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60 babysitters are listed in Highlands, NJ
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 8 years
Babysitters in Highlands, NJ
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Yasemin and I am 26 years old! My job experience of 8+ years range of children between the ages of 12 weeks to 14+ years old. I started off babysitting within the family and then family friends, etc. I am very passionate and focused on all my responsibilities. I am all about togetherness, health, and the well...
Yasemin can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Yasemin is here every time she said she'd be here, she is very sweet & is great with our son. We're happy to have met her! Finally we have a reliable babysitter!
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Danielle C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! . I am a very reliable and patient person who has had years of experience caring for children of all ages. I'm currently an elementary school teacher.
About Me:
-I have 7 years experience babysitting.
-I have taught Kindergarten and First grade.
-I have tutored children of different ages and disabilities.
-Over the...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am the parent of two daughters, ages 25 & 28. I stopped working to raise my children and to start an electrical contracting business with my husband. While at home with my girls, I became very involved in their schools and volunteered for years as they were growing up. I have cared for several children in the past until they...
Loreen can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jennifer M.
Monmouth Beach, NJ
$15-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I've been working with kids since I was 13 started at a camp I used to help out at , grew into appreciation and love for young kids , I as well as animals have always sat for my neighbors who have said I have a knack for working with kids although I chose not to finish and graduate college my major was childhood education I...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Jennifer is extremely caring and thoughtful!! She's been with us for 4yrs and our boys love her.
She loves to keep them occupied with crafts, going out to the park and even educational games. She also helps us with picking them up from school when my wife and I...
Chris M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have two toddlers of my own and I am currently a Preschool teacher that works with children ages 2-3. I have a degree in speech pathology and took courses in childhood development. I am available to help on weekends :)
Julie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Personable and professional. Helped me out when my scheduled babysitter fell ill. Stepped in with short notice and a great attitude. My 7 year old, and 16 month old, liked her very much. Two thumbs up!"
Arlia W.
Gianna M.
Holmdel, NJ
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate, Responsible, Professional, Trustworthy, Kind, & Patient.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Gianna! I have a passion for childcare. I am a compassionate, intelligent, clean, timely, responsible, loving, nurturing, caring, rational experienced babysitter/nanny who aims for perfection. I provide professional, excellent & reliable childcare service, always. About me: 11+ years of professional childcare...
Gianna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gianna has been working with my 11 month old son weekly for the past 6 months and she has been wonderful! She is very dependable, and is always on time, and is very engaging with my son. He absolutely loves spending time with her! I would highly recommend Gianna."
Stephanie N.
Nancy K.
Belford, NJ
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time Caregiver For Children Or Elderly, Running Errands, Pickup Or Drop-Off
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been a preschool teacher for 17 years. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I'm looking for part-time jobs. Over the past few years, I have driven children back and forth to school and camp, I have babysat for children before and after school, I was a nanny for 5 years and I enjoy watching little ones forr mom and dad's date...
Nancy can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nancy is awesome! We loved her. She was punctual everyday, and worked with our crazy schedules. We thank her, and if our need ever arises again, she's the first person we would call!"
Tara H.
Caroline S.
Long Branch, NJ
$15/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love children and enjoy teaching, crafting, reading.
I have been a nanny to infant and older children. And I'm a mother of a 7 years old girl and a 10 years old special needs boy.
Caroline can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Very very nice and is really sweet. Extremely dependable and reliable. Always on time and goes above and beyond for my son."
Dorothy A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Amanda and I am 24. I am going into my last semester of nursing school and love to help people in need. I love kids and have prior experience from younger cousins, babysitting family friends as well as working at a daycare for the past 3 years. I am CPR certified, as well as having a clean driving record.
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"My kids love her and she is a great asset to our family. I would recommend her."
Karyn P.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of grown children. My career was not in childcare but I have had much experience working with children. Along with raising my three children and being very involved with all their activities I taught CCD (Sunday school) for 14 years. In doing so I had to go through all state mandated child abuse and safety courses....
Nicole can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Nicole is wonderful and such a help to our family! We have worked together since my son was 4 months old. It is very clear to me that working with babies and children is a passion. She has demonstrated tremendous responsibility in taking care of our baby and going...
Jaime R.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Jennifer! I currently work for the state as an internal investigator with The Department of Children & Families. I am always available on nights/weekends!
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Jen is wonderful, and we are lucky to have found her to babysit our son (and our bulldog). Jen is eager to help straighten the main living areas (without being asked) and kitchen while babysitting - it is so nice to come home to an organized living space and know...
Kristen B.
5.0
(1)
I have 6 years of experience with kids(04months - to 6 years old). I was also a teacher assistant in the infant class.
I'm very easy-going, reliable, and trustworthy. My goal is to provide your family the support and reliable care. I usually do tidying for the kid's rooms, laundry, assist in potty training, bathing, and meal...
Beatriz can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Bia is great! She babysat my daughter a couple of times this year, very easy going, caring and punctual. She works for our neighbors and sometimes would watch my daughter with other kids also."
Anna M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always worked with children, I am a Portuguese teacher.
I am certified in CPR.
I speak Portuguese, English and Spanish.
I am a nanny for a long time, I have excellent references and I love working with babies, I am organized, careful, attentive, trustworthy and punctual.
Rosana can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I've had Rosana as my babysitter for 2 months now for a few days of the week and she's excellent. Besides the help that she provides by playing, changing, feeding, and stimulating my 15 mos old baby, she's extremely reliable and trustworthy. I feel completely at...
Mindy K.
4.5
(2)
I've been a childcare provider for over a decade because there's no better feeling than nurturing children's growth and development. My patient and creative nature allows me to make a positive impact on their lives. I communicate openly with parents using their preferred method, and I'm very comfortable enforcing household...
Brianna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Brianna watched my 3 children, I also had her watch our Dog. Very friendly and my kids love her .
They always ask for Bri, when we go out.
Very responsible and caring."
Jacqueline S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Fun-loving, warm, flexible (future) graduate student seeking a family (or families) to work part-time for while I go back to school. I am starting a masters program at Monmouth University in September.
Childcare experience: I worked as a teacher at a daycare for 3's and 4's from July-Nov in 2023. Prior to this, I worked as a...
Isabella can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Bella was awesome. She filled a hole for us between school and the start of camp and it was like having our very own camp counselor. The kids instantly took to her and even said they loved her more than our long term sitter. She was communicative, on time, and on...
Cristin C.
Kristin S.
West Long Branch, NJ
$27-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Kristin! I am 30 years old and a mother to a 4-year-old girl and a 3-year-old boy. I just finished working for a family who found me through care. com. They said they would be glad to be used as a reference and let you know everything I have done for their family! I have always loved children and have worked in...
Kristin can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Hi Parents we hired Kristen for 2017-2018 and on going basis. We absolutely love her! She is very dependable, safe, handles tween and siblings situations calmly. She is very honest which I so admire and will ask you how you would like to deal with situations and...
Kanan G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello families. My name is Gabriela, I am 30 yo and I've been working as a nanny/babysitter for the past 6 years I have plenty of experience with all ages and I'm infant qualified as well.
I am looking for a full-time position for September.
I always had my life surrounded by children, in Brazil I took care of my brother from...
Gabriela can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Gabriela for a date night tonight. She was very punctual and our 2 boys age 8 and 11 loved her! We will definitely be asking her back in the future!"
Jeanne M.
Cynthia F.
Atlantic Highlands, NJ
$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
Babysitter, Elder Care, Shopping, House-sitting, Dog-sitting, Errands
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Cynthia F. I'm 63 years old.
I am the mother of four girls. Their ages are: 31, 27 and twin 26-year-olds. I have watched children since I was 15 years old. After many years of being employed with Delta Airlines, I left to raise my four girls, I now am in the position to once again babysit, as my children are...
Cynthia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Cindy is terrific with my children. She's looked after my son and daughter for more than 3 years, starting from when they were very young. She is kind, patient and very reliable. She goes above and beyond and you can rest easy knowing she is looking after your...
Rose C.
Jacqueline S.
Long Branch, NJ
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for an autistic child for over 20yrs, I have also cared for the elderly. Caring for others is my passion and knowing that I can make them feel better about them selves. I'm currently looking for full-time or part-time care giver positions.
Jacqueline can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"We have used Jacki for about four months now beginning when our daughter was only 3 months old. Jacki is caring, loving, punctual, and mature. She was incredibly flexible as we went from no schedule to changing schedules as our daughter's needs changed. We also...
G J.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Hailey, im 23 years old & and young sahm mom! looking to help with date nights/ special occasions or frequent babysitting! , I am a prior military service member in the navy & currently attend ODU. I have been babysitting for sometime now and decided to join care. com to expand. I love what I do and give it my...
Hailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hailey did a babysitting job for my date night out! She was very attentive, showed up early , cooked dinner for the kids and put them to bed. She was great and I’m looking forward to having her again! Definitely recommend! "
Anna S.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Highlands, NJ
Yasemin A.
5.0
Yasemin is here every time she said she'd be here, she is very sweet & is great with our son. We're happy to have met her! Finally we have a reliable babysitter!
- Danielle C.
Jennifer M.
5.0
Jennifer is extremely caring and thoughtful!! She's been with us for 4yrs and our boys love her.
She loves to keep them occupied with crafts, going out to the park and even educational games. She also helps us with picking them up from school when my wife and I work and are unavailable.
She...
- Chris M.
Julie L.
5.0
Personable and professional. Helped me out when my scheduled babysitter fell ill. Stepped in with short notice and a great attitude. My 7 year old, and 16 month old, liked her very much. Two thumbs up!
- Arlia W.
Gianna M.
5.0
Our girls love Gianna. She is very kind and patient always.
- Danielle G.
Nancy K.
5.0
Nancy is awesome! We loved her. She was punctual everyday, and worked with our crazy schedules. We thank her, and if our need ever arises again, she's the first person we would call!
- Tara H.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Highlands, NJ:
How can I find a Highlands babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Highlands, 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 14 babysitters in Highlands, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Highlands, NJ?
The average rate for Highlands, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $20.86 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 Highlands, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Highlands, 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.