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60 babysitters are listed in South Plainfield, NJ
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 3 years
Babysitters in South Plainfield, NJ
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 28 years old. I absolutely love children and can say that I am a child at heart. I am a very outgoing and active person who adapts to environments well and relatively quick. I also have experience with many ages of children along with being comfortable watching groups. I have spent a lot of time helping not only my family...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sam has been our sitter for the past 4-5 months. Originally I gave her a 4-star review - "she is super sweet and handles the challenges of my children with a smile." Since writing that review, I have to update it to a 5-star review for a few reasons: 1) my 4 yr...
Cynthia F.
5.0
(1)
Hello all,
I am Miranda, I can care for multiple children at once, have a clean driving record and experience with children of every age from 8 weeks and up. I was previously a daycare teacher for over a year and a half. I have over 10 families with children I have cared for, for multiple years and still watch the kids...
Miranda can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Miranda does well with both of my boys. One is very easy going and the other can be a handful. She does fun things with them such as the library and park. I feel at ease knowing they are having a good time while I am at work and can't be with them. She also walks...
Liz T.
5.0
(1)
Hi I'm Miranda and I love long walks and animals of all types. I would love to help you out with your furry friends.
Miranda can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have many years of experience caring for children of all ages. I am looking to obtain part-time babysitting jobs in the afternoon, evenings and some weekends. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds.
I want to be able to provide parents with comfort...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maria is fantastic! She provided evening care for our 3yo daughter S for 5 months, 3x/week (~12 hours). Maria picked S up from daycare, prepared meals, bathed her, and put her to bed before we arrived home late in the evenings. She was an extended member of the...
Victoria A.
Jessica O.
South Plainfield, NJ
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Jessica! I am currently a 4th grade teacher. I have over 7 years of experience with babysitting and I have also been in a classroom with children so I have plenty of experience with kids. I am a huge dog lover (and have 1 dog and a cat myself) and have my own transportation. I look forward for any job opportunity on here....
Jessica can also help with: Travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"My kids love Jessica! She is very dependable, she has always arrived on time and for emergencies she was almost always available last minute! She always went above and beyond for my girls! I would recommend her again and again! She's trustworthy and so kind!"
Alexandria F.
Maria S.
South Plainfield, NJ
$50-60/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Elementary School Teacher/Part-Time Tutor
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Maria. I have be working as an elementary public school teacher for 29 years. Currently, I teach second grade. I have also taught grades 1, 3, and 5. I have experience working with Special Education students in an inclusion setting, and work one-on-one with special ed students privately. I am available to tutor...
5.0
"Maria is such an asset to our sons academic growth!!!! He's been coming to Maria for a few years now and we definitely have seen some growth in him. She is great to work with and always accommodating with our schedules. My son never complains to come to see her,...
Elma P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently own a Yellow Lab, Tuxedo cat and a goldfish. Our previous pets included a Rottweiler and yellow tabby cat. I have a family of animal lovers and we are surrounded by neighborhood pets we help out with including a Husky/Black Lab mix, Chihuahua, and domestic cats. I am very comfortable with animals and enjoy caring for...
Maria can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
"I highly recommend Maria! Maria has been walking my dog Pancake for 2 months now, and Pancake loves Maria. Pancake dances/hops all around as soon as she sees Maria. She is trustworthy and reliable. Maria always gives me updates on Pancake while I'm at work. Pancake...
Gina N.
Hello my name is Jada, I'm 18 years old and am majoring in Early Childhood Development. I have a lot experience with working with children of all ages. I am currently working at a Daycare in Fords NJ. I hope you end up choosing me as your babysitter for your little munchkin!
Jada can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
My name is Annemarie and I am currently a 5th grade Math and Science Teacher. I am certified in all subjects K-6 and have experience accommodating a variety of learning styles and needs. Graduating from Montclair State University's teaching program allowed me to mold my philosophy of education by understanding each child as a...
Annemarie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Olivia G.
South Plainfield, NJ
$15-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am a fun, loving, and responsible college student and I am looking for a nanny job for the summer while I am home from school. I have experience with children of all ages and I have been babysitting for about five years. I am comfortable with driving children to activities, preparing meals, helping with homework, light...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Rachel C.
South Plainfield, NJ
$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Rachel. I'm 22, a college student at Rutgers University in New Brunswick. I am comfortable with and have full time babysitting experience with babies as young as 2 weeks old. I can do school/sports pick ups, drop offs, etc.
Hi my name is Natalie and I am going to be a sophomore in college in the fall. I enjoy things like working out, playing golf at a competitive level, eating healthy, yoga and being around kids. As I am home for the summer I am willing to babysit and care for children from ages 4-12. Last summer I had a lot of experience with...
Natalie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I currently work at an elementary school (this is my second year) in the 4th/5th grade learning disabilities classroom. Prior to that, I worked in a preschool disabled classroom (with students with Autism) in the ABA program. I also have experience babysitting a variety of ages and for an Alzheimer's patient. I am a mature,...
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Carpooling. Mother of 3 boys who is willing to help by treating other's kids like my own. I am am caring and reliable, willing to adapt to the needs and wants, that the perfect babysitter has to provide. I am a trustworthy person who is ready to take full...
Ana can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
My name is Olivia and I am 18 years old. I have been a babysitter on and off for about three years now, I am an active person and I love to play sports outside as well as painting and creating new crafts! I am currently in school to become a kindergarten teacher so I enjoy being around young children and the experience will...
Olivia can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Milena E.
South Plainfield, NJ
$15-18/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, caring, and kind. I like to be active during my day and enjoy being around kids.
I started working with kids when I was 15. I started babysitting my little cousins and started volunteering at my church by taking care of kids during services
In my spare time, I like to go hiking/gym. I...
I enjoying taking care of all animals! I will be able to wash your pet if needed, as well as provide them with unconditional attention!
Olivia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Neyva C.
South Plainfield, NJ
$20-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hola mi nombre es Neyva, pero todos me llaman Janneth. Tengo una hija de 21 años y cuatro sobrinos. Además de mi experiencia como madre y tía, he trabajado como niñera por un año. Me considero una mujer muy cálida y cariñosa. Estoy dispuesta a encargarme de las tareas referentes a los niños por ejemplo hacer lavandería, lavar...
Kailey M.
South Plainfield, NJ
$26-31/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have been tutoring for free for years in my community at my local library. I can help not only teach material, but teach students how to learn, analyze and digest material in a way that works for them. Every student is different, I got my start working with children with ADHD and learned quickly how to adapt my methods to the...
Carol A.
South Plainfield, NJ
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I enjoy working with seniors at their golden years. Time flies so quick when I work with them because I love listening to what they have to say. Because of my genuine care and respect for them, they also like me in return. I have experience working with the elderly with different illness in the past. I know how to check their...
Carol can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in South Plainfield, NJ
Samantha P.
5.0
Sam has been our sitter for the past 4-5 months. Originally I gave her a 4-star review - "she is super sweet and handles the challenges of my children with a smile." Since writing that review, I have to update it to a 5-star review for a few reasons: 1) my 4 yr old daughter loves her (she doesn't...
- Cynthia F.
Miranda D.
5.0
Miranda does well with both of my boys. One is very easy going and the other can be a handful. She does fun things with them such as the library and park. I feel at ease knowing they are having a good time while I am at work and can't be with them. She also walks my dogs when she comes and has the...
- Liz T.
Maria S.
5.0
Maria is fantastic! She provided evening care for our 3yo daughter S for 5 months, 3x/week (~12 hours). Maria picked S up from daycare, prepared meals, bathed her, and put her to bed before we arrived home late in the evenings. She was an extended member of the family and very kind, patient with...
- Victoria A.
Jessica O.
5.0
Jessica was the first person to respond to a Facebook post I put up two years ago. When I interviewed Jessica, my search was over...I hired her after I spoke to the references she shared with me. She was hired to bring my two children to school in the mornings, and then pick them up after school. I...
- Jennifer G.
Maria S.
5.0
Maria is such an asset to our sons academic growth!!!! He's been coming to Maria for a few years now and we definitely have seen some growth in him. She is great to work with and always accommodating with our schedules. My son never complains to come to see her, she's very patient and nice....
- Elma P.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in South Plainfield, NJ:
How can I find a South Plainfield babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in South 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 South 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.
How much do babysitters charge in South Plainfield, NJ?
The average rate for South Plainfield, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $18.51 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 South Plainfield, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in South Plainfield, 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 South Plainfield, NJ babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in South Plainfield, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.