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I am currently a seventh grade language arts teacher looking for a babysitting/nannying position for the summer. I love working with kids and coming up with ways to make learning fun for them. I also have 10 years of experience babysitting for kids of all ages, ranging from 5 months to 14. I am willing to do housekeeping,...
Shauna can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Sarah G.
Leonardo, NJ
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Sarah! I just graduated from Ramapo College with my elementary education degree. I am now currently working on my masters degree in special education, taking summer classes Monday and Wednesday till July 8 and then only one summer class after that on Wednesdays. Those classes start at 4:30 online, I would be open...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
Yussely F.
Leonardo, NJ
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I am a fun and very friendly loving person who enjoys the company of children. In my neighborhood there was always a lot of younger children who then I babysat. It taught me to be responsible and to have patience. Communication between the parents, myself, and the child/children is major key for everything to run smoothly....
Yussely can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Yasemin and I am 26 years old! My job experience of 8+ years range of children between the ages of 12 weeks to 14+ years old. I started off babysitting within the family and then family friends, etc. I am very passionate and focused on all my responsibilities. I am all about togetherness, health, and the well...
Yasemin can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
5.0
"Yasemin is here every time she said she'd be here, she is very sweet & is great with our son. We're happy to have met her! Finally we have a reliable babysitter!
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Danielle C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Leah. I am a second grade teacher. I have experience babysitting and tutoring for various families and all ages. I am an outgoing and friendly person who enjoys playing games, making crafts, playing outdoors, and helping with homework/schoolwork!
Leah can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Leah babysat for my 4 children, ages 3-11, in the summer of 2017. She was terrific! She always came right on time and kept every date even if we scheduled weeks in advance. She was great with the children and could manage all four. She played with them and was...
Heather K.
3.3
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am the mother of 2 daughters ages 17 and 23 years old. I was lucky enough to be able to be a stay at home mom with them. My youngest daughter is now a senior in High School. I was also fortunate enough to care for my nephew while my sister worked in New York City. I have a big family and grew up in Aberdeen. I now reside in...
Cari can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"Cari takes care of my 20 month old daughter on a daily basis. She is punctual, flexible & an asset to any family! Cari is warm & caring all around awesome! We love having her as part of our little family!!!"
Allison C.
4.5
(2)
I've been a childcare provider for over a decade because there's no better feeling than nurturing children's growth and development. My patient and creative nature allows me to make a positive impact on their lives. I communicate openly with parents using their preferred method, and I'm very comfortable enforcing household...
Brianna can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
4.0
"Brianna was very Dependable helped in every way. She never had any issues even when my days and schedule got changed,I felt very safe with her and my children. I highly recommend Brianna. "
Jen P.
5.0
(1)
I have 6 years of experience with kids(04months - to 6 years old). I was also a teacher assistant in the infant class.
I'm very easy-going, reliable, and trustworthy. My goal is to provide your family the support and reliable care. I usually do tidying for the kid's rooms, laundry, assist in potty training, bathing, and meal...
Beatriz can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Bia is great! She babysat my daughter a couple of times this year, very easy going, caring and punctual. She works for our neighbors and sometimes would watch my daughter with other kids also."
Anna M.
Lindsay W.
Highlands, NJ
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
15+ yrs of experience with children ranging from 3 months - teens, CPR certified, animal lover, special needs experience, happy to pick-up/drop-off, cook, laundry/light cleaning, bathe and prep for bed, homework help, hands-on with activities (sports/games/crafts), dual MBA in Finance & Marketing.
Lindsay can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I have a 13- year old autistic son who loves Lindsay and Lindsay loves him. She is a caring, dependable, and very reliable individual. She interacts with my son extremely well. I cannot say enough good things about her and we love her dearly."
James G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently working as a paraprofessional for Middletown High School South. . I have three children and a grandson. My step-daughter is 26, my son is 15 and my daughter is 13. I have nannied in the past and love working with children.
5.0
"Jamie cared for my daughter from when she was 5 months to 20 months old while my mother in law (my daughters primary caregiver) went through cancer treatment. Jamie still watches our daughter for date nights. Jamie is flexible, dependable, and cares deeply for my...
Katie U.
5.0
(1)
Hi. This is Youchun. And my English name is Lexi. I am from Shenzhen China. I was an au pair for two years in the USA. After my program done. I had decided to stay for a longer term study for my future career. Currently, I am a student of Brookdale community college. Ask for me, I had experience about babysitting kids from...
Youchun can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lexi was our Au pair for 1 year. She was amazing! My kids loved her and miss her very much. She was engaging and approach life with positive can do attitude that really was felt by our family. She is very helpful kind. Anyone would be lucky to have her as a...
Anita P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Fun-loving, warm, flexible (future) graduate student seeking a family (or families) to work part-time for while I go back to school. I am starting a masters program at Monmouth University in September.
Childcare experience: I worked as a teacher at a daycare for 3's and 4's from July-Nov in 2023. Prior to this, I worked as a...
Isabella can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Bella was awesome. She filled a hole for us between school and the start of camp and it was like having our very own camp counselor. The kids instantly took to her and even said they loved her more than our long term sitter. She was communicative, on time, and on...
Cristin C.
Donna K.
Keyport, NJ
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 18 years experience working for licensed day care providers. A majority of my experience has been caring for newborn babies up to three years of age. I also have experience caring for children up to 5 years old.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Donna used to work at my mom's daycare; she is a very reliable and caring person. She was the head infant teacher. My family has known her for 20 plus years. She helped care for my younger sister who is now 17 yrs old. If I could have her watch and care for my son...
Jenita W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Amanda and I am 24. I am going into my last semester of nursing school and love to help people in need. I love kids and have prior experience from younger cousins, babysitting family friends as well as working at a daycare for the past 3 years. I am CPR certified, as well as having a clean driving record.
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"My kids love her and she is a great asset to our family. I would recommend her."
Karyn P.
Francine K.
Hazlet, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children for over 20 years. I have worked with families starting with infants and going through 8th grade of school, then they are old enough. I love being around children they give me such joy and I them. We do the homework together and play outside.
Francine can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Francine is truly caring and will become part of your family immediately. She is an amazing caretaker for all ages, from infant through adulthood. She has spent her entire life caring for others. She cared for our three children by being there when they were...
Ann D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently a 2nd grade teacher available to tutor elementary aged children in all subjects. I have been a teacher for 5 years and have taught both 2nd and 4th grades. I have my undergraduate masters degrees in elementary education from James Madison University with concentrations in math, science, and special education. I...
Kelly can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Kelly was great with our 10 month old! She was knowledgeable and comfortable in all aspects of his care."
John P.
Nancy K.
Belford, NJ
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time Caregiver For Children Or Elderly, Running Errands, Pickup Or Drop-Off
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been a preschool teacher for 17 years. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I'm looking for part-time jobs. Over the past few years, I have driven children back and forth to school and camp, I have babysat for children before and after school, I was a nanny for 5 years and I enjoy watching little ones forr mom and dad's date...
Nancy can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nancy is awesome! We loved her. She was punctual everyday, and worked with our crazy schedules. We thank her, and if our need ever arises again, she's the first person we would call!"
Tara H.
Kristin S.
West Long Branch, NJ
$27-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Kristin! I am 30 years old and a mother to a 4-year-old girl and a 3-year-old boy. I just finished working for a family who found me through care. com. They said they would be glad to be used as a reference and let you know everything I have done for their family! I have always loved children and have worked in...
Kristin can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Hi Parents we hired Kristen for 2017-2018 and on going basis. We absolutely love her! She is very dependable, safe, handles tween and siblings situations calmly. She is very honest which I so admire and will ask you how you would like to deal with situations and...
Kanan G.
Daisy N.
Keansburg, NJ
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Tender, Loving, And Caring, Child Care Provider.- I Will Love Your Children As If They Were My Own!!
5.0
(9)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I have 20 plus years experience as a child care provider (infant to teen), from a Sunday School Teacher, my own children (all adults) and caring for different families.
As a childcare provider included caring for premature twin boys (9 months old). As a care provider, my responsibilities included the following: - Created a...
Daisy can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Daisy is the best! She's watched our children regularly, picking them up from school and driving them home, fixing dinner and doing baths. She's started teaching them Spanish. She always brings projects for the kids to do, lots of arts and crafts and even little...
Alison T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting kids, of all ages since I was 13 years old. I taught swim lessons for kids from ages 1-15 years old. For two summers, I was an assistant swim coach, dealing with over 180 swim team members. I work Full time 8-5 p.m. Monday - Friday so I am Available after 5pm/ date nights.
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Melissa has been a great sitter for our family!"
Michelle B.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Leonardo, NJ
Yasemin A.
5.0
Yasemin is here every time she said she'd be here, she is very sweet & is great with our son. We're happy to have met her! Finally we have a reliable babysitter!
- Danielle C.
Leah S.
5.0
Leah babysat for my 4 children, ages 3-11, in the summer of 2017. She was terrific! She always came right on time and kept every date even if we scheduled weeks in advance. She was great with the children and could manage all four. She played with them and was focused on them the entire time. (My 11...
- Heather K.
Cari P.
5.0
Cari takes care of my 20 month old daughter on a daily basis. She is punctual, flexible & an asset to any family! Cari is warm & caring all around awesome! We love having her as part of our little family!!!
- Allison C.
Brianna P.
4.0
Brianna was very Dependable helped in every way. She never had any issues even when my days and schedule got changed,I felt very safe with her and my children. I highly recommend Brianna.
- Jen P.
Beatriz S.
5.0
Bia is great! She babysat my daughter a couple of times this year, very easy going, caring and punctual. She works for our neighbors and sometimes would watch my daughter with other kids also.
- Anna M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Leonardo, NJ:
How can I find a Leonardo babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Leonardo, 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 3 babysitters in Leonardo, 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 Leonardo, NJ?
The average rate for Leonardo, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $16.67 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 Leonardo, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Leonardo, 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.