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60 babysitters are listed in Dover, NJ
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Dover, NJ
Brittany D.
Wharton, NJ
$25-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm A Fun, Loving And Caring Person. I Currently Work With Pediatric Patients As A Medical Assistant
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Brittany. I'd describe my personality as kind, patient, caring.
I started working with kids when I was just 16 years old. In my spare time, I like to spend time with family and exercise as I like to stay active I believe exercise and mental health is very important. One thing you should know about me is I am very...
Brittany can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Brittany is very reliable and responsible. We trust her fully with all of our kids and our dog. She's loving and caring and we feel very lucky and blessed to have found her."
Lina G.
Diana S.
Mountain Lakes, NJ
$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi,
I'm looking for babysitting opportunities such as date night or weekends.
I have experience with ages 6 months - 10-year-old.
I have been working as a nanny/babysitter for about 3 years now and for the past 2 years I've been working as full time position taking care of four kids: 9yo, 7yo, 5yo and 2yo.
I have my own car and...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Diana is a sweet young lady, very responsible, flexible, reliable and charismatic. She has planty of experience so it made me feel confident. She did a fantastic job and I would highly recommend her. "
Care member
Debbie G.
Oak Ridge, NJ
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Debbie and I graduated college with a degree in early childhood education. I taught pre-k for 12 years and then took a leave from teaching to have my own family. I was a substitute teacher with the Jefferson Township Public Schools. I was a nanny for a family of 2 boys for 5 years until they both started public...
Debbie can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Debbie is by far the best nanny we have ever had. Punctually is amazing. Personality is beyond this world. She engaged with our daughter in ways that only someone who cares could.. she played with her, sang to her and had so much patience. You won't regret having...
Emelia K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with kids for over 15 years. I have worked in camps, homes, and schools. Among the many families that I have watched have been a family with four kids, including an 1-month-old and two dogs, and a family with 16-month-old twins. I am good with caring for multiple kids of different ages, picking up after kids are in...
Laura can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Laura babysat for my 10 year old one evening and looked after our extremely energetic dog on several occasions. She was terrific with both my daughter and the dog and professional and courteous with me and my husband. I would definitely recommend Laura as a top...
Theresa B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Melissa and I absolutely love kids! I am from Randolph, NJ. I am an occupational therapist in a public district. I am passionate about working with all children, especially those with special needs. I love doing arts and crafts, reading and running around with kids, but I am also here to help around the house with...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Melissa was fantastic watching over our son and was incredibly dependable from start to finish. I would strongly recommend her for anyone looking for a kind, caring, and responsible nanny. She communicated daily about when she was picking him up and any other...
Johanna F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am Olivia! I am a law student at Stetson University, and I have my undergraduate degree in criminal justice from The University of Alabama. I have years of experience in child care, as I was a camp counselor and cheer coach for kids ages 5-12 for four years. I have a younger brother who is 11 and have babysat him his...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Olivia is by far my favorite babysitter! If you hire her, you won't be sorry. She has a calming presence about her that my kids loved about her. They still ask for her months later after we moved. I liked that fact that she wasn't afraid to ask questions. I also...
Christina H.
Stephanie J.
Montville, NJ
$15-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Patient, Loving, Energetic, Proficient Caregiver With Over 16 Years Of Experience!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have over 20 years of professional experience in working with children (early childhood); both in formal and informal settings. I was a Lead Teacher in various Toddler classrooms, in which I was acknowledged and rewarded for my proficiency in emotional and behavioral management, as well as my ability to foster a safe...
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Stephanie has been our as needed baby sitter for our 18 month old daughter for over a year! She's professional and our daughter LOVES her! Stephanie is flexible and easy to reach. She often brings fun interactives for our daughter to play with during their time...
Hannah D.
Maahirah A.
Rockaway, NJ
$15-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
3.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 19 years old and live in Rockaway, NJ. I am currently pursuing my Associates at CCM. I have extensive experience with talking care of children. I love working with and teaching kids. I also have my own car with 3 years of experience. Experienced in babysitting and managing households for 5 years. Multi functional qualified...
Maahirah can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
5.0
"We had the chance to have Maahirah helping us with our daugthers for 6 months
She was great and the Kids liked her "
Marie C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have a associate degree in Early Childhood Education. I volunteered in a polish school and local church. I'm also a mother of a 14-year-old. I have experience caring for kids for all ages.
A little bit about myself. Born and raised in Poland. Been here for the last 29 years.
I'm first aid and CPR certified.
I'm available...
Alicja can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alicja is very punctual and friendly. She is great with the kids and tries to assist you how ever she can."
Crystal S.
5.0
(31)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have always worked with children and I love what I do. I started babysitting next door to help as a mother's helper. I went on to care for children in my neighborhood, , other child care centers, and a daycare as a Teacher and Substitute for five years. I have 3 children and a Maltipoo dog of my own. I babysit for local...
Rachelle can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Raye has worked with our family full time for over a year, and we have nothing but positive things to say about our experience with her. She watches our eighteen month old son daily, and he adores her. She is kind hearted, fun, and active with him. She takes him to...
Care member
4.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a compassionate, fun and loving mom who is looking for a position to care one or two children. I have experience as a nanny and I am also a registered nurse pursing my advanced practice degree. I have volunteered with a youth advocate program and JBWS caring for children of special circumstance. I find great joy in watching...
Shannon can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Shannon is a very responsible reliable lady. From my experience having Shannon care for my child she was remarkable. She has a passion for children. She is not only a great care provider. Educator & she is very passionate. "
Janice V.
5.0
(1)
I am an LPN and have been in the healthcare field for over 20 years. I am also a Navy Veteran. I am looking for a homecare position to supplement my per diem long term care nursing position.
Kate can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Kate is a diligent, organized, outgoing person who always goes above and beyond in her performance of any task given to her. Kate doesn't give up on a challenge and is committed to the work assigned to her."
Cindy F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Dear families and caretakers,
My name is Lauren, and I'm interested in being of help to a loving family as I finish the last year of my masters program. The past five years I have been the music teacher at a private, nonprofit school for students with complex multiple disabilities in Cedar Knolls. I have loved connecting with...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Lauren was my son's Friendship Circle buddy for years. My son is Autistic and having Lauren come and play with him every week was the best part of his week. We have also had Lauren babysit. Both of my kids love it when she comes over. I would highly recommend...
Danit R.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for years around the neighborhood helping out down to my family and baby cousins , I am one of seven and love big families and am incredibly comfortable in the environment . I am athletic and always willing to play with the kids ! I'm a non-smoker have my own transportation and have a clean drivers record...
Kimberly can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kimberly is sweet and a wonderful caretaker. She is a dependable worker and able to multitask to get everything done. "
Ashley P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Lauryn! I am a 3rd grade teacher looking to babysit over the summer while I'm off. Ideally a nannying job with set hours. I am 22 years old. I have a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from The College of New Jersey. I graduated in May 2023. I have experience as a camp supervisor and head counselor. I've...
Lauryn can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Lauryn is a very responsible babysitter. My children never wanted my husband and I to come home because they had so much fun. She is very polite and always respects my family and my home. She plays with the kids rather than just sitting there on her phone like my...
Michelle D.
Elaina C.
Landing, NJ
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Elaina, I just moved here from Phoenix, Arizona. I am currently looking to take care of children full time. In Arizona, I was recently employed with the Xplore program taking care of children after school. Before that, I worked with Special Ed. children for about 2 years. I helped them with their daily tasks...
Elaina can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Elaina was on time and was very sweet with the kids. Would love to have her come back ????"
Stephanie B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lydia and I am a 23-year-old sitter based in NE Ohio! I have around 8+ years of experience working with kids and I can genuinely say I have loved every second of it! I was a head counselor/teacher at the YMCA working in a classroom of about 15 kids ranging from the ages 1 1/2 - 5. I would create fun lesson...
Lydia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Lydia is a very attentive and responsible person. Always reliable and caring of others needs."
Nubia J.
Victoria S.
Denville, NJ
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked 8 years as a teacher of elementary school in my native country. I worked for 3 years in day care center in Clifton, NJ. I worked for 12 years as a coordinator in a children's diagnostic center. Now I am retired, and I live in parsippany, NJ. I am available for transportation to/from school/camp. Last 5 years I worked as...
Victoria can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Victoria was watching my son for 2 years prior us starting preschool. We could not be more happy with her and her outstanding care!
She is punctual, dependable and has a gift for caring for children. My son was looking forward for Victoria to come and every day...
Elena M.
5.0
(2)
Hey there! I am a fun, caring, patient, respectful and reliable babysitter. I always grew up babysitting for my neighbors and family friends. In college I babysat as a part time job. I am available and have a flexible schedule. I'm interested in the opportunity to make some extra money on the side and help out a family in need....
Victoria can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have known Victoria for 15 years and she watched my 3 children then. Now she handles pet and home care for me. She is trustworthy, honest , mature and compassionate, and a lover of both children and animals. I highly recommend her."
Jackie O.
Christine P.
Wharton, NJ
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Creative & Engaged Caretaker Provides Learning And Laughter
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have over 18 years experience with childcare, starting as a mother's helper at 11 years old, becoming a sought-after babysitter through my teen years, nannying in college, watching friends' and family's children, and recent experience as a full-time nanny. I have CPR and First Aid training for children and infants.
I worked...
Christine can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"CeeCee is absolutely amazing with our twin toddlers. She has endless energy and patience, she's creative with activities and super sweet in all her interactions with them. We feel totally confident leaving the babies with her and they're always exhausted by the...
Shawn C.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Dover, NJ
Brittany D.
5.0
Brittany is an exceptionally conscientious, warm and caring employee. She surpassed all of our expectations in the important care she provided our family. She always arrived on time, went above and beyond in her duties and treated our family with tenderness and respect. She was a great pleasure to...
- John G.
Diana S.
5.0
Diana has been working as our live in nanny for 2 years, and we’re extremely jealous of whoever gets her next. She has been a precious member of our family and her time with us has been invaluable to us as parents, and even more so to our 4 kids.
From the moment our kids first met Diana, they have...
- Anne A.
Debbie G.
5.0
Debbie is by far the best nanny we have ever had. Punctually is amazing. Personality is beyond this world. She engaged with our daughter in ways that only someone who cares could.. she played with her, sang to her and had so much patience. You won't regret having her in your home. She is the best!!!...
- Emelia K.
Laura D.
5.0
Laura babysat for my 10 year old one evening and looked after our extremely energetic dog on several occasions. She was terrific with both my daughter and the dog and professional and courteous with me and my husband. I would definitely recommend Laura as a top notch sitter.
- Theresa B.
Melissa T.
5.0
Melissa was fantastic watching over our son and was incredibly dependable from start to finish. I would strongly recommend her for anyone looking for a kind, caring, and responsible nanny. She communicated daily about when she was picking him up and any other updates that were good for us to know....
- Johanna F.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Dover, NJ:
How can I find a Dover babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Dover, 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 27 babysitters in Dover, 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 Dover, NJ?
The average rate for Dover, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $20.89 per hour as of February 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 Dover, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Dover, 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.