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Kathryn D.

Experienced And Fun Nanny

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello there. My name is Kathryn, I often go by Katy or Kate for short. I am a 29-year-old, born and raised in Scotch Plains. I've graduated with a sociology degree from Roanoke College. Prior to graduation I worked as an administrative assistant and admissions persons for FlexSchool, a micro school for gitted and twice...

Lindsay R. says "Kathryn has been a great help to our family! She has watched my niece on several occasions and you can just tell when we get back home that they had a...

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Teona P.

Scotch Plains, NJ

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Dementia
errands
companionship
live-in home care
personal care
Patient and friendly caregiver with 5 years of experience, can provide the physical and emotional support to individuals with following services: Dressing and Personal Hygiene * bath and shower assistance * tooth brushing, shaving and hair styling Companionship * Listen, read, watch tv, play games together Communicate with...
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Stefanos I.

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$21/hr
2 years experience
From a young age, I've been motivated to help those in need. For the past two years, I've worked as a personal care assistant for my grandmother while being certified in the state of New York. She has Alzheimer's and cannot complete tasks on her own without full assistance. I help her walk, get out of bed, cook and feed her,...
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Gary K.

Experienced Driver And Companion For Seniors. Retired UPS Professional Offering Supportive Care.

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Errands
mobility assistance
companionship
transportation
Kind, compassionate 63-year-old male. Strong background in Customer Service with 40 years at UPS. Now retired, I'm eager to apply my patience and dedication to assisting seniors, providing supportive care and companionship. Kind, energetic and honest. Seniors are incredibly interesting individuals, with a wealth of life...
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Kathryn D.

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$20/hr
Light cleaning
live-in home care
errands
meal prep
Hello! . I am patient, flexible, fun and safety oriented. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Crafts, Education, Fun and more. I am a 29-year-old, born and raised in Scotch Plains. I've graduated with a sociology degree from Roanoke College. Most recently I worked as an administrative assistant and admissions persons for...
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Ruby G.

Ruby Jane G, Creative Childcare

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi! I'm an aspiring educator, and a senior in high school. I would love to help you out! I love crafts, walks, pretend play, and more! I would be more than happy to assist with neurodiverse/disabled children, as long as professional medical experience is not required. Please feel free to reach out! I'd describe my personality...
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Sofio A.

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
light cleaning
respite care
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
My name is Sofia, and I have over 10 years of experience providing compassionate care and support to seniors. I would describe myself as warm, patient, nurturing, and dependable - qualities I believe are essential in caregiving. I truly enjoy this work because it allows me to connect with people, build meaningful relationships,...
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Friscurry F.

Senior Care

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$28/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
errands
transportation
Hello! My name is Friscurry , and I'm honored to be a trusted companion and caregiver for seniors. With 5 years of experience and a genuine passion for supporting older adults, I provide warm, dignified, and personalized care. My approach focuses on empathy, understanding, and empowering independence, ensuring each senior...
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Jasmine W.

Personal Assistant, Babysitter And Night Nanny!

Cranford, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
travel
With over 12 years of experience, I'm passionate about creating a fun, safe, and nurturing environment for children of all ages, including multiples and special needs. For the past 3 years, I've worked with children with special needs, adapting activities to suit their individual needs with patience and creativity. I'm...

Care Member says "My daughter takes a while to warm up to people usually. Especially if it’s clear they are new to mom and dad and she warmed up to Jasmine so fast!...

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Mzia I.

Dunellen, NJ

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
hospice services
meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Mzia . I'm a very caring, friendly person and professional of my work. With long time experience , very good references, valid NJ drive license, with good language skill. I'm a legal of this country. I help to patients for housekeeping , laundry, shopping for food and other household requirements, preparing and...

Care Member says "Dear sir or Madam Mzia took care of my mother in law for several years. If not Mzia, my mother in low - Helen would not have lived as long as she...

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Sammy D.

Colonia, NJ

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hey my name is Samantha but you can also call me Sammy! From reading your requests I think I would be a marvelous fit as your childs babysitter! I have my own car and I'm familiar with the area so transportation would not be an issue. I am CPR certified and have been since 2018. I attended Middlesex County college and ACI...

Nathan L. says "Sammy has been wonderful with our 2 little ones. She's been flexible with our hectic schedule and we're so happy to have found her. Our children adore her...

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Violeta P.

Carteret, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
dementia
I have always enjoyed working with the elderly people. I have great respect for their wisdom and really listen to their needs and concerns. Thus, I was assisting seniors as a live-in/live-out aide for over 20 years. Through my years of service I have acquired a great deal of experience and outstanding references. In the past, I...

Lisa Z. says "Violeta was employed by our family 2015-2017. During that time she cared for our invalid mother who was wheelchair bound. Violeta's duties included all...

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Dana R.

Fanwood, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
errands
personal care
companionship
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have extensive experience as a (Vaccinated) Senior Companion Caregiver and a CHHA provider. My approach is to care for each person with respect, kindness and understanding - everyone has a past, present and future. My goal is to provide comfort, safety, companionship, and good health for your loved one. I have worked with many...

Karen M. says "Dana has been assisting my mom since 2014 and is still employed with us as recently as 11/2020. We are so happy we found a caregiver that mom is...

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Tira J.

Child/ Senior Care And Errands

Piscataway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Dementia
errands
meal prep
companionship
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hello, I am writing to apply for the Caregiver positions on Care. com. I have an excellent background in providing care for people of all ages and conditions with more than 10+ years of experience in the field. I worked as a Residential Manager at an Assistant Living facility for 8 years. I have experience working with young,...

David And Jana A. says "Tira is an outstanding caregiver! She goes above and beyond. She is trustworthy, dependable, and very professional."

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Nancy M.

Experienced Respite Worker Looking For Part - Time Work.

Westfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hello, my name is Nancy. I love helping people reach their fullest potential. I have worked with at least five families taking care of children as well as the elderly in their home. I have a degree in the Arts and as an Occupational Therapy Assistant as well. When I worked in the Occupational Therapy field, I helped residents...

Whitney F. says "Nancy has been with us for about 2 years. She is very reliable and kind. She is great at bringing crafts and other activities for the kids to do and my...

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Melissa C.

Part-Time Babysitter/Tutor Available!

Woodbridge, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
Hello! I am a 27-year-old middle school language arts teacher living in Woodbridge, NJ. I AM FULLY COVID-19 VACCINATED!! I have my bachelor's degree in English and my Master's in Teaching with certifications in k-6, special ed., and middle school (5-8) language arts. Personally, I have worked with children for as long as I can...

Ariya V. says "Melissa was our summer babysitter for our two boys (elementary school age) for two summers (2019 and 2020). Melissa truly loves children; she took the...

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Teona T.

Personal Care

Springfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Dementia
errands
live-in home care
companionship
home modification
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Teona. I'm 33 years old and have 8 years experience as a caregiver/companion. I'm from country Georgia, college graduate. Certified phlebotomist and EKG technician. I have experience with dementia, memory care, Parkinson's disease, diabetes, mobility assistance. I love helping people and especially elder. I...

Marianne R. says "Teona is very capable and is a wonderful caregiver for my Mother. She is patient and smart and is enjoyable to have in our home."

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Pauline B.

Full Time Availability

Elizabeth, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
errands
mobility assistance
companionship
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I've been a caregiver for 14 years as a CHHA . I became a caregiver because of my mother she had become ill and needed home care. I decided to put my career on hold to help her during her time of illness after she had passed I decided that helping others gave me a sense of fulfillment. I have experience with early onset Dementia...

Enid R. says "Pauline is one in million! She is responsible, dependable and a pleasure to be with!"

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Coley S.

Caring For Children: A Decade Of Dedication And Passion

Rahway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
With over a decade of dedicated experience working with children aged 0-18, my passion for creating nurturing environments and supporting young learners' development has grown immensely. Beyond teaching American Sign Language and admissions leadership, I have also been deeply involved in nannying roles, providing personalized...

Care Member says "Coley was great! She came on time and I could tell my daughter really liked her. As a new time mom, I truly felt comfortable leaving my 3 month old with...

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Lela K.

Smile Creator

Rahway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience
Live-in home care
personal care
dementia
respite care
I'm Lela 47 years old female, friendly and nice person and looking for a job to take care elderly person . Have been working as a caregiver for 10 years. Loved doing my job and willing to do the same for future. Had been helpful and reliable all the time. Helping others is my lovely thing to do. Fully vaccinated (Booster). I...

Ekaterine T. says "Lela is one of the best I've ever seen as my mother in low's caregiver,,she was with her more then two years, She adored Lela because she made her life...

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  • 60 personal assistants are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.62/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated personal assistants is 5.0

Recent personal assistant reviews from local parents in Scotch Plains, NJ

Personal Assistants in Scotch Plains, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed personal assistants

Kathryn D.

Kathryn has been a great help to our family! She has watched my niece on several occasions and you can just tell when we get back home that...

- Lindsay R.

Jasmine W.

My daughter takes a while to warm up to people usually. Especially if it’s clear they are new to mom and dad and she warmed up to Jasmine so...

- Care member

Mzia I.

Dear sir or Madam Mzia took care of my mother in law for several years. If not Mzia, my mother in low - Helen would not have lived as...

- Care member

FAQs for finding personal assistants in Scotch Plains

The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Scotch Plains, NJ on Care.com as of November, 2025 is $20.62 per hour. The cost may fluctuate depending on the type of service you need assistance with and how frequently.

Care.com has 8 personal assistants in Scotch Plains, NJ. To start the search process, you will first need to create an account by answering a few simple questions to find the personal assistant services that match your needs. You will then have the option to either post a job and receive applications from candidates, or search for personal assistants directly on the platform. You can filter results by distance from Scotch Plains or hourly rate, and then compare the assistants' skills and services they offer. After selecting a few candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references and hire the personal assistant that best fits your needs.

Most personal assistants in Scotch Plains, NJ can help families with a combination of general errands, shopping, organizing events and managing a parent's schedule. Personal assistants typically do not provide child care services, but they can help by driving kids to and from school or other activities around Scotch Plains. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.

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