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137 babysitters are listed in Union, NJ
The average rate is $19/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Union, NJ
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Alexandra and I have many years of experience in childcare from newborns to teenagers. I spent most of my adult years caring for children. First with my own and then other people's. I love kids and I like to treat them as if they were mine and also enjoy working with them. I like kids to explore and discover new...
Alexandra can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alexandra is hard working dependable and caring in all of her duties. I would take her back in a moment!"
Sharon E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Victoria! I'm student at Kean University I will be getting my bachelor degree for early childhood education. I love children and I've babysitting for about four years now. I have experience with Autistic kids, I used to babysit for. I'm loving, caring and very responsible. Please feel free to message me!
Victoria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Victoria is great! She is sweet, patient and punctual. My children would eagerly look forward to seeing her and loved having her play with them. I was lucky to have found such sincere, warm and caring person who truly loves children!"
Jeanne P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
To start off, I have always loved caring for others. That is how I got into childcare, and have stuck with it for over 5 years. As a pre-teen I was involved with summer camps, and babysitting for neighbors. From there I found my love for children, I then became a private nanny for 2+ years then worked at a private preschool for...
Dana can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Dana was very good with communication. She arrived on time and had lots of great questions to start. She followed all my directions and got my two toddlers down for their naps the first time she was here. She was very cool and kind."
Kristen S.
Imani H.
Union, NJ
$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Energetic babysittter with 10+ years of experience looking after infants/toddlers during the weekday, evenings, weekends, and during school holidays. Effective at engaging them in a variety of activities to meet their educational and physical needs. Vigilant about health and safety. Endorsed previous parents as a responsible...
Imani can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Imani is a great person, she is caring positive attitude friendly realness patience she great with my son loving caring person she is one of a kind "
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Dana B.
Union, NJ
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am the biggest pet lover there is! I'm looking forward to continue working with animals-since I have always loved caring for my own Carine Terrier! Along with babysitting young and old dogs for my neighbors and friends for 2-3 years now. I have became the go-to for people, because of my love for animals! I also want to note,...
Dana can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, dog training, pet transportation
Kadiatou B.
Union, NJ
$20-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents, my name is Kadiatou and I live in Union, NJ. I'm currently a college student pursuing a degree in the medical field. I have eight years of experience working with kids. I love working with kids, as I myself am a parent of 3 lovely boys. I'm very caring, motivated, dependable, and most of all self-conscious of...
Kadiatou can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
CNA
5.0
"For the few months Kadiatou helped us with our two boys, she was very professional, lovable, and attentive to my kid's needs. She went far and beyond in getting stuff done within the house, dropping off the kids to their activities, and ensuring their homework was...
Mohamed J.
Sakina S.
Union, NJ
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
College student looking for some part time work. I have been babysitting for almost 10 years! Love hands on activities with kids, like baking or puzzles, and turning clean up into a game! Available weekends and some weekday mornings.
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Very personable and friendly. My son took to her right away. She is reliable and I look forward to hiring her again for my child care needs."
Angela J.
Tiara M.
Union, NJ
$17-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Tiara! I am looking to help care for small children. I have always been a (second mom) so I've quite the years of experience with children from working in a daycare to babysitting for family and friends.
Tiara can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Tiara is a very fun, kind, and calming presence in our home. My son had a lot of fun with her and we'll be reaching out to her again soon."
Kristin G.
Harley D.
Union, NJ
$12-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Harley! I have over 10 years of experience being that I have younger twin sisters and also a younger brother. I have always loved children and love teaching them new things! I am currently a college student with my own car. I also worked a summer camp where I was responsible for a large number of children. I am trying to...
3.0
"Unsure how Harley performs as a sitter seeing as we only made it through the phone interview. Upon last minute request from Harley, our in-person interview was postponed due to a lack of transportation. I offered alternative dates and never heard back. For that...
Ro D.
5.0
(1)
I have 20 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Errands.
I have excellent references.
I love children and find them fascinating.
Liliana can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Liliana is a wonderful nanny. She is caring, thoughtful and patient. She has blessed our family as a trustworthy caregiver and light in this world. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello families!
I'm a very dependable, trustworthy, patient, and loving person. I have been sitting for children for close to 4 years now. I love to interact with the kiddos and do not have any problems doing some errands.
Please feel free to message me with any questions or concerns - more than happy to discuss further!
Ariel can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Ariel is a dependable, flexible, and caring sitter who helped us over the summer months. Our kids enjoyed spending time with her and she is highly recommended."
Kevin G.
Risha P.
Union, NJ
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Care-taking and babysitting for my neighbor's daughter while housekeeping.
Babysitting my nieces and nephews, while making them homemade food.
I am very flexible with my hours!
I also have my own vehicle and can drive your children anywhere if needed.
I currently go to school at University and I am majoring in Biology. My...
Risha can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Risha is a very sweet and easygoing babysitter. She's very patient with my ten year old daughter and has been babysitting for us for 1 year now. I plan on booking her for my daughter again. Highly recommend!"
Sanjana P.
Kayla F.
Union, NJ
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Kayla, I am 23 years old senior at coastal Carolina university . Im getting a bachelors in special education teaching and a minor in sports coaching. I am currently in the Army National Guard. I have my own car, and over 10 years experience in babysitting in the age group of newborns - high-school. I love...
Kayla can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kayla is an amazing sitter.
She is punctual, reliable and able to keep little ones safe and active.
She has a natural love of sports which allows her to bond well with children of active ages.
My child really enjoyed having Kayla as his sitter. Her confidence,...
Pam P.
Natalie V.
Union, NJ
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.5
(2)
Hi, name is Natalie and I'm 23 years old. I am certified in CPR and basic First Aid. I have 10 years of experience working with infants and toddlers. I graduated at Union High School in 2017, I'm currently in college as well for nursing. I also spent 3 years taking care of a baby girl who had a liver transplant. I love...
Natalie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Natalie is a dependable, smart, and caring young lady. Interacts very well with my 5 year old son and my new born. "
Kathyria C.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Alexandra and I have many years of experience in cleaning houses, apartments. I love cleaning and enjoy do it, I do laundry, ironing, dusting, keep the house neat and organized. I' m mature, punctual, energetic, hard working, reliable, trustworthy, non-smoker/non drinker. I have strong work ethics and excellent...
Alexandra can also help with: Attic cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning & more
5.0
"Alexandra is excellent. She learns quickly. She works efficiently, is thorough and careful with art objects I give her the highest recommendation"
Ann M.
5.0
(1)
I like working with kids because kids touch a soft spot in me that brings me joy.
I started working with kids at a young age of 15. I have a big family with lots of nieces and nephews. I started watching my nieces and nephews around the age of 15. As far as professionally working with kids it has been about 5 years.
In my...
5.0
"Darlene is beyond amazing! She’s caring and attentive with my children."
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I am a recent college graduate, currently working as a solar consultant. I have spare time during the day on weekdays which I would like to supplement with part time job. I am a very organized, caring, and trustworthy individual capable of helping you with your children and home. I have my own reliable car, with an excellent...
I am a recent college graduate, currently working as a solar consultant. I have spare time during the day on weekdays which I would like to supplement with a part time job. I am a very organized, caring, and trustworthy individual capable of helping you with your children and home. I have my own reliable car, with an excellent...
Kari can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Extremely capable and compassionate individual with experience in elderly & child care-giving. Hard-working, honest caregiver who is able to take initiative and exceed the expectations of employer and family.
Enthusiastic to get a caregiver position in a private household utilizing my qualifications and care giving skills to...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Kimberly and I have been babysitting for about 8 years and a full time nanny for about 6yrs. I have had experience with children ages 1month to 12 years old. When I was younger I watched 4 children on a daily basis when they came home from school until 8:00 p.m. I helped them with thier homework, fed them dinner,...
Kimberly can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Union, NJ
Alexandra A.
5.0
Alexandra is hard working dependable and caring in all of her duties. I would take her back in a moment!
- Sharon E.
Victoria D.
5.0
Victoria is great! She is sweet, patient and punctual. My children would eagerly look forward to seeing her and loved having her play with them. I was lucky to have found such sincere, warm and caring person who truly loves children!
- Jeanne P.
Dana B.
5.0
Dana was very good with communication. She arrived on time and had lots of great questions to start. She followed all my directions and got my two toddlers down for their naps the first time she was here. She was very cool and kind.
- Kristen S.
Imani H.
5.0
Will definitely recommend Mrs. Imani!
She is amazing with children!
She is super energetic!
- Care member
Kadiatou B.
5.0
We interviewed Kadiatou for a long term position for newborn care but due to our schedules ultimately not aligning, we went with someone else. I felt immediately at ease with Kadiatou both personally and from her own experiences she shared as a mom. I would have felt comfortable moving ahead in the...
- Tiana T.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Union, NJ:
How can I find a Union babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Union, NJ can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 137 babysitters in Union, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.1. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Union, NJ?
The average rate for Union, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $19.18 per hour as of April 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Union, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Union, NJ through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Union, NJ babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.1 / 5
Babysitters in Union, NJ are rated 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 45 reviews of the 137 listed babysitters.