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60 babysitters are listed in South River, NJ
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in South River, NJ
I am a certified Elementary teacher. I have taught PreK with 3 and 4-year-olds for three years, 3rd grade for 1 year, and 2nd grade for 1 year. I am not going to be teaching in a traditional classroom this year due to Covid. I am being very careful with Covid 19 precautions. I wear a mask whenever I am in public, and limit going...
I have experience in cleaning, residential and professional areas. I have worked housekeeping at an all boys, summer camp, and done housekeeping in hotels.
Solana can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, window washing, organization, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning & more
I am a certified special education and elementary teacher. I have taught PreK with 3 and 4-year-olds for three years, and in elementary schools for 3 years. I provide play based activities to develop skills at the appropriate level of challenge. I love to help kids extend their thinking while playing, as well as reinforce...
Rebecca can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Solana B.
South River, NJ
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
My Name Is Solana, I Am 19 Just Moved To New Jersey From Maine. Looking For Wonderful Opportunities.
I was born into a full family, so I'm comfortable around lots of kids. I have experience with special-needs children, I've taken years of culinary class, so I am better able to make and prepare meals. I promise to give the care and respect that your child/children need while under my supervision.
I like working with kids...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Becca B.
South River, NJ
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi!!
My name is Becca, I'm 21 years old and I've been a daycare teacher for 3 years and I've nannied for 2 years before I went into daycare. So in total I have 5+years of experience working with children!! I love arts and crafts, playing outside, reading, baking and caring for infants. I do currently work at a medical spa but...
Becca can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
4.8
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a second grade teacher in Somerville, NJ, but live in Somerset. I love kids, I have been working with them for years and would love to meet you and your lovely family and help out in any way I can. . I was a lifeguard for 6 years, have my Master's Degree, and have experience in Customer Service and Childcare. My...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"Samantha is a lovely person who is always trying to help out I am very grateful for her."
Care member
4.3
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My name is Carly and I am 29 years old. I have over 10 years of childcare experience, including full time nannying, part time babysitting, and daycare experience. I also worked as a summer camp counselor for 6 years. I have worked with children ages 3 months to 11 years and have experience with multiple children. I love singing,...
Carly can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
3.0
"I interviewed Carly via Skype. She has experience with young children (2-6 year olds) from Trenton as well as working with elementary-aged youth at a summer day camp for a few summers. She seemed extremely eager to interview and meet up further to discuss the...
Victoria T.
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:
CPR
First Aid
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jessica, I'm 35 years old,, I've been caring for children of all ages since I was 14 years old!! And I absolutely LOVE it!!!, feel free to message me, And find out more about me:)
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She is very reliable, nice with the kids and I had No issues with her. Would definitely hire again "
David E.
5.0
(2)
Reliable, caring.
Will oversee homework and play. Enjoy crafts and story telling.
Hundreds of hours babysitting.
Pet care
I've taught swimming and lifeguard
Very good driving record.
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Melissa is a wonderful. She has been watching our children (son 13, daughter 11, and Lacey our dog) for years. She is a very caring and nurturing person. Our kids love her as do we. I highly recommend her."
Ken S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My three girls are now fully grown and have gone their own ways. I have always loved children and still do! Anyone that wants to have their children looked after by an experienced and caring person, I would be happy to help. I am currently looking after another child who is 2 years old at a different location, so as long as your...
5.0
"Sook has been watching our infant (currently 9 months old) and we absolutely LOVE her. She spends a lot of time thinking about the best activities for his development and she has endless energy to follow him around as he learns to crawl and walk. Sook loves our...
Puja B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Positive, calm, balanced, committed, ambitious, compassionate, reliable, kind and very creative. My 2 daughters are my highest achievement making me proud every single day. In the past I worked as a Art teacher for kids with disabilities at "Special School Sacel" Romania. Between 2000 and 2005 I was part of an amazing French...
Camelia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Cami is a wonderful nanny and she was great with my one year old. She's energetic, punctual, and has the natural instincts to take care of your child and put your mind at ease. She does great art projects and my daughter bonded with her immediately. I would highly...
Bisma M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Being the oldest of 3 kids, I have been caring for children and helping out with errands and tasks for what feels like my whole life. I have worked as a camp counselor, camp director, babysitter, nanny, pediatric surgical assistant, you name it. I am also pursuing my doctorate degree in clinical psychology with a speciality in...
Kayla can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Thank you Kayla for taking of my girls. They had a blast. Very reliable and dependable. Looking forward to more meetings. Thank you!"
Ijeoma O.
5.0
(1)
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have been an experienced sitter for 3 years. Having pets my whole life helps with this experience as well.
Jezabel can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, grooming, boarding, pet transportation, dog training & more
5.0
"Jezabel watches my puppy when I go on vacation. She is very reliable and caring. I would not hesitate to use her services again. "
Ida C.
5.0
(1)
My name is Stephanie, I am currently a first grade teacher at Horace Mann School looking for a summer job! My availability over the summer is from June 28th until August 20th. I am available Monday - Friday 8-5! I am also available for tutoring, remote or in person!
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"Stephanie has and does watch my three children for the past few years she is dependable and the children love that she bakes with them she also plays and does homework with them. She is not one too just sit around i find that to be important.
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Tara C.
Mary L.
Matawan, NJ
$25-45/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Mary; I have my bachelors in psychology and education, as well I am certified to teach kindergarten through 5th grade. I have taught in a preschool and infant care giving. Currently I teach special education high school. I have my own transportation and am able to take your children to activities or play dates....
Mary can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Mary was great! Good communication, easy going the kids loved her!"
Jasmine H.
Samantha L.
Somerset, NJ
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a Pet Person if there ever was one! I have 2 guinea pigs in my apartment right now. I have had fish, gerbils, cats, and dogs in the past. I have experience with Pitbulls and other "aggressive" breeds that are misunderstood. I am comfortable with dogs and cats. I am willing and able to come to you so you don't have to worry...
Samantha can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Anastasia E.
South Amboy, NJ
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I'm Anastasia, a 23-year-old recent graduate with a B. S. in Biochemistry. I have experience working in a daycare and have been babysitting children of various ages since I was 17. Spending time with kids is my passion, and I love engaging them in games, crafts, and reading stories.
If you're looking for a reliable and...
Anastasia can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"We wholeheartedly recommend "Annie". She is an absolute doll! Our toddler absolutely adores her!! She is very responsible and punctual. She has watched our 21 month old for a few weeks and will continue to do so. Her background in childcare really enhances the care...
Ashley S.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Jéssica, I consider myself a honest person, caring and responsible.
I've worked with kids for about 7 years, I started when I was a teenager, I would watch kids from my family and neighbors kids, I also did volunteer jobs for a orphanage.
About 5 years ago I came to USA as an au pair and I lived and worked for a family...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jessica is great! She on time and reliable. She has watched my daughter on occasion for about a year now. Being that my daughter is autistic she is very hands on and patient. "
Care member
Cindy T.
Somerset, NJ
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Cindy, I'm a junior at Rutgers University. I love kids and I'm looking to find a nice family to help out whenever needed. I have experience working at a daycare center for 2 years and I have volunteered at elementary schools after care programs. I also have 4 of years experience babysitting through Care. com! I...
Cindy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"Cindy was amazing to have around. Our children tend to be shy that wasn't the case with Cindy. She was engaging and made their time together fun. She's punctual, responsible, and very respectful. We hope to use her again in the near future."
Yariela A.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in South River, NJ
Samantha L.
5.0
Samatha definitely is a person you can trust to leave your dog and a house with!
I would suggest on a pay-as-we-go arrangement, rather than an upfront bullet payment though. We factually paid for 3 hours daily spent at our house with a dog, but Samatha was actually coming for a period of time...
- Oleksandra K.
Carly M.
5.0
I interviewed Carly on the phone. She was extremely professional, nice, and engaging. She was also extremely responsive and her communication was great. The only reason I didn't continue the hiring process was because of a scheduling conflict. She seems terrific.
- Rocio 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 F.
5.0
She is very reliable, nice with the kids and I had No issues with her. Would definitely hire again
- David E.
Melissa F.
5.0
Melissa is a wonderful. She has been watching our children (son 13, daughter 11, and Lacey our dog) for years. She is a very caring and nurturing person. Our kids love her as do we. I highly recommend her.
- Ken S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in South River, NJ:
How can I find a South River babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in South River, 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 25 babysitters in South River, 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 River, NJ?
The average rate for South River, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $19.28 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 River, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in South River, 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 River, NJ babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in South River, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.