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60 infant babysitters are listed in Scotch Plains, NJ
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby infant babysitters is 7 years
Infant babysitters in Scotch Plains, NJ
Hi, I have been babysitting for over 40 years as well as help take care of myb5 nieces & nephew over the past 31 years. I love children. I will feed them, play games, do crafts or watch a movie or special show they enjoy.
Robin can also help with: Light cleaning
Marlen D.
Scotch Plains, NJ
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
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...
Marlen can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Bridget C.
Scotch Plains, NJ
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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,...
Bridget can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"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 engaged my daughter in interactive ways. My daughter was always excited to see Bridget! Highly recommend! Bridget -...
Amrita I.
Hi, I'm Bella! I am a high school student that babysits on a daily after school basis, but I am looking for more weekend opportunities!
Isabella can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Eszter G.
Scotch Plains, NJ
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! I'm looking for a babysitter job. I'm 21yo. I'm still in college studying kindergarten teaching. Have experience with children between 1, 5 to 10yo but I'm open to any age.
Eszter can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Jessica V.
Scotch Plains, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
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...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"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 babysitter. Your resume is quite impressive and shows great potential for you in the working world. Sorry that it...
Maria-elena V.
**December 2023- as of now I am unavailable and not looking for work, but will update here if that changes! Thank you
I have over 18 years of experience watching children of all ages. I love playing games and doing crafts with them, taking them outside to the park or the pool, and also assisting with homework, meal preparation...
Courtney can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Ngozi I.
Scotch Plains, NJ
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
I am a skilled and experienced caregiver with 12years experience in taking care of children of different ages.
I have an understanding of the Physical and Emotional needs of infants while aware that needs of every child varies. I have a degree in Social Care which included studying child protection, psychology and sociology of...
Hailey T.
Scotch Plains, NJ
$28-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi I Am A 22 Year Old Fun And Energetic Sitter Who Is Excited To Meet And Interact With Families!
Hi everyone my name is Hailey and I am 22-year-old recent grad from Rutgers University! I have been babysitting for 4 years on and off and have experience with 6months-12years old. I am energetic and open and have no problem conforming to all needs of the parents and the child, to make my services for you better and...
Hi! My name is Ailene I am currently a senior at University as an exercise science major. I have had years of experience working with kids including babysitting, summer camp counseling, aftercare counseling and event coordinating children's birthday parties. I am a very fun-loving, active and responsible person, I have been an...
Ailene can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been baby-sitting since I was 10, starting with my younger sister, cousins, and local families. Once I could drive, I was able to baby-sit as well as pet-sit anywhere.
Alexandra can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Alex is great with kids and extremely responsible. My kids loved her! Great communication with the parents, always on time, will play games with the kids - overall a great sitter!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mother of 4 grown boys and Registered Nurse who stepped away from a 34 year career to care for my parents. Returned to the the work force as a Professional Nanny caring for newborn to elementary aged children. I have furthered my education in the areas of newborn care and postpartum doula obtaining certification. Seeking...
Nancy can also help with: Meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nancy helped our family for the last two weeks. She took wonderful care of our children and we would be very happy to have her back again!"
Amanda C.
5.0
(1)
I have a lot of experience with babysitting. I have babysat for children from ages newborn-middle school. I really enjoy it and I have the ability to get along with children easily; I have a playful and cheerful attitude; and I'm responsible and caring towards children!
Katelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Katelyn watched my one year old son when I went back to work. She made my transition very easy. She was able to keep my son on the same schedule. He loved playing with Katelyn. When she comes home from college, he gets so excited! I would recommend Katelyn to...
Jennifer J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Nina and I am 35 years old living in New Providence. I am available 1-3 days a week afterschool. I work until 3:30 in New Providence so am able to come from there. My start time would be dependent on where you live but between 3:40-4:00 is possible. I have been babysitting for over 20 years now. I have also...
Nina can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Nina is one-of-a-kind. I say that from experience as we have had and known several nannies. I even hesitate to write this because I hope she will come back to our family should she seek employment during or after college. Nina was with us a little under a year and...
Sabrina B.
Natalie V.
Union, NJ
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.5
(2)
Hi, name is Natalie and I'm 23 years old. I am certified in CPR and basic First Aid. I have 10 years of experience working with infants and toddlers. I graduated at Union High School in 2017, I'm currently in college as well for nursing. I also spent 3 years taking care of a baby girl who had a liver transplant. I love...
Natalie can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Natalie is a dependable, smart, and caring young lady. Interacts very well with my 5 year old son and my new born. "
Kathyria C.
Tais A.
Hillside, NJ
$24-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
+3000 Hours Of Childcare Reliable Driver Excellent Swimmer English, Spanish, Portuguese Speaker
5.0
(3)
Hello families,
I'm Tais and I'm 26yo, I'm a very polite person, and responsible. I love kids and I'm energetic to play with them. For me, patience is the key when you handle with kids, be kind and interactive too.
Currently, I've been babysitting full time a 4yo boy and a newborn baby, I've been with the same family for 2 years...
Tais can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I hired her for a overnight, she is adorable, the kids loved her."
Sophia K.
Paula S.
Elizabeth, NJ
$20-30/hr • 15 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced and loving nanny and babysitter for over 10 years now. The amazing thing about working with one family for such a long time has been being able to care for their kids since they were babies, so I have a well rounded experience with every stage of a child. I cared for three children full time and enjoy the...
Paula can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Paula has worked for us for almost 10 years. She has practically raised my 10,9 and 6 year old. She is very reliable and wonderful with the kids! She plays with them they love her ! She has also has done overnights for us as well. Highly recommended!"
Gina S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I started my career as a cheerleading coach for 3-5th graders, which ultimately led to my passion of caring for children. I have a younger sister, as well, so I am constantly around children. I am very organized, responsible, and energetic. I love to create fun and exciting activities for children to do, as seeing a smile on a...
Evelyn can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Evie worked for us for a few short months but it seemed like we knew her forever. She was great with the kids and they haven't stopped asking about her since she left us. Would definitely hire her again."
Cinetta M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Positive, calm, balanced, committed, ambitious, compassionate, reliable, kind and very creative. My 2 daughters are my highest achievement making me proud every single day. In the past I worked as a Art teacher for kids with disabilities at "Special School Sacel" Romania. Between 2000 and 2005 I was part of an amazing French...
Camelia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Cami is a wonderful nanny and she was great with my one year old. She's energetic, punctual, and has the natural instincts to take care of your child and put your mind at ease. She does great art projects and my daughter bonded with her immediately. I would highly...
Bisma M.
5.0
(1)
I'm a substitute teacher from Elizabeth public schools. I love taking care of kids and pets. I have been a teacher for 1 year and continue to be a teacher in the upcoming years. I have a cousin that I been take care of her since she was a baby. I am free for the summer until September.
I'd describe my personality as kind,...
Jeremy can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Jeremy is a lovely boy, when I lived in Linden he used to take care of my daughter and now I move to another state and I can’t find someone like him. She learn a lot from him and he also take care good care of my house. "
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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Scotch Plains, NJ
Bridget C.
5.0
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 engaged my daughter in interactive ways. My daughter was always excited to see Bridget! Highly recommend! Bridget - please come back :)
- Amrita I.
Jessica V.
4.0
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 babysitter. Your resume is quite impressive and shows great potential for you in the working world. Sorry that it didn't work out for you with your...
- Maria-elena V.
Alexandra P.
5.0
Alex is great with kids and extremely responsible. My kids loved her! Great communication with the parents, always on time, will play games with the kids - overall a great sitter!
- Care member
Nancy P.
5.0
Nancy helped our family for the last two weeks. She took wonderful care of our children and we would be very happy to have her back again!
- Amanda C.
Katelyn R.
5.0
Katelyn watched my one year old son when I went back to work. She made my transition very easy. She was able to keep my son on the same schedule. He loved playing with Katelyn. When she comes home from college, he gets so excited! I would recommend Katelyn to anyone! You definitely don't have to...
- Jennifer J.
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FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Scotch Plains, NJ
What is the average pay for an infant babysitter near me in Scotch Plains, NJ in May, 2024?
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 $19.77.
How can I find an infant babysitter near me in Scotch Plains, NJ?
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 30 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.
What questions should I ask a potential infant babysitter near me in Scotch Plains, NJ?
There are 30 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.
Ratings for Scotch Plains, NJ infant babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Infant Babysitters in Scotch Plains, NJ are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 60 reviews of the 60 listed infant babysitters.