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Donna M.

Part-Time / Full-Time Babysitter Available

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am the mother of four grown children. I am interested in providing my services an expertise to assist parents in babysitting their own children. My genuine love and maternal instincts are truly an asset that any parent would appreciate from a caregiver to their loved one. I believe in positive reinforcing, challenge your...

Katie B. says "There are many things I could say about Donna, but most importantly, we trust her with our three young children. It was not easy for me to find someone I...

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Wajeha K.

Hello, My Name Is Wajeha. I'm 22 Years Old And I've Been Baby Sitting Since I Was 18.

Parlin, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I'd describe my personality as caring, patient, and playful. I like working with kids because, kids have been my passion since I can remember. I have a lot of baby cousins in the family which grew my love for kids a lot. I'm looking for a job that is flexible with the schedule. I started working with kids when I was 18, in...

Hadia M. says "Wajeha is so sweet with the kids, she’s like an older sister to them at this point! Very gentle and loving as well!"

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Sara D.

Need A Babysitter?

Cranford, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Sara, and I'm a CPR-certified school social worker with experience working with children from Kindergarten through 3rd grade, as well as teens. I've been a trusted babysitter for over 10 years, caring for children of all ages-from infants as young as 3 weeks old to teenagers. I'm comfortable with everything from...

Kia A. says "Sara is great with kids. She was very flexible to our changing schedule and always punctual. She had fun with the kids and they absolutely adored her. We're...

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Maria R.

South Plainfield, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there! I would love the opportunity to care for your children. I enjoy playtime, homework time, mealtime and story time. I am very responsible, reliable, punctual and very patient. I have experience caring for infants to middle school age children. I also have experience with children on the spectrum. I'm also fluent in...
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Luz R.

Part-Time Care Provider

New Brunswick, NJ

4.3(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi, I am a childcare provider that has been working for different families for about 20 years now. I used to work in a daycare for 7 years. I have experience with babies since birth, until the teenager years. I am a mother of four that are all grown up now. I love kids and my priority is their safety and healthy development, I...

Care Member says "Luz as an absolutely amazing caretaker and Nanny. She started with our son at 5 months age and immediately showed her experience, warmth, and...

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Karina S.

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
Hi, I have my GDA babysitting certificate. I also did a first aid course. I worked in a daycare for three years.

Michelle G. says "Kind ! Has kids of her own ! Understanding And dependable"

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Heather A.

Certified Teacher Available To Babysit.

North Brunswick, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am currently an elementary physical education teacher in North Brunswick. I am 39 and have been teaching for 16 years. I have many years of experience with children. I also am a step mom. I took twin boys on full time many, many years ago because my husband has full custody. I have been babysitting for years now and absolutely...

Care Member says "Heather watched our active 8 year old son. She was able to keep him interested and engaged and busy, which not easy. She was reliable, professional and...

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Kiamira B.

Piscataway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello If your are looking for a babysitter or a mother's helper in the Central Jersey area keep reading! I am a 24-year-old with a criminal justice B. A. 8 years of experience with childcare/mothers helper for all ages. I love kids and I specialize in day care learning, homework help, house training, potty training, sleep...

Gina T. says "Kia did a wonderful job with our 1 year old daughter! She was also great with our two dogs. I would recommend to anyone."

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Nicole A.

Experienced Child Care Taker

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Nicole! I am a full time registered nurse looking for some extra hours. I have been an emergency room nurse for 5 years and a pediatric cardiac ICU nurse for 2 years. I work the overnight shift but my days and hours are flexible. I am BLS, ACLS and PALS certified. I have a background in child life where I...

Ruth K. says "Nicole is a wonderful sitter for my daughter! She is responsible, reliable and such a nice sweet girl. She has taken my daughter to a play facility and the...

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Nyaja B.

Professional Child Care Provider

Perth Amboy, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello, I'm Nyaja, and I'm dedicated to providing exceptional child care. With experience as a School-Aged Child-Care and Teen Program Coordinator at the YMCA, I understand the importance of nurturing and enriching young lives. Currently pursuing a master's degree in Social Work, I offer a unique blend of knowledge and empathy in...

Tarrell J. says "Nyaja is great with my princess. I would definitely recommend her. She reads and plays with my princess. Also she is reliable and punctual."

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Emeline P.

Dunellen, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$50/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
With over 8 years of childcare experience, including 3+ years dedicated exclusively to overnight newborn care, I specialize in supporting families through the early stages of parenthood. As a certified Newborn Sleep Specialist and CPR-certified caregiver, I bring both expertise and peace of mind to the families I serve. I focus...

Care Member says "Emeline is amazing! She has been working as a night nanny for us for the past 6 weeks and we could not be happier. She was always prompt and on time,...

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Anastasia E.

South Amboy, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hello! I'm Anastasia, a 25-year-old recent graduate with a B. S. in Biochemistry. I have experience working in a daycare and have been babysitting children of various ages since I was 17. Spending time with kids is my passion, and I love engaging them in games, crafts, and reading stories. If you're looking for a reliable and...

Ashley S. says "We wholeheartedly recommend "Annie". She is an absolute doll! Our toddler absolutely adores her!! She is very responsible and punctual. She has watched...

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Fiama O.

I'm Responsible, Caring, Affectionate, Passionate For What I Do, Engaged, Dynamic And Energetic.

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
8 years experience
I'm 28yo, with many years of experience with children 3 months to 11yo. I started early helping with the kids in the church and also with my helped my mom as I'm the oldest one of 5 siblings. I did volunteer work on Christmas for 5 years collecting toys, meals and candy for the kids that had no financial condition. I always felt...

Care Member says "Fiama is amazing! She was an occasional babysitter for my two children, ages 2 and 5. She was very dependable and connected immediately with my two...

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Renee H.

Loves To Laugh, Rule Follower, Safety Enthusiast, Loves To Have Fun

North Brunswick, NJ

4.0(1)
from
$17/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hello! My name is Renee and I am interested in this position. The position would be great I am a certified K-6 elementary teacher. I am finishing up my first year of teaching 4th grade in Somerset. I just finished my master's degree as an elementary education with special education student at Ramapo College of New Jersey. I have...

Care Member says "Renee is amazing! We wish she didn’t move from college we would’ve been selfish and wanted her to stay. She has great time management, communication,...

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Miranda D.

South Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 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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Diana A.

Edison, NJ

4.5(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hey there! I'm Diana, a 28-year-old industrial engineering graduate from the class of 2019. That same year, I traveled to Maine to care for three adorable kids, 2-year-old twins and their 5-year-old big brother. I spent two amazing years with them, wrapping up in September. Since I'm an only child, they truly felt like my...

Kimberly H. says "Diana is kind and loving. Always at my house early to take care of my little one. I have recommended Diana and will over and over again! She is...

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Kelly R.

South Amboy, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$49/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Nurturing young minds is my passion. With seven years of experience caring for children aged newborn to 11, I bring patience, creativity, and thoughtful care to every interaction. My graduate degree complements my Early Childhood Education (ECE) and Early Child Development coursework, providing a strong foundation for fostering...

Care Member says "We are very lucky to have Kelly come to our son Lenny for fun activities, like drawing, play dough, dancing, reading, learning how to count, colours,...

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Natalia L.

Looking For A Full Time Job

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Natalia, 28. My past experiences included being an Au pair, where I stayed two years in the same family and was responsible for 4 kids, being age 5 months, 3, 5, 7 y. o. I have worked for other families caring for kids new born to age 12 y. o My full time job now is one kid I have been with her for 2 years. Kumon...

Care Member says "Nat does weekend/date night sitting for us and she is wonderful. She is able to wrangle our two busy toddlers like a pro, while still being caring,...

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Andrea S.

-Expirenced Babysitter Available Mornings On Weekends And Certain Days During The Week At Night

Edison, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Travel
I hold a bachelor degree in childhood studies & psychology and a master's in psychological science at Rutgers University. I come from a family of five and I have over 6 years of professional and academic experience in adolescence and psychology. I have worked as a tutor, paraprofessional, substitute teacher & ABA therapist. I...
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Marlaina M.

Fun, Reliable Sitter

Carteret, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
11 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I have over 10 years of experience working in childcare with children of all ages. I enjoy doing crafts and outdoor activities! I look forward to hearing from you and answering any questions you may have for me!

Jenna R. says "Marlaina has been watching our daughter for over a year now. She started when she was 5 months old and has been so great with her at all ages. Marlaina is...

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  • 60 infant babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $24.22/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated infant babysitters is 5.0

Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Metuchen, NJ

Infant Babysitters in Metuchen, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed infant babysitters

Donna M.

There are many things I could say about Donna, but most importantly, we trust her with our three young children. It was not easy for me to...

- Katie B.

Wajeha K.

Wajeha is so sweet with the kids, she’s like an older sister to them at this point! Very gentle and loving as well!

- Hadia M.

Sara D.

Sara is great with kids. She was very flexible to our changing schedule and always punctual. She had fun with the kids and they absolutely...

- Kia A.

FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Metuchen, NJ

If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in New Jersey, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Metuchen have rates starting at $24.22.

To find the right infant babysitter for you and your family, you can search through babysitting websites like Care.com to find the right fit. You can find 9 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.

There are 9 infant babysitters near you in Metuchen, NJ. To narrow down your choices, you’ll want to interview potential infant babysitters. When it comes time to interview different potential caretakers, you may want to have a list of questions to ask potential babysitters for infants. You may want to ask them what babysitter duties they’ll take on, what their past work experience is like, and if they have any references you can speak to. The right questions to ask when interviewing a babysitter for an infant are the questions that matter to you.

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