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60 babysitters are listed in Fairfield, NJ
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Fairfield, NJ
5.0
(2)
As a college student in South Orange, New Jersey, pursuing a nursing degree, I bring over 7 years of babysitting and part-time nanny experience, enabling me to witness children of all ages grow into confident, inquisitive individuals. Proficient in child development, safety, and nurturing positive behaviors, my family upbringing...
Savannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My husband Kevin and I had Savannah as our babysitter. And I couldn’t have asked for a better babysitter. She was very attentive and interactive with my two daughters. Savannah also made sure to follow our schedule for our kids bedtimes and screen time. We will...
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Kaylan V.
Paterson, NJ
$22/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Kaylan! I am 24 years old, fluent in both English & Spanish, & hold a BA from Montclair State University in Psychology & Child Advocacy. I have four little brothers, 15, 12, 12, & 8 y/o, they're my world and have sparked my passion for children w ADHD & ASD. I've had 8+ years of experience both through babysitting...
Kaylan can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Kaylan is a wonderful caregiver. She's smart, fun, patient and extremely kindhearted. I can't recommend her highly enough!"
Eileen K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Alexa. I am 23 years old. I just graduated Montclair State University with a bachelor's degree in Elementary education k-6. I have worked at a daycare that cares for children 0-5 for 5 years. I worked with multiple ages but was a head teacher of a 3-year-old classroom for 2 years. I am currently an elementary...
Alexa can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alexa is very great with children of all ages. She had such a great energy and personality so my children felt very comfortable with me leaving them with her. She even asked me some questions about my children's interests so she knew what they would enjoy doing...
Emily S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Jovanka. I have more than 10 years of experience working with single, multiple children, and twins of various ages. I also work as a behavioral assistant and am a Registered Behavior Technician. I am very energetic, organized, caring, and loving but most importantly I love making every child happy. I am also a mom...
Jovanka can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jovanka is just fabulous! She is very nurturing and genuine and my 19 month old daughter took right to her. She took the time to teach my daughter new words and interact with her constantly. I would highly recommend! "
Brooklyn K.
Tracey L.
Wayne, NJ
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have had a lot of experience caring for children and I am looking for a babysitting job. I have my college degree in Education and English. I am a certified teacher and worked in a school as an instructional aide. I have a lot of experience in babysitting, working in a classroom setting, and have worked with daycare students...
Tracey can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"Tracey was very good with my children. She followed through with phone calls and texts throughout the interview process. "
Denise R.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Gisselle. I live in Belleville, NJ. I was a public school teacher for 5 years and have been working at a private school in Nutley for two years. I am a fourth grade teacher. I am available after school hours and on weekends as a tutor or as a babysitter. Feel free to message or email me.
Gisselle can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Jai-la H.
West Orange, NJ
$17/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi My name is Jai-La | am 22 years old and l've been babysitting since I was 14. I started with an 11-month-old baby and grew with her and I've been babysitting her off and on since then. But since then l've babysat ages 4 months-14 years old.
Jai-la can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Hired her a few years ago for our weekly date nights and she was super sweet. My son was usually shy around new people but loved her right away. If we still lived in the area I would certainly hire her again!"
Shari J.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi everyone, thank you for taking the time to review my page. I have been babysitting for seven years now. I have credible sources for the kids I have babysat in the past. The best part about being a babysitter is being able to have a connection with the kids and bringing out the best in them. Whether it is bringing out their...
Keana can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Keana is a very dependable, hard working person. She always puts her work first, and is always ready to learn new things quickly. She has taken care of my daughter plenty of times on short notice, and is very loving and gentle with her. My daughter always loves...
Kassandra F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Estefania but everyone calls me Nia. I've been babysitting for 7 years now. I have experience with all ages and am comfortable with all ages 3 months and up. I am OK with providing transportation to and from extracurricular activities and school.
Estefania can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"While only with us a short time (we're moving), Estefania was great with our kids, and was always on time, we will miss her."
Patrick M.
Stephanie M.
Denville, NJ
$23-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi there! I have experience caring for children of all ages, as well as creating and executing fun and interesting activities to keep them engaged. I've been a brownie, cub scout and girl scout leader (in total: ages 3-15) for the past 13 years. I'm 11-16 years older than my sister and cousins, so I have exceeding newborn...
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Stephanie is hard-working, thoughtful, creative, and an all-around delight to know. She never lets anything slip through the cracks, proving her attention to detail. Anyone would be lucky to work with her."
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I've been in childcare for over 8 years. In the past I was caring for children between the ages of 3 months to 2 years old at a daycare. Changed diapers, fed, and encouraged the enhancement of motor skills. Cheered for them as they took their first steps, said their first words and danced to the beat of their own drum....
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Samantha is the best! My kids love her. She is so fun, patient, and great at drawing."
Maggie K.
Destiny G.
Orange, NJ
$33/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi, my name is destiny. I have been doing childcare for over six years, I have experience with children who has disabilities including autism, down syndrome, deafness, cleft lip and palate. I also have experience in pet sitting. I have not had any other job beside these two fields, I love what I do and I wouldn't change it for...
5.0
"Destiny started watching my son when he was 3 months old. She always made sure he was reaching his mile stones and even helped after cleft lip and palate surgery ! She's absolutely great and still currently watches him here and there he will soon be 3 years old. So...
Sarah E.
Alize C.
Bloomfield, NJ
$17-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! I Am 23 Years Old And Hopefully Your Future Favorite Babysitter!
5.0
(2)
Hi,
I have a little over 6 years of childcare experience. I've worked for a summer camp for about four years, while in high school age range 5-12-year-olds. I've also been a regular babysitter for two different families for four years, and am experienced with working with babies as young as 10 months old. I can help with Light...
Alize can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Very friendly & hands on. My kids love when she baby sits! Hire her, you won't regret it."
Tanya C.
5.0
(4)
Thank you for considering me to help care for your children! My name is Eustacia; Growing up in a single parent household as an only child has always been my personal reasoning for providing childcare and assisting families. In my opinion, being a part of a child's village is one the most fulfilling acts of life. My childcare...
Eustacia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is always on time, does great with getting my little one to eat lunch (which is a problem sometimes) as well as napping. She's awesome!"
La'zahria P.
Karen F.
West Orange, NJ
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
Hi, My name is Ms Karen! I have over 10 years of experience with children in both home & school settings. I come from a background of Montessori education and am comfortable caring for multiple children at a time. I am also CPR certified. I'm looking forward to meeting my future families and providing a loving supportive and...
Karen can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Karen is great with kids, I wouldn’t have anyone else but her. Her personality, determination and passion is just amazing. "
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Samantha C.
Bloomingdale, NJ
$23/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hi there! I'm Sam. I'm a 22-year-old former EMT and current 9-1-1 dispatcher trying to get back into childcare because I feel like this is where I belong! I have 7 years of experience with children of all ages. Additionally, I have extensive experience with special needs children as I have grown up in an autism household. I am...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sam has and continues to care for our youngest child. She has been babysitting my son since he is 2 and he is now 8. Sam is reliable, fun, responsible and goes above and beyond for the kids she cares for. We would not ever hire anyone else besides Sam to care for...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am Olivia! I am a law student at Stetson University, and I have my undergraduate degree in criminal justice from The University of Alabama. I have years of experience in child care, as I was a camp counselor and cheer coach for kids ages 5-12 for four years. I have a younger brother who is 11 and have babysat him his...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Olivia is by far my favorite babysitter! If you hire her, you won't be sorry. She has a calming presence about her that my kids loved about her. They still ask for her months later after we moved. I liked that fact that she wasn't afraid to ask questions. I also...
Christina H.
Leidy V.
Hawthorne, NJ
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi my name is Leidy, 32 years old, very active and love's to be busy, I'm a very friendly and loving person, I am bilingual as well. Looking forward to be part of your family!
Leidy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hi we had a wonderful experience having Liedy watch my son! She watched him since he was 10 months old until almost 2! He really enjoyed playing with her and she was very helpful around the house as well!"
Kruti S.
5.0
(1)
Hi families! My name is Taryya, I am 23 years old and I am looking for a short-term, Monday-Thursday nanny job. I have 4 years experience as a nanny and 5 years as a babysitter. I also have experience as a teacher's assistant, personal assistant, and mother's helper. I have worked with ages ranging from 3 months to 13 years old....
Taryya can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Taryya watched my son from the time he was 6 until she went off to college. He's 9 now and misses her very much, we both do.
My son is special needs and Taryya worked wonders with him. She is carrying, patient and very kindhearted.
Congratulations to the family...
Tyesha P.
5.0
(1)
Hi there!
I am 22 years old currently entering my senior year at Kean University, I am studying Marketing with a minor in Computer Science. I have cared for children ever since I was 15, I started volunteering at my local church to care for children during service and ever since then I enjoyed spending time with kids! I mostly...
Marcy can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I hired Marcy to do occasional babysitting. My 10 year old daughter loves her. She is great with activities, playing games with her and following the schedule. I only wished she had her own transportation so she could help me more."
Sadiq M.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Fairfield, NJ
Savannah R.
5.0
She’s an amazing young lady! She watched our 2 girls for 3 years until she went off to college in a different state, she’s very caring, patient and flexible! Our family misses her tremendously, but very proud and exited for her!
- Care member
Kaylan V.
5.0
Kaylan is a wonderful caregiver. She's smart, fun, patient and extremely kindhearted. I can't recommend her highly enough!
- Eileen K.
Alexa C.
5.0
Alexa is very great with children of all ages. She had such a great energy and personality so my children felt very comfortable with me leaving them with her. She even asked me some questions about my children's interests so she knew what they would enjoy doing with her. I loved seeing her be so...
- Emily S.
Jovanka S.
5.0
Jovanka was great with our kids. She is caring, loving and will go above and beyond to be friends with the kids. My son learned swimming with her, she would take the kids out to parks, library and keep them really engaged. She'd also make healthy snacks for them. She is also attentive and adapts...
- Surabhi P.
Tracey L.
5.0
Tracey was very good with my children. She followed through with phone calls and texts throughout the interview process.
- Denise R.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Fairfield, NJ:
How can I find a Fairfield babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Fairfield, 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 20 babysitters in Fairfield, 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 Fairfield, NJ?
The average rate for Fairfield, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $20.40 per hour as of November 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 Fairfield, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Fairfield, 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.