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60 babysitters are listed in Sparta, NJ
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
What others are saying about babysitters in Sparta, NJ
Deanna has worked for me for almost 2 years. She is wonderful with both of my children (2.5 and 4.5), and they both absolutely love her.…
Review for Deanna R. by Ilana R.
Bianca was amazing with our son. She was observant and intuitive, quickly learning his sleep and hunger cues, teaching him in ways perfect…
Review for Bianca S. by Care member
Vivian has so much experience with babies and children. She is knowledgeable and was easy to trust immediately. I know my kids will be safe…
Review for Vivian P. by Care member
Babysitters in Sparta, NJ
Deanna R.
Lake Hopatcong, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am An Experienced Babysitter Available Full-Time Monday-Friday
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've been working with kids for about 10 years now. I started out babysitting when I was in high school and then after that I've been working in nursery schools and day cares until about a little over a year ago. I started babysitting full time again for an infant and I loved it! And I figured out this is what I really want to...
Deanna can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Deanna has worked for me for almost 2 years. She is wonderful with both of my children (2.5 and 4.5), and they both absolutely love her. She is playful, loving, warm, energetic, everything you would want in a sitter. Because both of my kids are now in school, I...
Ilana R.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
For over 15 years, families trusted me with their children, and the time I spent with the kids really helped me to form special relationships with them. I still keep in touch today even though they don't need me anymore. I have had the wonderful experience of caring for twin premature newborns. My responsibilities included...
Bianca can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Bianca was amazing with our son. She was observant and intuitive, quickly learning his sleep and hunger cues, teaching him in ways perfect for his age, and she loved being outside with him. She’s intelligent, creative, patient, kind, and compassionate. She brought...
Care member
5.0
(8)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of experience working with kids all ages since 1980's at the elementary schools in New york as School Safety with all the training in safety. As a Mother of 3 Children and now Grandmother of 5 children my experience became stronger. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation, Homework, crafts...
Vivian can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Vivian has so much experience with babies and children. She is knowledgeable and was easy to trust immediately. I know my kids will be safe and happy when I leave them with Vivian. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Patti. I'm married 32 years, have two successful adult children and over 29 nieces, grand-nieces, nephews, grand-nephews. I have over 28 years experience in caring for babies. Am
C. A. S. A certified and finger printed in Passaic County Court System, CPR, first aid, fully vaccinated with great infant care...
Patricia can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Patty was a great resource while we were on vacation in the white mountains.
She was great with the kids - able to identify developmental needs, scale activities and interactions to fit the kids energy & interest, and communicated expectations and challenges well....
Eric A.
Brittany D.
Wharton, NJ
$25-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm A Fun, Loving And Caring Person. I Currently Work With Pediatric Patients As A Medical Assistant
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Brittany. I'd describe my personality as kind, patient, caring.
I started working with kids when I was just 16 years old. In my spare time, I like to spend time with family and exercise as I like to stay active I believe exercise and mental health is very important. One thing you should know about me is I am very...
Brittany can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Brittany is an exceptionally conscientious, warm and caring employee. She surpassed all of our expectations in the important care she provided our family. She always arrived on time, went above and beyond in her duties and treated our family with tenderness and...
John G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Nicole, and I'm a kind and compassionate caregiver with a background in healthcare. I am CPR/BLS certified, a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), and bilingual (English and Spanish). I'm currently looking for a part-time or full-time nanny position while I continue my education in an ASN nursing program. My passion...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Nicole is a wonderful sitter for my five year old. She is dependable and communicates beautifully with me while at work. My daughter looks forward to their Moana sing-alongs and her sunny disposition! Thanks for helping out and accommodating our sudden changes in...
Lyndsay L.
4.4
(5)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I have enjoyed working with children since I was 12 years old. I worked in child care centers and with private families through the years. I studied Early Childhood Education at Montclair for two years, but just finished my associates degree in Dec of '22. I did not study special education, but I have many years of personal...
Kristina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kristina and I have worked together twice now, and she is fabulous! She is on time, very thorough, and quick. Her best quality, in my opinion, is her initiative. Because she has experience, she knows what needs to be done with minimal guidance. If there is any gray...
Michelle G.
Maria O.
Hopatcong, NJ
$28-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Culinary arts, graduate student. I love working with children; their inquisitive attitudes and loads of energy make them a joy to be around. I am responsible and dependable, but also fun and energetic. With me, your children will have fun, playing and learning. I have experience and am comfortable with newborns to young teens;...
Maria can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"It is a pleasure to recommend Maria who has worked as a front desk/medical assistant worker under my supervision. Her extraordinary ability to analyze patients' conditions and outline necessary courses of action has been invaluable to the unit since she joined us 2...
Emilia M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Arianna. I am young, I am the second eldest of 9 children which means I have a lot of experience with children of all ages. I am fun, loving, caring, and very responsible. I am going to school to become an Elementary School Teacher so I am looking for a job that allows me to have as much experience with children as...
Arianna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Arianna watched our incredibly rambunctious 4 year old twin boys, covering the afternoon shift. she was always on time, never missed a single shift. The boys absolutely loved her. Our financial situation changed forcing us to stay at home and therefore we couldn't...
Patrick M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
-I'm looking for a family that needs an extra set of helping hands and loving heart!
-About me:
-I'd describe my personality as caring, patient, and attentive. I am very flexible, always on time & will communicate very well with you. I served in the military so punctuality is very important to me.
-Skills include: having tons...
5.0
"Joyce watched our two kids when my husband and I went out for a date night. She did very well and our children enjoyed their time with her."
Jessica M.
Allison W.
Newton, NJ
$20/hr
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have done babysitting in the past, love all ages, have lots of patience and energy, willing to do overnights.
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Allison watched my two toddlers on Mondays every week during the month of December. She was great with them! The kids would look forward to seeing her every time she came over. Allison is very reliable, and would get to our house either right on time or a couple...
Taylor P.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
Thank you for taking the time to view my profile and express your interest, it is appreciated greatly!
My name is Kayla and I have worked within the child care industry for about six years now. I have nannied with many families of different ages ranging from infants to elementary aged.
I have also previously worked for...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We had a lovely experience with Kayla. She is organized, articulate and caring. She has excellent and timely communication. She also had a plethora of experiences that would make her a great care taker. We also had a chance to meet her lovely son who is just a...
Care member
Abigail D.
Stanhope, NJ
$21-26/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a graduate of the University of Tampa with my BA in Criminology/Criminal Justice. I have my Child Development Associates degree and my certificate for CPR/AED/FA. I have experience working with children with special needs and children varying many ages from infancy to high school, in the class room environment and in...
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Abigail instantly became part of our family the moment she started working for us. While I would have loved to keep her forever, we had to let her go because we had to cut back on finances.
Abigail nannied for us part-time for about a year. When she started, my...
Marissa A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lydia and I am a 23-year-old sitter based in NE Ohio! I have around 8+ years of experience working with kids and I can genuinely say I have loved every second of it! I was a head counselor/teacher at the YMCA working in a classroom of about 15 kids ranging from the ages 1 1/2 - 5. I would create fun lesson...
Lydia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Lydia is a very attentive and responsible person. Always reliable and caring of others needs."
Nubia J.
Elaina C.
Landing, NJ
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Elaina, I just moved here from Phoenix, Arizona in July. I am currently looking to take care of children full time. In Arizona, I was recently employed with the Xplore program taking care of children after school. Before that, I worked with Special Ed. children for about 2 years. I helped them with their daily...
Elaina can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Elaina was on time and was very sweet with the kids. Would love to have her come back ????"
Stephanie B.
3.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Kayleen, a sophomore in college with about 2+ years of experience. I would constantly baby sit my little brother as well as a little one year til he was old enough to start daycare. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping and meal prepping. As well as taking the kids where they need to be after...
Kayleen can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
5.0
"We had a great experience with Kayleen. She cared for our two girls (4 and 2) for a week and showed up every day on time and ready to go. Our kids had a great time with her and she leaned in to help cleaning without being asked. Would definitely hire again."
Mike B.
Chelsea M.
Wharton, NJ
$16-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Chelsea, I am currently an Elementary Education major at Sacred Heart University and I love to work with kids! I have a lot of fun with them and they tend to like me. I am home for the summer and would love to start babysitting again.
Linda W.
Newton, NJ
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi my name is Linda, I have cared for children all my life. starting as a babysitter in my teens and then watching children to supplement income until I married. I then became a mother and added that experience. I have watched children for individual families since 2019. The first family was a little boy until the parents job...
Linda can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm a responsible, young sitter with years of experience looking to care for a family part time. I have a bachelors degree in psychology. I currently work at a gymnastics facility with children ages 2-12 years old. I am CPR certified and also LOVE animals. I enjoy partaking in crafts, sports, and outdoor activities...
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am in school and majoring in Elementary Education as well as Psychology! I have worked with children in the past as a daycare teacher for children ages 0-3. While student teaching, I also had the opportunity to work with children ages 4-8. In my time of teaching, I have come to love what I do. My past experience allows me to...
Rebecca can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Sparta, NJ:
How can I find a Sparta babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Sparta, 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 Sparta, 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 Sparta, NJ?
The average rate for Sparta, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $18.84 per hour as of May 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.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Sparta, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Sparta, 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.
Ratings for Sparta, NJ babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Sparta, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.