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Jessica V.

Responsible And Caring Babysitter

Randolph, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
I have a great experience with children and have always enjoyed looking after them. I would love to work with a caring family who is looking for a responsible and energetic sitter. I am 29 years old, and I graduated from the Veterinarian assistant program at The Morris County Vocational School. I am also a certified Yoga and...

Sara S. says "We loved working with Jessica as the full time nanny to our son. She cared for him from 1 years old to 2 years old and we trusted her completely. We love...

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Maahirah A.

Rockaway, NJ

3.5(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
I am 19 years old and live in Rockaway, NJ. I am currently pursuing my Associates at CCM. I have extensive experience with talking care of children. I love working with and teaching kids. I also have my own car with 3 years of experience. Experienced in babysitting and managing households for 5 years. Multi functional qualified...

Marie C. says "We had the chance to have Maahirah helping us with our daugthers for 6 months She was great and the Kids liked her "

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Alicja W.

Part Time Babysitter

Lake Hopatcong, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have a associate degree in Early Childhood Education. I volunteered in a polish school and local church. I'm also a mother of a 14-year-old. I have experience caring for kids for all ages. A little bit about myself. Born and raised in Poland. Been here for the last 29 years. I'm first aid and CPR certified. I'm available...

Care Member says "Alicja is absolutely awesome! We feel just as confident leaving our kids home with a relative as we do with her. She was great with our 2 kids (2 and...

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Nashaly M.

Parsippany, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
I am a Behavioral Therapist with a Bachelors in Psychology 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...

Hitesh M. says "Appreciated the responsiveness , things didn't work since we booked someone else but will reach out next time ."

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Mackenzie M.

Babysitter

Boonton, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting and nannying for the past 14 years. I started working with four foster children in 2011. I was responsible for their meals, nap-time, and taking the children to and from activities/appointments. I have worked with children with special needs.

Sandra C. says "I could rely on MacKenzie to take care of our 4 children without worrying. I knew she would handle any situation that came up sensibly. She's like one of...

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Melissa M.

Fun And Responsible Babysitter!

Rockaway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Melissa. I am currently a school counselor at Chatham High School and looking for some summer work. I have 10 years of experience babysitting and 3 years of experience working in preschools. About 8 of those years involve working with a boy on the autism spectrum. My current position as a school counselor is...

Jaclyn T. says "Melissa was amazing! She helped with my daughters over the summer. Melissa showed up on time and always with a smile on her face. My kids loved her! We...

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Elaina C.

Landing, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Elaina, I just moved here from Phoenix, Arizona in July. I am currently looking to take care of children full time. In Arizona, I was recently employed with the Xplore program taking care of children after school. Before that, I worked with Special Ed. children for about 2 years. I helped them with their daily...

Stephanie B. says "Elaina was on time and was very sweet with the kids. Would love to have her come back ????"

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Priscilla G.

Lake Hiawatha, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
Hello! I am full of energy and always have been working with kids. I am the oldest of seven kids so I have always cooked for my siblings, babysat and always picked them up from school. I am very responsible and I have worked at daycares all my life as well. Currently a home manager/nanny at heart it's second nature. I am a...

Care Member says "Priscilla is a wonderful caregiver. She loves working with children. She always has a great energy and always wants the best for the children she takes...

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Victoria S.

Denville, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
travel
I worked 8 years as a teacher of elementary school in my native country. I worked for 3 years in day care center in Clifton, NJ. I worked for 12 years as a coordinator in a children's diagnostic center. Now I am retired, and I live in parsippany, NJ. I am available for transportation to/from school/camp. Last 5 years I worked as...

Elena M. says "Victoria was watching my son for 2 years prior us starting preschool. We could not be more happy with her and her outstanding care! She is punctual,...

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Victoria J.

Fun, Caring, Patient, Respectful, Reliable Babysitter

Sparta, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hey there! I am a fun, caring, patient, respectful and reliable babysitter. I always grew up babysitting for my neighbors and family friends. In college I babysat as a part time job. I am available and have a flexible schedule. I'm interested in the opportunity to make some extra money on the side and help out a family in need....

Jackie O. says "I have known Victoria for 15 years and she watched my 3 children then. Now she handles pet and home care for me. She is trustworthy, honest , mature and...

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Christine P.

Creative & Engaged Caretaker Provides Learning And Laughter

Wharton, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
I have over 18 years experience with childcare, starting as a mother's helper at 11 years old, becoming a sought-after babysitter through my teen years, nannying in college, watching friends' and family's children, and recent experience as a full-time nanny. I have CPR and First Aid training for children and infants. I worked...

Shawn C. says "CeeCee is absolutely amazing with our twin toddlers. She has endless energy and patience, she's creative with activities and super sweet in all her...

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Briana C.

Long-term Nanny

Mount Arlington, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Briana and I am 24 years old. I have been a nanny for 8 years with one of those years formerly being a Jr. Assistant for an after care program at an elementary School. I'm available to provide great references and I am vaccinated. I have experience with children in ages ranging from infant to preteens. I am...

Care Member says "Briana was wonderful with my children and very attentive. Her interaction with them was great and they gravitated to her bubbling personality...

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Abigail D.

Stanhope, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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...

Marissa A. says "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...

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Vivian P.

Vivi

Landing, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
meal prep
I have over 10 years of experience working with kids all ages since 1980's at the elementary schools in New york as School Safety with all the training in safety. As a Mother of 3 Children and now Grandmother of 5 children my experience became stronger. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation, Homework, crafts...

Care Member says "Vivian has so much experience with babies and children. She is knowledgeable and was easy to trust immediately. I know my kids will be safe and happy...

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Isabella P.

A Little Bit About Me...

Morris Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, creative, and dependable I like working with kids because I enjoy watching them grow into their own little personalities. As a 5yr dance teacher I shared my own passion and knowledge of sport with them and watched the excitement on their faces just brought me so much joy and ever since...

Christina B. says "We hired Isabella as our helper 2 days a week. We couldn't be happier with hiring her. She is the perfect addition to our little family. She is amazing...

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Christina S.

Creative And Energetic Sitter

Denville, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, My name is Christina and I graduated from college at Kent State University majoring in Nursing this past May. I have been a babysitter for the past five years with various families that have different child needs. I am very adaptable with many circumstances. In the past, I have babysat for a family with five children and it...

Christina G. says "Christina did a wonderful job with my 2 boys. My oldest (8yr) has ADHD and my youngest (3yr) absolutely loved her and were always happy after she spent...

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Suzette C.

Hard Worker, Compassionate And Loving

Boonton, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality adventurous, helpful and creative I like working with kids because I want to have a positive impact on the lives of children and have the opportunity to learn and grow. I'm looking for a job that bring happiness and love to my life and the family I work for. I started working with kids when I was 18...

Care Member says "Amazing caretaker she took care of my children for 3 years she moved if she ever move back to pa i would rehire. She cleaned my house as well. She...

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Maureen R.

Retired Elementary School Teacher

Sparta, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
Hi! My name is Maureen and I am a mom of 3 grown children, my youngest just graduated college in May. I am a retired elementary school teacher with a Masters in Education. I love children of all ages and am looking forward to being a nanny/ babysitter as my next career step. I can help with homework, help with meal prep, drive...

Erin M. says "Maureen has been absolutely wonderful to my family. I wish I had met her years ago. She has cared so wonderfully for our newborn son, she is great to our...

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Michelle D.

Morris Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
I have been a teacher for 12 years. I have been babysitting since I was in high school. I have a 1-year-old daughter. I have experience with children who are newborn through elementary age. I am currently available when my husband can be home with my daughter. I can also be available during weekdays if my daughter can come with...

Care Member says "Michelle took great care of our kids for us at our hotel while we were in town for a family wedding. She was communicative and punctual and put my kids...

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Dilnoza S.

Part-Time Babysitter

Parsippany, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hello! My name is Dina and serving as a babysitter is one of my many passions that I enjoy. I am a married mother of two wonderful girls, ages 18 & 22. In addition to my own experience as a mother, I have many years of working with different families who have contacted me through this website. As a babysitter, I not only assist...
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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.91/hr as of September 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Dover, NJ

Babysitters in Dover, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Jessica V.

We loved working with Jessica as the full time nanny to our son. She cared for him from 1 years old to 2 years old and we trusted her...

- Sara S.

Maahirah A.

We had the chance to have Maahirah helping us with our daugthers for 6 months She was great and the Kids liked her

- Marie C.

Alicja W.

Alicja is absolutely awesome! We feel just as confident leaving our kids home with a relative as we do with her. She was great with our 2...

- Care member

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Dover, NJ:

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 23 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.

The average rate for Dover, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $20.91 per hour as of September 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Dover, 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.

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