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60 babysitters are listed in Raritan, NJ
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
What others are saying about babysitters in Raritan, NJ
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,…
Review for Layla D. by Adrianne B.
She's very hard worker, she's great with kids, and she's very punctual.
(To listen to a recording of this interview, click on the…
Review for Aleli P. by Care.com M.
She is the absolute sweetest! My son absolutely loved her and she was so interactive with him! I'm super excited I found her! Thanks…
Review for Julianna V. by Crystal F.
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, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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.
Aleli P.
Raritan, NJ
$20-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
CNA
5.0
"She's very hard worker, she's great with kids, and she's very punctual.
(To listen to a recording of this interview, click on the References tab above.)"
Care.com M.
Julianna V.
Raritan, NJ
$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am currently a college student who is looking for something part time. I previously moved back to New Jersey from Florida and I had a family there that I was nannying for, so I'm looking for something similar here. I absolutely love kids and have great availability! I'd love to help out so let me know :)
Julianna can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She is the absolute sweetest! My son absolutely loved her and she was so interactive with him! I'm super excited I found her! Thanks Julianna!"
Crystal F.
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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
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, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Brittany D.
Raritan, NJ
$16-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Crafts. I have worked with children as young as 6 weeks to preteens as old as 14.
Brittany can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Meal prep, light cleaning
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hi, I am 31 years old, I have 10 years of experience, working in preschools centers and babysitting for the same family. I have excellent references.
I love working with kids, I'm very patient and sweet, I speak Spanish and English.
I have a preschooler and a 10-month-old baby.
Konny can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Konny is extremely kind, creative, and caring! She has watched both of my children and I trust her 100%."
Renee H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have always loved working with children. I got my first childcare job working at Daycare my sophomore year of high school in which I worked with children ages 3 months to four years. I then got a job at Connection before and after school care program. At KTC I received experience working with children going into kindergarten...
Maren can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maren was wonderful with our 3 girls, spent time doing crafts and also made sure they got outside to enjoy the beautiful weather. We will definitely have her come again"
Katie C.
5.0
(2)
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, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
4.9
(4)
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, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She’s very super friendly very understanding and accommodating she works with you and it’s very patient!. She takes time to help u with your teachings and makes u feel very comfortable . Shes just so wonderful i love her❤️❤️"
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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:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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
(2)
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, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Jade is very reliable and responsible. She is also extremely compassionate, loving, caring, and mature."
Millie D.
Barbara S.
Basking Ridge, NJ
$27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Looking For A Nanny Position Or Babysitting Position Part Time Full-Time Or Part-Time
4.9
(16)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I am currently looking for around 15 to 25 hrs of work I am a mature and experienced Babysitter/Nanny who was working FT in the Corporate World until 2015. My current job for a 5 yr old ends June 17th. My job working for a 2 yr old little girl in Morristown ended 8/23. In 2022 was working for a 2 1/2 yr old boy in Cranford. He...
Barbara can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Barbara is currently watching my 2.5 year old son since December 2020. She is very dependable and caring to our energetic toddler. She truly loves what she does and it shows in her care for our son. Our son looks forward to her arrival every day and ask for her...
Barbara P.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Alexandra is efficient, detail-oriented, and extremely competent. I highly recommend her for any endeavor she may seek to pursue."
Ninoshka M.
Emeline P.
Dunellen, NJ
$30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(20)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone, I'm a certified pediatric sleep consultant and I value the importance of early education. I try to make learning fun for children of all ages. Let's have a chat so you can know more about me. Looking forward to hearing from you all.
Emeline can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emeline is amazing! She has been working as a night nanny for us for the past 6 weeks and we could not be happier. She was always prompt and on time, super communicative, and developed a special relationship with our newborn. She also taught us a lot about caring...
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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 11 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 $18.73 per hour as of May 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.