love to do arts and crafts with kids and I really never get tired of playing. I volunteered at a Montessori with children of ages 1-month-old to...
Reena can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Cassie P.
Highland Park, NJ
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Kindergarten Teacher Available As Part Time Babysitter (Weekends & Summer)
I have been working as a caregiver for children for since I was in high school. I have worked for many years as a babysitter, a professional certified elementary school teacher, and as a private tutor. I am currently teach Kindergarten full time. I have a NJ State teaching certificate and a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood...
Cassie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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
Hello, my name is Patricia!
I'm a charismatic/kind individual and want children of my own one day. I would love to get some practice. In previous years I did book buddies with an adolescent (6 yrs old ) for a few summers. The interaction was well received from both the child and parent. It was from then I knew that I was the...
Skills:
CPR
Hello, my name is Val!
I am a social worker and currently work as a Rutgers Student Advisor. I have a passion for teaching! I have experience as a behavior intervention specialist in grades 6-12 at a local school.
For the last decade, I have been a mentor, a tutor, a caregiver at various daycare centers, a babysitter, and a...
Valeria can also help with: Craft assistance
Laura B.
Highland Park, NJ
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Laura and I'm a current junior at Rutgers University who is working towards Bachelors and Masters in Education. Getting to work with children in any capacity is truly a passion of mine. Since I was 14, I babysat three kids and would perform duties such as transportation, light house cleaning, cooking, tutoring,...
Laura can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 1st grade special education teacher with my masters in early childhood special education. I love what I do. I am either looking for some after school opportunities that can be catered to your needs. Need help with homework after school? Need a tutor? Need a babysitter for a few hours or someone who can do light...
Kelly can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We are very lucky to have Kelly come to our son Lenny for fun activities, like drawing, play dough, dancing, reading, learning how to count, colours, shapes, animals, etc. She’s a talented teacher! Very caring and cheerful."
Care member
Lisa F.
East Brunswick, NJ
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Lisa I am a part time dental assistant looking for some extra hours during the week to help out a family in need. I have two children of my own that are now grown up and starting their own families. I am willing to help out with before or after school hours, assistant with meal prep, homework, cleaning, keeping the...
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Lisa has been absolutely wonderful with my two young girls! They adore her! Lisa is always on time, if not early and always cleans up around the house and is great with our dogs as well! She is so friendly and has such a loving and caring personality!"
Carli H.
Jennifer K.
Dayton, NJ
$25-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.7
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I experience as a caretakers for kids from 2 to 13 years old since I was in college. My tasks involved. Picking up the kids from school, dropping them off at after school activities, working on homework, going out for fun bringing them to the movies , friends, taking them showers, cleaning, preparing meals. Reading books with...
Jennifer can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
4.0
"Jennifer worked for us, helping with our son in the morning, and some afternoons. In the end, it wasn't a fit personality-wise (not an unusual occurrence for our son), we but we can still recommend Jennifer.
Jennifer is a pro. She showed up on time, every time,...
Rafi L.
Jordan M.
Fords, NJ
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Absolutely Love Making Kids Smile And Laugh And Becoming Like A Big Sister To Them.
3.0
(2)
I've been babysitting since I was old enough to accept the responsibility. I was 13 when I had my first job of watching three kids. After the first babysitting job they referred me to countless families where I have watched those kids and many more since they were five until they were ready to drive. I would drive them to...
Jordan can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
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Jordan has been our trusted babysitter for nearly two years now. She has consistently shown up on time and proven to be a reliable caregiver. Our children feel comfortable, have fun, and are safe in her presence, and she follows our instructions diligently....
Care member
Rebecca M.
Edison, NJ
$18-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello !
My name is Rebecca and I am a recent graduate from Queens College with a studio art/art education major pre-k-12. What made me love children and seniors was working with them in community houses/ nursing homes, after-school programs and babysitting my brother, cousins and neighbors since I was a young teen. Through these...
Rebecca can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Rebecca is loving, caring and attentive. Anyone (human or animal!) will be in good hands with Rebecca!"
Anna B.
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: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, 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)
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
(1)
hi! My name is Lindsay, I've been taking care of children for a little over 9 years. Between babysitting jobs and volunteering at my local church for Sunday school childcare and the annual VBS, there's never been a time where I haven't been around children and I love it! I also have a child of my own, who will turn 1 soon so I...
Lindsay can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"We love Lindsay! She has cared for our 18 month old son both at our home and in the church nursery (that I oversaw for a year) many times in the last year and half. She has a real love for children. Lindsay is quick to make children comfortable with a perfect...
Christa K.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As of my profession I love taking care of people like adult or child I even have a child of my own whom I took care of since newborn until now. I graduated my four year course in bachelor of science in Nursing that is why I am used to take care of people adult and child. I can also tutor a child, do the housekeeping and cook as...
Joan can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
3.0
"Joan was great with our son. She's punctual if she actually shows up. She cancelled 4 times at last minute during her one month part time job. She eventually decided not to come back and notified me 2 1.5 hour before the time she's supposed to come to work. "
Pepper B.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Highland Park, NJ
Kelly R.
5.0
We are very lucky to have Kelly come to our son Lenny for fun activities, like drawing, play dough, dancing, reading, learning how to count, colours, shapes, animals, etc. She’s a talented teacher! Very caring and cheerful.
- Care member
Lisa F.
5.0
I'm so happy to have met Lisa. She's great with my 3 year old and he looks forward to playing with her every week. I feel very fortunate to have her babysitting my greatest gift.
- Jenniferlynn M.
Jennifer K.
5.0
Jennifer has been helping us primarily with our preschooler while we are working for a little over a month now. She arrives in the morning, spends a few hours playing with our daughter, then feeds her lunch and gets her ready and takes her to and from her swim lesson once a week. She is very...
- Maureen S.
Jordan M.
5.0
Jordan has been our trusted babysitter for nearly two years now. She has consistently shown up on time and proven to be a reliable caregiver. Our children feel comfortable, have fun, and are safe in her presence, and she follows our instructions diligently. Jordan's genuine care make her a reliable...
- Care member
Rebecca M.
5.0
I hired Rebecca to take care of my 5-years old son. My boy really loved being with her, he said it was fun to read and make his homework with her. She always followed the rules, she was always on time, my son was always fed and put to sleep on time. I recommend Rebecca as a reliable, kind and...
- Iuliia K.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Highland Park, NJ
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Highland Park, NJ?
You can review 11 after school babysitter profiles near you in Highland Park, 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 Highland Park, NJ?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Highland Park, NJ is $17.36. 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 Highland Park, 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 Highland Park, NJ on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Highland Park, 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 Highland Park, NJ can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Highland Park, 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 Highland Park, NJ.