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60 babysitters are listed in Avenel, NJ
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
What others are saying about babysitters in Avenel, NJ
Imani was a phenomenal nanny to our son, and we were so lucky to have her. Some key take-aways for me were i) caring and nurturing, ii)…
Review for Imani H. by Care member
Fiama is amazing! She was an occasional babysitter for my two children, ages 2 and 5. She was very dependable and connected immediately with…
Review for Fiama O. by Care member
I am one of her teachers and she is a very reliable student. I would highly recommend Nicole to anyone.
Review for Nicole S. by Ashley W.
Babysitters in Avenel, NJ
Imani H.
Union, NJ
$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have dedicated my career to working with children, ranging from infants to5-year-old. Through this work, I've learned the importance of patience, adaptability, and creative problem-solving. Every child develops at their own pace, and I've made it to priority to tailor my approach to meet individual need whether that means...
Imani can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Imani was a phenomenal nanny to our son, and we were so lucky to have her. Some key take-aways for me were i) caring and nurturing, ii) communication, and iii) punctuality.
First of all, Imani was such a loving and caring nanny for our now 7-month son. The...
Care member
Fiama O.
Staten Island, NY
$22-36/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'm Responsible, Caring, Affectionate, Passionate For What I Do, Engaged, Dynamic And Energetic.
5.0
(1)
I'm 28yo, with many years of experience with children 3 months to 11yo.
I started early helping with the kids in the church and also with my helped my mom as I'm the oldest one of 5 siblings. I did volunteer work on Christmas for 5 years collecting toys, meals and candy for the kids that had no financial condition. I always felt...
5.0
"Fiama is amazing! She was an occasional babysitter for my two children, ages 2 and 5. She was very dependable and connected immediately with my two children. They absolutely loved her and so did we!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Nicole, I am 29years old. I have a lot of experience working with children. I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old and Nannying since I was 18 years old. I am looking for a family who I can treat their child as one of my own and help the family with whatever they need. I also do house work; such as clean,...
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I am one of her teachers and she is a very reliable student. I would highly recommend Nicole to anyone."
Ashley W.
Melanie Z.
Perth Amboy, NJ
$18/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I love interacting with children and taking full care. It's a fun, heartwarming experience. What a better way to get through your day is taking care of children, I'm very passionate and willing to be inside and outside doors. I have an experience working in child daycare, babysitting family , friends , church members...
Melanie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Melanie is wonderful with my girls. She fully engages and cares for them. "
Care member
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Rebecca is loving, caring and attentive. Anyone (human or animal!) will be in good hands with Rebecca!"
Anna B.
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
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.
5.0
(1)
My name is Bridget and I work in the medical field as a CMA, and I am a nursing student. My interest in nursing school is pediatrics :) I love working with kids and they inspired me to pursue my degree. I am CPR & BLS certified. I have reliable transportation.
I have over four years of experience working with children ages...
Bridget can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Bridget just has a natural bonding with children and animals. I think they can sense that she really enjoys their company. "
Gina S.
Judlande C.
Irvington, NJ
$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a childcare provider with five years of experience, I'm passionate about supporting families and making a positive impact on children's lives. My caring and patient nature, combined with my ability to communicate effectively with parents, makes me a reliable and responsible caregiver. I'm adept at enforcing household rules...
Judlande can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Judy is an all around Amazing Nanny! She pays attention to details and she's extremely kind, fun, loving and attentive to the kids. She's extremely clean aswell. And encourages the kids to stay on schedule. She's a mom's dream Nanny ✨️"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Helen, a dedicated nanny with 10 years of experience caring for infants and young children, including 1. 5 years with my current family in Jersey City. I'm specialize in creating a safe, calm, and nurturing environment where kids thrive. I'm known for my patient and autonomous approach, managing daily routines with ease...
Helen can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Helen is great, I highly recommend her. She worked for us part-time for two weeks watching my 2.5yo. We'd love to keep her around but she found a better opportunity."
Galuh S.
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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.
Karina G.
Fords, NJ
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.2
(10)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Karina! I am a part-time daycare teacher in the summer, and I am a floater while I'm in school. I currently go to school full time and I've been working at the daycare for about 4 years. I have much experience with kids of all ages, ranging from ages as young as 6 months - 10 years old. I have nannied for multiple...
Karina can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Karina is great with the kids. She plays with the kids, keeps them on schedule, and takes care of their needs. We're very glad to have found her!"
Eugene S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Positive, calm, balanced, committed, ambitious, compassionate, reliable, kind and very creative. My 2 daughters are my highest achievement making me proud every single day. In the past I worked as a Art teacher for kids with disabilities at "Special School Sacel" Romania. Between 2000 and 2005 I was part of an amazing French...
Camelia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Cami is a wonderful nanny and she was great with my one year old. She's energetic, punctual, and has the natural instincts to take care of your child and put your mind at ease. She does great art projects and my daughter bonded with her immediately. I would highly...
Bisma M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a mother myself of two older girls, ages 26 and 24 both of which were preemies. I am extremely reliable, caring, and nurturing and will be sure to treat your children as if they were my own. I have just recently finished with a wonderful family that I have been with for about 3 years but the family is relocating out of...
Lori can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"Lori Is a wonderful childcare provider. She's been working with me and my 4 children for the past 5 years and we have nothing but positive things to say about her. She is punctual and trustworthy and I never have to worry about my children in her care. She has...
Danielle P.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I really enjoy working with elderly patients and Children. I have over 10 years experience in being a Caregiver. from Children to Elderly. I truly do enjoy what I do. I am know for being Caring, understanding, helpful, hardworking, and so much more.
Recommendation letters available upon request
Tiffany can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Tiffany is extremely positive and loving. She is dependable and a great communicator which is essential!!!"
Kim B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a 21-year-old full-time student at Duquesne University seeking graduating in December 2017. I have years of experience watching children, and I also work as a patient care technician at Children's hospital. Children are my passion! MY Schedule is very flexible. References available upon request.
Delphia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She was very friendly and very nice to my child! My child was so happy to play with her.
l was sick so it's very helpful !"
Remi N.
Lucille K.
Iselin, NJ
$15-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I've been watching children for 10 years. for the same two families. I started with two girls who are now 10 years old, as the years passed there were three more siblings. I also worked for Woodbridge Township as an aide and also worked at a daycare in Edison. I worked in the Infant and toddler rooms. I live in the Iselin...
Lucille can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lucille has been such a blessing to our family for five years now- watching my two youngest children as if they were family. She is like a grandmother-figure to them, they love going to her house. They nap as if they are home and feel totally comfortable there. I...
Brenda C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Kristina P. This is my 10th year working as a ELA Special Education teacher. I have my masters in Special Education from the University of Kansas, as well as 3 teaching certifications.
My past work experience includes working for 13 years in a highly accredited child care center as a primary caregiver and...
Kristina can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"She was quick to respond to short notice. My kids loved her."
Candice M.
Jaslin C.
Perth Amboy, NJ
$17/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Jaslin! Im currently a full time Paraprofessional at an elementary Public School. I specifically work with children in Special Education but also have worked with children from infant-3rd grade. Previously, I worked as a Teacher Assistant at a Private daycare, non-smoker and have my own vehicle. I have my bachelors...
Jaslin can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"This was the first time I used an agency/website service, and I thought they were great. Jaslin was very prompt, and amazing. My son who is shy fell in love with her instantly. Jaslin put my worries at ease and made me feel comfortable with using her as a...
Christine C.
4.6
(8)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have been a mother and godmother for over 20 years. I have worked with children at 2 different child care centers both located in Newark, NJ for over 20 years. I have worked with newborns, infants, toddlers, and preschool. My duties have included changing diapers, preparation of meals, toilet training, cleaning up and...
Deborah can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
4.0
"Deborah has interviewed with us and worked for us several times. Very professional care take that helped us out on several occasions."
Maurice H.
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How can I find a Avenel babysitter near me?
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How much do babysitters charge in Avenel, NJ?
The average rate for Avenel, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $18.75 per hour as of May 2025. 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 Avenel, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Avenel, NJ through Care.com. As of 2025, 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.