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Babysitters in Garwood, NJ

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Adriana K.


Clark, NJ

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

3.0

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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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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.

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Jacqueline C.


Elizabeth, NJ

$45-63/hr9 yrs exp

Creative And Fun But Also A Sitter You Can Count On!

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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & 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.

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Maggie K.


Plainfield, NJ

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

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: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
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.

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Joyce K.


Kenilworth, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Professional Nanny Available With 20 Years Of Experience

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, light cleaning, craft assistance
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...

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Nikia D.


Newark, NJ

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available

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, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Nikia is an extremely warm, loving caretaker. She has looked after my daughter B. full time for the past year, staring when she was 3months old. Every time I come home, my daughter has a clean diaper, an adorable outfit on, and a big smile. Nikia is very...

Mollie C.

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Gabrielle C.


Madison, NJ

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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.

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Alyssa G.


Staten Island, NY

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"If I had to describe Alyssa in three words I would use dependable, responsible, and trustworthy. She has the ability to provide exceptional care, carry out household tasks, and form bonds with the children she cares for. Speaking from personal experience, Alyssa...

ada F.

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Kathleen K.


Clark, NJ

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

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:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"We think the world of Kathleen. She is fantastic."

Heather F.

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Samantha P.


Hillside, NJ

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Date Night, Weekday Or Weekend Nanny

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: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"I have two daughters, my youngest has Autism. Sam is always on time, has excellent communication skills (always able to reach her), her own vehicle, has no issue staying late, and is wonderful with both my daughters. She is an absolute pleasure and am so pleased...

Soma S.

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Carolina A.


Cranford, NJ

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

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:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Carol is caring and patient. She was always on top of our daughter's feeding and nap schedule. She started working with us when my daughter was 10 months old and her energy has always been positive, cheerful and soothing. I work from home, so I hear them laugh,...

Diego G.

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Monique D.


New Providence, NJ

$25-26/hr6 yrs exp

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, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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.

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Brianna L.


Orange, NJ

$15-17/hr9 yrs exp

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.

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Shanique W.


Orange, NJ

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Loving Babysitter Who Wants To Lend A Helping Hand

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm Shanique-a dedicated caregiver with 5 years of nanny experience, extensive babysitting know-how, and 2 years as a teacher assistant, caring for children from 2 months to 14 years old. I prioritize your child's safety by staying current with vaccinations and creating a secure, nurturing environment. With my reliable...
Shanique can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
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.

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Nyaja B.


Perth Amboy, NJ

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Professional Child Care Provider

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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
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.

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Emma M.


Rahway, NJ

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Seasoned Sitter Looking For Work Asap

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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Very friendly, great with kids, trustworthy."

Dana A.

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Nairy N.


Elizabethport, NJ

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Hi My Name Is Nairy ! I Am The Oldest Of Four Siblings ,I Love Animals And Kids. I' A Child At Heart

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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

4.0
"Nairy was punctual, kind and helpful. She was sweet and engaging with the children. They looked forward to seeing her each week and enjoyed playing with her. Since we only saw her once a week, we didn't get a lot of time with her to give a more detailed review,...

Tami G.

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Joe L.


Cranford, NJ

$10-25/hr7 yrs exp

Engaging Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've been a passionate camp counselor and Care. com babysitter for over 7 years. I have First Aid/CPR certification, college education in child development, and a BS degree from Rowan University. I have babysat for three families through care. com over the past year. I drove the kids to and from school and activities, prepared...
Joe can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Joe was very professional and kind when meeting our child and proved to be an excellent communicator while we were out. There was no fuss when we returned, and our kids had a good time with him as well!"

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Karla C.


Watchung, NJ

$25-27/hr10 yrs exp

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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Kiara O.


Roselle, NJ

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Or Full-time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Kiara. I am currently a college student and I am looking to work Part-time or Full-time. I enjoy children a lot being that I have a lot of younger family members, so I was always designated as the "go-to sitter". I have an open availability and I am willing to help out! My favorite things to do are arts and...
Kiara can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My little one loved spending time with Kiara. She was always on time and completely dependable. I recommend her to anyone."

Jacqueline L.

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Jessica V.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

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, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Garwood, NJ

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.

Jacqueline C.

5.0

Jackie is great! She's been so good with our young sons (ages 10w & 19mo). I trust her entirely

- Linde K.

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.

Joyce K.

5.0

She is very caring, professional, responsible, and punctual. She was very flexible when asked. Even though my mother could not speak English, she was able to have special ways to communicate with my mother and made her feel so comfortable.

- Care member

Nikia D.

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 stood out; she was very knowledgeable...

- Joy X.

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