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Jessica J.
Scotch Plains, NJ
$20-22/hr
Stay At Home Mom Offering Drop & Go Childcare Monday - Friday 10a-2p
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...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there. I am a 47-year-old woman who used to care for children in my home. I have 10 years of child care experience. I have watched children from 2 months to 10 years of age. I do not smoke and am comfortable with pets. My abilities include but not limited to laundry for children, meal prep, feeding, nap time, outdoor time and...
Joanne can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Joanne was such a great caregiver! She was knowledgeable, caring and super attentive. She cared for our infant and kept her really engaged by singing, playing, and reading to her. She also takes safety very seriously and prioritized cleanliness. I would highly...
Jade W.
Christerlie F.
Rahway, NJ
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi!! My name is Christerlie. I'm 21 years old. I'm fun and energetic! I've been babysitting as soon as I was able to be home alone with all my siblings, Cousins and family friends. I'm a great cook and LOVE dogs not too fond of Cats :(
Christerlie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"I hired Christerlie to care for my 10 year old baby girl. My daughter loved her. She would not stop talking about you. Thank you again. "
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Grysmeldy G.
Middlesex, NJ
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am a registered nurse with a bachelor's from Rutgers University and currently work in postpartum home visiting. I enjoy working with small children and have clinical experience with newborns and children up to 2 years old. I have experience babysitting children ages 1 to 8 years old. I am enrolled very par time in a...
Grysmeldy can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Grysmeldy to watch our toddler while we attended a wedding in NJ. We are from out of state and have never really left our son with a babysitter before, but Grysmeldy was just the best and made us feel totally at ease. Our son had so much fun and talked...
Meredith C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I have a true passion for working with kids. I'm very engaged with the children I care for and will always be up for activities. I recently took care of two young boys in Morristown, primarily for after-school care. I picked them up from school and brought them to weekly activities. I fed them snacks and assisted with...
Joseph can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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...
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there, I'm Emma! I am a recent graduate from NYU where I studied dance and psychology. This past school year, I worked at an after school program in Brooklyn teaching dance to 4-5-year-olds. Given the current state of uncertainty we live in, I have moved out of Manhattan and back home with my loving parents in Westfield, NJ....
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Emma helped me and my family in a pinch this summer. She was so energetic and a calming presence when things were a bit crazy! She brought games with her and my 4yr old adored her. She was also great with my twin, 1yr old boys! Thanks Emma!"
Kerry J.
5.0
(1)
My main experience has been with infant care and teaching toddlers within my church with 10 years of experience. I have done private, home-care and tutoring for around 5 years with specialty with children from ages 0-6 years old. I pride myself with being caring, responsible and reliable/punctual.
Amalia can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Amalia was very dependable and loving to my two children. My children loved her and you can tell they formed a connection. I wish I could have packaged her with me when I moved haha, anyone would be lucky to find someone like her !"
Lisbeth A.
I'm a going to be a sophomore nursing student at the University of Rhode Island next year. I am home for the summer and looking to babysit along with my job at an urgent care. I am good with pets, and have a dog at home as well. I have babysat for many families since I started high school, and have worked at a recreation job...
Kara can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Paige P.
Mountainside, NJ
$18-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hey everyone! my name is Paige, im 21 years old, and I live in Mountainside NJ. Putting a smile on faces and making sure everyone is happy and satisfied is my main goal! I love going to the gym and being outdoors, as well as crafting and cooking! Child care is a huge part of my life, as I have been doing it since I was around...
Paige can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
hi my names Alicia I'm 27 years old I'm starting back babysitting but doing in home babysitting
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!
Alexandra can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Cristina, and I am an engineering graduate from Rutgers University, majoring in chemical engineering. I currently work for a pharmaceutical company, but occasionally provide child care services as a secondary source of income. I've worked in child care for about 6-8 years now, and am also still an occasional date...
Cristina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have been babysitting and around kids since I was 13. I am a sophomore in college and will be home for the summers. My schedule is very flexible!
Marissa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Antoinette P.
Staten Island, NY
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time Or Full-time Babysitter Or Nanny Available With Transportation Your Home Or My Home
2.3
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a very loving, caring and warm person. I am reliable trustworthy professional motivated individual and have been caring for children of all ages for more then 10-years. For me it's more then just a job. I enjoy working with children on a deeper level. I will care for your child as if he or she was my own not as just an...
Antoinette can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Antoinette is such a blessing to my family. She's simply an amazing babysitter. Antoinette is reliable, punctual, responsible and the list goes on and on. She takes very good care of my 2 children who truly love her."
Not Now N.
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...
Natalie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi, I'm Claire :) I just graduated from the University of Michigan this past April and am back home in New jersey for the fall before I start my full time job in the winter! I have grown up babysitting my younger sister and neighbors as well as my 14 baby cousins. I love kids and am happy to help take care of yours!
Claire can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I'm 50-year-old looking for Pt work for Date Night and Weekends! I have over 20+ year of babysitting friends & family kids. Watch my 6-year-old grand-baby since she was 6 weeks old.. I have a 31-year-old so that shows you that I have a enough experiences. I'm now watching her daughter.. The cycle started all over again. You want...
Leah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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...
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Awo O.
Fords, NJ
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
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...
Awo can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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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Recent in-home babysitter reviews from local parents in Scotch Plains, NJ
Joanne G.
5.0
Joanne was our full time nanny for over a year and I cannot recommend her enough. Any family would be so lucky to have her care for their kids. My daughter was 10 months when she started and is so smart and polite because of Joanne. She was always talking, reading, and singing to her. She is...
- Care member
Christerlie F.
5.0
I hired Christerlie to care for my 10 year old baby girl. My daughter loved her. She would not stop talking about you. Thank you again.
- Care member
Grysmeldy G.
5.0
We hired Grysmeldy to watch our toddler while we attended a wedding in NJ. We are from out of state and have never really left our son with a babysitter before, but Grysmeldy was just the best and made us feel totally at ease. Our son had so much fun and talked about her all morning afterwards. She...
- Meredith C.
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
Emma F.
5.0
Emma helped me and my family in a pinch this summer. She was so energetic and a calming presence when things were a bit crazy! She brought games with her and my 4yr old adored her. She was also great with my twin, 1yr old boys! Thanks Emma!
- Kerry J.
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FAQs for finding an in-home babysitter
How much do in-home babysitters charge near me in Scotch Plains, NJ in May, 2024?
All in-home babysitters charge different rates, but in-home babysitter rates near you start at $20.00. 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.
What can in-home babysitters near me in Scotch Plains, NJ help with?
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.
How can I find in-home babysitters near me in Scotch Plains, NJ?
You can now find babysitters online in Scotch Plains, NJ with the help of babysitting websites like Care.com. Through Care.com, you can review 1 in-home babysitters near you who have your desired level of experience and skills, such as CPR training.