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I'm a graduate student who's looking for some part-time work. I graduated with a bachelor's degree in Speech-Language Pathology. I'm a reliable, dedicated person who loves kids and is creative. I've previously been an assistant teacher at the Goddard School of Flemington where I worked with infants to kindergartners...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I'm a mom that is willing to help, patient, and for sure experienced.
I'm okay with 0-11 months infants.
Alina T.
Lake Hiawatha, NJ
$20-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
I'm 26, very energetic, caring, reliable nanny with 5+ years of experience.
Alina can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Alessandra P.
Lake Hiawatha, NJ
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hello, My name is Alessandra. I am 25 years old and I work as a paraprofessional. A paraprofessional is someone who works with kids who have autism and other learning disabilities. I currently work at an Elementary school in the school year, so right now I am looking for evening jobs and weekends. have been in education/child...
Priscilla G.
Lake Hiawatha, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I am full of energy and always have been working with kids. I am the oldest of seven kids so I have always cooked for my siblings, babysat and always picked them up from school. I am very responsible and I have worked at daycares all my life as well. I am a mother as well and know how important quality care is for a...
Priscilla can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
Early Education
CPR
Gabby L.
Lake Hiawatha, NJ
$16-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as caring, responsible, and trustworthy
I started working with kids when I was in middle school. I have experience with babysitting and nannying and have worked with kids when I worked at a daycare/preschool.
One thing you should know about me is i'm fun to be around, love playing outdoors, and...
Hi my name is Ivette! I've been working with children for the past 11 years in the Parsippany district. I have two kids of my own that are older and on there own and I'm now looking for a job in the field. I previously worked as an aid in the Parsippany School District. I have a car and can help with travel i. e. taking kids to...
Ivette can also help with: Travel
Sashana C.
Lake Hiawatha, NJ
$18-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I only have experience with my kids. I love kids and always have fun educational activities to do. I'm currently not working and wants to work from home to teach my kids more and bond.
I'd describe my personality as fun, adventurous and peaceful
I'm looking for a job that makes me happy and I'm very passionate about doing...
Maeve W.
Cedar Grove, NJ
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Maeve and I am 19 years old. I currently go to Rutgers University but I am home for breaks and summers. I have experience babysitting and working with kids. My hours are pretty flexible and I hope you consider me to babysit your children!!
Maeve can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping
5.0
"Maeve is a lovely babysitter! Amazingly reliable, on-time and always willing to play board games with the kids, build forts and more. I'm lucky to have found someone as dependable as her."
Samantha B.
Jaquelynne R.
Rockaway, NJ
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting children for years now. I am 35 years old and a graduate of University. I am a full-time English teacher. I tutor when asked in English, history, study skills, homework help, and test prep.
Jaquelynne can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling
Vanessa C.
Morristown, NJ
$15/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
My name is Vanessa, I am 26years old and I am from Mexico. I've been taking care of children since I was a teenager, I was a dance instructor at school where I taught lessons to different groups of children in kindergarten, elementary and middle school and babysitting in my free time. I came to USA and finished my Au Pair...
5.0
"Vanessa is extremely patient and has many qualities that make her an ideal childcare provider like being cautious and prioritizing the safety of the child, she is a great driver and an expert at multitasking, but above all, Vanessa is passionate about her job, she...
Ana R.
Madeline W.
Morris Plains, NJ
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Madeline, I am a tcnj student looking for a family that needs date nights or part time work. I have 7 years of experience including babysitting, 3 summer camps, and three years as an assistant teacher at a local daycare/preschool for children ages 2-4. I have worked with and love all ages and I am comfortable with...
Madeline can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Madeline was fantastic with our kids. We've used her to babysit several times and she has done a fantastic job. Our two daughters (5 and 2) love her and get really excited to have her come over. We highly recommend Madeline as a babysitter to all our friends."
Jon G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, creative, and dependable
I like working with kids because I enjoy watching them grow into their own little personalities. As a 5yr dance teacher I shared my own passion and knowledge of sport with them and watched the excitement on their faces just brought me so much joy and ever since...
5.0
"We hired Isabella as our helper 2 days a week. We couldn't be happier with hiring her. She is the perfect addition to our little family. She is amazing with our daughter, punctual, helpful and professional. So far so good!"
Christina B.
Alexis E.
Wayne, NJ
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi!! My name is Alexis. I am 26 years old and am an elementary school teacher. I have a lot of babysitting/nannying experience with all ages which I can supply references for. I have my own car & a clean driving record. I love working with children and am also babysitter certified through Chilton hospital. I am looking for...
Alexis can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Stephanie M.
Denville, NJ
$23-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi there! I have experience caring for children of all ages, as well as creating and executing fun and interesting activities to keep them engaged. I've been a brownie, cub scout and girl scout leader (in total: ages 3-15) for the past 13 years. I'm 11-16 years older than my sister and cousins, so I have exceeding newborn...
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Stephanie has always been a reliable caretaker. She goes above and beyond for her care services and always makes sure that both the kids and us are happy. They always ask when is the next time they will see her again!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
-I'm looking for a family that needs an extra set of helping hands and loving heart!
-About me:
-I'd describe my personality as caring, patient, and attentive. I am very flexible, always on time & will communicate very well with you. I served in the military so punctuality is very important to me.
-Skills include: having tons...
5.0
"Joyce watched our two kids when my husband and I went out for a date night. She did very well and our children enjoyed their time with her."
Jessica M.
Stephania G.
Caldwell, NJ
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Special Education Teacher Seeking Part/full Time Summer Babysitting Employment (open To Other Hours!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been teaching as a Special Education teacher for 7 years-I have also been babysitting for 20 years with children ranging from infancy to pre-teen. I have experience as a teacher, assistant, day care aid, camp counselor, tutor, and other child-care job positions!
I am patient, fun-loving, responsible, and kind and have...
Stephania can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Stephania as a summer babysitter for our 10 and 6 year old children, and eventually as a tutor for our 10 year old son. She is responsible, energetic and kind. She is confident and did a great job getting to know our children quickly - so she could...
Christine A.
Jenissa P.
Wayne, NJ
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
I am a current college student finishing up my senior year at Rowan University. I am double majoring in Psychology and Law & Justice. I am willing to work around my school schedule and over our holiday breaks.
A little bit about me :
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, selfless, and honest.
I like working with kids...
Jenissa can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jenissa is amazing when it comes to children! She took care of my 3 year old amazingly! She's never given me any issues, always punctual, and loves spending time with my girl! Highly Recommend!"
Devyn P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I come from a big family where there are always kids around! To us kids come first, they are little innocent angels. I babysit my nephews and other kids until now that I'm experiencing my own. I have been blessed with 2 precious boys, 2 and 4 years old who doesn't interfere with my job because a wonderful lady watches them, my...
Blanca can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"Blanca did a great job with deep cleaning of my place. She is highly recommended! "
Care member
5.0
(2)
I have been babysitting and nannying for the past 12 years. I started working with four foster children in 2011. I was responsible for their meals, nap-time, and taking the children to and from activities/appointments. I have worked with children with special needs.
Mackenzie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I could rely on MacKenzie to take care of our 4 children without worrying. I knew she would handle any situation that came up sensibly. She's like one of the family."
Sandra C.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lake Hiawatha, NJ
Maeve W.
5.0
Maeve is a lovely babysitter! Amazingly reliable, on-time and always willing to play board games with the kids, build forts and more. I'm lucky to have found someone as dependable as her.
- Samantha B.
Vanessa C.
5.0
Vanessa is extremely patient and has many qualities that make her an ideal childcare provider like being cautious and prioritizing the safety of the child, she is a great driver and an expert at multitasking, but above all, Vanessa is passionate about her job, she takes her responsibility seriously...
- Ana R.
Madeline W.
5.0
Madeline was fantastic with our kids. We've used her to babysit several times and she has done a fantastic job. Our two daughters (5 and 2) love her and get really excited to have her come over. We highly recommend Madeline as a babysitter to all our friends.
- Jon G.
Isabella P.
5.0
We hired Isabella as our helper 2 days a week. We couldn't be happier with hiring her. She is the perfect addition to our little family. She is amazing with our daughter, punctual, helpful and professional. So far so good!
- Christina B.
Stephanie M.
5.0
Stephanie is hard-working, thoughtful, creative, and an all-around delight to know. She never lets anything slip through the cracks, proving her attention to detail. Anyone would be lucky to work with her.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Lake Hiawatha, NJ:
How can I find a Lake Hiawatha babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Lake Hiawatha, 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 8 babysitters in Lake Hiawatha, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Lake Hiawatha, NJ?
The average rate for Lake Hiawatha, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $18.50 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 Lake Hiawatha, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Lake Hiawatha, 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.