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60 babysitters are listed in Perth Amboy, NJ
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 3 years
Babysitters in Perth Amboy, NJ
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a biology teacher looking for part-time work over the summer as a sitter, pet caretaker, house sitter, and/or tutor. I have 1 year of experience as a full time 8th, 11th, and 12th grade biology teacher, 6 years of part-time experience in elementary and middle school education, as well as 2 years of experience as a college...
Antoinette can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"You are getting a caregiver that is truly the "top brass" if you hire Antoinette. She was absolutely wonderful with my daughter, incredibly professional and reliable. I'll be hard pressed to find another caregiver that I'm as comfortable with. She's highly...
Pam D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I started babysitting when I was 15, I took care of triplets and a 5-year-old. A few years later I was hired by a Hungarian family in New York City to help with their 3 children ages 2-8. I spoke to them in Hungarian, which was a huge plus for the parents, and I watched them in the evenings. Since then I have been a nanny for 3...
Agnes can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Agnes took care of our two daughters, 5 and 20 months, this spring. It was a very hectic time in our lives because we were between houses, and renting in a less-than-ideal situation. Agnes provided consistency and calm at a time our girls really needed it. They had...
Jessica C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old, for children between the ages of 1 to 16! I have worked with children in many capacities: tutoring, youth theatre, summer camps, church services, and in-classroom assistance. I'm passionate about encouraging creativity and imagination in kids, and I am skilled in coming up with...
Alison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
5.0
"Alison has been our babysitter since she started out 5 years ago. I have 3 children (2 boys and one girl) and Alison is always their first choice when we need a nighttime sitter as well. She is fun interactive, and creative with the kids. I trust her driving my...
Megan M.
Samantha C.
Roselle, NJ
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknight Babysitting Jobs
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm a caring, organized, responsible and enthusiastic caregiver with 11 years experience. I am an educator so my hours have to be tailored towards late afternoons into the evening. The age groups I have babysat range from infants to children up to the age of 13. The care provided includes but is not limited to pick and drop...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She's very funny and likes to make people laugh and will be great with kids."
annie A.
Gina P.
Scotch Plains, NJ
$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Patient, Reliable ,organize, honest, fun Great Cook And Excellent Housekeeping Skills
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
A little about me and my believes...
I have always known that any career that I chose would involve children. Being a Nanny/babysitter allows me to not only be surrounded by children but to use my skills and experience to help them develop into happy and healthy kids.
I believe the one thing that a care giver needs above all...
Gina can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Gina is great- she is reliable, punctual, organized, thoughtful and my kids really like her. She is fun and incredibly trustworthy. "
Rebecca M.
Paula S.
Elizabeth, NJ
$20-30/hr • 15 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced and loving nanny and babysitter for over 10 years now. The amazing thing about working with one family for such a long time has been being able to care for their kids since they were babies, so I have a well rounded experience with every stage of a child. I cared for three children full time and enjoy the...
Paula can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Paula has worked for us for almost 10 years. She has practically raised my 10,9 and 6 year old. She is very reliable and wonderful with the kids! She plays with them they love her ! She has also has done overnights for us as well. Highly recommended!"
Gina S.
Delia K.
Cranford, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible, Energetic College Student Looking For Weekly Babysitting Job!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Delia, I'm a 25 y/o legal professional looking for babysitting opportunities on the weekends/after school hours on certain weekdays (I work a hybrid schedule). I currently work full-time in NYC and live in Westfield. I have about 11 years of experience with children ages 2 and up. I'm energetic, responsible, organized...
Delia can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ms. Delia K. is a caring, responsible, knowledgeable, determined, hard working individual. She is dependable and very resourceful. Her interaction with children is sincere and concise, providing great communication and compassion. She is also amazing at hands on...
Yvette D.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Hailey, im 23 years old & and young sahm mom! looking to help with date nights/ special occasions or frequent babysitting! , I am a prior military service member in the navy & currently attend ODU. I have been babysitting for sometime now and decided to join care. com to expand. I love what I do and give it my...
Hailey can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hailey did a babysitting job for my date night out! She was very attentive, showed up early , cooked dinner for the kids and put them to bed. She was great and I’m looking forward to having her again! Definitely recommend! "
Anna S.
Grace K.
New Brunswick, NJ
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hello! I am currently a pharmacy student at Rutgers University and luckily this semester I have time to take on a babysitting job. Being one of six kids, I've looked after children practically my whole life. Through multiple jobs, I've come to realize my love for caretaking and innate ability to connect with children. From...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Grace was great with my 2 kids (8 year old boy and 7 year old girl) and they really liked spending time with her. Very dependable, honest, and great personality. Always on time and flexible if we needed her longer or at a different time. Highly recommended!"
Yoo L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there. I am a 47-year-old woman who used to care for children in my home. I have 10 years of child care experience. I have watched children from 2 months to 10 years of age. I do not smoke and am comfortable with pets. My abilities include but not limited to laundry for children, meal prep, feeding, nap time, outdoor time and...
Joanne can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Joanne was our full time nanny for over a year and I cannot recommend her enough. Any family would be so lucky to have her care for their kids. My daughter was 10 months when she started and is so smart and polite because of Joanne. She was always talking, reading,...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Anabella, I am currently 21 years old and I have been babysitting my whole life. I have a younger brother who I used to watch when I watch 13 and tons of cousins and family friends that I also took care of. I am a really friendly person and I love kids, I want to be an elementary school teacher so babysitting and...
Anabella can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Bella has been a great sitter for our family, and we look forward to continuing working with her in the future! She is always punctual and communicative with anything that comes up."
Megan M.
Petra B.
Highland Park, NJ
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Baby Sitter Have My Own Child Personal Experience
5.0
(1)
Hello everyone I have a 5-year-old son. I believe the best babysitting experience comes from having children of your own. I also worked as a babysitter in the past. I am currently enrolled in Rutgers, finishing up my bachelors degree in business. I am a caring babysitter that loves kids. I like outdoor activities as well as...
Petra can also help with: Travel
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've worked for the Hazlet Township School District for 8 years. After that, I began babysitting for a lovely family, that I can now call my extended family, until June 2023. When I began the youngest child was 6 months old and the oldest was 5 years old. The children are of school age now so they no longer need me.
I love...
Christina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Christina watches my kids for several years. She loved them like family and they love her. She is energetic and caring. She cooked, taught Italian and preacademic skills to my daughter as a toddler. Our family was blessed to have had her for our sitter. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have weekend availability now through August. I have 5 years of babysitting experience. I am a 2020 University of DE grad with a major in Early Childhood Education. Throughout my classes I had placements in infant, toddler, pre-k, & 1st grade classrooms. I had a full year placement in a 1st grade classroom with children...
Alexa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alexa has been amazing with our boys. They look forward to days she will be here. Always punctual and happy to help our very adventurous 3 year old. Truly makes our home a brighter place when she is here! Would recommend and would absolutely rehire."
Lauren C.
Susan M.
Staten Island, NY
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.4
(12)
Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood
I have experience caring for children ages 0 to 10. I love caring for children and am very responsive to their needs.
5.0
"Susan is fantastic at what she does! She is on time, prompt, polite, helpful, and my daughter loves their time together. Especially after this hard time with school and Covid, she has tremendously helped my daughter stay on track with her studies. Highly recommend!"
Dina R.
5.0
(6)
Hello, my name is Katherine. I've been in the childcare industry for about 8-9 years now with the ages from 3 months to 13 years old. I love caring for children of all ages and seeing the different stages of their development. I feel that my personality really is a benefit factor when it comes to contributing to their care....
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I needed a nanny because my nanny wasn't available for a date night with my husband. I specifically loved her art projects. She involved our religion in projects and taught my son about Holi. Something about her energy made me feel safe. Thank you!!"
Maira P.
5.0
(7)
-Prepare meals for children
-Change diapers
-Arts and crafts
-Bathe and groom child
-Outdoor activities
-Homework help
-Clean and take care of home
-Take care of animals if needed
Kimberly can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kim is great with kids!! My kids love and talk about her all the time. She went above and beyond for my family!"
Julie G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Bathroom Cleaning and Kitchen Cleaning.
I love to be organized, and feel very nice when a house is also like that... I would like to help you to feel in a clean home.
Michelle can also help with: General room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens
5.0
(1)
I have being with a family for a year and a half and I helped them to take care of Sparky (dog) and billie and cookie (cats) sometimes during their vacations. I was on charge of feeding them and walk sparky.
Michelle can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Michelle did a great job! I can't wait to work with her regularly."
Stephanie W.
5.0
(3)
I'm a great babysitter because I'm patient, attentive, and responsible. I became a caregiver because I love working with children and enjoy making a positive impact on their lives. I have experience caring for children of various ages and backgrounds, and I always strive to create a fun and safe environment for them.
I'd...
5.0
"Kelly is a very sweet girl, she knows how to interact well with kids and the kids love her, she's funny, smart, outgoing and playful. Kelly is a pleasure to have around. "
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Perth Amboy, NJ
Antoinette E.
5.0
You are getting a caregiver that is truly the "top brass" if you hire Antoinette. She was absolutely wonderful with my daughter, incredibly professional and reliable. I'll be hard pressed to find another caregiver that I'm as comfortable with. She's highly educated and has a wonderful personality....
- Pam D.
Agnes K.
5.0
Agnes took care of our two daughters, 5 and 20 months, this spring. It was a very hectic time in our lives because we were between houses, and renting in a less-than-ideal situation. Agnes provided consistency and calm at a time our girls really needed it. They had fun doing the games she created...
- Jessica C.
Alison C.
5.0
Alison has been our babysitter since she started out 5 years ago. I have 3 children (2 boys and one girl) and Alison is always their first choice when we need a nighttime sitter as well. She is fun interactive, and creative with the kids. I trust her driving my children around locally, which I don't...
- Megan M.
Samantha C.
5.0
She's very funny and likes to make people laugh and will be great with kids.
- annie A.
Gina P.
5.0
Gina is great- she is reliable, punctual, organized, thoughtful and my kids really like her. She is fun and incredibly trustworthy.
- Rebecca M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Perth Amboy, NJ:
How can I find a Perth Amboy babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Perth Amboy, 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 40 babysitters in Perth Amboy, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Perth Amboy, NJ?
The average rate for Perth Amboy, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $19.12 per hour as of May 2024. 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 Perth Amboy, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Perth Amboy, NJ through Care.com. As of 2024, 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 Perth Amboy, NJ babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Perth Amboy, NJ are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.