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62 babysitters are listed in Cranford, NJ
The average rate is $18/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Cranford, NJ
5.0
(10)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Nubia I am a very responsible, trustworthy, caring and loving mother of two beautiful girls looking to work as a part-time nanny. I have some college education and I'm also fluent in Portuguese.
I have 18 years of experience raising my own children and 10 years working with other families and children of all...
Nubia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Nubia was a great asset to our family! From the very first time we met her, our son instantly gravitated towards her. Over the past 6 months she has cultivated an awesome relationship with us and our son. He smiles as soon as she walks through the door every...
Anthony G.
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...
5.0
(2)
I worked as a summer camp / after school care counselor for six years.
Supervised children ages 3-15 years old. Responsibilities included lesson plans, assisting with homework, outdoor activities, swim lessons, field trips, etc. Experience with special needs children and coordinating care with parents. Certified in...
Joseph can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Joseph is caring, considerate and thoughtful when it comes to the care of my nine year old. Joseph has helped out our family for several years, and we are beyond impressed by his care, commitment and support to our family and nine year old Nico. Without a second...
Care member
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with cooking/meal prep, laundry, light housekeeping, grocery shopping, carpool, errands, swimming supervision and crafts. I grew up with both of my parents in my household I have 3 younger sisters ages 8, 13, & 19 we are a really close family we grew up eating dinner together every night...
Naliyah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"Naliyah was really sweet with my sons, and they loved her. She made sure they were safe and soothed them whenever they cried. She would do anything she was asked to do and showed up every day. "
Jesse B.
Delia K.
Cranford, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible, Energetic College Student Looking For Weekly Babysitting Job!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Delia, I'm a 25 y/o legal professional looking for babysitting opportunities on the weekends/after school hours on certain weekdays (I work a hybrid schedule). I currently work full-time in NYC and live in Westfield. I have about 11 years of experience with children ages 2 and up. I'm energetic, responsible, organized...
Delia can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ms. Delia K. is a caring, responsible, knowledgeable, determined, hard working individual. She is dependable and very resourceful. Her interaction with children is sincere and concise, providing great communication and compassion. She is also amazing at hands on...
Yvette D.
4.9
(8)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Victoria and I've been working as a full time babysitter for the past 5 years.
I gently ask if you need one-time babysitting, please text me first so we can chat about hours-rate and I can also provide my references if you need. (I won't accept jobs unless you message me first).
I currently live in Cranford and...
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Victoria was a great babysitter for our 4 year old son, she arrived on time and quickly connected with our son. We look forward to hiring Victoria again for upcoming evenings or weekends when we need a sitter, highly recommend!"
Renee P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! To get straight to the point, I love cleaning lol there is something very satisfying about cleaning an area and making it look fresh and inviting.
I have very flexible availability and can accommodate most schedules.
Tasks that I am happy to complete:
* Vacuuming
* Sweeping
* Dusting
* Wiping down surfaces
*...
Corinne can also help with: Organization, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 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 what I do and wish to broaden...
Corinne can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Corinne is absolutely a wonderful person and caregiver. She helped take care of our 7 year-old during remote schooling--making sure our daughter logged in to her various classes, helping with schoolwork, and playing together during breaks. Ms. Corinne is an...
Jo-anne S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Mary J and I am a sophomore college student, studying Occupational Therapy. I am looking to find a summer babysitter / nannying position. I have five years of experience caring for children.
Mary can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mary was an absolute dream and savior for us this summer! She cared for my 5 year old daughter and her two older cousins much of the summer. She was energetic, upbeat, careful, engaging, and just so kind and warm with the kids. They absolutely loved her and my...
Laura B.
5.0
(3)
Hello--My name is Shelly.
I am a young, energetic grandmother of 4. I am always on the go and up for a challenge. I have many years of experience taking care of the elderly population, especially senior citizens in the early stages of alzheimer's disease. I am patient, caring, understanding and compassionate. I have a great...
Rochelle can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Miss Shelly took care of my daughter from age 4 months to 2.5 years old. Taking her out of daycare and having Miss Shelly was the best decision I've ever made. Miss Shelly is loving, honest, dependable, and amazing with children. I don't know what we would of done...
Brooke S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Mom to 3 adult sons. School aide 2 years. Full time nanny 3 years to a little boy , nanny 1 year for toddler twins, full time day care in Westfield for newborn to 20 months
Phyllis can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Phyllis cared for our son since he was 6 months old and I wholeheartedly trust her with him. She is punctual every single time, and very communicative - so we never felt like we didn’t know what was going on. She made sure our son was always cared for and within...
Christine Y.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello--My name is Shelly.
I am a young, energetic grandmother of 4. I am always on the go and up for a challenge. I have many years of experience taking care of the elderly population, especially senior citizens in the early stages of alzheimer's disease. I am patient, caring, understanding and compassionate. I have a great...
Rochelle can also help with: Personal care, mobility assistance, companionship
5.0
"Shelly took care of my Grandmother for several years. She not only took great care of her, but she truly cared about her and her needs. We knew she was in great hands under Shelly's care."
Jennifer B.
I am 24 years old, looking for part time babysitting opportunities. I am great with children and have tutoring experience. I graduated from Syracuse University and work full time in Manhattan. I have been babysitting in NJ and NY since I was in high school, about eight years of experience babysitting children of all ages.
Eilidh can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a college student and am looking for part time work as a babysitter for the summer. I play lacrosse at the University of Denver and am energetic and responsible. I babysat for friends and family all throughout high school and would like to continue babysitting through the summer. I have my own car and a valid license so...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision
My childcare experience includes babysitting, teaching kindergarten and working as a nanny. I am also raising two wonderful children of my own who are now preteens. I have many years of experience working with children of all ages and can provide excellent refences upon request.
I am also fully vaccinated for Covid and the flu.
Leslea can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Gabriel G.
Cranford, NJ
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Fun Babysitter Here To Make Your Kids Smile And Your Life Easier!
Hi! My name is Gabe and I am a rising junior college student at the University of Richmond studying mathematics and business administration. I am looking for a summer babysitter position. I have 4 years of experience caring for children and I am open to many different jobs/opportunities!
Gabriel can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a proud mother of twin boys who are now in their 20s. For my sons, I coached an elementary-level soccer team. I am certified in Psychology and Early Childhood Education. Although raising my sons was my main priority, I was also a nursery school teacher for 6 years which I thoroughly enjoyed. I have 10+ years experience with...
Kim can also help with: Light cleaning
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! Im a experienced and loving nanny. Though I've worked with children of all ages (former teacher), my specialty is newborns and toddlers. I'm well versed with everything from diapers and feeding to nursery sanitizing and organizing. In addition, I have assisted with crib/sleep training, activities that aid with developmental...
Sheralyn can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hi I'm Kelly! I am a Sophomore at San Diego State University majoring in marketing. I am from Cranford, New Jersey and am looking forward to coming home and spending this summer on the East Coast. I am looking for a full time nannying position from May 15-August.
I have years of experience working with multiple families with...
Shannon R.
Cranford, NJ
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Shannon and I am from Cranford, New Jersey. I am 20 years old, am currently going into my Junior year of nursing school at the University of Pittsburgh, and have been babysitting/nannying for about 5 years. Over the past two years, I have become much more experienced with full-time nannying rather than just...
Shannon can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Cranford, NJ
Nubia D.
5.0
Nubia was a great asset to our family! From the very first time we met her, our son instantly gravitated towards her. Over the past 6 months she has cultivated an awesome relationship with us and our son. He smiles as soon as she walks through the door every morning! Nubia is a great communicator...
- Anthony G.
Joseph L.
5.0
Joseph is caring, considerate and thoughtful when it comes to the care of my nine year old. Joseph has helped out our family for several years, and we are beyond impressed by his care, commitment and support to our family and nine year old Nico. Without a second thought, I would hire him again! His...
- Care member
Naliyah F.
4.0
Naliyah was really sweet with my sons, and they loved her. She made sure they were safe and soothed them whenever they cried. She would do anything she was asked to do and showed up every day.
- Jesse B.
Delia K.
5.0
Ms. Delia K. is a caring, responsible, knowledgeable, determined, hard working individual. She is dependable and very resourceful. Her interaction with children is sincere and concise, providing great communication and compassion. She is also amazing at hands on projects with children.
- Yvette D.
Victoria L.
5.0
Victoria is kind, considerate, responsible, dedicated, mature and professional - a pleasure in all aspects. We feel very lucky to work with her!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Cranford, NJ:
How can I find a Cranford babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Cranford, 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 62 babysitters in Cranford, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.5. 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 Cranford, NJ?
The average rate for Cranford, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $18.82 per hour as of April 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 Cranford, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Cranford, 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 Cranford, NJ babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Babysitters in Cranford, NJ are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 39 reviews of the 62 listed babysitters.