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Fina O.

Paramus, NJ

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Hi! I am currently a college student at Indiana university and I am home until the middle of august. I am 19 years old, I have my own car and I am fully vaccinated. I have about 5 years experience in babysitting. I want to be a speech pathologist with preschoolers because I am very good with kids. I'd describe my personality as...
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Waranrat N.

Nanny, Babysitter Part Time And Full Time

Ridgewood, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hello! My name is Kay, and I'm a nurturing, dependable nanny based with over 10 years of experience working with young children. I am CPR and First Aid certified, hold a state early childhood certification, and completed a parenting course from Yale University to continue deepening my understanding of child development. I...

Zoe Z. says "Kay was taking care of my daughter who was 7 months at that time. She had been with us for more than a year. We adore her dearly! She is always on time,...

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Lobeth N.

Part-Time Babysitter

Paterson, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
My responsibilities are: - Clean up dining area after meal. - Adhere to particular dietary rules inside family. - Change and wash children's sheets and towels. - Iron children's clothes. - Carry out children's shopping as directed by the parents. - Carry out children's laundry. - Accompany children in parks and activity clubs. -...

Tamera B. says "Lobeth became a part of our family to the point where she traveled with us and became close to our real family. After I hired her, she quickly learned...

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Elisabeth S.

Wayne, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
I have been babysitting and nannying since I was 12 years old. I love kids, the outdoors, arts and crafts, and provide a stable, consistent presence. Competent with light housework and cooking. Great with homework help and tutoring.

Miram E. says "Where do I even begin, Lissa is an absolute SAINT and I really found a needle in a haystack. She is highly professional, educated, well-spoken, accountable...

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Wei N.

Westwood, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have extensive experience in childcare and genuinely enjoy taking care of children. I am well-versed in current children's interests and trends, thanks to my exposure and interactions with them. Additionally, having a 21-year-old son who attends Rutgers University gives me further insight into the needs and preferences of...

Richard L. says "I highly recommend Wei. I hired Wei for 3 hours in the morning, 4 days a week to get my toddler fed, dressed and dropped off at daycare. She took care...

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Maria Eugenia A.

Experienced Child Caregiver Focused On Montessori Child Development

Wood Ridge, NJ

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
Hello! I am a positive, proactive woman with excellent skills and a higher education background. As a mother of three successful and competitive young children, I understand that caring for kids goes beyond basic care; it involves imparting valuable skills and education with love. I have even developed my own early education...

Care Member says "Maria took care of our child from 3-18 months. She was an excellent nanny and treated our daughter as if she were her own grandchild. Maria was flexible...

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Isabel O.

Fun

Hawthorne, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I describe myself as creative, dedicated, patient, kind, generous, caring, loving and energetic. I love nature and the outdoors. My hobbies are hiking, camping, biking, swimming, dancing, farming and cooking. I also enjoy reading, crafting and sewing. I started caring for young children in my neighborhood in Portugal when I was...

Care Member says "She's a nice person, friendly, very good with the kids including teacher homework. She is very responsible and loving. "

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Alexa C.

Babysitter

Nutley, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
I have experience with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old. I have been working in the daycare field for 10 years. I was a daycare teacher and worked my way up to being a director. I have also nannied 2 children who were 7 and 10. I have a strong knowledge in health and safety procedures with my position. I am a huge Disney...

Emily S. says "Alexa is very great with children of all ages. She had such a great energy and personality so my children felt very comfortable with me leaving them with...

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Lianne G.

Positive Child Supporter

Rutherford, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
I am an active, meticulous, humble and compassionate individual. Having had 2 children of my own and 10+ years of experience in child care of newborns to 14-year-olds. I also have experience with nanny shares. I encourage children to do their best at all times, keep them organized, safe and well rounded. I will take on...

Trayce B. says "Lianne is very patient, loving and always on time. When needed out of her hours of work she was always available. She never failed us ! She will be a...

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Adriana G.

Yonkers, NY

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
19 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
My name is Adriana and I am interested in working for your family. I have long time experience working with children in NY. My last job was as a Special Education Teacher Assistant for School District. Unfortunately my position was canceled. My first experience working with children ages 7 to 12 years old was in Colombia,...

Rob A. says "Adriana helped us care for our two children for over a year until they started school. She was wonderful with them! She often planned activities, taking...

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Corrine A.

Part Time Care Giving Available

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
With years of nannying experience, I know that I will be able to care for your child in a professional manner. I am currently a pediatric psychology fellow at a hospital, and have my PhD in child clinical psychology. I have a 2 month gap (September and October) before starting my faculty position and I am looking for a family to...

Anita G. says "Corinne has been a fantastic nanny! She's taken care of son for the past 2 months (from 6 months to 8 months old) on a part time basis, providing a few...

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Caterina R.

Part Time Sitter Available

Hasbrouck Heights, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
I was a full time Prek teachers aid and aftercare teacher for over 10 years at a private school in Hasbrouck Heights NJ. I love working with children of all ages. I'm currently working full time babysitting two children for a wonderful family in Bergen county. I'm available in the evenings and on weekends to watch your children...

Yixin H. says "Caterina is absolutely amazing! My daughter has instant connection with her. She is the first babysitter/nanny that my daughter loves so much. Caterina has...

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Josephine M.

Josephine- Fun, Artistic Babysitter W/ Educational Background *VACCINATED&COVID-CONSCIOUS

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
**FULLY VACCINATED AND BOOSTED!** **My ethos: Creativity, while certainly not generic, is universal to the human experience. We all have something that makes us artists, and it's up to the adults to nurture that in kids.** Coming from a family of artists and teachers, I've enjoyed nannying and tutoring children of all ages...

Sarah W. says "Josephine has been an amazing caretaker for our baby over the last several months. She is punctual, dependable, kind, and an excellent communicator....

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Lisa F.

Township of Washington, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have babysat for three years. I currently work as a Teacher's Aide at Dorchester Elementary school in Woodcliff Lake, NJ. I graduated from ST. Thomas Aquinas College in May 2012 with a Bachelor's degree in Communications. I love kids and I am available to babysit during the summer and possibly in September at around 3 p.m.

Kevin C. says "Lisa helped us with our 2 boys age 7 and 11 over the summer. Always on time, reliable, and responsible. The boys were able to enjoy the summer and had...

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Emily F.

Reliable Babysitter Morning Drop-off/Date Night

Hasbrouck Heights, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
*I am currently available for morning school drop off 7am-9 a.m. only* I am 29 years old and a graduate of Montclair State University. I come from a great, loving family. I have experience babysitting children of all ages. I have the most experience with school age children. I am very responsible and have my own form of...

Ruth D. says "Emily has worked for us since June as our morning babysitter. She has such a great way about her - she is so positive and always arrives with a smile. She...

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Natalie B.

Babysitter

Yonkers, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
My Name is Nathalie and I am a college student currently working on my second major. I am a student of communication studies at College. I am originally from Colombia where I am a teacher. I have worked with kids for the last 14 years in NYC taking care of kids and tutoring. I am a loving, caring and responsible sitter. I love...

Care Member says "Natalie has been wonderful with our son. She is a great communicator and very caring. I also appreciate that she helps keep things clean and clearly...

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Leanna H.

Hasbrouck Heights, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old and have experience caring for children of all ages (newborn-15). I ran the nursery at my church for 2 years. I love animals. I love arts and crafts, reading, and going for walks. I have my Masters degree in Child Advocacy and Policy.

Jeffrey H. says "Leanna is a wonderful nanny and I would not hesitate to recommend her to any family looking for help caring for a child or children! Leanna is loving,...

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Raisha A.

Hackensack, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello, my name is Raisha. I am 25 years old with a great passion for caretaking! With former experience caring for children ages up to 1-year-old to 12 years old, including children with disabilities, and up to 5 children at once; I am the perfect candidate for you! Dedicated to making my time spent with your children fun while...

Ngozi N. says "Raisha was so great with my kids. She was punctual and my kids loved spending time with her, including my youngest one who is currently not enjoying seeing...

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Shirley G.

Fun, Reliable Babysitter

Fairview, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi, my name is Shirley and I am positive, fun, and patient nursing student from Fairleigh Dickinson University. I am CPR certified in infants, children, and adults. I love children and intend on being a Pediatric nurse after I graduate. For the past 4 years, I have babysat my younger siblings and cousins (ages 3-12) while also...

Brigid J. says "I hired Shirley after a phone interview to watch my two children while I was in town for business. She had great communication before, during and after...

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Aniella B.

Fair Lawn, NJ

3.3(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Aniella! I currently work in a school setting, substituting across the district daily, and also coach high school volleyball. While I am comfortable with all age groups, I have the most experience with elementary and high school-aged children. I'm CPR/AED certified and have reliable car with a clean record. In...

Trina B. says "We hired Aniella for President's week to care for our 5 year old. First, let me state the positives...she is really energetic, hands-on, keeps the child...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.71/hr as of May 2026

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Paramus, NJ

Babysitters in Paramus, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Waranrat N.

Kay was taking care of my daughter who was 7 months at that time. She had been with us for more than a year. We adore her dearly! She is...

- Zoe Z.

Lobeth N.

Lobeth became a part of our family to the point where she traveled with us and became close to our real family. After I hired her, she...

- Tamera B.

Elisabeth S.

Where do I even begin, Lissa is an absolute SAINT and I really found a needle in a haystack. She is highly professional, educated,...

- Miram E.

Common questions about hiring a babysitter in Paramus, NJ

The average rate for babysitters in Paramus, NJ on Care.com is $22.71 per hour as of May 2026. Rates can vary depending on the babysitter’s experience, the ages of your children, and the types of responsibilities you need help with. Duties like preparing meals, handling bedtime routines, caring for infants, or supervising multiple children may influence the overall rate. Many families also find that evening, weekend, or last-minute care can be priced differently. For a broader look at typical pricing, you can explore how much babysitters cost and use the Care.com cost calculator to help estimate your total expenses.

Finding a babysitter in Paramus, NJ often starts with asking people you trust, such as friends, relatives, or neighbors, for recommendations. Many families also look in local parenting groups or community forums where other parents share their experiences. On Care.com, you can browse 21 babysitters in Paramus, NJ, each with information about their background, availability, and reviews from nearby families. Taking time to compare profiles and understand each sitter’s experience, age-group comfort, and approach to childcare can help you find someone who fits your family’s routine and expectations.

Babysitters in Paramus, NJ offer a range of services to support different family schedules and childcare needs. Many caregivers focus on afternoon routines, including after-school sitters who help with pick-ups, homework, and evening transitions. Families who need extended coverage can look for overnight sitters who stay through the night and assist with bedtime care. You can also find sitters who specialize in caring for infants, such as infant babysitters experienced with feeding, naps, and developmental routines. Many babysitters are available for weekend help or general childcare, and some can take on tutoring responsibilities if your child needs academic support. Reviewing each sitter’s profile can help you understand their experience, availability, and the types of care they are most comfortable providing.

When choosing a babysitter in Paramus, it’s helpful to consider their experience, comfort with your child’s age group, and familiarity with common childcare duties. Many families look for babysitters who communicate clearly, arrive on time, and have positive reviews from other parents. It can also be useful to understand the typical responsibilities of a babysitter so you know what to expect during each visit. For a broader sense of the qualities families value most, you can explore what makes a good babysitter, especially if you’re hiring someone for infants, bedtime routines, or after-school care.

Babysitters typically provide occasional or part-time care, such as evenings, weekends, or short-term help when parents are away. Nannies usually work more consistent hours and may take on additional responsibilities like planning activities, helping with children’s schedules, or supporting daily routines. Understanding the differences can help you decide which type of caregiver best fits your family’s needs in Paramus.

How early you should book a babysitter depends on when and how long you need care. For busy times like weekends, holidays, or evenings, it can help to reach out several days in advance. If you need ongoing or recurring help, contacting sitters ahead of time gives you more options and allows you to schedule interviews and meet-and-greets. For last-minute care, many babysitters in Paramus offer flexible or same-day availability.

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