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Shaniyah B.

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi there! My name is Shaniyah, and I've been caring for and teaching kids for over 10 years. I've worked as a nanny, teacher, and childcare provider, and I truly love what I do. I hold both a bachelor's and a master's degree, and I'm currently pursuing my second master's because I believe in always learning and growing. I...

Clotilde L. says "We are so happy to have found Shaniyah to take care of our three littles. She is a fantastic human being. She is caring, fun, hard-working, flexible,...

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Tamara H.

Enthusiastic, Passionate Child Care Professional Seeking A Nanny Share 3 Days A Week!

Plainfield, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
My name is Tamara! I've worked with children of all ages for a little over 20 years! I started out in an infant day care classroom and since then, I have served as a preschool teacher, coordinator and director for the YMCA in my home town of Westfield, NJ. I moved to Philadelphia a little over 12 years ago and almost immediately...
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Gabrielle M.

Partime Care Giver

Plainfield, NJ

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$22/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi, My name is Gabrielle I work as a medical professional. I have six years experience in child care education and 10 as a nanny. I also assist in home sanitization.
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Jazmine H.

Trusted Nanny With A Creative Heart And A Passion For Childcare, Music & Beauty

Plainfield, NJ

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Hi, I'm Jazmine a passionate 23-year-old nanny with over 4 years of hands-on experience caring for children from newborns to teens. My age hasn't held me back; it's pushed me forward, giving me the energy, patience, and modern approach families love. I hold two degrees in Psychology with a focus on early childhood development...
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Bridget C.

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
Hi! My name is Bridget. I've been a middle and high school English teacher for 8 years, but I also have worked as a nanny and babysitter for a number of summers. Although I teach older students, I have taken a number of early childhood development courses, and I love working with little ones too! I also tutor (elementary,...

Amrita I. says "Bridget is amazing and absolutely wonderful with babies. She watched our 8 month old just for a week but I absolutely love how she was reliable - and...

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Nancy M.

Experienced Respite Worker Looking For Part - Time Work.

Westfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello, my name is Nancy. I love helping people reach their fullest potential. I have worked with at least five families taking care of children as well as the elderly in their home. I have a degree in the Arts and as an Occupational Therapy Assistant as well. When I worked in the Occupational Therapy field, I helped residents...

Whitney F. says "Nancy has been with us for about 2 years. She is very reliable and kind. She is great at bringing crafts and other activities for the kids to do and my...

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Hannah M.

Millington, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Bio: Hello my name is Hannah, I am an honest, hardworking, and caring person. I have 10 years of experience taking care of kids from ages 6 months - 12 yrs old. I have worked for both families as well as daycare taking care of as many as 5 children at a time. I have 5 years of private in home nanny experience. My...

Care Member says "Hannah is wonderful! She looked after my 5 month old and was very caring and sweet. She also was flexible, being able to watch my 3 year old when she...

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Barbara S.

Looking For A Nanny Position Or Babysitting Position Part Time Full-Time Or Part-Time

Basking Ridge, NJ

4.9(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am currently looking for around 15 to 25 hrs of work I am a mature and experienced Babysitter/Nanny who was working FT in the Corporate World until 2015. My current job for a 5 yr old ends June 17th. My job working for a 2 yr old little girl in Morristown ended 8/23. In 2022 was working for a 2 1/2 yr old boy in Cranford. He...

Jane D. says "Barbara is an excellent caregiver. She's fun, dependable, and a great communicator. Barbara has been caring for our 2 year old daughter for several months...

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Helenanne L.

Caregiver Available - Flexible

Piscataway, NJ

4.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
My name is Helenanne. I live in Piscataway with my husband and teenage daughter. I have a total of 10 years' of experience as a teacher and teacher's assistant in two child care centers. There I worked with children six weeks of age and older. Additionally I have been a nanny for 4 different families. I have experience as a full...

John L. says "Thank you Helenanne for all your help watching our dog overnight. Super caring person who took great care of our dog. And even brought him a brand new dog...

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Nasenya R.

College Student Nanny!

Chatham, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi everyone my name is Nasenya! I am a 22-year-old full time college student studying communications and I live at home with my parents. We just became new residents of Summit, but I grew up in Chatham! I have been nannying for 3 years and I previously worked for a family of 3 children (7, 9, 13) in Short Hills. With them I...

Joel K. says "Nasenya was great with our 7 year old son. Attentive, easygoing, and playful - everything we were looking for in a babysitter. We would recommend her to any...

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Nicole S.

Woodbridge, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
My name is Nicole, I am 31 years 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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Miranda D.

South Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! I am Miranda, and available for 1-2 days a week, 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...

Care Member says "Miranda has been a wonderful after-school caregiver for my two daughters (10,8). She is always punctual, communicates well, and most importantly, my...

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Autumn H.

Occasional Date Night

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Please read my profile before contacting me. Serious inquires only. $30 hour and up Currently seeking : * Pet sitting in your home. * Occasional sitting weekend/overnights *Travel Nanny w Passport and local events (weddings etc.) My Early Educator as a teaching assistant, began 2007 to 2012 ages 2 to 5 y. o Promoted to Lead...

Adriana I. says "Autumn watched my 6 months old for 3 days for 4 hours each day. She is by far the best sitter I have ever met. I would hire her again. She is very...

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Lorraine S.

South Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm a mom of three. I was very fortunate to be able to stay home with my kids for 13 years before returning back to work. During that time I also volunteered for 5 years as a first grade CCD teacher. Professionally I've been a Nanny for the past six years for children ranging in newborn thru elementary school ages. I'm...

Valerie R. says "Lorraine is kind, patient and loving. She was a full time nanny to my daughter between the ages of 1 and 2. My daughter loved her and I always felt my...

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Kenai C.

Woodbridge, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I'm the oldest daughter in a family of 4 children and assisted my mom during 3 home births. At only 20 years old, I already have over 3 years of hands-on nanny experience, including newborn and infant care. I'm highly adaptable and thrive in fast-paced home environments. I genuinely believe childcare is my passion and calling....

Tiffany B. says "My 2 and 4 year old loved Kenai! She was on time, jumped right in, and very friendly. Would recommend."

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Jasmine W.

Personal Assistant, Babysitter And Night Nanny!

Cranford, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
With over 12 years of experience, I'm passionate about creating a fun, safe, and nurturing environment for children of all ages, including multiples and special needs. For the past 3 years, I've worked with children with special needs, adapting activities to suit their individual needs with patience and creativity. I'm...

Care Member says "My daughter takes a while to warm up to people usually. Especially if it’s clear they are new to mom and dad and she warmed up to Jasmine so fast!...

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diana R.

Experienced And Caring Nanny Available For All Ages

Union, NJ

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Diana and I'm an experienced and loving nanny. I've worked in a daycare setting caring for babies as young as 3 months up to 3 years old, and I've also provided private care for children of all ages. My responsibilities include driving them to activities, helping with homework, and making sure they feel safe and...
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Carolline K.

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hey, I came to the US as an aupair, believing it would be a great opportunity to learn English and to take care of kids. I love children so this was certainly a great choice for me! During my time as an aupair I took care of a girl aged 3 to 5 as if she was my little sister. She and her family captured my heart as they are...
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Meggie S.

Creative, Do-It-All Nanny

Piscataway, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello there! My name is Meggie, and I'm excited to let you know a little bit about myself. I grew up in Jersey, went to school in Philly, and have been working professionally in theater for the last eight years. In between stage work I've always worked with kids to supplement my income, and it brings me joy watching kids grow...
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Fatima M.

Childcare.

Kenilworth, NJ

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
Hi my mane is Fatima I am Português. I am a family of 6 with 3 grandchildren. I was with a beautiful and loving caring family for 5 years, but unfortunately they had to move to Virginia for mom's work. I was with them since the first baby came home a family of three kids. We still keep contact with each other, and that's what...
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  • 60 in home nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $26.75/hr as of October 2025

  • The average star rating for rated in home nannies is 5.0

Recent in home nanny reviews from local parents in Plainfield, NJ

In Home Nannies in Plainfield, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed in home nannies

Shaniyah B.

We are so happy to have found Shaniyah to take care of our three littles. She is a fantastic human being. She is caring, fun, hard-working,...

- Clotilde L.

Bridget C.

Bridget is amazing and absolutely wonderful with babies. She watched our 8 month old just for a week but I absolutely love how she was...

- Amrita I.

Nancy M.

Nancy has been with us for about 2 years. She is very reliable and kind. She is great at bringing crafts and other activities for the kids...

- Whitney F.

FAQs for finding an in-home nanny near you in Plainfield, NJ

The average going rate for in-home nannies on Care.com in Plainfield, NJ is $26.75 per hour. That being said, how much an in-home nanny charges can vary due to factors like their years of experience and your location.

Not sure how to hire a nanny? It’s easy to find an in-home nanny with Care.com. There are currently 4 in Plainfield, NJ in-home nannies you can review on Care.com. To find an in-home nanny, you can search for nannies and compare their profiles by hourly pay rate and experience. You can also read in-home nanny reviews from other families.

All live-in nannies offer different services. Some may be more than happy to help with homework or to do some light housekeeping or cooking. You can ask them about what responsibilities they’re willing to tackle when you interview them.

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