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60 babysitters are listed in Lake Hopatcong, NJ
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
What others are saying about babysitters in Lake Hopatcong, NJ
CeeCee is absolutely amazing with our twin toddlers. She has endless energy and patience, she's creative with activities and super sweet in…
Review for Christine P. by Shawn C.
Melissa was amazing! She helped with my daughters over the summer. Melissa showed up on time and always with a smile on her face. My kids…
Review for Melissa M. by Jaclyn T.
We had the chance to have Maahirah helping us with our daugthers for 6 months
She was great and the Kids liked her
Review for Maahirah A. by Marie C.
Babysitters in Lake Hopatcong, NJ
Christine P.
Wharton, NJ
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Creative & Engaged Caretaker Provides Learning And Laughter
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have over 18 years experience with childcare, starting as a mother's helper at 11 years old, becoming a sought-after babysitter through my teen years, nannying in college, watching friends' and family's children, and recent experience as a full-time nanny. I have CPR and First Aid training for children and infants.
I worked...
Christine can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"CeeCee is absolutely amazing with our twin toddlers. She has endless energy and patience, she's creative with activities and super sweet in all her interactions with them. We feel totally confident leaving the babies with her and they're always exhausted by the...
Shawn C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Melissa. I am currently a school counselor at Chatham High School and looking for some summer work. I have 10 years of experience babysitting and 3 years of experience working in preschools. About 8 of those years involve working with a boy on the autism spectrum. My current position as a school counselor is...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Melissa was amazing! She helped with my daughters over the summer. Melissa showed up on time and always with a smile on her face. My kids loved her! We continue to keep in touch."
Jaclyn T.
Maahirah A.
Rockaway, NJ
$15-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
3.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 19 years old and live in Rockaway, NJ. I am currently pursuing my Associates at CCM. I have extensive experience with talking care of children. I love working with and teaching kids. I also have my own car with 3 years of experience. Experienced in babysitting and managing households for 5 years. Multi functional qualified...
Maahirah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
5.0
"We had the chance to have Maahirah helping us with our daugthers for 6 months
She was great and the Kids liked her "
Marie C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Dear families and caretakers,
My name is Lauren, and I'm interested in being of help to a loving family. The past five years I have been the music teacher at a private, nonprofit school for students with complex multiple disabilities in Cedar Knolls. I have loved connecting with my students and their families.
As a trained...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My girls loved Lauren! She helped us out with short notice and with some early morning hours. Very punctual and flexible with our weird schedule."
Danielle B.
4.4
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Maya. I am a 30-year-old special education teacher at west Morris Mendham high . I would love to find an awesome family for the afternoon nannying. Before being an educator, I was a career nanny and worked with the same family for 5 years. I am CPR, first aid and Aed certified as well as water saftey trained. I...
Maya can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I would hire Maya again in a heartbeat! From the moment she started working for us, I knew she would blend really well into our family. And she ended up working for us for 3 years :)"
Care member
Carla R.
Dover, NJ
$20-50/hr
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Carla, I'm a mother of two wonderful kids who are 16 and 12 years old. I did babysitting from home a few years ago. I love kids and I'm good with them. I currently work at a bank in Chester NJ and I've been at this job for over 5 years. I'm fluent in English and Spanish
5.0
"Carla was absolutely great with our 3 and 4 year old kids. She helped with the house, was organized and detail oriented, and was everything we hoped for in a nanny!"
Curt G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Melissa and I absolutely love kids! I am from Randolph, NJ. I am an occupational therapist in a public district. I am passionate about working with all children, especially those with special needs. I love doing arts and crafts, reading and running around with kids, but I am also here to help around the house with...
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Melissa was fantastic watching over our son and was incredibly dependable from start to finish. I would strongly recommend her for anyone looking for a kind, caring, and responsible nanny. She communicated daily about when she was picking him up and any other...
Johanna F.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for years around the neighborhood helping out down to my family and baby cousins , I am one of seven and love big families and am incredibly comfortable in the environment . I am athletic and always willing to play with the kids ! I'm a non-smoker have my own transportation and have a clean drivers record...
Kimberly can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kim was wonderful with our 4 and 1 year old. She was always very patient and kind and caring with the children. She made sure homework was done but also made sure both kids had fun all day. We are very grateful to have found her. Anyone would be lucky to hire her...
Sophia B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a dedicated and experienced childcare provider with over two decades of experience, I am passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My previous babysitting roles have only solidified this passion. I believe in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can learn, play, and...
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Chelsea A.
Flanders, NJ
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
25 y. o. ICU nurse, in between jobs. Nonsmoker. CPR certified. Covid vaccinated. Car accessible, never in an accident.
I have extensive experience in childcare, including raising a (now) 5-year-old nephew and a 3-year-old niece, as well as pediatric nursing experience. I have been using Care. com and have never had anything but...
Chelsea can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Chelsea cared for our son (who was between 3-5 months) 2x/week (3-5hrs) over the summer to give this tired mama an extra hand with the baby & around the house. She always arrived with a smile on her face, upbeat energy, a genuine willingness to help out, and a...
Alyxie H.
3.7
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Dioulie. I am 28years old. I've been working as a nanny for 9 years and I also have some experience in daycare. I love working with kids. I am a very patience and fun person. I am a hands on babysitting. I am not on my phone 24/7. I change diapers, bottle feed, nap time/bed time routine, potty training, cook,...
Dioulie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Dioulie has been with our family for over 4 years now and we could not be happier with her as our nanny. Our kids adore her and we trust her immensely. Her kind and caring demeanor put me as ease when I went back to work after having my first child and she has...
Laura C.
Victoria S.
Denville, NJ
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked 8 years as a teacher of elementary school in my native country. I worked for 3 years in day care center in Clifton, NJ. I worked for 12 years as a coordinator in a children's diagnostic center. Now I am retired, and I live in parsippany, NJ. I am available for transportation to/from school/camp. Last 5 years I worked as...
Victoria can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Victoria was watching my son for 2 years prior us starting preschool. We could not be more happy with her and her outstanding care!
She is punctual, dependable and has a gift for caring for children. My son was looking forward for Victoria to come and every day...
Elena M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Briana and I am 24 years old. I have been a nanny for 8 years with one of those years formerly being a Jr. Assistant for an after care program at an elementary School. I'm available to provide great references and I am vaccinated. I have experience with children in ages ranging from infant to preteens. I am...
Briana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Briana is a very sweet, reliable person. She will always be there when you need her and sometimes even on call. She pours her heart into the children and loves what she does! She will be the best nanny but also a friend to your child/children. You won't ever regret...
Carol S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
-I'm looking for a family that needs an extra set of helping hands and loving heart!
-About me:
-I'd describe my personality as caring, patient, and attentive. I am very flexible, always on time & will communicate very well with you. I served in the military so punctuality is very important to me.
-Skills include: having tons...
5.0
"Joyce watched our two kids when my husband and I went out for a date night. She did very well and our children enjoyed their time with her."
Jessica M.
5.0
(15)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Amira :)
I am a compassionate childcare worker: A detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. I am currently an afterschool teacher, daytime nanny, and babysitter to multiple families. I received my Associates in Graphic Design & Child and Family Studies.
My love and passion comes from...
Amira can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Amira is very kind and caring, and she has experience working with kids both in a school setting doing aftercare and also doing various babysitting and nannying jobs, and she really enjoys working with kids! "
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Destiny S.
Dover, NJ
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(14)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I absolutely love kids. I've had many years of experience ever since I was young from watching newborns to teenagers throughout the years. I am a very reliable and responsible young woman, who is willing to expand my experiences even more with babysitting. Some words to describe me would be positive, energetic, fun, and happy....
Destiny can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Destiny was awesome with my boys. Very patient and kind. She's also quick to respond and is flexible. Would definitely hire again."
Sabrina K.
3.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Kayleen, a sophomore in college with about 2+ years of experience. I would constantly baby sit my little brother as well as a little one year til he was old enough to start daycare. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping and meal prepping. As well as taking the kids where they need to be after...
Kayleen can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
5.0
"We had a great experience with Kayleen. She cared for our two girls (4 and 2) for a week and showed up every day on time and ready to go. Our kids had a great time with her and she leaned in to help cleaning without being asked. Would definitely hire again."
Mike B.
5.0
(2)
Hey there! I am a fun, caring, patient, respectful and reliable babysitter. I always grew up babysitting for my neighbors and family friends. In college I babysat as a part time job. I am available and have a flexible schedule. I'm interested in the opportunity to make some extra money on the side and help out a family in need....
Victoria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have known Victoria for 15 years and she watched my 3 children then. Now she handles pet and home care for me. She is trustworthy, honest , mature and compassionate, and a lover of both children and animals. I highly recommend her."
Jackie O.
Gianna G.
Andover, NJ
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Gianna! I am 21 years old, I attend Bloomsburg University and am majoring in early childhood education. I have been caring for children for about four years now. I'm really patient, fun and responsible. I also have my own car and can drive if needed. I have no problem running errands, light cleanup, or anything...
Gianna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"My fiance and I interviewed Gianna to care for 3 children during our upcoming wedding. She was easily accessible, responsive, and during our interview, you could really see how much she enjoys caring for children. I will be telling my friends in her area to reach...
Ghazi G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Lauryn! I am a 3rd grade teacher looking to babysit over the summer while I'm off. Ideally a nannying job with set hours. I am 22 years old. I have a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from The College of New Jersey. I graduated in May 2023. I have experience as a camp supervisor and head counselor. I've...
Lauryn can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lauryn is a very responsible babysitter. My children never wanted my husband and I to come home because they had so much fun. She is very polite and always respects my family and my home. She plays with the kids rather than just sitting there on her phone like my...
Michelle D.
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How can I find a Lake Hopatcong babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Lake Hopatcong, 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 Lake Hopatcong, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.2. 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 Lake Hopatcong, NJ?
The average rate for Lake Hopatcong, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $20.88 per hour as of May 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.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Lake Hopatcong, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Lake Hopatcong, 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.
Ratings for Lake Hopatcong, NJ babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.2 / 5
Babysitters in Lake Hopatcong, NJ are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.