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Emma F.

Fun And Friendly Babysitter!

Westfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
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....

Kerry J. says "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...

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Bridget W.

I Love Children And Try My Best To Always Be Having Fun And Making Them Happy!

Westfield, NJ

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
My name is Bridget and I am a sophomore at the University of Scranton and will be home for a long break starting December 1st. I will be home until January 28th most likely and am available most days to babysit (day or night). I have plenty of experience and have worked with kids for the past 5 years along with being CPR...
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Karla D.

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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Rebecca M.

Edison, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello ! My name is Rebecca and I am a recent graduate from Queens College with a studio art/art education major pre-k-12. What made me love children and seniors was working with them in community houses/ nursing homes, after-school programs and babysitting my brother, cousins and neighbors since I was a young teen. Through these...

Iuliia K. says "I hired Rebecca to take care of my 5-years old son. My boy really loved being with her, he said it was fun to read and make his homework with her. She...

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Nicole S.

Nanny

Woodbridge, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
My name is Nicole, I am 29years old. I have a lot of experience working with children. I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old and Nannying since I was 18 years old. I am looking for a family who I can treat their child as one of my own and help the family with whatever they need. I also do house work; such as clean,...

Ashley W. says "I am one of her teachers and she is a very reliable student. I would highly recommend Nicole to anyone."

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Grysmeldy G.

Middlesex, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
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...

Meredith C. says "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...

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Chrisnide E.

Your Trusted Babysitter: Creating Smiles, Safe Environment, Nurturing Hearts!

Irvington, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello, I'm Chrisnide , your reliable and compassionate caregiver for all your family and home needs. With a passion for childcare, a love for pets, and a knack for keeping homes spotless, I offer a comprehensive range of services tailored to your specific requirements. I provide a safe and nurturing environment for your little...

Care Member says "She’s a wonderful caregiver and will give her very best. Whenever there’s a change or you want something known just communicate and she will do her best...

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Indrani D.

Babysitter/Nanny

Irvington, NJ

4.2(1)
from
$30/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
From 1995-2000, I was a stay at home mom with my son for five years. I taught him to read and write. From 2001-2007, I worked at an elementary school as a teacher's aide. From 2007-2008, I worked at a daycare center as a teacher and caretaker of 2 to 3-year-old toddlers. From 2008-2011, I worked at a preschool as a teacher and...

Care Member says "Indrani is absolutely amazing! She has been with our family for almost three years now. She is patient, good-hearted, and responsible. Our little one...

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Joanne G.

Full Time Babysitter/nanny

Carteret, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there. I am a 48-year-old woman who used to care for children in my home. I have 10 plus 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...

Care Member says "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...

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Latacha B.

Babysitter/Nanny/Housekeeper

East Orange, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
Certified Baby Care Specialist with 10 (10) plus years' experience in infant and child care. Very responsible, trustworthy, mature, punctual, emotionally intelligent, excellent educational and personal background, friendly personality with fantastic communication and interpersonal skills. Baby or infant will be in safe, capable...

Care Member says "Latacha was referred to me by friends she worked for and I am so grateful they did. I have two children and Latacha has cared for both of them from...

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Natalie S.

Part Time Care Giver Available

South Plainfield, NJ

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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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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Renee M.

Millington, NJ

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello my name is Renée! I'm a graduate student at Caldwell University studying to become an art therapist. I have 8 years of experience caring for children and teenagers ages 4 and up, at a day camp local to where I live. My favorite part of being a counselor at camp is engaging with the campers, teaching them new things, and...
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Nia D.

Linden, NJ

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$23/hr
3 years experience
I'm a patient, calm, and friendly childcare provider with 3 years of experience. My passion for working with children stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles, where I discovered my ability to make a positive impact on their lives. I enjoy supporting families and providing reliable childcare options that...
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Alexis R.

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
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
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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Riley F.

Riley F!

Piscataway, NJ

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Hi! My names Riley F, I have recently graduated from the University of South Carolina with a BA in psychology along a minor in education. I am now continuing my education at Rutgers in their MSW program. I have been nannying/babysitting for 8+ years with families of 3+ children. I also have experience working with children with...
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Julie M.

Caregiver/Tutor/Mentor/Babysitter

Fanwood, NJ

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$34/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
My name is Julie, I have my Masters in Social Work and I have been babysitting for families in my area and NYC for the past 10 years. I have lots of experience and great references. Hope to hear from you! I have also worked with the elderly, including those suffering from Alzheimer's. I have 4 years' experience working in a...
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Sharon P.

Being a Mother is One of the Hardest Jobs in the World

Edison, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
I have years of experience working as a nanny/babysitter and over 20 years experience as a mother of four lovely children. I am caring, patient, warm, attentive and full of energy. What I love most, is working with children. As a mother, I know how hard it can be at times to leave your young ones with a total stranger. But with...
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Miranda D.

About Me

South Plainfield, NJ

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I am Miranda, and available for occasional date night or overnight care. I am looking for family that's seeking a loving provider for their child. I can care for multiple children at once, have a clean driving record and experience with infants and children of all ages. I have 7 years of babysitting experience, 3 years of...
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Alexandra M.

Fun-loving Babysitter

Gillette, NJ

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$14/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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  • 60 in-home babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.67/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated in-home babysitters is 5.0

Recent in-home babysitter reviews from local parents in Westfield, NJ

In-Home Babysitters in Westfield, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed in-home babysitters

Emma F.

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...

- Kerry J.

Rebecca M.

I hired Rebecca to take care of my 5-years old son. My boy really loved being with her, he said it was fun to read and make his homework...

- Iuliia K.

Nicole S.

I am one of her teachers and she is a very reliable student. I would highly recommend Nicole to anyone.

- Ashley W.

FAQs for finding an in-home babysitter

All in-home babysitters charge different rates, but in-home babysitter rates near you start at $16.67. 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 3 profiles of in-home babysitters near you by the types of babysitter duties they are comfortable taking on.

You can now find babysitters online in Westfield, NJ with the help of babysitting websites like Care.com. Through Care.com, you can review 3 in-home babysitters near you who have your desired level of experience and skills, such as CPR training.

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