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Alexa A.
Rahway, NJ
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Alexa and I am an experienced babysitter that would love to work for your family! I am a special education elementary school teacher. I have been teaching for 11 yrs, and currently teach Kindergarten and 1st Grade Autism (ABA). I have experience babysitting and working with kids from 2-16 years. I am a graduate of...
Alexa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"This is a very long overdue recommendation, but better late than never! Alexa is a great sitter! From the moment we met, I liked her instantly. She is comfortable and confident in a way that you find in a seasoned teacher. She spoke to my kids, asking them...
Melissa G.
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling
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
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello Families! I have 9 + years of experience with childcare. I worked at several childcare centers:
Tutor time
Goddard school
Primrose
West orange community house
I have experience with ages 6 weeks to 13 years old.
I also have experience being a nanny. My last nanny position was with a family of 5 ( 3kids ages 8, 10,...
Mitchna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Amazing girl, very punctual with timing. Able to keep my children occupied. Always made sure they completed their homework M-F before the end of her shift. I recently moved but i wish i could take her with us.
Very personable.
Overall all amazing girl, great...
John M.
5.0
(1)
Hi everyone, my name is Alissa! I am attending graduate school for speech language pathology and I plan to work in pediatrics. I have 6 years of babysitting children with special needs, children going through a difficult time in their lives and those with speech delays. I have babysay ages 3 to 11 and I truly believe that being...
Alissa can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Alissa has been an invaluable addition to our family, consistently reliable and wonderfully helpful. Our daughter adores her and eagerly anticipates their time together. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking a trustworthy babysitter."
Jonaliza C.
Tatiana C.
Kenilworth, NJ
$24/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as fun, respectful, trustworthy
I like working with kids because they keep you young, days are filled with adventure, and I truly love taking care of others including kids. Making sure they feel loved and safe!
What I mainly look for in a job is that the people I am working for appreciate me and...
Tatiana can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Tatiana was super great!! she took care amazing care of my daughter and she absolutely loved her! Tatiana took her to the park, on little errands and even to the zoo! My daughter would constantly be talking about Tatiana and how much she loves her. She was...
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Theo T.
Cranford, NJ
$27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
EXPERIENCED Nanny available for weekends (Friday, Saturday, Sunday). I'm not looking for a steady weekend job, just an "as needed" job.
Mature, responsible, nurturing, flexible, creative and reliable! I have worked with children from 3 months to 16 years old.
About me: I am a mom to one daughter whom I've raised on my own...
Theo can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Theo is incredibly trustworthy & reliable. Her loving & nurturing ways make her an amazing nanny! She is always attentive to & patient with our children. We highly recommend her. "
Tara M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Esther and I am currently a 22-year-old student at Kean University in Union, NJ. As an older sister, I have always known the responsibilities of taking care of my younger sibling and being in charge of a household from a young age. I have babysat for a family of 2 (7 years old and infant) for the last 7 years and I am...
Esther can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
5.0
"She was punctual, polite, and great with our 1.5 year old son. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
I enjoy working with children very much, through out my experience as a sitter I have learn to understand what is necessary for the Children need.
Rosa can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Claudia and I'm 24 years old. I have 6+ years of paid experience, I've taken care of kids from newborn to 14 years old. I'm very patient and loving, I'm comfortable with taking care of pets, meal prep, and dropping off and picking up from activities. I love play time and I'm good with arts and crafts. I did community...
Claudia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was so sweet and the kids loved her - 18mo & 3yrs. She was attentive to them, changed diapers, gave them snacks and lunch, took them in the backyard and handled nap time like a pro! I will definitely hire her again"
Jennifer J.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
hi my name is Michelle,
I have been a pre-school teacher for 20 years. Over my 20 years of experience I have worked with all children ranging from infants to preschoolers. Due to the age ranges I have worked with my experience includes; changing diapers, preparing meals, creating a fun learning environment, and arts and crafts....
Michelle can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Michelle interviewed for our open nanny position. She was punctual, well mannered, and highly qualified."
Cindy A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a dual degree in Theatre and Psychology with a minor in Childhood Studies from Case Western Reserve University. Children respond very well to me, and I have worked as a part-time nanny for the same family for two years as well as numerous babysitting gigs. I especially enjoy finding age-appropriate outdoor activities that...
Katja can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"Katja is unbelievable. We have hired a number of different sitters through the years (many whom we liked) but we have never experienced anyone that is as thoughtful, attentive, energetic, kind and playful as Katja is with our son. He is in heaven when she is...
Kathleen A.
5.0
(4)
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Katie. I'm a 30-year-old female living and working in Brooklyn. For the past year, I was working at an after-school arts program. Currently I tutor children with special needs in one-to-one settings while I am finishing my masters. I would like to be a teacher/caregiver since I enjoy working with children in a...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name's Janelle and I am fully vaccinated!
I've completed vocational school specialized in early childhood development. Even before enrolling in this course I was caring after children ages 6 months to 10 years old. Anywhere from introducing them to new foods and habits, creating engaging activities, potty training/...
Janelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Janelle is fantastic! She has babysat our two girls (ages 6 and 4) on multiple occasions. She has proven to be responsible, warm and caring as well as thoughtful! While babysitting for us she engaged the kids in fun activities, fed them meals, and managed bedtime....
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Rayane D.
Newark, NJ
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Dear families,
My name is Rayane, I'm 28 years old, and I live in Newark, NJ.
I have worked as a professional nanny for almost 7 years. As a nanny, I bring not only the necessary skills and experience but also a genuine love for nurturing and guiding children through their formative years. My commitment to creating a positive...
Rayane can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She's a hard working employee she's great with people and has a positive attitude"
COREY M.
Charlotte M.
Madison, NJ
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hello! My name is Charlotte. A little bit about me-I started as a mother's helper when I was 11 years old, and since then, have been working with children. I babysat up until college and then after receiving a bachelors degree in art education at the University of Vermont, I became a Lead Teacher for the Infant/toddler program.
Charlotte can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Charlotte is a warm, silly and enthusiastic teacher. I have had the honor of working with her as her assistant teacher. Charlotte knows how to bring a child's interests to the forefront of their day in a way that is creative, artistic and engaging. She is very...
Anna W.
Ariyonnah P.
Newark, NJ
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Ariyonnah, I am 20 years old. I am an ongoing junior in college majoring in childhood education.(switched online ) I have a passion for teaching kids and educating others. I have worked with children as young as two months and as old as 13 years old . I have a pretty large family and many sibling so for years a...
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Ariyonnah to watch my 20 month old daughter during the weekdays and had a great experience. Ariyonnah is caring, kind, reliable, punctual, patient and great with my toddler! Ariyonnah entertained my daughter with engaging arts and crafts, reading books and...
Cassandra O.
Sherese P.
Newark, NJ
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun Loving Childcare Provider Who Loves To Read And Enjoy Outdoor Activities
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a special education teaching. Currently, working with 3rd graders. The past 2 years I taught 2nd grade. Prior to teaching I was a paraprofessional for 7 years. I enjoy working and caring for children. Prior experiences with families includes preparing meal, schedule play dates, assist with homework, and light housekeeping...
Sherese can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sherese is an excellent caregiver. She is punctual, reliable, communicative, caring and responsible. Sherese has a calm, patient and gentle nature. I highly recommend her."
Alexandra G.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
From 1995-2000, I was a stay at home mom with my son for five years. I taught him to read and write.
From 2001-2007, I worked at an elementary school as a teacher's aide.
From 2007-2008, I worked at a daycare center as a teacher and caretaker of 2 to 3-year-old toddlers.
From 2008-2011, I worked at a preschool as a teacher and...
Indrani can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Indrani has been with my family for several years. I highly recommend her! She is reliable, dependable, more than punctual (usually early in fact), a good driver who has taken my kids to school and after school activities without any issues, and trustworthy. My...
MIRIAM J.
5.0
(23)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Please read my profile before contacting me. Serious inquires only. $30 hour and up
Currently seeking :
* Pet sitting in your home.
* Occasional sitting weekend/overnights
*Travel Nanny w Passport and local events (weddings etc.)
My Early Educator as a teaching assistant, began 2007 to 2012 ages 2 to 5 y. o
Promoted to Lead...
Autumn can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Great with kids. They had a fun time."
Ben B.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Short Hills, NJ
Alexa A.
5.0
This is a very long overdue recommendation, but better late than never! Alexa is a great sitter! From the moment we met, I liked her instantly. She is comfortable and confident in a way that you find in a seasoned teacher. She spoke to my kids, asking them questions in a natural, easy way. I knew...
- Melissa G.
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.
Mitchna J.
5.0
Mimi took care of my infant daughter for a few months. She was responsible, caring, and followed the schedule I gave her. Highly recommend her!
- Joy W.
Alissa W.
5.0
Alissa has been an invaluable addition to our family, consistently reliable and wonderfully helpful. Our daughter adores her and eagerly anticipates their time together. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking a trustworthy babysitter.
- Jonaliza C.
Tatiana C.
5.0
Tatiana was super great!! she took care amazing care of my daughter and she absolutely loved her! Tatiana took her to the park, on little errands and even to the zoo! My daughter would constantly be talking about Tatiana and how much she loves her. She was extremely helpful around the house as well!...
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Short Hills, NJ
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Short Hills, NJ?
You can review 5 after school babysitter profiles near you in Short Hills, 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 Short Hills, NJ?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Short Hills, NJ is $20.20. 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 Short Hills, 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 Short Hills, NJ on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Short Hills, 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 Short Hills, NJ can really come in handy.
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