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60 babysitters are listed in Plainfield, NJ
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Plainfield, NJ
Lexi S.
Plainfield, NJ
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
As a dedicated childcare provider with three years of experience, I'm passionate about supporting families and providing reliable care for their children. My patient and friendly nature creates a nurturing environment where kids feel safe and happy. I prioritize open communication with parents, using their preferred method to...
Michelle O.
Plainfield, NJ
$20-24/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Michelle can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Hi, My name is Gabrielle I work as a medical professional. I have six years experience in child care education and 10 as a nanny. I also assist in home sanitization.
Gabrielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hello, I have spent almost 3 years working as an Au Pair to take care of 3 different age gaps of children in different years (infant, toddler, pre-teens, and teenager) before that I worked in a hospital as a nurse in Thailand for over 3 years. Currently, I'm a student and looking for a part-time job. In addition, I have a...
Panutchanard can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! hope you are doing great. I am a mother of four wonderful children. I am a great chef and can help with child care cooking and light housekeeping . I was a teacher in my home country . THANKYOU
I am a hard-working, disciplined and responsible young woman with experience in caring for the elderly and children, with all the desire and energy to provide all the care and attention required.
I like to put my knowledge into practice for each specific case that is required. I like to work with elderly and children because I...
Skills:
CNA
Isaiah G.
Plainfield, NJ
$16-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development, which inspired me to become a childcare provider. I've been doing this for a year and have experience caring for kids of various ages, from infants to preteens. Whether we're playing educational games, having fun with technology, engaging in outdoor sports, or...
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents,
I am not offering childcare services.
Care. com will not allow me to take this service off of my offer for some reason.
However, if you need Cleaning Services I am available!
-Iman
Iman can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Lucia G.
Plainfield, NJ
$20-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm passionate about supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option for them. With four years of experience, I'm skilled at caring for children aged one to three, and I'm comfortable caring for two children at a time. As a patient, calm, creative, and friendly caregiver, I prioritize the well-being and safety of...
Lucia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been taking care of kids for over 16 years, from newborns to teenagers. I love kids and can provide a good, healthy environment for them. I speak, read and write Spanish and English. I have experience with kids on the spectrum also. I have a clean driver license record, and clean background record also. I am very...
Cinthya can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Shamik S.
Plainfield, NJ
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am LPN. With over 5 years of Nursing experience. I enjoy what I do and that's helping save lives.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Kathleen. I am interested in positions such as babysitter, nanny, dog walking, housekeeping etc. I am a college graduate holding a BA in Sociology and a minor in Psychology and one course away from teacher of the handicapped certification. I have a work history of 18 years plus with the state of NJ. I have also worked...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We think the world of Kathleen. She is fantastic."
Heather F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Nina and I am 35 years old living in New Providence. I am available 1-3 days a week afterschool. I work until 3:30 in New Providence so am able to come from there. My start time would be dependent on where you live but between 3:40-4:00 is possible. I have been babysitting for over 20 years now. I have also...
Nina can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Nina is one-of-a-kind. I say that from experience as we have had and known several nannies. I even hesitate to write this because I hope she will come back to our family should she seek employment during or after college. Nina was with us a little under a year and...
Sabrina B.
Kiara H.
Piscataway, NJ
$24/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Kiara I am 22 years old. I'm currently a senior studying Family Science and Early Education. I've been a paid care provider for five years now. I began my career by babysitting for families around my town, I then moved on and began working at a Preschool. I've been working with numerous amazing families as a...
Kiara can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kiara was a Kind, caring and respectful babysitter. She cared for our 5 month old baby . She was dependable and always punctual. Never once did she call out. We wish her all the best in her next endeavors."
Sharon P.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been baby-sitting since I was 10, starting with my younger sister, cousins, and local families. Once I could drive, I was able to baby-sit as well as pet-sit anywhere.
Alexandra can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Alex is kind and compassionate. Our two girls love spending time with her. She is always reliable and on time. Alex also communicates promptly if there’s a change or if she has a question. We always feel like our girls are in good hands with her. "
Care member
4.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As of my profession I love taking care of people like adult or child I even have a child of my own whom I took care of since newborn until now. I graduated my four year course in bachelor of science in Nursing that is why I am used to take care of people adult and child. I can also tutor a child, do the housekeeping and cook as...
Joan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Joan is down to earth very hard working care giver. We had her for a year and will hire her back in a heartbeat. "
Care member
Imani H.
Union, NJ
$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Energetic babysittter with 10+ years of experience looking after infants/toddlers during the weekday, evenings, weekends, and during school holidays. Effective at engaging them in a variety of activities to meet their educational and physical needs. Vigilant about health and safety. Endorsed previous parents as a responsible...
Imani can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Imani is a great person, she is caring positive attitude friendly realness patience she great with my son loving caring person she is one of a kind "
Care member
Petra B.
Highland Park, NJ
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced Baby Sitter Have My Own Child Personal Experience
5.0
(1)
Hello everyone I have a 11-year-old son. I believe the best babysitting experience comes from having children of your own. I also worked as a babysitter in the past. I graduated from Rutgers. I am a caring babysitter that loves kids. I like outdoor activities as well as indoor board games =)
Petra can also help with: Travel
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mother. I have three children, a son and two daughters. I adore children and very responsible with them. I am looking for the opportunities the jobs. I have 9 years of experience. I am responsible, orderly, energetic and loving.
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jazmina is fantastic! Everything that I could ask for in a caregiver and more. I feel completely at ease knowing that I'm leaving my daughter in very capable and caring hands. I highly recommend her!"
Leibnitz P.
5.0
(1)
I have been taking care of children since I was about 10 years old. I started with children in my own family and then slowly progressed to babysitting others children and also happened to work in two different daycare centers. The experience I got from that was nothing compared to taking care of my own child and now I feel I am...
Stephanie can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Stephanie is a great worker, very patient and trustworthy. She is always on time and dependable."
Olguita T.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Plainfield, NJ
Kathleen K.
5.0
We think the world of Kathleen. She is fantastic.
- Heather F.
Nina K.
5.0
Nina is one-of-a-kind. I say that from experience as we have had and known several nannies. I even hesitate to write this because I hope she will come back to our family should she seek employment during or after college. Nina was with us a little under a year and both our kids loved her. She was...
- Sabrina B.
Kiara H.
5.0
Kiara was a Kind, caring and respectful babysitter. She cared for our 5 month old baby . She was dependable and always punctual. Never once did she call out. We wish her all the best in her next endeavors.
- Sharon P.
Alexandra P.
5.0
Alex is great with kids and extremely responsible. My kids loved her! Great communication with the parents, always on time, will play games with the kids - overall a great sitter!
- Care member
Joan C.
3.0
Joan was great with our son. She's punctual if she actually shows up. She cancelled 4 times at last minute during her one month part time job. She eventually decided not to come back and notified me 2 1.5 hour before the time she's supposed to come to work.
- Pepper B.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Plainfield, NJ:
How can I find a Plainfield babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Plainfield, 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 51 babysitters in Plainfield, 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 Plainfield, NJ?
The average rate for Plainfield, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $20.82 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 Plainfield, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Plainfield, 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 Plainfield, NJ babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Plainfield, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.