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60 babysitters are listed in Matawan, NJ
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Matawan, NJ
Shamsiya I.
East Brunswick, NJ
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...
Shamsiya can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I am writing this review with immense gratitude and appreciation for Sasha who has been an integral part of our family for several years. From infancy to the teenage years, she has played a crucial role in the lives of our children, and her impact has been nothing...
Nida A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
(Profile updated as of Oct 2024)
Hi there! I have experience working with kids with behavioral and conduct issues (Clinical Psychology Internship) aged 6-13, and I spent almost a year working at a Pediatric office as a Medical Assistant. I have also babysat for a few families in the past, including toddlers. I am looking for...
Cagla can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cagla is a responsible and trustworthy student. She is punctual and very gentle with kids. I strongly recommend her to families looking to find a reliable person to assist them with their children. "
Irem Alexandra Y.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Looking for summer employment in educational childcare!
Certified teacher in general education and special education, with over 5 years teaching experience specializing in K-5 instruction. Also, experienced as a nanny and working with children aged 6 weeks to 5 years old at a daycare for 4 years. Passionate and dedicated to...
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Nicole is a very trustworthy babysitter. She always was on time and I could even call her last minute and she would show up. My kids loved her because she would always play with them. I highly recommend Nicole if you want a very dependable babysitter."
Samantha M.
Shannon B.
Hazlet, NJ
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Pediatric Emergency Room Register Nurse & Previous NICU Nurse/ Experienced Babysitter
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 27-year-old Pediatric Emergency Room Nurse, Was previously a NICU nurse for 5 years. I am in the Bucks County Area! I am CPR/first aid, breastfeeding resource for CHOP hospital & PALS & NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Certified). I have a very long background with newborns, infants, toddlers, early school aged children. This...
Shannon can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Shannon is wonderful! She connected with our kids immediately and they had so much fun with her! She was able to handle a lot of logistics with ease (pick up from school, take to activities, etc.). Will definitely hire her again!"
Jaime M.
4.5
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Hannah, and I am 24 years old. I currently attend State University and I am in their teacher education program pursuing a joint bachelor/master of arts in teaching for P-3 early childhood education for special and general education.
I graduated this May with my bachelor's portion of my degree, then I went back...
Hannah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Hannah has always been a very experienced, reliable and caring babysitter for my son. She loves children and takes her job very seriously."
Brian E.
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)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a biology teacher looking for part-time work over the summer as a sitter, pet caretaker, house sitter, and/or tutor. I have 1 year of experience as a full time 8th, 11th, and 12th grade biology teacher, 6 years of part-time experience in elementary and middle school education, as well as 2 years of experience as a college...
Antoinette can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"You are getting a caregiver that is truly the "top brass" if you hire Antoinette. She was absolutely wonderful with my daughter, incredibly professional and reliable. I'll be hard pressed to find another caregiver that I'm as comfortable with. She's highly...
Pam D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have a good experience in baby sitting. I worked before in a baby class and a nursery for 3 years.
I also have good experience in taking care of babies and toddlers
In addition to that, I was a pre-school class teacher
I am bilingual and multi-cultured young lady with a passion for children.
Samya can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Samya was awesome! Connected with my 10 month year old daughter really well. Was very patient. Such a positive spirit. My daughter loved her. "
Kim F.
4.4
(9)
Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Victoria ! I am 22 years old and attending Quinnipiac University. I am enrolled in the MAT program for elementary education. I have 10+ years of experience working with children from ages one to 13. I began helping and caring for my younger sister, since she is 10 years younger than me. From then, I have branched...
Victoria can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is a God send. The girls fell in love with her right from the first day, she has been very accommodating with my return times due to work and has even helped me out on weekends."
Shanmukha P.
Dina E.
Leonardo, NJ
$24-28/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'm Dina, A 22 Year Old Who Loves To Help Make Differences :)
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as fun, energetic and compassionate
I like working with kids because I like being a positive influence in their lives.
I started working with kids when I was 12 years old, starting with my family then my neighbors
In my spare time, I like to cook and spend time with my family
One thing you...
Dina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Dina is a warm, kind, responsible person. She has a bright and sunny disposition. She is a problem solver. She is reliable and competent. My children adored having her as a caregiver. Highly recommend!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always worked with children, I am a Portuguese teacher.
I am certified in 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 organized, careful, attentive, trustworthy and punctual.
Rosana can also help with: Light cleaning
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.
Lisa F.
East Brunswick, NJ
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Lisa I am a part time dental assistant looking for some extra hours during the week to help out a family in need. I have two children of my own that are now grown up and starting their own families. I am willing to help out with before or after school hours, assistant with meal prep, homework, cleaning, keeping the...
Lisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"I'm so happy to have met Lisa. She's great with my 3 year old and he looks forward to playing with her every week. I feel very fortunate to have her babysitting my greatest gift."
Jenniferlynn M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 6 years of experience caring for multiple families' children of all ages. I can help with any duties around the house, schoolwork, pets, and am comfortable with any age child. I also have experience with special needs. I have a car and am able to help with driving or picking up. I am comfortable with cooking and cleaning....
Mackenzie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Mackenzie was kind and patient with my daughter, who loved spending the day with her and can't wait to do it again. "
Melissa L.
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Aida. 46y. o. I am a mom of 3 kids. They are school students. Reliable, kind, energetic and trustworthy. Non smoking.
Aida can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Aida is amazing and I highly recommend her. My son had many babysitters, but he'd never ask him to visit any of them until he met Aida. She's caring, reliable, and trustworthy. She treats my son as if he's hers. Please don't even think twice before hiring her and...
Care member
Carla J.
Staten Island, NY
$20-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
A Special Educator With Experience With Children Of All Ages, Available Part Time Babysitter.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently an elementary Special Education teacher for the Department of Education under the Autism Spectrum program and I have been working with children for over 5 years. I have experience with children of all ages, both in general education and students with special needs. I have received my Master's in Special Education,...
Carla can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Sarah B.
Staten Island, NY
$21/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sarah and I am 19 years old. I have been babysitting for about 2 years now. I can help with Crafts and Cooking/Meal Preparation.
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Sarah was a great babysitter. She was responsive and listened to everything that was told. My daughter loved her."
Anna B.
Amanda B.
Hazlet, NJ
$20/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old and have continued to do so throughout the years. I have watched many different children of all ages, ranging from infancy to teenage years, and some with special needs. The most I have watched at a time is 6 kids. I am also a teacher and love nothing more than working with...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Gerisol R.
Morganville, NJ
$46/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 7 years of experience being a nanny. From newborn to school age. My responsibility included meal prep, pickups/dropoffs, lighthouse cleaning , kids laundry and run errands. I have tons of awesome references .
Gerisol can also help with: Travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Any family that has gerisol to watch their kids would be lucky!! Gerisol took care of my 10month year old for a whole year back in 2021. She really became part of the family and helped my child in her development and growth. Gerisol went above and beyond - did all...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Thank you for your interest in my profile. My name is Agnieszka (English - Agnes). I am a 30-year-old Polish woman who has been a child care provider for the last 10 years. I have also studied in child care related fields. In 2013, I finished the Childcare Management Certificate at the NYU and I also became a Montessori...
Agnieszka can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Agnies has been employed by our family for the past 18 months and we can wholeheartedly say that it has been a true pleasure having Aga in our home and with our children.
As working parents, it is difficult to leave your children for countless hours a week in...
Danielle B.
Carol G.
Keyport, NJ
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Part-time Reliable, Fun And Mature Caregiver Available For Afternoon And Evening Position
4.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Carol. I am a grandmother that loves caring for children. I have taken care of my 2 grandchildren. They are now 19 and 14. I had an enjoyable after school sitter position for 2 school aged children for 2 1/2 years. I picked them up at the bus stop, assisted them with homework and transported them to various...
Carol can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Consider yourself honored and very lucky to get a babysitter like Carol..she is wonderful with my 3 year old twins. They are actually very excited and happy to hear that Carol is coming over to watch them.She has a lot of experience. She is loyal and very...
James M.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Matawan, NJ
Shamsiya I.
5.0
I am writing this review with immense gratitude and appreciation for Sasha who has been an integral part of our family for several years. From infancy to the teenage years, she has played a crucial role in the lives of our children, and her impact has been nothing short of extraordinary.
Sasha...
- Nida A.
Cagla B.
5.0
Cagla is a responsible and trustworthy student. She is punctual and very gentle with kids. I strongly recommend her to families looking to find a reliable person to assist them with their children.
- Irem Alexandra Y.
Nicole G.
5.0
Nicole is a very trustworthy babysitter. She always was on time and I could even call her last minute and she would show up. My kids loved her because she would always play with them. I highly recommend Nicole if you want a very dependable babysitter.
- Samantha M.
Shannon B.
5.0
Shannon is wonderful! She connected with our kids immediately and they had so much fun with her! She was able to handle a lot of logistics with ease (pick up from school, take to activities, etc.). Will definitely hire her again!
- Jaime M.
Hannah S.
5.0
On time. Reliable. Good communicator. Helpful. Was able to do a whole night with no screen time (kids didn’t even notice). My kids loved playing with her and asked for her over and over. She taught them monopoly and was gentle and patient with my youngest. We also trusted her with some pickups from...
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Matawan, NJ:
How can I find a Matawan babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Matawan, 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 20 babysitters in Matawan, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.2. 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 Matawan, NJ?
The average rate for Matawan, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $17.45 per hour as of January 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 Matawan, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Matawan, 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.
Ratings for Matawan, NJ babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.2 / 5
Babysitters in Matawan, NJ are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.