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60 after school babysitters are listed in Rockaway Park, NY
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 15 years
After school babysitters in Rockaway Park, NY
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I used to babysit from 2004-2011 back home professionally in The Berkshires. Then I got a job in Manhattan & couldn't do it anymore. Now that I am older & have a car I can make it work again. I miss the kids... they are grown & so are my nieces, and I don't have any of my own just yet. Although, I do watch my friends kids! I...
Natalie can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
5.0
"Natalie is attentive and always on time! She kept our son entertained and away from video games / TV. "
Care member
Nate L.
Brooklyn, NY
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Nate and I've been working with children my entire adult life! I got my start working at a camp counselor from the age of 13. Since then I've been babysitting, giving music lessons, and tutoring children of all ages.
In 2019 I obtained my BS from SUNY New Paltz for jazz performance. Music is my passion and childcare...
Nate can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Nate to pick up our kids from school daily and entertain them in the afternoons. He has been working for us for over two years and has provided wonderful support and a warm environment for our kids (ages 4 & 7), who adore him. He is patient, kind, and fun!"
Kathryn W.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Rachel, I am looking for work after recently moving to the city. I currently hold my MA in Education and BA in English.
I have been working with children in and out of a school context for the past 4 years and am comfortable with any age! I worked as a high school English teacher for three years and have...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Rachel has regularly looked after our 2 year old son for the past 6 months and has been terrific. She is full of energy and engages our son in lots of fun activities. If I'm home, I can hear how energetic she is with him, and how delighted he is to play with her....
Sarah D.
5.0
(4)
Greek woman who moved to Maryland, with a lot of experience in children, but mostly newborns and up to two or 3 years old from twins to triplets. My experience is measured in many years and in addition I am also a mother of three children and three grandchildren. I can help you the way you need as a mother who needs help from a...
Kleopatra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kleopatra took care of our boys for almost 5 years. We all adore her and she is now family to us. She is consistently punctual (often early!), loving and caring towards the boys, and is a fantastic cook. Our boys are now healthy teenagers who love Greek food. We...
Care member
4.2
(15)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hey! I have been living in Crown Heights since 2011. I am college education with some of my elementary education degree done.
I've been nannying and sitting around Brooklyn for 7 years now. During the pandemic the family I work for fled the city and I went home to New Jersey to stay safe until they returned after the stay at...
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Kate was a wonderful asset to our family during the time she worked with us. She has a great rapport with kids and my daughter always looked forward to her days with Kate. She was incredibly helpful and reliable with school pickups, extracurricular, and was happy...
Brittany R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have six years of experience. At the moment, I am studying early childhood education at Brooklyn College. Since I was a high school student, I have worked with children. I used to look after my relatives and nieces even while I was in primary school. I've always known I wanted to work with children, and I'm glad I still have...
Disha can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"To whom it may concern,
I am writing to express my utmost gratitude and heartfelt recommendation for Disha P as an extraordinary provider for my daughter. As a mother whose daughter has been under her care for the past 2 years, I have been continually amazed by the...
Care member
Elane L.
Brooklyn, NY
$17-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
More Than 15 Years Experience Sitter/Nanny Seeking Part-Time/Full-Time
5.0
(3)
A young women who's passionate about kids. I do have 2 of my own and I am married. I have many years of experience (T. A , Fostering, Tutoring, etc). I like outings, I can keep your child/children engaged. I read, play and also teach your child the fundamentals that he/she needs.
I am seeking a part-time or a full-time...
Elane can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"She is always ready and treat her child as if it were her own, which is my favorite things about her. No problem with cooking for our children on our date nights are awesome. She saves me a lot!"
Denzel W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Grace, I have been babysitting/nannying all ages for about 9 years! My work schedule has me out by 3 p.m. Monday - Friday making me available to help out with any after school care or weekend support you need! In the past I've coached 5th/6th and 7th/8th grade rec league basketball for 2 seasons and helped at a...
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Grace worked with us for years and I would recommend her to absolutely ANYONE! She is reliable, fun, dependable, and has strong morals. She even did multiple overnights with the girls and drove them everywhere. I just wish she still lived close by. WE MISS HER!"
Samantha H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Sammie,
I love to laugh, walk everywhere & have fun. I'm very patient, lively, gentle but stern, & reliable individual who works efficiently to maintain a pleasant & stimulating environment for satisfaction of the social & physical needs of children.
At the age of 15 and 16 l worked at St. John's recreation center...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sammie was wonderful. She listened to our requests and was extremely attentive to our son. We’re really happy to have welcomed her into our home."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
For the past two years, I taught in DCPS as a second and third grade teacher. I have my Master's in Elementary Education and Special Education from Johns Hopkins University. Prior to that, I graduated from Washington University in St. Louis with a degree in Education.
PRIOR EXPERIENCE: I have 12 years in childcare and...
Gwen can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gwen is incredibly responsible, sweet, friendly, and engaging! Our girls had a blast playing with Gwen and barely noticed we were gone. :) Gwen was punctual, respectful, and asked great questions about our schedule, preferences, routine, etc. She was very kind...
Kristen D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm a friendly, caring, and responsible person who has had experience working and volunteering with children in many different environments. I have volunteered with Kindergarten and preschool age children at church, worked at an after-school program for children ages 7-21 with different disabilities, babysat 2 boys ages 3...
Rebekah can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Rebekah is very punctual and responsible! She is great with my daughter and I'm so happy I found a trustworthy and reliable babysitter!!"
Michelle B.
Alaina T.
Brooklyn, NY
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Alaina, but I only go by Ai(: Im currently taking a pause from my corporate life to work on my art and am looking for a part time gig!
I was a sitter throughout high school and a nanny through college. I also worked in the infant toddler center, and studied childhood development. I graduated from Vassar...
Alaina can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alaina is professional, intelligent, patient and kind. She was great with our baby boy and we look forward to working with her in the future."
Care member
Kathleen B.
Brooklyn, NY
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Kathleen, and I moved to the city from Ohio a few years ago! As the oldest of three siblings, babysitting was a given in my household growing up. Later, I babysat for family friends and relatives in high school. I'm a professional dancer, and I have been teaching ballet for students of all ages for over...
Kathleen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kathleen is dependable and great with kids."
Steve W.
5.0
(2)
My name is Mariel, I am a 23-year-old full time college student. I am the oldest child of 5 children in total, with plenty of experience babysitting my younger siblings.
For two consecutive summer's I was a teacher aide in a daycare (Hanson Place Daycare) with the 2-year-old group. Where I was facilitating large group playing...
Mariel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Mariel was very helpful with helping my two children ages 7, and 10 with their online learning. She also cooked meals that they loved and kept them entertained for the evening."
Isis D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Aminah I am a 26-year-old NJ native living in NYC currently looking for a full time caregiver position with a family where I can utilize my skills & build long term relationships in a personal/professional setting. I am caring, adaptable, hardworking, & passionate about the kids I work with. I can ensure...
Aminah can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Aminah radiates such positive energy, and always came to work in a good mood. She's attentive, charismatic, and found great ways to get the kids engaged in outdoor activities and off of the electronics! She is the perfect candidate for any childcare position."
Stefanie D.
5.0
(4)
I am very experienced and passionate about children. I have worked with children 6 weeks and older. I have previous work history as a paraprofessionals, nanny/babysitter, dance teacher and after school/camp counselor throughout NYC. I have compassion and empathy and a lot of experience working with children with disabilities (i....
Shana can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
CNA
5.0
"The best sitter I've ever had hands down. I have 5 children under the age of 8 & they all love her. I have no worries when she is around. She shows up on time, she is dependable, trustworthy, attentive and tidy. I would recommend her to ANYONE who is looking for...
Natalie F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Working with and caring for children has always been a passion of mine. I take pride in the privilege of fostering and encouraging their social, physical, and emotional growth. I am currently a 3rd grade teacher in a NYC public school. For 10+ years, I have worked with children, aged infant through school-aged in several...
Tarissa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Fabulous sitter who kept my 19 month old happy, healthy, and engaged! Would definitely hire again."
Julie G.
5.0
(1)
I am a master's student, attending Berklee NYC. I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old. In the past few years, I have grown my childcare experience greatly. I was a counselor for 3 years, before being promoted to run the before and after school programs at a local elementary school, and eventually moving into a teen...
Abby can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Abby is an absolute unicorn of a sitter! Safety and wellbeing is her absolute priority. She is wonderful at managing multiple children of various ages. She cared for my 4 kids, following our routines and connecting with them each on a developmentally appropriate...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience caring for infants, toddlers, and elementary school kids, have two younger brothers who I helped look after, and helped entertain at family friends' birthday parties. I work otherwise in the medical field (though don't see too many patients - don't worry, no big COVID exposure concerns) and have previous CPR...
Katherine can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Katherine has been looking after our daughter for the past month now and has been so wonderful. She is super engaging and O. loves playing with her. Would definitely recommend to other families."
Clare R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced childcare provider based near in Brooklyn, , and would attribute my passion for childcare to my close relationship with my younger siblings. I started babysitting for special-needs families at the age of 15, and have continued my career in childcare ever since. full time and part-time, with experience in...
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"I was Jessica's martial arts instructor for nearly a decade. During that time she was a regular part of our Coaching Assistant staff. Jessica was great with working with students of all ages, but particularly shined when working with the younger students (ages...
Jose J.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Rockaway Park, NY
Natalie A.
5.0
Natalie is a very hands on caregiver! She goes above and beyond to plan fun activities with the kids and is genuinely excited to see the children she watches every time. She has proven herself as dependable, responsible, trustworthy and caring. As a mom of 3 I understand how hard it is to let go of...
- Care member
Nate L.
5.0
We hired Nate to pick up our kids from school daily and entertain them in the afternoons. He has been working for us for over two years and has provided wonderful support and a warm environment for our kids (ages 4 & 7), who adore him. He is patient, kind, and fun!
- Kathryn W.
Rachel M.
5.0
Rachel has regularly looked after our 2 year old son for the past 6 months and has been terrific. She is full of energy and engages our son in lots of fun activities. If I'm home, I can hear how energetic she is with him, and how delighted he is to play with her.
Rachel is extremely reliable,...
- Sarah D.
Kleopatra K.
5.0
Kleopatra came into our lives when our son was about 6 weeks old. She is extremely experienced with newborn care and took care of our son until he was about 4 months old and we had to move out of the state. She is always on time and very respectful. She integrated seamlessly into our family. We wish...
- Care member
Katherine C.
5.0
Kate was perfect for our family. She was always ready to do something fun and creative with them, but also made sure that homework was done and their behavior was exactly what we would expect from them even when we weren't there. She's fun without being a pushover which is exactly what my kids...
- Kathryn B.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Rockaway Park, NY
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Rockaway Park, NY?
You can review 2 after school babysitter profiles near you in Rockaway Park, NY 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 Rockaway Park, NY?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Rockaway Park, NY is $22.50. 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 Rockaway Park, NY?
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 Rockaway Park, NY on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Rockaway Park, NY 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 Rockaway Park, NY can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Rockaway Park, NY?
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 Rockaway Park, NY.