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5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a freelance childcare provider. I tend to children ages three months to 12-year-olds. I've been working in the education system and providing childcare for families for the past 6 years.
Niya can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel
5.0
"Niya is great for our girls. Sometimes she's with both at the toughest part of the day, dinner, bath and bed and she is seamless and patient no matter what. She is fun and willing to be on the floor in interactive play or drawing with them, and since they are...
Julie S.
Adriana K.
Clark, NJ
$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Adriana :) I've been a sitter throughout high school, college, and over the past few years. I was a lifeguard for 10 years, as well as a certified EMT for 8, which ensures my ability to maintain vigilance and always be prepared to manage any situation that presents itself. Your child's safety and comfort is my...
Adriana can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Adriana was great each time our family hired her to babysit. She's great with kids and always has something up her sleeve to pull out when the kids can't figure out what to do. She always showed up a few minutes early and asked questions about the kids to make sure...
Erin M.
Daniela M.
Millburn, NJ
$20-34/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Daniela ,Your Kids Are Going To Be Safe And Have Fun.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always been working with kids, because I love them. I was an Au pair for 2 years in NYC. I took care of a 15-month-old baby and 4-year-old twins.
Back in my country (Ecuador) I was a volunteer teaching music for kids with special needs. I also was a member of a Star Wars fan club, where I had the opportunity to do...
5.0
"Daniela is a loving, kind, creative, responsible, and intelligent woman. I had the honor of having Daniela care for the most precious things in my life, my children. There is no character limit that can fully capture what a positive impact Daniela was on our...
Gene D.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi!! I'm Naomi.
-I am 25, with a BA in Criminal Justice, and minor in Public Administration.
-I've worked in childcare for nearly a decade and I love it. Let me help where it counts!
-General availability- M-F 3:30pm- 7 a.m. next day
(available for overnight care regularly. flexible with weekends or outside hours per...
Naomi can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Naomi was employed as a summer camp counselor for the past 5 years and has always kept the children safe, entertained and engaged in positive activities. She easily takes initiative to go above and beyond her duties and shows great leadership qualities. Naomi is...
Angela S.
Maggie K.
Plainfield, NJ
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Nice to meet you! My name is Maggie and I have 4+ years working with children and adolescents in various settings. Primarily, I have been working at a therapeutic middle and high school for students ages 10-18 who suffer from various mental health diagnosis. During my time here, I have helped aide students academically as well...
Maggie can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Worked with Maggie for interim childcare needs and she was fantastic! Communicated well, punctual, and my 2.5 year old daughter was very comfortable with and enjoying when Maggie came to watch/take care of here. Thank you, Maggie!"
Maxine B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm your future nanny extraordinaire! With a zest for life and a passion for fostering creativity and laughter, I'm all about turning ordinary moments into unforgettable adventures for your kiddos. Let's embark on a journey filled with fun, growth, and endless smiles together!
Jacqueline can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Jackie is great! She's been so good with our young sons (ages 10w & 19mo). I trust her entirely"
Linde K.
Joyce K.
Kenilworth, NJ
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full-Time Professional Nanny Available With 20 Years Of Experience
3.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children for the past 20 years, with a specialty in providing care for newborns and toddlers, although I have had a wide range of experience with children into their teenage years. I always strive to provide a loving, educational and pro-active environment for children, with special attention directed...
Joyce can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Joy is an absolute joy. She is incredibly empathetic & caring, and simply wonderful with kids. She has such a kind heart and our daughter had so much fun playing games with her. Joy was incredibly accommodating. We really lucked out finding her when we needed...
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I attended Long Island University. My major was Early Childhood Education with a minor in Dance. As of right now, I have over 5 years experience in child care and a couple of months experience teaching toddlers dance. If you are looking for someone who is a team player, possesses the need to be a leader and most of all a hard...
Nikia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Our family was pursuing a nanny share when we found Nikia. We loved her personality right away - very communicative, responsive, and even-keeled. Her experience both at a professional daycare (Bright Horizons which is very rigorous in procedure) and as a nanny...
Joy X.
Alyssa G.
Staten Island, NY
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
I have recently graduated from my Masters of Education in General and Special Education program. As a child caregiver, I provide a nurturing and safe environment for children to learn, play, and grow. With a keen sense of responsibility, creativity, and patience, I aim to foster a positive and engaging atmosphere where children...
Alyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Alyssa is an extremely loving, compassionate and hardworking young woman. Whether it is caring for children, especially those with special needs, or even her elderly grandmother, she treats everyone with such kindness, respect, love and patience. She is dedicated...
Amanda G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Kathleen. I am interested in positions such as babysitter, nanny, dog walking, housekeeping etc. I am a college graduate holding a BA in Sociology and a minor in Psychology and one course away from teacher of the handicapped certification. I have a work history of 18 years plus with the state of NJ. I have also worked...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We think the world of Kathleen. She is fantastic."
Heather F.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have four younger siblings and have loved watching them for years. I am a sophomore in college and have my own car to drive myself to and from your home. I am Red Cross certified and CPR certified. I would love to chat further about how I can assist you!
Gabrielle can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ms. Christie is a wonderful person and truly cares about each one of my kids (there are 9 of them). She takes care of them when they are sick and has a flexible schedule. She also voluntarily helps out around the house with cooking and cleaning. My kids adore Gab...
Catherine M.
4.3
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am 31 with an undergraduate degree. I am the oldest of four children and was always taking care of my younger brothers, while my parents had to work. I have worked for several wonderful families over the past 11 years with children ranging in ages between 4 and 17. I enjoy playing with and watching younger children and also...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
3.0
"I was disappointed that this caregiver could not meet with me. At first she stated she would make the time available for a specific date we agreed to, but on follow up, stated it would be easier for her if we moved the time, and the location, closer to her home...
Rosalyn N.
Carolina A.
Cranford, NJ
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've been working full time with children for the last 5 years. It's great to be a part of their life and their development. About myself, I am 30 years old, I am very patient, calm, I love sharing stories with the kids, I encourage them to express themselves thru art, or music, crafts and drawing. I know how to swim and I'm...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Carol has been an absolute gift to our family for the past year. She has provided exemplary care to our son since August 2021. Our son has thrived with Carol. He is excited to see her every morning and loves to spend time with her. Carol is caring, patient, warm,...
Kimberly C.
Brianna L.
Orange, NJ
$15-17/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Brianna. I'm 21 years old with more than a decade of experience of being with children. I've have worked with children all ages. I am currently CPR certified and I'm also a registered medical assistant. I am not currently in school so I have an open schedule.
Brianna can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
5.0
"Brianna is a very reliable individual. She's also always punctual and communicates well. She currently takes care of my two children by picking them up from school and dropping them home. Brianna does take her job seriously and is never late. My daughter's both...
Kimlyn J.
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: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Nyaja, and I'm dedicated to providing exceptional child care. With experience as a School-Aged Child-Care and Teen Program Coordinator at the YMCA, I understand the importance of nurturing and enriching young lives. Currently pursuing a master's degree in Social Work, I offer a unique blend of knowledge and empathy in...
Nyaja can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Nyaja is great with my princess. I would definitely recommend her. She reads and plays with my princess. Also she is reliable and punctual."
Tarrell J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Shanique, a dedicated caregiver with a passion for working with children of all ages. With 5 years of experience as a nanny, extensive babysitting know-how, and 2 years as a teacher assistant, I've had the privilege of nurturing kids ranging from 2 months to 14 years old.
Your child's safety is my top priority;...
Shanique can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Shanique was awesome with my preschooler. My daughter keeps asking me to have Shanique return. So glad I found someone dependable and on time. I was able to go on an interview and secure a job because of Shanique!"
Cassandra K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a 30-year-old based here in Union County (Rahway). I have years of experience in childcare, my most recent position being a co-teacher of a Reggio style based classroom in a private school in Mountainside; previously, I worked as a 'guide' at a private school called Acton Academy. Years of experience in alternative...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very friendly, great with kids, trustworthy."
Dana A.
Nairy N.
Elizabethport, NJ
$10-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi My Name Is Nairy ! I Am The Oldest Of Four Siblings ,I Love Animals And Kids. I' A Child At Heart
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello I'm Nairy !
I am fun loving, responsible and reliable! I have experience working with children through a number of my volunteer roles and work including babysitting. I am in my second year of college majoring in psychology. I speak Fluent English and Spanish!
I really cherish the moments where I can help families...
Nairy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nairy was prompt, energetic and communicative. She was very responsible and caring with the kids, would hire her again no reservations!"
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Karla C.
Watchung, NJ
$25-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Karla. I have experience working at a daycare in Warren for 3 years. I also have worked for plenty of families on care. com. I have 2 wonderful children a girl and a boy. Ages 10 and 7. I'm very flexible and reliable . I'm currently looking for a part time job from any time 9am-2 p.m. . Hope to hear from you soon !
Karla can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Karla helped my family with after-school care for my 6 year old & 1 year old sons, helping with homework, food prep for dinner and snacks for school the next day, as well as some light housework such as laundry, dishes, & wiping down the counters. Karla was always...
Jennifer O.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Garwood, NJ
Niya B.
5.0
Niya is great for our girls. Sometimes she's with both at the toughest part of the day, dinner, bath and bed and she is seamless and patient no matter what. She is fun and willing to be on the floor in interactive play or drawing with them, and since they are toddlers they tend to ask a lot of an...
- Julie S.
Adriana K.
5.0
Adriana was great each time our family hired her to babysit. She's great with kids and always has something up her sleeve to pull out when the kids can't figure out what to do. She always showed up a few minutes early and asked questions about the kids to make sure she had any extra details she...
- Erin M.
Daniela M.
5.0
Daniela is a loving, kind, creative, responsible, and intelligent woman. I had the honor of having Daniela care for the most precious things in my life, my children. There is no character limit that can fully capture what a positive impact Daniela was on our family. There are so many rich memories...
- Gene D.
Naomi T.
5.0
My family loves her. She's the only one we allow to watch over our children which our 10 yr son has Autism and he adores her. Our daughter's also connect with her and when we come home, our children are filled with wonderful stories about how their day/night went while she baby sits. It feels good...
- Rodney B.
Maggie K.
5.0
Worked with Maggie for interim childcare needs and she was fantastic! Communicated well, punctual, and my 2.5 year old daughter was very comfortable with and enjoying when Maggie came to watch/take care of here. Thank you, Maggie!
- Maxine B.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Garwood, NJ:
How can I find a Garwood babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Garwood, 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 10 babysitters in Garwood, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Garwood, NJ?
The average rate for Garwood, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $22.20 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 Garwood, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Garwood, 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.