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Amanda M.

Babysitter

East Brunswick, NJ

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have over 7 years of experience working with children. My first experience was working as a camp counselor at a summer camp for Type 1 Diabetics. Not only did I learn how to care for children with specific medical needs but I also got the opportunity to teach these children how to manage diabetes and live a happy and healthy...
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Larissa S.

Babysit

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hi! My experience with children started when I was 18 years old with babysitting jobs and it has been an amazing experience for me so far. At 21 I left my home country ( Brazil ) and moved to the United States to study and work with children as a nanny live-in, I stayed for 1 year and 2 months with an amazing family and took...

Care Member says "Larissa is the best nanny we have ever had for a variety of reasons. First off - she is extremely reliable. She is always promptly on time and never...

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Ellie G.

Full-Time Nanny Available M-F (ASAP)

Perth Amboy, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Elodie, and I am a compassionate and punctual caregiver dedicated to providing reliable, kind-hearted support to seniors. I take pride in ensuring that every individual in my care feels valued, respected, and comfortable in their daily lives. My approach is rooted in patience and empathy, which guides me in all...

Care Member says "Elodie was such a pleasure to have as a sitter. From the moment we interviewed her, her energy felt so calming and comforting—we knew we needed her in...

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Josalyn-- N.

Excited To Meet Your Child Where They're At And To Spend Time Learning & Growing With Them.

Somerset, NJ

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$22/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I believe that looking at life with a childlike perspective gives us the ability to see it in its fullness and that's what makes our time with kids so special. My experience with children started with the birth of my sister in 2009 followed by that of my other sister in 2013. Since then, my aunts have gifted our family with four...
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Marilyn O.

Nanny

South River, NJ

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$23/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with six years of experience, I'm passionate about creating a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for children. My journey into childcare began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my knack for connecting with children and fostering their development. I...
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Grace H.

Highly Skilled Professional Nanny Experienced In All Aspects Of Child Care

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
If you are looking for a mature, dedicated, trustworthy and kind Nanny, I might be the one! My name is Grace. I have lived in Scotch Plains for past 16 years where I raised my own two children. I am full of energy, passion and love for working with children of all ages. A bit of my own story: I graduated from the University of...
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Angel B.

Exceptional Brilliant Nanny Seeks FT Live-Out

East Brunswick, NJ

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I have the experience and background to provide superior quality service to your family. Over 21 years of extensive childcare experience, with twins, newborns, and young teens. I provide a stimulating, educational, loving, and supportive environment for your child or children and I'm always very attentive to your child's special...
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Meg J.

Smiley Fun Nanny!

Westfield, NJ

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Fun, energetic experience nanny looking for my next family to build an amazing connection with. I have 8 years of experience nannying. My last family I worked for 6 years for 2 children. Starting with breakfast duties to dinner duties. During the day: organizing play dates, or after school activities, family laundry, picking up...
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Harriet A.

Somerset, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I am very patience with children and have being doing private nanny jobs for the past two years which gives me more experience with children as well. I have the passion to care for children because they are the first in the kingdom of God and they should come first in our lives as parents.
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Samantha T.

Parlin, NJ

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$28/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I'm Samantha, a nursing student and experienced nanny with a big heart for kids. I've spent 3-4 years working as a nanny and also worked at The Learning Experience daycare for almost 3 years. I've cared for infants through school-aged children, and I pride myself on creating a safe, engaging, and fun environment. Families...
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Laura G.

Harrison, NJ

4.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I am loving, caring, trustworthy, professional and love children. I love to play outside and keep a healthy environment for the kids and help them achieve their age milestones. I have 2 years of experience as a live-in care, 1. 5 as a live-out full time, plus 1 year with occasional babysitting, I've worked with children from...

James L. says "She seems very enthusiastic and caring. Unfortunately she wasn't a good fit for our family due to travel reasons, but I'm sure she'll be very good for a...

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Malka S.

Attentive Loving And Joyful Caregiver

Union, NJ

4.8(1)
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$22/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi parents! I am an enthusiastic & attentive caretaker with 9 years of experience working with children ages 0-12, and people with special needs ages 5-22. I have experience in roles such as live-in nanny, substitute teacher, babysitter, daycare assistant, special needs aid, camp counselor, housekeeper and more. I have CPR and...

Care Member says "Malka took care of our baby boy during the day while we worked from home for 3 months, from the time he was 7 months old until 10 months old. She was...

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Tanya C.

Loving, Creative & Fun Nanny......

Newark, NJ

4.9(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm responsible, caring and a private childcare provider with more than 13 years of experience. I care for all age groups with exceptional child care skills and I specialize in my ability to work and support first time parents. I'm able to give the parents the support they seek during the early years and later years in a child's...

Melody H. says "Tanya is our family's rock and has been an essential part of daughter J's happiness and development. Tanya started with our family when my daughter J...

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Ashley K.

Hillsborough, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Ashley and I am 25 years old. I live in Hillsborough NJ, I just moved back to NJ after living in Georgia for about a year. I am looking for a part-time position for now, I will be starting school. Mostly looking for afternoon pick-up from school/daycare. I'm going to college for Education to be an Elementary...

Clint B. says "Loving and caring with the kids, always on time, creative always doing fun activities, the kids genuinely love her."

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Paige B.

Seeking A Nanny Or Babysitting Job For February 2021-August 2021!

Chatham, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
My name is Paige and I live in Chatham, NJ. I recently graduated from The College of New Jersey majoring in English and Secondary Education. I am currently working as a language arts teacher in a 6th grade classroom. I am looking for a babysitting/nannying job starting in February, as my temporary leave replacement position will...

Tara S. says "Paige is a responsible, reliable young lady. She is attentive to the needs of the children and the children LOVE spending time with her. She was a perfect...

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Eileen C.

Bernardsville, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Live in Bernardsville. Mother of 4 grown children. 15 years of childcare/nanny experience. Certified children's yoga instructor, certified nurse aide.

Kirsten D. says "Eileen has been caring for my 2 and 4 year old for almost 2 years now. She is extremely dependable, loving, caring , and always has an activity to do...

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Paula R.

Morristown, NJ

4.8(1)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Paula, I'm 30 years old, and I'm from Colombia. I live in this beautiful country since 2013. I have been a nanny for 7 years. I enjoy sharing time, and plying with kids. I love educating and mentoring. I'm CPR, AED and first ID certificate.

Julia H. says "I am so glad we hired Paula to be a part of our family for this summer! Paula is sweet, trustworthy, reliable and knowledgeable about the needs of children...

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Sunmi J.

Nanny, Babysitter

Glen Ridge, NJ

4.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hello. I am currently looking for live-in position, but live-out is also good. I have 10+ years experience with children. I'm very responsible and trustworthy, well educated. I have master degree of mathematics and also have an experience of teaching in high school and college. I have many years of experience of baby-sitting for...

Artemis V. says "Sunmi is kind, reliable, a safe driver and a good task master."

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Jaqueline M.

Nanny With Availability For Immediate Start

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, My name is Jaqueline, I'm 27 years old and I live in Newark. I've been working with children for 4 years. I have extensive experience with babies and toddlers. More about me: I have Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification. I am Fully vaccinated. I am comfortable with pets. I speak English, Portuguese and Intermediate...

Care Member says "Jaqueline was with us for over 6 months taking care of our 1.5-year-old before he went to daycare full-time. We are impressed by her professionalism,...

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Gabriela O.

Responsible, Caring Nanny Part-Time

Morristown, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello families! I'm Gabriela, and at this moment I'm looking for a part-time position to start in January 2025, after being with the same family for over 3 years. I have over 8 years of experience with children starting at 3 months old, including a live-in nanny position for 2 years. I have also volunteered in daycare and...

Brett A. says "Gabby spent 2 years with my family as a full time live in Nanny. She helped us take care of and raise our 2 boys (ages Newborn - 4 Years old), handling...

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  • 60 live-in nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated live-in nannies is 5.0

Recent live-in nanny reviews from local parents in South Plainfield, NJ

Live-in Nannies in South Plainfield, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed live-in nannies

Larissa S.

Larissa is the best nanny we have ever had for a variety of reasons. First off - she is extremely reliable. She is always promptly on time...

- Care member

Ellie G.

Elodie was such a pleasure to have as a sitter. From the moment we interviewed her, her energy felt so calming and comforting—we knew we...

- Care member

Laura G.

She seems very enthusiastic and caring. Unfortunately she wasn't a good fit for our family due to travel reasons, but I'm sure she'll be...

- James L.

FAQs for finding a live-in nanny in South Plainfield, NJ

The cost of a live-in nanny varies greatly depending on factors like their years of experience and your location. The average rate for live-in nannies on Care.com near you in South Plainfield, NJ is $20.00 per hour.

Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 1 in South Plainfield, NJ. You can search for nannies by their location and can compare profiles by hourly pay rate and experience. You also have the ability to read reviews from other families.

All live-in nannies offer different services, like helping with homework or light housekeeping, so it’s important to ask them about what responsibilities they’re willing to take on when you interview them. The responsibilities you want them to commit to can greatly impact the cost of a live-in nanny. You can compare 1 live-in nanny profiles near you to get an idea of what responsibilities they feel comfortable tackling.

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