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60 babysitters are listed in Leonardo, NJ
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Leonardo, NJ
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently a third grade elementary school teacher and mommy to my beautiful daughter. I have been teaching in an elementary school for 5 years. I also have years of experience as a babysitter, child care worker and preschool teacher. I am 29 years old, CPR certified, non smoker, and have many references. Looking for a...
Lindsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Lindsey was responsible, loving, and very playful with my children. If my original sitter had not returned looking for full time work, I would probably still be using her!"
Sacha M.
5.0
(9)
I have 20 years of childcare experience. The most recent position was from 9/2023 till 6/2024 I was a babysitter to a 4-year-old girl (who turned 5 in Feb. 24). I picked her up from school, gave her a snack, played with her, took her to dance class on Wednesdays. We went to the park on good weather days or played ball or other...
Joan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Joanie is very patient and involved with the children she cares for. To her credit, she has worked with the same family for over 10 years and in my opinion, speaks volumes to her character. She is very dependable and takes great pride in her work. She truly enjoys...
Joe E.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Thank you for checking out my profile. My name is Kathleen and I have nearly 15 years of childcare experience. I have babysat for 15+ families as well as dog and house sat for various owners. Most of my experience comes from working at on and off at daycare for 10 years before moving into nannying. I am also active in the...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I would highly recommend Kathleen as a nanny. She capably juggles the schedules of our two sons (2.5 years and 4 months) and matches their energy - able to engage well with both boys. She is easy to get along with, flexible around our time needs, and follows COVID...
William O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always worked with children, I am a Portuguese teacher.
I worked as a babysitter for a family that has a girl and twin boys, ages 3 and 4. I have a Homemaker certificate - HHA and CPR.
I speak Portuguese, English and Spanish.
I am a nanny for a long time, I have excellent references and I love working with babies, I am...
Rosana can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I've had Rosana as my babysitter for 2 months now for a few days of the week and she's excellent. Besides the help that she provides by playing, changing, feeding, and stimulating my 15 mos old baby, she's extremely reliable and trustworthy. I feel completely at...
Mindy K.
Jacqueline S.
Long Branch, NJ
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for an autistic child for over 20yrs, I have also cared for the elderly. Caring for others is my passion and knowing that I can make them feel better about them selves. I'm currently looking for full-time or part-time care giver positions.
Jacqueline can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"We have used Jacki for about four months now beginning when our daughter was only 3 months old. Jacki is caring, loving, punctual, and mature. She was incredibly flexible as we went from no schedule to changing schedules as our daughter's needs changed. We also...
G J.
5.0
(3)
Hello! My name is Laila and I am a full-time 6th grade Language Arts Teacher in Colts Neck, NJ. I live in Matawan, NJ. I am 26 years old and I have experience babysitting for a variety of different ages and needs. I have a love for teaching, learning, and connecting with young minds! I have worked in childcare/education for 7+...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Laila was a wonderful caregiver - who was attentive, prompt, responsible, and eager to do a good job. She was so sweet to my kids. "
Care member
4.2
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I would like to introduce myself: I am the loving mother of three grown children, dedicating my life to caring for others. I have worn many hats, and have found my calling in child care. It's very rewarding and makes me happy. I am CPR and First Aid Certified, and fully Covid vaccinated, including a third booster shot. I...
Dawn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I've been working with Dawn for a few months as daytime caretaker for my infant son; she is soft spoken and attentive with him, dependable, flexible and eager to make herself useful and help however she is able to!"
Tiffany B.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of grown children. My career was not in childcare but I have had much experience working with children. Along with raising my three children and being very involved with all their activities I taught CCD (Sunday school) for 14 years. In doing so I had to go through all state mandated child abuse and safety courses....
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Nicole has been such a wonderful caregiver for our daughter who is 15 months old. We never had someone who wasn't family watch her so this was a new process for us, but instantly I knew Nicole would be an amazing fit for us. I feel completely at ease knowing my...
Gabby G.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a 6th grade English teacher full time. I am currently looking for a summer position for the summer of 2024.
I graduated from Montclair State University in 2018 where I worked on campus at a daycare with children ranging in ages of birth-preschool. For all of 2020 I worked with a new born, 2-year-old, and 3-year-old full...
Joanne can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Karina K.
Highlands, NJ
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Karina, graduated from Rowan University. I have a very large, close knit family, one sister and many younger cousins that I have had the pleasure in getting to watch. My sister is 6 years younger than me and I have 12 cousins who range from age 16 to 1 years old who I have the pleasure of looking after. When I was...
Karina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Nicole C.
Port Monmouth, NJ
$24/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have a degree in Early Childhood Education from Kean University. I've been working with children since I was 17. I am currently working as a preschool teacher in a school district. Looking for a part time babysitting job for the summer. I am also a mother of 2 boys ages 11 and 15.
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Terri-Ann. I am an Early Intervention Therapist and have worked with children professionally from toddler through High School in settings as broad as babysitting in the home, therapeutic intervention practitioner, public school educator, Sunday School teacher or Mad Scientist! I am safety conscious,...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
Hi! I am from New Jersey and moved to Boston to get my masters in public health. I am currently in between jobs in the healthcare industry; therefore I currently have a free schedule with very flexible hours. I have been babysitting for about 12 years now and am 27 years old. I love kids and have babysat all ages ranging from...
Brooke can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a fun-loving babysitter. I simply enjoy spending time with children. I pride myself on being able to ensure a safe, positive and fun environment for the kids. It is very easy for me to connect with kids and I love doing all different kinds of activities such as parks, plays, the beach, or even having a dance party!...
Danielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Hi my name is Jennifer, I am 24 years old. Coming from a big family where I have 4 younger siblings who I have helped care for since a young age, I have learned how to keep children entertained, happy & safe. My experience would include children of all ages and pets. A little bit about me; I would consider myself to be crafty,...
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
I've worked in child care for over 20 years. I have three children and I volunteer at my church as a Sunday School teacher. I have been working at my early childhood school for 19 years with 15 years of teaching pre-k children and working 4 years as a director. I have my first aid and CPR certification. I love working and caring...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Cheyenne R.
Middletown, NJ
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have been babysitting family friends children for a few years and I absolutely love it. I am a god mother to a little 5-year-old. I love kids and they always call me their favorite babysitter. I also love dogs as well. I am looking for a full-time nanny/babysitter job!
Cheyenne can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Nicole K.
Highlands, NJ
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I provide child care ranging from after school assistance, to weekend stays in your home. With over 10+ years of child care experience I have cared for ages 6 months through 10 years. I have 5 years of daycare experience, working for a local daycare as an aid. In addition to my experience at the daycare, I have been babysitting...
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
I have had 10 years of experience watching children of all ages. I worked at a Country Club children's camp for 4 years with children between the ages of 6 and 8. I have cared for infants and kids as old as 13. For all of my babysitting jobs I have driven kids to school, camp, sports practices, gymnastics camp, tutoring, etc. I...
Hayley can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
My name is Paige! I have been babysitting since I was 13 and I am now 28! I have had nannying jobs, babysitting jobs, and more. I was a Special Education and Elementary School Teacher for 5 years. I was laid off and decided to go elsewhere with my career. Since then, I have been working managing Yoga Studios in Monmouth County....
Paige can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Leonardo, NJ
Lindsey B.
5.0
Lindsey was responsible, loving, and very playful with my children. If my original sitter had not returned looking for full time work, I would probably still be using her!
- Sacha M.
Joan D.
5.0
Joanie is very patient and involved with the children she cares for. To her credit, she has worked with the same family for over 10 years and in my opinion, speaks volumes to her character. She is very dependable and takes great pride in her work. She truly enjoys caring for children.
- Joe E.
Kathleen S.
5.0
Kathleen was our part time nanny for our daughter from when she was 2 years old. She was with us for 1.5 years and was absolutely fantastic. Our daughter warned to her right away. Kathleen has warm kind fun energy and is extremely trustworthy and responsible. She has the most wonderful way of...
- Julia H.
Rosana O.
5.0
I've had Rosana as my babysitter for 2 months now for a few days of the week and she's excellent. Besides the help that she provides by playing, changing, feeding, and stimulating my 15 mos old baby, she's extremely reliable and trustworthy. I feel completely at ease leaving him while I run...
- Mindy K.
Jacqueline S.
5.0
We have used Jacki for about four months now beginning when our daughter was only 3 months old. Jacki is caring, loving, punctual, and mature. She was incredibly flexible as we went from no schedule to changing schedules as our daughter's needs changed. We also only use her on a part time basis, but...
- G J.
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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 4 babysitters in Leonardo, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 $16.00 per hour as of November 2024. 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 2024, 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.