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60 babysitters are listed in Dunellen, NJ
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Dunellen, NJ
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Alexa and I am 24 years old living in Mountainside, New Jersey. I have experience with children all ages, and can provide multiple references if needed. I have a car and a perfect driving record too. I describe myself as responsible, creative, enthusiastic, and amiable. I love to get creative with fun activities while...
Alexa can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I would highly recommend Alexa. She was very attentive to the children's needs and did a great job. "
Ali H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am Jessica. I am a Occupational Therapy Assistant right now at Irvington School district. I have experience working with both regular and children with disabilities. I have been babysitting over 10 years now. I have an understanding of food allergies and I have been educated on administering an EPI Pen. I am a strong...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jessica was our baby's nanny over the summer. She took great care of our 4 month old baby. Jessica was very kind, thoughtful, caring, and engaging with our baby. It was wonderful having Jessica as our nanny."
Prajakta S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Shikha and kids have been such an important part of my life as long as I can remember. I have 2 wonderful nieces (ages 4 and 6) who I have watched since the moment they were born. I have about 2-3 years experience working in a daycare/summer camp with infants - 5-year-olds and I also worked at The Children's...
Shikha can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
(3)
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, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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.
Jessica V.
Scotch Plains, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Jessica. I am 31 years-old. I love caring for children and seniors. I feel that caring for them is the best job I can have. I am very responsible, reliable, and have a lot of patience. I have a run nursing degree. I have been caring for children and seniors most of my life, will care for them as if they were my...
Jessica can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Dear Jessica V.
Thank you for the time and consideration.I appreciate having had the opportunity to speak with you about your experience in related babysitter. Your resume is quite impressive and shows great potential for you in the working world. Sorry that it...
Maria-elena V.
Cindy T.
Somerset, NJ
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Cindy, I'm a junior at Rutgers University. I love kids and I'm looking to find a nice family to help out whenever needed. I have experience working at a daycare center for 2 years and I have volunteered at elementary schools after care programs. I also have 4 of years experience babysitting through Care. com! I...
Cindy can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"If I could rate her above a 5, I would !!
Extremely dependable, patient and responsible. Cindy has been helping babysit our son for almost 3 years now and honestly we couldn’t be more grateful. She makes an effort to actually do some fun activities with him ,...
Ashwaty M.
Gina P.
Scotch Plains, NJ
$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Patient, Reliable ,organize, honest, fun Great Cook And Excellent Housekeeping Skills
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
A little about me and my believes...
I have always known that any career that I chose would involve children. Being a Nanny/babysitter allows me to not only be surrounded by children but to use my skills and experience to help them develop into happy and healthy kids.
I believe the one thing that a care giver needs above all...
Gina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Gina is warm ,Kind ,professional and always on time ,and she put us at ease with constant updates about our kids activities through the day. She is extremely knowledgeable in all things kid related.
Highly recommend!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm 26 years old and I currently work as a registered nurse. I love my job as a nurse, but I would love to be able to work with children of all ages. I have been babysitting since I was 13-year-old, kids of all ages. I have changed diapers, played, made dinner, handled baths, and put kids to bed. I currently work full time as a...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Allow me to introduce myself- My names Jade, I am a compassionate individual with a diverse range of skills and experiences. Over the past seven years, I have immersed myself in the world of child care, honing my abilities to nurture and engage with children. In addition, I possess two years of invaluable experience in...
Jade can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jade is a very smart, caring and dependable person that loves working with children and will make sure your child is safe while under her supervision. She is also a very hard-working college student!"
Shane D.
Nicolina D.
Colonia, NJ
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have my masters degree in speech language pathology. I love kids and I am looking to help out with babysitting or driving to camp/activities. I have a new car with a clean driving record. I am extremely punctual and reliable. I'd love to hear from you to discuss your needs!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently only available for occasional coverage or a once-a-week need. I work 40 hours per week and not looking to add anything regular to my schedule!
If you need a temporary tutor, date-night or back-up sitter, or help with a one-time event. I can be available!
I tutor, coach tennis, caretake for children and...
Layla can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have 3 girls ages 9,5, and 18 months and they fell in love with Layla immediately! She is great at playing with the girls, tidying up, putting the baby down to sleep & preparing dinner. You can tell she has plenty of experience as she needed no direction and made...
Adrianne B.
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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & 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.
4.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
HI! I am a 28-year-old professional, bilingual Nanny. I have 10+ years of experience working with children from infancy to teenagers. I've taken care of every child I've worked with as if they were my own because I truly understand how much trust it takes for a parent to put them in my care. I managed to do pod sessions if...
Sandra can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Sandra is amazing at what she does! She has natural mommy mode inside of her. She's great with kids! I have a big family of 6 children and 1 infant. She was an awesome mother's helper, when hired. She's very organized and always filled with activities to do. Very...
Jennyfer C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Part-Time Caregiver Available
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Stephanie was on time and super sweet. I was able to interview her before the date and was very happy. I can't wait for my husband and I to have another date night and have Stephanie babysit again."
Alejandra L.
Jazmin R.
Edison, NJ
$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I love interacting with and caring for children. I do have past experience working with kids. I grew up looking after my younger sister, younger cousins, and I've babysat children in my neighborhood from time to time. I worked at a day care where I primarily cared for 2-3-year-olds and some ages above. I am certified...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jazmin is truly become apart of my little family! I'm a first time mom and needed child care for my 3 month old in September. She quickly adapted to the routine I had established for my daughter. Also, she was very honest, up front and communicative. She even took...
Krystalle T.
Monique D.
New Providence, NJ
$25-26/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Monique and I'm a nanny in search of a full-time position. I am from Brazil and I've been living in the U. S. since 2016; I first came as an au pair and decided to continue my studies here in order to find better opportunities for the future. I studied some periods of nursing school in Brazil and also...
Monique can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I can't say enough good things about Monique. She has been a lifesaver during this pandemic and took on additional responsibilities. She is on time, strong communication skills, takes the kids on adventures, helps them with schoolwork, is great with them at the...
Julie D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Growing up in a family with many younger cousins and close family friends, I babysat a lot! This has lead to me nannying for various additional families throughout the years. I have experience working for a vet as well, which helped me care for those families animals also. I am looking for a part-time or full-time job that will...
Dina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We recently just hired Dina for after school child care for our 7 year old daughter. She is SO helpful, flexible, and best of all our daughter absolutely loves her! She helps our daughter do her homework and they are always playing or doing some type of arts and...
Margaret K.
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, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Samantha is a lovely person who is always trying to help out I am very grateful for her."
Care member
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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel
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.
Kate J.
Chatham, NJ
$17/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kate, and I am going to be a sophomore at Boston College in the fall. I have lots of babysitting experiencing including a variety of ages. I can help with housekeeping, organization, cooking meals, and laundry. During the summer I live in Chatham, NJ.
Kate can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Dunellen, NJ
Alexa C.
5.0
I would highly recommend Alexa. She was very attentive to the children's needs and did a great job.
- Ali H.
Jessica D.
5.0
Jessica was so great with our 5 year old son and you could tell she had years of experience with kids! She came prepared with games and fun activities to keep him engaged and busy. She prepped him for bed and he was asleep by the time we got home. He told us in the morning he had a lot of fun and we...
- Patricia M.
Michelle B.
5.0
Michelle has babysat my infant from when he was born till now. He is 7 months and we still use her multiple times a month. She is great with him, plays with him, feeds him, rocks him to sleep and meets all his needs. I would highly recommend Michelle if you are looking far an attentive, punctual and...
- Courtney F.
Jessica V.
4.0
Dear Jessica V.
Thank you for the time and consideration.I appreciate having had the opportunity to speak with you about your experience in related babysitter. Your resume is quite impressive and shows great potential for you in the working world. Sorry that it didn't work out for you with your...
- Maria-elena V.
Cindy T.
5.0
If I could rate her above a 5, I would !!
Extremely dependable, patient and responsible. Cindy has been helping babysit our son for almost 3 years now and honestly we couldn’t be more grateful. She makes an effort to actually do some fun activities with him , sometimes help him with school work...
- Ashwaty M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Dunellen, NJ:
How can I find a Dunellen babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Dunellen, 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 16 babysitters in Dunellen, 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 Dunellen, NJ?
The average rate for Dunellen, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $20.06 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 Dunellen, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Dunellen, 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 Dunellen, NJ babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Babysitters in Dunellen, NJ are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.