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5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Luzines but everyone just calls me Lucy. I'm recently graduated with an MBA from Monmouth University. I would describe myself as down to earth, caring, and responsible. In my free time, I enjoy playing soccer, painting, and reading.
I have experience babysitting children ages 6m to 12yo. As a caregiver I...
Luzines can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lucy cared for our 18 month old as a live-in nanny one summer, and then again for a month when we went on a large family trip - she came with us. She has awesome instincts with kids, make excellent decisions on safety and fun activities, and our daughter completely...
Britt F.
4.5
(2)
As a childcare provider, I bring a decade of experience in nurturing and educating young minds. My passion lies in fostering children's growth and development, and I strive to make a positive impact on their lives. I'm a patient, calm, and formal individual who believes in open communication with parents, following their...
Brianna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
4.0
"Brianna was very Dependable helped in every way. She never had any issues even when my days and schedule got changed,I felt very safe with her and my children. I highly recommend Brianna. "
Jen P.
5.0
(1)
I have a lot of experience with babysitting. I have babysat for children from ages newborn-middle school. I really enjoy it and I have the ability to get along with children easily; I have a playful and cheerful attitude; and I'm responsible and caring towards children!
Katelyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Katelyn watched my one year old son when I went back to work. She made my transition very easy. She was able to keep my son on the same schedule. He loved playing with Katelyn. When she comes home from college, he gets so excited! I would recommend Katelyn to...
Jennifer J.
Lindsay W.
Highlands, NJ
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
15+ yrs of experience with children ranging from 3 months - teens, CPR certified, animal lover, special needs experience, happy to pick-up/drop-off, cook, laundry/light cleaning, bathe and prep for bed, homework help, hands-on with activities (sports/games/crafts), dual MBA in Finance & Marketing.
Lindsay can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I have a 13- year old autistic son who loves Lindsay and Lindsay loves him. She is a caring, dependable, and very reliable individual. She interacts with my son extremely well. I cannot say enough good things about her and we love her dearly."
James G.
5.0
(2)
Part time -
Companion/ Emotional Support-
Family needs- animals/seniors/special needs/Personal Assistant/ Artist Assistant
Hello, I'm Maggie. I'm patient, positive and compassionate. I am a non-smoker, I am health conscious, and have my own transportation. I'm 50 years young, a wife, an Aunt, a Yogi, an artist, a crafter &...
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Margaret is great . Our Dogs are both rescued street dogs who have trust issues with most people. Margaret is the only person we have hired who has ever been able to keep them calm and happy when we are away. Her positivity and warmth has made traveling 100% less...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I live in Bradley Beach but I drive all over the place so distance is not an issue. I am 35 years old. I love working with children. I am currently a kindergarten special Ed teacher in New Brunswick. I have been teaching for 14 years now. I am very good at multitasking with more than one child at different ages. I have been...
Cyndal can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Cyndal was excellent in caring for my two kids and dog and supervised them around the pool this past summer and also ensure they were actively engaged when not in the pool. She is very punctual and communicative and very helpful."
Sridhar K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello families. My name is Gabriela, I am 30 yo and I've been working as a nanny/babysitter for the past 6 years I have plenty of experience with all ages and I'm infant qualified as well.
I am looking for a full-time position for September.
I always had my life surrounded by children, in Brazil I took care of my brother from...
Gabriela can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Gabriela for a date night tonight. She was very punctual and our 2 boys age 8 and 11 loved her! We will definitely be asking her back in the future!"
Jeanne M.
Alyza R.
Long Branch, NJ
$23-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old, I am currently 23. I have 6 nieces and nephews who I've babysat since they were newborns. I have had parents friends who've I've also babysat for. I enjoy being with children and have considered being a teacher because of it. Thankfully I had a job at a charter school where I...
Alyza can also help with: Carpooling
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Fun-loving, warm, flexible (future) graduate student seeking a family (or families) to work part-time for while I go back to school. I am starting a masters program at Monmouth University in September.
Childcare experience: I worked as a teacher at a daycare for 3's and 4's from July-Nov in 2023. Prior to this, I worked as a...
Isabella can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Bella was awesome. She filled a hole for us between school and the start of camp and it was like having our very own camp counselor. The kids instantly took to her and even said they loved her more than our long term sitter. She was communicative, on time, and on...
Cristin C.
5.0
(2)
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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.
Brittany M.
Asbury Park, NJ
$28-50/hr • 15 yrs exp
Hi Mom &/or Dad! I'm Brittany And Have Almost 15yrs Of Experience Hope To Hear From Your Family Soon
5.0
(2)
Hey Mom and/or Dad, my name is Brittany and I am 28 years old. I have been working with children since I was 15. I started off as a camp counselor working with children's from ages of 3-9. We'd spend the days outside playing sports, doing arts and crafts, homework help and so much more. For the last 8 years I have worked with 3...
5.0
"Brittany was one of those people you would want in your family forever. She was energetic, caring, patient and my children loved her. She was never late and always was excited to be with the kids. We unfortunately moved and wish we could have taken her with us! "
Care member
Reese C.
West Long Branch, NJ
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Reese. I am a full time career nanny, specializing in infant and toddler care. I have extensive education and experience in child development. I pride myself in providing safety and consistency for every family I work with. I am excited to meet new families and explore opportunities!
Thank you!
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Reese has been our weekly Wednesday night babysitter since February 2022. Reese started babysitting my now 2.5-year-old boys when they were only 6 months old; she truly loves infants and was so amazing being able to juggle two babies with feedings, bath, and...
Care member
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
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Amanda and I am 24. I am going into my last semester of nursing school and love to help people in need. I love kids and have prior experience from younger cousins, babysitting family friends as well as working at a daycare for the past 3 years. I am CPR certified, as well as having a clean driving record.
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"My kids love her and she is a great asset to our family. I would recommend her."
Karyn P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I can only commit to helping out from 4:00 on weekdays and anytime during the weekend. I am more so interested in helping with drop offs/pick ups to events/appointments. If that is something you feel I can help you with, please let me know. I remember needing to be in three places at once and it can make any person CRAZY!!!
Kelly can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting kids, of all ages since I was 13 years old. I taught swim lessons for kids from ages 1-15 years old. For two summers, I was an assistant swim coach, dealing with over 180 swim team members. I work Full time 8-5 p.m. Monday - Friday so I am Available after 5pm/ date nights.
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We had a last minute request for a next day babysitter and Melissa responded in less than an hour. Our kids had a great time with her! Definitely recommend. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently a 2nd grade teacher available to tutor elementary aged children in all subjects. I have been a teacher for 5 years and have taught both 2nd and 4th grades. I have my undergraduate masters degrees in elementary education from James Madison University with concentrations in math, science, and special education. I...
Kelly can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Kelly was great with our 10 month old! She was knowledgeable and comfortable in all aspects of his care."
John P.
4.6
(23)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I would like to be able to speak with you about the position you are looking to fill caring for your child. I have watched children for working families for many years providing care from newborn to age 15 years old for the last 14 years. I will provide long-term care making sure the children's needs are all met. My...
Lee can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Lee as our full-time nanny to take care of my infant daughter when she was 4 months old. She absolutely loves little ones and is as reliable and dependable as it gets. She showed up on time (early) every single day and my daughter (who is nearly one year...
Emily D.
5.0
(2)
I have been a mothers helper and babysitter on and off for six years and it has always been a joy.
Caroline can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Caroline was employed by my art gallery and I was impressed by her initiative. Sales can be slow in a gallery on a day to day basis. Caroline used the extra time to organize our filing system and paintings storage. She took idle time and made it productive, this...
Kathy D.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Am currently employed as a nanny full time! Only looking for occasional date night/weekend babysitting opportunities!
Hello! My name is Kathryn but I like to go by Kat - I am 26 years old! I took a break from nannying/babysitting for two years as I worked a full-time job, but am looking for date-night/weekend babysitting...
Kathryn can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"Kat watched our 15 month old son this past weekend and was fantastic! Took him on a few walks around the block, put him down for a nap and was very warm & engaging towards him throughout the day. Our son loved her! I cannot say enough positive things about her as a...
Blake And Marianna T.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Oceanport, NJ
Luzines M.
5.0
Lucy cared for our 18 month old as a live-in nanny one summer, and then again for a month when we went on a large family trip - she came with us. She has awesome instincts with kids, make excellent decisions on safety and fun activities, and our daughter completely loves her. Anyone would be lucky...
- Britt F.
Brianna P.
4.0
Brianna was very Dependable helped in every way. She never had any issues even when my days and schedule got changed,I felt very safe with her and my children. I highly recommend Brianna.
- Jen P.
Katelyn R.
5.0
Katelyn watched my one year old son when I went back to work. She made my transition very easy. She was able to keep my son on the same schedule. He loved playing with Katelyn. When she comes home from college, he gets so excited! I would recommend Katelyn to anyone! You definitely don't have to...
- Jennifer J.
Lindsay W.
5.0
Lindsay is a very loving and caring young woman She is very athletic and is great with children.Lindsay is very smart and she always strives to succeed
- Barbara W.
Margaret S.
5.0
Margaret is great . Our Dogs are both rescued street dogs who have trust issues with most people. Margaret is the only person we have hired who has ever been able to keep them calm and happy when we are away. Her positivity and warmth has made traveling 100% less stressful knowing our dogs are in...
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Oceanport, NJ:
How can I find a Oceanport babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Oceanport, 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 13 babysitters in Oceanport, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Oceanport, NJ?
The average rate for Oceanport, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $20.85 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 Oceanport, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Oceanport, 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.