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Meghan P.

Experienced Teacher Looking For Child Care Opportunities For The Summer

Highland Park, NJ

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
grocery shopping
Working with children is my passion. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education and over 10 years of child care and teaching experience. I also have two children of my own, my daughter is 20 and is a student at Rutgers and my son is 16. I currently teach Pre-K in the Plainfield Public School District. I have experience with...
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Ayanna A.

Best Nanny Out There

New Brunswick, NJ

4.8(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
hello, my name is Ayanna . I'm 23 years old and a mother of 2 children. I am fully vaccinated. I have plenty of experience taking care of children professionally in homes and daycares from the ages of newborn and older. I know how to clean, cook and organize. I have reliable transportation and are always on time ready to work....

Care Member says "Ayanna worked with our 4 month old baby for a little over a month. She was prompt and flexible. We needed someone to start @7:30am. She showed up...

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Lisa F.

East Brunswick, NJ

4.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
My name is Lisa I am a part time dental assistant looking for some extra hours during the week to help out a family in need. I have two children of my own that are now grown up and starting their own families. I am willing to help out with before or after school hours, assistant with meal prep, homework, cleaning, keeping the...

Jenniferlynn M. says "I'm so happy to have met Lisa. She's great with my 3 year old and he looks forward to playing with her every week. I feel very fortunate to have her...

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Jordan M.

Woodbridge, NJ

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
Hi there! My name is Jordan and I am a first year student in the Master of Social Work program at Rutgers NB. I am looking for some part-time hours before my night courses and would love to help out if this position is still available. I have 7 years of babysitting experience and I can provide references. I have my own car with...

Colleen L. says "Jordan was a fantastic after school sitter for my children. She was reliable, friendly, and punctual. My kids love her. I highly recommend her for any...

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Gina R.

Daycare Teacher Looking To Switch To Private Care.

Old Bridge, NJ

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello! Let me begin by saying I am an energetic and nurturing mother of three grown children, and a Grandmother. Before becoming a full time Mom in 2001, I worked as a Supervisor for 20 years on the New York Mercantile Exchange. Currently I am Employed by Primrose School of Old Bridge. I have been a Nanny for three wonderful...
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Nadine F.

Responsible Mom With Reliable Transportation

East Brunswick, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I'm an older mom of an 11-year-old daughter and have been her primary caregiver for most of her early years since my husband worked 12 hour days. I've been responsible for watching many of my daughter's friends, prepared meals for them, ensured that they had activities to keep them busy and have driven them to activities. I...

Jeffrey S. says "We are so thankful for Nadine. She cared for our 2 kids in the morning before school and drove them safely for 2 years. She was always on time, never...

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Alexandra R.

Nanny

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hello! My name is Alexandra and I have been a Nanny for 3 years. I am comfortable looking after kids of all ages and have flexible hours. I can perform light housekeeping jobs and have transportation. I am comfortable with animals as well. If you are looking for a Nanny please contact me!

Care Member says "Alexandra is great! She cleans thoroughly, takes pride in her work, and communicates well with us. She is also wonderful with cats. We would highly...

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Adi Z.

Hello! My Name Is Didi, And I Am About To Graduate From College This Spring!

Milltown, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
1 year experience
I'd describe my personality as fun, responsible, and trustworthy I like working with kids because I love their curiosity, I love playing with them, and I love learning from them I'm looking for a job that has flexible hours and good communication I started working with kids when I was in high school and had to watch my...

Care Member says "Adi worked for us for us last year. I cannot say enough about this wonderful girl! She became a part of our family and we all love her. Anyone who hires...

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Natia B.

Sayreville, NJ

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$27/hr
8 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
I am an experienced care giver with 8 years of experience and references. I live in Sereville looking for hourly work 5 days a week. My free hours are 9 a.m. to 3pm
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Asiya S.

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Somerset, NJ

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! Im Asiya im 21 years old and I am a preschool teacher! I have been working in childcare for a year, working with children ages 1-4 years old. I am looking for a full time position M-F and my hourly rate is $25/hour for one child. I am CPR certified and have my own transportation. My goal is to give your child a creative,...
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Zyhirah B.

Fun Sitter

Somerset, NJ

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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have a strong love for kids I have been babysitting sits for a good 3 years now and I could say I absolutely enjoy it. I have baby sit children from all ages especially infants. Im extremely patient and I'm willing to do many other task if needed I don't charge 20 per hour.
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Francesca D.

Summer 2024 Care Giver Available

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
Dear Parents, My name is Francesca, and I graduated from Kean University with a B. A. in Education, with endorsements in Special Ed. and English (K-12) in 2022. I have a strong background in working with children, including babysitting, camp, and after-school counseling at SPF schools through the YMCA program, student teaching,...
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Mariah O.

Sayreville, NJ

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$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
I have a lot of experience with babies, infants and teenagers. Mother of three myself, my youngest is already 24. They grow very fast and I would love to be around little ones again. I am very flexible with working hours, I can also do overnights and assure the ones entrusted to me are well looked after.
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Kristina P.

Middlesex, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
Hello! I'm Kristina and I have worked with children since I was about 14 in various preschools, and I'm currently working as a teacher in a Pre-K classroom. I have experience and love working with kids anywhere from the ages of 0-9. I am looking for a steady before care job that I could do before my working hours for the day. I...
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Elsie W.

Best & Fun Sitter

Dayton, NJ

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I have been babysitting since the age of 11, even if it was my nephews and nieces getting dropped off by my aunts for a few hours. I love kids and brings me joy to see them smile and seeing them learn new things.
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Rachel C.

Watchung, NJ

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello everyone, My name is Rachel and I am currently a teacher at an after-school program with SAY San Diego. I work with children ages 3-11 at a school within the San Diego Unified School District. I received my B. S. in Child Development at San Diego State University and am currently working towards my M. S. in Child...
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Nayreen A.

EMT In Training Can Provide BLS :)

Parlin, NJ

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$19/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi I'm Nayreen! I have 4 years of experience with kids. I babysat all ages. I love kids! I'm willing to teach, play with, dress up, bathe, put the little snug bugs to bed, and more! My schedule is flexible and I want to fill up my hours as much as possible for the summer. I've been volunteering at my local first aid squad for 3...
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Carolyn C.

Part Time Babysitter. Available Mondays Anytime and Sat & Sun

South Bound Brook, NJ

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
I am currently a teacher' s assistant in a public school working with children grades K-2 in a multiple disabilities classroom. I also have experience with preschool aged children. I am looking for part time hours.
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Danielle C.

Hello Families

Plainfield, NJ

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
Hello families my name is Danielle I am recent graduate from Virginia State University. I am a Mechanical Engineering major. I have experience working with newborns up until the age of 13 and sitting for up to 8 kids at once. I currently have availability 7 days a week. I do occasional sitting as well as date nights, long...
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Desiree D.

Babysitter

Plainfield, NJ

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Desiree! I'm from union county, I am currently available to babysit if anyone is looking for some help during the week with school pickups or date nights on the weekends :) I am CPR and first aid certified, I also have experience working with kids through my current job as well as helping raise my younger sister...
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  • The average post rate is $18.00/hr as of August 2025

Recent hourly child care reviews from local parents in Highland Park, NJ

Hourly Child Care in Highland Park, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed hourly child care

Ayanna A.

Ayanna worked with our 4 month old baby for a little over a month. She was prompt and flexible. We needed someone to start @7:30am. She...

- Care member

Lisa F.

I'm so happy to have met Lisa. She's great with my 3 year old and he looks forward to playing with her every week. I feel very fortunate to...

- Jenniferlynn M.

Jordan M.

Jordan was a fantastic after school sitter for my children. She was reliable, friendly, and punctual. My kids love her. I highly recommend...

- Colleen L.

FAQs for finding hourly child care near you in Highland Park, NJ

If you’re looking for hourly child care near you in Highland Park, NJ, you can review different Care.com profiles until you find a caregiver who fits your family’s needs and budgets. The average child care hourly rate in Highland Park, NJ is $18.00, but child care rates per hour can differ based on years of experience, location, and other factors.

You can use Care.com to find hourly child care near you in Highland Park, NJ. All you have to do is search through provider profiles in your area until you find a caregiver with the experience level you’re looking for and who can provide you with the hourly child care services you need.

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There are many different types of hourly child care services available near you in Highland Park, NJ. You can use Care.com to find a caregiver who can meet your family’s needs by reviewing different caregiver profiles to see what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on.

While each individual hourly child care provider may have their own standards for how many hours they want to work in order to make working worth their time, there is no set standard for how many hours you need to book. When looking for hourly child care near you in Highland Park, NJ, you can ask different caregivers if they have a minimum hour requirement for each engagement.

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