Find Trusted After School Child Care Near Me in Highlands, NJ
We have 60 after school child care in Highlands, NJ! Compare and hire the best after school child care to fit your needs.
Find after school child care in Highlands, NJ that you’ll love
60 after school child care are listed in Highlands, NJ
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby after school child care is 8 years
After school child care in Highlands, NJ
5.0
(1)
I have looked after children for family members since I was a teenager, but have more recently nannied for a family with two children (currently ages six and two) for the past six years. As a former tutor, I am also able to help children with homework after school!
Jendayi can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"Jendayi is a gem. She is extremely reliable and keeps my girls engaged and happy. My daughters absolutely love her and never want her to leave. I recommend her 100%! "
Crystal R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Hannah, and I live in Brooklyn! I'm 27 years old and originally from Delaware. I have two cats which I adore and love showing photos to anyone who asks!
As for my professional experience in working with children, I have been working at a preschool on the UWS for the last 6 years. The age group we work with start at...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hannah was so great as a last minute half-day sitter for our almost-2 year old! He is a little slow to warm in general, but he liked Hannah from the jump--she figured out his interests quickly, spent lots of time outside with him (his fave), and paid lots of...
Jessica B.
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:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello Parents! I'm new to this website & I'm super excited to work independently with families, after working with an organization that provides after-school care for children K-5.
My methodology in childcare incorporates a balance between discipline and having fun, I found that this helps children learn proper ways of healthy...
Makaela can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I chose to work with Mikaela because during our initial meeting I could tell she had a calming and polite demeanor, and as a result, my infant child responded really well to her. Since our time working together, Mikaela has been wonderful, reliable and easy to...
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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
(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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Disha was with our family as a caregiver from when our daughter was 5 Months old until 1.5 years, until we moved out of state. Having worked with our family for over a year.
Disha has proven to be both dependable and hard-working.
Disha went above and beyond in her...
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello :D , my name is Alayjia, I'm 29 years old :). To start, I have over 10 years of work experience with infants and school aged children from leading after school classrooms, being a paraprofessional, assisting teachers and my latest experience is Nannying/ back up in home care. My most recent position with the Anthony family...
Alayjia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We highly recommend Alayjia as a babysitter. She was fantastic with our son, engaging him with creative games and ensuring a safe, fun environment. She’s truly a dependable and delightful caregiver."
Care member
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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
(3)
Hi! My name is Rebecca and I am an elementary school teacher. I love working with children and I have taught in classrooms with students in pre-k through 5th grade. I have lots of experience working with children in after school programs, summer camps and tutoring. I have also cared for and babysat my family members when they...
5.0
"Rebecca is a very responsible, mature, thoughtful, and caring young woman. Your loved ones will be in her very capable hands."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Vivienne. I am a Brooklyn-based certified first grade teacher with Teach for America. I graduated from Fordham last year and am currently earning my Master's in education. During the weekdays, I am the homeroom teacher for 20 wonderful students at a public charter!
I am looking to become your go-to date night...
Vivienne can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Vivienne has been filling in while our regular nanny is out on parental leave and she has been WONDERFUL. She is primarily taking care of our 1yo and 4yo and is equally patient and kind with each of them (and the 4yo is tough). She's on-time, helpful, and just a...
Michelle S.
Mahkiya G.
Brooklyn, NY
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Mahkiya. I have my degree in Psychology. I started babysitting when I was in middle school, all through high school, and still now. I was a live in nanny for two boys in 2018 to 2020. The pandemic is the reason I moved out to be with my mom through quarantine. My main duties were to get them ready for school, drop/pick...
Mahkiya can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mahkiya was great with the kids. They loved playing games and hanging out with her. Shes down to earth, responsible and fun. Perfect sitter material :)"
Care member
Danielette J.
Brooklyn, NY
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Fun And Creative Sitter That Loves Arts And Crafts, Playing Outdoors, And Video Games!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I have 9 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I have two younger brothers and have experience as an after school teachers aid, camp counselor, and occasional babysitter. I often baby sit for my aunt who has two kids, one age 5 and one age 8.
Danielette can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Dani was prompt, kind and engaging with our son. She confidently followed our instructions for bedtime and the next day our son said he had a great time playing with her. I would definitely hire Dani again. "
Care member
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning
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.
Filomena S.
Brooklyn, NY
$18-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Filomena. I live in the Brooklyn Bensonhurst-Bay Ridge area. I'm a mother & a grandmother. I've cared for children as young as newborn & up. I've worked in schools as a girl scout leader, also in an after school program. I'm currently seeking a babysitting job within my local area, full-time or part-time,...
Filomena can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Filomena is an angel on earth. She loved my son tirelessly and treated him with the best care I could hope for. We would still be with Filomena but I moved out of Brooklyn this past month. My son misses her so much! I am a public school teacher and while I was with...
Diana G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a positive, responsible, efficient, creative, caring, patient, and punctual individual that will treat your children as my own. I have a 3-year-old stepdaughter that I absolutely adore, and have been caring for children of family and friends for a few years. Your children will be safe and well looked after under my care. I...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mary worked as my nanny for about a year taking care of my 6 month old daughter at the time. She is sweet, trustworthy, and punctual. It was clear that that they both enjoyed the time they spent together.
Any family would be lucky and fortunate to have her on...
Nadia M.
Julia L.
Brooklyn, NY
$28/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
As a creative, bubbly, and optimistic caregiver with five years of experience, my passion lies in early childhood education. I've worked in Montessori and provided after-school care, but being a caregiver allows me to educate children in a more personalized way.
My warm, calm nature and friendly demeanor make me approachable to...
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She took care of my two kids. My toddler liked her."
Jocelyn C.
Brocha M.
Brooklyn, NY
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm Brocha.
As the oldest of 8 children, I have been babysitting, changing diapers, and playing with kids and babies for as long as I can remember.
For the past 7 years, I have been working with adults and children with special needs. I currently assist 2 wonderful little boys with ASD after school. I take them off their...
Brocha can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Brocha is kind, loving, reliable and great with children. My kids love her and beg to have her over all the time. "
Sarah M.
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
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.
5.0
(2)
Hi, I have years of experience working with youth ages 3 months -18. I worked at the Boys and Girls club, various after-school programs, and an LGBTQ homeless youth shelter. I have worked as a facilitator for a support group with transgender children at the Philadelphia Children's Hospital. I started babysitting and becoming a...
Josslynn can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Josslynn provided childcare for my son from 6 months until he was a year old, so she worked with him through lots of milestones, was flexible, fun, and patient. I feel very lucky that she was there for my little one through his first year:)"
Judy S.
4.9
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a 30-year-old female currently working as a full time nanny of 5. I've worked with kids since I was 14 years old. Also, I come from a family of 5 in which I am the second mom. I am very responsible, hard working, dedicated and love to be around children. I attended New York City College of Technology in which obtained my...
Jaclyn can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Jaclyn is a very caring person who loves kids. She does her best to make sure they are well taken care of. "
Tianna H.
Showing 41 - 60 of 60
Most recent reviews for after school child care in Highlands, NJ
Jendayi L.
5.0
Jendayi is a gem. She is extremely reliable and keeps my girls engaged and happy. My daughters absolutely love her and never want her to leave. I recommend her 100%!
- Crystal R.
Hannah D.
5.0
Hannah was so great as a last minute half-day sitter for our almost-2 year old! He is a little slow to warm in general, but he liked Hannah from the jump--she figured out his interests quickly, spent lots of time outside with him (his fave), and paid lots of attention/talked to him about lots of...
- Jessica B.
Jessica C.
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 3-7).
- Jose J.
Makaela M.
5.0
We are so grateful to have found Makaela to help take care of our baby (4 months old when Makaela started) and are very sad to see her move away! She is super reliable and very kind and caring towards our baby girl (who loves her). She has also been wonderful with helping her get better at tummy...
- 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.
Additional After School Child Care Services
After School Child Care Articles
14 Women’s History Month activities for kids that teach and empower
March 3rd, 2025 There’s more to March than wintery weather and St. Patrick’s Day. The month is also when we celebrate Women’s History Month, and it’... Read more
How to get CPR and first-aid certified
March 27th, 2024 It’s not fun to think about emergencies. But as much as you hope they’ll never happen, you do have to be prepared. CPR and first-aid are things ... Read more
Best exercises for kids (ages 5-12 years old)
February 12th, 2025 Kids need designated time each day to get out their wiggles and bump their heartbeats up a notch. According to the ... Read more
International Women’s Day for kids: How to explain the holiday to children of all ages
February 27th, 2025 Try this quick experiment with your kids: Without any context, ask them to name a handful of historic figures they’ve learned about recently in school. ... Read more
FAQs for after school child care in Highlands, NJ
In 2025, how much is after-school care near me in Highlands, NJ?
Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Highlands, NJ through Care.com will cost an average of $16.67 per hour as of March 2025. This rate may vary depending on the provider's experience, the duties you need your after-school caregiver to perform and how many kids you need them to take care of.
How can I find after-school child care near me in Highlands, NJ?
Care.com currently has 3 after school child care providers in Highlands, NJ. You can search for these caregivers by their distance from where you live and compare your options by hourly pay rate, years of experience and the specific services they can provide for after school care. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have previously worked with these providers.
What types of after-school providers can I find near me in Highlands, NJ?
As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Highlands, NJ to help your kids with a variety of needs. After-school providers can pick your children up from school, take them to extracurricular activities around Highlands, NJ, help them with homework, and watch them in your house for a couple of hours before you get home from work. Just make sure your needs match up with the skills of the after-school providers you reach out to.