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60 babysitters are listed in Metuchen, NJ
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Metuchen, NJ
5.0
(3)
I grew up in a big family both immediate and extended. I am the oldest of seven and I have been surrounded by babies/young children my entire life. I also babysit at school. I have been with that family for almost two years now and continue to have a good relationship with them. I am trustworthy, responsible, and reliable.
Kayleigh can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Kayleigh is great. She's sweet, responsible and polite. Very respectful and the kids love her."
Brooke G.
Melynda J.
Metuchen, NJ
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mom-Helper-Babysitter-Pet Sitter-Elderly Care-Extraordinaire
My name is Melynda and I am a wonderfully happy, outgoing, kind and personable. I am looking for work as a mothers helper, babysitter, elderly care helper, errand runner, date night sitter, grocery shopper, etc. I have a full time job but need extra income, so am willing to help out as needed on nights or weekends. I love people...
Melynda can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Amber C.
Metuchen, NJ
$17-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
LOOKING FOR BABYSITTING, RELIABLE TRANSPORTATION, CHILD CARE & MORE!
Hi! My name is Amber. I am home for the summer. I am also a graduate of Metuchen High! I will be a Junior this coming fall at JMU & have been studying hospitality and business! If you are looking for babysitting, child care or a reliable transportation method for your child I am the person for you!
Amber can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with light housekeeping, art, and learning! . I'm 18 years old, however I am more than capable with caring for your family! I have experience with special education, babysitting, pet sitting, and tutoring.
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
I have 10 years of babysitting experience, 7 years of professional paid work with children, and 7 years of experience working with kids with autism ages 2-18. I completed my BS in Communication Sciences and Disorders at the University of Vermont. My post-grad work experience includes 1. 5 years of working as a therapist in an...
Olivia can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Briel C.
Metuchen, NJ
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children. With five years of childcare experience, and 4 years of teaching experience, I'm a reliable and enthusiastic caregiver for up to four children, ranging from newborns to preteens. I prioritize open communication with parents, following their preferred methods...
Anita M.
Metuchen, NJ
$30-35/hr • 9 yrs exp
My name is Anita and I am a 27-year-old professional nanny with nearly a decade of experience. Growing up as the youngest in my family, I often wished for a younger sibling. While that wish didn't come true, I had the joy of caring for a baby cousin, which ignited my love for nurturing and supporting young ones. I would even...
Brenda U.
Metuchen, NJ
$25-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! I am a very reliable and patient, person who has approximately 10 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers.
im also a mother of two.
With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. With all experience, I'm able to provide a...
Brenda can also help with: Light cleaning
Alejandra M.
Metuchen, NJ
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a hardworking student who happens to have a love for children. I have a lot of experience with babies and children ages 1-8 and children with autism. I am bilingual, diligent, organized, great at multitasking and I have a fun and silly personality that children seem to love!
Alejandra can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Katherine G.
Metuchen, NJ
$15-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as responsible, honest, dedication.
I like working with kids because they teach me alot about what life is.
I'm looking for a job that appreciates my work. be flexible with my time. I am looking for a job just for weekends and holidays
I started working with kids in 2017
In my spare time, I like...
Hello! I am 21 years old, I am currently an assistant teacher for infants and toddlers. My care goal is to become a neonatal nurse :). I enjoy working with children. I have taken care of children from all age ranges and I have worked with children who have special needs.
Damaris can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
Hi! My name is Madison and I have 6 years of child care experience. I am currently a senior at Rowan University. I am able to prepare meals, tidy up, help with homework, play games, make crafts, and help with any other needs. I have worked with children from infants to 12-year-olds. I have experience as an assistant teacher at a...
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Delia K.
Cranford, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible, Energetic College Student Looking For Weekly Babysitting Job!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Delia, I'm a 25 y/o legal professional looking for babysitting opportunities on the weekends/after school hours on certain weekdays (I work a hybrid schedule). I currently work full-time in NYC and live in Westfield. I have about 11 years of experience with children ages 2 and up. I'm energetic, responsible, organized...
Delia can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ms. Delia K. is a caring, responsible, knowledgeable, determined, hard working individual. She is dependable and very resourceful. Her interaction with children is sincere and concise, providing great communication and compassion. She is also amazing at hands on...
Yvette D.
Petra B.
Highland Park, NJ
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced Baby Sitter Have My Own Child Personal Experience
5.0
(1)
Hello everyone I have a 11-year-old son. I believe the best babysitting experience comes from having children of your own. I also worked as a babysitter in the past. I graduated from Rutgers. I am a caring babysitter that loves kids. I like outdoor activities as well as indoor board games =)
Petra can also help with: Travel
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have many years of experience caring for children of all ages. I am looking to obtain part-time babysitting jobs in the afternoon, evenings and some weekends. 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 comfort...
Maria can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maria is fantastic! She provided evening care for our 3yo daughter S for 5 months, 3x/week (~12 hours). Maria picked S up from daycare, prepared meals, bathed her, and put her to bed before we arrived home late in the evenings. She was an extended member of the...
Victoria A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Tiiera and I am interested in being your Nanny! I am currently a Masters of Social Work candidate at Rutgers University and I have about 2-3 years of experience with nanny/babysitting work. I have a clean driving and background record, I don't smoke or drink, and I can provide resume upon request. If you're...
Tiiera can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Tiiera is reliable baby sitter. She kept great communication with me and my husband. My daughter is 10 months and she took great care of her. We hired her twice and both times she came on time. She has a bubbly personality. Will hire her again."
Iesha W.
Karina S.
Plainfield, NJ
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, I have my GDA babysitting certificate. I also did a first aid course. I worked in a daycare for three years.
Karina can also help with: Meal prep
5.0
"Kind ! Has kids of her own ! Understanding And dependable"
Michelle G.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Nicole, I'm 27 years old . I'm the oldest of four girls and I believe that's where my love for children and care giving stems from. I have 13 years experience, 7 of those years paid and the other 6 were volunteer in a church nursery and as a Sunday school teacher, working with children from 6 weeks to 10...
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nicole is a true gem. She currently works for our family full time during the week as a nanny for our 3.5 year old and newly welcomed infant. She has an incredible amount of energy and is never at a loss for activities for our toddler. And she is gentle, loving,...
Care member
4.8
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a second grade teacher in Somerville, NJ, but live in Somerset. I love kids, I have been working with them for years and would love to meet you and your lovely family and help out in any way I can. . I was a lifeguard for 6 years, have my Master's Degree, and have experience in Customer Service and Childcare. My...
Samantha can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Samatha definitely is a person you can trust to leave your dog and a house with!
I would suggest on a pay-as-we-go arrangement, rather than an upfront bullet payment though. We factually paid for 3 hours daily spent at our house with a dog, but Samatha was...
Oleksandra K.
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: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
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.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Metuchen, NJ
Kayleigh K.
5.0
Kayleigh has been our babysitter for the past 4 years. My kids love it when she watches them because she is fun, plays games with them and has even taken them out to dinner. We have had such a great experience with Kayleigh. She is reliable and responsible and a great role model. We are lucky to...
- Rachael M.
Delia K.
5.0
Ms. Delia K. is a caring, responsible, knowledgeable, determined, hard working individual. She is dependable and very resourceful. Her interaction with children is sincere and concise, providing great communication and compassion. She is also amazing at hands on projects with children.
- Yvette D.
Maria S.
5.0
Maria is fantastic! She provided evening care for our 3yo daughter S for 5 months, 3x/week (~12 hours). Maria picked S up from daycare, prepared meals, bathed her, and put her to bed before we arrived home late in the evenings. She was an extended member of the family and very kind, patient with...
- Victoria A.
Tiiera B.
5.0
Tiiera is reliable baby sitter. She kept great communication with me and my husband. My daughter is 10 months and she took great care of her. We hired her twice and both times she came on time. She has a bubbly personality. Will hire her again.
- Iesha W.
Karina S.
5.0
Kind ! Has kids of her own ! Understanding And dependable
- Michelle G.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Metuchen, NJ:
How can I find a Metuchen babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Metuchen, 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 12 babysitters in Metuchen, 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 Metuchen, NJ?
The average rate for Metuchen, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $21.00 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 Metuchen, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Metuchen, 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.