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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
4.2
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Janine, I'm fun, loving, respectful and exciting. I have experience with kids, having 2 honor rolls of my own. I would love to find a job with a family who would love my help in shaping their little ones lives to be fun, joyous, educational and filled with laughter. I'm seeking mainly a weekend and or part-time job. I...
Janine can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Janine through care.com to babysit my 2 kids, 6yo and 2yo. In our half-year-long live-in situation, she was a happy and positive person, easy to have around, good communicator and really good with the kids. We are separating now due to her increased study...
Su-yun S.
Citlalli A.
Avenel, NJ
$22/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Citlalli A :) I'm a positive and energetic college student. I am currently a teacher assistant at a daycare! I love working with kids. I'm looking for a way to earn a little extra money while doing the thing I love. I'm confident, energetic, and fun. I will be more than happy to meet you and your kiddo soon!
Citlalli can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Citlalli helped us for one weekend. She did a very good job to take care of my active 3-year-old girl. She is proficient in childcare and operated independently with minimal instructions."
Yaping W.
Lucy D.
Linden, NJ
$28-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Nanny/babysitter with 24 years of experience providing exceptional care to children newborn to 17 years old. adept at organizing children's daily schedules, including meals, laundry , school, and recreational activities. I am very affectionate with children, I love my work. I also have experience with cleaner.
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lucy has assisted us with our housecleaning needs. She is efficient, reliable and friendly. We highly recommend her."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Nyaja, and I'm dedicated to providing exceptional child care. With experience as a School-Aged Child-Care and Teen Program Coordinator at the YMCA, I understand the importance of nurturing and enriching young lives. Currently pursuing a master's degree in Social Work, I offer a unique blend of knowledge and empathy in...
Nyaja can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Nyaja is great with my princess. I would definitely recommend her. She reads and plays with my princess. Also she is reliable and punctual."
Tarrell J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Tiiera and I am interested in being your Nanny! I am currently a Masters of Social Work candidate at Rutgers University and I have about 2-3 years of experience with nanny/babysitting work. I have a clean driving and background record, I don't smoke or drink, and I can provide resume upon request. If you're...
Tiiera can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Tiiera is reliable baby sitter. She kept great communication with me and my husband. My daughter is 10 months and she took great care of her. We hired her twice and both times she came on time. She has a bubbly personality. Will hire her again."
Iesha W.
Melanie Z.
Perth Amboy, NJ
$18/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I love interacting with children and taking full care. It's a fun, heartwarming experience. What a better way to get through your day is taking care of children, I'm very passionate and willing to be inside and outside doors. I have an experience working in child daycare, babysitting family , friends , church members...
Melanie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Melanie is wonderful with my girls. She fully engages and cares for them. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
I'm a substitute teacher from Elizabeth public schools. I love taking care of kids and pets. I have been a teacher for 1 year and continue to be a teacher in the upcoming years. I have a cousin that I been take care of her since she was a baby. I am free for the summer until September.
I'd describe my personality as kind,...
Jeremy can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Jeremy is a lovely boy, when I lived in Linden he used to take care of my daughter and now I move to another state and I can’t find someone like him. She learn a lot from him and he also take care good care of my house. "
Care member
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 25-year-old behavioral therapist at a clinic. I am originally from New York and have recently moved here to Charlotte. I have worked as a lead preschool teacher for 3 years prior and at an overnight shelter for teenagers in New York. I am a certified behavior technician, CPR certified (SIDS certified) and certified in...
Angeles can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
3.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Short:
I am going to school to become a teacher for k-3 and special needs. I am open to any and all activities. I have babysat ages 6 months to 11 years.
Minimum of 5 hours for one time jobs s& 20 hours for reoccurring.
Long:
-As a babysitter, I have assisted in homework, cleaning and entertaining children. I can and will...
Sharifa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"We've had Sharifa for a few years now and we're more than grateful for her, she's super dependable and responsible. We have six kids and they all love her, she's super patient and buy them gifts on holidays and birthdays, she's someone we can always count on...
Steven C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Part-Time Caregiver Available
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"While caring for our daughter over the past three years, Steph has become family. From day 1, I knew our little Covid baby was in good hands and this has been validated 100x over. Steph is so caring & nurturing, yet firm when needed. She makes sure our daughter is...
Jessica M.
Gloria C.
Elizabeth, NJ
$42/hr • 15 yrs exp
I Am Gloria, I Have 3 Old Children And 2 Grand Children, I Love Them. I Am 51 Years Old
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as generous, honest and respectful
I like working with kids because before being nanny, I am a mother and I know what hard it is to be alone.
I'm looking for a job that we help each other, we have communication and respect between both parts.
I started working with kids when I was done with home...
Gloria can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Gloria was fantastic and I wish she could still care for my daughter! She is very kind, caring, and patient. She is always on time, takes initiative, and has gone above and beyond for my family. I never had to worry about my infant while she was in her care. Highly...
Sasha H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Kathleen. I am interested in positions such as babysitter, nanny, dog walking, housekeeping etc. I am a college graduate holding a BA in Sociology and a minor in Psychology and one course away from teacher of the handicapped certification. I have a work history of 18 years plus with the state of NJ. I have also worked...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We think the world of Kathleen. She is fantastic."
Heather F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a biology teacher looking for part-time work over the summer as a sitter, pet caretaker, house sitter, and/or tutor. I have 1 year of experience as a full time 8th, 11th, and 12th grade biology teacher, 6 years of part-time experience in elementary and middle school education, as well as 2 years of experience as a college...
Antoinette can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"You are getting a caregiver that is truly the "top brass" if you hire Antoinette. She was absolutely wonderful with my daughter, incredibly professional and reliable. I'll be hard pressed to find another caregiver that I'm as comfortable with. She's highly...
Pam D.
Sherese P.
Newark, NJ
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun Loving Childcare Provider Who Loves To Read And Enjoy Outdoor Activities
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a special education teaching. Currently, working with 3rd graders. The past 2 years I taught 2nd grade. Prior to teaching I was a paraprofessional for 7 years. I enjoy working and caring for children. Prior experiences with families includes preparing meal, schedule play dates, assist with homework, and light housekeeping...
Sherese can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sherese is an excellent caregiver. She is punctual, reliable, communicative, caring and responsible. Sherese has a calm, patient and gentle nature. I highly recommend her."
Alexandra G.
5.0
(45)
Hired by 81 families in your neighborhood
Professional individual who has years of experience caring for children. I have a 29 and 21-year-old of my own and have been caring for others for quite sometime. I am a certified substitute teacher in the state of NJ and am fingerprinted by NJ state, certified in adult and child CPR. I love children and will care for your child...
Tamisha can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Tanisha is a fantastic caregiver. We have hired her to watch our two boys (4 and 8), and she is continually reliable, friendly, responsible, and punctual. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for child care."
Michael B.
4.5
(2)
Hi, my name is Natalie and I'm 25 years old from union New Jersey, I have 13 years of experience with different ages of kids. I'm very responsible, independent, caregiving and more. My goal is to become a nurse, I graduated from UCC last year with associates science degree and my next step is to go to nursing school. I use to...
Natalie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & 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.
Carolina V.
Elizabeth, NJ
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Carolina. I'm a caregiver with over 3+ years of experience with children between the ages 4 months - 8 years old. I'm currently attending Kean University and I'm looking for a family that can accommodate my school schedule! I'm comfortable with pick-ups and drop-offs, meal prep, as well as light housekeeping and...
Carolina can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Carolina is just the best! She helped me part time during the weekdays with my daughter M. She developed a great relationship with my daughter and she absolutely adores her. Would always rehire."
Julia D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a 20 years old formerly from Plainfield, NJ, but I have lived in Baltimore, MD since attending college in 2019. I am a full time college student majoring in Nursing. I am the oldest of 4 children, and I have been babysitting for almost a year now, so I have some experience with children from newborn to 12 years. I am...
Zaniyah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Niyah only watched our baby boy for 3 days but she is so sweet. She was good with our dogs too. I will definitely use her again in the future if I need a sitter."
Katherine T.
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I found Sonia on care.com 8 years ago and she has been with me since. She has been truly a lifesaver for me and my family. She has seen my kids grow from toddlers through teenagers and they absolutely love her. She is trustworthy, reliable, honest and I love her...
Nancy L.
Jaslin C.
Perth Amboy, NJ
$17/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Jaslin! Im currently a full time Paraprofessional at an elementary Public School. I specifically work with children in Special Education but also have worked with children from infant-3rd grade. Previously, I worked as a Teacher Assistant at a Private daycare, non-smoker and have my own vehicle. I have my bachelors...
Jaslin can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"This was the first time I used an agency/website service, and I thought they were great. Jaslin was very prompt, and amazing. My son who is shy fell in love with her instantly. Jaslin put my worries at ease and made me feel comfortable with using her as a...
Christine C.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Colonia, NJ
Janine S.
5.0
Janine has been amazing with both my children. She is professional, patient and goes above and beyond to ensure she is providing excellent service. My children love her. She is hardworking and trustworthy!
- Lashell S.
Citlalli A.
5.0
Citlalli helped us for one weekend. She did a very good job to take care of my active 3-year-old girl. She is proficient in childcare and operated independently with minimal instructions.
- Yaping W.
Lucy D.
5.0
Lucy has assisted us with our housecleaning needs. She is efficient, reliable and friendly. We highly recommend her.
- Care member
Nyaja B.
5.0
Nyaja is great with my princess. I would definitely recommend her. She reads and plays with my princess. Also she is reliable and punctual.
- Tarrell J.
Tiiera B.
5.0
Tiiera is reliable baby sitter. She kept great communication with me and my husband. My daughter is 10 months and she took great care of her. We hired her twice and both times she came on time. She has a bubbly personality. Will hire her again.
- Iesha W.
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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.