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Isabel O.

Fun

Hawthorne, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I describe myself as creative, dedicated, patient, kind, generous, caring, loving and energetic. I love nature and the outdoors. My hobbies are hiking, camping, biking, swimming, dancing, farming and cooking. I also enjoy reading, crafting and sewing. I started caring for young children in my neighborhood in Portugal when I was...

Care Member says "She's a nice person, friendly, very good with the kids including teacher homework. She is very responsible and loving. "

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Stephanie G.

Paterson, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
travel
As a childcare provider, my passion lies in nurturing the growth and development of young minds. My journey with babysitting began at 17 as an occasional date night sitter, then evolving into part-time nanny. I was responsible for a family of four boys during my college sophomore year and currently I still work with multiple...

Care Member says "She is an amazing nanny who took care of my two kids, ages 2 and 5. She was so sweet and very prepared. She brought some coloring books and crayons....

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Valeria E.

Hackensack, NJ

4.5(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi all! I am a 29-year-old, college educated, Healthcare worker who's looking to go back to school and transition back into nanny'ing part time as I pursue additional education. I have been nanny'ing since the age of 18, over 11 years of experience. I love children of all ages, and I believe all kids deserve the best care. My...

Care Member says "Valeria is the absolute best! We found her on Care.com and had her start with our family as. FT Nanny for my 4 month old daughter. She very quickly...

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Jenna G.

Nutley, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi there :) My name is Jenna and I am a full time NICU RN 3 days a week. I am looking to help out families in need of newborn/child care on my days off. Looking for a family with flexibility due my scheduled shifts varying week by week. Looking to assist a family 1-2 days per week. I specialize in newborn care all the way...

Teresa D. says "Met with Jenna for an interview and decided to hire her on the spot. Her communication was great and she was very well mannered during the interview....

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Aniella B.

Fair Lawn, NJ

3.3(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Aniella! I'm currently studying education at Ramapo College, and looking forward to graduating very soon. I am a volleyball coach and substitute teacher in the Bergenfield school district. I'm always looking to get more experience, and open to working with any age group. :)

Trina B. says "We hired Aniella for President's week to care for our 5 year old. First, let me state the positives...she is really energetic, hands-on, keeps the child...

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Lucia R.

Certified SPED Teacher

Clifton, NJ

4.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
I have been babysitting children for over 15 years. I have babysat for all ages including multiple children at the same time for families. Previously, I worked taking care of adults with special needs and children with special needs. I used to work at an adult daycare and worked as a camp counselor for 4 summers. Previously, I...

Emily A. says "I interviewed Lucia and found her to be very professional. She had a well prepared resume listing her excellent experiences. Unfortunately her school...

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Liana B.

Emerson, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
My name is Liana and I'm a child caregiver from Emerson, NJ. I am a 21 years old nursing student studying remotely. I am CPR certified in American Heart Association. I have a deep knowledge on child growth and development. Available for occasional date nights!!

Laura S. says "She was very helpful and very kind. She mostly took care of my kids and pets when I'm out of town. She helps the kids with homework and school activities....

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Laurie A.

Currently Available Mornings For Child And Elder Care

Fair Lawn, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Mature professional caregiver. Used to working with young children and seniors. Worked as a paraprofessional in the local school districts for several years. The past 6 years I have been a nanny to 2 children.

Katherine M. says "Laurie has been watching my 3 children for two months. She is very reliable and loves to cook. She has a grown son and is a safe driver. "

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Gabriella K.

Experienced Babysitter Available On Weekends And Mondays.

Saddle Brook, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a decade of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My previous child care roles have reinforced my desire to positively impact young lives. I believe in a patient, creative, and friendly approach to childcare. I keep parents informed...

Ryan R. says "Gabby is a very responsible babysitter that really cares about the children and enjoys caring for kids, she's on time and dependable whenever I needed her...

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Heather S.

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Tenafly, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
Mother of two teenage boys. I was a stay at home mom who raised my children for approximately 8 years. I am a very hands on mom & I am very involved with their sports & activities. I enjoy playing sports with them as well. I think the best experience is being a mom & it's the greatest gift ever. When the boys were younger we...

Care Member says "Heather is a great caregiver - very personable and caring. Would highly recommend her to take care of your loved one. "

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Melika C.

Energetic, Outgoing And Lively Sitter

Haledon, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
To Whom it may concern, Hi! I'm Melika C, a 27-year-old entrepreneur who always loves working with children. Recently became a new mom a year ago. Looking for a family that is looking for Monday through Friday help. Very open to flexible schedules, house duties & activities. I've been using care. com for about 3 years now &...

Katiuska R. says "Melika helped out with our child when he was 1 year old and she was very reliable. Often times our need for her was inconsistent due to our schedules...

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Robyne M.

Child Or Eldercare On Call

Paramus, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
Professional Behaviorist & Life Coach. Grandmother w/ 40 yrs experience working in non-profit Management families & children all ages. Previous owner childcare/pre-school, past Youth Minister, 25 yrs domestic violence families, DOJ Senior Supervisor, 30 yrs Foster Parent/Respite care. Autism Spectrum Specialist, DV, SA. *ANIMAL...

Care Member says "She’s very sweet. My boys enjoyed playing w her. "

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Michelle Z.

Part-time Caregiver

Bergenfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
My experience in babysitting has been on and off. I would babysit occasionally in high school for my mom's co-worker in the mornings for two kids. Duties would include helping them read, feeding them, and general activities. It was mostly 2011 when I had to care for my newborn nephew. I would work 3 days of the week from 6 a.m....

Care Member says "Michelle was wonderful with our son! They played fun games and he was sad to see her go. I'd highly recommend her to anyone looking for a friendly and...

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Lourdes T.

Part-Time Or Full-Time

Lodi, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
meal prep
Nanny 14 plus years. I have taken care of new born to 14 years of age. Also I have experience in taking care of elderly. I am loving and caring. I've taken care of 8 kids at a time as well as twins. Also in my home there have been 58 kids living with us through foster care as my mom is a licensed foster mom so I help her through...

Miguel M. says "Es una joven buena y trabajadora cuida muy bien los niños y también siempre les está enseñando cosas Nuevas cómo leer y hablar es muy cariñosa y atenta...

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Drita H.

Afternoon / Weekend's Baby Sitter

Little Ferry, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
I am very dedicated women and wonderful with children. Working in the education field (since 1990) has been a great experience for me knowing the different age of students and their personality as well. I am comfortable being around them and have a fun yet education approach. I have compassion and love for children. Spending...

Shweta K. says "Dritta was taking care of my 9 year old twin boys since Spring. She is very reliable, polite, dedicated and made sure to spend quality time with my kids....

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Emmarilis V.

Experienced Babysitter And Teacher

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
I have an incredible amount of experience working with children of all ages. At Montclair State University, I gained knowledge on pedagogy, and how to manage children in grades K-6. I am currently enrolled in Montclair State University as a graduate students to receive a M. ed in T. O. S. D. (teacher of student with...

Tapiwa C. says "She is very professional and reliable."

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Christine C.

Montessori Care

Bergenfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
I am a certified Montessori Elementary teacher with 7 years of experience -- fun, loving, and caring!

Monica C. says "I've know Christine for more than a decade and she's become family to me. She's a great person and has a friendly personality. Christine is very...

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Madilynn M.

Hey! I'm Maddy , I Can't Wait To Get To Know You.

Secaucus, NJ

4.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
Hey Families!! If you're in the search for a full / part time nanny, I would be more then happy to help you! I have 5+ years of experience with infants to children! Im also very active and always looking for ways to keep the children engaged in activities. I've done overnights, date nights and occasional aside. I am CPR and...

Care Member says "She was wonderful! I definitely felt comfortable leaving my little girl with her. Will be booking with her again in the future :)"

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Patricia P.

Part-time Babysitter

Township of Washington, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
I have over 25 years of childcare experience, which includes both non-paying and paying jobs. The non-paying "gig" involves raising my two sons, one is a college graduate, and the other is a high school sophomore. I've been a substitute teacher in the Westwood Regional School District since 2019. Prior to COVID, I was a...

Sian R. says "Fabulous babysitter, would hire her again in a heartbeat"

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Silvia S.

Hawthorne, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm experienced baby sitter, I have been working for 4 years, I have CDA certification, good references, am responsible, hard working, and caring , am looking forward to meet you and your family

Jamie H. says "Silvia was very loving and kept my 4 and 6 year old children safe and well taken care of."

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.64/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.8

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Elmwood Park, NJ

Babysitters in Elmwood Park, NJ are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Isabel O.

She's a nice person, friendly, very good with the kids including teacher homework. She is very responsible and loving.

- Care member

Stephanie G.

She is an amazing nanny who took care of my two kids, ages 2 and 5. She was so sweet and very prepared. She brought some coloring books and...

- Care member

Valeria E.

Valeria is the absolute best! We found her on Care.com and had her start with our family as. FT Nanny for my 4 month old daughter. She very...

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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Elmwood Park, NJ:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Elmwood Park, 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 22 babysitters in Elmwood Park, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 Elmwood Park, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $21.64 per hour as of June 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 Elmwood Park, 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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