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60 babysitters are listed in Perth Amboy, NJ
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Perth Amboy, NJ
I have 20 years of experience as a mother, plus an additional 10 in child care. I can help with whatever you need. I work a full time job but am available most weeknights after 5:30. Tuesdays I get out of work early, so I would be available to care from 2:30 on. Weekends are open and flexible.
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Yamileth M.
Perth Amboy, NJ
$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Highly dependable and adaptable nanny. Able to respond quickly I can managed and oversee children's activity in absence of parents. Keep the children engaged in games and activities.
Yamileth can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Nina S.
Perth Amboy, NJ
$17-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have 1 year of experience. I love children, and have siblings of my own so I'm very comfortable and good with kids!
Nina can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am Miranda, and available for occasional care! I am looking for family that's seeking a loving provider for their child. I can care for multiple children at once, have a clean driving record and experience with infants and children of all ages. I have 7 years of babysitting experience, 3 years of professional nanny...
Miranda can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Miranda does well with both of my boys. One is very easy going and the other can be a handful. She does fun things with them such as the library and park. I feel at ease knowing they are having a good time while I am at work and can't be with them. She also walks...
Liz T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a 27-year-old middle school language arts teacher living in Woodbridge, NJ. I AM FULLY COVID-19 VACCINATED!! I have my bachelor's degree in English and my Master's in Teaching with certifications in k-6, special ed., and middle school (5-8) language arts. Personally, I have worked with children for as long as I can...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Melissa was our summer babysitter for our two boys (elementary school age) for two summers (2019 and 2020). Melissa truly loves children; she took the boys to the library, the park, to get ice cream after camp. Melissa became part of our family and she will...
Ariya V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! My name is Drew. I'm 34. My experience includes being a nanny for a beautiful family with 3 children ages 4-7 and previously babysitting children ages 2-12. I am currently a full time nanny for a family residing in Westfield, children 7 months and 4 years old! (Baby is now almost 16 months). I also am a part time...
Drew can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Drew is amazing with kids! My 3 children (6, 5, & 4 years) ask for her to come babysit every day. She is super responsible, caring, and very pleasant to be around. I am so happy to have found her! She is someone I really trust!"
Meaghan B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 7+ years of experience working with individuals with various special needs ages ranging from birth to 12 years old. I have years of experience babysitting. I have received numerous valuable training from my previous employers, specially being a certified chef I can quickly adapt and learn new things.
Gina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"We came all the way from Cali for a wedding, we needed a babysitter for the day. Gina was amazing and punctual the boys got along with her just great.
I would definitely hire her again once I'm back in Jersey! "
Eric P.
Jessica O.
South Plainfield, NJ
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Jessica! I am currently a 4th grade teacher. I have over 7 years of experience with babysitting and I have also been in a classroom with children so I have plenty of experience with kids. I am a huge dog lover (and have 1 dog and a cat myself) and have my own transportation. I look forward for any job opportunity on here....
Jessica can also help with: Travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jessica was the first person to respond to a Facebook post I put up two years ago. When I interviewed Jessica, my search was over...I hired her after I spoke to the references she shared with me. She was hired to bring my two children to school in the mornings, and...
Jennifer G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Leah. I am a second grade teacher. I have experience babysitting and tutoring for various families and all ages. I am an outgoing and friendly person who enjoys playing games, making crafts, playing outdoors, and helping with homework/schoolwork!
Leah can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Leah babysat for my 4 children, ages 3-11, in the summer of 2017. She was terrific! She always came right on time and kept every date even if we scheduled weeks in advance. She was great with the children and could manage all four. She played with them and was...
Heather K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Anabella, I am currently 21 years old and I have been babysitting my whole life. I have a younger brother who I used to watch when I watch 13 and tons of cousins and family friends that I also took care of. I am a really friendly person and I love kids, I want to be an elementary school teacher so babysitting and...
Anabella can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Bella has been a great sitter for our family, and we look forward to continuing working with her in the future! She is always punctual and communicative with anything that comes up."
Megan M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 28 years old. I absolutely love children and can say that I am a child at heart. I am a very outgoing and active person who adapts to environments well and relatively quick. I also have experience with many ages of children along with being comfortable watching groups. I have spent a lot of time helping not only my family...
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sam has been our sitter for the past 4-5 months. Originally I gave her a 4-star review - "she is super sweet and handles the challenges of my children with a smile." Since writing that review, I have to update it to a 5-star review for a few reasons: 1) my 4 yr...
Cynthia F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Kristina P. This is my 8th year working as a ELA Special Education teacher. I received my masters in Special Education from the University of Kansas in 2021. I have my BA in Special Education from Kean University, as well as 3 teaching certifications.
My past work experience includes working for 13 years in a...
Kristina can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"She was quick to respond to short notice. My kids loved her."
Candice M.
Madison L.
Old Bridge, NJ
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm currently looking for a part-time nannying/babysitting position. I have full availability Tuesdays & Fridays. I can also be available alternating Mondays & occasional weekends.
A little about me:
I am in the process of pursuing my doctoral degree to become a child psychologist. I absolutely love working with children...
Madison can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Madison was a fantastic caregiver for our two boys, ages 6 months and two years. It was our first time leaving them with anyone, and she put us at ease. She was on-time, enthusiastic, and sweet with the baby. Our two year old had such a great time with her! We...
Lacey C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Dependable Honest Reliable baby sitter and senior care enjoy working with children do activity prepare snack dinner help with home work do activity ready for bed experience with special needs children CMA, CPR, CHHA, CNA love working with children & adult now I'm available over night and mornings I never had covid19 and I'm...
Manjit can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"I was in dire need of a babysitter and Manjit came in highly recommended! I decided to try her out and I'm glad i did. My 3 y/o son loves her!"
Afua F.
Rebecca M.
Edison, NJ
$18-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello !
My name is Rebecca and I am a recent graduate from Queens College with a studio art/art education major pre-k-12. What made me love children and seniors was working with them in community houses/ nursing homes, after-school programs and babysitting my brother, cousins and neighbors since I was a young teen. Through these...
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Rebecca to take care of my 5-years old son. My boy really loved being with her, he said it was fun to read and make his homework with her. She always followed the rules, she was always on time, my son was always fed and put to sleep on time. I recommend...
Iuliia K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello - My name is Chantley and I'm am a recent Doctor of Pharmacy graduate. I've been working with kids since I was 15 and love it. I started by watching my neighbor's son and then began babysitting for kids in our neighborhood.
I am available to assist in virtual learning for your child and tutor your college students. In...
Chantley can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Chantley is a god-send, came in our life right on time and as been an asset. I'm truly grateful for her and being able to be so flexible during these unprecedented times. I appreciate her and her work..Thank you from the W. family"
Keisha W.
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, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nicole has been nannying (full time) for our 2 year old daughter for over 6 months now and she has pretty much become a part of our family. Nicole keeps our daughter engaged with neighborhood walks, cooking, singing, and arts and crafts (always coming up with the...
Melanie R.
Raquel R.
Linden, NJ
$25-27/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello, thank you for visiting my profile! . I possess more than a decade of experience in caring for children. Some of those years were spent looking after the children of close acquaintances, while the rest were dedicated to professional childcare through daycare centers or as a nanny. I am well-versed in tending to children...
Raquel can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"Raquel has a lovable personality and is great with kids. She is very trustworthy and our two children ages 5 and 2 both love having her around. Raquel has been very lreliable and punctual. We look forward to having her around more often. "
Care member
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: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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.
Donna K.
Keyport, NJ
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 18 years experience working for licensed day care providers. A majority of my experience has been caring for newborn babies up to three years of age. I also have experience caring for children up to 5 years old.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Donna used to work at my mom's daycare; she is a very reliable and caring person. She was the head infant teacher. My family has known her for 20 plus years. She helped care for my younger sister who is now 17 yrs old. If I could have her watch and care for my son...
Jenita W.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Perth Amboy, NJ
Miranda D.
5.0
Miranda does well with both of my boys. One is very easy going and the other can be a handful. She does fun things with them such as the library and park. I feel at ease knowing they are having a good time while I am at work and can't be with them. She also walks my dogs when she comes and has the...
- Liz T.
Melissa C.
5.0
Melissa was our summer babysitter for our two boys (elementary school age) for two summers (2019 and 2020). Melissa truly loves children; she took the boys to the library, the park, to get ice cream after camp. Melissa became part of our family and she will always be. My boys adore her. We wish...
- Ariya V.
Drew L.
5.0
Drew is amazing with kids! My 3 children (6, 5, & 4 years) ask for her to come babysit every day. She is super responsible, caring, and very pleasant to be around. I am so happy to have found her! She is someone I really trust!
- Meaghan B.
Gina D.
5.0
We came all the way from Cali for a wedding, we needed a babysitter for the day. Gina was amazing and punctual the boys got along with her just great.
I would definitely hire her again once I'm back in Jersey!
- Eric P.
Jessica O.
5.0
Jessica was the first person to respond to a Facebook post I put up two years ago. When I interviewed Jessica, my search was over...I hired her after I spoke to the references she shared with me. She was hired to bring my two children to school in the mornings, and then pick them up after school. I...
- Jennifer G.
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How much do babysitters charge in Perth Amboy, NJ?
The average rate for Perth Amboy, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $20.13 per hour as of March 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 Perth Amboy, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Perth Amboy, 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 Perth Amboy, NJ babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Perth Amboy, NJ are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.