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After school babysitters in Ridgefield Park, NJ
Jailene P.
Ridgefield Park, NJ
$24-27/hr • 4 yrs exp
My experience as a morning and after-school teacher/director for Work family connection has allowed me to manage groups of kids as large 30+, all ranging from pre-school to 7th grade. (I to this day babysit some of the kids.)
I also have experience in the food industry with safe-food handling training. I consider myself an...
Jailene can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hello! My name is maryastel my whole life I have been caring for kids. Ever since I was a little girl I always used to be the one to watch all the kids and I loved it! Now as an adult I have 5 plus years of babysitting. I am a very responsible, loving, and caring person. I really enjoy creating crafts&arts with the kids and let...
Maryastel can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jizabell R.
Ridgefield Park, NJ
$30-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
As a natural caregiver with over a year of experience, I've discovered my passion for supporting families and making a positive impact on the lives of children. I'm patient and calm, and I believe in clear communication with parents, using their preferred method, whether it's verbal updates at pickup or regular texts or phone...
Little about me: My personality is caring, trustworthy, and fun. My love for children fills me with pride in being a part of their first milestones, such as their first sleep training, first walking step, potty training, first words, and so on. I eagerly seek a job with parents who value open communication and trust. I am not...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Sajeeda C.
Ridgefield Park, NJ
$45/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a reliable, positive and energetic educator who loves working with children of all ages. I've been watching children as long as I can remember, I am the middle child of 7 children and I have 10 amazing nieces and nephews that I constantly watch and enjoy watching them grow. Professionally, I've interned at the Howard Middle...
Sajeeda can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Hello! I have two years experience as a teacher's assistant in a center for early childhood development. This means that I got to work with children of all ages, starting from 6 weeks to 6 years. I specialize in preschoolers and excel in classroom management- as a result I can easily manage multiple children at a time. I was...
Skills:
Early Education
Stephanie G.
Paterson, NJ
$18-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
As a childcare provider, my passion lies in nurturing the growth and development of young minds. My journey with babysitting began at 17 as an occasional date night sitter, then evolving into part-time nanny. I was responsible for a family of four boys during my college sophomore year and currently I still work with multiple...
Stephanie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Stephanie is great with communication. She always checking in and very understanding with my accommodations."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
- Hello! I'm Nicole! I'm currently a Head Teacher at Vivvi and a former Special Education Kindergarten teacher. I have 9+ years of experience working with children in a variety of different backgrounds.
- Experience: I have 4 years experience as a Kindergarten grade team lead at Success Academy Charter Schools. Prior to that, I...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"We absolutely Loved Nicole! She was really nice, patient and understanding with the baby. She was also flexible with the schedule. We are heartbroken that she had to leave!
Wishing her all the best for future endeavors. "
Sameer T.
5.0
(2)
Hi there! I'm a graduate student with part time availability to care for your child(ren). I have extensive experience as an NYC babysitter, teacher and tutor for children ages 2 through 13 with an emphasis on creative education for little ones and after school homework help for older kids. I worked as an after school counselor...
Mara can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I interviewed Mara both on the phone and in person. You couldn't ask for a more experienced and thoughtful caregiver for small children in NYC! As I told my husband, I'd have zero worries while our kids were with Mara - safety-conscious, fun, and educational....
Joan R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I've been working with children grade pre-k to 12 for a few years. I babysat since high school. I was also a substitute teacher for 2 years. I'm very comfortable with children of all ages and can keep them entertained. I will also make sure your child is always in a safe and comfortable environment. If your child needs to be...
Medina can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Medina is wonderful! She’s been babysitting our 2.5-year-old son twice a week for the past 4 months, and he loves playing with her. She’s reliable, punctual, caring, and trustworthy. The two of them are constantly reading, playing, laughing, and having fun...
Christina W.
5.0
(33)
Hired by 31 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Sandra, and I am 28 years old from the Bronx, New York. Growing up, I knew I wanted to work with children. In high school, I volunteered at my local church teaching children's church from ages 2-6 years old. Throughout my four years of high school, I was part of a puppet team. I was a clown visiting different...
Sandra can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Sandra babysits our 8 month old and occasionally our 2 year old on a recurring basis. She is incredibly communicative, always proactively posting us on our children and making sure we are confirmed for certain dates. She is engaged, positive, loving and responsible...
Sue L.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Gisselle. I live in Belleville, NJ. I was a public school teacher for 5 years and have been working at a private school in Nutley for two years. I am a fourth grade teacher. I am available after school hours and on weekends as a tutor or as a babysitter. Feel free to message or email me.
Gisselle can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
(8)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have more than 10 years experience working with children. I have worked one-on-one and with groups of children infants-teens. I've had multiple stable jobs with different families with whom I've developed strong, permanent relationships with. I have experience working in an elementary after-school program. I own my own vehicle...
Trevarna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
5.0
"I would highly recommend Trevarna, she is fun and reliable and does an amazing job of taking care of the kids and keeping them entertained. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi, In addition to English, I speak fluent Portuguese, and I speak Spanish very well. I have a younger sibling that I babysit, and regularly help her with her homework, she's also learning Portuguese and Spanish from me. I help make meals for her, and we have a great time playing together. Our mother has a chronic illness (MS),...
Falasha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Falasha was responsive, inquired about my son's routine and followed it, sent me updates and asked questions, and was also very kind. My son felt comfortable from the moment he met her and we had a positive experience working together. "
Bailey O.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Delphine and I'm currently a college student at Sarah Lawrence College studying to get my Bachelors degree with a focus on Developmental Psychology and Music. I am 21 years old and have been babysitting since the age of 14. I have since babysat for over 4 separate families and love working with kids!
On top of...
Delphine can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Delphine was simply incredible with my super high-energy son. She played along with all of his silliness but made sure he stayed safe. She was reliable, responsive, and a pleasure to work with. We will absolutely hire her again any time she is available!"
Jessica L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a reliable and patient sitter/nanny with 4 years of experience. While nannying my responsibilities included cooking, transportation to after school clubs, supervision of online classes and assignments, and creative playtime. I have a background in performing - specifically in children's theatre- which has given me...
Sedona can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
5.0
"Sedona was great with our 4 year old. She had the energy to keep up and never raised her voice when the little one would act out. I appreciated how she would fold in educational activities that we wanted our daughter to focus on. I would definitely recommend her to...
Sofya A.
Jackie P.
Dumont, NJ
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm Jackie. I am grateful to have raised such well-rounded, kind and mature young adults. As a mother, I have many years of experience raising my own children as well as providing child care for family and friends. I am a very punctual and reliable person as well as responsible and caring. I have a brand new minivan and can...
Jackie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jackie is an amazing, warm, nice and reliable person. She is very understanding and patient and all of our kids loved being with her. She is very trustworthy and kind and we felt very comfortable having her help with our kids. She’s an excellent driver and always...
Care member
5.0
(1)
My name is Nanique I am 33 years of age born and raised in the United Kingdom. I currently reside in Bloomfield, NJ. I have several years of experience babysitting where I developed an exceptional expertise in looking after children of all ages. I am very passionate about everything I do, & do all things for a purpose. I Work in...
Nanique can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Nanique has accumulated her knowledge and understanding of children through work and hands on experience with other families. She truly understands what it means to be not only a teacher/ aid but also to be a friend who provides honest feedback and positive...
Petra M.
Trucquan D.
Hackensack, NJ
$25-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I have been working with kids of all ages my whole career. Currently, I'm a full time nanny for a sweet toddler after leaving a nannyshare. I have experiences at a k-8 school as well as an outdoor summer camp for 3+ years. Outside of these hours, I babysit for many different families that need assistance and I hope I can...
Trucquan can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We’ve been fortunate to have Margaret in our lives for over two years, specifically helping care for both our infants into toddlerhood in two separate nanny shares. We can say, without a shadow of a doubt, that bringing her on would be the right decision for you...
Care member
Abigail D.
New York, NY
$18-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been babysitting for years and have been my family's babysitter for even longer. I've also worked with kids as a camp counselor, at a children's theater program, tutoring, as an after school teacher, and spent the last school year teaching a museum based program to grades 1, 3, and 5.
I love kids and am fully...
Abigail can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Abigail was so great with our toddler. She babysat him on several occasions for date nights and did such a fantastic job with him. She listened clearly to and followed any instructions we gave her, she always showed up right on time, and she was so respectful and...
Sara H.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Ridgefield Park, NJ
Stephanie G.
5.0
She is an amazing nanny who took care of my two kids, ages 2 and 5. She was so sweet and very prepared. She brought some coloring books and crayons. Also she stayed in touch with me via text to let me know that my children were doing well throughout the day. She was prompt, flexible, knowledgeable,...
- Care member
Nicole W.
5.0
We absolutely Loved Nicole! She was really nice, patient and understanding with the baby. She was also flexible with the schedule. We are heartbroken that she had to leave!
Wishing her all the best for future endeavors.
- Sameer T.
Mara C.
5.0
I interviewed Mara both on the phone and in person. You couldn't ask for a more experienced and thoughtful caregiver for small children in NYC! As I told my husband, I'd have zero worries while our kids were with Mara - safety-conscious, fun, and educational. She's highly educated and knows a lot...
- Joan R.
Medina P.
5.0
Medina is wonderful! She’s been babysitting our 2.5-year-old son twice a week for the past 4 months, and he loves playing with her. She’s reliable, punctual, caring, and trustworthy. The two of them are constantly reading, playing, laughing, and having fun together. I never have to worry when he’s...
- Christina W.
Sandra G.
5.0
Sandra babysits our 8 month old and occasionally our 2 year old on a recurring basis. She is incredibly communicative, always proactively posting us on our children and making sure we are confirmed for certain dates. She is engaged, positive, loving and responsible with the kids, always playing and...
- Sue L.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Ridgefield Park, NJ
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Ridgefield Park, NJ?
You can review 6 after school babysitter profiles near you in Ridgefield 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 Ridgefield Park, NJ?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Ridgefield Park, NJ is $32.00. 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 Ridgefield 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 Ridgefield Park, NJ on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Ridgefield 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 Ridgefield Park, NJ can really come in handy.
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