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60 babysitters are listed in Watchung, NJ
The average rate is $23/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Watchung, NJ
Kyrsten G.
New Providence, NJ
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
**Just a heads up: No longer available!**
Hi, I'm Kyrsten! I have been babysitting for 9 years and I have worked for many families whether it was weekly babysitting or just date nights.
I just received my Masters of Occupational Therapy and am now a licensed Occupational Therapist. I really enjoy playing games or doing...
Kyrsten can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"Kyrsten is amazing with my kids. She is reliable, fun, professional and I put all of my trust in her when she’s with my kids. "
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, 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.
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mother of 4 grown boys and Registered Nurse who stepped away from a 34 year career to care for my parents. Returned to the the work force as a Professional Nanny caring for newborn to elementary aged children. I have furthered my education in the areas of newborn care and postpartum doula obtaining certification. Seeking...
Nancy can also help with: Meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Nancy helped our family for the last two weeks. She took wonderful care of our children and we would be very happy to have her back again!"
Amanda C.
3.7
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Serious Inquires Only. Amilly has obtained a BA from Rutgers University as well as her Bachelor Degree in Social Work/Psychology. Throughout her career she has focused on childcare, education, & child development. Amilly is Nurtured Heart Approach Certified. She has provided Child Care, Personal Assistance, & Personal Shopping...
Amilly can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
4.0
"I hired Amilly because her background in education and social work makes her a brilliant nanny. She taught my children things they may have never learned from anyone else, and at the same time built a meaningful connection with both of them. She was reliable and...
Collin J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a mom of a 10-year-old daughter and a 3-month-old baby. I live in Summit, NJ. I am comfortable with kids all ages. My duties as a nanny were to feed them, bathe them, play around, take them out, and also get them ready to start their day. I also worked in a daycare where duties were almost the same. right now, I am looking...
Leidy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Mariana P.
Plainfield, NJ
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced And Compassionate Educator Offering Personalized Care And Learning Support
5.0
(1)
I'm a creative, caring, upbeat teacher. I graduated with a focus on children. I'm very passionate about my job. My favorite activities with kids are: reading, music, arts and crafts, and sports. I do tutoring as well.
Mariana can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have seen first hand just how wonderful Mariana is with kids and know how passionate she is about teaching. Friendly demeanor and genuine personality I would highly recommend."
Stephanie Z.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am experienced as I raised two children. I am excellent with children of all ages and always connect in someway. If it's challenging I keep trying until I've connected with them. I enjoy kids and would enjoy the opportunity to care for your loved ones.
Ellen can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ellen is a wonderful babysitter, she drop off and pick up my daughter from school everyday. My daughter loves her. She is very responsible and very good with children."
Stephanie P.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Meriem! I have experience in child care for 8+ years.
I am reliable, mature, loving, trustworthy, energetic, flexible, family/people oriented and dependable.... I'm punctual and prompt with the flexibility to provide quality child care to busy parents.
I am open to full time, Part time, occasional, weekends, night...
Meriem can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
5.0
"Meriem was fantastic! She was warm, kind, and extremely caring. She was on time, professional, and put us completely at ease.
We hired her during our family summer visit in NJ for 43 days.
She gave us updates via text, which was a nice way to keep us updated on...
Care member
Mackenzie L.
Bernardsville, NJ
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I recently graduated from Bucknell University with a BA in Psychology. I plan to eventually attend graduate school to get my masters to practice therapy, but until then I am looking for a job for the year as a nanny. I grew up with two younger sisters, have experience with babysitting and working with kids in a school setting...
Mackenzie can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have known Mackenzie for many years and she it truly an exceptional young woman. She is an incredibly responsible and kind person who cares deeply for all of those around her. I can confirm that she is an honest and trustworthy person that is great with kids....
Kolina U.
Fiorella F.
Dunellen, NJ
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Currently employed, not interested in a new job.
I'm looking for work as a nanny or babysitter because I have always loved taking care of kids. Building a bond and feeling like I bring them comfort and happiness is my favorite art of the job. I have 3 years of experience taking care of kids under my belt and hoping for more. I...
Fiorella can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Fiorella worked with us for over a year. She was amazing! Punctual, caring, considerate and great with the kids and dogs. Excellent driver. She watched the kids before and after school and drove them to activities. She took care of meals, homework, and some light...
Monica L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hard working private housekeeper with 13 years of experience in managing household operations, including cooking, cleaning, childcare, and budgeting. Experience in providing comprehensive housekeeping service on live-in and live-out basis at families' primary residences and vacation homes.
Tiffany can also help with: Window washing, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, refrigerator cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
(2)
I will provide dog walking, waste clean up, provide food/water and dog/cat sitting in your home. I have been raised around dogs and cats my whole life and as an adult I've had several pets in my home at the same time. I've share a home with birds (parakeets), fish, a snapping turtle, a hamster named Charlie and 2 cats named Nene...
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Very caring and responsible individual, reliable and trustworthy!"
Laura S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a senior in college majoring in psychology. I love to babysit as my after school job. I've been taking care of kids for 6 years now and I've had multiple jobs. I worked as a counselor at an aftercare program and have had 6+ long term babysitting jobs. I have two younger siblings one who is 17 and has Down syndrome who I...
Manuela can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Manuela is really friendly, sweet and easy to get along with. I was all set to hire her to start in September but my after school current sitter decided to stay with our family longer. Her references were very strong when I called and they both told me that she...
Carrie N.
Erika Q.
Somerset, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Reliable, Patient, Kind, Certified Teacher-Child Care Provider
5.0
(2)
Hi, my name is Erika and I am an energetic, patient and kind graduate student. I am currently enrolled in the Master's Occupational Therapy program at Kean University. I was previously an elementary school teacher and have 6 years of experience working in the NJ public schools system. I have over 10 years of experience with...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Erika took care of my 5 year old while my wife worked from home a few months and she did a fantastic job! She was warm, energetic and responsible. We also appreciated her extensive knowledge as a former school teacher. I would 10/10 recommend her."
Ricardo S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! Teaching and caring for children is both my passion and my purpose. Working as an Elementary School Teacher for the past 7 years, plus over 10 years of childcare experience has opened my eyes and heart to children's needs-- academically, socially, and emotionally. I absolutely love my job and wish to broaden its...
4.9
(8)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I've been working as a full time babysitter for the past 6 years.
I'm a very responsible and caring person and love outdoorsy stuff such as hiking, biking and I also enjoy reading, baking and coloring.
In my longest experience, I worked for the same family for about 3 years.
I like creating a fun and respectful relationship...
Victoria can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was punctual, communicative and honest! "
Care member
Gina P.
Scotch Plains, NJ
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello
my name is Gina I'm a local pet sitter, I live with animals since childhood.
I have Over 3 years experience in handling animals and pets(I been working has a local dog walker for the last 3years in combination to my full-time nanny job)
Free of allergies from animal hair/dander
In-depth knowledge of different breeds of...
Gina can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Gina is enthusiastic and energetic, a breath of fresh air! Always offers to do anything I need! I love her but my dog loves her more! One of the best!"
Linda H.
5.0
(23)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
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...
Autumn can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Great with kids. They had a fun time."
Ben B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm 26 years old and I currently work as a registered nurse. I love my job as a nurse, but I would love to be able to work with children of all ages. I have been babysitting since I was 13-year-old, kids of all ages. I have changed diapers, played, made dinner, handled baths, and put kids to bed. I currently work full time as a...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Watchung, NJ
Kyrsten G.
5.0
Kyrsten is amazing with my kids. She is reliable, fun, professional and I put all of my trust in her when she’s with my kids.
- Care member
Cindy T.
5.0
If I could rate her above a 5, I would !!
Extremely dependable, patient and responsible. Cindy has been helping babysit our son for almost 3 years now and honestly we couldn’t be more grateful. She makes an effort to actually do some fun activities with him , sometimes help him with school work...
- Ashwaty M.
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.
Nancy P.
5.0
Nancy helped our family for the last two weeks. She took wonderful care of our children and we would be very happy to have her back again!
- Amanda C.
Amilly C.
5.0
This woman was great working with! She was on time, and she genuinely connected with My children. She assisted them with reading and comprehension, as well as keeping them on track with school work. Not only was she fun but she also was responsible. I would definitely rehire her if I hadn't moved!
- Genesis W.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Watchung, NJ:
How can I find a Watchung babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Watchung, 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 Watchung, 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 Watchung, NJ?
The average rate for Watchung, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $23.53 per hour as of June 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 Watchung, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Watchung, 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.