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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
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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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Erin K.

Friendly, Outgoing, And Creative!!

Mountainside, NJ

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have 3 years of babysitting experience. I can help with housekeeping, meal preparation, and arts and crafts with kids!
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Ava B.

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Mountainside, NJ

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
I am a sophomore at FSU! I have a car! I am a certified Lifeguard and Water safety instruction, as well as CPR and AED certified!
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Ines L.

Long Term Full-time Nanny

Mountainside, NJ

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$28/hr
9 years experience
Hi families! I'm a caring and reliable nanny with 9 years of experience, including caring for twins and kids of all ages, from infants to teens. I also have a degree in education and worked as a teacher for over 4 years, so I love bringing creativity and learning into daily routines. I'm big on structure and routines because I...
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Maria O.

Mountainside, NJ

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$25/hr
9 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as easy going , energetic, patient I like working with kids because I have four of my own I started working with kids when when I first came to the US , 35 years ago In my spare time, spend time with my kids and two dogs I like to hike , read , One thing you should know about me is I'm %100...
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Nicole S.

Nanny

Woodbridge, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
My name is Nicole, I am 29years old. I have a lot of experience working with children. I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old and Nannying since I was 18 years old. I am looking for a family who I can treat their child as one of my own and help the family with whatever they need. I also do house work; such as clean,...

Ashley W. says "I am one of her teachers and she is a very reliable student. I would highly recommend Nicole to anyone."

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Michelle K.

Madison, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello... I am looking for a babysitting job in my neighborhood. If anyone has an interest in me, I would be appreciated if you send me a message. Thanks.

Katie S. says "Michelle helps us on weekends and week nights. She is incredibly driven, committed to learning the way the family works, eager to learn, eager to help, and...

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Marietta C.

Responsible Nanny Or Babysitter. Loving And Caring Person.

Stirling, NJ

4.0(0)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
My name is Marietta. I am a responsible, capable and reliable person seeking a job as a nanny. I am fit, a non-smoker, energetic and self-motivated. I really enjoy working with children as their simple approach to every day life intrigues me and offers me a chance to learn from them. I am available to work in the morning and...
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Lauren B.

Personal Details

Garwood, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$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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Cesarina D.

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, my name is Cesarina or Cece as my friends like to call me. I am an experienced career nanny / house keeper with over 10 years experience. There is no greater satisfaction for me than making others feel good with the work I do. I am available for either house keeping or child care. Thank you, would love to hear from you.

Amy A. says "Cesarina is a sweet caregiver who your children will fall in love with! She has a giving and beautiful heart and this is very apparent. I knew that my son...

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Aiz H.

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New Providence, NJ

4.2(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am looking for a long term full time nanny position. . I speak Spanish and English. I have been working as a babysitter 10 years. with kids of all ages. from newborn until school ages. I'm legal to work in the USA, and I have, a valid driver license. I like to play outdoor and indoor with the children to keep the safe...

Care Member says "Aixa worked for us for almost a year watching our infant daughter full-time. My daughter loved her. She was extremely nurturing and very reliable. She...

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Catherine R.

Chatham, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$38/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Catherine and I recently graduated with my Master's in Nursing from Johns Hopkins University. I am looking for caregiving and/or pet sitting gigs in the Northern NJ area. I start a new full time nursing job in August, but will remain local to the area and can stay on for part time / date-night sitting beyond...

Cara S. says "Thank you! Great date night caretaker, I have a 2 and 4 year old, our kids look forward to Catherine coming over and don't want her to leave. Thank you!"

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Brianna L.

Orange, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Brianna. I'm 22years old with more than a decade of experience of being with children. I've have worked with children all ages. I am currently CPR certified and I'm also a registered medical assistant. I am not currently in school so I have an open schedule. I have my own transportation and I'm willing to go the...

Kimlyn J. says "Brianna is a very reliable individual. She's also always punctual and communicates well. She currently takes care of my two children by picking them up...

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Tamisha W.

Loving Care Provider

Hillside, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 81 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Professional individual who has years of experience caring for children. I have a 29 and 21-year-old of my own and have been caring for others for quite sometime. I am a certified substitute teacher in the state of NJ and am fingerprinted by NJ state, certified in adult and child CPR. I love children and will care for your child...

Isabel C. says "Very pleased with Tamisha, she was very responsive, punctual and she had no trouble winning my son over and stepping into the care role. This was my first...

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Tiffany W.

Part-time Cargiver

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I really enjoy working with elderly patients and Children. I have over 10 years experience in being a Caregiver. from Children to Elderly. I truly do enjoy what I do. I am know for being Caring, understanding, helpful, hardworking, and so much more. Recommendation letters available upon request

Melanie H. says "We will miss Tiffany as she became part of our family. She was punctual and professional and she is an asset to anyone who has her assistance."

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Tais A.

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

Hillside, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$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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Khayanna B.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Roselle, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hii! Currently I'm FREE for date nights weekdays after 6:30 p.m. Mondays Fridays rotate sometimes free after 2:30 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays - after 2:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays I'm FREE - I'm in two weddings this year (I love my friends LOL) they are back-to-back, so looking for another income source,...

Care Member says "Khayanna has been an absolute blessing for our family! She is so patient, caring, and attentive with our 15-month-old, and it’s clear they truly love...

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Stacy M.

Nanny/Care Taker/Tutor

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hello! I hope you and your loved ones have been blessed in every way aspect of life. I have been tutoring and taking care of children and young adults (newborn to 18 years old) in the United States, South America, Central America, and Europe for 8 years. I've traveled the world to enhance my experience to educate children of...

Care Member says "Stacy is absolutely phenomenal. She is extremely patient and kind with our two small children, neat, and goes above and beyond. She is also an excellent...

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Olivia S.

Maplewood, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi I'm liv! I love working with kids, and I'm looking for a part/ full time job to work for a family with young children. I'd love to lend an extra hand to parents who are working or are out doing things out of the house!!

Britt R. says "Liv was great! She was on time and did great with our 1 year old son."

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Joe L.

Engaging Babysitter

Cranford, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I've been a passionate camp counselor and Care. com babysitter for over 7 years. I have First Aid/CPR certification, college education in child development, and a BS degree from Rowan University. I have babysat for three families through care. com over the past year. I drove the kids to and from school and activities, prepared...

Care Member says "Joe was a very reliable and caring dog sitter for our family. "

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.60/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Mountainside, NJ

Babysitters in Mountainside, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Alexa C.

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

- Ali H.

Nicole S.

I am one of her teachers and she is a very reliable student. I would highly recommend Nicole to anyone.

- Ashley W.

Michelle K.

Michelle helps us on weekends and week nights. She is incredibly driven, committed to learning the way the family works, eager to learn,...

- Katie S.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Mountainside, NJ:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Mountainside, 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 Mountainside, 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 Mountainside, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $22.60 per hour as of July 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 Mountainside, 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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