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60 babysitters are listed in Berkeley Heights, NJ
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 9 years
What others are saying about babysitters in Berkeley Heights, NJ
Bri assists us with our children on a regular basis. She is VERY reliable, fun, energetic and a good influence on my young children. We look…
Review for Briana W. by Nicole P.
I would highly recommend Alexa. She was very attentive to the children's needs and did a great job.
Review for Alexa C. by Ali H.
My three kids, ages 7, 5, and 3, absolutely adore Ashleigh! They can be a tough sell, but took to her right away! She knew exactly how to…
Review for Ashleigh P. by Beth C.
Babysitters in Berkeley Heights, NJ
Briana W.
Maplewood, NJ
$30/hr • 12 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi Briana here! So happy to e-meet you and potentially see if we could be a great fit. A little about me I am 25 years old, energetic, out going and reliable. I have over 10+ years of experience in child care with caring for multiple children from early age of infants up to 13 years old. I've had a nurturing and bubbly spark to...
Briana can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
5.0
"Briana has been a God sent to our family! She worked with us for a few years caring for our twins starting when they were just 5 years old. She was always caring and flexible, I never had to worry about the kids while I was away working in the city and sometimes...
Care member
Lilla C.
Clark, NJ
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Lilla . I am a mother of two grown children. I've worked in the medical field for many years, and have prior experience babysitting younger children prior to my work in healthcare. I am good with children and am looking for opportunities to assist families in need of childcare.
Lilla can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Alexa and I am 24 years old living in Mountainside, New Jersey. I have experience with children all ages, and can provide multiple references if needed. I have a car and a perfect driving record too. I describe myself as responsible, creative, enthusiastic, and amiable. I love to get creative with fun activities while...
Alexa can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I would highly recommend Alexa. She was very attentive to the children's needs and did a great job. "
Ali H.
Ashleigh P.
Plainfield, NJ
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Ashleigh, i'd love to help care for your loved ones. I am understanding , patient , and kind . I'm a retired Division 1 Athlete. In college studying Health & Wellness as well as Exercise Science. Taking care of people and helping out has always been my passion!
5.0
"My three kids, ages 7, 5, and 3, absolutely adore Ashleigh! They can be a tough sell, but took to her right away! She knew exactly how to play with them and keep them entertained. She even helped them clean and make their beds! We would definitely hire Ashleigh...
Beth C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there. My name is Kathryn, I often go by Katy or Kate for short.
I am a 29-year-old, born and raised in Scotch Plains. I've graduated with a sociology degree from Roanoke College. Prior to graduation I worked as an administrative assistant and admissions persons for FlexSchool, a micro school for gitted and twice...
Kathryn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Kathryn has been a great help to our family! She has watched my niece on several occasions and you can just tell when we get back home that they had a great time. I am pregnant now and know I will also be using her when our first comes along. It's nice to have...
Lindsay R.
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.
Meredith G.
Warren, NJ
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am the oldest daughter of 6 kids & have been babysitting for about 6+ years. I have worked with families that have newborns, teenagers and everything in between. I went through four years of child development education and training in high school. I majored in Speech & Hearing and minored in Psychology for my undergraduate...
Meredith can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Meredith was great with my 3 month old. She was always on time, very attentive and caring towards him. She always followed what we asked. We would have her back anytime. We all loved her."
Nacole H.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've been a passionate camp counselor and Care. com babysitter for over 7 years. I have First Aid/CPR certification, college education in child development, and a BS degree from Rowan University. I have babysat for three families through care. com over the past year. I drove the kids to and from school and activities, prepared...
Joe can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Joe was a very reliable and caring dog sitter for our family. "
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Susan R.
Morristown, NJ
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Certified Montessori Teacher and have worked in the field for the past 16 years. I am also a caregiver and have worked with children ranging in age from 3 to 16 for past 9 years. I enjoy working with children of all ages. I also enjoy reading with children, doing homework and having fun.
Susan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
4.0
"Susan is an experienced caregiver who was prompt to interview. Unfortunately we were in the process of interviewing a few candidates and we selected another."
Stephanie B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name's Amanda. I'm a 23-year-old recent college graduate looking to entertain and care for up to 3 children. I have 7 years of babysitting experience, as well as 1 year of camp counselor experience. I can help with light housekeeping, laundry, cooking, and other domestic needs. I am comfortable with all pets.
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Amanda is the most reliable sitter I have ever hired in my 10 years as a parent. She was always on time regardless of how early her shift started or bad the weather was. My kids looked forward to days she was taking care of them. Amanda is really caring and has...
Sarah N.
Nicholas B.
Piscataway, NJ
$16-21/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am currently attending Kean University, where I am pursuing my Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education P-3 with a Teachers of Students with Disabilities Endorsement. I have experience teaching as well as being an afterschool coordinator. My hobbies are cooking, baking, and cleaning. In my free time, I love to listen to...
Nicholas can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Mr. Nicholas was one of the greatest baby sitters I had for my 2 boys. He has been with my family for 2 years and everyday my children couldn’t stop asking when Mr. Nick was coming back. He is patient, engaging, and entertaining! He helped out a lot with homework,...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Growing up in a family with many younger cousins and close family friends, I babysat a lot! This has lead to me nannying for various additional families throughout the years. I have experience working for a vet as well, which helped me care for those families animals also. I am looking for a part-time or full-time job that will...
Dina can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We recently just hired Dina for after school child care for our 7 year old daughter. She is SO helpful, flexible, and best of all our daughter absolutely loves her! She helps our daughter do her homework and they are always playing or doing some type of arts and...
Margaret K.
Kris B.
Middlesex, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a retired healthcare worker living in Middlesex NJ. (I recently relocated from Myrtle Beach SC) I worked in our local hospital nursery and labor and delivery for many years. I adore children and the elderly. I was hired thru care. com by a young family 11 years ago. I became part of their family and they mine as my...
Kris can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kris has been the most amazing asset to our family! She started taking care of our babies, when I returned to work in 2014, and I couldn't imagine our lives without her. She is a mature woman whom my kids have grown to know as a grandmother figure. Kris has always...
Kira P.
Charlotte M.
Madison, NJ
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hello! My name is Charlotte. A little bit about me-I started as a mother's helper when I was 11 years old, and since then, have been working with children. I babysat up until college and then after receiving a bachelors degree in art education at the University of Vermont, I became a Lead Teacher for the Infant/toddler program.
Charlotte can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Charlotte is a warm, silly and enthusiastic teacher. I have had the honor of working with her as her assistant teacher. Charlotte knows how to bring a child's interests to the forefront of their day in a way that is creative, artistic and engaging. She is very...
Anna W.
5.0
(1)
Hi Parents!
My name is Sara, I'm graduated in Childhood Education in Brazil and I've been working with kids for more than 6 years.
My passion for this career and my experiences allows me to be a sitter in the best way that you and your kids deserve and wants. I can help with homework, diapers, play time, meals preparation,...
5.0
"We found Sara in a pinch when our regular sitter was out for some time. She was great with communication, very professional and punctual. It was clear that she has been doing this for a while and very comfortable around children. Our daughter really loved her time...
Maung H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Kathleen. I am interested in positions such as babysitter, nanny, dog walking, housekeeping etc. I am a college graduate holding a BA in Sociology and a minor in Psychology and one course away from teacher of the handicapped certification. I have a work history of 18 years plus with the state of NJ. I have also worked...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We think the world of Kathleen. She is fantastic."
Heather F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 28 years old. I absolutely love children and can say that I am a child at heart. I am a very outgoing and active person who adapts to environments well and relatively quick. I also have experience with many ages of children along with being comfortable watching groups. I have spent a lot of time helping not only my family...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sam has been our sitter for the past 4-5 months. Originally I gave her a 4-star review - "she is super sweet and handles the challenges of my children with a smile." Since writing that review, I have to update it to a 5-star review for a few reasons: 1) my 4 yr...
Cynthia F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lisa is the best! We feel so at ease having her come to our house to watch our 1.5 yo. She’s very communicative, easy going, timely, and responsible. We would recommend her to anyone!"
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Sammy D.
Colonia, NJ
$18/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey my name is Samantha but you can also call me Sammy! From reading your requests I think I would be a marvelous fit as your childs babysitter! I have my own car and I'm familiar with the area so transportation would not be an issue. I attended Middlesex County college and ACI Medical and Dental school & am currently employeed...
Sammy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Sammy has been wonderful with our 2 little ones. She's been flexible with our hectic schedule and we're so happy to have found her. Our children adore her and enjoy "playtime with Sammy". We appreciated that she is so engaging with them, ensuring that homework is...
Nathan L.
5.0
(2)
I like working with kids because being around them is fun, yet challenging and rewarding.
I'm looking for a job that lets me provide a service with two purposes. On one hand I get to care for, comfort and entertain an awesome kid, while at the same time being there for the parent when needed and offer some support....
5.0
"Lauren is great for watching the kids! She’s fun, gets right down next to the kids to play while making sure that they’re safe, happy and engaged. "
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Berkeley Heights, NJ:
How can I find a Berkeley Heights babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Berkeley Heights, 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 15 babysitters in Berkeley Heights, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Berkeley Heights, NJ?
The average rate for Berkeley Heights, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $21.20 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 Berkeley Heights, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Berkeley Heights, 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.
Ratings for Berkeley Heights, NJ babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Berkeley Heights, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.