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60 babysitters are listed in Park Ridge, NJ
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Park Ridge, NJ
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Throughout high school, college and presently I've had babysitting experience on and off. Experience with babies to age 15. Did common things such as play games, meal prep, bring to park to play (weather permits), errands and so forth. Currently I am an RBT (registered behavior technician) which means I work with kids who are on...
Melissa can also help with: Travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Melissa has become our most reliable sitter. She is reliable and trustworthy, and our kids love her. We've even used her to dog sit and house sit when we are out of town! I wouldn't hesitate to give her my highest recommendation!"
Caitlen S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Roseann.
I am a college graduate.
I am looking for part time employment in either childcare or senior care.
I recently completed a nanny position for a 20-month-old girl.
My most successful job was raising my children.
I want to apply my life experiences to your loved ones by providing the most loving and...
Rosa can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Roseann is a kind, caring, and responsible sitter. She watched my one year old daughter a couple of days a week this past year and we had a wonderful experience working with her. I would highly recommend Roseann to any family in need of care!"
Christine P.
Lauren B.
Paramus, NJ
$20-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
Caregiver, Sister, Lifeguard, Private Swim Instructor, Cpr Certified, Dog Lover.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Caregiver, swimming instructor, babysitter, degree in art, and exceptional time management skills.
I'd describe my personality as Hardworking, Patient, Empathetic
I like working with kids because I grew up with my younger siblings and I had a natural ability to nurture and care for kids ever since I was little.
I'm looking...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lauren was an absolute pleasure. She was on time, took her time to get to know our son, friendly, knowledgeable and just overall a professional. We will definitely be using her again! "
Care member
5.0
(2)
I have been babysitting for 10+ years. I have babysat multiple children from newborn to 9 years old.
CPR certified
I can change diapers, make bottles, make lunch and I love outdoor activities.
references are available if needed
A little about me:
I'm very outgoing and I have been surrounded by kids ever since I was young. I...
Eva can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Absolutely amazing with my two children from the day they were born till now. my daughters are 7 and 4 years old and Eva has been there to help with anything and everything I needed from the very beginning!!! Pick up, drop offs, appointments or just a mommy's night...
Lindsay S.
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.
Kristina L.
Bergenfield, NJ
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Public School Teacher Available For Child Care, Tutoring, Or Pet Sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kristina and I would be honored to help you and your family! A bit about me... I am a public school teacher in the state of NJ (but am also certified to teach in New York State as well). I have a bachelor's degree in childhood education and a master's degree in curriculum & development. I have been working with...
Kristina can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kristina babysat our two daughters after school. She was very dependable and flexible to our needs. "
Linat M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Avital
I have a lot of work experience with children.
First Aid & CPR certified.
Throughout my 4 years of high-school, I worked with kids with aging from 1-15 years old. I have also been babysitting since the age of 13!
I am a registered dietitian with my Masters degree.
I love to cook, be in nature ( the...
Avital can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Avital to babysit our one-year old daughter. She has been and still is a fantastic babysitter. She is wonderful with our daughter. She reads to her, plays with her, takes her for walks, brings her swimming, and has her laughing and in a playful mood all...
Brandon S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've always loved working with children, whether it was working with nurses in neonatal facilities or babysitting, it became a huge part of my life. I have over 17 years of experience being a nanny. I also have 10 years of medical experience where I worked with premature babies and elders. I see babysitting as more of a hobby...
Claudia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Claudia is a beautiful human and caregiver. She has come into our family and now feels like family. For the past two years she has demonstrated commitment and care to our daughter (who is now about to be 2). She buys gifts for her for all the holidays, home remedy...
Barbara K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Experienced childcare provider who has part time availability to babysit for families in need of a few hours reprieve, a night out or need an extra set of hands for an event.
I am a former Case Manager for children as well as a former day camp counselor. Very experienced with children of various ages and levels of ability. I am...
5.0
"My kids loved her, punctual, understanding, personable and a wonderful help"
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a young (I think?) mom to 2 college aged kids. Before I was married, I was a full-time nanny to 3, and babysat for years before that. I have over 10 years of paid experience, with Newborns through teens, including twins. In addition, I have my 20+ years of being a Mom and a very hands on Aunt. Two of the best things to...
Kathleen can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Highly recommend Kathleen. She kept me updated and my kids loved being with her."
Care member
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.
Sophia C.
Bergenfield, NJ
$16-21/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello Families! I Am A Former Preschool Teacher And Love To Help Kids!
5.0
(1)
Hello! I have many years of experience in babysitting and teaching kids as well. I come from a huge family with nieces and nephews ranging from 7 months to 2 years old. I am completely comfortable with taking care of any age and have more experience with infants and children up to 5 years old. I am a very good improviser and...
Sophia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sophia was hired to watch our baby on a regular basis. She has been punctual, reliable, responsible, and wonderful. My baby does not readily go to other people and happily goes with Sophia. The only reason we will be not continuing to work with Sophia regularly is...
Caitlin K.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
ALL AGES. Decades experience in management for family crisis and trauma, DV/SA, physical & emotional disabilities. Previous youth minister and owner special needs childcare. Foster Parent and Foreign Student Family Host. Certified in CPR, First Aid, Advanced Medical, Nutrition, PDD, Autism Spectrum.
*Animal allergy, so please...
Robyne can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Trustline Certified
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Robyne has been the perfect babysitter for our 2.5 year old boy on many occasions. She is very knowledgeable about caring for young ones. So we feel very comfortable with her knowing how to best care for our son. She is also very patient, especially with our high...
Christina C.
Rosetta T.
Waldwick, NJ
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Sweet Caring Girl Looking To Join A Nice Family To Be An Extension Of Them To Care For Loved Ones
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, hard working, trustworthy.
I'm looking for a position where I can become part of your family that's long term. Communication is important to me. I'm fun, energetic, responsible, and patient. I am CPR/First Aid Certified in infants/children and Adults and have obtained a Child Day...
Rosetta can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Rosie is a wonderful, trustworthy and dependable caretaker. My kids took to her right away! She is always punctual and professional and we still consistently use her as a babysitter and I highly recommend Rosie to anyone who needs some extra child care!"
Tracey W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I always babysit, I babysit my younger siblings, my cousins, friends, and the kids in the neighborhood. I love taking care of kids because I know if I make a good impression on them and talk to them they will grow into great kids. I love being around children because as an 21-year-old college student, I am not ready to let go of...
Amber can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
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 1 family in your neighborhood
Mature professional caregiver. Used to working with young children and seniors. Worked as a paraprofessional in the local school districts for several years. The past 6 years I have been a nanny to 2 children.
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Laurie has been watching my 3 children for two months. She is very reliable and loves to cook. She has a grown son and is a safe driver. "
Katherine M.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have worked at a children's party place for over two years, babysat children of all ages, and have interned as a child behavioral assistant. I am extremely responsible and very outgoing. I am attending college and will be graduating in May 2023. I have 7 years of experience babysitting and working with children, I am...
Nicolette can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep
5.0
"Nicolette has watched my daughter who is 12 and is absolutely incredible. She is always on time, dependable, flexible and an absolute pleasure. She helps my daughter, takes her to sports activities and always checks in and gets my permission if my daughter would...
Laura S.
Joleen V.
Emerson, NJ
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am 30 years old with a ton of experience who would love to be able to help your family! I have been sitting for a number of different families for many years now, and I have also spent a few years coaching at Aeon Fitness and Gymnastics. I have worked with children of all ages, from a few months of age to older teenagers....
Joleen can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Dhanwantee B.
Hastings on Hudson, NY
$28-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny, House Manager With 12 Plus Years Experience
5.0
(2)
Career Nanny with House Manager experience. Detailed, organized, a team player with 12 years plus experience. I am very energetic, love the outdoors, safe driver, multi-task oriented and have a take charge attitude. Looking for a nanny or house manager position to oversee other staff members and assist families to accomplish...
Dhanwantee can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Dana is a warm, charismatic, extremely hard-working powerhouse who keeps the kids active and engaged. She is pro-active about having the children socialize and is an energetic and positive presence. She forms deep bonds with the children under her care. My own...
Sylvia V.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Park Ridge, NJ
Melissa J.
5.0
Melissa was the first person we've ever hired to babysit our son and she did a great job! She was very professional and sent us lots of photos and updates to make sure that we felt comfortable while we were away. I would definitely hire Melissa again.
- Kari N.
Rosa C.
5.0
To know Rosann, is to love her. She is one of those people. She is kind, patient, reliable, flexible and quite honestly - a truly good, decent and genuine human being. Being a mom of two boys, she was right at home with our son - he loved being with her and we felt truly grateful to have her. My...
- Cheryl B.
Lauren B.
5.0
Lauren was an absolute pleasure. She was on time, took her time to get to know our son, friendly, knowledgeable and just overall a professional. We will definitely be using her again!
- Care member
Eva S.
5.0
Absolutely amazing with my two children from the day they were born till now. my daughters are 7 and 4 years old and Eva has been there to help with anything and everything I needed from the very beginning!!! Pick up, drop offs, appointments or just a mommy's night out she is the one to call!
- Lindsay S.
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.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Park Ridge, NJ:
How can I find a Park Ridge babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Park Ridge, 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 Park Ridge, 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 Park Ridge, NJ?
The average rate for Park Ridge, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $21.33 per hour as of February 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 Park Ridge, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Park Ridge, 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 Park Ridge, NJ babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Park Ridge, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.