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I have 20 years experience heading the youth program at my church in Bergen county. This includes working with age groups six months to 21 years old.
I currently work in elementary education right here in Sussex county.
Working and interacting with youth is one of the greatest joys in my life.
I have experience...
Donna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Melissa J.
Lafayette, NJ
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello there! My name is Melissa and I am looking for part time work. Full time I am an in home counselor and work with children and families. I have held this position for the last 3 years. I have experience babysitting in a nursery for 1 year and a few years experience babysitting.
I am known to be very friendly, kind and...
Melissa J.
Lafayette, NJ
$20-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello there! In my full time, I work as a counselor. With my flexible schedule, I am looking for part time work. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I have experience with dogs, reptiles and some exotic pets including hedgehogs. I am also available for babysitting, light cleaning, assisting with errand, laundry and help...
Melissa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a positive, energetic and kind person, who has been babysitting since the age of 14. I have worked with children of all age from newborn to preteens. Over the summers I run the preschool games at my church's Vacation Bible School. For my first three years of College, I was a babysitter at a MOPS group, for children of ages...
Georgeanne can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Georgeanne P.
Lafayette, NJ
$12-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have loved animals all of my life. I grew up with two cats of my own. I helped my neighbor raise puppies while she was a foster for an animal shelter. I currently have two dog and a cat who I just adore. Beside my own pets I have also been pet sitting since the age of 10 in my home and in the home of the people I am watching...
Georgeanne can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Justina S.
Oak Ridge, NJ
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very patient, and charismatic career nanny who thoroughly enjoys working with children. I hold both a bachelor's degree in Juvenile and Family Justice as well as a graduate certificate in Child Advocacy and Policy. Additionally I have nearly 14 years of experience working with children ages ranging from newborn to 10...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Justina was such a great babysitter for our toddler son. I 100% recommend her and would hire her again! She played outside with him, took him to the park, and played games and read books with him. You don't need to look any further once you have found Justina...
Erin L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have lots of experience with pets of all sizes and ages! I can take care of your dog whenever you need. I have lots of energy and patience, I can walk, feed, sleep, and play with them!
Allison can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, dog training, boarding, pet walking
4.3
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have enjoyed working with children since I was 12 years old. I worked in child care centers and with private families through the years. I studied Early Childhood Education at Montclair for two years, but just finished my associates degree in Dec of '22. I did not study special education, but I have many years of personal...
Kristina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I spoke with Kristina on 2 separate occasions regarding my families needs. Unfortunately, I did not follow up in a reasonable amount of time and lost the opportunity to have her care for my children. When I spoke with her 2 months later, she tried every possible...
Susan C.
5.0
(1)
I was blessed by growing up in a large family which provided me with a lot of hands on experience. In addition, I have two children of my own (one 14, the other 16.)
Kate can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Kate is a diligent, organized, outgoing person who always goes above and beyond in her performance of any task given to her. Kate doesn't give up on a challenge and is committed to the work assigned to her."
Cindy F.
Mary W.
Sparta, NJ
$18/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Mary, I just graduated college and I am home for the summer and looking for a nannying job before I start work in the fall. I have several years experience babysitting and also working with kids as a dance teacher. I absolutely love working with kids because it allows me to see the world from their perspective...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Mary was great! My son had the best time with her and he can’t wait for her to come back."
Care member
4.9
(11)
I have over 12 years' experience in senior care giving which includes Hoyer lifts, bathing, dressing, feeding , managing medications, cooking meals, doing laundry, shopping, scheduling doctor appointments and transporting patients to their doctor appointments. I have several years as certified nursing assistant at a nursing...
Joann can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"Joann O enjoys what she does and it shows by the care that she provides!
Joann took care of me right after a surgery. She provided me with wound care, assisted me with my daily grooming along with waiting on me hand and foot. During that time she took on all...
Beatrice P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Kayla A. I am going to be a junior in college and 20 years old. I go to Marist College and study psychology. I am home for summer break and looking for job opportunities to babysit for families and friends! I have always been interested in working with children and love children. In the past I have taught a...
Kayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have known Kayla in the capacity as a student at Sparta High School. She is responsible, conscientious, and hard-working. I would highly recommend her for any position that requires a wonderful disposition."
Jane E.
Deanna R.
Lake Hopatcong, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am An Experienced Babysitter Available Full-Time Monday-Friday
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've been working with kids for about 10 years now. I started out babysitting when I was in high school and then after that I've been working in nursery schools and day cares until about a little over a year ago. I started babysitting full time again for an infant and I loved it! And I figured out this is what I really want to...
Deanna can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Deanna has worked for me for almost 2 years. She is wonderful with both of my children (2.5 and 4.5), and they both absolutely love her. She is playful, loving, warm, energetic, everything you would want in a sitter. Because both of my kids are now in school, I...
Ilana R.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a college student who attends Rutgers University where I study business. I've always had a passion for children and have worked with them since I was 16. I was 16 when I helped run a horseback riding day camp where I provided instruction, knowledge, and guidance to children. I have tutored a fourth-grade girl who was...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
5.0
"Ashley has been a great help to my family! She is kind, smart, and had my confidence the first time I met her. I hope and plan to continue working with Ashley. Plus my kids love her! "
Shawn S.
Nicole G.
Sparta, NJ
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience babysitting children from ages 3 months up to 13 years old. I spend time with children everyday, as my mom is a nanny.
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We are very happy with Nicole. She watches our 3 kids right now and is always reliable and my kids love her. "
Amy G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am available to help take care of your of your mom or dad. I have done senior care on and off for many different family members over the years that took ill and could no longer take care of themselves. I did things such as prepare meals, help with getting them dressed, running errands, taking them to doctor's appointments,...
Laurie can also help with: Errands, personal care, dementia, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"Laurie is a wonderful care taker.She is very knowledgeable and dependable.Very loving and caring.
Thank you Laurie!"
Karen L.
Alicja W.
Lake Hopatcong, NJ
$25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience working as a companionship. Shopping, light house work, doctors appointments and driving to doctor appointment, managing medication.
Little bit about myself. I'm Polish, came here 29 years ago. Went to college here and got my associate degree in Early Childhood Education.
I'm first aid and CPR certified....
Alicja can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Alicja is amazing! Dependable, talented and caring. We are so lucky to have her."
Soula A.
5.0
(3)
Hi!
My name is Tori and I am a certified medical assistant looking for a nanny position.
I am a goofy, energetic, music loving, bundle of fun all in one. I love to sing, dance, do art projects and just be myself.
Growing up I was always around children, being that my mom was a teacher, I knew that's what I wanted to do. I...
Tori can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I’ve had the pleasure of working with Tori at a job I was employed at for 15+ years and she was a patient, hard working and dedicated individual. "
Care member
4.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a compassionate, fun and loving mom who is looking for a position to care one or two children. I have experience as a nanny and I am also a registered nurse pursing my advanced practice degree. I have volunteered with a youth advocate program and JBWS caring for children of special circumstance. I find great joy in watching...
Shannon can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Great with our 2 little boys! Couldn't ask for anything more! Highly recommended "
Nick C.
Angela E.
Sparta, NJ
$14-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! Always Willing To Help And Thinking Of Fun Activities To Do !
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience working in daycares and have been babysitting for the past three years. Please reach out if you have any questions or would like to get to know me more. I look forward to hearing from you soon!
Angela can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lafayette, NJ
Justina S.
5.0
Justina was such a great babysitter for our toddler son. I 100% recommend her and would hire her again! She played outside with him, took him to the park, and played games and read books with him. You don't need to look any further once you have found Justina for your babysitting needs!
- Erin L.
Kristina C.
5.0
I spoke with Kristina on 2 separate occasions regarding my families needs. Unfortunately, I did not follow up in a reasonable amount of time and lost the opportunity to have her care for my children. When I spoke with her 2 months later, she tried every possible way to make our schedules work....
- Susan C.
Kate G.
5.0
Kate is a diligent, organized, outgoing person who always goes above and beyond in her performance of any task given to her. Kate doesn't give up on a challenge and is committed to the work assigned to her.
- Cindy F.
Mary W.
5.0
Mary was great! My son had the best time with her and he can’t wait for her to come back.
- Care member
Joann O.
5.0
Joanne is very knowledgeable in what she does. She takes the time to listen to her patients and she cares about them. She is funny, loyal and Dedicated in every way she becomes family. I highly recommend her for all your senior care.
- Lynn R.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Lafayette, NJ:
How can I find a Lafayette babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Lafayette, 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 5 babysitters in Lafayette, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Lafayette, NJ?
The average rate for Lafayette, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $14.40 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 Lafayette, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Lafayette, 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.