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60 after school child care are listed in Plainfield, NJ
The average posted rate is $26/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby after school child care is 9 years
After school child care in Plainfield, NJ
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I met Rachel six years ago, when I needed help with my first baby. I had found her information on Maplewood online, so I asked her to come meet me and my baby.
Upon meeting Rachel, I noticed quickly that she had a very kind and nurturing quality.
I was so pleased...
Christine H.
Elda R.
Plainfield, NJ
$30-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Responsible, Caring Nanny Looking For A Full-Time Job
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Elda. I have been a professional nanny for 7 years. I have worked for 2 amazing families, and cared for newborns up to the age of 8. I am CPR certified. I am also a good swimmer, and fluent in Spanish. I have a clean driving record, and a reliable car. I love going to parks, playgrounds, and libraries. I like to...
Elda can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Elda, who goes by Nohemi, has been taking care of my boys full-time for the last 1.5 years, starting when they were 6 months and 3.5 years old. My family is moving out of state and that is the only reason we will no longer need her help (otherwise we would keep her...
Sara P.
I have been working with children for a number of years now. I have worked in multiple preschool settings as well as in a daycare. In this daycare I care for children between the ages of 6 months to 12 years old. During the school year I also worked in an after school care position as a supervisor where I was responsible for up...
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have always loved working with children. I got my first childcare job working at Daycare my sophomore year of high school in which I worked with children ages 3 months to four years. I then got a job at Connection before and after school care program. At KTC I received experience working with children going into kindergarten...
Maren can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maren was wonderful with our 3 girls, spent time doing crafts and also made sure they got outside to enjoy the beautiful weather. We will definitely have her come again"
Katie C.
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Theo has been working for our family as a nanny to our one year old son for the past year. She is dependable, caring, and trustworthy. She has really bonded with our son, and I feel completely comfortable with him in her care. I would highly recommend Theo for...
Julia F.
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
Katarzyna C.
Clark, NJ
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
driving to and from school, meal preparation, help with homework, playdate arrangements,, after school activities.
Katarzyna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Katarzyna was hired to watch my children and to run errands. My family found her to be personable, dependable, and punctual. My kids took to her immediately and she was very flexible with her time."
Pat R.
Rebecca M.
Edison, NJ
$18-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Rebecca is loving, caring and attentive. Anyone (human or animal!) will be in good hands with Rebecca!"
Anna B.
5.0
(1)
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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.
Rita E.
Union, NJ
$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Im Rita! Fun Sitter ,love The Smiles, Love Being With The Kiddos
3.8
(2)
Hi im rita I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Swimming Supervision, prepare after school snacks , help the kids with homework, take them to any afterschool activities , and anything else that needs to be done. I am currently attending a university as a nursing major , and located in union nj.
Rita can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Tatyana. I am 24 years old. I have 9 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, crafts, Swimming Supervision, homework, and creating a loving and healthy environment for your children while you are away. I am comfortable and happy to care for children of all ages and those who may have special...
Tatyana can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Barbara S.
Basking Ridge, NJ
$27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Looking For A Nanny Position Or Babysitting Position Part Time Full-Time Or Part-Time
4.9
(16)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I am currently looking for around 15 to 25 hrs of work I am a mature and experienced Babysitter/Nanny who was working FT in the Corporate World until 2015. My current job for a 5 yr old ends June 17th. My job working for a 2 yr old little girl in Morristown ended 8/23. In 2022 was working for a 2 1/2 yr old boy in Cranford. He...
Barbara can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Barbara has been caring for our children after school for the last 2 school years. She is dependable, detail-oriented, and trustworthy. She takes her role very seriously and makes the children her highest priority when she is with them. I never EVER worry when...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone my name is Nasenya! I am a 22-year-old full time college student studying communications and I live at home with my parents. We just became new residents of Summit, but I grew up in Chatham!
I have been nannying for 3 years and I previously worked for a family of 3 children (7, 9, 13) in Short Hills. With them I...
Nasenya can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"Nasenya was great with our 7 year old son. Attentive, easygoing, and playful - everything we were looking for in a babysitter. We would recommend her to any family and would hire her again."
Joel K.
5.0
(1)
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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very friendly, great with kids, trustworthy."
Dana A.
I was a 4th grade teacher for 4 years and now work in non-profit management for Girls on the Run, a positive youth development program for girls in grades 3-8. My work schedule is highly flexible and I'm seeking a care job that includes something like morning and after-school pick-ups and drop offs.
I have previous experience...
Kelly can also help with: Travel
Michelle M.
Madison, NJ
$45-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
Reliable Nanny Looking For Flexible Hours (Summer Employment)
I have a bachelors degree from West Virginia University in Child Development and Family Studies. My concentration was Early Childhood Education and Preschool Special Needs. I have a masters degree in PreK-4th Grade Education from University in Pittsburgh, PA. I have been working with a wide range of students from special needs,...
Michelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hi! My name is Samantha, I am 24 years old and will be a graduate student obtaining my Doctorate in Occupational Therapy starting summer 2024. For the past year, I have been working full time at an outpatient pediatric facility. I have experience with special needs children, as well as caring for children of all age groups. I...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hi! My name is Betsy and I am a rising sophomore in college. I have lots of experience with kids as I used to volunteer helping with homework after school. I also used to teach ballet to first graders! I have always been a good student so I would love to help with any homework! Or I can teach them something more creating like...
Betsy can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kaia T.
Basking Ridge, NJ
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kaia. I completed my Bachelor's Degree in Psychology at Stony Brook University, and am now beginning my Master's Degree in Social Work at Rutgers University. I have hopes to become an adolescent therapist in private practice. I have always adored working with kids, and began at 13 as a babysitter. After that, I...
Kaia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Deikel O.
Roselle, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Babysitter With 10 Years Of Experience Available After School And On Weeknights.
Hi my name is Deikel. I'm 27 years old and I am a Criminal Justice major at Montclair State University, I have my Associates Degree in Liberal Studies. I've been nannying for many years and have a lot of experience with children of all ages including newborns. I am Red Cross certified and know how to perform CPR. I am looking...
Deikel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
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Most recent reviews for after school child care in Plainfield, NJ
Rachel K.
5.0
Rachel is amazing! She has babysat for us for over 2 years. Rachel is responsible, caring, and dependable. Our 2 year old and 4 year old love her and are always so excited to see her. I feel so comfortable having Rachel care for my children. Anyone would be lucky to have Rachel take care of their...
- Kristine K.
Elda R.
5.0
Elda is a fabulous caregiver. Our family was so lucky to have her care for our 3 kids ( 1.5 year old twins and a 6 month old). She always kept the kids engaged, played games, read books, managed nap times and made it all look easy. She took the kids to the library for storytelling, made them...
- Care member
Maren F.
5.0
Maren was wonderful with our 3 girls, spent time doing crafts and also made sure they got outside to enjoy the beautiful weather. We will definitely have her come again
- Katie C.
Theo T.
5.0
Theo is patient and kind and genuinely loves working with babies and children. She is communicative and always accessible and very dependable. She is engaged in the community and prides herself on a fun active and nurturing environment for the kids she cares for. She is resourceful and goes to a...
- Rebecca G.
Katarzyna C.
5.0
Katarzyna was hired to watch my children and to run errands. My family found her to be personable, dependable, and punctual. My kids took to her immediately and she was very flexible with her time.
- Pat R.
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FAQs for after school child care in Plainfield, NJ
In 2025, how much is after-school care near me in Plainfield, NJ?
Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Plainfield, NJ through Care.com will cost an average of $26.67 per hour as of April 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 Plainfield, NJ?
Care.com currently has 3 after school child care providers in Plainfield, 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 Plainfield, NJ?
As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Plainfield, 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 Plainfield, 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.
Ratings for Plainfield, NJ after school child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
After School Child Care in Plainfield, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed after school child care.