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60 babysitters are listed in Riverdale, NJ
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Riverdale, NJ
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
My name is Amanda. I recently graduated from University with a degree in Public Relations. I've been a babysitter for 9 years now, watching children with ages ranging from 2-17. I have a fun and bubbly personality with a passion for learning, music and anything artistic. I am extremely responsible and fun loving. I would love to...
Amanda can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Amanda was dependable and always on-time. The only reason she does not still work for us is her school hours did not fit our schedule. We recommend Amanda as a babysitter."
Alissa S.
Kaylan V.
Paterson, NJ
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Kaylan! I am 24 years old, fluent in both English & Spanish, & hold a BA from Montclair State University in Psychology & Child Advocacy. I have four little brothers, 15, 12, 12, & 8 y/o, they're my world and have sparked my passion for children w ADHD & ASD. I've had 8+ years of experience both through babysitting...
Kaylan can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Kaylan is a wonderful caregiver. She's smart, fun, patient and extremely kindhearted. I can't recommend her highly enough!"
Eileen K.
5.0
(2)
I currently work at a daycare in Whippany in the infant room. Previously I was a nanny for a family with 3 boys for 16 1/2 years, I started when the boys were 2 yrs old and 3 months. Before that I worked with a family of four kids between the ages of 5 and 13 for almost 2 years. I've been babysitting since I was 10 yrs old. I...
Misty can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
5.0
"Misty is incredibly responsible and reliable. She is great with the kids and not only cares for them but teaches them responsibility and makes them accountable. In return my kids loved and respected her."
Jacky V.
Star G.
Paterson, NJ
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello, my name is Star. I am a WPU graduate and transitioning from my old nanny positions. . . I have previously worked at daycares and an elementary school. I have experience with newborns as young as 6weeks old, toddlers, grade schools of all ages, preteens, and young teenagers. I enjoy playing games, arts and crafts, baking,...
Star can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She has a passion for kids. She works well will all ages and temperaments. She is very energetic and always ready to lend a helping hand."
Rose B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 40 yrs old, I have a chha license. I am working with Senior care for 9 years. Especially with patients with dementia, I love my job and marking people feel special. I can help you making your life easier. Transferring, shower, light housekeeping, shopping, driving to appointments and marking food.
Ana can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ana was my father’s aid for 4 years before he passed away. She’s a very nice person, professional, compassionate, and very patient with aiding old people. Before we found Ana, we had to go through tons of home aids that gave my dad lots of problems. And when we...
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5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting/nannying for over 10 years! I place a big emphasis on creative activities. I have experience as a professional face painter, chess tutor, music instructor, and more. I love working with children, engaging open minds, and having artistic fun. I'm organized, tidy, and willing to pick up other household...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Olivia is very warm, loving, and creative. She worked for our family during a transition time and made it as seamless as possible. She would do fun crafts with my daughter like making crowns and puppets, reading stories and singing songs, and spent a lot of time...
Elhaam Y.
5.0
(1)
I would love to take care of your pet while you're away!
Olga can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Olga has watched my dog, Louie in her home on many occasions, ranging from one overnight to 3.5 weeks. Our dog, Louie is a precious member of our family and he is quite attached to us. He gets nervous when we aren't with him, but every time our car gets close to...
Elise C.
Janelle S.
Wayne, NJ
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a reliable and creative person with 4 years of experience in childcare and I'm experienced in providing care for infants, toddlers, and pre-k children. I love doing arts & crafts, going to the park and exploring nature, as well as playing imaginative games indoors. I hope to make your job as a parent a little easier...
Janelle can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Janelle babysat one night. She was very punctual. My boys were asleep but I was confident she could handle helping them if they had woken up. "
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Bridget and I have been babysitting children for over 10 years. I love kids and try to make everyday fun, while creating a structured, safe environment. I believe I am an enthusiastic, friendly person who loves to take care of others.
I am currently a first grade teacher and have been teaching elementary school for...
Bridget can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"I hired Bridget to babysit my 3 grandchildren at the venue where my older son was getting married. I also hired her for a couple of hours prior to the wedding to make sure everyone was a good match. It was a long day. Bridget arrived on time and immediately took...
Maureen B.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! I'm currently looking for temporary or occasional jobs in the Northern NJ/NYC area!
I grew up in NJ with 3 sisters and a lot of extended family. I have always loved being around children and often helped take care of my younger cousins and siblings. I worked as a substitute teacher in NJ during the 18/19 school...
Kaitlin can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kaitlin was helpful, polite, punctual, and very communicative. She was very open with her experience, and we would definitely hire her again."
Kartini D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've always loved working with children, whether it was working with nurses in neonatal facilities or babysitting, it became a huge part of my life. I have over 17 years of experience being a nanny. I also have 10 years of medical experience where I worked with premature babies and elders. I see babysitting as more of a hobby...
Claudia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Claudia is a beautiful human and caregiver. She has come into our family and now feels like family. For the past two years she has demonstrated commitment and care to our daughter (who is now about to be 2). She buys gifts for her for all the holidays, home remedy...
Barbara K.
5.0
(3)
Hello, my name is Martina, and I am a very friendly & trustworthy person. I'm highly compassionate, loving , caring and I have 20 years experience as a dedicated , dependable caregiver. I provide companionship, playing games, watching TV, going for a walk, talking , monitoring health and medication , prepare a simple meals ,...
Martina can also help with: Personal care, home modification, visiting physician
5.0
"Martina is a beautiful person. She genuinely cares for people and treats them like they are part of her own family. She pays attention to detail and informs you day to day. She is what everyone wants in a care giver.."
Pam M.
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Martina, and I am a very friendly & trustworthy person. I have variety of experience caring for children.
I worked for 7 years with family of 4 children and currently I am nanny for 2. 5 years old girl. I have volunteer at church camp for many years. I work with all age group , but mostly with infants and...
Martina can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I love the children. I am a good person, friendly and a collaborator. I have a lot of patience. I am a physical therapist in my country Colombia but I worked as physical therapy aide in this country, and I like helping people!
Nurys can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We had a delightful experience with Nurys and her daughter. We came to town for a wedding, not knowing anyone in the area, and needed a sitter for our six-year-old. Nurys understood the situation and made a boring hotel room interesting and fun for our daughter....
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Kaylan V.
Paterson, NJ
$16-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kaylan. I am a senior at Montclair State University studying Psychology and Child Advocacy. I have four little brothers, and the 12-year-old has severe ADHD. I've learned so much over the years, caring for my brother. And because of him, I have a special love and passion for children with ADHD, ADD, and ODD....
4.0
(3)
Hello! My name is Amanda and working with children is my absolute passion! I am an Early Intervention Service Coordinator. Previously, I was a Paraprofessional in Montclair. I have a lot of previous experience in caring for children. I have worked at a day cares for 6 years. I also have previously worked at a preschool as a...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
I have 20 yrs + caring for the elderly. I helped my father take care of my mother who had been sick for years. For five years I took care of my sisters 93-year-old mother-in-law and still continue to do so every once in a while. My goal is to make the remainder of her years as happy and joyful as possible. To me, keeping her...
Jill can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am hardworking, trustworthy and efficient housekeeper. I've worked as a housekeeper for 15 years.
Combining tried and true cleaning practices with excellent communication skills, I can ensure meeting expectations. I am detail-oriented and I possess very good organizational skills. Cleaning services are available Monday...
Ewa can also help with: Changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
5.0
"Ewa is wonderful, kind, and helps keep our home clean and running smoothly. She is very communicative and can occasionally accommodate one-off schedule changes so our home is particularly clean for guests. We love working with her and are so thankful we have her...
Christopher T.
4.0
(1)
I am currently looking for a nannying/babysitting position. I have babysat for 10+ years for children ranging from 6 months-12+. I am able to prepare meals, help with homework, and pick up and drop off at activities. I am reliable, caring, and can always keep the fun going!
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"I met Kaity and she was punctual. I liked the fact she was wearing her mask. She is really sweet, friendly and attentive. Today it will be her first day."
Anahi D.
Leonor H.
Caldwell, NJ
$35-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
The only things I can tell about myself is that I have 20 years of experience. I love what I do and I always do it for the glory of God. I never get fired. And also I am a good housekeeper and I love cooking gardening cleaning and I love animals.
Leonor can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Leanor has been an incredible care giver to my kids. We found her after going through multiple nannies during Covid. Our family was scarred through that experience! Since we found Leanor, she has been like a rock. Not only does she take really good care of our...
Imon C.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Riverdale, NJ
Amanda S.
5.0
Amanda was dependable and always on-time. The only reason she does not still work for us is her school hours did not fit our schedule. We recommend Amanda as a babysitter.
- Alissa S.
Kaylan V.
5.0
Kaylan is a wonderful caregiver. She's smart, fun, patient and extremely kindhearted. I can't recommend her highly enough!
- Eileen K.
Misty Y.
5.0
Misty is trustworthy, loving and attentive. We have 5 kids and have fostered many kids of many different ages. She has always taken on the challenge of multiple children and ages and all the kids we had in and out over the years. Misty has driven with my kids, taken them swimming and cooked...
- Melissa J.
Star G.
5.0
She has a passion for kids. She works well will all ages and temperaments. She is very energetic and always ready to lend a helping hand.
- Rose B.
Ana T.
5.0
I needed a caregiver to watch my Mom full time while I worked and Ana was with us for three years until Mom passed. She was a great caregiver and always kept my mother’s dignity throughout her battle with dementia. Ana grew to be a part of our family and I recommend her for any future assignments. I...
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Riverdale, NJ:
How can I find a Riverdale babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Riverdale, 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 15 babysitters in Riverdale, 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.
How much do babysitters charge in Riverdale, NJ?
The average rate for Riverdale, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $21.20 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 Riverdale, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Riverdale, 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.