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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
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
+ 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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Danielle C.

Full-time Caregiver Available

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have taught in the classroom for over seven years. I have baby-sat for 15 years, the ages ranging from newborn to 11 years old. I also have experience with twins. I absolutely love caring for children.
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Mery D.

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Bringing joy and nurturing care to children is my passion! I have four years of experience caring for children of all ages as an Au pair, and previous experience with babies and infants to pre-teens, have been incredibly rewarding due to I have background as a Nurse in my home country, which has equipped me with valuable...
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Maria S.

Experienced Babysitter Available From 8.30 To 3 Pm. But Can Be Flexible After Talk.

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
Hi, my name is Maria Cristina, but everyone call me just Cristina. I'm Portuguese, living in Scotch Plains. I talk /write fluent English, and understand and talk some Spanish . Im a babysitter with 10 years of experience, and I can provide references. Im available from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday. Occasionally I can...

Denise B. says "Maria is a terrific nanny and an amazing person! She was a nanny to our young children for two years. I was immediately struck by her genuine warmth and...

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Karina C.

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
My name is Karina I'm looking for full or part time sitter/nanny work. I have great references and I am well loved by children. I'm very caring, dependable. I have my own car and I don't smoke. I'm experienced with children of all ages including infants. I enjoy bringing out the best personalities in children for the outdoor and...
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Sarah B.

Experienced Babysitter Available On Weeknights

Scotch Plains, NJ

1.0(0)
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$16/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello, my name is Sarah, and I am 24 years of age, and I live in the area of Scotch Plains NJ. I absolutely love children, and truly enjoy working, engaging, and supervising them. I can keep children amused with outdoor activites as well as crafts and arts. I have five years of baby sitting experience, along with my BLS...
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Juliana A.

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$10/hr
4 years experience
Nurturing young minds and fostering their growth is my passion. My four years of experience caring for children aged newborn to 11 have solidified my desire to positively impact their lives. Previous babysitting roles showed me the joy of helping children learn and grow. I hold a college degree and maintain current...
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Tierney M.

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Making a positive impact on children's lives is what I strive for! My previous babysitting experiences inspired me to continue supporting families by providing reliable childcare. I have three years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens. I am comfortable caring for up to three children at a...
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Hannah F.

Fun And Dependable Sitter

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Hannah and I absolutely love working with kids! I am currently in Graduate school at Kean University working towards my masters in occupational therapy. I have a wealth of babysitting experience. In high school I was constantly babysitting my little neighbors. Then, I started babysitting full time for a family...

Hana S. says "Hannah was our family sitter for our child's kindergarten school year. She was A+ with them and a great communicator with us parents. She is patient, kind,...

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Katelyn H.

Fun Sitter

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
Hi I'm Katelyn! I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Prep. I have been babysitting for 5 years and also had experience working in a daycare.
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Beatriz T.

Looking For A Full-time Nanny Position.

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Beatriz, I'm 26 years old, and I have 7 years of experience in child care. I have experience with newborns, toddlers, and elementary kids. I also have experience in caring for children with special needs. I have excellent references that I would be happy to share with you. I'm looking to help you moms and dads...
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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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Kelly F.

Babysitter/Nanny

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Travel
I was a 4th grade teacher for 4 years and now work in non-profit management for Girls on the Run, a positive youth development program for girls in grades 3-8. My work schedule is highly flexible and I'm seeking a care job that includes something like morning and after-school pick-ups and drop offs. I have previous experience...
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Ena B.

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hello! My name is Ena, I am 30 years old. If you are looking for a babysitter/nanny take the time to check out my profile. I am located in Scotch Plains and also I am familiar with the towns around. I describe myself as a respectful, lovely and a professional caregiver. I am a very active and creative and setting activities...
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Leticia C.

Hii! I'd Love To Provide Care To Your Family

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$25/hr
3 years experience
ABOUT ME: My name is Leticia, I'm 29 years old and I'm from Brazil. I have 4 years of experience with kids 1-15years old. I consider myself a person very responsible, pontual, patient, dedicated, organized, open-minded, honest, caring and flexible. WORK EXPERIENCE: For 2 years: Responsible for 2 kids in NJ and I worked in...
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Natalia L.

Looking For A Full Time Job

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
+ 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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Mia C.

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$18/hr
5 years experience
I've spent the past 5 years as a caregiver, and it has been an incredibly rewarding experience. Watching children learn and grow is a true privilege, and I'm proud of the positive impact I've had on their lives. My patient, calm, and friendly nature creates a nurturing environment for children. I'm also very comfortable...
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Jessica V.

Scotch Plains, NJ

4.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
Hi, my name is Jessica. I am 31 years-old. I love caring for children and seniors. I feel that caring for them is the best job I can have. I am very responsible, reliable, and have a lot of patience. I have a run nursing degree. I have been caring for children and seniors most of my life, will care for them as if they were my...

Maria-elena V. says "Dear Jessica V. Thank you for the time and consideration.I appreciate having had the opportunity to speak with you about your experience in related...

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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
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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Marlen D.

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
Hello, My name is Marlen. I am very interested in the position. I live in Clark, NJ . I have 15+ years in experience caring for children, starting as a babysitter at the age of 15 to now having the experience of a mom. I always try to follow or set a schedule for young children as they thrive well with schedules set. I am...
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  • 60 infant babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.46/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated infant babysitters is 4.2

Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Scotch Plains, NJ

Infant Babysitters in Scotch Plains, NJ are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 38 reviews of the 60 listed infant babysitters

Maria S.

Maria is a terrific nanny and an amazing person! She was a nanny to our young children for two years. I was immediately struck by her...

- Denise B.

Hannah F.

Hannah was our family sitter for our child's kindergarten school year. She was A+ with them and a great communicator with us parents. She is...

- Hana S.

Natalia L.

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...

- Care member

FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Scotch Plains, NJ

If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in New Jersey, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Scotch Plains have rates starting at $21.46.

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 26 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.

There are 26 infant babysitters near you in Scotch Plains, 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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