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60 babysitters are listed in Basking Ridge, NJ
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Basking Ridge, NJ
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm 26 years old and I currently work as a registered nurse. I love my job as a nurse, but I would love to be able to work with children of all ages. I have been babysitting since I was 13-year-old, kids of all ages. I have changed diapers, played, made dinner, handled baths, and put kids to bed. I currently work full time as a...
Ashley can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently only available for occasional coverage or a once-a-week need. I work 40 hours per week and not looking to add anything regular to my schedule!
If you need a temporary tutor, date-night or back-up sitter, or help with a one-time event. I can be available!
I tutor, coach tennis, caretake for children and...
Layla can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I have 3 girls ages 9,5, and 18 months and they fell in love with Layla immediately! She is great at playing with the girls, tidying up, putting the baby down to sleep & preparing dinner. You can tell she has plenty of experience as she needed no direction and made...
Adrianne B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mother. I have three children, a son and two daughters. I adore children and very responsible with them. I am looking for the opportunities the jobs. I have 9 years of experience. I am responsible, orderly, energetic and loving.
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jazmina is fantastic! Everything that I could ask for in a caregiver and more. I feel completely at ease knowing that I'm leaving my daughter in very capable and caring hands. I highly recommend her!"
Leibnitz P.
Tanya T.
Plainfield, NJ
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hi, my name is Tanya. I am 26 years old and I have been working with kids since I was 16 years old. I work with families with one child as well as families with multiple children. I love working all ages, I am especially drawn toward children 5-11 years old. I am very experienced with children and also possess several...
Tanya can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is very dependable she is awesome with children my child absolutely adores her she's fun and creative and loves doing activities with kids."
Irene R.
Marietta C.
Stirling, NJ
$15-21/hr • 8 yrs exp
Responsible Nanny Or Babysitter. Loving And Caring Person.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Marietta. I am a responsible, capable and reliable person seeking a job as a nanny. I am fit, a non-smoker, energetic and self-motivated. I really enjoy working with children as their simple approach to every day life intrigues me and offers me a chance to learn from them.
I am available to work in the morning and...
Marietta can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CNA
Nicole A.
Berkeley Heights, NJ
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hello! My name is Nicole and I am a recent college graduate. I love working with kids and I am animal friendly as well. I have been babysitting since 8th grade, I have my license and a car. I also speak Spanish and Portuguese.
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is a responsible, sweet and wonderful sitter. My girls love her and I always feel confident being away when she is with my kids."
Amber C.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
As a babysitter, I take my job very seriously and take into consideration the lifestyle that your family leads and how you choose to raise your children. I have 6 years of experience working with children in a daycare care setting, and over 16 years of experience babysitting for various families. Currently, I work with children...
Caitlin can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Caitlin has been with us for close two years and it has been a pleasure to have as part of our family. Our daughter has grown very close and attached to Caitlin."
Summer S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a 21-year-old full-time student at Duquesne University seeking graduating in December 2017. I have years of experience watching children, and I also work as a patient care technician at Children's hospital. Children are my passion! MY Schedule is very flexible. References available upon request.
Delphia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
CNA
5.0
"She was very friendly and very nice to my child! My child was so happy to play with her.
l was sick so it's very helpful !"
Remi N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Rita. My responsibilities include tutoring, engaging in children in fun games, putting children to bed, and light cooking. I am flexible working around my work schedule to fit the times required so I can be very available with notice, and date nights and pre-planned nights will take precedence in my schedule.
Rita can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Rita was very responsive by email and phone before and during the job. She arrived on time and was friendly and helpful. She was flexible about dealing with our unpredictable scenario and helped our baby get to sleep in an unfamiliar and noisy hotel room. I enjoyed...
Rachel K.
Susan R.
Morristown, NJ
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Certified Montessori Teacher and have worked in the field for the past 16 years. I am also a caregiver and have worked with children ranging in age from 3 to 16 for past 9 years. I enjoy working with children of all ages. I also enjoy reading with children, doing homework and having fun.
Susan can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
4.0
"Susan is an experienced caregiver who was prompt to interview. Unfortunately we were in the process of interviewing a few candidates and we selected another."
Stephanie B.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been baby-sitting since I was 10, starting with my younger sister, cousins, and local families. Once I could drive, I was able to baby-sit as well as pet-sit anywhere.
Alexandra can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Alex is reliable, responsible and very good with children. She’s helped our family with after school care as well as daytime and evening care - she’s fantastic and someone we’ve always been able to rely on! "
Care member
Grace G.
Bedminster, NJ
$24/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love working with children and have had 5+ years of experience! In those five years I have worked with newborns to school aged children in a number of different settings and will be equipped to handle a variety of needs.
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Grace is one of the responsible people I know. She exceeded my expectations in caring for my son and she has a heart of gold. I would highly recommend Grace."
Melissa B.
Sonia V.
Dunellen, NJ
$18-34/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I've been a nanny since 1995. I've taken care of children from newborns to preteens. Since I was a young girl (in my home country), I always enjoy taking care of the younger kids of my neighbors since they couldn't afford to pay for a sitter. I would take care of them for free. For me it's always a lot of fun and doesn't seem...
Sonia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Caring and hardworking lady, good with kids from all developmental ages and stages in life. "
Care member
Fiorella F.
Dunellen, NJ
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Fiorella , I'm 21 and I'm a student right now. I think childcare is one of the most overlooked professions and it's something I really enjoy. I hope to be able to help you and your family get through everyday a little bit easier.
Fiorella can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Fiorella worked with us for over a year. She was amazing! Punctual, caring, considerate and great with the kids and dogs. Excellent driver. She watched the kids before and after school and drove them to activities. She took care of meals, homework, and some light...
Monica L.
5.0
(1)
My name is Kait! I am an experienced dementia specialist with 15 years in caregiving, adept at part-time, full-time, and travel nanny roles. Some versatile skills I obtain include support for seniors with disabilities, aiding domestic violence victims, and assisting individuals dealing with addiction, and housing insecurities. I...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Kaitlyn W. is a dedicated and hard working individual who has volunteered her time over the last 2 years on a weekly basis at the Community Soup Kitchen & Outreach Center serving at our free farmers market. In addition she prepared & presented a proposal to both...
Nancy R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Growing up in a family with many younger cousins and close family friends, I babysat a lot! This has lead to me nannying for various additional families throughout the years. I have experience working for a vet as well, which helped me care for those families animals also. I am looking for a part-time or full-time job that will...
Dina can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We recently just hired Dina for after school child care for our 7 year old daughter. She is SO helpful, flexible, and best of all our daughter absolutely loves her! She helps our daughter do her homework and they are always playing or doing some type of arts and...
Margaret K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10+ years of experience caring for children in age groups ranging from infancy to adolescence. I enjoy baking. crafts, outings, and can assist with maintaining routines as well as general homework help. I have only ear piercings and 1 tattoo on my right forearm.
Important info:
-I am not currently accepting full-time...
Murecia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Murecia worked with our family all summer and she was amazing! She is a very active sitter and even has helped with prepping of meals. Our girls loved working with her this summer. We would for SURE hire her again."
Edmund G.
Roxanne C.
Manville, NJ
$14-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am staying home with my 10-month-old baby girl. looking for a family that is in need of child care to join us on our adventures this summer. I love to be outside, going to parks and the zoo, swimming and just having fun!
Roxanne can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Very trustworthy and dependable. A nice young lady."
Melissa Y.
Ruby B.
Bound Brook, NJ
$14-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Ruby, I've been caring for friends and families for 7 years. I also been on care. com for 3 years. I currently attend Montclair State University and due to COVID-19 most of my classes will be online so I am flexible. I have my own and car so I'm able to handle pick ups and drop offs. I'm also understanding...
Ruby can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"Ruby is reliable, trustworthy and takes pride in her work. She is calm, measured and professional. I highly recommend her."
Lisa G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experiences as a nanny. I love kids. part time or full time I prefer to work in the Mendham area.
Blasi can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Pitches in and helps keep the house straightened even without being asked. Very easy going."
Kim U.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Basking Ridge, NJ
Layla D.
5.0
I have 3 girls ages 9,5, and 18 months and they fell in love with Layla immediately! She is great at playing with the girls, tidying up, putting the baby down to sleep & preparing dinner. You can tell she has plenty of experience as she needed no direction and made me feel completely comfortable....
- Adrianne B.
Jazmina B.
5.0
Jazmina is fantastic! Everything that I could ask for in a caregiver and more. I feel completely at ease knowing that I'm leaving my daughter in very capable and caring hands. I highly recommend her!
- Leibnitz P.
Tanya T.
5.0
Absolutely amazing experience! Babysitter Tanya took great care of our 19 months old and 3 year old kids. I felt very comfortable leaving my precious children with her for a few hours. Thank you!!!!
- Sara L.
Nicole A.
5.0
She is a responsible, sweet and wonderful sitter. My girls love her and I always feel confident being away when she is with my kids.
- Amber C.
Caitlin T.
5.0
Caitlin has been with us for close two years and it has been a pleasure to have as part of our family. Our daughter has grown very close and attached to Caitlin.
- Summer S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Basking Ridge, NJ:
How can I find a Basking Ridge babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Basking Ridge, 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 19 babysitters in Basking Ridge, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Basking Ridge, NJ?
The average rate for Basking Ridge, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $21.89 per hour as of January 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 Basking Ridge, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Basking Ridge, 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.
Ratings for Basking Ridge, NJ babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Basking Ridge, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.