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60 babysitters are listed in Highland Park, NJ
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Highland Park, NJ
Petra B.
Highland Park, NJ
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced Baby Sitter Have My Own Child Personal Experience
5.0
(1)
Hello everyone I have a 11-year-old son. I believe the best babysitting experience comes from having children of your own. I also worked as a babysitter in the past. I graduated from Rutgers. I am a caring babysitter that loves kids. I like outdoor activities as well as indoor board games =)
Petra can also help with: Travel
Cassie P.
Highland Park, NJ
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Kindergarten Teacher Available As Part Time Babysitter (Weekends & Summer)
I have been working as a caregiver for children for since I was in high school. I have worked for many years as a babysitter, a professional certified elementary school teacher, and as a private tutor. I am currently teach Kindergarten full time. I have a NJ State teaching certificate and a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood...
Cassie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
I have always been surrounded by children. Growing up, I used to watch my 2 years old and my 4 years old cousins while their parents were at work. Being around children is always fun and everyday you learn something new with them. I am currently working on getting my Health Science associates degree, the health area has always...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old. I grew up babysitting my younger brother and also babysitting a few of the younger kids in the neighborhood. When I was in high school, I also babysat for a few families in our local community. I continued to babysit part time throughout college and graduate school. Most...
Melanie can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm Jéssica, I am an honest person, caring and responsible. I've been taking care of kids for more than 7 years. For the last 3 years, I have been caring for infants as early as 5 weeks up to 15 months.
I love taking care of kids because it's amazing to see their development and learning with them in every phase, being able to...
Skills:
CPR
Luna L.
Highland Park, NJ
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
That's the first time to apply for babysitting jobs, but I had spent with children for a long time. And I really love to stay with kids.
Luna can also help with: Light cleaning
Meghan P.
Highland Park, NJ
$18-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Teacher Looking For Child Care Opportunities For The Summer
Working with children is my passion. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education and over 10 years of child care and teaching experience. I also have two children of my own, my daughter is 20 and is a student at Rutgers and my son is 16. I currently teach Pre-K in the Plainfield Public School District. I have experience with...
Meghan can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Hi! My name is Polly, and I'm a senior psychology student at Bryn Mawr College with several years of babysitting experience. I've worked with children from toddlers through pre-teens, in both babysitting and school settings. I'm CPR and EMT certified.
I genuinely love spending time with kids and getting involved in their...
Polly can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi there! I'm Aileen, I'm 25 and I am a Masters of Social Work student Rutgers. I'm a very caring person and have experience working in a long-term care facility in the activities department (so I know how to entertain!) and am looking for some extra money. I love children and have four years experience as a summer day camp...
Aileen can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Shin Moe T.
Highland Park, NJ
$22-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm a childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn, grow, and thrive. With two years of experience caring for children of all ages, I have the knowledge and skills to provide a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for your child.
I believe in fostering a child's development through play and hands-on...
Reena B.
Highland Park, NJ
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
1.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Reena and I am currently studying at Rutgers University on a child psych track. Ive always had a passion for engaging with children and helping kids learn and grow. I love to do arts and crafts with kids and I really never get tired of playing. I volunteered at a Montessori with children of ages 1-month-old to...
Reena can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
I am 32, an intensive care nurse specializing in babies. I am CPR and NRP certified. I am currently in school for my doctorate degree as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner.
Tamara D.
Highland Park, NJ
$18-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
One of my greatest experiences for childcare is my own sibling. With our great age gap I have cared and looked after him since birth until now at 12 years old. I of course also have experience looking after other children so I am pretty knowledgable.
Tamara can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Ashley R.
Highland Park, NJ
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi My Name Is Ashley And I'd Love To Help You With Your Childcare Needs
I like working with kids because I like watching them grow and change and learn and being part of that development plus I learn a lot from them and at least for me I find it impossible to be anything but happy around children
One thing you should know about me is I have volunteered with special needs children been a nanny and...
Ashley can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kaessa. I am Brazilian and moved to the USA as an au pair. I have over 5 years of experience with kids from 10mo to 13 years old. Now I study at Rutgers University! During my free time you can find me reading a book, going on walks with my husband and our dog or doing some pottery!
Skills:
CPR
Hello, my name is Patricia!
I'm a charismatic/kind individual and want children of my own one day. I would love to get some practice. In previous years I did book buddies with an adolescent (6 yrs old ) for a few summers. The interaction was well received from both the child and parent. It was from then I knew that I was the...
Skills:
CPR
Laura B.
Highland Park, NJ
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Laura and I'm a current junior at Rutgers University who is working towards Bachelors and Masters in Education. Getting to work with children in any capacity is truly a passion of mine. Since I was 14, I babysat three kids and would perform duties such as transportation, light house cleaning, cooking, tutoring,...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 7+ years of experience working with individuals with various special needs ages ranging from birth to 12 years old. I have years of experience babysitting. I have received numerous valuable training from my previous employers, specially being a certified chef I can quickly adapt and learn new things.
Gina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"My daughter loves her ! I refuse to let anyone else watch my daughter if she's not available "
Vanessa M.
Nicholas B.
Piscataway, NJ
$16-21/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am currently attending Kean University, where I am pursuing my Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education P-3 with a Teachers of Students with Disabilities Endorsement. I have experience teaching as well as being an afterschool coordinator. My hobbies are cooking, baking, and cleaning. In my free time, I love to listen to...
Nicholas can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Mr. Nicholas was one of the greatest baby sitters I had for my 2 boys. He has been with my family for 2 years and everyday my children couldn’t stop asking when Mr. Nick was coming back. He is patient, engaging, and entertaining! He helped out a lot with homework,...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have many years of experience caring for children of all ages. I am looking to obtain part-time babysitting jobs in the afternoon, evenings and some weekends. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds.
I want to be able to provide parents with comfort...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maria is fantastic! She provided evening care for our 3yo daughter S for 5 months, 3x/week (~12 hours). Maria picked S up from daycare, prepared meals, bathed her, and put her to bed before we arrived home late in the evenings. She was an extended member of the...
Victoria A.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Highland Park, NJ
Gina D.
5.0
We came all the way from Cali for a wedding, we needed a babysitter for the day. Gina was amazing and punctual the boys got along with her just great.
I would definitely hire her again once I'm back in Jersey!
- Eric P.
Nicholas B.
5.0
Mr. Nicholas was one of the greatest baby sitters I had for my 2 boys. He has been with my family for 2 years and everyday my children couldn’t stop asking when Mr. Nick was coming back. He is patient, engaging, and entertaining! He helped out a lot with homework, extra curricular activities, and...
- Care member
Maria S.
5.0
Maria is fantastic! She provided evening care for our 3yo daughter S for 5 months, 3x/week (~12 hours). Maria picked S up from daycare, prepared meals, bathed her, and put her to bed before we arrived home late in the evenings. She was an extended member of the family and very kind, patient with...
- Victoria A.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Highland Park, NJ:
How can I find a Highland Park babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Highland Park, 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 17 babysitters in Highland Park, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 3.0. 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 Highland Park, NJ?
The average rate for Highland Park, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $19.41 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 Highland Park, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Highland Park, 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.