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60 babysitters are listed in Mountain Lakes, NJ
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Mountain Lakes, NJ
5.0
(1)
I would describe myself as reliable, kind and sensitive to others needs.
Currently I work in the afternoons at an elementary school after care program.
I have morning availability to help reset your house from the morning routine, run errands etc.
My rate is $27 per hour.
Christine can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Dependable and easy to communicate with. So helpful for our day to day needs with our kids. Appreciate her so much!"
Care member
3.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Kayleen, a sophomore in college with about 2+ years of experience. I would constantly baby sit my little brother as well as a little one year til he was old enough to start daycare. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping and meal prepping. As well as taking the kids where they need to be after...
Kayleen can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"We had a great experience with Kayleen. She cared for our two girls (4 and 2) for a week and showed up every day on time and ready to go. Our kids had a great time with her and she leaned in to help cleaning without being asked. Would definitely hire again."
Mike B.
Nashaly M.
Parsippany, NJ
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Behavioral Therapist with a Bachelors in Psychology and interested in babysitting/nannying part time. I love working with kids and have worked at a daycare for almost 2 years and another for about a year now. My mother is also a teacher who has taught me a lot on how to care for a child. I have a 3-year-old brother who...
Nashaly can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Appreciated the responsiveness , things didn't work since we booked someone else but will reach out next time ."
Hitesh M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Dina and serving as a babysitter is one of my many passions that I enjoy. I am a married mother of two wonderful girls, ages 18 & 22. In addition to my own experience as a mother, I have many years of working with different families who have contacted me through this website. As a babysitter, I not only assist...
Dilnoza can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Charlotte M.
Madison, NJ
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hello! My name is Charlotte. A little bit about me-I started as a mother's helper when I was 11 years old, and since then, have been working with children. I babysat up until college and then after receiving a bachelors degree in art education at the University of Vermont, I became a Lead Teacher for the Infant/toddler program.
Charlotte can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Charlotte is clearly passionate about raising children mindfully and lovingly. Her abilities to care take and educate, while infusing her appreciation for art and nature is inspiring, to say the least. Any classroom is lucky to have her warm presence and dedication...
Lily M.
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Martina, and I am a very friendly & trustworthy person. I have variety of experience caring for children.
I worked for 7 years with family of 4 children and currently I am nanny for 2. 5 years old girl. I have volunteer at church camp for many years. I work with all age group , but mostly with infants and...
Martina can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a very reliable, trustworthy, and organized individual who loves to give back and help people in any way possible! In the future I plan to be a pediatric doctor and hopefully work in the hospital! With five years of caregiving experience I have cared for children from ages 3-15. This past summer I worked as the head coach...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Olivia is the most caring, reliable caretaker we have ever had. She's extremely dependable, trustworthy and warmhearted person we know."
Michele P.
Stephanie M.
Denville, NJ
$23-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi there! I have experience caring for children of all ages, as well as creating and executing fun and interesting activities to keep them engaged. I've been a brownie, cub scout and girl scout leader (in total: ages 3-15) for the past 13 years. I'm 11-16 years older than my sister and cousins, so I have exceeding newborn...
Stephanie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Stephanie has always been a reliable caretaker. She goes above and beyond for her care services and always makes sure that both the kids and us are happy. They always ask when is the next time they will see her again!"
Care member
Carla R.
Dover, NJ
$20-50/hr
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Carla, I'm a mother of two wonderful kids who are 16 and 12 years old. I did babysitting from home a few years ago. I love kids and I'm good with them. I currently work at a bank in Chester NJ and I've been at this job for over 5 years. I'm fluent in English and Spanish
5.0
"Carla was absolutely great with our 3 and 4 year old kids. She helped with the house, was organized and detail oriented, and was everything we hoped for in a nanny!"
Curt G.
Emma T.
Roseland, NJ
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
4.4
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have babysat as young as 4 months and as old as 14; additionally, I have experience babysitting children on the spectrum, both verbal and nonverbal. I am a dependable caretaker and sincerely enjoy being able to help busy parents with rambunctious kids. I am open to random dates, recurring days, and anything in between!
My...
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emma took care of my two girls. She was awesome with them. They played, studied and did lot of craft. Emma even helped with my daughters birthday party prep. Will hire her again."
Nidhi R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Dear families and caretakers,
My name is Lauren, and I'm interested in being of help to a loving family. The past five years I have been the music teacher at a private, nonprofit school for students with complex multiple disabilities in Cedar Knolls. I have loved connecting with my students and their families.
As a trained...
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lauren was an extremely dependable camp counselor at Camp Jotoni. This is a camp for children and adults with special needs which means that Lauren's job included a lot of personal care of campers. Her positive attitude and great sense of humor brought out the best...
Vicky T.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have four younger siblings and have loved watching them for years. I am a sophomore in college and have my own car to drive myself to and from your home. I am Red Cross certified and CPR certified. I would love to chat further about how I can assist you!
Gabrielle can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ms. Christie is a wonderful person and truly cares about each one of my kids (there are 9 of them). She takes care of them when they are sick and has a flexible schedule. She also voluntarily helps out around the house with cooking and cleaning. My kids adore Gab...
Catherine M.
Michelle K.
Madison, NJ
$23-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello... I am looking for a babysitting job in my neighborhood. If anyone has an interest in me, I would be appreciated if you send me a message. Thanks.
Michelle can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Michelle helps us on weekends and week nights. She is incredibly driven, committed to learning the way the family works, eager to learn, eager to help, and brings tons of fun and engaging activities for children. We feel so lucky to have her a part of our team!"
Katie S.
Stephania G.
Caldwell, NJ
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Special Education Teacher Seeking Part/full Time Summer Babysitting Employment (open To Other Hours!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been teaching as a Special Education teacher for 7 years-I have also been babysitting for 20 years with children ranging from infancy to pre-teen. I have experience as a teacher, assistant, day care aid, camp counselor, tutor, and other child-care job positions!
I am patient, fun-loving, responsible, and kind and have...
Stephania can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Stephania as a summer babysitter for our 10 and 6 year old children, and eventually as a tutor for our 10 year old son. She is responsible, energetic and kind. She is confident and did a great job getting to know our children quickly - so she could...
Christine A.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I can help you with pick up, drop-offs within Caldwell, Roseland, and Essex Fells. I work until 3-ish so I am unable to travel to towns that are further away. I can run your errands and do food shopping too. I respond to everyone that sends me a message even if I am unavailable to help, as a common courtesy.
I have two teenage...
Roseanne can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Roseanne is a very reliable, thoughtful, and kind caretaker. She was so helpful in caring for our child and we would highly recommend her."
Mona M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a great experience with children and have always enjoyed looking after them. I would love to work with a caring family who is looking for a responsible and energetic sitter. I am 29 years old, and I graduated from the Veterinarian assistant program at The Morris County Vocational School. I am also a certified Yoga and...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"We loved working with Jessica as the full time nanny to our son. She cared for him from 1 years old to 2 years old and we trusted her completely. We love how warm and caring her demeanor is, how she puts safety first and cared for him like her own. Jessica not only...
Sara S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, creative, and dependable
I like working with kids because I enjoy watching them grow into their own little personalities. As a 5yr dance teacher I shared my own passion and knowledge of sport with them and watched the excitement on their faces just brought me so much joy and ever since...
5.0
"We hired Isabella as our helper 2 days a week. We couldn't be happier with hiring her. She is the perfect addition to our little family. She is amazing with our daughter, punctual, helpful and professional. So far so good!"
Christina B.
Vanessa C.
Morristown, NJ
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Vanessa, I am 27 years old and I am from Mexico. I've been taking care of children since I was a teenager, I was a dance instructor at school where I taught lessons to different groups of children in kindergarten, elementary and middle school and babysitting in my free time. I came to USA and finished my Au Pair...
5.0
"Vanessa is a creative and very responsible girl with a great ability to connect and take care of children. Her good education is reflected in her way she treats families and children. I have seen her journey through different families and how each child loves her...
Isabel G.
Destiny S.
Dover, NJ
$23/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(14)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I absolutely love kids. I've had many years of experience ever since I was young from watching newborns to teenagers throughout the years. I am a very reliable and responsible young woman, who is willing to expand my experiences even more with babysitting. Some words to describe me would be positive, energetic, fun, and happy....
Destiny can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Destiny Came through for me in a pinch with my infant son. He took to her immediately and she was so wonderful with him. He was so calm and happy around her. Certain circumstances of my own prevent me from being able to use Destiny full-time, but if my...
Victoria S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Angelica. I am 35 years old I have been a professional nanny, Housekeeper, DogSitter for the past 15 years. I am a mature, responsible, honest, reliable and cheerful person with excellent childcare and interpersonal skills, I simply love children, love caring for them and find them fascinating, and I am seeking...
Angelica can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"Angie is currently working for us, watching our two children. She is punctual, respectful, hard working and loving! I feel very comfortable going to work every day knowing that Angie will be home with the children and trust her completely with their care. She is...
Nora N.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Mountain Lakes, NJ
Christine G.
5.0
Dependable and easy to communicate with. So helpful for our day to day needs with our kids. Appreciate her so much!
- Care member
Kayleen S.
5.0
We had a great experience with Kayleen. She cared for our two girls (4 and 2) for a week and showed up every day on time and ready to go. Our kids had a great time with her and she leaned in to help cleaning without being asked. Would definitely hire again.
- Mike B.
Nashaly M.
5.0
Appreciated the responsiveness , things didn't work since we booked someone else but will reach out next time .
- Hitesh M.
Charlotte M.
5.0
Charlotte is a warm, silly and enthusiastic teacher. I have had the honor of working with her as her assistant teacher. Charlotte knows how to bring a child's interests to the forefront of their day in a way that is creative, artistic and engaging. She is very in-tune with children's feelings and...
- Anna W.
Olivia C.
5.0
Olivia is the most caring, reliable caretaker we have ever had. She's extremely dependable, trustworthy and warmhearted person we know.
- Michele P.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Mountain Lakes, NJ:
How can I find a Mountain Lakes babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Mountain Lakes, 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 Mountain Lakes, 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 Mountain Lakes, NJ?
The average rate for Mountain Lakes, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $20.67 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 Mountain Lakes, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Mountain Lakes, 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.