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60 babysitters are listed in Hopatcong, NJ
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Hopatcong, NJ
5.0
(2)
Hey there! I am a fun, caring, patient, respectful and reliable babysitter. I always grew up babysitting for my neighbors and family friends. In college I babysat as a part time job. I am available and have a flexible schedule. I'm interested in the opportunity to make some extra money on the side and help out a family in need....
Victoria can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have known Victoria for 15 years and she watched my 3 children then. Now she handles pet and home care for me. She is trustworthy, honest , mature and compassionate, and a lover of both children and animals. I highly recommend her."
Jackie O.
Abigail D.
Stanhope, NJ
$21-26/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a graduate of the University of Tampa with my BA in Criminology/Criminal Justice. I have my Child Development Associates degree and my certificate for CPR/AED/FA. I have experience working with children with special needs and children varying many ages from infancy to high school, in the class room environment and in...
Abigail can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Abigail started as a nanny for our son when he was five months old and worked for us for the next nine months. We absolutely loved her!! She was always early, communicated clearly and promptly, and went above and beyond to ensure our son had a stimulating and...
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Gabriela C.
Flanders, NJ
$18-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.3
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Gabriela , I study at Kean University and I am currently studying Education. I love working and being around children. Children are such a joy to be around and I build rapport with them easily. I am passionate about children because you can be of such great influence to them. I have been working with children for...
Gabriela can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Gianna G.
Andover, NJ
$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Gianna! I am 21 years old, I attend Bloomsburg University and am majoring in early childhood education. I have been caring for children for about four years now. I'm really patient, fun and responsible. I also have my own car and can drive if needed. I have no problem running errands, light cleanup, or anything...
Gianna can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"My fiance and I interviewed Gianna to care for 3 children during our upcoming wedding. She was easily accessible, responsive, and during our interview, you could really see how much she enjoys caring for children. I will be telling my friends in her area to reach...
Ghazi G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Jacey, a 25-year-old with a deep love for childcare that's been a part of my life since I was just 12 years old. With over 10+ years of babysitting and 6 years of dedicated nanny experience and a passion for connecting with children, I've had the privilege of working closely with numerous families and watching...
Jacey can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Dear families and caretakers,
My name is Lauren, and I'm interested in being of help to a loving family as I finish the last year of my masters program. The past five years I have been the music teacher at a private, nonprofit school for students with complex multiple disabilities in Cedar Knolls. I have loved connecting with...
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lauren was my son's Friendship Circle buddy for years. My son is Autistic and having Lauren come and play with him every week was the best part of his week. We have also had Lauren babysit. Both of my kids love it when she comes over. I would highly recommend...
Danit R.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for years around the neighborhood helping out down to my family and baby cousins , I am one of seven and love big families and am incredibly comfortable in the environment . I am athletic and always willing to play with the kids ! I'm a non-smoker have my own transportation and have a clean drivers record...
Kimberly can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Kim was wonderful with our 4 and 1 year old. She was always very patient and kind and caring with the children. She made sure homework was done but also made sure both kids had fun all day. We are very grateful to have found her. Anyone would be lucky to hire her...
Sophia B.
Lisa E.
Sparta, NJ
$21-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am Available On A Part-time Basis - I Work As An Educator Until 2:30 Each Day.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am the mother of two adult children. I have over 30 years of experience in the field of education - from preschool through high school. I have a NJ K - 6 Teacher Certification. I, also, have a Professional Clear Multiple Subject Teaching Credential from Cal State U., Long Beach. I taught for many years in California. I have...
Lisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lisa made our summer a pleasure by taking care of our 6 mos. old and 2 1/2 year old. They both connected with her right away and she engaged them all day. They were so comfortable with her."
Brian F.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Amira :)
I am a compassionate childcare worker: A detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. I am currently an afterschool teacher, daytime nanny, and babysitter to multiple families. I received my Associates in Graphic Design & Child and Family Studies.
My love and passion comes from...
Amira can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amira is a hard worker and team player. She is a reliable and dependable person that you can count on. She is always on time and very helpful with working with kids. The kids adore her and love being around her. She will be great at showing kids how to do Artistic...
Nieasia W.
Chelsea A.
Flanders, NJ
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
25 y. o. ICU nurse, in between jobs. Nonsmoker. CPR certified. Covid vaccinated. Car accessible, never in an accident.
I have extensive experience in childcare, including raising a (now) 5-year-old nephew and a 3-year-old niece, as well as pediatric nursing experience. I have been using Care. com and have never had anything but...
Chelsea can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Chelsea cared for our son (who was between 3-5 months) 2x/week (3-5hrs) over the summer to give this tired mama an extra hand with the baby & around the house. She always arrived with a smile on her face, upbeat energy, a genuine willingness to help out, and a...
Alyxie H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have a associate degree in Early Childhood Education. I volunteered in a polish school and local church. I'm also a mother of a 14-year-old. I have experience caring for kids for all ages.
A little bit about myself. Born and raised in Poland. Been here for the last 29 years.
I'm first aid and CPR certified.
I'm available...
Alicja can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Alicja was a wonderful caregiver! She was very kind. I’d recommend her to anyone! "
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Debbie G.
Oak Ridge, NJ
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Debbie and I graduated college with a degree in early childhood education. I taught pre-k for 12 years and then took a leave from teaching to have my own family. I was a substitute teacher with the Jefferson Township Public Schools. I was a nanny for a family of 2 boys for 5 years until they both started public...
Debbie can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Debbie is by far the best nanny we have ever had. Punctually is amazing. Personality is beyond this world. She engaged with our daughter in ways that only someone who cares could.. she played with her, sang to her and had so much patience. You won't regret having...
Emelia K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Melissa and I absolutely love kids! I am from Randolph, NJ. I am an occupational therapist in a public district. I am passionate about working with all children, especially those with special needs. I love doing arts and crafts, reading and running around with kids, but I am also here to help around the house with...
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Melissa was fantastic watching over our son and was incredibly dependable from start to finish. I would strongly recommend her for anyone looking for a kind, caring, and responsible nanny. She communicated daily about when she was picking him up and any other...
Johanna F.
Brittany C.
Landing, NJ
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Want To Be A Babysitter Because I Am A Full Time Student
5.0
(1)
I am a graduate student at Saint Peters University and my major is Special Education with a teaching certificate. I have been working with kids since my Sophomore year of high school. I worked in an aftercare program helping kids with homework and interacting with them until about 6. That job was also linked to a summer camp...
Brittany can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very good energy and interactive with kids."
Amy S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Briana and I am 24 years old. I have been a nanny for 8 years with one of those years formerly being a Jr. Assistant for an after care program at an elementary School. I'm available to provide great references and I am vaccinated. I have experience with children in ages ranging from infant to preteens. I am...
Briana can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Briana loves what she does and the way she works with kids I can't even describe it! It is more of a passion for her than "work". She is always reliable and will give you all her time and effort as needed."
Bishoy H.
Maahirah A.
Rockaway, NJ
$15-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
3.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 19 years old and live in Rockaway, NJ. I am currently pursuing my Associates at CCM. I have extensive experience with talking care of children. I love working with and teaching kids. I also have my own car with 3 years of experience. Experienced in babysitting and managing households for 5 years. Multi functional qualified...
Maahirah can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"We had the chance to have Maahirah helping us with our daugthers for 6 months
She was great and the Kids liked her "
Marie C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Lauryn! I am a 3rd grade teacher looking to babysit over the summer while I'm off. Ideally a nannying job with set hours. I am 22 years old. I have a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from The College of New Jersey. I graduated in May 2023. I have experience as a camp supervisor and head counselor. I've...
Lauryn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Lauryn is a very responsible babysitter. My children never wanted my husband and I to come home because they had so much fun. She is very polite and always respects my family and my home. She plays with the kids rather than just sitting there on her phone like my...
Michelle D.
Carla R.
Dover, NJ
$20-50/hr
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Carla, I'm a mother of two wonderful kids who are 16 and 12 years old. I did babysitting from home a few years ago. I love kids and I'm good with them. I currently work at a bank in Chester NJ and I've been at this job for over 5 years. I'm fluent in English and Spanish
5.0
"Carla was absolutely great with our 3 and 4 year old kids. She helped with the house, was organized and detail oriented, and was everything we hoped for in a nanny!"
Curt G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lydia and I am a 23-year-old sitter based in NE Ohio! I have around 8+ years of experience working with kids and I can genuinely say I have loved every second of it! I was a head counselor/teacher at the YMCA working in a classroom of about 15 kids ranging from the ages 1 1/2 - 5. I would create fun lesson...
Lydia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Lydia is a very attentive and responsible person. Always reliable and caring of others needs."
Nubia J.
4.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a compassionate, fun and loving mom who is looking for a position to care one or two children. I have experience as a nanny and I am also a registered nurse pursing my advanced practice degree. I have volunteered with a youth advocate program and JBWS caring for children of special circumstance. I find great joy in watching...
Shannon can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"We interviewed Shannon and immediately knew she was who we would choose to watch our children. She came to our home with her daughter and the children played and had a great time. Shannon was engaging, personable, shared her values and beliefs (which perfectly...
Megan O.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Hopatcong, NJ
Victoria J.
5.0
I have known Victoria for 15 years and she watched my 3 children then. Now she handles pet and home care for me. She is trustworthy, honest , mature and compassionate, and a lover of both children and animals. I highly recommend her.
- Jackie O.
Abigail D.
5.0
Abigail instantly became part of our family the moment she started working for us. While I would have loved to keep her forever, we had to let her go because we had to cut back on finances.
Abigail nannied for us part-time for about a year. When she started, my daughter was 2.5 and my son was a...
- Marissa A.
Gianna G.
5.0
My fiance and I interviewed Gianna to care for 3 children during our upcoming wedding. She was easily accessible, responsive, and during our interview, you could really see how much she enjoys caring for children. I will be telling my friends in her area to reach out to her when looking for...
- Ghazi G.
Lauren G.
5.0
My girls loved Lauren! She helped us out with short notice and with some early morning hours. Very punctual and flexible with our weird schedule.
- Danielle B.
Kimberly P.
5.0
Kim was wonderful with our 4 and 1 year old. She was always very patient and kind and caring with the children. She made sure homework was done but also made sure both kids had fun all day. We are very grateful to have found her. Anyone would be lucky to hire her for their family.
- Sophia B.
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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 15 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 $17.73 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.