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Lauren B.

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Garwood, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
6 years experience
I like working with kids because being around them is fun, yet challenging and rewarding. I'm looking for a job that lets me provide a service with two purposes. On one hand I get to care for, comfort and entertain an awesome kid, while at the same time being there for the parent when needed and offer some support....

Care Member says "Lauren is the only person I will trust with my kids and pets! She's always patient, loving, and reliable. She's especially great with my special needs...

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Julia H.

Garwood, NJ

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hi families!! My name is Julia and I am a 19-year-old sophomore at Montclair State University, studying early childhood education. I am located in Garwood and have my own car. I currently have availability on Wednesdays and weekends! I am also open to one time sitting that fits my schedule. I have 3 years of paid babysitting...
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Ediza O.

Nanny Position Fall

Garwood, NJ

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello families , I'm available on Wednesday and Fridays, and occasionally on weekends. I'm also open to overnight as well. I have excellent references, years of experience with children of all ages, 0-17 and I truly love what I do. I'm responsible, caring, and always focused on creating a safe and fun environment for the kids....
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Jaroslava H.

Experienced Pre-k Teacher

Garwood, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
I have over 30 years of experience in childcare as a pre-k teacher and weekend language teacher. I like to support childrens development through varous activities such as arts & crafts, singing, dancing.
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Victoria G.

Nanny

Garwood, NJ

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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
I'm a 23-year-old with six years of experience working with children, ranging from infants to middle school-aged kids. My background includes private childcare, where I've provided overnight care, light housekeeping, driving children to school and activities, supervision, and light meal preparation. I've also worked in a...
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Alex G.

Garwood, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I'm a teacher with 7 years of experience of working with kids of all ages and abilities. My passion for nurturing and educating children, coupled with my positive babysitting experiences, led me to pursue a career where I can make a meaningful difference in their lives. My patient, calm, and creative personality allows me to...
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Kate H.

Garwood, NJ

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi Families :) My name is Kate, I am 23 years old with a bachelors degree in English from The college of New Jersey. I have years of experience working as a nanny, tutor, and in schools with ages 12 months - 10 years. I have two years of early childhood education, and I am also a writer in my spare time. I have reliable...
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Yessenia T.

Full Time Job

Garwood, NJ

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
On my experience I worked with kids of baby born 7 months 4, 7 and 10 years old. It is very nice for me because I'M friendly and lovely person I love to take care play and teach to my kids and follow instructions from the parents. I am willing to take them to the park, pool in summer time, cooking classes, love to share my...
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Amanda L.

Fun, Young, Educational Sitter

Westfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi! My name's Amanda. I'm a 23-year-old recent college graduate looking to entertain and care for up to 3 children. I have 7 years of babysitting experience, as well as 1 year of camp counselor experience. I can help with light housekeeping, laundry, cooking, and other domestic needs. I am comfortable with all pets.

Sarah N. says "Amanda is the most reliable sitter I have ever hired in my 10 years as a parent. She was always on time regardless of how early her shift started or bad...

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Emma F.

Fun And Friendly Babysitter!

Westfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi there, I'm Emma! I am a recent graduate from NYU where I studied dance and psychology. This past school year, I worked at an after school program in Brooklyn teaching dance to 4-5-year-olds. Given the current state of uncertainty we live in, I have moved out of Manhattan and back home with my loving parents in Westfield, NJ....

Kerry J. says "Emma helped me and my family in a pinch this summer. She was so energetic and a calming presence when things were a bit crazy! She brought games with her...

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Tais A.

+3000 Hours Of Childcare Reliable Driver Excellent Swimmer English, Spanish, Portuguese Speaker

Hillside, NJ

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
Hello families, I'm Tais and I'm 26yo, I'm a very polite person, and responsible. I love kids and I'm energetic to play with them. For me, patience is the key when you handle with kids, be kind and interactive too. Currently, I've been babysitting full time a 4yo boy and a newborn baby, I've been with the same family for 2 years...

Yaping W. says "Tais helped us for one weekend. She did a very good job to take care of my active 3-year-old girl. She is proficient in childcare and operated...

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Karema B.

Experience Nanny/babysitter

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello Parents, My name is Karema. I am a nanny/ babysitter in the Essex County area and I am open to all surrounding areas. I have taken care of multiple families as a nanny/babysitter for the past 10 years, but overall I have 16 years of experience in childcare. I enjoy interacting with the children of all age's from newborn to...

Mirah H. says "Karema was reliable, kind, considerate and extremely helpful when caring for my grandmother. She always took the initiative to help with tasks around the...

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Drew L.

Experienced Nanny Seeking Full Time Opportunity

Westfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi everyone! My name is Drew. I'm 34. My experience includes being a nanny for a beautiful family with 3 children ages 4-7 and previously babysitting children ages 2-12. I am currently a full time nanny for a family residing in Westfield, children 7 months and 4 years old! (Baby is now almost 16 months). I also am a part time...

Care Member says "Drew is an afternoon nanny for our 18 month old and 4.5 year old. She always comes excited to engage and play with the kids. She helps prepare and clean...

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Alison V.

Nanny

Elizabeth, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
ABOUT ME: I AM FULLY VACCINATED. Criminal Background Check Available (From July 2021) I am a loving, patient, caring, attentive, and enthusiastic woman. I love arts and crafts, interactive play (both indoor/outdoor), reading books, etc. Please note that activities WILL VARY based on the developmental needs & age of the...

Melissa R. says "Alison is the most trustworthy, honest, professional, responsible, sweetest, reliable, amazing care provider I've ever met. I can trust her with my kids...

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Rebecca M.

Edison, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Hello ! My name is Rebecca and I am a recent graduate from Queens College with a studio art/art education major pre-k-12. What made me love children and seniors was working with them in community houses/ nursing homes, after-school programs and babysitting my brother, cousins and neighbors since I was a young teen. Through these...

Iuliia K. says "I hired Rebecca to take care of my 5-years old son. My boy really loved being with her, he said it was fun to read and make his homework with her. She...

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Alexa C.

Part-time Babysitter Available

Mountainside, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
My name is Alexa and I am 24 years old living in Mountainside, New Jersey. I have experience with children all ages, and can provide multiple references if needed. I have a car and a perfect driving record too. I describe myself as responsible, creative, enthusiastic, and amiable. I love to get creative with fun activities while...

Ali H. says "I would highly recommend Alexa. She was very attentive to the children's needs and did a great job. "

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Ysabel D.

Sitter

Perth Amboy, NJ

4.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Thank you for checking out my profile! I was a Social Studies teacher in the Dominican Republic for a few years. I've had my NJ Child Care License for 2 years now. I am highly qualified, motivated, fun, high alert, and am detail-oriented. :) Please note that my primary language is Spanish, I do understand English and speak it to...

Rosa A. says "Excellent. Would recommend to anyone."

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Alyssa M.

Linden, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello, my name is Alyssa! I'm a graduate student pursuing a masters degree in occupational therapy with the intention of working specifically with children! I spend a large majority of my time organizing group events for high school aged kids, and when thats out of season I counsel elementary-middle school aged children at a...

Cecil R. says "Alyssa is probably one of the most reliable people I have known. We were in need of sitters last year for a wedding at our church and Alyssa immediately...

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Nichanuch M.

Hello!

Roselle Park, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I'm looking for Date night/weekend job. - I have 5 years experiences. I was an teacher assistant. I took care of 3 kids (3. 5years old boy and the twins girls 2 years old). I took care of 5 months old until she was 2 years old. Now I'm taking care of 3 years old girl who I have been taking care of her since she was 11 months...

Care Member says "Nicha was excellent! She was so nurturing and playful with our 1 year old baby. She taught him songs, how to enjoy reading and took him for walks. She...

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Stephanie M.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
Part-Time Caregiver Available

Jessica M. says "While caring for our daughter over the past three years, Steph has become family. From day 1, I knew our little Covid baby was in good hands and this has...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.62/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Garwood, NJ

Babysitters in Garwood, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Lauren B.

Lauren is the only person I will trust with my kids and pets! She's always patient, loving, and reliable. She's especially great with my...

- Care member

Amanda L.

Amanda is the most reliable sitter I have ever hired in my 10 years as a parent. She was always on time regardless of how early her shift...

- Sarah N.

Emma F.

Emma helped me and my family in a pinch this summer. She was so energetic and a calming presence when things were a bit crazy! She brought...

- Kerry J.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Garwood, NJ:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Garwood, 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 8 babysitters in Garwood, 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 Garwood, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $20.62 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 Garwood, 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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