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60 babysitters are listed in Scotch Plains, NJ
The average rate is $19/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Scotch Plains, NJ
Maria S.
Scotch Plains, NJ
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available From 8.30 To 3 Pm. But Can Be Flexible After Talk.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Experienced Babysitter Available From 8 a.m. To 4 p.m. But Can Be Flexible After conversation.
I'm Portuguese, living in Scotch Plains.
I have experience with newborns, until pre teens.
I did work for a family in Berkeley Heights for 3years, a family in Westfield for 2 years, and currently with a family in Watchung for the...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Recent review:
5.0
Maria is a terrific nanny and an amazing person! She was a nanny to our young children for two years. I was immediately struck by her genuine warmth and connection to my children. She was an extraordinary help to me and was a big part in helping keep our house...
Denise B.
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: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Recent review:
5.0
Autumn watched my 6 months old for 3 days for 4 hours each day. She is by far the best sitter I have ever met. I would hire her again. She is very accommodating. She was great with the baby, didn't have any trouble putting her down for naps, spent time engaging the...
Adriana I.
5.0
(17)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Natalia, 26.
My past experiences included being an Au pair, where I stayed two years in the same family and was responsible for 4 kids, being age 5 months, 3, 5, 7 y. o.
I have worked for other families caring for kids new born to age 12 y. o
My full time job now is 2 kids ( 6 months, 3 y. o)
Kumon Auxiliar Taught...
Natalia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Nat does weekend/date night sitting for us and she is wonderful. She is able to wrangle our two busy toddlers like a pro, while still being caring, nurturing, and professional. We love the piece of mind we have when Nat is watching out children and we recommend her...
Care member
5.0
(10)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been an overnight pet sitter for the past 3 years and I am passionate about what I do. I am committed to you and your pet. I know how hard it is to leave them when going away, and I take my pet sittings very seriously, because my love for animals is endless and I will be sure to treat your pet as my own.
I have cared for...
Autumn can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet sitting, boarding
Recent review:
5.0
Autumn bonded with my cats when she stopped over to meet us! I'll definitely hire her again.
Susan A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Hannah and I absolutely love working with kids! My plan is to work with OT pediatric patients after my 2 years of graduate school starting in the Fall of 2023. I have a wealth of babysitting experience that includes working with kids of all ages. In high school I was constantly babysitting my little neighbors....
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Hannah was our family sitter for our child's kindergarten school year. She was A+ with them and a great communicator with us parents. She is patient, kind, a great homework motivator and just a good person. I recommend her with no reservations!
Hana S.
Gina P.
Scotch Plains, NJ
$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Patient, Reliable ,organize, honest, fun Great Cook And Excellent Housekeeping Skills
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
A little about me and my believes...
I have always known that any career that I chose would involve children. Being a Nanny/babysitter allows me to not only be surrounded by children but to use my skills and experience to help them develop into happy and healthy kids.
I believe the one thing that a care giver needs above all...
Gina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Gina is great- she is reliable, punctual, organized, thoughtful and my kids really like her. She is fun and incredibly trustworthy.
Rebecca M.
Bridget C.
Scotch Plains, NJ
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Bridget. I've been a middle and high school English teacher for 8 years, but I also have worked as a nanny and babysitter for a number of summers. Although I teach older students, I have taken a number of early childhood development courses, and I love working with little ones too! I also tutor (elementary,...
Bridget can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Bridget is amazing and absolutely wonderful with babies. She watched our 8 month old just for a week but I absolutely love how she was reliable - and engaged my daughter in interactive ways. My daughter was always excited to see Bridget! Highly recommend! Bridget -...
Amrita I.
Gina P.
Scotch Plains, NJ
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a methodical and amenable profession with years of experience in the housekeeping industry. I have 8+ years of experience in this industry.
I can help with any housekeeping duties like dusting, vacuuming, removing marks, straightening up items, organizing, bed changing, bathroom, kitchen cleaning etc.
Gina can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, attic cleaning, basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning & more
Jessica V.
Scotch Plains, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Jessica. I am 31 years-old. I love caring for children and seniors. I feel that caring for them is the best job I can have. I am very responsible, reliable, and have a lot of patience. I have a run nursing degree. I have been caring for children and seniors most of my life, will care for them as if they were my...
Jessica can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
4.0
Dear Jessica V.
Thank you for the time and consideration.I appreciate having had the opportunity to speak with you about your experience in related babysitter. Your resume is quite impressive and shows great potential for you in the working world. Sorry that it...
Maria-elena V.
Gina P.
Scotch Plains, NJ
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello
my name is Gina I'm a local pet sitter, I live with animals since childhood.
I have Over 3 years experience in handling animals and pets(I been working has a local dog walker for the last 3years in combination to my full-time nanny job)
Free of allergies from animal hair/dander
In-depth knowledge of different breeds of...
Gina can also help with: Pet walking
Recent review:
5.0
I cannot recommend Gina enough as a cat sitter! Whenever I need to travel, she is my go-to person for taking care of my two cats. From the moment I met her, it was clear that she is an animal lover through and through. Her interactions with my cats were so warm and...
Care member
Hi, my name is Alyssa. I live in Hoboken, NJ. I am open to babysitting and/ or tutoring in both locations. It would be a part-time. I have a bachelors in accounting from Rider University and masters in accounting from Kean University. I was a camp counselor for 5 summers. I enjoy playing tennis, watching tv, movies, sports, and...
Alyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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
I have babysit for numerous of kids throughout my life. I was a Camp Counselor at a sleep away camp for 8 weeks in upstate Ny.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi, I'm Bella! I am a high school student that babysits on a daily after school basis, but I am looking for more weekend opportunities!
Isabella can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...
Deanna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi all, my name is Lindsay and I am currently finishing my senior year of high school. I am 18 years old and I own my own car that I have full and constant access to. I have a clean driving record and I have had lots of experience driving kids of all ages. I have been babysitting since I started high school and I have fallen in...
Hello Parents/Guardians!
My name is Nicole, I'm 21 years old and live in New Brunswick. I'm a senior at the Rutgers Business School and am available to babysit for about 15-20hrs during the week. I'm looking to facilitate pick-ups/drop-offs, meal preps, light housekeeping, and anything else you will need. I have 6 years of...
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jeannine W.
Scotch Plains, NJ
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
18 Years Of Childcare Experience Looking For Full Time
I have been in child care field for over 22 years. Not including raising my own children. I know the importance of responsible, reliable care. I have taught 2 yr olds for 22 years as well as in camp. Plenty of babysitting references.
Looking for 3 full days or five partial days in summer to keep busy,
Jeannine can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Mary O.
Scotch Plains, NJ
$22/hr • 3 yrs exp
I currently work as a manager at a consulting firm, but I'm looking for evening and weekend babysitting work. I have experience caring for children of all ages (infants included). I'm available in the evenings (after 5pm) and weekends. I'm upbeat, energetic, and wonderful with children!
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
I enjoy taking care of children and being a part of a child's life is very important. Taking care of children is a big responsibility that I believe I can achieve by getting to know the children by becoming their friend but at the same time their authority. I have a lot of experience driving children to their activities, doing...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Scotch Plains, NJ
Maria S.
5.0
Maria is a terrific nanny and an amazing person! She was a nanny to our young children for two years. I was immediately struck by her genuine warmth and connection to my children. She was an extraordinary help to me and was a big part in helping keep our house running smoothly. My youngest is now in...
- Denise B.
Autumn H.
5.0
Autumn watched my 6 months old for 3 days for 4 hours each day. She is by far the best sitter I have ever met. I would hire her again. She is very accommodating. She was great with the baby, didn't have any trouble putting her down for naps, spent time engaging the baby with books and toys. So...
- Adriana I.
Natalia L.
5.0
Nat does weekend/date night sitting for us and she is wonderful. She is able to wrangle our two busy toddlers like a pro, while still being caring, nurturing, and professional. We love the piece of mind we have when Nat is watching out children and we recommend her highly!
- Care member
Autumn H.
5.0
Autumn bonded with my cats when she stopped over to meet us! I'll definitely hire her again.
- Susan A.
Hannah F.
5.0
Hannah was our family sitter for our child's kindergarten school year. She was A+ with them and a great communicator with us parents. She is patient, kind, a great homework motivator and just a good person. I recommend her with no reservations!
- Hana S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Scotch Plains, NJ:
How can I find a Scotch Plains babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Scotch Plains, NJ can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 60 babysitters in Scotch Plains, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Scotch Plains, NJ?
The average rate for Scotch Plains, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $19.37 per hour as of April 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Scotch Plains, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Scotch Plains, NJ through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Scotch Plains, NJ babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Scotch Plains, NJ are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 76 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.