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60 babysitters are listed in Garfield, NJ
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Garfield, NJ
5.0
(1)
My name is Shai and I am a 2019 graduate of the University of Michigan. Throughout college, I taught Spanish to third graders at a local elementary school, and spent the summers nannying for a number of families on Nantucket. I worked as a camp counselor and lifeguard in high school, and have a CPR/First Aid and Lifeguard...
Shai can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Shai is a very competent, trustworthy, and responsible caregiver. He is energetic and engaging and a very positive presence for our children. He played board games and sports with them, and ensured they got their homework done each afternoon. He reliably picked up...
Paul B.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am currently working 32 hours a week with a 6-year-old deaf autistic boy who lives on Wall Street, and he is about to head back to school. Once he's back he sadly won't need me, so I am looking for a new full time position. His parents asked that I note "we will absolutely recommend you as the best nanny to absolutely...
Rebecca can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"When Rebecca left Boston I felt I lost my hands...
She is great with everything she is touching. Not only the cleaning was fast and superb, she put together and attached to the wall a foldable Ikea desk.
She helped me sort through the clutter and I was working...
Alena Z.
4.8
(4)
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"she's amazing with kids, funny and responsible "
brit A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Lucy, and I've been babysitting on the Upper West Side for 6 years. My clients always appreciate my reliability and my knack for adding a creative and theatrical touch to babysitting. I'm experienced with kids ranging from toddlers to 10-year-olds and can offer homework assistance as well as special support for...
Lucy can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"There is no one who will give your children or fur babies more love and attention then Lucy T! She is an expert in problem solving and is able to follow directions in detail. Not to mention she loves to have fun and take long walks. She is a very understand and...
Shaina L.
Sophia C.
Bergenfield, NJ
$16-21/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello Families! I Am A Former Preschool Teacher And Love To Help Kids!
5.0
(1)
Hello! I have many years of experience in babysitting and teaching kids as well. I come from a huge family with nieces and nephews ranging from 7 months to 2 years old. I am completely comfortable with taking care of any age and have more experience with infants and children up to 5 years old. I am a very good improviser and...
Sophia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sophia was hired to watch our baby on a regular basis. She has been punctual, reliable, responsible, and wonderful. My baby does not readily go to other people and happily goes with Sophia. The only reason we will be not continuing to work with Sophia regularly is...
Caitlin K.
3.4
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a long term caretaker for families for over seven years now. I have multiple references as well as Montessori education experience and knowledge. I am looking forward to introducing myself more and becoming apart of someone's family as a nanny.
Chelsea can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Chesea was always on time and supported my whole family. She was warm and friendly."
Lisa D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
To give you a little background about myself, I'm 30 years old, currently a grad student at Columbia University, living in downtown Jersey City. I'm an engaging and reliable individual who has about 15 years of babysitting experience, from newborns to teenagers. I'm the oldest of my siblings (twins included), and cousins,...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Olivia is great! She watched our four month old while we had a night on the town. It was our first time away from the baby, and Olivia calmed my wife down before we left. We returned to find a very happy baby :)"
Shiho B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Liza and I am 29 years old with 13 years of nannying and babysitting experience. I am looking for a full-time position around 7-8 a.m. to 3-4 PM, and possibly a weekend job.
Liza can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"she is the sweetest girl we have ever met, we are very thankful for all that she has done for us! the most reliable and trustworthy person you can come across. my girls and my family love this girl. and just let me tell you, consider it a privilege to have this...
Celeste C.
Diane M.
New York, NY
$35/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am currently enrolled in the Masters of International Affairs program at Columbia University, having previously obtained a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from Fordham University. For nearly six years, I have gained experience in babysitting and tutoring while balancing my studies and internships. As a freshman in...
Diane can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She is amazing. Trust worthy. Super responsible. She is our number one babysitter. So reliable and responsive. We love her!!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Delphine and I'm currently a college student at Sarah Lawrence College studying to get my Bachelors degree with a focus on Developmental Psychology and Music. I am 21 years old and have been babysitting since the age of 14. I have since babysat for over 4 separate families and love working with kids!
On top of...
Delphine can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Delphine was simply incredible with my super high-energy son. She played along with all of his silliness but made sure he stayed safe. She was reliable, responsive, and a pleasure to work with. We will absolutely hire her again any time she is available!"
Jessica L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My experience in babysitting has been on and off. I would babysit occasionally in high school for my mom's co-worker in the mornings for two kids. Duties would include helping them read, feeding them, and general activities. It was mostly 2011 when I had to care for my newborn nephew. I would work 3 days of the week from 6 a.m....
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Michelle is extremely reliable, caring, and sweet. She took care of my daughter during the first year of her life. I don't know what I would have done without her!"
Sarah W.
Christine W.
New York, NY
$30-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
I'm Too Young To Have Kids, But Children Are The Source Of My Joy!!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I enter every room with love and grace! Happy to bring ease to your life and help however I can! I'm a 24-year-old musical theatre actor living in Hamilton Heights. I've spent my entire life working with children, through camp counseling, teaching, and primarily babysitting. Additionally, I have four years of experience of...
Christine can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Christine for a week when our usual nanny was on vacation. She was fantastic. She made a quick bond with the kids and they easily felt comfortable with her. She handled pick ups, driving to activities, dinner, laundry and baths for the kids without any...
Caroline H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have an incredible amount of experience working with children of all ages. At Montclair State University, I gained knowledge on pedagogy, and how to manage children in grades K-6. I am currently enrolled in Montclair State University as a graduate students to receive a M. ed in T. O. S. D. (teacher of student with...
Emmarilis can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She is very professional and reliable."
Tapiwa C.
Jenny C.
New York, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have extensive experience in working with children in a professional capacity. My experience includes working in nurseries and also babysitting and teaching on a private basis.
I enjoy working with children and find it to be an extremely rewarding experience. I feel that I have all the necessary qualities that make a good...
Jenny can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Interviewed very well! The timing didn't work out for our family, otherwise we would have hired her in a minute! She was so warm with both the baby and dog. We're sad we won't have her close to our family.
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Julie L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! With four years of experience in the early childcare setting and two years working with special needs individuals under my belt, I would say there is not much I cannot handle. Despite my young age, I bring a responsible, caring, yet fun and engaging energy to any family! Prepped with sample lesson plans acquired during my...
Anna Gabriella can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Anna is a very responsible caregiver. She had to juggle multiple drop-off/pick-ups for my kids each day. She managed my 4 kids and was very playful with them. I would recommend her for a childcare position."
Michelle L.
Shelley J.
Cliffside Park, NJ
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.3
(6)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I have worked as a baby sitter for 2 years with the same family part time. I am currently working for another family during the weekend for the past year and for date nights. I am also employed as a teacher aide in the school for the past 12 years. I do have experience and reference. I have two children of my own. I am kind,...
Shelley can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Shelley is a very experienced caregiver, she is warm and have a hearty laughter that brings to the room so much joy! Would highly recommend her to any family~"
Xiaoyin L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My daughter was born in 2008 and my son in 2010. I teach them Hungarian, social skills, writing, counting, and painting. I make an effort to add elements of Hungarian culture to their American education. I am a native speaker of Hungarian and I speak English, too.
Timea can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Timea watched my 2 year old son for a few months and she was the best! She was always punctual and so good with my son. She did arts and crafts with him and took him to the park, sometimes twice in one day. She cared if he was eating enough and kept him...
Ana A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My first job was child supervision in a recreational center for children. I was homework helper for after school. Once homework was done, I supervised play time either in the computer lab, game room, or in the gym. For two years, I was also a camp counselor for 5 to 8-year-old girls. I would supervise children on various trips....
Toni can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"Toni has currently been watching my Toddler for nearly a year.
She is incredibly flexible and has never called out short notice.
Not only that, but on days she isn't around my son routinely asks for her. On the mornings after Toni has watched my son he...
Amanda M.
Aleeah M.
Bloomfield, NJ
$20-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am sociable and kind spirited and like to keep a positive energy going. I also love to work with and be around kids. I have two nieces and a nephew in which I absolutely love and adore. I love looking after them whenever I can. I am a family oriented person and am very artistic. I also make sure that anything that can help...
5.0
"Aleeah is really great with my 1 and 3-year-old daughters. I call her whenever my husband and I want to go out for date night since our kids love her so much. She feels like a part of our family. She is reliable and trustworthy, and I would definitely recommend her...
Hesanna M.
Jenna G.
Nutley, NJ
$10-35/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there :) My name is Jenna and I am a full time NICU RN 3 days a week. I am looking to help out families in need of newborn/child care on my days off. Looking for a family with flexibility due my scheduled shifts varying week by week. Looking to assist a family 1-2 days per week. I specialize in newborn care all the way...
Jenna can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I had Jenna watch my two year old son and she was amazing! She helped if I needed around the house because being a nurse I have a busy schedule! She plays with him, feeds him and has him bathed and ready to go to sleep by the time I get home! Such a great help and...
Danielle R.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Garfield, NJ
Shai W.
5.0
Shai is a very competent, trustworthy, and responsible caregiver. He is energetic and engaging and a very positive presence for our children. He played board games and sports with them, and ensured they got their homework done each afternoon. He reliably picked up our sons from school every day,...
- Paul B.
Rebecca S.
5.0
When Rebecca left Boston I felt I lost my hands...
She is great with everything she is touching. Not only the cleaning was fast and superb, she put together and attached to the wall a foldable Ikea desk.
She helped me sort through the clutter and I was working along the way together, and she...
- Alena Z.
Flora D.
5.0
she's amazing with kids, funny and responsible
- brit A.
Lucy T.
5.0
There is no one who will give your children or fur babies more love and attention then Lucy T! She is an expert in problem solving and is able to follow directions in detail. Not to mention she loves to have fun and take long walks. She is a very understand and kind caregiver and will work with your...
- Shaina L.
Sophia C.
5.0
Sophia was hired to watch our baby on a regular basis. She has been punctual, reliable, responsible, and wonderful. My baby does not readily go to other people and happily goes with Sophia. The only reason we will be not continuing to work with Sophia regularly is due to a scheduling conflict. She...
- Caitlin K.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Garfield, NJ:
How can I find a Garfield babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Garfield, 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 35 babysitters in Garfield, 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 Garfield, NJ?
The average rate for Garfield, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $19.89 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 Garfield, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Garfield, 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 Garfield, NJ babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.3 / 5
Babysitters in Garfield, NJ are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.