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60 babysitters are listed in Colonia, NJ
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Colonia, NJ
Jessica O.
South Plainfield, NJ
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Jessica! I am currently a 4th grade teacher. I have over 7 years of experience with babysitting and I have also been in a classroom with children so I have plenty of experience with kids. I am a huge dog lover (and have 1 dog and a cat myself) and have my own transportation. I look forward for any job opportunity on here....
Jessica can also help with: Travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"My kids love Jessica! She is very dependable, she has always arrived on time and for emergencies she was almost always available last minute! She always went above and beyond for my girls! I would recommend her again and again! She's trustworthy and so kind!"
Alexandria F.
5.0
(3)
I grew up in a big family both immediate and extended. I am the oldest of seven and I have been surrounded by babies/young children my entire life. I also babysit at school. I have been with that family for almost two years now and continue to have a good relationship with them. I am trustworthy, responsible, and reliable.
Kayleigh can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"For parents: Kayleigh is organized, punctual and considerate. She is responsible and easy going. Animal friendly and no allergies.
For children: Kayleigh is patient, kind and most of all fun! She can play card games for hours or shoot hoops or go for walks. She...
Angela K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have many years of experience caring for children of all ages. I am looking to obtain part-time babysitting jobs in the afternoon, evenings and some weekends. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds.
I want to be able to provide parents with comfort...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maria is fantastic! She provided evening care for our 3yo daughter S for 5 months, 3x/week (~12 hours). Maria picked S up from daycare, prepared meals, bathed her, and put her to bed before we arrived home late in the evenings. She was an extended member of the...
Victoria A.
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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I really enjoyed working with Imani H. She is friendly, reliable, responsible, and she is trustworthy! I have the privilege seeing her interact with the babies and other children and it is priceless."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there, I'm Emma! I am a recent graduate from NYU where I studied dance and psychology. This past school year, I worked at an after school program in Brooklyn teaching dance to 4-5-year-olds. Given the current state of uncertainty we live in, I have moved out of Manhattan and back home with my loving parents in Westfield, NJ....
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Emma helped me and my family in a pinch this summer. She was so energetic and a calming presence when things were a bit crazy! She brought games with her and my 4yr old adored her. She was also great with my twin, 1yr old boys! Thanks Emma!"
Kerry J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 32-years old. I currently live in Elizabeth, New Jersey but I'm a native New Yorker. I'm CPR and First Aid certified, also I am a New York certified nursing assistant. I have been a babysitter for several years, since I was a teenager. I have experience with children between the ages of 6 months to 12 years old. I love...
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Stephanie has been a dream come true for our family! She has been sitting for us for a year now and is great with our now two year old daughter. When our daughter knows Stephanie is coming over, she is beyond excited and talks about it days prior. Stephanie is very...
Andi T.
Sarah B.
Staten Island, NY
$21/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sarah and I am 19 years old. I have been babysitting for about 2 years now. I can help with Crafts and Cooking/Meal Preparation.
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
5.0
"Sarah was a great babysitter. She was responsive and listened to everything that was told. My daughter loved her."
Anna B.
Lilla C.
Clark, NJ
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Lilla . I am a mother of two grown children. I've worked in the medical field for many years, and have prior experience babysitting younger children prior to my work in healthcare. I am good with children and am looking for opportunities to assist families in need of childcare.
Lilla can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
3.7
(3)
Thank you for checking out my profile! I was a Social Studies teacher in the Dominican Republic for a few years. I've had my NJ Child Care License for 2 years now. I am highly qualified, motivated, fun, high alert, and am detail-oriented. :) Please note that my primary language is Spanish, I do understand English and speak it to...
Ysabel can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ysabel is very dependable and always willing to help. I felt very comfortable with her, and always exceeded my expectations"
Kiana R.
5.0
(1)
Looking to help out with making parents/families lives easier and more manageable while they are in the working world. I am a mother myself and understand that working and parenting are a hand and hand duty in today's world. I have 8 years experience in this field as a caregiver/nanny. Besides being a mother myself. I am more...
Michelle can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Michele S. is very clean, reliable, dependable and took very good care of my grandchild. I highly recommend her for future services as I will use her again when needed. Michele was always on time while very energetic with a baby is important. Very knowledgeable...
Jill C.
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"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 boys to the library, the park, to get ice cream after camp. Melissa became part of our family and she will...
Ariya V.
4.5
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have worked for many families. I am also oldest in my family so I cared for brothers and many cousins throughout the years. I cook, and clean. I do it all. I give 150 percent. I am loyal, punctual love children animals, and I am a neat freak. My first and foremost priority is the safety and happiness of your child. I have...
Charlene can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Charlene worked for me for about 8 months and I loved her. The kids really loved her and she treated them like family. She left only because I lost my job in October. I am hoping to use her again when I get another job. She was always on time and has a great...
Naomi S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! I'm Andrea and I teach 3rd grade! As the school year closes out, I'm interested in looking for a summer job. I've worked for four different families long-term. I absolutely love being outdoors and allowing children to explore the world and learn! I gravitate towards many Montessori and Reggio Emilia practices.
If...
Andrea can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"It’s our first time hiring a sitter for our son and we had an excellent experience with Andrea. She’s reliable, very friendly, attentive and understood the assignment. We’re very thankful to have met her thru Care! Would absolutely hire Andrea again in a heartbeat!...
Care member
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: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
CPR
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.
Joyce K.
Kenilworth, NJ
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full-Time Professional Nanny Available With 20 Years Of Experience
3.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children for the past 20 years, with a specialty in providing care for newborns and toddlers, although I have had a wide range of experience with children into their teenage years. I always strive to provide a loving, educational and pro-active environment for children, with special attention directed...
Joyce can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Joy is an absolute joy. She is incredibly empathetic & caring, and simply wonderful with kids. She has such a kind heart and our daughter had so much fun playing games with her. Joy was incredibly accommodating. We really lucked out finding her when we needed...
Care member
Lin X.
Staten Island, NY
$30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, this is Lin! Nice to see you here! I currently work in a preschool as a classroom teacher. My master is about early childhood and special education. And I'm certified in both General Ed and Special Ed in NYS. I love kids, enjoy working with kids. They have 100 languages that wait us to learn! An occasional babysitting...
Lin can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She was nice and caring. My son liked her so much."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm a compassionate, loving, go with the flow woman who adores babies and children, yet can be firm at times if required. I'm so passionate about children because you can learn a lot from them.
I have worked with children for the fast with my friend's kids, and the latest was with twin boys who lived at Manhattan for almost a...
5.0
"Michelle was a wonderful care taker for my 2.5 year old son! Always has been on time and engaged him in activities. My child felt very happy and safe in her care. Thank you Michelle!"
Elisabeth M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there. I am a 48-year-old woman who used to care for children in my home. I have 10 plus years of child care experience. I have watched children from 2 months to 10 years of age. I do not smoke and am comfortable with pets. My abilities include but not limited to laundry for children, meal prep, feeding, nap time, outdoor...
Joanne can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Joanne was a wonderful caregiver for our two girls (age 2 and 4). She managed their day-to-day routine out of our home and supported them as we transitioned to a hybrid work schedule. Her responsibilities included meal prep, diaper changes / toilet needs, nap...
Robin V.
Delia K.
Cranford, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible, Energetic College Student Looking For Weekly Babysitting Job!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Delia, I'm a 25 y/o legal professional looking for babysitting opportunities on the weekends/after school hours on certain weekdays (I work a hybrid schedule). I currently work full-time in NYC and live in Westfield. I have about 11 years of experience with children ages 2 and up. I'm energetic, responsible, organized...
Delia can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ms. Delia K. is a caring, responsible, knowledgeable, determined, hard working individual. She is dependable and very resourceful. Her interaction with children is sincere and concise, providing great communication and compassion. She is also amazing at hands on...
Yvette D.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Colonia, NJ
Jessica O.
5.0
Jessica was the first person to respond to a Facebook post I put up two years ago. When I interviewed Jessica, my search was over...I hired her after I spoke to the references she shared with me. She was hired to bring my two children to school in the mornings, and then pick them up after school. I...
- Jennifer G.
Kayleigh K.
5.0
Kayleigh has been our babysitter for the past 4 years. My kids love it when she watches them because she is fun, plays games with them and has even taken them out to dinner. We have had such a great experience with Kayleigh. She is reliable and responsible and a great role model. We are lucky to...
- Rachael M.
Maria S.
5.0
Maria is fantastic! She provided evening care for our 3yo daughter S for 5 months, 3x/week (~12 hours). Maria picked S up from daycare, prepared meals, bathed her, and put her to bed before we arrived home late in the evenings. She was an extended member of the family and very kind, patient with...
- Victoria A.
Imani H.
5.0
Will definitely recommend Mrs. Imani!
She is amazing with children!
She is super energetic!
- Care member
Emma F.
5.0
Emma helped me and my family in a pinch this summer. She was so energetic and a calming presence when things were a bit crazy! She brought games with her and my 4yr old adored her. She was also great with my twin, 1yr old boys! Thanks Emma!
- Kerry J.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Colonia, NJ:
How can I find a Colonia babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Colonia, 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 18 babysitters in Colonia, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 3.6. 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 Colonia, NJ?
The average rate for Colonia, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $20.56 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 Colonia, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Colonia, 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.