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Find babysitters in Rockaway, NJ that you’ll love

60 babysitters are listed in Rockaway, NJ

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years

Babysitters in Rockaway, NJ

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Christina S.


Denville, NJ

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Creative And Energetic Sitter

5.0

(3)

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, My name is Christina and I graduated from college at Kent State University majoring in Nursing this past May. I have been a babysitter for the past five years with various families that have different child needs. I am very adaptable with many circumstances. In the past, I have babysat for a family with five children and it...
Christina can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Christina is going to school to be a nurse dealing with kids..She has babysat for numerous people from our church not only my daughter whom has ADHD and autism.She has a huge heart for families and loves kids.Shes always on time and she can cook and clean.Enjoys...

Carol S.

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Olivia L.


Parsippany, NJ

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny/babysitter Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I am Olivia! I am a law student at Stetson University, and I have my undergraduate degree in criminal justice from The University of Alabama. I have years of experience in child care, as I was a camp counselor and cheer coach for kids ages 5-12 for four years. I have a younger brother who is 11 and have babysat him his...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Olivia is by far my favorite babysitter! If you hire her, you won't be sorry. She has a calming presence about her that my kids loved about her. They still ask for her months later after we moved. I liked that fact that she wasn't afraid to ask questions. I also...

Christina H.

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Debbie G.


Oak Ridge, NJ

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Debbie and I graduated college with a degree in early childhood education. I taught pre-k for 12 years and then took a leave from teaching to have my own family. I was a substitute teacher with the Jefferson Township Public Schools. I was a nanny for a family of 2 boys for 5 years until they both started public...
Debbie can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Debbie is by far the best nanny we have ever had. Punctually is amazing. Personality is beyond this world. She engaged with our daughter in ways that only someone who cares could.. she played with her, sang to her and had so much patience. You won't regret having...

Emelia K.

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Rachel D.


Lake Hopatcong, NJ

$18/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Rachel, I'm 28 and a college graduate that majored in education and received my bachelors degree May 2022. I have eight years of experience working with children, aging from newborns-13 years old. I also have a 4-year-old nephew and a 1-year-old niece who I have watched since they were born. I have a lot of...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Rachel has always done such a great job of watching my step-son, all the way back from when he was a baby. I wouldn't choose anyone else to care for him. Highly recommended!"

Richard K.

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Laura D.


Boonton, NJ

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Patient And Fun Sitter With Lots Of Experience

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with kids for over 15 years. I have worked in camps, homes, and schools. Among the many families that I have watched have been a family with four kids, including an 1-month-old and two dogs, and a family with 16-month-old twins. I am good with caring for multiple kids of different ages, picking up after kids are in...
Laura can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Laura babysat for my 10 year old one evening and looked after our extremely energetic dog on several occasions. She was terrific with both my daughter and the dog and professional and courteous with me and my husband. I would definitely recommend Laura as a top...

Theresa B.

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Tagemattie A.


Parsippany, NJ

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny/ Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 46 years old. l live in West Orange, NJ. I have over 23 years of experience preemie to school age children. I'm responsible, affectionate, understanding, caring, energetic, and I'm very sensitive towards children. I enjoy being around children and helping them learn and grow. I can prepare children's meals. I have knowledge...
Tagemattie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Tagemattie has been our nanny and a part of our family for the last three years. She was on time (actually..early) every single day, and took fantastic care of our son from when he was an infant to him being a toddler. She does meal prep, school pickup and drop...

David P.

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Nichakorn F.


Parsippany, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Your Child Is My Child

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, How are you? My name is Nicha from Thailand, I live in Parsippany. I'm a stay at home mom who is looking for a part time babysit job during weekdays as my 14years old son goes to school. My special needs son is a gifted&honor student at school. He is a pianist who performed at Canergie Hall at age 6, and also the...
Nichakorn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"She's awesome with babies! Love her. Would have kept her longer if wouldn't have to leave Jersey. I will definitely recommend her. She's great and was a pleasure to work with! "

Nandini S.

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Toni M.


Boonton, NJ

$28/hr5 yrs exp

Great with kids & keeping them busy, at all ages! Former lead teacher at Daycare 101 in Brick, N. J. Cared for infants - age 6, sometimes up to 10 at a time!! I have plenty of references and letters of recommendation from parents there, feel free to ask! Crafty, organized, energetic, secure, yet fun! Love animals (preferably...
Toni can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Toni is dedicated and compassionate with children. She goes above and beyond"

Bethany S.

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Melissa G.


Denville, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Child Care Provider/Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with children for 30+ years. I absolutely love what I do. I have worked with six families and bonded with the family as well as the children. I have worked with children ages newborn-14 years as well as twin infants. I ran errands, cooked, baked with the kids, laundry for children, light housekeeping and drove...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Maureen R.


Sparta, NJ

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Retired Elementary School Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Maureen and I am a mom of 3 grown children, my youngest just graduated college in May. I am a retired elementary school teacher with a Masters in Education. I love children of all ages and am looking forward to being a nanny/ babysitter as my next career step. I can help with homework, help with meal prep, drive...
Maureen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"Maureen has been absolutely wonderful to my family. I wish I had met her years ago. She has cared so wonderfully for our newborn son, she is great to our dog, and my older children love her as well! "

Erin M.

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Suzette C.


Boonton, NJ

$18-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hard Worker, Compassionate And Loving

I'd describe my personality adventurous, helpful and creative I like working with kids because I want to have a positive impact on the lives of children and have the opportunity to learn and grow. I'm looking for a job that bring happiness and love to my life and the family I work for. I started working with kids when I was 18...
5.0
"Suzette does everything from cleaning to cooking, he change his diapers and is very dependable. What I like about her is that she taught my son American Sign Language and what is quite amazing if she also a Spanish as well. She never says no, and goes above and...

Stacia M.

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Nashaly M.


Parsippany, NJ

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a Behavioral Therapist with a Bachelors in Psychology and interested in babysitting/nannying part time. I love working with kids and have worked at a daycare for almost 2 years and another for about a year now. My mother is also a teacher who has taught me a lot on how to care for a child. I have a 3-year-old brother who...
Nashaly can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Appreciated the responsiveness , things didn't work since we booked someone else but will reach out next time ."

Hitesh M.

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Amanda E.


Riverdale, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 25 years old with 12+ years of babysitting experience. I have watched children that range from 1-month-old to 16 years old. I am able to prepare meals, provide rides, and spend time playing with your children. I have a Bachelor's degree in psychology and am pursuing my PhD in school psychology. I work with children of...
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Amanda has babysat for my two children on and off for many years now. She is sweet, caring, motherly and truly enjoys the children. Amanda does a great job of making the time fun for the children. She is a big help in preparing meals and snacks, playing games and...

Sarah S.

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Rosa K.


Cedar Knolls, NJ

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Reliable & Fun Sitter

I enjoy working with children very much, through out my experience as a sitter I have learn to understand what is necessary for the Children need.
Rosa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
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Shannon M.


Sparta, NJ

$25-50/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter

4.0

(5)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a compassionate, fun and loving mom who is looking for a position to care one or two children. I have experience as a nanny and I am also a registered nurse pursing my advanced practice degree. I have volunteered with a youth advocate program and JBWS caring for children of special circumstance. I find great joy in watching...
Shannon can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

4.0
"We interviewed Shannon and immediately knew she was who we would choose to watch our children. She came to our home with her daughter and the children played and had a great time. Shannon was engaging, personable, shared her values and beliefs (which perfectly...

Megan O.

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Alexandra D.


Hopatcong, NJ

$22-25/hr8 yrs exp

Teacher Sitter :)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a middle school science teacher looking to help with summer care! I have spent my summers watching children of all ages. My availability is open during the week- I am looking for about 25-30 hours. I am willing to help out occasionally on weekends and date nights. I love to be outside and I am an active sitter open to day...
Alexandra can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Hired Alex to care for our 5/6 month old and have been thrilled with the job she has done. Would 100% recommend her for any nanny/babysitting/infant care you need."

Zack G.

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Diana S.


Mountain Lakes, NJ

$25-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hi, I'm looking for babysitting opportunities such as date night or weekends. I have experience with ages 6 months - 10-year-old. I have been working as a nanny/babysitter for about 3 years now and for the past 2 years I've been working as full time position taking care of four kids: 9yo, 7yo, 5yo and 2yo. I have my own car and...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Diana is a sweet young lady, very responsible, flexible, reliable and charismatic. She has planty of experience so it made me feel confident. She did a fantastic job and I would highly recommend her. "

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Briana C.


Mount Arlington, NJ

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Long-term Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Briana and I am 24 years old. I have been a nanny for 8 years with one of those years formerly being a Jr. Assistant for an after care program at an elementary School. I'm available to provide great references and I am vaccinated. I have experience with children in ages ranging from infant to preteens. I am...
Briana can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Briana is a very sweet, reliable person. She will always be there when you need her and sometimes even on call. She pours her heart into the children and loves what she does! She will be the best nanny but also a friend to your child/children. You won't ever regret...

Carol S.

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Kate G.


Sparta, NJ

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Creative Individual

I am an LPN and have been in the healthcare field for over 20 years. I am also a Navy Veteran. I am looking for a homecare position to supplement my per diem long term care nursing position.
Kate can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Kate is a diligent, organized, outgoing person who always goes above and beyond in her performance of any task given to her. Kate doesn't give up on a challenge and is committed to the work assigned to her."

Cindy F.

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Joyce B.


Dover, NJ

$15/hr6 yrs exp

ABOUT ME..

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

-I'm looking for a family that needs an extra set of helping hands and loving heart! -About me: -I'd describe my personality as caring, patient, and attentive. I am very flexible, always on time & will communicate very well with you. I served in the military so punctuality is very important to me. -Skills include: having tons...
5.0
"Joyce watched our two kids when my husband and I went out for a date night. She did very well and our children enjoyed their time with her."

Jessica M.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Rockaway, NJ

Christina S.

5.0

Christina did a wonderful job with my 2 boys. My oldest (8yr) has ADHD and my youngest (3yr) absolutely loved her and were always happy after she spent time with them. Christina is very sweet and always communicated with me what was going on with the boys. She does a wonderful job and I would highly...

- Christina G.

Olivia L.

5.0

Olivia is by far my favorite babysitter! If you hire her, you won't be sorry. She has a calming presence about her that my kids loved about her. They still ask for her months later after we moved. I liked that fact that she wasn't afraid to ask questions. I also liked the fact that she followed...

- Christina H.

Debbie G.

5.0

Debbie is by far the best nanny we have ever had. Punctually is amazing. Personality is beyond this world. She engaged with our daughter in ways that only someone who cares could.. she played with her, sang to her and had so much patience. You won't regret having her in your home. She is the best!!!...

- Emelia K.

Rachel D.

5.0

Rachel has always done such a great job of watching my step-son, all the way back from when he was a baby. I wouldn't choose anyone else to care for him. Highly recommended!

- Richard K.

Laura D.

5.0

Laura babysat for my 10 year old one evening and looked after our extremely energetic dog on several occasions. She was terrific with both my daughter and the dog and professional and courteous with me and my husband. I would definitely recommend Laura as a top notch sitter.

- Theresa B.

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Average Rating4.6 / 5

Babysitters in Rockaway, NJ are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.