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60 babysitters are listed in Plainsboro, NJ
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Plainsboro, NJ
Deborah S.
Hightstown, NJ
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Debbie I have 10 years' experience. I am also CPR/FIRST AID CERTIFIED. I worked part time at a day care. YMCA of EAST WINDSOR from April 2012 to October 2014. My primary room was THE BABY ROOM. My primary care were newborns. I also helped a mom and dad care for their newborn baby boy November 2014 to April 2015. I...
Deborah can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Debbie is a great nanny. She is punctual and goes above and beyond. She has been taking care of my toddler and baby for almost a year. She engages with the kids and doesn't sit them in front of a device. They play outside, read, color and do activities. My kids...
Robbana K.
Jenna S.
Skillman, NJ
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am 29 years old and just graduated from Arcadia University with a degree in Psychology and a focus on child art therapy. I have been babysitting children ages 1/2 year to 16 years old, for the past 14 years. I started as a mother's helper in my early teenage years. I love children and love to teach them, help them and watch...
Jenna can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jenna is a very responsible person. She has lots of energy & great communication skills. She works quickly and knows how to get stuff done. We would hire her back in a second if we had the need."
Norman G.
Yenny M.
Hightstown, NJ
$20-22/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with children for many years. I take them to the bus in the morning and pick them when they come back. I like to help them with homework and do different activities. I Also watch them in the weekends when parents have something important to do. I have references if you need them thank you.
Yenny can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CNA
Ashley N.
Trenton, NJ
$18-36/hr • 3 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!! I am current college graduate at Monmouth University, I am looking to make some extra money while I am home for the summer. I have experience in babysitting, I have watched children from age 7 to babies a few months old. I recently watch a girl who is 1. 5-year-old and I previously watched a younger baby who was a few...
Ashley can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Hannah and I am a nurse and experienced childcare! I have been working with children for about 7 years as a babysitter, nanny, daycare teacher and most recently a Montessori assistant teacher. I also have experience in healthcare as a nursing assistant and in clinical nursing rotations! In addition to my nursing...
Hannah can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hannah has babysat for me multiple times in the past. She is reliable, kind, and fun to be around. She has a great personality and you can tell that she loves being around children!"
Samantha R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Joely, I am 26 years old, fully vaccinated, and boosted! Currently, I am a full-time student at Montclair State University, majoring in Linguistics, with a concentration in American Sign Language/English Interpreting.
I have cared for multiple families both regularly and occasionally.
Previously, I was an Educational...
Joely can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Joely worked as a nanny for my toddler on two occasions. Both times she was punctual and professional. She was patient and friendly with my child. I would hire her again"
Maira A.
Sofia S.
Kendall Park, NJ
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Child And Family Therapist Looking For Part-Time Child Care Position
3.7
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a dedicated mother of grown children who are very well adjusted, active, and successful in their daily lives. I currently work with children who have been adopted. I develop and implement plans to help them transition and adjust in a healthy manner. I adore babies and enjoy interacting with children of all ages. Due to my...
Sofia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Sofia is wonderful. She is punctual, communicative, and sweet with the kids. Can't wait to use her again!"
Talia F.
Natalie B.
Lawrence Township, NJ
$18-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I am Natalie and I am 23 years old. I am currently going to night school to earn my license as an esthetician. While I was in high school I attended Mercer County Technical School at the Sypek center and enrolled in the Health and Childcare program. I have 5 years of experience in childcare and 10 months experience as a...
Natalie can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"If you are considering Natalie as a caregiver, do not hesitate. She has provided expert, engaging care to my son for about a year and he has thrived with her as his nanny. We are sorry to lose her due to changing schedules, but we know she will go on to amazing...
Kate Q.
Jennifer K.
Dayton, NJ
$25-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.7
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I experience as a caretakers for kids from 2 to 13 years old since I was in college. My tasks involved. Picking up the kids from school, dropping them off at after school activities, working on homework, going out for fun bringing them to the movies , friends, taking them showers, cleaning, preparing meals. Reading books with...
Jennifer can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Jennifer has been helping us primarily with our preschooler while we are working for a little over a month now. She arrives in the morning, spends a few hours playing with our daughter, then feeds her lunch and gets her ready and takes her to and from her swim...
Maureen S.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been working with children for 5 years. I have been babysitting children of all ages starting at 3 months old(so I am very comfortable with babies). I have a lot of experience with preschool learning curriculum. I am majoring in Special/Elementary Education and Psychology. I am currently a senior. I love kids and...
Nikki can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Nikki is great with kids. From day 1 she got along with my kids as much like a family member. She is punctual, dependable, and nimble at getting my kids ready for school. She really filled a gap that other individuals I hired couldn't."
Laz A.
Melissa D.
Monroe Township, NJ
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 8 years of teaching experience in an elementary and middle school setting. I graduated from Rider University with a 3. 72 GPA. I have been babysitting children since the age of 12, almost 20 years of experience. I understand the needs and wants for children, as well as parents. I have reliable transportation.
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We interviewed Melissa and had her spend some time with our family before we hired her to watch our 3 children. She is very reliable and highly responsive. She is also open to the requests of the parents, and communicated very well with us when she had any...
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Margaret A.
Cranbury, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
A Mature Child Care Professional With 10+ Years Of Experience
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Mature child care professional with 10+ years of experience in taking care of children of all age groups. With a calm and patient attitude, I take charge of the entire household without any supervision. If you are in need of someone who is mature, calm, patient and takes care of your child like their own, please feel free to...
Margaret can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Margaret aunty is like a family member to us. She is very reliable and has helped us on a short notice for back up care as well. She clearly loves working with children and is very dedicated. We have to let her go only because we are relocating. Any family would be...
Nida Q.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Caitlin, I'm a 22-year-old recent college graduate with my Master's degree in occupational therapy! I'm currently home living in East Windsor, NJ and am studying for my occupational therapy state boards exam this summer. I have worked with kids since I was 15 years old, including being a camp counselor, daycare...
Caitlin can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I interviewed with Caitlin. She was on-time, very professional, and my daughter Casey loved her immediately. She is very friendly and I can't wait to work with her!"
Kaitlyn E.
5.0
(3)
I am known as the fun mom. I love kids. I have raised two wonderful sons. I love the outdoors and am the one who takes all the kids out for a fun day. I have been a computer explorer teacher, class mom, field trip chaperone, and ski club chaperone. I am also a freelance graphic designer. I enjoy hiking, golf, skiing, gardening,...
Debbie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
*Childcare sharing / homeschool family* I am an experienced special education teacher who has temporarily left the field after having my 1st daughter in 2021. I have worked as a case manager, curriculum developer, teacher, empowerment coach, daycare provider, babysitter, and nanny over the past 15 years. I have an Associates...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Our son had a school event at a water park and we needed someone who would be willing to go down all the slides with him. We hired Nicole and she did an excellent job entertaining him and making sure he had a great time. She got on his level and engaged him in...
Phillip B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am understanding, patient, trustworthy, and compassionate. I am warmhearted and I keep good rapport with my job, friends, and people who just know me. I love people, and I enjoy working hard as part of a team. I honestly believe children are gifts from God, and they deserve to be treated with respect and care.
I honestly...
Naomi can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Jo and I'm in my final year of university currently. I have a Bachelor's in Political Science and am getting my Master's in Elementary Education with a specialization in Special Education. I have been working with youth either as a camp counselor, teacher, or babysitter. Childcare and teaching are my passions and I would...
Jo-ann can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Jo is so amazing. She is great with our baby girl.. Our daughter loves her and is always happy to see her. Jo is the best person you can hire. Shes great and i would fully recommend her to anyone.. My family loves her :)"
Dozie A.
Stefanie M.
Monroe Township, NJ
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I have recently graduated from Rutgers University and received my Masters in Technology and Information Management. I currently work as an Project Manager for a tech company in central Jersey. When I'm not busy with work, I love spending time with kids! I have babysitting experience on and off throughout high school...
Stefanie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Stefanie was such a blessing to our household. My boys kept asking when will they see Stefanie again. I'm looking forward to winter/summer breaks to hire her again!"
Margo M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a wife and a mother of three adult children. I love children and I am a Montessori teacher. I taught children from 5 to 13 years old, French and Arabic languages in elementary school for over 15 years. I am trilingual; I speak French, Arabic and English fluently. My experience allows me to connect with children and help...
Mervat can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Mervat has our highest recommendation! She has been taking care of our son after school for the past two years (age 4-6), including driving him to various activities and tutoring him. She is like another mother to our child and like another family member to us. She...
Trinna J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi here's a little about me! I have previous childcare experience with children aged newborn to 10 years old. This past summer I worked with a family with two children aged six months and 3 years old.
During my time in high school I was a camp counselor and aftercare school counselor. I also have lifeguard experience and I am...
Mariya can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mariya did a fantastic job as a nanny for our 1 year old daughter. She was always patient and dependable, and she brought a wonderful energy into the household that we were happy to have around our little one. We were sad when her time with us came to an end (due...
Gina T.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Plainsboro, NJ
Deborah S.
5.0
Debbie is a great nanny. She is punctual and goes above and beyond. She has been taking care of my toddler and baby for almost a year. She engages with the kids and doesn't sit them in front of a device. They play outside, read, color and do activities. My kids love her and when she is off and not...
- Robbana K.
Jenna S.
5.0
Jenna is a very responsible person. She has lots of energy & great communication skills. She works quickly and knows how to get stuff done. We would hire her back in a second if we had the need.
- Norman G.
Hannah W.
5.0
Hannah has babysat for me multiple times in the past. She is reliable, kind, and fun to be around. She has a great personality and you can tell that she loves being around children!
- Samantha R.
Joely D.
5.0
Joely worked as a nanny for my toddler on two occasions. Both times she was punctual and professional. She was patient and friendly with my child. I would hire her again
- Maira A.
Sofia S.
5.0
Sofia came to us and began caring for our youngest child after we received an autism diagnosis for him. She was an absolute blessing to our son and our family! She worked with him on academic skills as well as play skills to support what his therapists and teachers were doing while simultaneously...
- Dana O.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Plainsboro, NJ:
How can I find a Plainsboro babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Plainsboro, 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 17 babysitters in Plainsboro, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.0. 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 Plainsboro, NJ?
The average rate for Plainsboro, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $22.35 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 Plainsboro, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Plainsboro, 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.