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Maria S.

Experienced Babysitter Available From 8.30 To 3 Pm. But Can Be Flexible After Talk.

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
Hi, my name is Maria Cristina, but everyone call me just Cristina. I'm Portuguese, living in Scotch Plains. I talk /write fluent English, and understand and talk some Spanish . Im a babysitter with 10 years of experience, and I can provide references. Im available from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday. Occasionally I can...

Denise B. says "Maria is a terrific nanny and an amazing person! She was a nanny to our young children for two years. I was immediately struck by her genuine warmth and...

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Occasional Date Night

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Please read my profile before contacting me. Serious inquires only. $30 hour and up Currently seeking : * Pet sitting in your home. * Occasional sitting weekend/overnights *Travel Nanny w Passport and local events (weddings etc.) My Early Educator as a teaching assistant, began 2007 to 2012 ages 2 to 5 y. o Promoted to Lead...

Adriana I. says "Autumn watched my 6 months old for 3 days for 4 hours each day. She is by far the best sitter I have ever met. I would hire her again. She is very...

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Looking For A Full Time Job

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Natalia, 28. My past experiences included being an Au pair, where I stayed two years in the same family and was responsible for 4 kids, being age 5 months, 3, 5, 7 y. o. I have worked for other families caring for kids new born to age 12 y. o My full time job now is one kid I have been with her for 2 years. Kumon...

Care Member says "Nat does weekend/date night sitting for us and she is wonderful. She is able to wrangle our two busy toddlers like a pro, while still being caring,...

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Fun And Dependable Sitter

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
Hi! My name is Hannah and I absolutely love working with kids! I am currently in Graduate school at Kean University working towards my masters in occupational therapy. I have a wealth of babysitting experience. In high school I was constantly babysitting my little neighbors. Then, I started babysitting full time for a family...

Hana S. says "Hannah was our family sitter for our child's kindergarten school year. She was A+ with them and a great communicator with us parents. She is patient, kind,...

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Experienced And Fun Nanny

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello there. My name is Kathryn, I often go by Katy or Kate for short. I am a 29-year-old, born and raised in Scotch Plains. I've graduated with a sociology degree from Roanoke College. Prior to graduation I worked as an administrative assistant and admissions persons for FlexSchool, a micro school for gitted and twice...

Lindsay R. says "Kathryn has been a great help to our family! She has watched my niece on several occasions and you can just tell when we get back home that they had a...

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Scotch Plains, NJ

4.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Jessica. I am 31 years-old. I love caring for children and seniors. I feel that caring for them is the best job I can have. I am very responsible, reliable, and have a lot of patience. I have a run nursing degree. I have been caring for children and seniors most of my life, will care for them as if they were my...

Maria-elena V. says "Dear Jessica V. Thank you for the time and consideration.I appreciate having had the opportunity to speak with you about your experience in related...

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Experienced Babysitter Available On Weeknights

Scotch Plains, NJ

1.0(0)
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$16/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello, my name is Sarah, and I am 24 years of age, and I live in the area of Scotch Plains NJ. I absolutely love children, and truly enjoy working, engaging, and supervising them. I can keep children amused with outdoor activites as well as crafts and arts. I have five years of baby sitting experience, along with my BLS...
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Babysitter/Nanny

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Travel
I was a 4th grade teacher for 4 years and now work in non-profit management for Girls on the Run, a positive youth development program for girls in grades 3-8. My work schedule is highly flexible and I'm seeking a care job that includes something like morning and after-school pick-ups and drop offs. I have previous experience...
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Babysitter & Tutor

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi, my name is Alyssa. I live in Hoboken, NJ. I am open to babysitting and/ or tutoring in both locations. It would be a part-time. I have a bachelors in accounting from Rider University and masters in accounting from Kean University. I was a camp counselor for 5 summers. I enjoy playing tennis, watching tv, movies, sports, and...
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Summer 2024 Care Giver Available

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
Dear Parents, My name is Francesca, and I graduated from Kean University with a B. A. in Education, with endorsements in Special Ed. and English (K-12) in 2022. I have a strong background in working with children, including babysitting, camp, and after-school counseling at SPF schools through the YMCA program, student teaching,...
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Scotch Plains, NJ

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$15/hr
6 years experience
My name is Taylor, I am 22 years old. I graduated from The University of Rhode Island with my bachelors in Marketing. I'd describe my personality as reliable, patient and communicative. I like working with kids because I enjoy the creativity they bring! Throughout my years I've found to have had many job working with...
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Full-time Caregiver Available

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have taught in the classroom for over seven years. I have baby-sat for 15 years, the ages ranging from newborn to 11 years old. I also have experience with twins. I absolutely love caring for children.
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nanny

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
I have taught for more than 4 years, kids' ages range from 6-9. I have 1 year of experience as a nanny. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts.
Kathleen C.'s Photo

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality as caring, loving, and determined. I started working with kids when when I was 18 years old. I have experience in child care centers, babysitting, and working in a school as a teacher. In my spare time, I like to spend time with my friends and family. My husband and I try to spend as much time...
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Creative And Reliable

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
Hi there! I'm a CPR certified Psychology major with 2 years of babysitting experience and an extensive volunteer background work at Sister Pat's Kids Camp and Overlook Hospital. I'm creative, playful and patient and can help with travel, crafts, sports and light cleaning if requested. I believe child safety and enrichment,...
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Scotch Plains, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I'm a childcare provider with three years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for working with kids stems from my previous babysitting roles and my desire to make a positive impact on their lives. I believe in supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option that parents can trust. When it...
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Scotch Plains, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hello! My name is Ena, I am 30 years old. If you are looking for a babysitter/nanny take the time to check out my profile. I am located in Scotch Plains and also I am familiar with the towns around. I describe myself as a respectful, lovely and a professional caregiver. I am a very active and creative and setting activities...
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Scotch Plains, NJ

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
I am a rising junior at Providence College. I am a History and Women's Studies double major in the honors program. I will be in Providence until late December and have fairly open after school availability until then.
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Stay At Home Mom Offering Drop & Go Childcare Monday - Friday 10a-2p

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$20/hr
Hi Moms & Dads! Do you need some time without the little ones during the week? Sometimes you just need a little time without the kids to run chores, go to a doctor appointment, have some "me time", etc. I offer drop off babysitting at my house from 10a-2p Monday - Friday. I am a local (Scotch Plains) stay-at-home mom with two...
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Scotch Plains, NJ

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$18/hr
2 years experience
I'm a dependable and enthusiastic caregiver with a commitment to supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option. My patient and calm demeanor allows me to connect with children and create a safe and nurturing environment where they can thrive. I believe in open and honest communication with parents, ensuring that...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.32/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.3

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Scotch Plains, NJ

Babysitters in Scotch Plains, NJ are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 65 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Maria S.

Maria is a terrific nanny and an amazing person! She was a nanny to our young children for two years. I was immediately struck by her...

- Denise B.

Autumn H.

Autumn watched my 6 months old for 3 days for 4 hours each day. She is by far the best sitter I have ever met. I would hire her again. She...

- Adriana I.

Natalia L.

Nat does weekend/date night sitting for us and she is wonderful. She is able to wrangle our two busy toddlers like a pro, while still being...

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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Scotch Plains, NJ:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Scotch Plains, 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 31 babysitters in Scotch Plains, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.3. 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 Scotch Plains, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $20.32 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 Scotch Plains, 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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