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60 babysitters are listed in Princeton, NJ
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Princeton, NJ
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I can pick your children up and bring them home from sports, tutoring, their friends house, all types of activities if you are running late from work.
Need a last minute sitter, I'm available to watch in your home.
I have hours available during the day & night on weekdays and weekends.
I have experience with all ages of...
Paulette can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Paulette has babysat my daughter on many occasions. Paulette is very dependable and can rely on her. She always keeps my daughter busy with places to go or fun activities. She is caring and very patient. She also has taken care of our dog. She's an animal lover...
Sheleen H.
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
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.
Emma L.
Lawrence Township, NJ
$17-22/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Emma. I am 25 years old and graduated from Rutgers University in 2020. I recently moved to Arlington and am working full time at a nonprofit organization. I am looking for additional babysitting jobs on the weekdays and weekends. I have been babysitting for seven years around my neighborhood in addition to my...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Emma was great with our three kids. She played with them all day, cooked them lunch and dinner and cleaned the kitchen when she was done. I would hire her again in a heartbeat."
Kim S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 16 nieces and nephews mostly under the age of 7. I have babysat children from 6 months to 13 years old. I have worked in my church nursery and I have worked as an assistant Sunday school teacher.
I currently work as a Medical Assistant at a clinic while I attend college for Nursing.
Alisha can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Alisha was excellent. My daughter and her had a blast the moment she walked in. She is smart, and I felt she really enjoyed caring for my 10 year old. She arrived early to both the interview and the job. At first I was a little worried, since she lived 40 min...
Rose G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for children from infants to 11 years old. I was a family babysitter for a 6-year-old and 10-year-old twins. I then worked in various early childhood settings,
enjoying preschool and pre-k, while working with families of special needs children after school.
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"wonderful and great with our son"
Stacey And Joe B.
Alexis D.
Trenton, NJ
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I work full-time at a law office as well as a personal assistant, and property manager. I've been babysitting for 15 years now and have watched an array of children from newborns to teenagers. I am a responsible babysitter who encourages fun, creative activities to aid children's growth and foster each child's curiosity and...
Alexis can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alexis is an absolute pleasure to be with. She is extremely helpful in the house and with children. My three kids ages 7-1 all love her and are happy to be with her over me! She is very responsible and on top of things. She is great at planning activities and...
Hilary M.
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
4.0
"Jennifer worked for us, helping with our son in the morning, and some afternoons. In the end, it wasn't a fit personality-wise (not an unusual occurrence for our son), we but we can still recommend Jennifer.
Jennifer is a pro. She showed up on time, every time,...
Rafi L.
4.4
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Melanie and I have been working with children for over 17 years. I am a Special Education Paraprofessional currently employed in the Hillsborough Public School district. I have experience with children/ young adults ages 2-23 ranging in different special needs. Since finding care. com I have done mostly...
Melanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Melanie was very prompt and always arrived on time. If she had to miss a certain day, she provided adequate notice. Would definitely recommend Melanie. "
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Claudia L.
Pennington, NJ
$33/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Working with elderly and children has been my passion for two decades now.
I consider myself as a caring, loving, reliable and honest person babysitter .
I am a CNA and CHHA . I've been caring for patients with different health conditions (cancer, diabetics, Alzheimer's, Parkinson , dementia, MS, mood disorders etc. I have...
Claudia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Claudia is kind hearted, caring and affectionate. She is dependable and punctual.
We would hire her in a moment, if there is such a need."
Oindrila C.
5.0
(1)
I have been babysitting since I was 11, I love working with kids and have worked in varying forms of childcare for 10 years now. I most recently worked in a emergency homeless shelter, with families. I have also worked with people with developmental disabilities, serious mental illness and on the autism spectrum on and off for...
Lily can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lily is a kindhearted, overly helpful young woman. Easy going and fun, very good with children, and a safe and responsible driver. "
Elizabeth H.
4.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello -
My name is Susan and I enjoy working with all people, but I have a special place in my heart for working with the elderly and children. .
I have experience in care giving, including but not limited to errands, light cleaning, meal prep, arts/crafts and providing friendship as well. I have also had experience with...
Susan can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Susan provided childcare for my 9 yr old when I had to be out late for a work event. She was pleasant and professional for our interview; and responsible and caring with my child. They did an activity, she made dinner, and she cleaned up totally though it was not...
Namita T.
Wadzi K.
Belle Mead, NJ
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Patient And Flexible Nanny Available To Work Monday-Friday
5.0
(1)
I have worked with 2 families and their kids in the age range of new born to 10years old. I enjoyed every moment I shared with these kids. The best moments were getting involved in their play, crafts time and creative art, reading and dance.
Wadzi can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"Wadzi will make a nice addition to any family. She is sweet and loving and very professional. We were very impressed with her, but she needed more hours than we could give her.
I hope that someone hires her very soon!
Best,
Juli"
Juli P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
(CURRENTLY LOCATED IN LAWRENCEVILLE NJ NOT BRIDGEWATER) I have worked with all different ages of kids ranging from pre-k to 6th grade. I have worked at a summer camp and an after school program for schools around Bridgewater NJ. I currently am in Lawrenceville NJ working on my degree in Music Education at Westminster Choir...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Emily R.
Hillsborough, NJ
$17-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I Love Teaching Young Children Through Play. All Children Have Good Days And Bad Days, Patience.
4.5
(2)
I'd describe my personality as patient, nurturing, protective, and fun
I like working with kids because they're creative, caring, energetic, and silly
In my spare time, I like to skateboard, journal, take care of my cat, dog and guineapig, play piano or guitar
One thing you should know about me is:
My skills include I am...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"Was very prompt and was efficient. "
Care member
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
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.
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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
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 absolutely wonderful!
I work in medicine and my husband works as an engineer. There are many times where we were scrambling to find a babysitter because of our jobs. Sofia was 100% there for us.
She has a degree as a social worker and being a full...
Kimberly H.
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:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Margaret helped our family for the past 16 months and took care of our 5 months old baby till he started day care. She is an excellent care giver who arrives always on-time, gives 100% of her attention to your child, helps with meal prep and laundry and takes care...
Erhan A.
Maeve A.
Hopewell, NJ
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Maeve and I'm 22 years old. I'm currently not going back to school and would love to find a family to care with! I've worked previously for 2 years with an amazing little boy. (May 2022-June2024) We formed an un breakable bond and unfortunately my time with them has ended due to them moving. Before settling...
Maeve can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Maeve babysat for our son for two years (he was 5 to 7 years old), and we would keep having her babysit if we were not moving away in a few weeks :-) Maeve is caring, conscientious, responsible, and kind. She was easy to interact with and is very friendly. She was...
Tai W.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Princeton, NJ
Paulette F.
5.0
Paulette is the best. She is not only extremely dependable but she goes above and beyond. My family was so blessed to have her come into our lives.
- Michele C.
Natalie B.
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 things and consider her a member of...
- Kate Q.
Emma L.
5.0
After interviewing Emma, I knew I found the perfect person to watch my 2 children. Emma has watched my daughter a few times and she is punctual, sweet, and very responsive when making plans. Most importantly, Emma is very dependable. She helped us out when we needed a last minute babysitter (less...
- Kristen B.
Alisha F.
5.0
Alisha was excellent. My daughter and her had a blast the moment she walked in. She is smart, and I felt she really enjoyed caring for my 10 year old. She arrived early to both the interview and the job. At first I was a little worried, since she lived 40 min away... She assured me this was not...
- Rose G.
Keri D.
5.0
wonderful and great with our son
- Stacey And Joe B.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Princeton, NJ:
How can I find a Princeton babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Princeton, 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 33 babysitters in Princeton, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.4. 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 Princeton, NJ?
The average rate for Princeton, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $21.27 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 Princeton, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Princeton, 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 Princeton, NJ babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.4 / 5
Babysitters in Princeton, NJ are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.