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60 babysitters are listed in Rutherford, NJ
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Rutherford, NJ
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Sophia and I am a student at University of Wisconsin- Madison. I am looking to babysit a couple of times a week when I am not working at my marketing internship specifically Mondays and Wednesdays. I am also free every day of the week after 6pm! I love being around kids whether it was working at my sleep way camp...
Sophia can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sophia is wonderful with children while being kind, fun, and engaging. She cared for our 2 daughters with ease and perfect control. Sophia followed instructions for bedtime routines, dinner, and activities perfectly. We all loved her and would recommend her...
Lenni K.
Preeti P.
New York, NY
$40-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have worked with many families before I've joined Care. com. On the tutoring side, I strive to help kids become focused and attain a better understanding on subjects in a fun and educational way. On the babysitting side, I have over six years of experience. You are free to reach me anytime.
Preeti can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I hired Preethi based on a close friend's review of her and she was an extreme help to my daughter and family. She tutored my daughter in ELA and helped improve her scores, but also made my daughter look forward to her tutoring sessions! Preethi is such a positive,...
Melanie T.
Olivia G.
Jersey City, NJ
$24-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Experienced And Organized Sitter Looking To Bring Ease To Your Family's Schedule
3.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Olivia! I'm an energetic trilingual sitter that has worked in childcare through volunteer work with nonprofits, babysitting with local families, and more formal counseling work with young adults in academia. I can take kids to and from activities, or spend the day at home if need be. I love engaging with kids in the...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
3.0
"Olivia was hired and helped to take care of our two toddlers. She worked with us for 3 weeks. She was very kind and did a wonderful job with engaging with our children.
Unfortunately, there were a few incidents that left us tainted with our experience with her....
Tayo B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Juliana . I have been working as a nanny for nearly 8 years now with children of all ages. I am a Finance major, currently working remotely with a flexible schedule. I am looking for occasional babysitting (date nights, weekends etc) . Looking forward to meeting you.
Juliana can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Juliana worked for me part time and full time for a few months taking care of my very active and sometimes grumpy 18 month old girl. Ju was excellent. She was always on time and did everything I asked without hesitation. She's got great energy, always smiling and...
Cinthya B.
Brielle P.
Lyndhurst, NJ
$32/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hi Im Brielle I'm currently attending bergen community college pursuing a degree in financial technology. I have 5+ years of experience and currently babysit a 5-month-old baby boy on Fridays 8-4 I am looking to fill up my other two days off which is tuesday and thursdays! I am also available for date nights or any one time...
Brielle can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"Brielle is an energetic, responsible, and kind girl. Having her watch my son was blessing! My son loved her and so did we!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi Everyone! I'm Zoë. I'm originally from Memphis, TN and attended the University of Southern California for undergrad. After spending several years in L. A. & a few years in Florida, I decided to move to NYC in April 2023! Although I have a full-time job, I felt like this would be a great way to get to know the community. I've...
Zoe can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Zoe watched my 3 boys on and off for many years while she was in high school in Memphis. They were ages 9-13 at the time. She was responsible, loving and trustworthy. My boys were so excited every time she came and were sad to see her leave at the end of the night....
Laurie K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi all! My name is Daisha and I am a licensed practical nurse who recently had a baby boy of my own. I'd like a more flexible job and have experience babysitting all ages. I am CPR/BLS certified as well and am open to different hours. I hope to meet you and your family soon!
Daisha can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
5.0
"Daisha is caring, responsible, and always kept me updated on how my son was doing. I was able to go to work assured that my son was in good hands. She kept him engaged with toys and music, fed and bathed him, and altogether made my life easier when I got home. She...
Lauren B.
Parker J.
New York, NY
$28-50/hr • 12 yrs exp
Reliable, Full-time, Experienced Caretaker/nanny/babysitter
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Currently enrolled in a Masters Program for Educational Psychology at Hunter University. Available all summer, once the school year comes back my only limitations would be Monday and Tuesday nights. I have experience caring for Newborns to high schoolers, with families up to 3 children.
Parker can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Parker has gone above & beyond our expectations and my kids absolutely love her! She not only helps with the daily house chores she takes my kids on special memorable outings that they love! I hope she gets to stay with our family for a long time!"
Kate H.
Arlene M.
Garfield, NJ
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Well I started babysitting as soon as I started high school. It was a rewarding thing to work with kids in general as I got older I enjoyed it even more and more and its just a dream to work with them. As I always had this thing for them I loved helping them with their homework and taking them out to places like the park or even...
Arlene can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
CNA
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Caroline. I currently work at a tech start-up and in theatre but am also looking for occasional babysitting opportunities. I have many years of experience working with children in a variety of settings and ages from 4 months old to 12 years old. I used to teach dance, acting, and singing classes to children...
Caroline can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Caroline is my go-to sitter! My kids absolutely adore her, and my son is usually very shy! She is communicative, dependable, and super fun- she knows of so many crafts and non-screen time activities that keep my kids occupied and happy. She came highly recommended...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I work in fintech in the city and I work from home. I truly enjoy taking care of people and I have a passion for working with children. I have babysitting experience with children as young as 7 months. I would be able to tutor your children, take care of the house, make meals, and take them to places.
I enjoy taking care of...
Meghana can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Meghana worked for us for 5 months picking up our daughter from school. She was always punctual, dependable, professional, and very friendly. She made sure that my daughter felt safe on a subway ride. On rare occasions when she was unable to pick my daughter up,...
Noah D.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Jen and I am 28 years old living in Downtown Jersey City. I graduated college in 2015 with a degree in Early Childhood Education and with a minor in reading. I currently have 3 years of experience being a full time teacher under my belt. I have taught both 1st and 3rd grade, along with having numerous...
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Jennifer has experience as a teacher of young children and it shows. She is so great with kids and has the added benefit of being a great tutor! Always on time and very organized and dependable. Cannot recommend highly enough."
Adam D.
4.0
(1)
I have been babysitting children for over 15 years. I have babysat for all ages including multiple children at the same time for families. Previously, I worked taking care of adults with special needs and children with special needs. I used to work at an adult daycare and worked as a camp counselor for 4 summers. Previously, I...
Lucia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
4.0
"I interviewed Lucia and found her to be very professional. She had a well prepared resume listing her excellent experiences. Unfortunately her school schedule did not coincide with our childcare needs."
Emily A.
Laura M.
New York, NY
$20-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
I Have Always Had A Passion For Child Care, And I Can't Wait To Further My Experience.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. My strengths as a babysitter are that I am very responsible, reliable, extremely patient and love to have fun with the kids. I have spent time babysitting kids from ages 0-12 years old. I have years of experience and a soft spot for kids....
Laura can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Laura was a great baby sitter for us. She was very communicative, on-time and full of energy. Our son was pretty cranky and she never gave up trying to keep him entertained while making sure he was cared for."
Elisa K.
Dacia N.
Newark, NJ
$25-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Dacia and I'm happy to babysit and take care of pets! Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns about my experience, I would be happy to discuss it in more detail!
Thank you for the consideration!
Dacia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Dacia is great! She babysat for our 3 children and was incredibly attentive and engaged with our kids. All 3 kids asked me when they could see her again and they missed her. We will be hiring her again and suggest you do the same!"
Brendan H.
Stephanie S.
New York, NY
$25-45/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Stephanie and I'm currently applying to grad school for clinical psychology. I would describe myself as fun, loving, outgoing, and highly communicative. I have 6 years experience babysitting and can provide reference upon request. I play violin, have been an assistant chess teacher, and am a native New Yorker....
Stephanie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Stephanie is lovely. She has been sitting my children for 6 years and they really look forward to spending time with her. It’s always so much fun for them. She is reliable, and organized and I highly recommend her. "
Care member
5.0
(16)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as fun, easy going and cheerful
I like working with kids because I love children. Love seeing their development growth and if I can have a piece of enhancing and empowering them to be great individuals then of course it's a pleasure.
One thing you should know about me is your child is your precious...
Kiaora can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She's great with kids! Patient and kind."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a compassionate and experienced caregiver with over 15 years of working with youth of all ages - from infancy through high school. My background includes babysitting, nannying, working in school settings, and serving as both a Youth Behavioral Assistant and Youth Mental Health Therapist/Coach. I hold a Master's degree in...
Tyler can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Alyssa B.
Paramus, NJ
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a positive and reliable college student with years of experience in babysitting as well as child care at a local nursery school.
5.0
"Alyssa has been watching my daughter since she's 7 or 8 years old. My daughter is currently 11.
Every time I left my daughter with her, I never worried.
I can trust Alyssa in my house with my kids (my son is older) and I was able to concentrate at work or enjoy...
Kim I.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a college student and an older sister with a passion for helping children learn. I enjoy being with children and feel that we can learn just as much from them as they do from us. I have had experience working with children with mental and physical disabilities through my years of work with Best Buddies. I have also...
Isabel can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Rutherford, NJ
Sophia D.
5.0
Sophia is wonderful with children while being kind, fun, and engaging. She cared for our 2 daughters with ease and perfect control. Sophia followed instructions for bedtime routines, dinner, and activities perfectly. We all loved her and would recommend her highly!
- Lenni K.
Preeti P.
5.0
I hired Preethi based on a close friend's review of her and she was an extreme help to my daughter and family. She tutored my daughter in ELA and helped improve her scores, but also made my daughter look forward to her tutoring sessions! Preethi is such a positive, helpful, and caring, individual....
- Melanie T.
Olivia G.
3.0
Olivia was hired and helped to take care of our two toddlers. She worked with us for 3 weeks. She was very kind and did a wonderful job with engaging with our children.
Unfortunately, there were a few incidents that left us tainted with our experience with her. After one of those incidents, we...
- Tayo B.
Juliana L.
5.0
Juliana was our steady, part time nanny for four years on the UWS. She has become an important person to our son and to our family which includes a French Bulldog. Juliana bonded immediately with J. when she met him in 2012. She knew exactly how to engage with a curious, physical 3 year old toddler....
- Tanya B.
Brielle P.
5.0
Brielle is an energetic, responsible, and kind girl. Having her watch my son was blessing! My son loved her and so did we!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Rutherford, NJ:
How can I find a Rutherford babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Rutherford, 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 20 babysitters in Rutherford, 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 Rutherford, NJ?
The average rate for Rutherford, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $19.75 per hour as of April 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 Rutherford, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Rutherford, 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 Rutherford, NJ babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Rutherford, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.