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88 babysitters are listed in Westwood, NJ
The average rate is $20/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Westwood, NJ
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! College grad here - Rutgers University! I have my own child, he is 4. I am fluent in both English and Spanish, non-smoker. I grew up with sisters! I want our time together to be a positive experience and always open to your preferred parenting styles/method. Questions? Ask! :) Available for date nights and weekends too!
Shyrley can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Shryley has been a wonderful addition to our caretakers for our six month old daughter. She is incredibly nice and warm and our daughter smiles whenever she sees her. Shryley is also very punctual and flexible which we greatly appreciate. We would highly recommend...
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Tiffany E.
Westwood, NJ
$25-38/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(15)
Hired by 31 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Tiffany! I'm 29 years old from Westwood, New Jersey. My childcare experience began with mommy-helping at age 12 then independently babysitting at age 17. My childcare resume is extensive as I have traveled the tri-state area and worked with children all ages from infancy to teenagers. I have also worked with...
Tiffany can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We're so lucky to have found Tiffany, she is a patient, kind caregiver and our kids just adore her. She's easy going and calming while also following through with any rules we set. She's also professional and on top of everything which is refreshing. I'd recommend...
David G.
Wei N.
Westwood, NJ
$30-43/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
I have extensive experience in childcare and genuinely enjoy taking care of children. I am well-versed in current children's interests and trends, thanks to my exposure and interactions with them. Additionally, having a 21-year-old son who attends Rutgers University gives me further insight into the needs and preferences of...
5.0
"I highly recommend Wei. I hired Wei for 3 hours in the morning, 4 days a week to get my toddler fed, dressed and dropped off at daycare. She took care of these things very well and as a bonus she also taught my child some mandarin during this time. My child was...
Richard L.
4.9
(8)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been a child care provider for over 24 years . I've watched children from the ages of 12 weeks-10. I give each child individual love and care. My services vary depending on each individuals need. I provide your child/children with a vast number of activities, help with homework, etc. Any questions, please call. I'm...
Theresa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Teri was one of the best babysitters we had. Teri helped my two children, ages 8 and 6, in the morning on the days I worked. She was punctual, helpful with breakfast and getting them safely to school. My kids loved her as well. Any family would be lucky yo have...
Needa H.
Nicolette L.
Westwood, NJ
$23/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Self-motivated, engaged and passionate student who is looking for a weekly part time babysitting job.
Nicolette can also help with: Carpooling, travel
5.0
"Very dependable, clean and great with my 11 year old twin boys. I highly recommend Nicolette for help with your children. Nicky helped pick up boys from school, camp and made lunch as well as dealing with my new puppy."
Joe A.
Miriam C.
Westwood, NJ
$18-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
More than a nanny! I have more than 10 years experience caring for children from newborns on up. I have two grown children of my own. I enjoy not only caring for children, but, also, playing with them. I am punctual and efficient.
Miriam can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Miriam has been an essential member of our family for the past 3.5 years, watching over our two very active boys at home, now 3yo & 6yo. She is an extremely responsible & dependable person - she was always on time and never missed work. Most importantly, she has...
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5.0
(2)
Hi, My name is Ornett I am a mature, professional, educated and well experienced elderly care provider. I have been giving care to elderly persons for over 7 years. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Assistant, Certified Home Health Aid and I hold other certifications along with license. I believe that the elderly...
Ornett can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Ornett is a very hard working woman she is very dependable and residents seem to like her a lot. She loves to help out in any way or form she can."
Anja M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a dog and absolutely love dogs and cats. I usually clean houses and am a senior caregiver, but usually it includes some pet care. For the past 2 years, I have been taking care of 2 dogs and 6 cats for two families I work for. I walk, play, and feed them while their owners are at work or traveling. I am a very committed...
Rosemary can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet transportation & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Rosemary sat for my mom’s cat, Tommy. She had t been away in years so we whisked her away to the beach. She didn’t want to leave Tommy but we convinced her it would be okay because Care.com is trustworthy. Rosemary exceeded our expectations by visiting with Tommy...
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3.0
(1)
Experience with companion, talk, light housekeeping, meal preparation, running errands and bring them to places. Reliable. Excellent references. I love pets too
Rosemary can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, visiting nurse, meal prep, transportation, errands & more
3.0
"Messaged Rosemary to care for my mother. She was super sweet when messaging and even during the interview. We told her the job was companionship for 80y/o woman who did not require hands on care. We needed someone who could help with light housekeeping, laundry,...
Ashley M.
Rosemary Q.
Westwood, NJ
$25-55/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Child Care
I have 2 adults daughters and have experience and excellent references. Transportation and I am reliable.
Rosemary can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am an excellent housekeeper I have been doing this for more than 10 years! I am very honest, reliable, and experienced with excellent references. I am very detailed with great cleaning skills. I have my own transportation and my schedule is very flexible.
Rosemary can also help with: General room cleaning, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, basement cleaning, dusting & more
5.0
"Consistent, honest, dependable and hard working!"
Lisa R.
I have worked with 1st and 2nd graders at a summer camp for 4 years. I have also babysat for a family with 7-year-old twins and an 11-year-old boy. I enjoy being with children and plan to pursue a career working with children in college.
Gabriella can also help with: Craft assistance
Julia K.
Westwood, NJ
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Assistant For General Errands, Pet Sitting And Experienced Babysitter
I have lived in Bernuda for many years and was a TV news reporter, I have moved back to the US to attend college and pursue a different career path. I am a responsible, timely and honest individual with extensive experience babysitting children including special needs children. In previous babysitting posts I cared for babies...
Hello! My name is Katie. I live in Westwood with my 2 rescue kitties and work as a medical aesthetician in a med spa, and have 10+ years experience with kids. I also have experience with animals of all ages (dogs, cats, rodents), and am familiar in caring for elderly & sick pets. I am very flexible with my time outside of work,...
Katie can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hello! I am a recent college graduate looking for part-time work as a babysitter/nanny. I am about to be 22 years old and I have years of experience with children as a paraprofessional TA for children with a diverse array of intellectual/developmental disabilities, as well as babysitting and camp counseling growing up. I...
Brenna can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I am responsible, compassionate and caring. I am a single mother to my three old daughter while working in Paramus MD (multiple disabilities) program. I've worked in this program for over 6 years.
I started working with kids when I was 12 years old. It all started with one babysitting job, which allowed me to find my passion...
Amy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
I have been babysitting for about 10 years now. I have experience with children of all ages from birth to teenagers. I have a sibling with special needs, so I am very experienced with children with special needs. I have worked for an infant and toddler development center for 4 years. I am currently a Middle School Teacher for...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am Lucia. I have been working with children for over 10 years. I have babysat kids ages 4-12 and I really enjoy hanging out and getting to know the children I babysit. I am a great positive role model to children. I am also youth fitness coach so love being active.
Lucia can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello Everyone! My name is Chelsea, I'm 29 years old and I live in Westwood. I have tons of experience with children from the ages of 2-17 years old. I'm a second grade teacher with a Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education from Montclair State University. My teaching schedule in the summer is from Monday - Thursday from...
Chelsea can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"My kids loved Chelsea! Super happy with her- will definitely miss her next year!"
Amy D.
Hello, my name is Bella. I am currently a college student at TCNJ studying speech language pathology.
I have worked at a daycare with children from 0-6 for 2 years, as well as babysitting children 2-10 for 3 years. I am CPR certified and have worked with children of all backgrounds and abilities.
My schedule is very open and...
Bella can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Westwood, NJ
Shyrley R.
5.0
Shyrley is great with our 5 and 7 year olds- very flexible with scheduling and always arrives on time. The kids love her and we’re happy to have found her!
- Casey R.
Tiffany E.
5.0
We've hired Tiffany as babysitter. She is one of the sweetest people I've met. She is so good and gentle with our N. She offers to help in ways beyond her responsibilities. Definitely would recommend her.
- Gabriela M.
Wei N.
5.0
I highly recommend Wei. I hired Wei for 3 hours in the morning, 4 days a week to get my toddler fed, dressed and dropped off at daycare. She took care of these things very well and as a bonus she also taught my child some mandarin during this time. My child was very quick to warm up to Wei, even...
- Richard L.
Theresa P.
5.0
Theresa goes out of her way to make the kids happy and safe. My kids loved spending the summer at her house and keep asking for another visit.
- Kathryn G.
Nicolette L.
5.0
Very dependable, clean and great with my 11 year old twin boys. I highly recommend Nicolette for help with your children. Nicky helped pick up boys from school, camp and made lunch as well as dealing with my new puppy.
- Joe A.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Westwood, NJ:
How can I find a Westwood babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Westwood, 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 88 babysitters in Westwood, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Westwood, NJ?
The average rate for Westwood, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $20.84 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 Westwood, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Westwood, 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 Westwood, NJ babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Westwood, NJ are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 46 reviews of the 88 listed babysitters.