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Heather S.

Jackson, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello! I'm Heather, I just completed my bachelors degree In Psychology at Rowan University. During college I worked as a nanny with the same family for two years. I am CPR/AID and first aid certified. I have also worked with children for around 7-8 years now. I worked at The Kinder University for close to two years being a...

Emily G. says "Heather is extremely responsible and reliable. She is helpful and most caring. She does well with kids and the kids enjoy spending time with her. She helps...

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Angelina F.

Part-Time Caregiver

Toms River, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a 24-year-old caregiver and I would love to watch your children. I have been watching kids since I have been 9 years old. I have my own transportation and I'm willing to drive and be there at any time. I have watched children with Autism. I am CPR certified and know how to give injections if needed. I am willing to help...

Kristen H. says "Angelina is a great choice! Friendly and sweet. Reliable and mature."

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Jessica J.

Reliable & Dependable Babysitter

Belmar, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Jess and I am 27 years old. I have been Sitter certified since I first began babysitting in 2008. I have experience with children of all ages, and I have references upon request. I have my own transportation, I am a non-smoker, and I am extremely dependable/flexible/reliable! I love to meal prep, as well as engage...

Rosemary V. says "Jessica is our grand-daughter. She is very good with kids. She plays with them and likes to do fun things. I highly recommend Jessica!"

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Kristin P.

Creative, Outgoing, Nurturing Caretaker

Belmar, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I have been a nanny for several years, taking care of children ranging from infant to 8 years old. I have been working for my current family for about 4 years now but due to them no longer needing at home care I will be ending November 13th. I am looking to find a family that somewhat fits my current schedule which is Monday -...

Care Member says "We love Kristin! She has been with our family over 3 years and is a part of our family at this point. She is professional, amazing with my kids, always...

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Alexandra E.

Part Time Babysitter

Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
My name is Alex, I am a pediatric Occupational Therapist seeking a summer babysitting job while my school district is off! Currently I work with children ages birth to three through early intervention and ages 3-21 within my school district elementary, middle, and high schools. I grew up babysitting my little brother, local...

Roseanne P. says "Alexandra is OUTSTANDING!!! She worked so well with our toddler, very interactive while teaching and communicating all the time. Always on time and...

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Ruby T.

Jackson, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hello Parents! I'm Ruby, a junior at Rutgers University majoring in Business Management with a minor in Developmental Psychology. Working with children is my passion! I have a wealth of experience, having started at the YMCA at 16, followed by roles at The Village Learning Center and Goddard School during my college years....

Anna E. says "Our son adores Ruby. She has watched him for 3 years now and he gets so excited when she comes. She fixes him dinner or lunch and puts him down for a nap or...

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Angela C.

Experienced Nanny, Preschool Teacher, Current Graduate Student

Howell, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
I am a former teacher from Ny. Looking for nanny positions ft or pt since moving to jersey. Before working in PreK, I was a science teacher for K/1st/2nd grade. I have experience working with families tutoring their children as well as full time care. I can assure quality, genuine care for your family as well as providing...
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Alexandra A.

Part-Time Babysitter

Belmar, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello Potential Families! My name is Alexandra. I am 30 years old and reside in Belmar. I am a caring, responsible, and educated ninth year teacher. Throughout the years, I have babysat for countless families with children of all ages, taught second grade for 5 years, and am now currently an autistic support preschool teacher! I...

Erin M. says "Alex is amazing! She has been watching my girls for 2yrs and we all love her! She is reliable, patient and my girls always have so much fun with her. "

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Charlene P.

I Have Been Called The Child Whisperer

Jackson, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello my name is Charlene I live in Jackson. I have been a nanny for a number of years. I have established wonderful relationships with the children as well as the parents. I have also worked in my family owned day care business which entailed caring for a number of children on a daily basis providing them with a safe loving as...

Kelly F. says "Charlene is a wonderful child care provider! She has a warmth and enthusiasm that is infectious. I have a son with mild autism and she is very comfortable...

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Milady R.

Part Time Babysitter

Toms River, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Are you seeking a full-time nanny to join your family? I will come in, be your second hand and shower your house with love and happiness. I have over 20 years of experience in childcare, which also includes working with special needs children. My life is devoted to seeing children happy as well as seeing them grow! I am...

Mel R. says "Milady has a beautiful heart, she helped me a lot with my new born and made it easier for me to return to work. She would play, read, and talk to my baby in...

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Lisa P.

Responsible Compassionate Caregiver Ready To Support You In Caring For Your Children.

Toms River, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
After raising two wonderful children who are now grown, my nest is empty. After teaching preschool for a number of years I am available to offer more personalized care for your child/children. I am greatly aware of the love, compassion and patience it takes to nurture and care for a child. If you are looking for someone who is...

Care Member says "We have hired Lisa a number of times and it is always a joy to have her. She is easy to work with, caring and reliable. Whenever we need someone...

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Kristine F.

Toms River, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi I'm Krissy! I just moved to Toms River, NJ from Ramsey, NJ. I have watched and cared for kids from new borns to age 13. I come from a large family so I am used to a busy household. I am very comfortable with animals, having grown up with dogs. I also take care of cats and dogs for neighbors/friends frequently. My interests...

Heather P. says "Kristine was amazing! I needed someone last minute for my 4 year old and was so lucky to find her. She handled toddler meltdowns calmly, was engaged in...

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Corinne B.

Caregiver

Howell, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$38/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Corinne! I am a compassionate, friendly caregiver who loves kids. I have my Bachelors of Science degree in Applied Developmental Psychology from the University of Pittsburgh which provided me a foundational knowledge of the needs of youth and families. The curriculum involved child development courses. I enjoy...

Kathleen L. says "My twins loved Corinne! She is extremely conscientious and kind! I would not hesitate hiring her every summer! Thanks, Corrine!"

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Carly K.

Creativity, Curiosity And Kindness, Oh My!

Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Carly. I have a BS. in Mechanical Engineering and live in Point Pleasant. Having sisters and little cousins introduced me to my love for kids. After 8 years of experience, I can attest that I love helping sit for families! As the type of person who willingly volunteers to sit at the kids table, I am super goofy. I...

Sara S. says "Carly was a true gem. I was so sad when she had to leave our family for college. Carly was a dedicated caregiver to my 2 children. She was always on time,...

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Elaine S.

Brielle, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 26 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, I'm Elaine a mother of 3 and Grandmother (Nonnie) to 2. Aunt to 2 nieces and 3 nephews. I am available for occasional care, date night, weekends, weddings, class reunions & errands, etc. I have over 30+ years of child care experience, Degree in Early Childhood Ed and Political Science, I taught Kindergarten for 7 yrs in...

Care Member says "Elaine was wonderful. It was our first of hopefully many times working with her. Very professional, warm and clearly very experienced working with young...

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Ashley B.

Fun loving Energetic Part time Babysitter

Jackson, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
I am a 23 yr old responsible woman focused on earning my BSN degree. In the past I had a part time job at an ice cream store for 3 and a half years so I am used to talking to and interacting with children! In high school I participated in a Child Development course and created lessons and activities to teach the pre-schoolers! I...

Christina S. says "Ashley is a wonderful sitter. She was punctual and our kids enjoyed spending time with her. We look forward to having her back very soon. "

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Carole B.

Retired Mom Of 2 Adult Kids

Howell, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
A few years ago I retired from a rewarding career as a paralegal. Since that time, I have been a babysitter for an infant who was 6 months old when I started caring for her. I love children and raised two of my own! I have a great sense of humor and I love life! I'm incredibly reliable and professional. I will be willing to...

Jessica C. says "We had the pleasure of having Ms.Carole become part of our family this past year. She was technically just watching our one year old but ended up being...

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Grace S.

Jackson, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! I have so much experience babysitting children. I come from an Italian family so taking care of the children and and even cooking great meals for them is my go to. I am able to help with homework if needed as well. I have taken care of my own siblings as well as so many other children since I can remember. I love keeping...

Elizabeth C. says "I have hired Grace to watch my Akita and she has watched my girlfriends cat. She is wonderful with animals. She has brought my dog to a self service...

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Heidi S.

Experienced Babysitter

Brick, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi my name is Heidi, I have been married 27 yrs. I have 2 sons who are 17 & 15yrs. I am a member of Point Pleasant Presbyterian church, deacon, and prayer chain committee. I know CPR on adults and children. I have experience w/ allergic reactions/asthma, epi-pens, cared for clients with physical disabilities, Autism/Down...

Care Member says "Heidi took care of my baby in an exceptional way .she s amazing caring organized and a good educator , basically a real gem .we were lucky to have her."

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Taylor B.

Babysitter, Part-Time Nanny, Personal Assistant, Etc.

Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I am 28 years old and currently live in Eatontown, NJ. A little about me - I graduated from Fairfield University in CT. I am the oldest of three children; I have two younger brothers, one of whom has special needs. I have been babysitting since I was 11 years old and have extensive experience with special needs children and...

Maren T. says "A fantastic sitter! She helped me while on vacation and always had everything under control. My kids love her and still ask for her all the time. She was...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.43/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lakewood, NJ

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

Heather S.

Heather is extremely responsible and reliable. She is helpful and most caring. She does well with kids and the kids enjoy spending time with...

- Emily G.

Angelina F.

Angelina is a great choice! Friendly and sweet. Reliable and mature.

- Kristen H.

Jessica J.

Jessica is our grand-daughter. She is very good with kids. She plays with them and likes to do fun things. I highly recommend Jessica!

- Rosemary V.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Lakewood, NJ:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Lakewood, 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 14 babysitters in Lakewood, 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 Lakewood, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $21.43 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 Lakewood, 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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