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60 babysitters are listed in Paramus, NJ
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Paramus, NJ
Hi, my name is Maria! Please come shortly to read my bio. Currently editing to make sure I don't miss any details!
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 25 years of childcare experience, which includes both non-paying and paying jobs. The non-paying "gig" involves raising my two sons, one is a college graduate, and the other is a high school sophomore. I've been a substitute teacher in the Westwood Regional School District since 2019. Prior to COVID, I was a...
Patricia can also help with: Carpooling, travel
5.0
"Fabulous babysitter, would hire her again in a heartbeat"
Sian R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My experience in babysitting has been on and off. I would babysit occasionally in high school for my mom's co-worker in the mornings for two kids. Duties would include helping them read, feeding them, and general activities. It was mostly 2011 when I had to care for my newborn nephew. I would work 3 days of the week from 6 a.m....
Michelle can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Michelle is extremely reliable, caring, and sweet. She took care of my daughter during the first year of her life. I don't know what I would have done without her!"
Sarah W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Jagruti and I have 10 years of experience in providing childcare at the YMCA. I previously worked as a private nanny for a family with 2 children. I am now currently looking for a full-time babysitter position for a family with any number of children. Please contact me if you are interested. Thank you!
Jagruti can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I hired Jagruti from this very site 3 years ago. From the moment she walked in the door and picked up my baby daughters I knew she was going to be wonderful. Jagruti loved my children as if they were her own (and she does have 3 wonderful, successful grown...
Lauren M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a 27-year-old college graduate from Jersey City, New Jersey, who has been working with children for 12 years through working as a nanny, babysitting and coaching a competition cheering team. I am currently in grad school to become a therapist and am looking to transition out of my full-time Job to Nanny. I am interested in...
Gabriella can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Gabriella was great, my daughter absolutely loved her. She is also very creative and taught my daughter how to make bracelets and they even were painting on canvas. She will be an asset to any parent. We highly recommend her."
Robert R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Alexa. I am 23 years old. I just graduated Montclair State University with a bachelor's degree in Elementary education k-6. I have worked at a daycare that cares for children 0-5 for 5 years. I worked with multiple ages but was a head teacher of a 3-year-old classroom for 2 years. I am currently an elementary...
Alexa can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alexa is very great with children of all ages. She had such a great energy and personality so my children felt very comfortable with me leaving them with her. She even asked me some questions about my children's interests so she knew what they would enjoy doing...
Emily S.
Lesly M.
Hackensack, NJ
$25-45/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Lesly I am a recently graduated student athlete, I'm from Paris and I speak fluent French and English. I now work a full time job but still looking to do part time hours from 2 - 15 a week on my free time. I come from a family of 4 children, the youngest one is now 10 and I always been the one to take care of...
Lesly can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lesly is prompt not only in arriving on time if not early and responds quickly to inquiries regarding childcare. She is able to care for my young son, 16 months as well as my older 2 daughters who are 6 and 8. Lesly seems to keep everyone engaged and does a...
Nicole S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've been working with kids since I was a teenager and it brings me so much joy. I have 10 years of childcare experience, and 1 year of teaching experience. I treat every child as if they were my own, & strive to build long-term relationships with families aside from childcare duties. I have experience working with children of...
Dana can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Dana watched our 5 year old, full-time, this summer. Both of us work and we needed full-time daycare, but wanted our son to have a fun filled summer despite our busy schedules! Dana was great! She was reliable, punctual and very communicative. She was able to keep...
Michelle R.
5.0
(8)
Hi there! I'm Rosa. I have been caring for children for over 15 years as a babysitter and Nanny. I experience working with infants as well as toddlers, I formally directed an after school program ages 5-11. I truly love working with young kids, and I approach each child as an individual who I get to help grow, teach and develop....
Rosa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rosa lived with my family for several years and took care of my children so I could work full time. As the first to have Rosa as a care giver I would highly recommend her to anyone. Even as a young woman Rosa was very responsible and reliable. She was a mentor...
Brunilda J.
Zaynah S.
Englewood, NJ
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available In Early AM 6:00am-12:30pm Part-time And Some Sundays
5.0
(22)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is zaynah. I'am 29 years of age. I'm a resident of Bergenfield NJ. Traveling is not an issue for me, I have my own car. I have 10 years of nanny experience. I'm very funny, caring, loving responsible, honest, supportive. I enjoy reading books and traveling. I'am looking for a full time permanent position.
Zaynah can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
5.0
"Wow! If you have the opportunity to hire Zaynah, don't think twice! She is the best. Very professional, organized, and gentle. My 6 year old son can't stop asking about her. I love the way she cares for my son."
Jena M.
Wei N.
Westwood, NJ
$30-43/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have extensive experience in childcare and genuinely enjoy taking care of children. I am well-versed in current children's interests and trends, thanks to my exposure and interactions with them. Additionally, having a 21-year-old son who attends Rutgers University gives me further insight into the needs and preferences of...
5.0
"I highly recommend Wei. I hired Wei for 3 hours in the morning, 4 days a week to get my toddler fed, dressed and dropped off at daycare. She took care of these things very well and as a bonus she also taught my child some mandarin during this time. My child was...
Richard L.
5.0
(2)
My Name is Nathalie and I am a college student currently working on my second major. I am a student of communication studies at College. I am originally from Colombia where I am a teacher. I have worked with kids for the last 14 years in NYC taking care of kids and tutoring. I am a loving, caring and responsible sitter. I love...
Natalie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Natalie has been wonderful with our son. She is a great communicator and very caring. I also appreciate that she helps keep things clean and clearly enjoys playing with him."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Caring And Loving Babysitter
I am a mom of two beautiful girls 5 and 8 years old. I have a bachelors in elementary and special education. I have just left a 7 year position as full time special education teacher. I hope to hear from you.
Eileen can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Loving, kind, unique, passionate, reliable 100%, available on-call, sweet, very friendly, knowledgeable and experienced are all the high quality characteristics that come straight to mind.
-RS"
Raymond S.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
babysitting since I was 12 years old and enjoy caring for others and helping out. I am certified in CPR and have worked with special needs children and helping them develop throughout the years,
Alicia can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was very kind and my kids loved her. They would always want her to watch them even when i'll be at home watching them! Highly recommend and she's very good with kids. I'll always rely on her to watch them again!"
Becky R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My responsibilities are: - Clean up dining area after meal. - Adhere to particular dietary rules inside family. - Change and wash children's sheets and towels. - Iron children's clothes. - Carry out children's shopping as directed by the parents. - Carry out children's laundry. - Accompany children in parks and activity clubs. -...
Lobeth can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Lobeth became a part of our family to the point where she traveled with us and became close to our real family. After I hired her, she quickly learned the details of how I managed the kids and the household. It's hard to find someone who excels in childcare and...
Tamera B.
5.0
(2)
Hello families! My name Is Lubna. I am looking for a babysitter / nanny position part-time or full-time. I have 5 adult kids that I've raised as a house house for 27+ years. I have experience with newborns, infants, toddlers, school-aged kids. I'm compassionate, patient, understand how to help raise kids, and focus on creating a...
Lubna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"It is a pleasure to recommend Lubna as babysitter. She’s gentle and loves kids. Lubna always arrived to our home on time. She has great experience with infants-toddlers. My children really look forward to spending time with Lubna because she always comes in with a...
Care member
Anabel E.
Lodi, NJ
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm no longer available. Thank you for considering me.
Hello moms!!
My name is Anabel and I'm currently a Nursing student and former special needs teacher assistant for The Department of Education of New York. I have experience assisting with lesson plans and helping with classwork/homework. I have worked with kids as...
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Anabel sat my two boys. She was kind and fun, bringing a bag of toys and books with her. They enjoyed playing with her."
Jennifer D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jessica and I'm a mother to 2 beautiful children. I have cared for babies, toddlers and older children since I was in high school. I'm originally from the Midwest and moved to NYC after I graduated with a Degree in Social Work. I enjoy helping others and making a difference. I currently watch a 2-year-old child...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jessica is such a wonderful sitter! Our son can be shy and clingy towards us, but he absolutely loves her. He's always excited to see her, and often talks about all the fun they have together =) She is extremely reliable and trustworthy, all the things you would...
Daniel H.
5.0
(1)
I am an active, meticulous, humble and compassionate individual. Having had 2 children of my own and 10+ years of experience in child care of newborns to 14-year-olds. I also have experience with nanny shares. I encourage children to do their best at all times, keep them organized, safe and well rounded. I will take on...
Lianne can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lianne is very patient, loving and always on time. When needed out of her hours of work she was always available. She never failed us ! She will be a great asset to your home and child's or children's lives."
Trayce B.
Leidy V.
Hawthorne, NJ
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi my name is Leidy, 32 years old, very active and love's to be busy, I'm a very friendly and loving person, I am bilingual as well. Looking forward to be part of your family!
Leidy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hi we had a wonderful experience having Liedy watch my son! She watched him since he was 10 months old until almost 2! He really enjoyed playing with her and she was very helpful around the house as well!"
Kruti S.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Paramus, NJ
Patricia P.
5.0
Fabulous babysitter, would hire her again in a heartbeat
- Sian R.
Michelle Z.
5.0
Michelle is extremely reliable, caring, and sweet. She took care of my daughter during the first year of her life. I don't know what I would have done without her!
- Sarah W.
Jagruti S.
5.0
We first connected with Jagruti on care.com and she worked for us FT 1.5yrs. She was a wonderful addition to our family! She was reliable, responsible, flexible to our needs & hectic schedule - and almost more importantly, incredibly caring & loving with our 2 kids! She took great care of them...
- Jade N.
Gabriella L.
5.0
Gabriella was great, my daughter absolutely loved her. She is also very creative and taught my daughter how to make bracelets and they even were painting on canvas. She will be an asset to any parent. We highly recommend her.
- Robert R.
Alexa C.
5.0
Alexa is very great with children of all ages. She had such a great energy and personality so my children felt very comfortable with me leaving them with her. She even asked me some questions about my children's interests so she knew what they would enjoy doing with her. I loved seeing her be so...
- Emily S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Paramus, NJ:
How can I find a Paramus babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Paramus, 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 21 babysitters in Paramus, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. 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 Paramus, NJ?
The average rate for Paramus, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $22.57 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 Paramus, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Paramus, 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 Paramus, NJ babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Paramus, NJ are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.