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60 babysitters are listed in Raritan, NJ
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 8 years
Babysitters in Raritan, NJ
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently only available for occasional coverage or a once-a-week need. I work 40 hours per week and not looking to add anything regular to my schedule!
If you need a temporary tutor, date-night or back-up sitter, or help with a one-time event. I can be available!
I tutor, coach tennis, caretake for children and...
Layla can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I have 3 girls ages 9,5, and 18 months and they fell in love with Layla immediately! She is great at playing with the girls, tidying up, putting the baby down to sleep & preparing dinner. You can tell she has plenty of experience as she needed no direction and made...
Adrianne B.
Hi! I am 30 years old with a doctorate degree in psychology. I am also a board certified behavior analyst. I work in an elementary school full time and am looking for after school babysitting. I have worked with children almost my entire life as a gymnastics coach, camp counselor, daycare teacher, and now as a behaviorist. I...
Isabella can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Elyssa R.
Raritan, NJ
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have been working at the same restaurant on the hospitality staff for the past four years. I have been in customer service team member. I also have experience with children through babysitting and camp counseling for three years. I am interested in having a job where I can care for other people.
Elyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Julia R.
Raritan, NJ
$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring, Helpful, And Flexible Professional Looking For Part Time Work
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a full time speech-language pathologist looking for part-time work on an as needed basis. I have experience babysitting children ages 2-13 y/o for many years. I currently work with adults with neurological disorders. I am open to tutoring, housekeeping, and running errands as well as child-care for as needed basis.
Julia can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have over 10 years experience babysitting for friends and family, I worked at Kindercare, and I was recently employeed with a great family for almost 5 years as a nanny. I just changed careers and am now in social work but looking to help out on weekends for date nights or help during the week!
Debbie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with six years in the field, I'm passionate about fostering a safe and enriching environment for children of all ages. My journey into childcare began with babysitting roles, where I discovered the joy of caring for children and helping them grow. I'm motivated by the opportunity...
Hi! My name is Julia and I am a 23-year-old recent Rutgers graduate looking for a part or full time nannying position while I await to begin a program in the fall. I currently have my Associates in Liberal Arts, as well as my Bachelors in Psychology. Currently, I am available Monday through Friday at whatever times, however, I...
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Gloria L.
Raritan, NJ
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experience Caregiver For More Than 10 Years. Just Finish The Case Taking Care For An Elderly Woman, The Case Lasted For Almost Three Years.
As a caregiver I made sure that I gave all the best I could give to satisfy and the trust that the family needs. Here are some of those:
1. Take and pick up the kid from school and other activities.
2. Plan and schedule play dates.
3. Prepare meals.
4. Do some light housekeeping.
5. Do some errands like, bring the clothes...
Gloria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Mom of 3 ; a grandmother.
I am a retired daycare teacher
I am searching for a caregiver position for
a few days a week.
I am a reliable, kind, loving, responsible, hard working, energetic and creative individual who loves working with children
References upon request.
*February 2020 I did a criminal...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Aleli P.
Raritan, NJ
$20-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
I worked in a health care facility full time, and for sometime I'd been babysitting to some of the doctors children. I have 3 kids. I have a nursing background.
Aleli can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...
Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I am so reluctant to write this review because I don't want anyone to steal her from us! ha-ha Lisa has watched my two boys for us several times now. She is ALWAYS on time, super reliable and will bend over backwards to help you ANY way she can. Both my kids love...
William And Gina G.
4.8
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a second grade teacher in Somerville, NJ, but live in Somerset. I love kids, I have been working with them for years and would love to meet you and your lovely family and help out in any way I can. . I was a lifeguard for 6 years, have my Master's Degree, and have experience in Customer Service and Childcare. My...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Samatha definitely is a person you can trust to leave your dog and a house with!
I would suggest on a pay-as-we-go arrangement, rather than an upfront bullet payment though. We factually paid for 3 hours daily spent at our house with a dog, but Samatha was...
Oleksandra K.
Lauren S.
Somerville, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
36-year-old professional in Somerville. Laid off from my corporate gig in the spring, taking a bit of a pivot and gotten back into childcare.
In my previous life I considered myself an Operations guru, but currently enjoying the title of kid entertainer/wrangler/friend. Started as a mother's helper at 10, babysat all through...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lauren took care of my two young, energetic sons early morning and after school, including dropoff and pickup. She bonded so easily with the boys and managed their playtime very well, ensuring they had fun safely. Both enjoyed their time with Lauren and ask about...
Tiffany K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Jessica. I'm 28. I love to play and have skills in music, dance, and art to share. I've taken care of infants as young as 6 weeks. I've also assisted in homeschooling. I can cook, clean, and do laundry if you wish. I like to tell bed time stories and do things that stimulate imaginations. While in Hawaii the past two...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jessica is a very caring loving person who I would trust with my daughters anytime. "
Christine O.
5.0
(1)
Allow me to introduce myself- My names Jade, I am a compassionate individual with a diverse range of skills and experiences. Over the past seven years, I have immersed myself in the world of child care, honing my abilities to nurture and engage with children. In addition, I possess two years of invaluable experience in...
Jade can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jade is a very smart, caring and dependable person that loves working with children and will make sure your child is safe while under her supervision. She is also a very hard-working college student!"
Shane D.
Alexandra A.
Somerset, NJ
$40-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello, there! My name is Alexandra- I'm a 29-year-old teacher from Puerto Rico. I'm outgoing, respectful and kind. I moved to NJ to pursue my career 6 years ago. Kids have always been a part of my life. They are the reason I became a teacher and are definitely my motivation to keep going and always do my best. I currently teach...
Alexandra can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Alexandra is efficient, detail-oriented, and extremely competent. I highly recommend her for any endeavor she may seek to pursue."
Ninoshka M.
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
Alyssa M.
Somerset, NJ
$20-22/hr • 9 yrs exp
Experienced Baby Sitter Available For Weekend Babysitting Jobs
4.3
(25)
Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood
My name is Alyssa and I absolutely love caring for children! I been working with children for the past five years in the position of babysitters, nanny, daycare assistant, preschool teacher. I have worked with all ages from newborn to 10 years old. I enjoy playing dress up, reading stories, arts and crafts and playing games. In...
Alyssa can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alyssa has been an incredible babysitter for my kids, they adore her. She has brought crafts and fun art projects for them to do, and always brings such a positive energy with her! As a parent, Alyssa demonstrated all of the qualities you look for; trustworthy,...
Steve S.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
As a babysitter, I take my job very seriously and take into consideration the lifestyle that your family leads and how you choose to raise your children. I have 6 years of experience working with children in a daycare care setting, and over 16 years of experience babysitting for various families. Currently, I work with children...
Caitlin can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Caitlin has been with us for close two years and it has been a pleasure to have as part of our family. Our daughter has grown very close and attached to Caitlin."
Summer S.
Xinia M.
Hillsborough, NJ
$22/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have five kids from the ages of 13-32 and am comfortable with kids all ages. I am frequently available short notice.
I make a great candidate because enjoy reading books in Spanish, entertaining children, willing to help around the house, and love to cook.
I have experience with taking care of up to 4 kids at once; with...
Xinia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Xinia was our nanny for about 2 years. She developed a great relationship with our 4 kids then aged 1-3-5-7 and feels like part of the family. She helped us as well with running the house and some great cooking."
Benoit V.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Raritan, NJ
Layla D.
5.0
I have 3 girls ages 9,5, and 18 months and they fell in love with Layla immediately! She is great at playing with the girls, tidying up, putting the baby down to sleep & preparing dinner. You can tell she has plenty of experience as she needed no direction and made me feel completely comfortable....
- Adrianne B.
Lisa A.
5.0
I am so reluctant to write this review because I don't want anyone to steal her from us! ha-ha Lisa has watched my two boys for us several times now. She is ALWAYS on time, super reliable and will bend over backwards to help you ANY way she can. Both my kids love her and it's so awesome to find...
- William And Gina G.
Samantha L.
5.0
Samatha definitely is a person you can trust to leave your dog and a house with!
I would suggest on a pay-as-we-go arrangement, rather than an upfront bullet payment though. We factually paid for 3 hours daily spent at our house with a dog, but Samatha was actually coming for a period of time...
- Oleksandra K.
Lauren S.
5.0
Lauren took care of my two young, energetic sons early morning and after school, including dropoff and pickup. She bonded so easily with the boys and managed their playtime very well, ensuring they had fun safely. Both enjoyed their time with Lauren and ask about her often. We're all looking...
- Tiffany K.
Jessica C.
5.0
Jessica is a very sweet reliable person. The kids loved her.
- Jennifer W.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Raritan, NJ:
How can I find a Raritan babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Raritan, 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 10 babysitters in Raritan, 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 Raritan, NJ?
The average rate for Raritan, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $19.00 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 Raritan, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Raritan, 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.