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60 babysitters are listed in Chatham, NJ
The average posted rate is $24/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Chatham, NJ
4.2
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
From 1995-2000, I was a stay at home mom with my son for five years. I taught him to read and write.
From 2001-2007, I worked at an elementary school as a teacher's aide.
From 2007-2008, I worked at a daycare center as a teacher and caretaker of 2 to 3-year-old toddlers.
From 2008-2011, I worked at a preschool as a teacher and...
Indrani can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"It is with great pleasure that I recommend Indrani as a nanny. She is reliable, affectionate, and caring. She relates to our children in such a delightful way. They trust her, depend on her, and love playing with her. We feel fortunate to have had Indrani in our...
Swapna P.
Amina S.
Newark, NJ
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
My Name Is Amina. I Have Great Experience Of Working With Kids And Always Happy To Work With Them.
5.0
(2)
I'd describe my personality as a reliable person, punctual and honest person
I love working with kids because I am a kid at heart, kids make every day special because they find a new chapter of themselves everyday and I like to share that experience with them.
I started babysitting for family at a young age of 15, I've always...
Amina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I recently hired Amina and I have to say, she has been absolutely incredible! From the moment she started, she showed genuine care and love for my child. Amina is incredibly reliable, always arriving on time and ready to engage with my little one. She goes above...
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Katera P.
Maplewood, NJ
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a big sister of two younger brothers and a younger sister, I've learned the responsibilities of handling children at a young age. I'm mature, reliable, and punctual. I take initiative and take charge but still create a fun environment for kids.
I have worked privately with multiple families over the years as a...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Katera helped watch our 2 boys on New Year's. She was prompt, very responsible and the kids warmed up to her quickly. Absolutely would hire again!"
Danielle W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Dina and serving as a babysitter is one of my many passions that I enjoy. I am a married mother of two wonderful girls, ages 18 & 22. In addition to my own experience as a mother, I have many years of working with different families who have contacted me through this website. As a babysitter, I not only assist...
Dilnoza can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Samantha C.
Plainfield, NJ
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Samantha C.! I am available for date nights on the weekends Friday, Saturday and Sunday each three days from 6pm- 12 a.m. I recently changed my schedule since the semester is ending, perfect for summer camp schedules! Dropping off or pick up. I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Travel, Remote Learning,...
Samantha can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping
5.0
"Samantha is a reliable and trustworthy person. She came on time for every time we needed her. Warm, kind, and extremely caring. She was on time, professional, and put us completely at ease. She gave us updates via text, which was a nice way to keep us updated on...
Leydi C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a recent college graduate with a degree in Conflict Analysis and Dispute Resolution, offering 8 years of babysitting experience and over 7 years of volunteering at Vacation Bible School. I'm skilled in childcare, arts and crafts, helping with homework, and household tasks such as cooking and cleaning.
As a certified dog...
Lily can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lily is awesome in the field. She is smart, reliable, and always on time. She is very out going but is very caring and loves to help out whenever she can."
Andrew D.
Michelle D.
Morris Plains, NJ
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been a teacher for 12 years. I have been babysitting since I was in high school. I have a 1-year-old daughter. I have experience with children who are newborn through elementary age.
I am currently available when my husband can be home with my daughter. I can also be available during weekdays if my daughter can come with...
Michelle can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Michelle took care of our 5-year old and was wonderful at it. My daughter loved her and cannot stop talking about her. We found Michelle very responsible, friendly and flexible. We recommend her highly. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! My name is Drew. I'm 34. My experience includes being a nanny for a beautiful family with 3 children ages 4-7 and previously babysitting children ages 2-12. I am currently a full time nanny for a family residing in Westfield, children 7 months and 4 years old! (Baby is now almost 16 months). I also am a part time...
Drew can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Drew is amazing with kids! My 3 children (6, 5, & 4 years) ask for her to come babysit every day. She is super responsible, caring, and very pleasant to be around. I am so happy to have found her! She is someone I really trust!"
Meaghan 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 great with kids and extremely responsible. My kids loved her! Great communication with the parents, always on time, will play games with the kids - overall a great sitter!"
Care member
5.0
(4)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Oak Street Elementary School, Basking Ridge, NJ September 2007 Present
A Food Service Kitchen Supervisor
Serve 300+ children daily
Assure all children have meals
Knowledge of children with allergies or special needs
Manage financial responsibilities and inventory
F Family, Millington NJ. I worked...
Michelle can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Michelle is very kind and responsible. She's someone I can always depend on. Michelle is the first person I call on when I need a helper. Kids love her and they look forward to seeing her. She's great!"
Theresa H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a freelance childcare provider. I tend to children ages three months to 12-year-olds. I've been working in the education system and providing childcare for families for the past 6 years.
Niya can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel
5.0
"Niya is great for our girls. Sometimes she's with both at the toughest part of the day, dinner, bath and bed and she is seamless and patient no matter what. She is fun and willing to be on the floor in interactive play or drawing with them, and since they are...
Julie 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: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Special Needs Care
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 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Emanuelle. I love taking care of children, I am attentive, patient and I love to play with them. I like to help in everything that is needed, I will always do my best and I will always be willing to learn more with my work.
I'd describe my personality as funny, caring and helpful
Emanuelle can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"She is very attentive, affectionate, she took very good care of my daughters, she likes to play, she has the patience to explain her homework. I loved having Emanuelle for 1 year here at my house"
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Vanessa C.
Morristown, NJ
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Vanessa, I am 27 years old and I am from Mexico. I've been taking care of children since I was a teenager, I was a dance instructor at school where I taught lessons to different groups of children in kindergarten, elementary and middle school and babysitting in my free time. I came to USA and finished my Au Pair...
5.0
"Vanessa is a creative and very responsible girl with a great ability to connect and take care of children. Her good education is reflected in her way she treats families and children. I have seen her journey through different families and how each child loves her...
Isabel G.
4.6
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! Teaching and caring for children is both my passion and my purpose. Working as an Elementary School Teacher for the past 7 years, plus over 10 years of childcare experience has opened my eyes and heart to children's needs-- academically, socially, and emotionally.
I absolutely love what I do and wish to broaden...
Coco can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Corrine joined our family in 2022 when our daughter was just 4 months old, and she has since become an integral part of our lives. Her nurturing and caring nature has made a profound impact on our family, and we are incredibly grateful for the time she has spent...
Monique R.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have four younger siblings and have loved watching them for years. I am a sophomore in college and have my own car to drive myself to and from your home. I am Red Cross certified and CPR certified. I would love to chat further about how I can assist you!
Gabrielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Gabrielle took care of my three sons. Now, 3 boys alone is a lot of work, but considering they are all abusive, socially awkward, and slightly autistic, Gabrielle was my angel sent from heaven! She put up with them like no other nanny has, and wasn't afraid to sit...
Phelicia D.
Taryn L.
Stirling, NJ
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Taryn! I grew up in New Jersey and recently moved back from Maryland where I was working in a childcare center teacher preschool. I taught at this center for 7 years and worked with all ages ranging from infants to 5 years old. I love to read in my spare time and be outside as much as I can!
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Taryn is AMAZING! She has cared for my two children many times. She is loving, patient, reliable, and trustworthy. Both my children are high energy, have food allergies, and my son has a language impairment and sensory difficulties. Taryn handles their needs and...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 46 years old. l live in West Orange, NJ. I have over 23 years of experience preemie to school age children. I'm responsible, affectionate, understanding, caring, energetic, and I'm very sensitive towards children. I enjoy being around children and helping them learn and grow. I can prepare children's meals. I have knowledge...
Tagemattie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Tagemattie has been our nanny and a part of our family for the last three years. She was on time (actually..early) every single day, and took fantastic care of our son from when he was an infant to him being a toddler. She does meal prep, school pickup and drop...
David P.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Kathryn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"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 great time. I am pregnant now and know I will also be using her when our first comes along. It's nice to have...
Lindsay R.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Chatham, NJ
Indrani D.
5.0
Indrani is absolutely amazing! She has been with our family for almost three years now. She is patient, good-hearted, and responsible. Our little one has learned so much during his time with her and has clearly really enjoyed being with her. I feel very comfortable with her and my kids. She is such...
- Care member
Amina S.
5.0
I recently hired Amina and I have to say, she has been absolutely incredible! From the moment she started, she showed genuine care and love for my child. Amina is incredibly reliable, always arriving on time and ready to engage with my little one. She goes above and beyond to create a safe and...
- Care member
Katera P.
5.0
Katera helped watch our 2 boys on New Year's. She was prompt, very responsible and the kids warmed up to her quickly. Absolutely would hire again!
- Danielle W.
Darlene D.
5.0
Darlene is so patient, caring and understanding. I love how reliable she is.
- Care member
Samantha C.
5.0
Samantha is a reliable and trustworthy person. She came on time for every time we needed her. Warm, kind, and extremely caring. She was on time, professional, and put us completely at ease. She gave us updates via text, which was a nice way to keep us updated on our baby's activities. Highly...
- Leydi C.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Chatham, NJ:
How can I find a Chatham babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Chatham, 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 17 babysitters in Chatham, 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 Chatham, NJ?
The average rate for Chatham, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $24.41 per hour as of April 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 Chatham, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Chatham, 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 Chatham, NJ babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Chatham, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.