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Natalie S.

Part Time Care Giver Available

South Plainfield, NJ

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Hi my name is Natalie and I am going to be a sophomore in college in the fall. I enjoy things like working out, playing golf at a competitive level, eating healthy, yoga and being around kids. As I am home for the summer I am willing to babysit and care for children from ages 4-12. Last summer I had a lot of experience with...
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Responsive Caregiver With 15+ Years Of Experience

Fanwood, NJ

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$20/hr
3 years experience
My name is Claire and I've been a stay at home mom to my 2 daughters for 14 years and am a former homeschooler. I enjoy exploring the outdoors, craft projects, and reading. Now that my kids are in school I'm looking for some childcare work during the day, and am open to occasional date night babysitting as well. I'd describe my...
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Westfield, NJ

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$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi, my name is Karla! I'm an experienced and responsible caregiver with over a year of experience working with children of all ages, from infants and toddlers to teens up to 15 years old. I'm a native Spanish speaker and fluent in English, which allows me to communicate effectively in both languages. I can also introduce or...
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Experience Sitter Looking For A Part - Time Job

Clark, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Alexis and I am 25 years old. I currently am finishing my degree at a local University in NJ to be a history teacher. I have worked with children for about 10 years now on and off varying between a nanny, babysitter, and tutor. Any age group of children is no challenge for me. I grew up with 4 siblings all ranging...
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Stay At Home Mom Offering Drop & Go Childcare Monday - Friday 10a-2p

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$20/hr
Hi Moms & Dads! Do you need some time without the little ones during the week? Sometimes you just need a little time without the kids to run chores, go to a doctor appointment, have some "me time", etc. I offer drop off babysitting at my house from 10a-2p Monday - Friday. I am a local (Scotch Plains) stay-at-home mom with two...
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Fords, NJ

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, my name is Awo and I am Nursing student graduate from Rutgers University. I graduated in May 2020 with a Bachelors in Nursing and I am currently taking a little break before I decide to work as a full time nurse ! I am 28 years old and have been babysitting and working with kids since I was 13 years old. I was an assistant...
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Chatham, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Hi! My names Nadia, and I am home in NJ for the summer. I am a rising sophomore at the University of Miami, where I am majoring in psychology. I have experience with children mostly through dance programs and being a camp counselor, as well as babysitting on occasion. I have also worked with people with special needs, and am...
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Clark, NJ

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Hi! I'm Bella! I am currently a freshman at TCNJ majoring in Psychology. I'm trying to find a babysitting job over the Summer while I am home from college. I have babysat for a family in Westfield during my senior year of high school for 2 children ages 6 and 9. I have also worked with many children of various ages during...
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18yr Old Looking For Short Term Babysitting Jobs

Fanwood, NJ

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Hello! My name is Elizabeth and I am a rising sophomore in college attending SUNY New Paltz, studying psychology with a concentration in bio. I am home for most of the summer (all except July) and am looking to do one-time or short term babysitting jobs around the Scotch Plains area. I have experience working in a restaurant...
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Fun Childcare/babysitter

Piscataway, NJ

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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I am very interested in the babysitter position. Babysitting is my comfort zone. From driving children to and from sports activities to initiating and monitoring games and arts & crafts projects, I enjoy the challenge of managing multiple activities while ensuring the safety and well-being of children in my care. Currently a...
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Summer Nannying/babysitting Position

Cranford, NJ

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Hi I'm Kelly! I just finished up my Junior year at San Diego State University majoring in marketing. I am from Cranford, New Jersey and am looking for a babysitting position while I'm home for the summer from May 13-August. I have years of experience working with multiple families with children between the ages of 2-12. I am a...
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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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Fun-loving Babysitter

Gillette, NJ

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$14/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi there! My name is Alexandra and I am devoted to being the best sitter for your kids. Whether your kiddos need a ride home from school or they need help with their homework, I'm here to help!
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Edison, NJ

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
I have a lot of experience with young children as my family is filled with children ages 1-13 that I have watched over from time to time. I also used to watch a brother and a sister after picking them up from school until their mother came home. Also, I was a camp counselor in my township. I also had a successful babysitting job...
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Part Time Caregiver

Edison, NJ

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
Hi! My name is Alessandra, and I always enjoy my time when babysitting. I have previously worked at a daycare for a year. During that time I worked with children from the ages of 6 months- 14 years. While working there some of my responsibilities included giving them snack, organizing activities, playing with them and helping...
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Nanny/Babysitter/Mommy's Helper

Basking Ridge, NJ

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
I am a mom of a 14-month-old, as well as a licensed clinical therapist. I recently found out I am pregnant again and due in April. I've decided to stay home with my baby at this time. I have an extensive history of nannying and babysitting kids ages 1-13, as well as experience working in the elementary and middle school setting...
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Russian/English Bilingual Experienced Babysitter/senior Caregiver

Piscataway, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Kate and I'm 59 years old experienced caregiver. It's been 10+years since I started to work as a home health aid and during this time I gained a lot of knowledge and priceless experience. I enjoy helping people to make their lives easier and happier. If you are looking for a trustworthy and caring individual to...
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South Plainfield, NJ

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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'd describe my personality as energetic, upbeat, and empathetic. I like working with kids because I feel like I am a kid at heart, and it doesn't feel as though I am working, it's something I genuinely enjoy. I'm looking for a job that is not too far from home. I started working with kids when my little cousin was born. I...
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Scotch Plains, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi! My experience with children started when I was 18 years old with babysitting jobs and it has been an amazing experience for me so far. At 21 I left my home country ( Brazil ) and moved to the United States to study and work with children as a nanny live-in, I stayed for 1 year and 2 months with an amazing family and took...

Care Member says "Larissa is the best nanny we have ever had for a variety of reasons. First off - she is extremely reliable. She is always promptly on time and never...

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Chatham, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am a pharmacy student at FDU and I work part time at a pharmacy. I am home with limited hours, but the occasional babysitting I can do.
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  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of August 2025

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All in-home babysitters charge different rates, but in-home babysitter rates near you start at $15.00. This is just a baseline price to give you an idea of how much it can cost to hire an in-home babysitter. Years of experience, location, and desired babysitting duties like driving them home from school and tutoring can all impact the price a sitter charges.

In-home babysitter duties can vary greatly. Some can help with homework. Others may prefer to tackle in-home chores like laundry, cooking, and light housekeeping. You can review 1 profiles of in-home babysitters near you by the types of babysitter duties they are comfortable taking on.

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