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60 babysitters are listed in Lake Hopatcong, NJ
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Lake Hopatcong, NJ
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:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alicja is very punctual and friendly. She is great with the kids and tries to assist you how ever she can."
Crystal S.
Rachel D.
Lake Hopatcong, NJ
$18/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Rachel, I'm 28 and a college graduate that majored in education and received my bachelors degree May 2022. I have eight years of experience working with children, aging from newborns-13 years old. I also have a 4-year-old nephew and a 1-year-old niece who I have watched since they were born.
I have a lot of...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Rachel has always done such a great job of watching my step-son, all the way back from when he was a baby. I wouldn't choose anyone else to care for him. Highly recommended!"
Richard K.
Heather C.
Lake Hopatcong, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi parents - I have lots of experience with all ages from infants to teens as a babysitter, mom of two, special needs staff, and chaperone. I am always patient and I encourage confidence and kindness while babysitting and raising my own kiddos. We are a family of four with two older kids (teen and almost a teen). I am more of a...
Micaela A.
Lake Hopatcong, NJ
$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
2.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Micaela. I am a public elementary music teacher in Morris County.
I love to play music and anything to do with the arts.
I started out as a mother's helper at about 15 with family and very quickly decided to pursue babysitting as a job and it has been a great experience
I have nearly 10 years experience...
Micaela can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Brianna T.
Lake Hopatcong, NJ
$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am a full-time college student working towards a degree in English Education for grades 6-12. Before I became a full-time student I worked with a handful of families caring for a range of ages from infants to age 13. I was a nanny to two children during covid years, to help them with online school work. As well as take care of...
Deidre G.
Lake Hopatcong, NJ
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello,
My name is Deidre, I am 19 years old and I am looking for babysitting positions near me. I have previously worked at Day Camp in the Park with 6/7-year-olds, 4/5-year-olds, and 11/12-year-olds during the summers of 2018-2021. I have also previously worked at Willow Lake Day Camp with 4/5-year-olds during the summer of...
Deidre can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 25 years of baby sitting experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am super organized, reliable, fun, caring.
Kristin can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
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: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
(31)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have always worked with children and I love what I do. I started babysitting next door to help as a mother's helper. I went on to care for children in my neighborhood, , other child care centers, and a daycare as a Teacher and Substitute for five years. I have 3 children and a Maltipoo dog of my own. I babysit for local...
Rachelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Raye has worked with our family full time for over a year, and we have nothing but positive things to say about our experience with her. She watches our eighteen month old son daily, and he adores her. She is kind hearted, fun, and active with him. She takes him to...
Care member
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Bridget and I have been babysitting children for over 10 years. I love kids and try to make everyday fun, while creating a structured, safe environment. I believe I am an enthusiastic, friendly person who loves to take care of others.
I am currently a first grade teacher and have been teaching elementary school for...
Bridget can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Bridget to babysit my 3 grandchildren at the venue where my older son was getting married. I also hired her for a couple of hours prior to the wedding to make sure everyone was a good match. It was a long day. Bridget arrived on time and immediately took...
Maureen B.
Brittany D.
Wharton, NJ
$25-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm A Fun, Loving And Caring Person. I Currently Work With Pediatric Patients As A Medical Assistant
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Brittany. I'd describe my personality as kind, patient, caring.
I started working with kids when I was just 16 years old. In my spare time, I like to spend time with family and exercise as I like to stay active I believe exercise and mental health is very important. One thing you should know about me is I am very...
Brittany can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Brittany is very reliable and responsible. We trust her fully with all of our kids and our dog. She's loving and caring and we feel very lucky and blessed to have found her."
Lina G.
5.0
(1)
I am an LPN and have been in the healthcare field for over 20 years. I am also a Navy Veteran. I am looking for a homecare position to supplement my per diem long term care nursing position.
Kate can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Kate is a diligent, organized, outgoing person who always goes above and beyond in her performance of any task given to her. Kate doesn't give up on a challenge and is committed to the work assigned to her."
Cindy F.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of experience working with kids all ages since 1980's at the elementary schools in New york as School Safety with all the training in safety. As a Mother of 3 Children and now Grandmother of 5 children my experience became stronger. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation, Homework, crafts...
Vivian can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Vivian has so much experience with babies and children. She is knowledgeable and was easy to trust immediately. I know my kids will be safe and happy when I leave them with Vivian. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi,
My name is Christina and I graduated from college at Kent State University majoring in Nursing this past May. I have been a babysitter for the past five years with various families that have different child needs. I am very adaptable with many circumstances. In the past, I have babysat for a family with five children and it...
Christina can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Christina is going to school to be a nurse dealing with kids..She has babysat for numerous people from our church not only my daughter whom has ADHD and autism.She has a huge heart for families and loves kids.Shes always on time and she can cook and clean.Enjoys...
Carol S.
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:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very good energy and interactive with kids."
Amy S.
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:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Bonnie is a kind, caring, and reliable babysitter. She asks questions and verifies how things should be done, which I appreciate greatly. She is always engaged with my two young boys and they have a great time with her."
Michelle P.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Lydia is a very attentive and responsible person. Always reliable and caring of others needs."
Nubia J.
Milagros A.
Succasunna, NJ
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Milagros, I am 24 years old and I have been a babysitter since a very young age. I live in Parsippany NJ, and I finished my bachelors this past December and trying to go back to school for my masters this coming semester for one class per semester. I have more experience with newborns and little kids. Love...
Milagros can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"She is very gentle with kids and very helpful around the house as well. I had her come by to help me babysit my two little ones that are under the age of two. It was a pleasure having her my kids loved her. "
Sanna A.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
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!"
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lake Hopatcong, NJ
Alicja W.
5.0
Alicja was a wonderful caregiver! She was very kind. I’d recommend her to anyone!
- Care member
Rachel D.
5.0
Rachel has always done such a great job of watching my step-son, all the way back from when he was a baby. I wouldn't choose anyone else to care for him. Highly recommended!
- Richard K.
Rachelle W.
5.0
Raye has worked with our family full time for over a year, and we have nothing but positive things to say about our experience with her. She watches our eighteen month old son daily, and he adores her. She is kind hearted, fun, and active with him. She takes him to library classes and playgrounds...
- 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.
Bridget L.
5.0
I hired Bridget to babysit my 3 grandchildren at the venue where my older son was getting married. I also hired her for a couple of hours prior to the wedding to make sure everyone was a good match. It was a long day. Bridget arrived on time and immediately took the littlest one under her care while...
- Maureen B.
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How can I find a Lake Hopatcong babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Lake 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 7 babysitters in Lake Hopatcong, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.0. 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 Hopatcong, NJ?
The average rate for Lake Hopatcong, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $21.57 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 Hopatcong, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Lake 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.