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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: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Natalia B.
Union, NJ
$16-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
with approximately 2 years care taking experience. I nannied/nanny for 3 children which included minor housekeeping, cooking meals, homework help, and driving to and from after school activities. I'm currently seeking employment asap, can provide a reference as well.
Natalia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel
Rita E.
Union, NJ
$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Im Rita! Fun Sitter ,love The Smiles, Love Being With The Kiddos
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
I have earned a bachelor's and master's degree in child education from William Paterson University where I graduated with a 3. 9 GPA.
I also have 10+ years of experience caring and teaching children from ages newborn-17 in schools, summer camps, after school programs, and private care.
I was a teacher and director of the...
Diana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
Christine S.
New Providence, NJ
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun Mom Who Will Keep Your Kids Smiling Until You Get Home!
5.0
(13)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Christine, I live in New Providence. I have had other people's kids in tow longer than I can remember. I'm referred to as "The Nanny" from the people closest to me. I'm trustworthy, patient, dependable, flexible and loving. I promise to treat your child(ren) as if they are my own. I'm playful and fun but will also...
Christine can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My children and I love Christine! She has been an extension of our family for the last two years, picking the kiddos up from school, helping with homework, taking them to activities and appointments, and in her free time ensuring that they have visits to the park...
Nikisha B.
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, 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.
Alex S.
Bloomfield, NJ
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a reliable, hardworking, honest, patient, organized and very trustworthy person. I have a Biology degree but fell in love with children while working part time at a daycare center after school. I became really involved in the program and quickly realized that I did not want to wear a lab coat all day and decided to get a...
Alex can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Alex is extremely patient! She cared for my daughter from 5 weeks old. Her energetic and loving personality combined with her experience made me feel very comfortable and at ease leaving my newborn in her care for the day. She sends pictures and videos throughout...
Krystal C.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Short:
I am going to school to become a teacher for k-3 and special needs. I am open to any and all activities. I have babysat ages 6 months to 11 years.
Minimum of 5 hours for one time jobs s& 20 hours for reoccurring.
Long:
-As a babysitter, I have assisted in homework, cleaning and entertaining children. I can and will...
Sharifa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"We've had Sharifa for a few years now and we're more than grateful for her, she's super dependable and responsible. We have six kids and they all love her, she's super patient and buy them gifts on holidays and birthdays, she's someone we can always count on...
Steven C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for ever since I was little and helped out my previous babysitters with my siblings, cousins and other kids of all ages. I can cook, clean, change a diaper and more. Providing after-school care is not a problem. I can tutor and help with homework. I'm caring, nurturing and a great listener and plus a go...
Nyasia can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I was very nervous about a stranger coming into our home and sitting for us but Nyasia made me very comfortable. Nyasia was great with our 4-month old son. She was very patient, loving, and caring. She cared for him for five hours and followed the instructions that...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Livia. I'm 39 years old and have been working with children for 6+ years. Teaching and caring for children is my passion - it gives me the opportunity to work with kids and make a difference in their lives. My undergraduate degree is in Pedagogy. I worked in an International School in Brazil like a teacher for 6 years...
Livia can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"We feel so lucky to have had Livia as our nanny. She is so patience, and her warmth and genuine care for our kids were evident.
Livia is not only wonderful with children but also incredibly reliable and responsible.
We absolutely recommend Livia to any family in...
Care member
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
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a senior in college majoring in psychology. I love to babysit as my after school job. I've been taking care of kids for 6 years now and I've had multiple jobs. I worked as a counselor at an aftercare program and have had 6+ long term babysitting jobs. I have two younger siblings one who is 17 and has Down syndrome who I...
Manuela can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Manuela is really friendly, sweet and easy to get along with. I was all set to hire her to start in September but my after school current sitter decided to stay with our family longer. Her references were very strong when I called and they both told me that she...
Carrie N.
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:
CPR
First Aid
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.
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: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've had great experience providing childcare for wonderful families for the past 5 years.
I have experience with children ranging in all ages. Previously I have assisted families with transportation to school and from school, driving to any after-school activities as well as play dates.
I also provide help with homework and...
Solanny can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
4.0
"She is very reliable and followed my request. She also can do flexible work. She is good at communication and very kind."
Miyuki S.
Ruth B.
Bayonne, NJ
$26-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a fun, happy person, responsible and experienced babysitter/nanny looking for a full-time job. I graduated from Anthem Institute Jersey City, NJ and got my Medical Assistant Diploma. I also have CPR certification available. Work Experience: I am a nanny with twins, from April 2016 - Present in Kinderkamack, River Edge NJ....
Ruth can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Taylia J.
Elizabethport, NJ
$27-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.5
(2)
Hi my name is Taylia , I have lots of experience with kids over the years I've been volunteering at after school programs and sporting events for teens , also I have prior work experience with children of all ages most importantly including infants, I once was a live in sitter for 2 years and have 8+ years of experience with...
Taylia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"She just so wonderful anytime we needed her she always came during any circumstances , she's very friendly and extremely punctual i high recommend hiring her !"
Karen M.
5.0
(1)
Hi I'm an experienced nanny/caretaker with over 12 years of experience in childcare and early childhood development. I helped raise three children from birth for a loving family in Atlanta, GA and received my training , as well as First Aid and CPR training during that time, my principal duties were:
I was responsible for...
Maria Isabel can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Isabel has been our nanny for the last 2.5 years and she has been amazing! We are unfortunately having to let her go because we are moving out of NJ but we would absolutely recommend her to anyone! We have 2 children under 3 years old and Isabel has been nothing...
Jacob T.
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very friendly, great with kids, trustworthy."
Dana A.
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Most recent reviews for after school child care in Union, NJ
Christine S.
5.0
My children and I love Christine! She has been an extension of our family for the last two years, picking the kiddos up from school, helping with homework, taking them to activities and appointments, and in her free time ensuring that they have visits to the park and local attractions! Christine...
- Nikisha B.
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.
Alex S.
5.0
We were so lucky to have Alex for backup care with our toddler for a week. She was punctual, reliable, and very nurturing with him. Alex also has a sweet disposition and she is a great communicator. We appreciated the photo updates and felt totally at ease having her drive him to the library and...
- Care member
Sharifa F.
5.0
We've had Sharifa for a few years now and we're more than grateful for her, she's super dependable and responsible. We have six kids and they all love her, she's super patient and buy them gifts on holidays and birthdays, she's someone we can always count on regularly , we recommend her highly!
- Steven C.
Nyasia W.
5.0
She was great with the kids. She understood how i felt with this being my first time ever using a nanny. She responds quick and is flexible
- Care member
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FAQs for after school child care in Union, NJ
In 2025, how much is after-school care near me in Union, NJ?
Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Union, NJ through Care.com will cost an average of $26.50 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 Union, NJ?
Care.com currently has 4 after school child care providers in Union, 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 Union, NJ?
As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Union, 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 Union, 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.