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Dana D.

Fanwood, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a stay at home mom of two high schoolers. My daughter is going to be heading to college soon. I have nannied for newborns up to teens thru out the years. I miss being around little ones! I have a lot of flexibility & am comfortable with pets. I can also help with light housekeeping & meal prep/shopping.
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South Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm a mom of three. I was very fortunate to be able to stay home with my kids for 13 years before returning back to work. During that time I also volunteered for 5 years as a first grade CCD teacher. Professionally I've been a Nanny for the past six years for children ranging in newborn thru elementary school ages. I'm...

Valerie R. says "Lorraine is kind, patient and loving. She was a full time nanny to my daughter between the ages of 1 and 2. My daughter loved her and I always felt my...

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Full-time Nanny

Hillside, NJ

4.5(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
My name is Elisete. I am a nanny with over 10 years of experience. I have worked with many families not only taking care of their children, but also assisting around the house. Children are my passion! I enjoy playing, , trips to the parks, craft and reading books. I am a mother myself and understand how important good childcare...

Liana B. says "Very caring and compassionate. Dependable. Gentle demeanor. "

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Edison, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
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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Nanny

Basking Ridge, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
I am an energetic, positive, reliable and creative person who has always loved working with kids. I graduated from Marist University with a bachelor's degree in psychology, and am currently pursuing my Masters in Social Work at Rutgers University. For a year before attending graduate school, I was a preschool teacher for...

Natalie B. says "Isabella babysat my 5 year old son on several occasions. Isabella always arrived with a smile on her face, ready to engage with my son while my husband...

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Nanny With More Than Two Years Of Experience

Elizabeth, NJ

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
I pride myself on maintaining the perfect equilibrium between being protective, fun, creative, patient, and attentive when looking after children. Safety and well-being are always my top priorities, creating a secure environment for them to flourish. My distinctive quality lies in my natural knack for infusing joy and...

Elizabeth B. says "Deicy has been babysitting my 5 year old boy and she has been amazing. We are so happy to have found her. She's creative, kind, calm, attentive, and...

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Fun Sitter!

Cranford, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Mary and I am a graduate college student. I am looking to find a summer babysitter / nannying position. I have five+ years of experience caring for children.

Laura B. says "Mary was an absolute dream and savior for us this summer! She cared for my 5 year old daughter and her two older cousins much of the summer. She was...

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Caregiver/Babysitter

Dunellen, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I am a married Mom of five older children and I'm looking for a job working with children. I am very active in outdoor sports and also love crafting! I have coached softball for many years and was also a girl scout troop leader!! I was a caregiver for a newborn girl, from newborn to the age of two. I love being with children and...

Kelsey M. says "Jeanne was our wonderful nanny starting from when our baby J was around 6 months old to a year and a half. She really made the transition from maternity...

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About Me:

New Providence, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Lindsay! I've been a babysitter for 15 years, and my experience in childcare has been beyond rewarding. Over the years, I've gained knowledge, patience, and skills that I'll carry with me for a lifetime. The previous two families I worked with became like my own. I grew alongside their children, and we all learned so...

Jane C. says "She is very punctual, professional, reliable and trustworthy. She goes above and beyond in every way she can, and helps out so much more than we could ask...

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Full Time Babysitter/nanny

Carteret, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi there. I am a 48-year-old woman who used to care for children in my home. I have 10 plus years of child care experience. I have watched children from 2 months to 10 years of age. I do not smoke and am comfortable with pets. My abilities include but not limited to laundry for children, meal prep, feeding, nap time, outdoor...

Care Member says "Joanne was our full time nanny for over a year and I cannot recommend her enough. Any family would be so lucky to have her care for their kids. My...

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Part-Time Caregiver

Cranford, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
I have been a nanny for over 8 years both live-in and live-out, as well as sitting for occasional date nights. I had the experience of caring for children of a number of diverse families, for which I am thankful, for I have gained a lot of knowledge of different cultures and their traditions, whether it be food, religion, etc....

Frank C. says "Aarika has been an amazing help with my 5 month old daughter. She has helped us with overnight shifts, and does a wonderful job prepping her for bed,...

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Brazilian Nanny

Florham Park, NJ

5.0(1)
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$32/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello, I'm Carla, a 48-year-old nanny from Brazil with 18 years of experience as a nanny and baby nurse. I am fully vaccinated, including Covid vaccines, and hold certifications in CPR, First Aid, EAD, and baby nursing. I am known for being responsible, organized, detail-oriented, and fun-loving, and most importantly, I have a...

Care Member says "Carla was a phenomenal caretaker for our newborn daughter. I always trusted that she was being attentive and caring to our daughter, all while still...

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Loving And Caring Nanny/Babysitter

South Bound Brook, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
Grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...

Care Member says "Lisa is the best! We feel so at ease having her come to our house to watch our 1.5 yo. She’s very communicative, easy going, timely, and responsible. We...

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Experienced, Responsible, Caring Nanny Looking For A Full-Time Job

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello there! My name is Elda, I'm a career nanny with over 10 years of experience. I have mainly cared for newborns up to 8-year-olds. I prepare bottles formula or breast milk. I can make baby foods and help introduce to solids. I can also assist with potty training, prep kids meals and help with their laundry. I will play and...

Care Member says "Elda is a fabulous caregiver. Our family was so lucky to have her care for our 3 kids ( 1.5 year old twins and a 6 month old). She always kept the...

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Part-Time Caregiver

Piscataway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
travel
I have always loved working with children. I got my first childcare job working at Daycare my sophomore year of high school in which I worked with children ages 3 months to four years. I then got a job at Connection before and after school care program. At KTC I received experience working with children going into kindergarten...

Katie C. says "Maren was wonderful with our 3 girls, spent time doing crafts and also made sure they got outside to enjoy the beautiful weather. We will definitely have...

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Full Time Infant Caregiver

Elizabeth, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
I am a dedicated and nurturing nanny with over 6 years of experience in caring for children of all ages. My passion for working with kids drives me to create a safe, loving environment where they can thrive. I excel in sleep training, helping infants develop healthy sleep habits that promote restful nights for both them and...

Care Member says "Super great! She even got my son to put away the dishes! She washed the dishes, too! Who could ask for more :)"

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Exceptional Care Giver And Amazing Personality

Linden, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
A pleasant day to you! If you are looking for someone who is fun, caring, attentive to your child's/children's needs, someone who is respectful and takes their job seriously? Then you need not look any further! My name is Anesta , and I am very passionate about all that I do, including being the best nanny any family could ask...

Heather Y. says "If you want the other parents to be jealous of you because your caregiver actually engages with your children when you're not around, then Anesta is your...

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Linden, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
Hello, thank you for visiting my profile! . I possess more than a decade of experience in caring for children. Some of those years were spent looking after the children of close acquaintances, while the rest were dedicated to professional childcare through daycare centers or as a nanny. I am well-versed in tending to children...

Care Member says "Raquel has a lovable personality and is great with kids. She is very trustworthy and our two children ages 5 and 2 both love having her around. Raquel...

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South Bound Brook, NJ

4.8(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 35 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
Hi! My name is Kathy and I have been a nanny and providing childcare for 20+ years. I am a mom of 5 adult children. My goals are to provide children in my care with a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment so that they feel happy, loved and secure. I believe children should be children and have fun while exploring the world...

Care Member says "Kathy has been kind compassionate and eager to help in anyway with my parents. I can trust and rely on her. She is a true blessing to our family. "

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Best Babysitter Ever!

Cranford, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Nubia I am a very experienced and professional nanny. I am extremely responsible, trustworthy, caring and loving mother of two beautiful grownup girls and I am looking to work as a part-time/full-time nanny. I have some college education and I'm also fluent in Portuguese. I have 18 years of experience...

Care Member says "Nubia has cared for my three children for the past year and they absolutely love her! She takes them on trips, makes sure they have lunch before heading...

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

Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Fanwood, NJ

Nannies in Fanwood, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed nannies

Lorraine S.

Lorraine is kind, patient and loving. She was a full time nanny to my daughter between the ages of 1 and 2. My daughter loved her and I...

- Valerie R.

Elisete D.

Very caring and compassionate. Dependable. Gentle demeanor.

- Liana B.

Serena A.

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...

- Maura P.

Common questions about hiring a nanny in Fanwood, NJ

The average hourly rate for nannies on Care.com in Fanwood, NJ is around $20.00 as of December, 2025. Actual costs can vary based on your location, the nanny’s experience, and the number of children who need care. Families who need specialized help, such as infant care, overnight support, or light housekeeping, may pay higher rates. For a detailed breakdown of average nanny pay and what factors affect pricing, visit our guide to nanny costs or explore the Care.com Cost Calculator for more information on the cost of nannies in Fanwood, NJ.

There are a few good ways to find a trusted nanny in Fanwood, NJ. Many families start by asking friends, relatives, or neighbors for recommendations. You can also post in local parenting groups or community boards to find caregivers who come with personal referrals. Online platforms like Care.com make it easy to connect with qualified nannies near you. There are currently 1 nannies in Fanwood, NJ on Care.com. You can filter by experience, hourly rate, and availability, then review profiles and read feedback from other local families. For more tips and ideas on finding the right fit, see our guide on how to find a nanny.

Families in Fanwood, can find many different types of nanny services to match their schedules and needs. Options include full-time and part-time nannies, live-in nannies, bilingual nannies, and those with experience caring for infants, toddlers, or multiple children. Some families hire night nannies to help with overnight routines, while others look for caregivers who can assist with homework, school pickups, or after-school care. Many nannies also provide light household help, like meal prep or tidying up after the kids, offering families extra support day to day.

When interviewing a nanny in Fanwood, it’s helpful to ask questions that give you a sense of their experience, approach to childcare, and daily routines. You might ask about their past roles, preferred age groups, comfort with activities like meal prep or transportation, and how they handle discipline or emergencies. It’s also a good idea to discuss scheduling, communication style, and expectations around household duties. Parents often prepare a a nanny interview checklist to make sure important topics like scheduling, communication, and responsibilities are covered.

When choosing a nanny in Fanwood, NJ, consider both experience and personality fit. Look for someone with strong references, a proven track record in childcare, and certifications like CPR or first aid. It’s also important to find a nanny who communicates clearly and aligns with your family’s values, routines, and expectations. Many families on Care.com take additional steps such as setting up trial days, and discussing responsibilities in detail to make sure they find a reliable and trustworthy match.

Yes, many nannies in Fanwood, NJ offer flexible schedules to fit different family routines. You can find part-time nannies who provide care a few days a week, after-school help, or morning coverage. Families who need extra support can also find weekend nannies for occasional or regular care on Saturdays and Sundays. Care.com makes it easy to filter by availability, schedule, and experience so you can find a nanny whose hours align with your needs.

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