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Babysitters in Allentown, NJ
Emma C.
Allentown, NJ
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi I'm Emma!! I am a preschool teacher looking for some extra hours after school watching kids!! I LOVE to clean, organize, work with children, and be outside!! While I have the most experience with 2-5-year-olds, I have worked with many age groups over the years!! I'm fully vaccinated, Pediatric CPR/AED certified, and am hoping...
Giulia A.
Allentown, NJ
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Giulia! I have worked at a daycare for 4 years and have experience with children from ages 2 months to 12 years. I love children and animals as well!
Giulia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ana P.
Allentown, NJ
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I thought I would introduce myself!
I'm a responsible, hard working, kind and easy going person, and I like to provide a fun and safe environment for the children I take care of. I'm from Colombia and came to the US 3 1/2 years ago in an au pair program and have since finished I've been working as a nanny with a family in...
Ana can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am an energetic, artsy woman inspired to be of service to children. I have a passion for arts & crafts and sports, and often come up with new projects to keep my craft skills active. I am currently work part-time . Before that I have had the privilege of teaching craft classes and A. C. to both young children and adults. I...
Laura can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Working with children has always been a passion of mine. From as early as I can remember I enjoyed caring and helping children whenever I could
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am currently a special education teacher with a masters degree in school counseling. I've taught from the elementary level and currently teach at a high school. I've watched kids from various ages starting at 6 months all the way up to 14 years old. I come from a big family with 17 nieces/nephews so I am constantly...
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Alexis D.
Trenton, NJ
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I work full-time at a law office as well as a personal assistant, and property manager. I've been babysitting for 15 years now and have watched an array of children from newborns to teenagers. I am a responsible babysitter who encourages fun, creative activities to aid children's growth and foster each child's curiosity and...
Alexis can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alexis is an absolute pleasure to be with. She is extremely helpful in the house and with children. My three kids ages 7-1 all love her and are happy to be with her over me! She is very responsible and on top of things. She is great at planning activities and...
Hilary M.
Ashley N.
Trenton, NJ
$18-36/hr • 3 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!! I am current college graduate at Monmouth University, I am looking to make some extra money while I am home for the summer. I have experience in babysitting, I have watched children from age 7 to babies a few months old. I recently watch a girl who is 1. 5-year-old and I previously watched a younger baby who was a few...
Ashley can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
4.2
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Sidney! Caring for children is not just a job for me, it's my passion. I enjoy becoming apart of a family. I have been a nanny for 6 years now.
Before the pandemic I was a daycare teacher for a young toddler aged class. For the safety of my family I decided to become a nanny and fell in love with it.
Right now I...
Sidney can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Sidney was hired to nanny our 1 year old. Both of my kids loved her! Unfortunately the timing didn't work out, but Sidney herself went out of her way to find our current nanny! She is caring, helpful and kind and we will definitely continue to hire her in the...
Jenna Q.
Laura A.
Trenton, NJ
$10-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! Im Laura I'm 21 years old. I speak Spanish and I love teaching the children I care for. I'm an experienced and enthusiastic babysitter who children care. I started out babysitting for a lot of families in my neighborhood. I have 3 year of babysitting experience and with newborn. I'm very interested in childhood...
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I can pick your children up and bring them home from sports, tutoring, their friends house, all types of activities if you are running late from work.
Need a last minute sitter, I'm available to watch in your home.
I have hours available during the day & night on weekdays and weekends.
I have experience with all ages of...
Paulette can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Paulette is awesome, friendly and a great child care provider. She is punctual and my nieces love her. She always has a smile on her face. She makes sure that the kids are well taken care of. I would recommend Paulette 100 times over."
Rosaline D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I received my Bachelor's in Communicative Sciences & Disorders from New York University in 2013 and my Master's in Public Health and Bioethics from University of Pennsylvania in 2017. I believe that I am well qualified to care for children of all ages, tutor/mentor, and care for pets (including birds). I have experience working...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Joely, I am 26 years old, fully vaccinated, and boosted! Currently, I am a full-time student at Montclair State University, majoring in Linguistics, with a concentration in American Sign Language/English Interpreting.
I have cared for multiple families both regularly and occasionally.
Previously, I was an Educational...
Joely can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Joely worked as a nanny for my toddler on two occasions. Both times she was punctual and professional. She was patient and friendly with my child. I would hire her again"
Maira A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'm 35 years old and currently looking for work. I've been in the finance industry prior to my childcare career but my real passion is working with kids. This started when I was 14. I volunteered at a daycare center in Morristown, NJ. I've also volunteered at American Red Cross. I was on the youth team at my church teaching...
Jennifer can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"My daughter was immediately interested in hanging out with Jen. We look forward to having her back."
Sarah L.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi- My name is Leika. I am a Junior at SUNY oswego. I love being a babysitter because I enjoy spending time children . Being a babysitter , helps me create a fun/ safe environment with the child. I love being around kids and kids love being around me.
I am able to adapt to various age group and personalities. I have experienced...
Leika can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Leika has been amazing with our son. She was very punctual, adaptable, excellent with her communication and most importantly was able to exceed our expectations in all areas of work."
Parma R.
Bianca C.
Bordentown, NJ
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a 25-year-old creative, energetic, reliable, and adventurous person who loves working with kids. I have experience working as a lead teacher at a daycare for 6 years. Over the years I have created an exciting way of learning and exploring for children ages 2-6 while also maintaining social/emotional growth for a...
Bianca can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"My son loves her. She great with kids and kept me informed about what he ate for lunch and how his day was."
Courtney G.
Deborah S.
Hightstown, NJ
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Debbie I have 10 years' experience. I am also CPR/FIRST AID CERTIFIED. I worked part time at a day care. YMCA of EAST WINDSOR from April 2012 to October 2014. My primary room was THE BABY ROOM. My primary care were newborns. I also helped a mom and dad care for their newborn baby boy November 2014 to April 2015. I...
Deborah can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Debbie is a great nanny. She is punctual and goes above and beyond. She has been taking care of my toddler and baby for almost a year. She engages with the kids and doesn't sit them in front of a device. They play outside, read, color and do activities. My kids...
Robbana K.
Ana G.
Hightstown, NJ
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
4.2
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a mother of two girls, one is 33 with a masters from Rutgers in social work and my youngest is 31 and lives in Atlanta and attended the University of Georgia, I'm not graduate but when to school, I'm fluent in Spanish and have years of experience as a nanny for children of all ages, a no-smokier and now with this difficult...
Ana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ana was very sweet and helpful. She took care of our 8 months old twins with a lot of energy, patience and kindness. We enjoyed having Ana as their sitter for several days."
Andreea C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents! I'm glad you have come across my profile while looking for a caregiver! A bit about me is I am currently in college for early childhood education to become a first grade teacher. I have been babysitting for 6+ years. I worked in a daycare as an infant/toddler teacher alongside an infant/toddler specialist. I have...
Alyse can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"Alyse had watched my boys 5,7 for a date night. She was very profession and my boys absolutely loved her! I without a doubt would hire Alyse again and recommend her!"
Cade C.
Zyhara G.
Trenton, NJ
$30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Cooking/Meal Preparation tutoring, planning positive activities to help children succeed with daily life routines. I am also good with pets, I work well with children from ages newborn -15.
Zyhara can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Good experience! She was on time and did everything I asked. It was a one time help I needed and she helped with laundry, playing with baby etc. "
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Allentown, NJ
Alexis D.
5.0
Alexis is an absolute pleasure to be with. She is extremely helpful in the house and with children. My three kids ages 7-1 all love her and are happy to be with her over me! She is very responsible and on top of things. She is great at planning activities and keeping the kids busy.
- Hilary M.
Sidney P.
5.0
Sidney helped watch my 3 year old daughter many times and we have nothing but wonderful things to say! She was always on time if not early, professional, respectful and just a great person in general. She is a sweet, warm and nurturing woman who I always felt so safe and confident leaving my...
- Mary H.
Paulette F.
5.0
Paulette is the best. She is not only extremely dependable but she goes above and beyond. My family was so blessed to have her come into our lives.
- Michele C.
Joely D.
5.0
Joely worked as a nanny for my toddler on two occasions. Both times she was punctual and professional. She was patient and friendly with my child. I would hire her again
- Maira A.
Jennifer V.
5.0
My kids really enjoyed Jennifer! They are still talking about her:)
- Cherron C.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Allentown, NJ:
How can I find a Allentown babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Allentown, 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 6 babysitters in Allentown, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Allentown, NJ?
The average rate for Allentown, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $17.50 per hour as of February 2025. 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 Allentown, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Allentown, NJ through Care.com. As of 2025, 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.