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Find babysitters in Hightstown, NJ that you’ll love
60 babysitters are listed in Hightstown, NJ
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Hightstown, NJ
Sarah O.
Princeton Junction, NJ
$18-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 2 years experience working with special needs children and 1 year working with neurotypical children as well.
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We have worked with Sarah for a year. She is an incredible human, reliable, kind, and trustworthy. My kid loves her and so do we."
Lorgia G.
Michelle R.
Englishtown, NJ
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have lived in Manalapan, New Jersey for 12 years of my life, and currently go to school at Brookdale Community College. I am available for the summers and have a lot of experience being around children and other kids. I am one of three kids and one of 15 grandchildren so I am always around other young kids that I have spent my...
Michelle can also help with: Carpooling
5.0
"We absolutely love Michelle! Highly recommended and amazing with all our kids."
Mildred S.
Melissa D.
Monroe Township, NJ
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 8 years of teaching experience in an elementary and middle school setting. I graduated from Rider University with a 3. 72 GPA. I have been babysitting children since the age of 12, almost 20 years of experience. I understand the needs and wants for children, as well as parents. I have reliable transportation.
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We interviewed Melissa and had her spend some time with our family before we hired her to watch our 3 children. She is very reliable and highly responsive. She is also open to the requests of the parents, and communicated very well with us when she had any...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Emily and I am 25 years old and am currently in my first at Monmouth University's Physician Assistant Program. I have over 8 years of experience with children ranging from infant to middle-school age. I have helped with morning routines, potty-training, bed-time and nap-time routines, activity transportation, meal...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Great to have as our summer sitter. Always on time and very helpful with the kids."
Stephanie P.
Stefanie M.
Monroe Township, NJ
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I have recently graduated from Rutgers University and received my Masters in Technology and Information Management. I currently work as an Project Manager for a tech company in central Jersey. When I'm not busy with work, I love spending time with kids! I have babysitting experience on and off throughout high school...
Stefanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Stefanie was such a blessing to our household. My boys kept asking when will they see Stefanie again. I'm looking forward to winter/summer breaks to hire her again!"
Margo M.
Caitlyn P.
Monroe Township, NJ
$37/hr • 5 yrs exp
Confident/fun Babysitter Available Mon-Friday Afternoons Starting At 1pm.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Caitlyn. I'm 25 years old and I have a license and car. I have previously babysat 3 boys (ages 2, 5 and 7.) I loved reading books to them and doing activities outside like riding bikes or playing catch. I would do house chores like cleaning up around the house, do the dishes and/ or making the kids dinner. I also have...
Caitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Caitlyn is responsible, dependable, trustworthy and punctual. Caitlyn took care of my two children (9 year old boy and 7 year old girl) after school everyday. She made them do homework, gave them food, drove them for activities and outings. She also spent time...
Divya A.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
It has been an absolute pleasure working with many different families and connecting with their children. I'm a Responsible babysitter with experience caring for children during weekends, evenings afternoons, winter break and summer. Skilled in creating fun, engaging, and educational activities, while demonstrating priority in...
Sinchana can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"I have a 2 year old daughter and Sinu has been her babysitter since last year. She is caring, patient and my daughter loves her! We had a couple other sitters in between and none of them matched Sinu's standards. When she is with my daughter I have the peace of...
Gerlando S.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Dear Parents,
I hope you and your families are safe and well during these challenging times. As a caregiver with years of experience in multiple families, caring for children ages 3 months to 17 years, my goal is the well-being of your children and the smooth functioning of your home. I am ready, willing and able to carry out...
Naomi can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
5.0
"Naomi is patient and kind with our child. She's very dependable and easy to work with. She's been very flexible with our schedules. I highly recommend her"
Michael P.
Jordan P.
Millstone Township, NJ
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked in childcare for over 10 years. I am accustomed to very active children and I've cared for infants as young as three days old. I am always looking for fun things to do with the kids! I have a very upbeat personality, I am a huge animal lover and I enjoy anything arts-and-crafts, or outdoors related. My last nanny...
Shila B.
Plainsboro, NJ
$22/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced, caring, and punctual nanny. I have more than 5 years of experiences in babysitting and more than 10 years in elementary school teaching. Currently I worked in a child care. I love kids. I also have a college degree. I speak English, cook and drive.
Shila can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a fun, caring, responsible babysitter looking to lend an extra hand to a loving family. Currently, I am studying for my Masters degree in Speech Pathology at Sacred Heart University. Studying at school has given me a unique and rewarding experience working with children. I have provided speech therapy to children under 5...
Juliana can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
I am a dependable professional, easy going and comfortable to be around; kind and fun. I am good at developing sound relationships with people; kids, seniors and yes, pets, as I have 2 dogs of my own. I also have babysitting experience, as I have four nieces and nephews.
I am seeking a steady part time position. My schedule is...
Barb can also help with: Travel
Nicole T.
Allentown, NJ
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
I have been working with children for as long as I can remember. My first job was retail at Gymboree! I then went on to work in multiple daycares and schools. I'm currently in my 3rd year teaching special education. I love playing and helping kids learn, it is absolutely a passion of mine. In my spare time I enjoy taking my...
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Lauren R.
Monmouth Junction, NJ
$15/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknight And Weekend Babysitting Jobs.
Hi my name is Lauren!
I am a young professional with 8+ years of experience in child care. I have spent most of my life working part-time as a babysitter and even spent a year as a full time nanny.
My experience ranges from taking care of infants to multiple sets of twins, toddlers, and preteens.
I am able to help with...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Safa A.
Robbinsville, NJ
$23-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
1.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Safa! I love kids and have had a lot of experience babysitting all ages! I would love to take care of your children and can't wait to meet you!
Safa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Olivia, a 22-year-old college graduate. I majored in Early Childhood Education and Special Education. I enjoy spending time with children of all ages. I have teaching experience and babysitting experience for multiple years. I was a dance instructor for 2 years and a summer recreation camp counselor for 3...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hi my name is Juliet! I am home from college for the summer. I am a fashion major and looking for a babysitting job. I have a lot of experience with kids. In addition to babysitting, I come from a large family and am always around kids! I am fully vaccinated and I have my own car. I am creative and love arts & crafts. I feel it...
Juliet can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
I have cared for my 7-year-old cousin for the past two years when my uncle and aunt have their date nights. I am also a tutor that works with middle and high school students. I want to be a teacher so spending time with children will help me gain experience. I have been babysitting an 11-year-old boy and 14-year-old girl for the...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Hi there! I have a lot of experience with kids from being a lifeguard, babysitting, nannying, camp counseling, as well as my most recent job being a behavioral counselor at a hospital and worked as a teacher for 2 and 2 1/2-year-olds. I counseled kids ages 4-18! I am very passionate about children's education and am looking to...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I currently have a bachelors degree in Elementary Education and I am an aide in a school district. I have no problem handling little ones and like to make their time both exciting and educational. Kids are sponges and can absorb anything around them. Please don't hesitate to ask any questions.
Victoria can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Hightstown, NJ
Sarah O.
5.0
We have worked with Sarah for a year. She is an incredible human, reliable, kind, and trustworthy. My kid loves her and so do we.
- Lorgia G.
Michelle R.
5.0
We absolutely love Michelle! Highly recommended and amazing with all our kids.
- Mildred S.
Melissa D.
5.0
We interviewed Melissa and had her spend some time with our family before we hired her to watch our 3 children. She is very reliable and highly responsive. She is also open to the requests of the parents, and communicated very well with us when she had any questions. Melissa cared for our 20 month...
- Care member
Emily P.
5.0
Great to have as our summer sitter. Always on time and very helpful with the kids.
- Stephanie P.
Stefanie M.
5.0
Stefanie was such a blessing to our household. My boys kept asking when will they see Stefanie again. I'm looking forward to winter/summer breaks to hire her again!
- Margo M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Hightstown, NJ:
How can I find a Hightstown babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Hightstown, 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 22 babysitters in Hightstown, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 Hightstown, NJ?
The average rate for Hightstown, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $22.23 per hour as of April 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 Hightstown, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Hightstown, 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 Hightstown, NJ babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Hightstown, NJ are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.