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I have experience with infants and older children, including those with special needs. I have been babysitting since I was 12, a nanny after high school, and I worked in a child care center for 3. 5 years, and have been a part time nanny since, I've always loved every minute of it. I am passionate about caring for children,...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Deidre G.
Lake Hopatcong, NJ
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello,
My name is Deidre, I am 19 years old and I am looking for babysitting positions near me. I have previously worked at Day Camp in the Park with 6/7-year-olds, 4/5-year-olds, and 11/12-year-olds during the summers of 2018-2021. I have also previously worked at Willow Lake Day Camp with 4/5-year-olds during the summer of...
Deidre can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have had many years of experience taking care of younger family members, babysitting for neighbors, and watching being very responsible caregiver. I will be taking college classes online so it would not get in the way of being a full or part-time caregiver.
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
As an eldest child of 3 from a single mother, I have been taking care of my siblings as if my own children. Along with lifeguarding for 4 years and coordinating birthday parties, I know how to make a celebration out of any situation, and care for all ages putting safety first.
Bailey can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I have worked in the position of social worker for more than 20 years. I have excellent people, communication and interpersonal skills. I am a great mentor for our youth and a great support for our senior families. Helping people gives me great satisfaction. I love working with families and I am dedicated, dependable as well...
Susan can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 25 years of baby sitting experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am super organized, reliable, fun, caring.
Kristin can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Kat C.
Sparta, NJ
$15-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm passionate about the development of young minds, which led me to become a childcare provider. With five years of experience, I've honed my skills in caring for children aged four to 11. My patient and calm demeanor allows me to handle any situation with composure. I prioritize clear communication with parents, providing...
Lisa F.
Milford, PA
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have babysat many years and have worked in childcare centers for a few years. . Also, I have volunteered in a few schools during the day, during after school programs and summer camps. I have worked with children ages 4 months to 10 years old. During these times, I have helped children with homework, crafts, played board...
Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Very professional young girl who is one of the few people I can leave my son with without him crying out for me. She kept him active and prepared his meals throughout the day. I also trust her to take him out to the park to integrate outdoor play. My favorite thing...
Chris M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Kimber and I can't wait to meet you and your littles :) I'm an older sister to a brother and a sister, a graduate from the University of Scranton, and a lover of early mornings! I have over 7 years of experience working with children and over a year of experience working with children and adults with ASD.
I love...
Kimber can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Kimber while in town for a wedding and she was so great! Our 10-month old was in very good hands. Kimber was very sweet, a good communicator, on-time, and great with our daughter. She didn't mind staying late, and when we got back to our place she had...
Peter E.
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.
Krystyn D.
Mount Arlington, NJ
$25/hr • 20 yrs exp
Experienced Baby-Sitter Looking To Provide Full/Part-Time Child Care.
4.6
(13)
Hired by 23 families in your neighborhood
Hello. My name is Krystyn, and I am a mother of two with 25+ years of childcare experience, working with different families, around New Jersey. The care of children is a very special and sometimes trying job, but as a mother myself, I have the experience and patience to make it work, happily. I am certified in CPR/ First Aid and...
Krystyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Krystyn was a huge support system for us as we welcomed our first child, especially as I transitioned from maternity leave back to work full-time. She was a jack of all trades that helped us with everything including caring for our newborn, watching over our dog,...
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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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Abigail instantly became part of our family the moment she started working for us. While I would have loved to keep her forever, we had to let her go because we had to cut back on finances.
Abigail nannied for us part-time for about a year. When she started, my...
Marissa A.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting and caring for children for over 15 years. I have experience with children of all ages. I most recently babysat for a family with a newborn and toddler; so I am extremely comfortable watching infants. I almost never show up to a house without my craft bag and a planned activity for the day (helps with...
Julie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I've known Julie for over 20 years and hiring her to watch my two children was the best idea for our family. She goes above & beyond making sure your kids are not only safe & well taken care of but the little & thoughtful things she does on her own helped sustain...
Chrissy D.
3.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Kayleen, a sophomore in college with about 2+ years of experience. I would constantly baby sit my little brother as well as a little one year til he was old enough to start daycare. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping and meal prepping. As well as taking the kids where they need to be after...
Kayleen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
5.0
"We had a great experience with Kayleen. She cared for our two girls (4 and 2) for a week and showed up every day on time and ready to go. Our kids had a great time with her and she leaned in to help cleaning without being asked. Would definitely hire again."
Mike B.
5.0
(1)
I am looking to work with a family with child(ren) ages 2-4 and provided a Montessori based environment to build a foundation of learning, while instilling independence and confidence. I am a passionate individual who loves working with children and is reliable, organized, loving, and caring.
I am a certified K-5 teacher and...
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is a godsend. She loves and cares about her students so genuinely. She led our little pod through Covid and worked with my daughter to learn how to read and so many other things. She is the reason our kids didn't even realize what was happening with Covid. She...
Jennifer M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with kids for over 15 years. I have worked in camps, homes, and schools. Among the many families that I have watched have been a family with four kids, including an 1-month-old and two dogs, and a family with 16-month-old twins. I am good with caring for multiple kids of different ages, picking up after kids are in...
Laura can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Laura babysat for my 10 year old one evening and looked after our extremely energetic dog on several occasions. She was terrific with both my daughter and the dog and professional and courteous with me and my husband. I would definitely recommend Laura as a top...
Theresa B.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for years around the neighborhood helping out down to my family and baby cousins , I am one of seven and love big families and am incredibly comfortable in the environment . I am athletic and always willing to play with the kids ! I'm a non-smoker have my own transportation and have a clean drivers record...
Kimberly can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kimberly is a warm and enthusiastic person. She is responsible and reliable."
Kathleen B.
Riley S.
Montague, NJ
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am currently employed at the Goddard School in the infant room.
I like working with kids because it's always something new everyday.
I'm looking for a job that brings me joy. Being able to bring joy to kids while making sure they're safe at the same time.
I started working with kids when I volunteered at my local Church...
Riley can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was great with my two children! I had gone out for the night with my fiancé and she had no problem staying a little later then planned. Her prices are very reasonable and she is over all a very personable person! Would highly recommend!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for 10+ years, have worked with children of all ages from newborns to 13 yrs. I have babysat for families, interned with a day care for several months, as weIl as worked at children's party venue for several years. In college I was a Resident Assistant as well as an orientation leader, meaning I am good...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rachel is outstanding: consistently caring, considerate and helpful. Her communication skills are effective and she responds to messages very quickly. Her experience and education are demonstrated in her ability to tune into my one-year-old granddaughter's...
Orit S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Mariana. I am 24 years old and live in Buddlake, NJ. I love children and have experience in baby-sitting. I speak Spanish, so I hope that is a plus! I'm very easy to confine on, responsible and patient. I love animals so if you have pets that wont be one bit of a problem. I like to describe myself as creative, active...
Mariana can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I am so happy I found Mariana! She has been reliable and a huge help to our family. She takes initiative and does things that need to be done without me having to ask her. She is great with my kids and has a wonderful and bubbly personality!"
Jen O.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Lafayette, NJ
Lisa F.
5.0
Very professional young girl who is one of the few people I can leave my son with without him crying out for me. She kept him active and prepared his meals throughout the day. I also trust her to take him out to the park to integrate outdoor play. My favorite thing about this girl in particular is...
- Chris M.
Kimber C.
5.0
We hired Kimber while in town for a wedding and she was so great! Our 10-month old was in very good hands. Kimber was very sweet, a good communicator, on-time, and great with our daughter. She didn't mind staying late, and when we got back to our place she had neatly organized all of the baby's...
- Peter E.
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.
Krystyn D.
5.0
Krystyn has been working with us caring for my disabled adult daughter since March of this year. She assists with toileting, showers, exercing, dressing, preparing meals and driving her to outpatient therapy. Caring for someone who is quadriplegic with limited mobility is a very time consuming and...
- Care member
Abigail D.
5.0
Abigail instantly became part of our family the moment she started working for us. While I would have loved to keep her forever, we had to let her go because we had to cut back on finances.
Abigail nannied for us part-time for about a year. When she started, my daughter was 2.5 and my son was a...
- Marissa A.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Lafayette, NJ
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Lafayette, NJ?
You can review 2 after school babysitter profiles near you in Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, NJ?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Lafayette, NJ is $17.50. 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 Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, NJ on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, NJ can really come in handy.
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