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60 babysitters are listed in Highland Park, NJ
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Highland Park, NJ
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Jéssica, I consider myself a honest person, caring and responsible.
I've worked with kids for about 7 years, I started when I was a teenager, I would watch kids from my family and neighbors kids, I also did volunteer jobs for a orphanage.
About 5 years ago I came to USA as an au pair and I lived and worked for a family...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jessica is great! She on time and reliable. She has watched my daughter on occasion for about a year now. Being that my daughter is autistic she is very hands on and patient. "
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5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm a responsible, experienced, and engaging nanny/babysitter. I have 10+ years of experience caring for children in one-on-one settings, as well as 5+ years of experience caring for children in school/daycare settings. I am experienced caring for children from as young as 4 weeks to as old as 14! I truly love children of...
Isabella can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Izzy has provided excellent childcare for my 3 children, ages 2,6 and 8.My kids loved spending time with her. She engaged with each of my children right at their developmental levels. She was the perfect blend of firm yet warm hearted. ! She was reliable,...
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Carmen K.
Highland Park, NJ
$35/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi Everyone, I have a master degree in Biomedical Sciences, and I love teaching and taking care of children any age. I can give private lessons in any subjects, do any type of chores, cook, take care of the house, play, entertain and much more. I have experience in babysitting since a was 16. I am reliable, always on time,...
Carmen can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Carmen is a fabulous babysitter! She is energetic and fun! I completely trust her with my child. She is honest and reliable. One of the best sitters I’ve had! "
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5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mother myself who has raised 3 children (they are adults now). I love and enjoy caring for children. I have a total of 8 years of professional experience with ages ranging from new born to teenagers. I am a urdu and Hindi native speaker and have a good understanding of English as well.
5.0
"Irum is very accommodating and punctual. It's always a pleasure to have her home. She is very polite with the kids too. And one can always tell that she is an experienced babysitter. Kudos to you!"
Caterina R.
Taryn L.
Highland Park, NJ
$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Taryn! I grew up in New Jersey and recently moved back from Maryland where I was working in a childcare center teacher preschool. I taught at this center for 7 years and worked with all ages ranging from infants to 5 years old. I love to read in my spare time and be outside as much as I can!
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Taryn is AMAZING! She has cared for my two children many times. She is loving, patient, reliable, and trustworthy. Both my children are high energy, have food allergies, and my son has a language impairment and sensory difficulties. Taryn handles their needs and...
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Over the past 20 years, I have taken care of multiple children ranging in age from 3 months to 15 years old. In addition to caring for your children, I would be happy to help with meal preparation and other household chores. I am very responsible, punctual and have my own reliable car for transportation. I would be happy to help...
Basia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Cassie P.
Highland Park, NJ
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Kindergarten Teacher Available As Part Time Babysitter (Weekends & Summer)
I have been working as a caregiver for children for since I was in high school. I have worked for many years as a babysitter, a professional certified elementary school teacher, and as a private tutor. I am currently teach Kindergarten full time. I have a NJ State teaching certificate and a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood...
Cassie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old. I grew up babysitting my younger brother and also babysitting a few of the younger kids in the neighborhood. When I was in high school, I also babysat for a few families in our local community. I continued to babysit part time throughout college and graduate school. Most...
Melanie can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
I am a patient, responsible, 22-year-old with childcare and eldercare experience. I am a Nationally Certified EMT, I can cook meals, and I keep Kosher and Shabbat. I am great at finding creative ways to keep kids engaged, happy and safe. I have experience caring for high functioning special needs children, and children and...
Ilana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Salome K.
Highland Park, NJ
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry and cooking. I have experience working babies from 3 month and older ( toddlers and kids) . I have experience work with kids and toddlers with ADHD. I love spending time with kids and having so much fun with them. I respect everyone's parenting style...
Salome can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Meghan P.
Highland Park, NJ
$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Teacher Looking For Child Care Opportunities For The Summer
Working with children is my passion. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education and over 10 years of child care and teaching experience. I also have two children of my own, my daughter is 20 and is a student at Rutgers and my son is 16. I currently teach Pre-K in the Plainfield Public School District. So, I would be looking to...
Meghan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Hi there! My name is Polly, and I'm a student at Bryn Mawr College studying psychology. I currently work at the college's preschool , where I've gained valuable experience in caring for and engaging with young children.
I have several years of experience caring for children of all ages-from toddlers to pre-teens-and I'm...
Polly can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Hello! I'm a very reliable, responsible, and creative sitter. I've been a camp counselor, an after school aide, an assistant teacher at a daycare, and a babysitter. I love kids and making them smile while having fun! I enjoy doing crafts with kids, going to parks, or any fun activity for them! Ultimately my goal is to become a...
Cara can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Benjamin K.
Highland Park, NJ
$15/hr • 7 yrs exp
I have been a babysitter for over seven years. Currently, I am a preschool teacher.
Benjamin can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I'm here to help! Here is a little bit about myself. I'm very professional and will provide exceptional care for your children. I have extensive experience looking after children of all ages, having worked as a nanny, babysitting kids of all ages including kids with ADHD, bipolar disorder, Down syndrome, Autism, borderline...
Petra B.
Highland Park, NJ
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced Baby Sitter Have My Own Child Personal Experience
Hello everyone I have a 11-year-old son. I believe the best babysitting experience comes from having children of your own. I also worked as a babysitter in the past. I graduated from Rutgers. I am a caring babysitter that loves kids. I like outdoor activities as well as indoor board games =)
Petra can also help with: Travel
Caroline C.
Highland Park, NJ
$15-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
I have worked for many years as a babysitter for children as young as 6 months to 12 years old. I have some experience with children with special needs ranging from autism to developmental delays. I have also worked for 5 years as a camp counselor with children from 5 years old to 14 years old. Additionally, I was an assistant...
Caroline can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Tamara D.
Highland Park, NJ
$18-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a recent graduate with a bachelors studying developmental psych. I have experience with babysitting toddlers and have also worked with teens who have autism in ABA trained classrooms.
Hello! My name is Miranda, and I recently moved to Highland Park to start a Master's program at Rutgers. I have been babysitting since I was around 12, and I have taken care of mostly school-age children. I also have experience sitting for babies aged 6 months and up. I enjoy finding fun and creative activities to entertain...
Miranda can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Hi there! My name is Julia and I am a 25-year-old female, born and raised in Princeton NJ! I am an art-loving, nature-adventuring babysitter with a heart full of joy and a passion for nurturing young minds. With three years of experience teaching art and volunteering abroad to teach environmental science to fourth graders, I...
Juma can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Special Needs Care
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Highland Park, NJ
Jessica S.
5.0
Jessica is a very sweet and responsable baby sitter. She is always on time which is important to me when comes to babysit my babies. She has a lot of experience and is a wonderful person. I know I don’t have to worry when she’s taking care of my kids while I am away for few hours.
- Care member
Isabella M.
5.0
Izzy has provided excellent childcare for my 3 children, ages 2,6 and 8.My kids loved spending time with her. She engaged with each of my children right at their developmental levels. She was the perfect blend of firm yet warm hearted. ! She was reliable, responsible and just an all around nice...
- Care member
Carmen K.
5.0
Carmen was great with our son! Highly recommend hiring her! She is professional, responsive and interactive!
- Andrew S.
Gul E I.
5.0
Gul is an exceptional nanny. Her professionalism is unparalleled. She arrives punctually, and her communication is outstanding. We always receive detailed updates about our children's activities, meals, and any notable moments throughout the day, which brings us peace of mind. Her creativity knows...
- Huqfa S.
Taryn L.
5.0
Taryn is AMAZING! She has cared for my two children many times. She is loving, patient, reliable, and trustworthy. Both my children are high energy, have food allergies, and my son has a language impairment and sensory difficulties. Taryn handles their needs and differences flawlessly. My children...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Highland Park, NJ:
How can I find a Highland Park babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Highland 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 50 babysitters in Highland Park, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 3.8. 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 Highland Park, NJ?
The average rate for Highland Park, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $20.24 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 Highland Park, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Highland Park, 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.