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Find babysitters in Matawan, NJ that you’ll love
60 babysitters are listed in Matawan, NJ
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Matawan, NJ
5.0
(1)
I have 25 years' experience in the medical field caring for the elderly in both private home setting and Hospital based. I'm a Certified Medical Assistant, Certified EKG Technician, Certified Phlebotomist, Certified Patient Care Technician and CPR/AED Certified. Not only do I have the medical training I'm also extremely...
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"She is wonderful with children."
Nick M.
Christine T.
Keansburg, NJ
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love children. I have over 20 years experience working with children. I work for Goddard School in Middletown. He is a cancer survivor. I have also volunteered on the pediatric cancer floor in Newark Beth Israel.
5.0
"Christine has been the nanny for my two little boys (3.5yrs and 22 months) since my little one was 10 weeks old. She is kind, loving and very dependable. She is like family to us and my boys love her. She helps us with early education, potty training and other...
Abigail W.
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 trustworthy, reliable, and cares about my little one. He enjoys spending time with her more than any other babysitter. I highly recommend her. "
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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, 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: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Sarah was a great babysitter. She was responsive and listened to everything that was told. My daughter loved her."
Anna B.
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: Light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"My husband and I interviewed Gerisol and she showed up on time and presented herself very well. She had a great connection with my daughter and we would have hired her however the nanny we have been using decided to stay with us after being offered a full time job....
Sarah H.
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have two toddlers of my own and I am currently a Preschool teacher that works with children ages 2-3. I have a degree in speech pathology and took courses in childhood development. I am available to help on weekends :)
Julie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Personable and professional. Helped me out when my scheduled babysitter fell ill. Stepped in with short notice and a great attitude. My 7 year old, and 16 month old, liked her very much. Two thumbs up!"
Arlia W.
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, 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.
Jaslin C.
Perth Amboy, NJ
$17/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Jaslin! Im currently a full time Paraprofessional at an elementary Public School. I specifically work with children in Special Education but also have worked with children from infant-3rd grade. Previously, I worked as a Teacher Assistant at a Private daycare, non-smoker and have my own vehicle. I have my bachelors...
Jaslin can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"This was the first time I used an agency/website service, and I thought they were great. Jaslin was very prompt, and amazing. My son who is shy fell in love with her instantly. Jaslin put my worries at ease and made me feel comfortable with using her as a...
Christine C.
Danielle B.
East Brunswick, NJ
$28/hr • 12 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Need a date night sitter? Babysitter? Help with laundry? Organizing? Light cleaning? Cooking? Meal prep? Errands? Look no further!! I am a fun and energetic individual that will care for your family and home like my own. I'm trustworthy & dependable and ready to tackle those tiresome tasks.. My job is to make your life easier.
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
5.0
"Danielle was able to help us when quite a few possible sitters fell through. She is the first person to care for our daughter who is not a family member. Danielle was able to keep her calm, happy and engaged the entire day. Her communication was prompt and clear...
Angela W.
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
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 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! . I am a very reliable and patient person who has had years of experience caring for children of all ages. I'm currently an elementary school teacher.
About Me:
-I have 7 years experience babysitting.
-I have taught Kindergarten and First grade.
-I have tutored children of different ages and disabilities.
-Over the...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am the parent of two daughters, ages 25 & 28. I stopped working to raise my children and to start an electrical contracting business with my husband. While at home with my girls, I became very involved in their schools and volunteered for years as they were growing up. I have cared for several children in the past until they...
Loreen can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Dependable Honest Reliable baby sitter and senior care enjoy working with children do activity prepare snack dinner help with home work do activity ready for bed experience with special needs children CMA, CPR, CHHA, CNA love working with children & adult now I'm available over night and mornings I never had covid19 and I'm...
Manjit can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Manjit is very reliable and dependable. She helped with picking and dropping off my 4 year daughter and is good with children as well. "
Ash R.
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: Light cleaning, meal prep
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.
4.5
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have worked for many families. I am also oldest in my family so I cared for brothers and many cousins throughout the years. I cook, and clean. I do it all. I give 150 percent. I am loyal, punctual love children animals, and I am a neat freak. My first and foremost priority is the safety and happiness of your child. I have...
Charlene can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Charlene worked for me for about 8 months and I loved her. The kids really loved her and she treated them like family. She left only because I lost my job in October. I am hoping to use her again when I get another job. She was always on time and has a great...
Naomi S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 7+ years of experience working with individuals with various special needs ages ranging from birth to 12 years old. I have years of experience babysitting. I have received numerous valuable training from my previous employers, specially being a certified chef I can quickly adapt and learn new things.
Gina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"My daughter loves her ! I refuse to let anyone else watch my daughter if she's not available "
Vanessa M.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Aracely, I'm currently a 20-year-old student at Monmouth University and I am currently looking for a babysitting job.
I first started babysitting at 14 years old. I like working with kids because they are so fun and creative! I feel like a kid on the inside and love playing with them because putting a smile on...
Aracely can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"For the past 6 months Aracely has been my two-year old daughter’s weekly babysitter and we are so happy she came into our lives! My daughter is always excited to see her and runs to her for a big hug when she arrives. Aracely is very professional and stays in touch...
Maureen M.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Matawan, NJ
Annmarie M.
5.0
She is wonderful with children.
- Nick M.
Christine T.
5.0
Christine has been the nanny for my two little boys (3.5yrs and 22 months) since my little one was 10 weeks old. She is kind, loving and very dependable. She is like family to us and my boys love her. She helps us with early education, potty training and other vital activities. I would recommend...
- Abigail W.
Aida Z.
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 rest assured that your kid(s) are...
- Care member
Sarah B.
5.0
Sarah was a great babysitter. She was responsive and listened to everything that was told. My daughter loved her.
- Anna B.
Gerisol R.
5.0
Gerisol is INCREDIBLE at what she does. She loves her job and has a genuine love and care for the children she looks after. She is so intentional with my girls- turning the tv off, playing with them on their level, challenging them and teaching them new things. She’s so patient with them and...
- Care member
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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 23 babysitters in Matawan, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.4. 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 $19.35 per hour as of April 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 Rating4.4 / 5
Babysitters in Matawan, NJ are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.