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Shakia P.

Piscataway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
As a natural caregiver, I have always found joy in nurturing and supporting children. With over a decade of experience and a passion for making a positive impact on their lives, I offer reliable childcare services to families. My patient and calm demeanor creates a serene environment, while my creative and imaginative nature...

Care Member says "Shakia was a moms helper for us and with us with for about 16 months. We were normally always home while she helped with the kids in the mornings. She...

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Alenia B.

I Love Children And The Way They View The World I Am A Mother Of One Child !

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. Working with children is one of my greatest joy I love to watch them learn and teach them new things! CPR certified and first aid certified in infants and adults. CDA in child development in infants and toddlers. Volunteer in public schools for two...

Eniola T. says "Ms. A is currently the nanny for my little daughter(now 7 months). Can I just say she has been a God send. My little one took to her immediately. She is...

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Evelyn D.

Fun, Enthusiastic Sitter

Springfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
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...

Cinetta M. says "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...

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Janine S.

New Providence, NJ

4.2(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
Hi! I'm Janine, I'm fun, loving, respectful and exciting. I'm currently looking for a full time job between 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. on weekdays, clean driving record with own vehicle. I have experience in caring for infants to preteens. I have 7 years paid babysitting/ childcare experience. I can provide references, I am CPR certified...

Lashell S. says "Janine has been amazing with both my children. She is professional, patient and goes above and beyond to ensure she is providing excellent service. My...

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Maria R.

Edison, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
Hello families, this is Maria. I am looking for a new family to offer my services as Nanny in a full time position. Experience: I have been working as nanny taking care of (newborns, toddlers and older children) for over 21 years experience with families in (Jersey City, NJ and Hoboken, NJ). I was born and raised in Ecuador. I...

Ruth Ann B. says "I highly recommend Maria! I had the pleasure of having her as a nanny for my two sons for nearly 6 years. She was with our family from Fall 2014, when...

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Taylia J.

Elizabethport, NJ

4.7(1)
from
$27/hr
9 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Taylia , I have lots of experience with kids over the years I've been volunteering at after school programs and sporting events for teens , also I have prior work experience with children of all ages most importantly including infants, I once was a live in sitter for 2 years and have 8+ years of experience with...

Karen M. says "She just so wonderful anytime we needed her she always came during any circumstances , she's very friendly and extremely punctual i high recommend hiring...

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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
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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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Drew L.

Westfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm 35. I have 10+ years of experience with infants, toddlers & children & will have FT availability starting mid October. I am looking for a family I can grow long term with. My experience: -currently a PT nanny for a family, ages 4 mo, 3 yo & 6. -currently a PT nanny for a 2nd family, ages 4 mo & 3 yo -currently a PT...

Care Member says "Drew is an afternoon nanny for our 18 month old and 4.5 year old. She always comes excited to engage and play with the kids. She helps prepare and clean...

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Lucille K.

Iselin, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
Hi, I've been watching children for 10 years. for the same two families. I started with two girls who are now 10 years old, as the years passed there were three more siblings. I also worked for Woodbridge Township as an aide and also worked at a daycare in Edison. I worked in the Infant and toddler rooms. I live in the Iselin...

Brenda C. says "Lucille has been such a blessing to our family for five years now- watching my two youngest children as if they were family. She is like a...

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Jazmin R.

Nanny

Union, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hello! My name is Jazmin, and I'm a 24-year-old, happy, energetic, and loving nanny with a strong background in childcare. I'm fully COVID-19 vaccinated and boosted, and I hold a CPR certification. My experience ranges from caring for infants as young as 2 months to teenagers up to 15 years old, including those on the autism...

Maria S. says "Jasmin is amazing for taking care of my kids, always that she's needed she's there even if last minute she goes above and beyond. She has always been...

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Janel M.

Very Flexible Full Time Nanny Available

Plainfield, NJ

4.8(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
I have more than 10 years of experience of taking care of children and educating them. I have a strong love and passion for children. I truly love being around them. I have experience taking care of children ages 0-15 years old but have extensive experience with infants, toddlers and school aged children. I'm very sweet, nice,...

Stephanie T. says "Janel babysat my 12 month old son recently and I am definitely inviting her back again soon. Janel sent me pictures of my son while I was gone, and...

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Serena A.

Edison, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
Hello! My name is Serena, with over 10 years of babysitting experience and 5 years of working in preschools and daycares, I bring both expertise and a genuine love for nurturing young minds. I hold a degree in Biobehavioral Health with a minor in Human Development and Family Studies from Pennsylvania State University. I am...

Maura P. says "Serena was such a great sitter for my 4 month old!! She was on time, very responsible and had a great caring personality. We would definitely hire Serena...

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Emeline P.

Dunellen, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$50/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
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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Alexandra M.

Nanny In Woodbridge, NJ

Woodbridge, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
Hey my names Alex , Ive been in the childcare industry for about 7-8 years now, I love caring for children of all ages but have a soft spot for infants and toddlers since that one one of the most important stages for their brain development and I feel that my personality really is a benefit factor when it comes to contributing...

Valerie R. says "Alex has been my nanny for over 6 months for my 3 year old daughter. Alex is loving, kind and helpful. She creates her own art projects for my daughter,...

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Miranda D.

South Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 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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Kiara A.

Maplewood, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
travel
I am a 26-year-old pre-med student pursuing a career as a child psychiatrist, and I have 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to 14 years old. I began my journey at the YMCA Early Child Care Center and later transitioned to babysitting for families with whom I've built trusting relationships...

Dwight J. says "Kiara has been working with us for almost 2 years now and we love her so much! Our 2 and 4 yr old adore her and look forward to her arrival every day. She...

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Concetta T.

Nanny/Caregiver

Metuchen, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
The child I am with will be starting full-time school shortly. Ideally searching for a newborn/infant, as I am looking for longevity. I was also a PreK teacher in Metuchen for 4 years and a teacher's aide in the Edison school system for 17 years. I have nannied for over 10 years for 4 amazing families whose children have since...

Care Member says "If I could give more than 5 stars, I would. Tina is amazing. She is loving, caring and completely reliable. After taking care of our daughter for the...

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Olivia H.

Rahway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
Hi , My name is Olivia, I reside in Rahway NJ I am fluent in English and Spanish. I have over 10 years of experience caring for infants and toddlers. Currently, I have been working with an autistic boy for more than two years. Unfortunately, he is moving to kindergarten, and I need more hours. I am open to new opportunities...

John H. says "We are first time parents and we were looking for someone to help us a few hours 4 times a week. Olivia was the perfect fit and took excellent care of our...

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Kenai C.

Woodbridge, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
travel
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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Mia A.

Roselle, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Mia and I'm a reliable, caring, and responsible babysitter with a genuine love for working with children. I have 4-5 of experience caring for kids of all ages, from infants to pre-teens, and I always strive to create a fun, safe, and nurturing environment. Whether it's helping with homework, organizing creative...

Care Member says "Mia has supported our family for a year and a half. Our twins adore her and have always been well taken care of. She devotes her full attention to our...

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  • 60 infants child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.60/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated infants child care is 5.0

Recent infant child care reviews from local parents in Scotch Plains, NJ

Infants Child Care in Scotch Plains, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 60 listed infants child care

Shakia P.

Shakia was a moms helper for us and with us with for about 16 months. We were normally always home while she helped with the kids in the...

- Care member

Alenia B.

Ms. A is currently the nanny for my little daughter(now 7 months). Can I just say she has been a God send. My little one took to her...

- Eniola T.

Evelyn D.

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...

- Cinetta M.

FAQs for finding infant child care near you in Scotch Plains, NJ

If you’re wondering what child care for infants near me costs, you can use Care.com to gain some clarity. You can search through infant child care provider profiles near you in Scotch Plains, NJ to see what each provider in your area charges. On average the hourly rate for infant child care in Scotch Plains, NJ, is $20.60.

You can find full time or part time infant child care near you in Scotch Plains, NJ by using Care.com to review the profiles of local caregivers. You can check out what a variety of infant child care providers charge, what types of infant child care services they offer, and can learn more about their experience. You can even read reviews from other families they worked with

The infant child care services available near you in Scotch Plains, NJ can vary, but generally involves caretaking, light housework, cooking or food prep, and sleep training. You can interview different infant child care providers to learn more about what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on.

To safely hire an infant child care provider near you in Scotch Plains, NJ, we strongly recommend you run an independent background check, interview a variety of candidates, and request references from other families they worked with in the past. We also request that every caregiver on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and you can see which infant child care providers completed this by looking for the badge on their profile.

When interviewing an infant child care provider near you in Scotch Plains, NJ, you can ask them any questions that will help you get an idea if they’re the right fit for your family. You can ask them about past work experiences, how they handle certain conflicts that may arise, and you can even introduce them to your child to see if they connect well.

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