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60 babysitters are listed in Hopatcong, NJ
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Hopatcong, NJ
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a middle school science teacher looking to help with summer care! I have spent my summers watching children of all ages. My availability is open during the week- I am looking for about 25-30 hours. I am willing to help out occasionally on weekends and date nights. I love to be outside and I am an active sitter open to day...
Alexandra can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hired Alex to care for our 5/6 month old and have been thrilled with the job she has done. Would 100% recommend her for any nanny/babysitting/infant care you need."
Zack G.
Barbara C.
Hopatcong, NJ
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
4.2
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey everyone! I'm Barbara! A little bit about me: I'm currently in college as an Elementary education major. I've been working with kids since I was 19. I first started off working with 1st graders at a summer camp, I was their group counselor and I absolutely loved every second of that job. Of course since it's a summer camp, I...
Barbara can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Barbara was one of the sweetest and most loving nanny’s i have ever met. She is very punctual and rest assured she will keep your child occupied on free days and assist educating your child on school days. She is also very open with communication and has plenty of...
Care member
I have an Associate degree in Elementary/Secondary Education and I am currently finishing up my Bachelor's degree in Educational Foundations for Elementary Teachers. I hope to be teaching Kindergarten within the next few years! I worked at Little Achievements Child Care Center in Landing, NJ as a Childcare Provider from February...
Kathryn can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Vashti A.
Hopatcong, NJ
$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
As a compassionate and experienced caregiver, I'm passionate about supporting families and providing reliable childcare solutions. With three years of experience, I've worked in a mother-baby unit at a hospital and have a history of babysitting. My calm and creative personality allows me to connect with children and foster a...
Laura V.
Hopatcong, NJ
$15-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm a caring and experienced childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn, grow, and develop. With one year of experience, I'm confident in my ability to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for your child!
As a naturally patient, calm, and creative individual, I strive to make every day a fun...
I like working with kids because I want to be a role model to them like my sitters were for me. I love seeing kids grow and learn in a supportive and fun environment which I know I can provide.
I'm looking for a flexible job for my schedule. I am in high school and I play lacrosse so games can interfere with times I can...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Isabel Y.
Hopatcong, NJ
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have personally been babysitting since the age of 13-14 years old. I have taken care of children from the ages of newborn to preteen. I have taken care of 3 children at a time, and can prepare meals, change diapers, play with the kids, and much more!
Isabel can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
I have seven years of experience as a babysitter; six of those years were spent with an excelent family. My values and principles have made me a unique person.
I am esponsible, punctual, organized, kind, Honest, friendly, loving, creative, and possessing a strong sense of belonging to the families with which I have worked. I...
Dunia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
Hi my name is Diana. I graduated from The Artistic Academy in Morris Plains, NJ. I am a Licensed Esthetician. I am originally from Mount Olive, NJ, but reside in Hopatcong, NJ. I speak both English and Spanish very well. I have had a couple of babysitting jobs throughout high school and college providing transportation for...
Diana can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Amanda R.
Hopatcong, NJ
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Amanda and I am a 23-year-old college student. I graduated from Sussex County Community College in May of 2021 with an Elementary/Secondary Education degree, a Psychology degree and a Child Development Specialist certificate. I currently commute to Montclair State University where I am working towards my...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Laurie. I'm 45 years old, I have a son who is 5 years old. I have a college degree in early childhood education. I also have 30 years experience working with children of all ages. I currently work as a nanny for a family in livingston. I worked at a child care center for 10 years. Then another for 7. Also...
Laurie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Hi my name is Sarah! I have a lot of experience working with and taking care of children of all ages. I have worked in daycares as well as watching children from the comfort of their own home. I have experience working with children who are diagnosed with ADHD, Autism, Asperger syndrome and other mood disorders. I currently have...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
For the past 10 years I have dedicated my time working with students with special needs and disabilities. I have two grown sons and I am looking for employment where I can engage children and watch them strive.
Rosmery G.
Hopatcong, NJ
$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
hello daddies and mommies; My name is Rosemary, I am Dominican and I am the mother of a 15-year-old boy. I have 9 years of experience taking care of children and the truth is that it fills me with satisfaction to do so. I speak Spanish and English. I can say with some pride that in my years of experience I have never had any...
Rosmery can also help with: Meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Maria O.
Hopatcong, NJ
$22-24/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Culinary arts, graduate student. I love working with children; their inquisitive attitudes and loads of energy make them a joy to be around. I am responsible and dependable, but also fun and energetic. With me, your children will have fun, playing and learning. I have experience and am comfortable with newborns to young teens;...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Isabella G.
Hopatcong, NJ
$15-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello my name is Bella I have 1 year experience working with kids. I am looking for a full time position preferably Monday to Friday 7:30am-4:30 p.m. I have experience working in a daycare and babysitting. I love taking care of children, playing with them, I love pets. I'm a kind person and I enjoy my work. I also have a car if...
Isabella can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Maureen and I am a mom of 3 grown children, my youngest just graduated college in May. I am a retired elementary school teacher with a Masters in Education. I love children of all ages and am looking forward to being a nanny/ babysitter as my next career step. I can help with homework, help with meal prep, drive...
Maureen can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Maureen has been absolutely wonderful to my family. I wish I had met her years ago. She has cared so wonderfully for our newborn son, she is great to our dog, and my older children love her as well! "
Erin M.
Krystyn D.
Mount Arlington, NJ
$25/hr • 20 yrs exp
Experienced Baby-Sitter Looking To Provide Full/Part-Time Child Care.
4.6
(13)
Hired by 23 families in your neighborhood
Hello. My name is Krystyn, and I am a mother of two with 25+ years of childcare experience, working with different families, around New Jersey. The care of children is a very special and sometimes trying job, but as a mother myself, I have the experience and patience to make it work, happily. I am certified in CPR/ First Aid and...
Krystyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Krystyn was a huge support system for us as we welcomed our first child, especially as I transitioned from maternity leave back to work full-time. She was a jack of all trades that helped us with everything including caring for our newborn, watching over our dog,...
Care member
Bonnie R.
Randolph, NJ
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Determined To Provide Wonderful Care To Your Child On A Part-time Basis.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for over 36 years. While I do not have my own children, I hold the children in my heart that I do work with near and dear to my heart. I have babysat for newborns to teenagers. I also specialize in working with children or adults with special needs. Sometimes I can be available upon short notice. I am...
Bonnie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Bonnie is an exceptionally dedicated and talented teacher. She successfully tutored our daughters (who are both autistic) for their Bat Mitvahs. She comes up with great ideas for activities with children. Our daughters always looked forward to being with her."
Gayle R.
Elaina C.
Landing, NJ
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Elaina, I just moved here from Phoenix, Arizona. I am currently looking to take care of children full time. In Arizona, I was recently employed with the Xplore program taking care of children after school. Before that, I worked with Special Ed. children for about 2 years. I helped them with their daily tasks...
Elaina can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Elaina was on time and was very sweet with the kids. Would love to have her come back ????"
Stephanie B.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Hopatcong, NJ
Alexandra D.
5.0
Hired Alex to care for our 5/6 month old and have been thrilled with the job she has done. Would 100% recommend her for any nanny/babysitting/infant care you need.
- Zack G.
Barbara C.
5.0
We love Barbara! She worked with our family off and on for three years, first as a babysitter for my now 8 year old son and 6 year old daughter, and also as a part time nanny for my youngest son when he was 5months to a year. They always had fun when Barbara came over! I loved how she got to know...
- Care member
Maureen R.
5.0
Maureen has been absolutely wonderful to my family. I wish I had met her years ago. She has cared so wonderfully for our newborn son, she is great to our dog, and my older children love her as well!
- Erin M.
Krystyn D.
5.0
Krystyn has been working with us caring for my disabled adult daughter since March of this year. She assists with toileting, showers, exercing, dressing, preparing meals and driving her to outpatient therapy. Caring for someone who is quadriplegic with limited mobility is a very time consuming and...
- Care member
Bonnie R.
5.0
Bonnie is amazing. She is great with young kids, very dependable and trustworthy. She plans days in advance for activities and adventures for the kids. She always asks permission and she just has a great heart. We truly appreciate Bonnie and happy to have her as part of our family.
- Hayley M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Hopatcong, NJ:
How can I find a Hopatcong babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Hopatcong, 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 16 babysitters in Hopatcong, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.5. 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 Hopatcong, NJ?
The average rate for Hopatcong, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $18.19 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 Hopatcong, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Hopatcong, 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 Hopatcong, NJ babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Babysitters in Hopatcong, NJ are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.