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Lizdamaris N.

Babysitter/Housekeeper

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am 43 years old. I love to cook and clean. I am very organized, flexible with times (if given notice in advance). I am very clean, reliable and responsible. I have my own vehicle. I love children and realize taking care and seeing them learn is what I love to do. I am willing up get CPR certified if needed. I am available full...

Tara G. says "We interviewed Liz for a part-time nanny position for our 7-month old son and absolutely loved her. She was kind, incredibly experienced, and made us feel...

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Vanessa A.

Babysitter/Nanny .

Newark, NJ

4.7(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
I'm Vanessa 46-year-old I've been babysitter/nanny since I was 19 yr old I used to work for program for parent like a childcare provider I babysit infant thru teen but I babysat them , for 1 yr I took care twin girls I used to pick them up and drop the off to school then I feed dinner take then a bath play with them until they...

Ladessa R. says "Hi I'm Maritza S. I have known Vanessa for many years. She help me out went I was in need with my family. She a great person and good friend. She awesome...

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Christina S.

Beginner Babysitter Looking For Part Or Full Time Work

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi, I'm interested in helping you care for your little one! I've had a lot of experience working with kids. In my church I helped out teaching Sunday school, teaching, and doing random tasks for the youth group. I also had my own youth group program at the library before in North Plainfield. Outside of church, I've tutored and...

Humera A. says "Christina is a responsible and a very friendly and sweet person. She helped to transport my children and their nanny to and from grandmas to our home. She...

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Melicet A.

Experienced Babysitter Available On Weeknight

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
I like to work with children because they have especial manner to see The world I am responsible and dependable person to take care your children I am babysitter or Nanny so I can teach art too I have experience with newborns toddlers . I have good reference from families that I had been worked for many years I have CPR first...

Swasti A. says "Melicet has been our nanny for our two daughters since the younger one was 2 months old and the older one was 4 years old. She has been our nanny for the...

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Karema B.

Experience Nanny/babysitter

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
Hello Parents, My name is Karema. I am a nanny/ babysitter in the Essex County area and I am open to all surrounding areas. I have taken care of multiple families as a nanny/babysitter for the past 10 years, but overall I have 16 years of experience in childcare. I enjoy interacting with the children of all age's from newborn to...

Mirah H. says "Karema was reliable, kind, considerate and extremely helpful when caring for my grandmother. She always took the initiative to help with tasks around the...

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Deborah S.

Part/Full-Time Babysitter

Newark, NJ

4.6(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been a mother and godmother for over 20 years. I have worked with children at 2 different child care centers both located in Newark, NJ for over 20 years. I have worked with newborns, infants, toddlers, and preschool. My duties have included changing diapers, preparation of meals, toilet training, cleaning up and...

Kimberly W. says "Deborah took fantastic care of our 9 month old daughter -- punctual, professional and caring. All with a good sense of humor. I would highly recommend...

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Keri-faith P.

Full-Time Babysitting / Occasional And Weekend Babysitting.

Newark, NJ

3.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
Hello everyone! My name is Keri, I am 33 years old graduate of Seton Hall University. Although I received my Bachelor's Degree in Broadcast Media, my first love is children. I started babysitting for neighbors during high school, but started nannying regularly in college. I have worked with children as young as 2 months, all the...

Jennifer K. says "Keri has been babysitting for our children for approximately 4 years. She immediately connected with our older daughter, and my daughter looks forward...

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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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Maria M.

About Me

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a nanny with over 16 years of experience providing exceptional care to children , newborn to 14 years old. Adept at organizing children's daily schedule including meals, school and recreational activities proficient in communication with children at different developmental stages . Organize fun and educational games , read...

Talia D. says "Maria was our full time nanny for 11 months. She started when our children were 2 months and 2.5 years old. She was early every day and showed up with a...

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Rayane D.

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Dear families, My name is Rayane, I'm 28 years old, and I live in Newark, NJ. I have worked as a professional nanny for almost 7 years. As a nanny, I bring not only the necessary skills and experience but also a genuine love for nurturing and guiding children through their formative years. My commitment to creating a positive...

Tania N. says "Rayane is an extraordinary nanny. She has been a kind, attentive and extremely loving full-time nanny for our two (very spirited) kids. She has boundless...

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Kiaora S.

Kiaora's Bio

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
I'd describe my personality as fun, easy going and cheerful I like working with kids because I love children. Love seeing their development growth and if I can have a piece of enhancing and empowering them to be great individuals then of course it's a pleasure. One thing you should know about me is your child is your precious...

Care Member says "Kiaora is a delightful and creative sitter who our five-year-old daughter immediately loved. We absolutely trust her to take great care of her."

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Amina S.

My Name Is Amina. I Have Great Experience Of Working With Kids And Always Happy To Work With Them.

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as a reliable person, punctual and honest person I love working with kids because I am a kid at heart, kids make every day special because they find a new chapter of themselves everyday and I like to share that experience with them. I started babysitting for family at a young age of 15, I've always...

Care Member says "I recently hired Amina and I have to say, she has been absolutely incredible! From the moment she started, she showed genuine care and love for my...

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Dacia N.

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Dacia and I'm happy to babysit and take care of pets! Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns about my experience, I would be happy to discuss it in more detail! Thank you for the consideration!

David S. says "Great Babysitter, she was great with my 6 year old"

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Tamara B.

Newark, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi , my name is Tamara I am 28 years old. I have 5+ years with cleaning experience and babysitting. I have always worked with children and in the cleaning industry. I am looking forward in leaving your home or workplace enjoyable , clean and relaxing. I am reliable, very patient, organized, honest and a fast learner. Looking...
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Julia A.

Part Time Caregiver Available

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hi there! I'm Julia, and I've been babysitting for over 3. 5 years, gaining hands-on experience with children of all ages. I truly love working with kids and enjoy creating a fun, safe, and nurturing environment for them to grow and thrive. Over the years, I've built strong relationships with families, providing trustworthy,...

Jessica R. says "Julia vibed extremely well with my son. I was nervous at first because it's his first time being babysat by non-family but they clicked and she even...

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Melissa R.

Child care

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
An easy-going and positive Colombian-born childcare professional with a passion for creating a nurturing environment. I began my journey volunteering at kindergartens and engaging in social work with children during college continued to offer exceptional care as a nanny. Enthusiastic about the outdoors, art, and music,...

Katie N. says "Melissa watched our two boys, 4 years and 2 months old. She engaged with our toddler well and he's not always a fan of strangers. She asked good questions...

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Jaqueline M.

Nanny With Availability For Immediate Start

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi, My name is Jaqueline, I'm 27 years old and I live in Newark. I've been working with children for 4 years. I have extensive experience with babies and toddlers. More about me: I have Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification. I am Fully vaccinated. I am comfortable with pets. I speak English, Portuguese and Intermediate...

Care Member says "Jaqueline was with us for over 6 months taking care of our 1.5-year-old before he went to daycare full-time. We are impressed by her professionalism,...

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Alyzea G.

A Little About Me.

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'd describe my personality as positive, caring & responsible. I like working with kids because I love how creative and innocent they can be. I'm looking for a job that will make me grow as a person, something challenging and fun. I started working with kids when when I was 16 years old, my grandma would leave me with...

Ruben J. says "She has a great personality and she's very communicative. Dream chaser !"

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Sherese P.

Fun Loving Childcare Provider Who Loves To Read And Enjoy Outdoor Activities

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
I am a special education teaching. Currently, working with 3rd graders. The past 2 years I taught 2nd grade. Prior to teaching I was a paraprofessional for 7 years. I enjoy working and caring for children. Prior experiences with families includes preparing meal, schedule play dates, assist with homework, and light housekeeping...

Alexandra G. says "Sherese is an excellent caregiver. She is punctual, reliable, communicative, caring and responsible. Sherese has a calm, patient and gentle nature. I...

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Charmaine B.

Fun, Creative, And Gets The Job Done Right!

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Charmaine . I am formally a 3rd grade teacher and previously worked in Early Childhood Education. I have over 10 years in childcare and have developed many skills over this time. I am comfortable with light housekeeping, assisting with homework and online learning, running errands and grocery shopping. Others...

John K. says "Absolutely wonderful - a natural with children. Warm, punctual and engaged. Would absolutely rehire!"

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  • 208 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.20/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.6

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Newark, NJ

Babysitters in Newark, NJ are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 116 reviews of the 208 listed babysitters

Lizdamaris N.

We interviewed Liz for a part-time nanny position for our 7-month old son and absolutely loved her. She was kind, incredibly experienced,...

- Tara G.

Vanessa A.

Hi I'm Maritza S. I have known Vanessa for many years. She help me out went I was in need with my family. She a great person and good...

- Ladessa R.

Christina S.

Christina is a responsible and a very friendly and sweet person. She helped to transport my children and their nanny to and from grandmas to...

- Humera A.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Newark, NJ:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Newark, 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 208 babysitters in Newark, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. 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 Newark, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $21.20 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 Newark, 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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