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Rachel K.

Experienced Babysitter Looking For Full-Time

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello. My name is Rachel and I am seeking a full-time position with a great family. Over the past 20 years I have worked for numerous families and with a range of children across various ages (from newborn up to 11 years old). Duties varied depending on family needs and age of the child/children. Care of newborns, infants and...

Kristine K. says "Rachel is amazing! She has babysat for us for over 2 years. Rachel is responsible, caring, and dependable. Our 2 year old and 4 year old love her and...

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Karina S.

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
Hi, I have my GDA babysitting certificate. I also did a first aid course. I worked in a daycare for three years.

Michelle G. says "Kind ! Has kids of her own ! Understanding And dependable"

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Maggie K.

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
Nice to meet you! My name is Maggie and I have 4+ years working with children and adolescents in various settings. Primarily, I have been working at a therapeutic middle and high school for students ages 10-18 who suffer from various mental health diagnosis. During my time here, I have helped aide students academically as well...

Maxine B. says "Worked with Maggie for interim childcare needs and she was fantastic! Communicated well, punctual, and my 2.5 year old daughter was very comfortable with...

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Mariana P.

Experienced And Compassionate Educator Offering Personalized Care And Learning Support

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
I'm a creative, caring, upbeat teacher. I graduated with a focus on children. I'm very passionate about my job. My favorite activities with kids are: reading, music, arts and crafts, and sports. I do tutoring as well.

Stephanie Z. says "I have seen first hand just how wonderful Mariana is with kids and know how passionate she is about teaching. Friendly demeanor and genuine personality...

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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
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
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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Ashleigh P.

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi my name is Ashleigh, i'd love to help care for your loved ones. I am understanding , patient , and kind . I'm a retired Division 1 Athlete. In college studying Health & Wellness as well as Exercise Science. Taking care of people and helping out has always been my passion!

Beth C. says "My three kids, ages 7, 5, and 3, absolutely adore Ashleigh! They can be a tough sell, but took to her right away! She knew exactly how to play with them and...

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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
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
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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Delphia N.

Part-time Care Giver

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
I am a 21-year-old full-time student at Duquesne University seeking graduating in December 2017. I have years of experience watching children, and I also work as a patient care technician at Children's hospital. Children are my passion! MY Schedule is very flexible. References available upon request.

Remi N. says "She was very friendly and very nice to my child! My child was so happy to play with her. l was sick so it's very helpful !"

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Stephanie M.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Part-Time Caregiver Available

Jessica M. says "While caring for our daughter over the past three years, Steph has become family. From day 1, I knew our little Covid baby was in good hands and this has...

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Perla A.

Experienced Babysitter Available Week Nights And Weekends.

Plainfield, NJ

from
$20/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I started out babysitting since I was 13 for my neighbors twins, I used to babysit a 2-year-old with Down syndrome, for six months until he moved to New York. I have experience with older kids as well because my siblings are 8-13. I also have experience with new borns.
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Marlen O.

Babysitter

Plainfield, NJ

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I have 4 years of experience in caring for children. Responsibilities include preparing meals, bathing, and playing with children. I can also drop off and pick up children from school if it is within walking distance (I do not own a car). I speak Spanish language but understand and speak some English language.
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Leah C.

Part-Time Babysitter!

Plainfield, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
I'm 50-year-old looking for Pt work for Date Night and Weekends! I have over 20+ year of babysitting friends & family kids. Watch my 6-year-old grand-baby since she was 6 weeks old.. I have a 31-year-old so that shows you that I have a enough experiences. I'm now watching her daughter.. The cycle started all over again. You want...
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Sara C.

Babysitter

Plainfield, NJ

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Hello! I'm Sara, and I've been caring for children of all ages for many years. Growing up, my mom ran a daycare, so I've been around kids my whole life and have developed a natural ability to connect with them. I'm patient, responsible, and organized, and I'm happy to help with tasks like homework, light housekeeping, and...
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Maggie V.

Plainfield, NJ

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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
I'm an experienced and enthusiastic sitter who loves child care. I started out babysitting my granddaughter. I love interacting with children. I work with two families with children with age rage 9 months to 9 years old. Preparing meals, laundry and light housekeeping, I'm responsible, hard-working caring and punctual. I know...
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Francesca C.

Plainfield, NJ

from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
Hello! I have been taking care of and interacting with children for over 10 years now. I am a middle School Counselor still babysitting on the side. I used to play collegiate basketball, I love animals, I enjoy reading, and I like to be outdoors. My work experience has been with many children from newborns to older teens. I also...
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Samantha C.

Plainfield, NJ

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$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
travel
Hi, my name is Samantha C.! I am available for date nights on the weekends Friday, Saturday and Sunday each three days from 6pm- 12 a.m. I'm a responsible and experienced babysitter with a strong track record of caring for children of various ages. I'm attentive, patient, and reliable-ensuring a safe and fun environment while...
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Analdys A.

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Plainfield, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I'm 21 Years Old, I Play College Volleyball. I Enjoy Babysitting Because I Love Children. I Have 2 younger Siblings Who I've Been Taking Care Of Since They Were Newborns. I Currently Work At A Daycare And Also A Mentor At A Camp. I'd describe my personality as patient, compassionate and reliable
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Brenda M.

Nanny To The Rescue

Plainfield, NJ

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
I'm an experienced caregiver with a passion for nurturing children's growth and development. My previous babysitting roles have reinforced my desire to make a positive impact on their lives. I am known for my patience, creativity, and ability to maintain a calm demeanor. When it comes to communication, I prefer verbal...
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Karla S.

Plainfield, NJ

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi! My name is Karla I am 23 years old. I hold a bachelor's degree in Psychology and Early Childhood Education licensing. During the school year I am a pre-kindergarten teacher. I am very passionate about early childhood development and helping children better their skills. I am fluent in Spanish and English. At this time I am...
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Jhomaira Z.

Plainfield, NJ

from
$20/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
My name is Jhomaira I am 26 years old I speak English and Spanish . I love interacting with and caring for children. I started out babysitting for a lot of families in my neighborhood and then I worked in a local daycare center for 3 years.
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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.59/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Plainfield, NJ

Babysitters in Plainfield, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Rachel K.

Rachel is amazing! She has babysat for us for over 2 years. Rachel is responsible, caring, and dependable. Our 2 year old and 4 year old...

- Kristine K.

Karina S.

Kind ! Has kids of her own ! Understanding And dependable

- Michelle G.

Maggie K.

Worked with Maggie for interim childcare needs and she was fantastic! Communicated well, punctual, and my 2.5 year old daughter was very...

- Maxine B.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Plainfield, NJ:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Plainfield, 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 49 babysitters in Plainfield, 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 Plainfield, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $20.59 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 Plainfield, 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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