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60 after school babysitters are listed in Matawan, NJ
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 8 years
After school babysitters in Matawan, NJ
My name is Danielle! I am the youngest of 4 kids and have a younger step-brother with Asperger Syndrome. I have experience with young children, special needs, and caring for elderly patients as well. I recieved my certification in CPR, but also have a BLS certification (basic life support). I spent time after high school...
I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old. I love caring for children and babysitting. I would love to find a family that I could help care for. Depending on the hours needed, I may need to bring my 2 children along as well. I have 2 boys, one is turning 6 and one is 2 and a half. They are both very friendly, loving kids.
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning
3.3
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am the mother of 2 daughters ages 17 and 23 years old. I was lucky enough to be able to be a stay at home mom with them. My youngest daughter is now a senior in High School. I was also fortunate enough to care for my nephew while my sister worked in New York City. I have a big family and grew up in Aberdeen. I now reside in...
Cari can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling
4.0
"We met Cari for an interview for a part-time nanny. I believe that she would have done a great job taking care of my daughter.
We decided to go with trying a flex schedule with our jobs to cover childcare.
Cari was warm, friendly, and my daughter liked her...
Amy B.
Jade R.
Matawan, NJ
$15-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I've been working at day camps during the summer for 5 yrs & have babysat in between the summers. I was head of the arts & crafts department for two yrs & a ceramics specialist for another 2.
I'd describe my personality as kind, passionate, & confident
I like working with kids because I enjoy seeing their perspectives on...
Lisa A.
Matawan, NJ
$15-17/hr • 8 yrs exp
I have years of experience babysitting with an additional 2. 5 years teaching daycare! I love working with kids and would love to help out any way I can! I have experience working with kids from as young as 6 months to as old as 15 years old!
Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
I'm a very caring and loving nanny with 19 years experience.
I'm a done to earth person love to play and entertain kids of all ages.. with daycare and Pre-school experience... kids are my passion and joy being around them... I'm a very funny and laughable person your kids would love being around me.
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, intelligent and energetic.
I like working with kids because I am a natural caregiver that loves to teach. Learning g and understanding each child's unique personality helps motivate them to achieve their goals and dreams.
I started working with kids when I was 12 and started...
Carol G.
Keyport, NJ
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Part-time Reliable, Fun And Mature Caregiver Available For Afternoon And Evening Position
4.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Carol. I am a grandmother that loves caring for children. I have taken care of my 2 grandchildren. They are now 19 and 14. I had an enjoyable after school sitter position for 2 school aged children for 2 1/2 years. I picked them up at the bus stop, assisted them with homework and transported them to various...
Carol can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"Consider yourself honored and very lucky to get a babysitter like Carol..she is wonderful with my 3 year old twins. They are actually very excited and happy to hear that Carol is coming over to watch them.She has a lot of experience. She is loyal and very...
James M.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
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.
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, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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
4.4
(9)
Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Victoria ! I am 22 years old and attending Quinnipiac University. I am enrolled in the MAT program for elementary education. I have 10+ years of experience working with children from ages one to 13. I began helping and caring for my younger sister, since she is 10 years younger than me. From then, I have branched...
Victoria can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"My 4 year old loving playing with Victoria. She made her lunch, had her own transportation and was kind and friendly."
Christine D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 6 years of experience caring for multiple families' children of all ages. I can help with any duties around the house, schoolwork, pets, and am comfortable with any age child. I also have experience with special needs. I have a car and am able to help with driving or picking up. I am comfortable with cooking and cleaning....
Mackenzie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Mackenzie was kind and patient with my daughter, who loved spending the day with her and can't wait to do it again. "
Melissa L.
Shamsiya I.
East Brunswick, NJ
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...
Shamsiya can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I am writing this review with immense gratitude and appreciation for Sasha who has been an integral part of our family for several years. From infancy to the teenage years, she has played a crucial role in the lives of our children, and her impact has been nothing...
Nida A.
Danielle B.
East Brunswick, NJ
$28/hr • 12 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Need a date night sitter? Babysitter? Help with laundry? Organizing? Light cleaning? Cooking? Meal prep? Errands? Look no further!! I am a fun and energetic individual that will care for your family and home like my own. I'm trustworthy & dependable and ready to tackle those tiresome tasks.. My job is to make your life easier.
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
5.0
"Danielle was able to help us when quite a few possible sitters fell through. She is the first person to care for our daughter who is not a family member. Danielle was able to keep her calm, happy and engaged the entire day. Her communication was prompt and clear...
Angela W.
Nancy K.
Belford, NJ
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time Caregiver For Children Or Elderly, Running Errands, Pickup Or Drop-Off
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been a preschool teacher for 17 years. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I'm looking for part-time jobs. Over the past few years, I have driven children back and forth to school and camp, I have babysat for children before and after school, I was a nanny for 5 years and I enjoy watching little ones forr mom and dad's date...
Nancy can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nancy is awesome! We loved her. She was punctual everyday, and worked with our crazy schedules. We thank her, and if our need ever arises again, she's the first person we would call!"
Tara H.
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, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
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....
Care member
5.0
(9)
I have 20 years of childcare experience. The most recent position was from 9/2023 till 6/2024 I was a babysitter to a 4-year-old girl (who turned 5 in Feb. 24). I picked her up from school, gave her a snack, played with her, took her to dance class on Wednesdays. We went to the park on good weather days or played ball or other...
Joan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Joanie has been extremely dependable with the family she has worked for, for over 10 years. She is devoted and extremely loyal. When you hire Joanie she is "all in". Your family becomes her top priority. Rest assured, Joanie will become your "Go To" person and...
Dawn E.
Shannon B.
Hazlet, NJ
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Pediatric Emergency Room Register Nurse & Previous NICU Nurse/ Experienced Babysitter
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 27-year-old Pediatric Emergency Room Nurse, Was previously a NICU nurse for 5 years. I am in the Bucks County Area! I am CPR/first aid, breastfeeding resource for CHOP hospital & PALS & NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Certified). I have a very long background with newborns, infants, toddlers, early school aged children. This...
Shannon can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Shannon is wonderful! She connected with our kids immediately and they had so much fun with her! She was able to handle a lot of logistics with ease (pick up from school, take to activities, etc.). Will definitely hire her again!"
Jaime M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently working as a paraprofessional for Middletown High School South. . I have three children and a grandson. My step-daughter is 26, my son is 15 and my daughter is 13. I have nannied in the past and love working with children.
5.0
"Jamie cared for my daughter from when she was 5 months to 20 months old while my mother in law (my daughters primary caregiver) went through cancer treatment. Jamie still watches our daughter for date nights. Jamie is flexible, dependable, and cares deeply for my...
Katie U.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always worked with children, I am a Portuguese teacher.
I am certified in CPR.
I speak Portuguese, English and Spanish.
I am a nanny for a long time, I have excellent references and I love working with babies, I am organized, careful, attentive, trustworthy and punctual.
Rosana can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I've had Rosana as my babysitter for 2 months now for a few days of the week and she's excellent. Besides the help that she provides by playing, changing, feeding, and stimulating my 15 mos old baby, she's extremely reliable and trustworthy. I feel completely at...
Mindy K.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Matawan, NJ
Cari P.
5.0
Cari takes care of my 20 month old daughter on a daily basis. She is punctual, flexible & an asset to any family! Cari is warm & caring all around awesome! We love having her as part of our little family!!!
- Allison C.
Carol G.
4.0
Carol babysat my 5 and 3 year old girls after school. She is very sweet, and my kids love her. She is punctual, dependable and trustworthy.
- Maribeth M.
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.
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
Victoria G.
5.0
Victoria was a fantastic sitter for our two boys over the summer. She was prompt, kept the boys busy, and developed a strong rapport with both our 4yo and 8yo. We would hire her again without hesitation.
- Michael B.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Matawan, NJ
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Matawan, NJ?
You can review 7 after school babysitter profiles near you in Matawan, 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 Matawan, NJ?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Matawan, NJ is $18.43. 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 Matawan, 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 Matawan, NJ on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Matawan, 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 Matawan, NJ can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Matawan, 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 Matawan, NJ.