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60 babysitters are listed in East Orange, NJ
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in East Orange, NJ
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Certified Baby Care Specialist with 10 (10) plus years' experience in infant and child care. Very responsible, trustworthy, mature, punctual, emotionally intelligent, excellent educational and personal background, friendly personality with fantastic communication and interpersonal skills. Baby or infant will be in safe, capable...
Latacha can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Latacha was referred to me by friends she worked for and I am so grateful they did. I have two children and Latacha has cared for both of them from newborn to toddler. She is patient, competent, loving to my kids and overall so easy to work with as well as...
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4.8
(5)
My name is Flora and I've been a babysitter for the last 3 years professionally. I'm currently in college and I find enjoyment in child care. I like to provide a safe environment and do activities that encourage growth. Like crafts and arts, read stories, an play sports. I also do indoor and outdoor activities. I'm open to do...
Flora can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"She's really nice and gets the job done."
Makenbi R.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am Sharifa. I'm a cheerful and vibrant mother of two children. I have earned a college degree in Visual Communications and have always found a way to transfer my skills as a creative. I have worked at a community library on several programs that included reading with young children, building legos, and completing...
Sharifa can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I can’t say enough great things about Sharifa! She is a good listener and takes great care of my 3 month old (while also entertaining my toddler). She has a calm and sweet demeanor, and I’m confident my baby is in excellent hands with her. She is puntual,...
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5.0
(1)
I can Provide complete care for children in the employer's home and perform all tasks that correlate to the care of the children. Creating a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment in which the children can thrive and develop.
Lucia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lucia has been nannying for my toddler for almost 6 months now and I cannot recommend her enough! She is very experienced, responsible, nurturing, energetic and makes the safety of our daughter her top priority. She goes above and beyond her responsibilities every...
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Luca L.
East Orange, NJ
$25-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hi my name is Luca. I am 24 years old, I have 2 beautiful kitties and a leopard gecko. I have been caring for children for 5 years as a nanny and as the oldest of 2 sisters. I have a lot of experience working with infants and toddlers, but also with older kids and young teens. I spent 2 years nannying a 6-year-old boy with...
Luca can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Luca was an amazing caregiver to our two boys. He’s energetic, caring, and extremely thoughtful. He helped with our 8 and 6 year old but he would be great with any age grouping. He helped a ton with homework, kept the boys entertained, was an amazing chef and...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Thank you for considering me to help care for your children! My name is Eustacia; Growing up in a single parent household as an only child has always been my personal reasoning for providing childcare and assisting families. In my opinion, being a part of a child's village is one the most fulfilling acts of life. My childcare...
Eustacia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is always on time, does great with getting my little one to eat lunch (which is a problem sometimes) as well as napping. She's awesome!"
La'zahria P.
4.5
(2)
I'd describe my personality as adventurous, reserved, and diverse.
I like working with kids because it's something different everyday and I love to know I can be apart of someone's childhood.
I'm looking for a job that challenges me and brings out the kid in me.
I started working with kids when I was 13 years old with family...
5.0
"Plays with the kids, and even cooks them dinner. Communicated with me throughout my date night and kept them on schedule!"
Alicia B.
Pauline R.
East Orange, NJ
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been in this field for over 12 years, and it is still what I do for a living. I just love it and the kids seem to love me. As testament for it, I am still very close to my former employers.
Pauline can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Pauline is currently our nanny and she is absolutely wonderful. She has 15 years of experience and 7+ years with us, and is now looking for afternoon/evening work in the Maplewood and South Orange area, as we transition from full-time to part-time care. She is...
Jennifer H.
4.7
(5)
As a natural caregiver, I've always been drawn to helping children learn and grow. With 7 years of childcare experience, I have a proven ability to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. My patient and calm demeanor, combined with my creative and imaginative spirit, allows me...
Nonkululeko can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Leko is a rockstar of a nanny!
Proactive and communicative she was a huge support as I transitioned back to work from maternity leave. She takes a ton of initiative reminding me to pump or when to restock the baby’s favorite foods. She treated my 9 month old baby...
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Dee F.
East Orange, NJ
$23-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as very patient, loving, gentle, kind & fun individual.
I have years of experiences with Children from Newborn up and seniors.
Kids are just angels sent from above. I enjoy seeing them smile, happy and giving them the best care possible. I am too a parent and that's every parents job to provide...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Having Dee as a sitter was amazing. She was caring and very attentive. She took care of my 1 month old baby for 5 days and would send me updates and pictures of how my baby was doing. She made sure my baby was fed, cleaned and comfortable. Honestly 10/10 I would...
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Linda M.
East Orange, NJ
$25-38/hr • 4 yrs exp
4.8
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Linda. I have been taking care of children for over 19 years ranging from new borns to teenagers. Being a mother of two myself, I understand the delicate and warm aura clients seek. Child care is a beautiful privilege that comes with many roadblocks and I would love to be the entrusted extra working hand many...
Linda can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Linda has a great heart she's very considerate dependable hardworking reliable and trustworthy for me those things are very challenging to find in people now as days so I believe she will not disappoint. "
Michael M.
Antonia L.
East Orange, NJ
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Kind And Fun Caretaker, Experienced With Children, The Elderly, And Pets
5.0
(1)
I have helped many friends and family members with their children over the years. I have also worked professionally with people in need of care in nursing homes and dogs of all shapes and sizes.
Antonia can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Toni was so helpful in caring for my little toddler throughout the day while I was working. We all know how much covid ruined our lives, and being at home working while my toddler was around was extremely stressful, but Toni was able to keep my little guy...
Jennilyn L.
Hello everyone,
My name is Olga. I have experience working with children for more than 10 years. I occasionally babysit for families who need a day off or would like to take some time to self care. I'm currently a school social worker and I love my job.
Olga can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old. I have experience with children ages 6 weeks-13 years old. I love being around children, and watching them grow.
Tiara can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Cassandre R.
East Orange, NJ
$22-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Part Time Including Weekends Babysitter/Tutor And Pet Care Provider
I am an enthusiastic person with an optimistic outlook on life and people. I am very good with children and pets. I can do pretty much any task upon instruction. I can handle a household with multiple children and pets. I am patient, caring, kind and honest. I also have a sense of humor and I am athletic in order to better...
Cassandre can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hi!!
My name is Sade S, 27, and I live in East Orange NJ as an aspiring CPA. I have approximately six years experience in childcare, where I have worked with kids as young as 8 months old. I am also CPR certified. I love nature, long walks, reading, arts and craft and science (I actually have a bachelor's degree in Physics). I...
Hi, my name is Daphney and I am a licensed social worker in NJ. Part time, I am a youth therapist. I work with children to help them learn how to manage emotions. I also with with children with developmental disabilites and work with them on developing ADLs and decreasing aggressive behaviors. I am looking for extra work and...
Daphney can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Michelle M.
East Orange, NJ
$25-50/hr • 20 yrs exp
Hello, My name is Michelle
I am a loving caring well rounded honest person, and I take my jobs very serious as I've took a roll in the Nanny position for the last 20 years! I love taking care of kids and treat them as if they are my own.
My name is Noemi and I'm a single mom of a 3 years old boy. right I'm looking for an extra income. I hvae experience with new borns and toddlers. But I can help picking up kids from school or child care and help with homework. I have my own transportation.
I'd describe my personality as caring, trustworthy and honest.
I started working with kids about 4 years ago.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in East Orange, NJ
Latacha B.
5.0
Latacha was referred to me by friends she worked for and I am so grateful they did. I have two children and Latacha has cared for both of them from newborn to toddler. She is patient, competent, loving to my kids and overall so easy to work with as well as professional. I highly recommend her!
- Care member
Flora D.
5.0
she's amazing with kids, funny and responsible
- brit A.
Sharifa H.
5.0
I can’t say enough great things about Sharifa! She is a good listener and takes great care of my 3 month old (while also entertaining my toddler). She has a calm and sweet demeanor, and I’m confident my baby is in excellent hands with her. She is puntual, dependable and even leaves the house...
- Care member
Lucia S.
5.0
Lucia has been nannying for my toddler for almost 6 months now and I cannot recommend her enough! She is very experienced, responsible, nurturing, energetic and makes the safety of our daughter her top priority. She goes above and beyond her responsibilities every day. She is an absolute gem!
- Care member
Luca L.
5.0
Luca was an amazing caregiver to our two boys. He’s energetic, caring, and extremely thoughtful. He helped with our 8 and 6 year old but he would be great with any age grouping. He helped a ton with homework, kept the boys entertained, was an amazing chef and helped to run our household. We were...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in East Orange, NJ:
How can I find a East Orange babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in East Orange, 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 55 babysitters in East Orange, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.3. 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 East Orange, NJ?
The average rate for East Orange, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $20.65 per hour as of April 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 East Orange, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in East Orange, 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 East Orange, NJ babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.3 / 5
Babysitters in East Orange, NJ are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 40 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.