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60 babysitters are listed in Wood Ridge, NJ
The average rate is $24/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Wood Ridge, NJ
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I grew up in San Francisco and graduated from the University of Colorado Boulder in 2017. I moved over to NYC in 2022 and now am pursuing my master's in nursing here at Columbia University! I plan to work as a nurse in pediatrics, the NICU, or labor & delivery. I have babysat and worked as a nanny for various families for the...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kirsten was a wonderful babysitter! She was flexible, on time, responsible and so fun with the kids! I would recommend her without a doubt! Thanks, Kirsten! "
Maureen M.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a college student and an older sister with a passion for helping children learn. I enjoy being with children and feel that we can learn just as much from them as they do from us. I have had experience working with children with mental and physical disabilities through my years of work with Best Buddies. I have also...
Isabel can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.2
(6)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced babysitter who has been babysitting pretty much all my life. I am the oldest of 3 siblings and also many little cousins. I am into art, all kinds of music and a great cook.
Keliza can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Keliza cared for my infant for two nights and she was amazing. Very attentive to details, easy-going, and comfortable with the baby. All my concerns went away with her. Looking forward to hiring her again."
Dawanna W.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Charlie. I am an actor/singer who hails from North Carolina. I have been babysitting, "mannying", and working with children of all ages for several years. I am a non-smoking, pet-loving, CPR-certified college grad who is completely comfortable navigating the streets of NYC and taking care of children of all ages. I am...
Charlie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Charlie T has been caring for our six-year-old son, N, for over a year now. N always looks forward to seeing Charlie. He is very responsible, caring, honest and very punctual. We can always rely on Charlie to pick up N from school on time and to get him to his play...
Pamela S.
Averi C.
New York, NY
$10/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hey there! I've been taking care of children from a very young age. As a little girl, I would help my mom care for my brothers and sisters. I'm the oldest of 6 children so naturally, I was the "built in" babysitter as I like to call it. So I have a lot of experience with caring for all ages and caring for a lot of children on my...
Averi can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Averi is a very smart, caring, hardworking and dependable young lady who always goes above and beyond her duties. She is excellent with children babies, toddlers and school age. She is so helpful when it comes to helping with homework for school age children, and...
Cristi A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello I have an extensive 15-year background in babysitting, primarily gained from taking care of my own siblings. This hands-on experience has given me a deep understanding of child development and the patience needed to provide attentive care. Additionally, I have one child of my own, which has further enriched my...
Carole can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Carole is kind to my 7yo son. He enjoyed his time with her."
Jenny L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've always loved working with children, whether it was working with nurses in neonatal facilities or babysitting, it became a huge part of my life. I have over 17 years of experience being a nanny. I also have 10 years of medical experience where I worked with premature babies and elders. I see babysitting as more of a hobby...
Claudia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Claudia is a beautiful human and caregiver. She has come into our family and now feels like family. For the past two years she has demonstrated commitment and care to our daughter (who is now about to be 2). She buys gifts for her for all the holidays, home remedy...
Barbara K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Sammie! I've been babysitting and taking care of kids for about 13 years, during which I worked with a lot of different ages. I've worked as a camp counselor and a lifeguard (5 years) both of which provided me with special safety skills like CPR and First Aid. I have past experience working as an after school nanny...
Sammie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Oona M.
New York, NY
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Patient, And Caring College Student With Teaching And Babysitting Experience
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! my name is Oona, I'm 20 and I live in Chelsea and go to school at FIT. I babysat consistently for multiple families since high school and love working with kids. I have experience babysitting as well as teaching ballet to children ages two through 12.
Oona can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My girls love Oona! She is super sweet and reliable. She plays & interacts with the kids well. She has been one of my girls favorite sitters."
Tracy S.
Alix M.
New York, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there, my name is Alix. I'm a sweet, dependable, loving, patient and trustworthy caregiver that loves to work with children. I have worked with them for 10 years and it's been nothing but amazing to see them grow and develop in their own person. I believe I have all the necessary qualities to make a great nanny/...
Alix can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alix was our amazing nanny for 4 wonderful years. I can't recommend her enough. She became a real part of our family. Our two small boys adore her, as do we. She is incredibly responsible, dependable, trustworthy, loving, and caring. She was able to blend being...
Jennifer W.
Clara M.
New York, NY
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked as a babysitter, nanny, and camp counselor with children of all ages, and have the most experience with the 8-year-old age group. CPR certified and have a driver's license with a clean record.
I have found childcare to be one of the most rewarding things in the world, and can't wait to meet your family!
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Clara did a great job! Reliable and proactive with a fun attitude."
Nadeen F.
Gloriel P.
Cliffside Park, NJ
$20-23/hr • 6 yrs exp
Crafty And Reliable Babysitter/Nanny & Mother's Helper!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Gloriel, I'm 25 years old and I recently completed my last semester of my bachelor's degree in Art History in London. I have been a babysitter for 6+ years now and have worked at two daycares as well. When I'm not in a classroom setting, I have experience with caring for up to 4 children at home as well as caring...
Gloriel can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Gloriel is a wonderful caregiver who has watched both my 3 year old daughter and 5 year old son. I have known her for about one year and in that time have seen a very caring, responsible, fun and loving provider. In addition she knows how to maintain a home and...
Rosalie D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
While I am in between jobs, I find that I have free time (way too much of it!) and would love the opportunity to spend that time babysitting. I have babysat, nannied, taught Sunday School, worked in my church nursery, volunteered with after-school programs, tutored students--you name it--and I'm eager to get back into...
Carol can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Carol was great--my little boy enjoyed spending time with her. I'd hire her again. Calm, competent, and fun for the kid."
Jeremy M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Estefania but everyone calls me Nia. I've been babysitting for 7 years now. I have experience with all ages and am comfortable with all ages 3 months and up. I am OK with providing transportation to and from extracurricular activities and school.
Estefania can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"While only with us a short time (we're moving), Estefania was great with our kids, and was always on time, we will miss her."
Patrick M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am looking for a childcare position that your family offers. My objective is to be involved in all activities related to a baby as I have experience in many different areas.
My related experiences are:
As a babysitter my experience is for a least 20 years with my own few as a manager for child daycare in my country four...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Paula took care of our newborn daughter when my wife went back to work from maternity leave at 10 weeks. During the interview I was impressed with how super organized she was and she had superb references - I mean all of her employers had really outstanding things...
Varun V.
5.0
(4)
I have 8 years of experience both teaching and babysitting/nannying. I can help with Travel, Cooking/Meal Preparation, Housekeeping and a plethora of other things. I am a huge fan of gentle parenting, and work very well with all kinds of people and children. I am also a dancer, singer and actor and can help your child if they...
Emilia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emmie worked for us when our children were younger in CA. My younger daughter adored her. She was her dance instructor and also worked babysitting for us as well. Highly recommend. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kerry and I am currently receiving my MST in Early Childhood and Special Education at Fordham University in NYC and working at a public school as a kindergarten assistant teacher. Along with this, I have 6+ years of experience with babysitting and nannying kids of all ages, ranging from infant-15+ years old. I am...
Kerry can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We hired Kerry to be our 21 month old daughter's nanny for the summer while I worked part-time. We loved her! She was engaging with our daughter and our daughter enjoyed spending the time with her. Kerry was always punctual and professional. Though she...
Joyce S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Shanique, a dedicated caregiver with a passion for working with children of all ages. With 5 years of experience as a nanny, extensive babysitting know-how, and 2 years as a teacher assistant, I've had the privilege of nurturing kids ranging from 2 months to 14 years old.
Your child's safety is my top priority;...
Shanique can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Shanique was awesome with my preschooler. My daughter keeps asking me to have Shanique return. So glad I found someone dependable and on time. I was able to go on an interview and secure a job because of Shanique!"
Cassandra K.
Madison L.
Secaucus, NJ
$20-39/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am an educated, reliable, and caring person who loves working with kids. Currently looking for consistent nannying job for the summer :)
I am in a clinical psychology phd program, specializing in children. I grew up with younger siblings and a huge family, so I have always had experience babysitting and working with...
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Madison was a fantastic caregiver for our two boys, ages 6 months and two years. It was our first time leaving them with anyone, and she put us at ease. She was on-time, enthusiastic, and sweet with the baby. Our two year old had such a great time with her! We...
Lacey C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Anissa! Over the past 10 years I have had the joy of helping many families look after their little ones. I have nannied for 15+ families, with the longest duration being 2 years and the shortest being 3 months, and have been babysitting since I was in high school. I have provided after school transportation,...
Anissa can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We will never find someone as attentive, punctual, considerate, playful, & hard working as Anissa. She's not only a great sitter, but an amazing human being. Total peace of mind leaving my children with her & we absolutely love her!"
Tanya R.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Wood Ridge, NJ
Kirsten C.
5.0
Kirsten was a wonderful babysitter! She was flexible, on time, responsible and so fun with the kids! I would recommend her without a doubt! Thanks, Kirsten!
- Maureen M.
Keliza A.
5.0
Keliza cared for my infant for two nights and she was amazing. Very attentive to details, easy-going, and comfortable with the baby. All my concerns went away with her. Looking forward to hiring her again.
- Dawanna W.
Charlie T.
5.0
Charlie T has been caring for our six-year-old son, N, for over a year now. N always looks forward to seeing Charlie. He is very responsible, caring, honest and very punctual. We can always rely on Charlie to pick up N from school on time and to get him to his play dates and afternoon school...
- Pamela S.
Averi C.
5.0
Averi is a very smart, caring, hardworking and dependable young lady who always goes above and beyond her duties. She is excellent with children babies, toddlers and school age. She is so helpful when it comes to helping with homework for school age children, and early learning with toddlers. She is...
- Cristi A.
Carole A.
5.0
Carole is punctual, polite and very easy going. She's good with our 9 month old and is able to engage and play with her. Carole is able to adhere to our limited /no TV rule and other house rules we have told her. Carole is respectful and someone you can feel comfortable with in your home and alone...
- Kingi K.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Wood Ridge, NJ:
How can I find a Wood Ridge babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Wood Ridge, 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 20 babysitters in Wood Ridge, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 Wood Ridge, NJ?
The average rate for Wood Ridge, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $24.70 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 Wood Ridge, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Wood Ridge, 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 Wood Ridge, NJ babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Wood Ridge, NJ are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 28 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.