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Petronela T.

Newark, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as Honest, hardworking and friendly. I like caring for homes because I like living in comfort and believe in living in a clean and safe environment. I take pride in the details and enjoy making sure everything is organized and welcoming. I'm looking for a job that I can make a positive impact by...
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Woodbridge, NJ

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Bathroom cleaning
carpet cleaning
attic cleaning
basement cleaning
cabinet cleaning
+ 1 more
Hard working private housekeeper with 6 years of experience in managing household operations, including cooking, cleaning and childcare. Oversaw and performed daily household management functions, including cleaning, laundry, grocery and cleaning supply shopping, pet feeding and child supervision, on live-in basis. Experience in...
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Hard Working Housekeeper

South Orange, NJ

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Carpet cleaning
general room cleaning
bathroom cleaning
cabinet cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm 29-year-old from the Philippines. I have been living here in South Orange with my husband for over six years. In addition to caring for your child or children, I always keep busy and help around the house with cleaning, laundry, and cooking. I helped my older sister raise her four children when I was younger. Since...
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Behind Every Clean Home

Hillside, NJ

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Changing bed linens
kitchen cleaning
bathroom cleaning
carpet cleaning
general room cleaning
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as beautiful, kind and adventurous. I like caring for homes because I believe cleaning is very relaxing. A clean environment provides a peaceful safe. I'm looking for a job that offers flexibility and includes a peaceful and organized environment. I started housekeeping when I realized the skill...
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Changing bed linens
kitchen cleaning
bathroom cleaning
carpet cleaning
general room cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a detail-oriented, reliable, and hardworking individual with experience in housekeeping and maintaining clean, organized, and comfortable living spaces. I take pride in my work and am committed to providing thorough cleaning, tidying up, laundry, and other household tasks with care and efficiency. I understand the...
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  • 45 live-in housekeepers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.50/hr as of July 2025

FAQs for finding live-in housekeepers near you in Middlesex, NJ

A live-in housekeeper near you in Middlesex, NJ is a person who helps with household tasks, such as cooking, cleaning, laundry, gardening and organizing. They live in the house they're taking care of and are expected to perform regular duties that are typically associated with housekeeping roles, such as dusting, vacuuming, and making beds. Live-in housekeepers typically work longer hours than traditional housekeepers due to their dual role of living in the home. They also need to be available for any unexpected requests that arise from their employers. This type of employment arrangement may offer a unique opportunity for employers and live-in housekeepers alike.

Finding a live-in housekeeper near you in Middlesex, NJ through Care.com is a hassle-free process. First, create an account on the website and fill out any necessary information as prompted. Next, search through live-in housekeepers available in your area by filtering choices according to factors such as experience level, reviews, services offered and hourly rate. If a live-in housekeeper looks promising, reach out to them with an inquiry. You can discuss specifics such as expectations from the live-in housekeeper and whether or not they provide their own transportation and supplies. Once an agreement has been reached via private messaging on Care.com, you can arrange for an interview in person or over video conference that should be monitored for safety purposes if conducted away from the premises.

Hiring a live-in housekeeper can be a more cost effective way to ensure that your home remains tidy and well managed. On average, it costs $22.50 per hour to hire a live-in housekeeper near you in Middlesex, NJ. Additional expenses may include room and board, insurance coverage or other negotiated costs such as food stipend. Before deciding whether hiring a live-in housekeeper is right for you, it is important to weigh the pros and cons of having someone live in your home while performing housekeeping duties.

When considering whether a live-in housekeeper is right for your family, you need to assess your individual needs and budget. It’s important to ask yourself questions such as: will the live-in housekeeper’s responsibilities adequately meet the cleaning and organizational needs of your home? Are they realistically within your budget? Hiring a live-in housekeeper near you in Middlesex, NJ can be really helpful to any household that has the resources to employ one. Ultimately, it's up to you as the homeowner to decide if hiring a live-in housekeeper is appropriate for your family situation.

A live-in housekeeper near you in Middlesex, NJ typically works around eight hours each day, although this can depend on the family's specific needs. Their primary duties include cleaning, laundry, and possibly cooking meals. Depending on the arrangement between families, live-in housekeepers may be available around the clock; however, they are generally expected to live in a private bedroom within the home and have at least one full day off per week. With live-in employment comes the designation of additional tasks like gardening and caring for pets which are often covered in addition to regular salary.

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