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60 babysitters are listed in Dover, NJ
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 3 years
Babysitters in Dover, NJ
I am currently majoring in early childhood and special education as a dual major! I have learned about the different disabilities in class and am observing teaching in a special needs classroom. I hope to teach children with Autism after I graduate in four years!
Alexandra M.
Dover, NJ
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hii! I'm looking for a job in the afternoons (Around 2:00PM) because I am attending college..
I'd describe my personality as caring, gentle, soft-spoken and loving..
In my spare time, I like to be creative and love to do activities such as draw, paint, and color..
I am very family oriented, I also take care of some younger...
wash-dry-fold client s laundry, light HK -tidy-vacuum-dust, assist with feeeding, prepare-serve meals.
Skills:
First Aid
Cathy M.
Dover, NJ
$13-18/hr
I am such a dog lover! I am happy to take care of your little love(s). I have a 1. 5-year-old mini goldendoodle of my own and would love to join the fun once in a while.
Cathy can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
I am a certified teacher have have been providing private tutoring services for a few years now. I really connect with my students and share my love for learning through my on-going enthusiasm. I tutor multiple subjects including math (my favorite), reading/writing, Spanish and science. I also teach younger students to read and...
My name is Nicolle. I am 27 & currently freelancing in the beauty industry & part time I have always worked in childcare since I was 16. My experience includes taking care of kids of all ages, doing light house work, preparing meals & supervising all day to day activities. I am very responsible, reliable & I have my own...
My name is Sonia, I am a caring, reliable, flexible and responsible Nanny. I have 15 years of experience taking care of children from age range infancy- pre-teens. I have also raised 3 children of my own. My current employers children are now grown and no longer need me as much. I am looking for a new family that might need my...
Sonia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am reliable, patient, energetic and fun loving. I am 19 years old and have two younger siblings. I have 2 years of experience with childcare professionally but I have been babysitting for family friends since I was 14. I also worked at pump it up (a child's party venue for 2 years). I can help with Light Housekeeping and...
Patricia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have know Patty and her family for a long time. She is a family friend of mine but watches my son on occasion. She is a responsible young adult and my son adores her. She has no problem meeting a child's needs and keeping them entertained. Its always a pleasure...
Matthias P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sarah. I'm currently working fulltime from home but am available for weekend babysitting or early mornings and evenings during the week. I've always enjoyed working with kids, I grew up with three younger siblings who I always help babysit. I have professional experience babysitting and nannying children of all...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"Sarah was always on time and open to helping with chores/errands. She has a sweet and caring personality and got along well with my 8mth old. "
Vashti E.
Rebecca S.
Morris Plains, NJ
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Rebecca, and I hold a degree in psychology from Rowan University. In my free time, I like to train in different physical activities such as jiu-jitsu, boxing, weightlifting, and rock climbing. I have a lot of experience working with children, starting from when I was only 13 years old, babysitting for...
Rebecca can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I've known Rebecca for a few years now, I've seen her with all different kinds of kids, and pets, she's always been on time with everything, very reliable, and of course easy going!"
Alyssa F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Melissa and I absolutely love kids! I am from Randolph, NJ. I am an occupational therapist in a public district. I am passionate about working with all children, especially those with special needs. I love doing arts and crafts, reading and running around with kids, but I am also here to help around the house with...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Melissa was fantastic watching over our son and was incredibly dependable from start to finish. I would strongly recommend her for anyone looking for a kind, caring, and responsible nanny. She communicated daily about when she was picking him up and any other...
Johanna F.
Elda V.
Wharton, NJ
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi! Friendly And Experienced Babysitter Available For Weekday, Weeknight And Weekend Jobs!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!! I studied Education for four years and also studied Psychology for kids for six months in Spain. I did practice in college with little children. I had a training in New York for Au pairs. I have been working with kids for 8 years so my education and experience can be a great support in raising your children. Also, I am a...
Elda can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Elda is an amazing and beautiful person. Our children love her. She is patient, kind, warm, loving and sweet. I cannot say enough good things about her. She worked with us for 2 years and has become a part of our family. Even when times get crazy and the kids...
Andrea L.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My husband and I raised our son at an early age, with experience of being a babysitter at an earlier age from summer jobs to date nights.
Dawn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"You will not be disappointed if you hire Dawn.
She truly goes above and beyond with everything she does. Reliable, trustworthy and thorough is an understatement. As a very busy mom she just jumps in and gets things done which is exactly what I needed.
Highly...
Kerrie L.
Nicole G.
Sparta, NJ
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience babysitting children from ages 3 months up to 13 years old. I spend time with children everyday, as my mom is a nanny.
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We are very happy with Nicole. She watches our 3 kids right now and is always reliable and my kids love her. "
Amy G.
Nashaly M.
Parsippany, NJ
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Nashaly. I am a Behavioral Therapist and interested in babysitting/nannying part time. I love working with kids and have worked at a daycare for almost 2 years and another for about a year now. My mother is also a teacher who has taught me a lot on how to care for a child. I have a 3-year-old brother who has...
Nashaly can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Appreciated the responsiveness , things didn't work since we booked someone else but will reach out next time ."
Hitesh M.
Jeanne D.
Morris Plains, NJ
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Do You Need Companion Care, Driver, Help With Errands?
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My journey with Care. Com began when I had the privilege of assisting a woman who had a stroke when she was just in her Fifties. I took her to and from her rehab appointments, and also ran errands with her. We loved to go to ShopRite, The Dollar Store, etc. We were together for 2 years until she moved to South Jersey.
I became...
Jeanne can also help with: Errands, transportation, companionship
5.0
"Jeanne has been a big help to our family helping to care for our 89 year old father. She came each day and made him breakfast, provided him with companionship. It has been a load off our minds knowing that she is there in the mornings and that dad enjoys her...
Kate H.
Jaquelynne R.
Rockaway, NJ
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting children for years now. I am 35 years old and a graduate of University. I am a full-time English teacher. I tutor when asked in English, history, study skills, homework help, and test prep.
Jaquelynne can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Abigail D.
Stanhope, NJ
$21-26/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a graduate of the University of Tampa with my BA in Criminology/Criminal Justice. I have my Child Development Associates degree and my certificate for CPR/AED/FA. I have experience working with children with special needs and children varying many ages from infancy to high school, in the class room environment and in...
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Abigail instantly became part of our family the moment she started working for us. While I would have loved to keep her forever, we had to let her go because we had to cut back on finances.
Abigail nannied for us part-time for about a year. When she started, my...
Marissa A.
Angela E.
Sparta, NJ
$14-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! Always Willing To Help And Thinking Of Fun Activities To Do !
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience working in daycares and have been babysitting for the past three years. Please reach out if you have any questions or would like to get to know me more. I look forward to hearing from you soon!
Angela can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hiii!! My name is Farrah !! I have been officially in the childcare field for about 5/6 years and prior to that have been a babysitter to loved ones! I've grown to love all the laughs, silliness and challenges that working with kids!! I love watching kids grow and develop such a strong relationship with them! I've been working...
Farrah can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Farrah arrived on time and was kind, friendly, and courteous. She immediately jumped into an art activity with my child. She played games and was engaged the entire time. We will definitely have Farrah watch our child again. "
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Dover, NJ
Patricia B.
5.0
Patricia is fantastic, dependable and very trustworthy!
- Kerianne S.
Sarah R.
5.0
Sarah was great and we hope to see her again when she's home from school.
- Caitlin M.
Rebecca S.
5.0
Rebeca is great - our girls and dog loved hanging out with her. She's really easy to communicate with, dependable and we felt really comfortable heading out for date night with her at home.
- Steve M.
Melissa T.
5.0
Melissa was fantastic watching over our son and was incredibly dependable from start to finish. I would strongly recommend her for anyone looking for a kind, caring, and responsible nanny. She communicated daily about when she was picking him up and any other updates that were good for us to know....
- Johanna F.
Elda V.
5.0
Elda is an amazing and beautiful person. Our children love her. She is patient, kind, warm, loving and sweet. I cannot say enough good things about her. She worked with us for 2 years and has become a part of our family. Even when times get crazy and the kids are acting up, Elda remains calm and...
- Andrea L.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Dover, NJ:
How can I find a Dover babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Dover, 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 47 babysitters in Dover, 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 Dover, NJ?
The average rate for Dover, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $21.28 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 Dover, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Dover, 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 Dover, NJ babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Dover, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.