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5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Julia! I am 23 years old and I just recently graduated from Monmouth University with my business degree! I was a nursing major for three years, have taken numerous CPR courses and have a ton of babysitting/nannying experience. I love to be outdoors, play games, do crafts and much more. I have been babysitting since I was...
Julia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Julia watched our three children for 6 months while she was in school. She was with us 2 full days / week and was a total pleasure! She is totally capable and responsible. My three children loved her and they are tough critics! She kept the house in beautiful order...
Emily R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am A mother of three and a grandmother of two wonderful little girls. I over see and work in a elementary school kitchen. I enjoy playing and nurturing children keeping they safe happy and engaged in fun and learning activities . I would like the opportunity to help you out by over seeing your child or children while you can...
Michele can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Michele is a wonderful person and a great help to us. She is self motivated, responsible and always punctual. Very good communication in planning our visits. She comes to the house when we are not home and cleans up, teaches my daughter handwork and her beautiful...
Jillian P.
Jasmin F.
East Stroudsburg, PA
$17-26/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a dedicated professional that will work hard and stay focused until the job is completed. I work well by myself, and also as part of a team. I have previous experience cleaning homes as well as a pre-school setting.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi Parents! My name is Faith!
Here is a little information about me.
I attend classes from a university. I am a part time RN, working on moving forward with my schooling. I have been babysitting since 2014, with children ranging from new borns to 15 years old. I have taken care of multiple kids at once, children with...
Faith can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Faith was wonderful sitter for our 2 year old son. She was very attentive, engaged, and our kiddo enjoyed spending time with her. Highly recommend!"
Kristin C.
Grace G.
East Stroudsburg, PA
$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Grace, and I have worked teaching kids how to ski in the winter, I have been a counselor and I am now currently working as a 1:1 associate teacher for a student with autistic support with colonial intermediate unit 20. I love interacting with children, and playing with them all while in a safe environment
5.0
(1)
Hi I'm Julia! I am a 19 years old and I am a nursing major with a spanish minor at University. My goal is to become a pediatric oncology nurse, so I enjoy spending time with kids. I love to be outdoors, play games, do crafts and much more. I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old and I am CPR certified. Also, during this...
Robynne K.
Belvidere, NJ
$13-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience. I'm 20 years old I've been babysitting since 15 and I love kids I love being around kids, I am able to drive and have my own transportation, I am very outgoing and adventurous I can take kids outside to play make sure they aren't cooped up in the house, I love doing crafts so can teach the kids some...
Robynne can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Robynne has watched my grandchildren and is excellent with them. Their ages are 18 months, 6, 8, 9, 11. She also had cared for my husband who has Alzheimer's he is 69. She is a compassionate, kind and patient young lady. I highly recommend her. "
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Megan K.
East Stroudsburg, PA
$25-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Megan! I'm 30, a mom to a 3-year-old boy who's super sweet and loves socializing. I also have an almost 1-year-old. I have heaps of experience nannying, babysitting, and teaching! I have my bachelors in Early Childhood Education and my masters in Counseling.
I love the Montessori method and I base my care on...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Megan has a loving heart, a delightful cheerful personality & a gift for interacting with children. She is patient, respectful of, & engaging with children in her care. She enjoys reading to children, as well as doing art projects, and finding interesting and...
Christy D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Mom of 6 beautiful children. Raised and home schooled them in their elementary years together with my husband whom I am married for 27 years. I am originally from the Philippines.
Now that my kids are older I can make extra income to help my husband. Babysitting comes naturally for me. I also studied early child...
Leila can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Leila is very trustworthy and honest person. She meets the kids at their level and we really appreciate her for that. My son loves her!"
Kamili W.
5.0
(3)
Hi! My name is Tracy. I am an experienced, reliable babysitter who has 12 plus years of experience with children from newborn to 12 years. I am patient, nurturing, energetic, loving and would treat your most prized possessions as I would my own. I am flexible with hours and would welcome your children in my home, but will also...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Tracy was with our family for 2.5 years. She joined us when our youngest was 5 months old and our oldest was 5.
She took care of meals for both children, driving the oldest to/from school, care of the youngest and getting the youngest to/from activities.
Tracy...
Johnna S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
CNA, hospice aide , esperiences in nursing home, and assisting living. using propery medical equitment.
Maria can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Maria is very conscientious and dependable. The day before my appointment, Maria drove on her own time to map out my destination in order to be sure that I was not going to be late for my appointment on the following day. It was a pleasure working with Maria and...
Nick M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love all kind of animals. I enjoy playing and going walks with dogs. I have been a dog and cat owner all my life. I would love the opportunity to spend time caring for your pet while you are away to keep them loved and safe.
Michele can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am cooking in a k-4 elementary school now through sodexo but I was cooking for 20 years in a nursing home. I also been taking care of a 73 year doing food shopping making meals. Doing light house keeping. Bathing and taking him to the doctors. I am interested in becoming a companion for your loved one thats needs a little help...
5.0
(3)
Hi! Animal caregiver! Being around animals has never been an issue for me, considering I've grown up in a household full of animals. My parents are also owners of an animal shelter in Miami, Florida and I've spent summers working there! I've been a childcare giver for 5+ years now. Helping out watching their animals as well!...
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Alyssa T.
East Stroudsburg, PA
$24-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Alyssa! I'm an outgoing person that loves kids! I'm great with children and pets all ages. I have special needs experience and am CPR certified for children and pets. I am looking for a position for date nights. I can do any weekday or weekend night. Or weekend day. I love being outside but also love to watch a great...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Alyssa is a fantastic babysitter, she watched my son who has autism and was great with him. I use her for date night sitting a lot. She is absolutely amazing and has such a big heart. She is definitely willing to help you out in any means needed, whether it be...
Monica G.
Hillary M.
Bangor, PA
$17-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi everyone my name is Hillary! Just a little bit about myself I'm 20 years old and i'm currently a college student majoring in biological science transferring into nursing. My goal is to go into the pediatric field. I'm the oldest of 5 and I'm absolutely obsessed with being a big sister; they are definitely a big reason I love...
Taylor V.
East Stroudsburg, PA
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
My name is Taylor and I am in the women's lacrosse team at East Stroudsburg University and I am current studying business management and marketing. I have many years of experience with working with children as I began babysitting as one of my very first jobs. I am hoping to be a help to families who need someone to take care of...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Kaylee M.
Bangor, PA
$16/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hey there! My name is Kaylee and I absolutely adore working with children. I've been doing it since I was a child myself! I've had the privilege of babysitting for many families, giving them a much-needed break or helping them run errands. I'm also caring for and teaching toddlers at a daycare facility.
I'm currently on the...
Kaylee can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Mackenzie K.
Bangor, PA
$22/hr • 9 yrs exp
I am a new to the area stay at home mom! I have 9 years of experience babysitting and nannying ages 8 months to 15 years old. My experience is also with children who are both verbal and nonverbal, as well as those with and without learning disabilities. I can help with travel, light housekeeping, and homework.
Mackenzie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Kelly D.
Blairstown, NJ
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Kelly! I grew up babysitting and now that I have settled into my career in accounting I'd love to get back into babysitting part time!
I am happy to help for any date nights, after school homework help, rides to any extracurriculars, etc. I am also a youth ice hockey coach so I am more than happy to help with any...
Kelly can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Columbia, NJ
Julia C.
5.0
Julia watched our three children for 6 months while she was in school. She was with us 2 full days / week and was a total pleasure! She is totally capable and responsible. My three children loved her and they are tough critics! She kept the house in beautiful order and was able to help with homework...
- Emily R.
Michele C.
5.0
Michele is a wonderful person and a great help to us. She is self motivated, responsible and always punctual. Very good communication in planning our visits. She comes to the house when we are not home and cleans up, teaches my daughter handwork and her beautiful projects she creates for online. She...
- Jillian P.
Faith B.
5.0
Faith was the best nanny I have ever had and my two kids absolutely loved her, she is very dependable and trustworthy. 10/10 recommend!
- Susan M.
Robynne K.
5.0
Robynne has watched my grandchildren and is excellent with them. Their ages are 18 months, 6, 8, 9, 11. She also had cared for my husband who has Alzheimer's he is 69. She is a compassionate, kind and patient young lady. I highly recommend her.
- Care member
Megan K.
5.0
Megan is the kind of person who you will like and feel comfortable with right away. She is professional, sweet, and great with kids!
- Morgan H.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Columbia, NJ:
How can I find a Columbia babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Columbia, 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 6 babysitters in Columbia, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Columbia, NJ?
The average rate for Columbia, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $17.33 per hour as of May 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 Columbia, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Columbia, 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.