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60 babysitters are listed in Dayton, NJ
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Dayton, NJ
4.9
(7)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am not available to take on new families at this time.
I am a fun and creative person who loves working with kids. I enjoy being active and like to encourage the children to do the same. Since I am creative, I can easily come up with fun activities like games and arts and crafts to get children involved and keep them...
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Danielle has been an incredibly wonderful babysitter for our family. She is responsible, thoughtful, and adapts easily into a new environment. She is also flexible, and the first time she babysat for us she even took care of an extra child, my friend's daughter,...
Jennifer P.
Kristina J.
Somerset, NJ
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Kristina, I hold a masters in fine arts. I've worked with kids from ages 5-15 and I'm first aid/CPR certified. I also have experience watching and caring for dogs for about 7 years. For 5 years, I worked as a counselor and specialist at a children's youth theatre camp, so I know a ton of goofy games! My family has an...
Kristina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Minyette T.
Princeton, NJ
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
I am a High School Graduate. I live in Princeton. Aside from having my own daughter I have experience with children ranging from ages newborn to preteen. I am a very responsible and reliable person. I look forward to hearing from you.
Minyette can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Minyette is very reliable and dependable. My 9-year-old enjoyed spending the day with her. I wouldn't hesitate to hire her again."
Jay C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a wife and a mother of three adult children. I love children and I am a Montessori teacher. I taught children from 5 to 13 years old, French and Arabic languages in elementary school for over 15 years. I am trilingual; I speak French, Arabic and English fluently. My experience allows me to connect with children and help...
Mervat can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Mervat has our highest recommendation! She has been taking care of our son after school for the past two years (age 4-6), including driving him to various activities and tutoring him. She is like another mother to our child and like another family member to us. She...
Trinna J.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Caitlin, I'm a 22-year-old recent college graduate with my Master's degree in occupational therapy! I'm currently home living in East Windsor, NJ and am studying for my occupational therapy state boards exam this summer. I have worked with kids since I was 15 years old, including being a camp counselor, daycare...
Caitlin can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"I interviewed with Caitlin. She was on-time, very professional, and my daughter Casey loved her immediately. She is very friendly and I can't wait to work with her!"
Kaitlyn E.
Melissa D.
Monroe Township, NJ
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 8 years of teaching experience in an elementary and middle school setting. I graduated from Rider University with a 3. 72 GPA. I have been babysitting children since the age of 12, almost 20 years of experience. I understand the needs and wants for children, as well as parents. I have reliable transportation.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We interviewed Melissa and had her spend some time with our family before we hired her to watch our 3 children. She is very reliable and highly responsive. She is also open to the requests of the parents, and communicated very well with us when she had any...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old, for children between the ages of 1 to 16! I have worked with children in many capacities: tutoring, youth theatre, summer camps, church services, and in-classroom assistance. I'm passionate about encouraging creativity and imagination in kids, and I am skilled in coming up with...
Alison can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Alison has been our babysitter since she started out 5 years ago. I have 3 children (2 boys and one girl) and Alison is always their first choice when we need a nighttime sitter as well. She is fun interactive, and creative with the kids. I trust her driving my...
Megan M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I have a CNA license and experience caring for large families, twins, and children with special needs. I am the eldest of seven and started babysitting for my younger siblings, three of whom are low-functioning autistic and two of whom are twins. Outside of my family, I have cared for children ranging from 4 months to 18 years...
Barbara can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Barbara is our babysitter and pet sitter and we couldn't be happier. We have a very high energy family with two dogs, two cats and two young children (ages 3 years old and 6 months old) and Barbara always brings a sense of calm to our house. Our dogs are...
Jennifer F.
4.8
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a second grade teacher in Somerville, NJ, but live in Somerset. I love kids, I have been working with them for years and would love to meet you and your lovely family and help out in any way I can. . I was a lifeguard for 6 years, have my Master's Degree, and have experience in Customer Service and Childcare. My...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"Samantha is a lovely person who is always trying to help out I am very grateful for her."
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Nicole, I'm 27 years old. I'm the oldest of four girls and I believe that's where my love for children and care giving stems from. I have 13 years experience, 7 of those years paid and the other 6 were volunteer in a church nursery and as a Sunday school teacher, working with children from 6 weeks to 10...
Nicole can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nicole has been nannying (full time) for our 2 year old daughter for over 6 months now and she has pretty much become a part of our family. Nicole keeps our daughter engaged with neighborhood walks, cooking, singing, and arts and crafts (always coming up with the...
Melanie R.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Jo and I'm in my final year of university currently. I have a Bachelor's in Political Science and am getting my Master's in Elementary Education with a specialization in Special Education. I have been working with youth either as a camp counselor, teacher, or babysitter. Childcare and teaching are my passions and I would...
Jo-ann can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Jo is the best babysitter you can find, she is caring, patient, responsible and punctual. Kids like her very much and can't wait for another time with her. When she came first time, she instantly made a connection with the kids (a boy of age 2, and a girl of age...
Herbert M.
4.8
(5)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I currently work part-time in the school district transportation during the school year with children/special needs on a daily basis for the last 17 years. I am fully vetted with the Board of Education. I live in Manalapan with my husband and daughters, We also have two dogs. As you can see from my reviews, I have experience...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Mary is a blessing to my family. It's our first time hiring through care.com and Mary definitely made this very easy us. My son loves Mary, every time she comes is a joy. Very helpful and trustworthy. I have a lot of peace of mind doing my work knowing that...
Nike A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently an elementary physical education teacher in North Brunswick. I am 39 and have been teaching for 16 years. I have many years of experience with children. I also am a step mom. I took twin boys on full time many, many years ago because my husband has full custody. I have been babysitting for years now and absolutely...
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Heather was an excellent caretaker and someone you can trust with your children. She also loves pets. She was very thorough sending me texts to keep me aware of different things."
Christine M.
Sofia S.
Kendall Park, NJ
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Child And Family Therapist Looking For Part-Time Child Care Position
3.7
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a dedicated mother of grown children who are very well adjusted, active, and successful in their daily lives. I currently work with children who have been adopted. I develop and implement plans to help them transition and adjust in a healthy manner. I adore babies and enjoy interacting with children of all ages. Due to my...
Sofia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sofia is wonderful. She is punctual, communicative, and sweet with the kids. Can't wait to use her again!"
Talia F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 7+ years of experience working with individuals with various special needs ages ranging from birth to 12 years old. I have years of experience babysitting. I have received numerous valuable training from my previous employers, specially being a certified chef I can quickly adapt and learn new things.
Gina can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"My daughter loves her ! I refuse to let anyone else watch my daughter if she's not available "
Vanessa M.
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Aida. 46y. o. I am a mom of 3 kids. They are school students. Reliable, kind, energetic and trustworthy. Non smoking.
Aida can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Aida is amazing and I highly recommend her. My son had many babysitters, but he'd never ask him to visit any of them until he met Aida. She's caring, reliable, and trustworthy. She treats my son as if he's hers. Please don't even think twice before hiring her and...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
*Childcare sharing / homeschool family* I am an experienced special education teacher who has temporarily left the field after having my 1st daughter in 2021. I have worked as a case manager, curriculum developer, teacher, empowerment coach, daycare provider, babysitter, and nanny over the past 15 years. I have an Associates...
Nicole can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Our son had a school event at a water park and we needed someone who would be willing to go down all the slides with him. We hired Nicole and she did an excellent job entertaining him and making sure he had a great time. She got on his level and engaged him in...
Phillip B.
Alison V.
East Brunswick, NJ
$40-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced (10+ Years) Nanny With Master's Degree In Psychology
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
In my 10+ year career as a nanny, I've had the privilege to work with a diverse array of children and families. My background in Psychology (Bachelor's and Master's degree in Psychology) gives me unique insight into child development and behavior. I am an energetic, focused and kind child care provider who believes in acting as...
Alison can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
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, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel & 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.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Claudia. I have a 16-year-old boy . I love working with children . I am responsible, mature, loving, playful and honest. I have more than 15 years of experience in taking care of infants to 13 years old. I worked at a child care center in New Providence, NJ for more than five years. Also , I did work for different...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Claudia is mature, patient and very kind with my rambunctious children. She focuses on playtime and learning, and isn't the kind of babysitter that would plop your kids in front of a TV screen. She coordinates mealtimes with the kids too."
Jessica R.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Dayton, NJ
Danielle F.
5.0
Danielle has cared for our 20 month old a few times now and has been consistently fantastic! Most recently, my daughter had just come down with a cold and was particularly clingy/tearful and Danielle handled it beautifully. Highly recommend!
- Caitlin D.
Minyette T.
5.0
As parents of an adventurous yet shy toddler, Minyette came to our rescue and left a memorable impression. Her calm and caring nature instantly eased our worries.
Minyette's proactive communication was a game-changer. Her proactive check-in kept us updated on our toddler's activities and...
- Jeannie H.
Mervat G.
5.0
Mervat has our highest recommendation! She has been taking care of our son after school for the past two years (age 4-6), including driving him to various activities and tutoring him. She is like another mother to our child and like another family member to us. She is extremely dependable, caring,...
- Trinna J.
Caitlin M.
5.0
Caitlin was amazing and helped us feel very comfortable leaving our children in her care! She was prompt, flexible, knowledgeable, and very caring with our kids! We look forward to using her service again! Many thanks.
- Erica A.
Melissa D.
5.0
We interviewed Melissa and had her spend some time with our family before we hired her to watch our 3 children. She is very reliable and highly responsive. She is also open to the requests of the parents, and communicated very well with us when she had any questions. Melissa cared for our 20 month...
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How can I find a Dayton babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Dayton, 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 8 babysitters in Dayton, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.0. 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 Dayton, NJ?
The average rate for Dayton, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $22.62 per hour as of March 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 Dayton, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Dayton, 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.