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60 babysitters are listed in Kenilworth, NJ
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Kenilworth, NJ
Tenneille D.
Maplewood, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Childcare has always been a passion of mine since I was young. I have worked with children on and off for many years. I left nannying for a while but now with the pandemic I think its a great time to come back and work one on with with families that may need help. I have worked as a nanny, and at an afterschool program with a...
Tenneille can also help with: Craft assistance
Lilla C.
Clark, NJ
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Lilla . I am a mother of two grown children. I've worked in the medical field for many years, and have prior experience babysitting younger children prior to my work in healthcare. I am good with children and am looking for opportunities to assist families in need of childcare.
Lilla can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Tais A.
Hillside, NJ
$24-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
+3000 Hours Of Childcare Reliable Driver Excellent Swimmer English, Spanish, Portuguese Speaker
5.0
(3)
Hello families,
I'm Tais and I'm 26yo, I'm a very polite person, and responsible. I love kids and I'm energetic to play with them. For me, patience is the key when you handle with kids, be kind and interactive too.
Currently, I've been babysitting full time a 4yo boy and a newborn baby, I've been with the same family for 2 years...
Tais can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Tais helped us for one weekend. She did a very good job to take care of my active 3-year-old girl. She is proficient in childcare and operated independently with minimal instructions."
Yaping W.
Chrisnide E.
Irvington, NJ
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Your Trusted Babysitter: Creating Smiles, Safe Environment, Nurturing Hearts!
5.0
(2)
Hello, I'm Chrisnide , your reliable and compassionate caregiver for all your family and home needs. With a passion for childcare, a love for pets, and a knack for keeping homes spotless, I offer a comprehensive range of services tailored to your specific requirements.
I provide a safe and nurturing environment for your little...
Chrisnide can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"She's very smart,caring,polite you'll feel comfortable to be around her. Shes a great listener "
Kervin A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Shanique-a dedicated caregiver with 5 years of nanny experience, extensive babysitting know-how, and 2 years as a teacher assistant, caring for children from 2 months to 14 years old. I prioritize your child's safety by staying current with vaccinations and creating a secure, nurturing environment. With my reliable...
Shanique can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Shanique was awesome with my preschooler. My daughter keeps asking me to have Shanique return. So glad I found someone dependable and on time. I was able to go on an interview and secure a job because of Shanique!"
Cassandra K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a freelance childcare provider. I tend to children ages three months to 12-year-olds. I've been working in the education system and providing childcare for families for the past 6 years.
Niya can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"Niya is great for our girls. Sometimes she's with both at the toughest part of the day, dinner, bath and bed and she is seamless and patient no matter what. She is fun and willing to be on the floor in interactive play or drawing with them, and since they are...
Julie S.
4.3
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Esther, I am 27 years old. I speak both English and Spanish fluently. I am courteous, easygoing, detail-oriented, fun, focused, I love children and animals, and I'm flexible. I have custody of three children for about four years, 1 niece and 2 nephews, 1 has ADHD, but I have raised them since they were babies. I cook...
Esther can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
3.0
"I am hiring her seeing her enthusiasm. She spent 2 hours with my son and looked like she would be able to take care of him. I gave only 3 starts since I haven't seen her working full-time. I will update my rating when she starts working."
Haritha K.
Smadar R.
Florham Park, NJ
$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.9
(13)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I'm a mom of 3 kids. I have a background of working with children through daycare and nannying. I enjoy working with children and value how much love and attention they need which I'm willing to give. I'm responsible, reliable, hardworking, and always on time. I can clean, prep dinner, and provide transportation for the...
Smadar can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"If you have the chance to hire Sam, DO NOT HESITATE! We feel so fortunate to have had her in our lives as she worked full time for us from when our daughter was 4 months old to 15 months old. Sam loved our daughter like her own and taught her (and us) so much. She...
Allie G.
Victoria D.
Union, NJ
$20-22/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with seven years of experience, I find great joy in helping children thrive and supporting families. My passion for caregiving stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles, where I discovered my talent for creating a safe and nurturing environment for...
Victoria can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
5.0
"Victoria is great! She is sweet, patient and punctual. My children would eagerly look forward to seeing her and loved having her play with them. I was lucky to have found such sincere, warm and caring person who truly loves children!"
Jeanne P.
4.6
(8)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have been a mother and godmother for over 20 years. I have worked with children at 2 different child care centers both located in Newark, NJ for over 20 years. I have worked with newborns, infants, toddlers, and preschool. My duties have included changing diapers, preparation of meals, toilet training, cleaning up and...
Deborah can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
4.0
"Deborah has interviewed with us and worked for us several times. Very professional care take that helped us out on several occasions."
Maurice H.
Nandranie P.
West Orange, NJ
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Love working with children! Over 18 years of experience of taking care of children ages newborn to 8-year-old. I also was a previous teacher for over 11 years from preschool to elementary. Very patient and understanding.
Nandranie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Amazing babysitter! Had her for over 5 years from when my daughter was a newborn all the way to grade school. Very caring and helpful. She was there for every milestone. I couldn't ask for a better babysitter then her!"
Nandranie P.
Gina P.
Scotch Plains, NJ
$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Patient, Reliable ,organize, honest, fun Great Cook And Excellent Housekeeping Skills
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
A little about me and my believes...
I have always known that any career that I chose would involve children. Being a Nanny/babysitter allows me to not only be surrounded by children but to use my skills and experience to help them develop into happy and healthy kids.
I believe the one thing that a care giver needs above all...
Gina can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Gina is warm ,Kind ,professional and always on time ,and she put us at ease with constant updates about our kids activities through the day. She is extremely knowledgeable in all things kid related.
Highly recommend!"
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Aydee V.
Harrison, NJ
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
I am very reliable, I love to babysit for children, I'm a Kind person, I love to make the laugh. I was a Nurse assistant in my country, I am learning English. I Will take good care of your children and have good references I can provide.
5.0
"Aydee is simply an angel sent from above. Our little family don’t just see her as a caretaker but part of our family. She is professional, loving, kind, well knowledgeable in baby/toddler/child related care. My son has been with her since 6months old til 4.5years...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a 27-year-old middle school language arts teacher living in Woodbridge, NJ. I AM FULLY COVID-19 VACCINATED!! I have my bachelor's degree in English and my Master's in Teaching with certifications in k-6, special ed., and middle school (5-8) language arts. Personally, I have worked with children for as long as I can...
Melissa can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Melissa was our summer babysitter for our two boys (elementary school age) for two summers (2019 and 2020). Melissa truly loves children; she took the boys to the library, the park, to get ice cream after camp. Melissa became part of our family and she will...
Ariya V.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 25-year-old pre-med student pursuing a career as a child psychiatrist, and I have 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to 14 years old. I began my journey at the YMCA Early Child Care Center and later transitioned to babysitting for families with whom I've built trusting relationships...
Kiara can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Kiara has been reliable and there when we need her most. Our kids are always excited when they hear she’s coming over! "
Care member
Carolina V.
Elizabeth, NJ
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Carolina. I'm a caregiver with over 3+ years of experience with children between the ages 4 months - 8 years old. I'm currently attending Kean University and I'm looking for a family that can accommodate my school schedule! I'm comfortable with pick-ups and drop-offs, meal prep, as well as light housekeeping and...
Carolina can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"We hired Carolina as a part time nanny for our 15 month old daughter and she was very sweet and respectful and was extremely kind to our daughter. Our daughter liked her very much!"
Mallory D.
4.0
(3)
I have extensive child care experience. I have been babysitting for over 10 years for family and close friends. Also, I took safe sitting classes and became certified in safe sitting and CPR for all age groups. I enjoy working with children and look forward to finding work with a great family.
I DO work a FT job so I am...
Angelina can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She watched my newborn till she was about one and a half and took very good care of her. Even giving medicine and informing us when she has a cough or rashes or anything. I would definitely recommend her to watch any ages because I've also seen her with older kids...
Shane D.
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Renee and I have over 30 years of childcare experience including 13 years as a resource parent and three years of Nanny experience . I am caring, soft spoken and attentive and revel in the experience of seeing children grow and navigate their worlds.
I have experience with newborn children up to about 10...
Renee can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"As a first time mom I was very spectacle with just leaving my child with anybody but Renee is by far the best baby sitter in the world she's extremely kind and caring my child has learned so much from her"
Andrea W.
Tayla B.
Elizabeth, NJ
$18-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm used to caring for more than one child at a time, preparing meals, helping with homework, giving baths, reading stories and putting children to sleep. I'm also fully vaccinated with booster and CPR/First Aid Certified.
Tayla can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Tayla was WONDERFUL. We're so happy we hired her. She was punctual, extremely responsible to messages prior to babysitting and most importantly, our second grade son really liked her.
We'll definitely be using her in the future!"
Christy E.
5.0
(23)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Please read my profile before contacting me. Serious inquires only. $30 hour and up
Currently seeking :
* Pet sitting in your home.
* Occasional sitting weekend/overnights
*Travel Nanny w Passport and local events (weddings etc.)
My Early Educator as a teaching assistant, began 2007 to 2012 ages 2 to 5 y. o
Promoted to Lead...
Autumn can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Autumn watched my 6 months old for 3 days for 4 hours each day. She is by far the best sitter I have ever met. I would hire her again. She is very accommodating. She was great with the baby, didn't have any trouble putting her down for naps, spent time engaging the...
Adriana I.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Kenilworth, NJ
Tais A.
5.0
Tais helped us for one weekend. She did a very good job to take care of my active 3-year-old girl. She is proficient in childcare and operated independently with minimal instructions.
- Yaping W.
Chrisnide E.
5.0
She’s a wonderful caregiver and will give her very best. Whenever there’s a change or you want something known just communicate and she will do her best to accommodate your needs as long as it’s within reasons. She’s very friendly and flexible. Just communicate with her.
- Care member
Shanique W.
5.0
Shanique was awesome with my preschooler. My daughter keeps asking me to have Shanique return. So glad I found someone dependable and on time. I was able to go on an interview and secure a job because of Shanique!
- Cassandra K.
Niya B.
5.0
Niya is great for our girls. Sometimes she's with both at the toughest part of the day, dinner, bath and bed and she is seamless and patient no matter what. She is fun and willing to be on the floor in interactive play or drawing with them, and since they are toddlers they tend to ask a lot of an...
- Julie S.
Esther R.
3.0
I am hiring her seeing her enthusiasm. She spent 2 hours with my son and looked like she would be able to take care of him. I gave only 3 starts since I haven't seen her working full-time. I will update my rating when she starts working.
- Haritha K.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Kenilworth, NJ:
How can I find a Kenilworth babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Kenilworth, 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 7 babysitters in Kenilworth, 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 Kenilworth, NJ?
The average rate for Kenilworth, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $21.71 per hour as of February 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 Kenilworth, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Kenilworth, 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.