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After school babysitters in Metuchen, NJ

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Mara T.


Metuchen, NJ

$20-30/hr

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I have over 10 plus years of experience caring for children/youth as a babysitter, caregiver and after school enrichment coordinator.
Mara can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Brenda U.


Metuchen, NJ

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! I am a very reliable and patient, person who has approximately 10 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. im also a mother of two. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. With all experience, I'm able to provide a...
Brenda can also help with: Light cleaning
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Briel C.


Metuchen, NJ

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

I'm passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children. With five years of childcare experience, and 4 years of teaching experience, I'm a reliable and enthusiastic caregiver for up to four children, ranging from newborns to preteens. I prioritize open communication with parents, following their preferred methods...
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Olivia W.


Metuchen, NJ

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic And Knowledgeable About Autism (RBT)

I have 10 years of babysitting experience, 7 years of professional paid work with children, and 7 years of experience working with kids with autism ages 2-18. I completed my BS in Communication Sciences and Disorders at the University of Vermont. My post-grad work experience includes 1. 5 years of working as a therapist in an...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Bridget C.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

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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: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, 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.

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Lisa F.


East Brunswick, NJ

$20/hr5 yrs exp

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
"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.

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Petra B.


Highland Park, NJ

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Baby Sitter Have My Own Child Personal Experience

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
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Cindy T.


Somerset, NJ

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Cindy, I'm a junior at Rutgers University. I love kids and I'm looking to find a nice family to help out whenever needed. I have experience working at a daycare center for 2 years and I have volunteered at elementary schools after care programs. I also have 4 of years experience babysitting through Care. com! I...
Cindy can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Cindy was amazing to have around. Our children tend to be shy that wasn't the case with Cindy. She was engaging and made their time together fun. She's punctual, responsible, and very respectful. We hope to use her again in the near future."

Yariela A.

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Rebecca M.


Edison, NJ

$18-40/hr8 yrs exp

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, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Rebecca is loving, caring and attentive. Anyone (human or animal!) will be in good hands with Rebecca!"

Anna B.

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Emma F.


Westfield, NJ

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Fun And Friendly Babysitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there, I'm Emma! I am a recent graduate from NYU where I studied dance and psychology. This past school year, I worked at an after school program in Brooklyn teaching dance to 4-5-year-olds. Given the current state of uncertainty we live in, I have moved out of Manhattan and back home with my loving parents in Westfield, NJ....
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"Emma helped me and my family in a pinch this summer. She was so energetic and a calming presence when things were a bit crazy! She brought games with her and my 4yr old adored her. She was also great with my twin, 1yr old boys! Thanks Emma!"

Kerry J.

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Emma M.


Rahway, NJ

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Seasoned Sitter Looking For Work Asap

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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Very friendly, great with kids, trustworthy."

Dana A.

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Joe L.


Cranford, NJ

$10-25/hr7 yrs exp

Engaging Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've been a passionate camp counselor and Care. com babysitter for over 7 years. I have First Aid/CPR certification, college education in child development, and a BS degree from Rowan University. I have babysat for three families through care. com over the past year. I drove the kids to and from school and activities, prepared...
Joe can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Joe was very professional and kind when meeting our child and proved to be an excellent communicator while we were out. There was no fuss when we returned, and our kids had a good time with him as well!"

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Jordyn V.


Staten Island, NY

$17-25/hr6 yrs exp

Loving And Fun Caregiver

Hello ! My name is Jordyn. I am 23 years old. I have been a resident of Staten Island my whole life. I am a compassionate, loving, and responsible. I live and breath childhood development. I received my bachelors in psychology in 2018, and I am currently pursuing my masters in social work. I have over six years of experience...
Jordyn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kelly R.


South Amboy, NJ

$34/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Sitter With A LOT Of Experience.

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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
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."

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Samantha L.


Somerset, NJ

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Need A Babysitter? I'm Your Gal!

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a second grade teacher in Somerville, NJ, but live in Somerset. I love kids, I have been working with them for years and would love to meet you and your lovely family and help out in any way I can. . I was a lifeguard for 6 years, have my Master's Degree, and have experience in Customer Service and Childcare. My...
Samantha can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

4.0
"Samantha is a lovely person who is always trying to help out I am very grateful for her."

Care member

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Coco B.


Cranford, NJ

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Homeschool Teacher/Tutor/Child Care Provider

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi everyone! Teaching and caring for children is both my passion and my purpose. Working as an Elementary School Teacher for the past 7 years, plus over 10 years of childcare experience has opened my eyes and heart to children's needs-- academically, socially, and emotionally. I absolutely love what I do and wish to broaden...
Coco can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"I feel incredibly lucky and happy to have met Coco. From the moment she stepped into my home, her consulting brought a sense of clarity and warmth that I desperately needed. I felt blocked, as if I knew nothing, with no search results or AI that could truly guide...

Natali E.

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Shamsiya I.


East Brunswick, NJ

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"After an accident I had surgery on my knee and I should have to hired someone as a companion. I found Shamsiya who cared of me about 2 years on weekends from Friday to Monday. She helped me to transport to and from hospital, organize my mailbox, prepare meals,...

Care member

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Rachel K.


Plainfield, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Looking For Full-Time

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:

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.

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Sofia H.


Edison, NJ

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

Sofia From Edison NJ

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Sofia and I am a 23-year-old graduate student at Rutgers University. I graduated from TCNJ with a BS in Elementary Education. I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old. I am a certified babysitter through the Red Cross program and am CPR certified. I have experience with infants and am comfortable with...
Sofia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She was awesome. Very good with our little guy."

Sarah F.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love caring for children. I used to take care of my neighbor's kids for three years, and I became close to them like my siblings.
Folasade can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Folasade is very sweet and dependable."

Rebecca P.

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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Metuchen, NJ

Bridget C.

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 - please come back :)

- Amrita I.

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.

Cindy T.

5.0

If I could rate her above a 5, I would !! Extremely dependable, patient and responsible. Cindy has been helping babysit our son for almost 3 years now and honestly we couldn’t be more grateful. She makes an effort to actually do some fun activities with him , sometimes help him with school work...

- Ashwaty M.

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.

Emma F.

5.0

Emma helped me and my family in a pinch this summer. She was so energetic and a calming presence when things were a bit crazy! She brought games with her and my 4yr old adored her. She was also great with my twin, 1yr old boys! Thanks Emma!

- Kerry J.

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