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Find babysitters in Scotch Plains, NJ that you’ll love

60 babysitters are listed in Scotch Plains, NJ

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years

Babysitters in Scotch Plains, NJ

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Autumn H.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Occasional Date Night

5.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Please read my profile before contacting me. Serious inquires only. $30 hour and up Currently seeking : * Pet sitting in your home. * Occasional sitting weekend/overnights *Travel Nanny w Passport and local events (weddings etc.) My Early Educator as a teaching assistant, began 2007 to 2012 ages 2 to 5 y. o Promoted to Lead...
Autumn can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Autumn watched my 6 months old for 3 days for 4 hours each day. She is by far the best sitter I have ever met. I would hire her again. She is very accommodating. She was great with the baby, didn't have any trouble putting her down for naps, spent time engaging the...

Adriana I.

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Hannah F.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$18/hr • 8 yrs exp

Fun And Dependable Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Hannah and I absolutely love working with kids! I am currently in Graduate school at Kean University working towards my masters in occupational therapy. I have a wealth of babysitting experience. In high school I was constantly babysitting my little neighbors. Then, I started babysitting full time for a family...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Hannah was our family sitter for our child's kindergarten school year. She was A+ with them and a great communicator with us parents. She is patient, kind, a great homework motivator and just a good person. I recommend her with no reservations!"

Hana S.

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Kathryn D.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced And Fun Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello there. My name is Kathryn, I often go by Katy or Kate for short. I am a 29-year-old, born and raised in Scotch Plains. I've graduated with a sociology degree from Roanoke College. Prior to graduation I worked as an administrative assistant and admissions persons for FlexSchool, a micro school for gitted and twice...
Kathryn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Katy is a dependable, responsible fun and engaging babysitter for my two children age 7 and 4. She has regularly provided care for them for the past 4 years. She is punctual and incredibly reliable. My children absolutely adore her and can't wait to spend quality...

Kristen A.

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Jessica V.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

4.0

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Hi, my name is Jessica. I am 31 years-old. I love caring for children and seniors. I feel that caring for them is the best job I can have. I am very responsible, reliable, and have a lot of patience. I have a run nursing degree. I have been caring for children and seniors most of my life, will care for them as if they were my...
Jessica can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

4.0
"Dear Jessica V. Thank you for the time and consideration.I appreciate having had the opportunity to speak with you about your experience in related babysitter. Your resume is quite impressive and shows great potential for you in the working world. Sorry that it...

Maria-elena V.

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Sarah B.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$16-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available On Weeknights

Hello, my name is Sarah, and I am 24 years of age, and I live in the area of Scotch Plains NJ. I absolutely love children, and truly enjoy working, engaging, and supervising them. I can keep children amused with outdoor activites as well as crafts and arts. I have five years of baby sitting experience, along with my BLS...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

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Alyssa M.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Babysitter & Tutor

Hi, my name is Alyssa. I live in Hoboken, NJ. I am open to babysitting and/ or tutoring in both locations. It would be a part-time. I have a bachelors in accounting from Rider University and masters in accounting from Kean University. I was a camp counselor for 5 summers. I enjoy playing tennis, watching tv, movies, sports, and...
Alyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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Kelly F.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

I was a 4th grade teacher for 4 years and now work in non-profit management for Girls on the Run, a positive youth development program for girls in grades 3-8. My work schedule is highly flexible and I'm seeking a care job that includes something like morning and after-school pick-ups and drop offs. I have previous experience...
Kelly can also help with: Travel
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Maria S.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available From 8.30 To 3 Pm. But Can Be Flexible After Talk.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Maria Cristina, but everyone call me just Cristina. I'm Portuguese, living in Scotch Plains. I talk /write fluent English, and understand and talk some Spanish . Im a babysitter with 10 years of experience, and I can provide references. Im available from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday. Occasionally I can...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
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Deanna D.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child Care Available

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...
Deanna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Guadalupe C.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$15-21/hr • 1 yrs exp

nanny

I have taught for more than 4 years, kids' ages range from 6-9. I have 1 year of experience as a nanny. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts.
Guadalupe can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
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Gabriella J T.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$15-21/hr • 2 yrs exp

Creative And Reliable

Hi there! I'm a CPR certified Psychology major with 2 years of babysitting experience and an extensive volunteer background work at Sister Pat's Kids Camp and Overlook Hospital. I'm creative, playful and patient and can help with travel, crafts, sports and light cleaning if requested. I believe child safety and enrichment,...
Gabriella J can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kathleen C.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as caring, loving, and determined. I started working with kids when when I was 18 years old. I have experience in child care centers, babysitting, and working in a school as a teacher. In my spare time, I like to spend time with my friends and family. My husband and I try to spend as much time...
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Francesca D.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

Summer 2024 Care Giver Available

Dear Parents, My name is Francesca, and I graduated from Kean University with a B. A. in Education, with endorsements in Special Ed. and English (K-12) in 2022. I have a strong background in working with children, including babysitting, camp, and after-school counseling at SPF schools through the YMCA program, student teaching,...
Francesca can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

CPR

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Taylor A.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$15-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

My name is Taylor, I am 22 years old. I graduated from The University of Rhode Island with my bachelors in Marketing. I'd describe my personality as reliable, patient and communicative. I like working with kids because I enjoy the creativity they bring! Throughout my years I've found to have had many job working with...
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Jessica J.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$20-22/hr

Stay At Home Mom Offering Drop & Go Childcare Monday - Friday 10a-2p

Hi Moms & Dads! Do you need some time without the little ones during the week? Sometimes you just need a little time without the kids to run chores, go to a doctor appointment, have some "me time", etc. I offer drop off babysitting at my house from 10a-2p Monday - Friday. I am a local (Scotch Plains) stay-at-home mom with two...
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Gabriel G.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hi all. My name is Gabrielle and I I have 7 years of experience. I have experience working with all ages and am comfortable with driving, bathing, light housekeeping, laundry, meal prep, etc. I currently working M-F 8:30-5 p.m. and am looking to add on a second form of employment.
Gabriel can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
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Arlene Z.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$15-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Mother Of Two Young Adults Looking To Work With Family In Need Of Child Care.

My name is Arlene, and I live in Scotch Plains. I have two grown girls of my own. I Have assisted families with picking up their children after school/weekends. Have helped with feeding them dinner, after school activities, and playtime. I have a reliable car and clean driving record. Will provide references upon request.
Arlene can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
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Keily T.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$18-50/hr • 2 yrs exp

I'm a dependable and enthusiastic caregiver with a commitment to supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option. My patient and calm demeanor allows me to connect with children and create a safe and nurturing environment where they can thrive. I believe in open and honest communication with parents, ensuring that...
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Camila R.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$15-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

I'm an experienced caregiver with a passion for fostering children's growth. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I have five years of experience caring for children of all ages. I believe in providing a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can learn and grow. I'm comfortable enforcing household rules and...
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Leticia C.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hii! I'd Love To Provide Care To Your Family

ABOUT ME: My name is Leticia, I'm 29 years old and I'm from Brazil. I have 4 years of experience with kids 1-15years old. I consider myself a person very responsible, pontual, patient, dedicated, organized, open-minded, honest, caring and flexible. WORK EXPERIENCE: For 2 years: Responsible for 2 kids in NJ and I worked in...

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Scotch Plains, NJ

Autumn H.

5.0

Autumn watched my 6 months old for 3 days for 4 hours each day. She is by far the best sitter I have ever met. I would hire her again. She is very accommodating. She was great with the baby, didn't have any trouble putting her down for naps, spent time engaging the baby with books and toys. So...

- Adriana I.

Hannah F.

5.0

Hannah was our family sitter for our child's kindergarten school year. She was A+ with them and a great communicator with us parents. She is patient, kind, a great homework motivator and just a good person. I recommend her with no reservations!

- Hana S.

Kathryn D.

5.0

Kathryn has been a great help to our family! She has watched my niece on several occasions and you can just tell when we get back home that they had a great time. I am pregnant now and know I will also be using her when our first comes along. It's nice to have someone close and reliable you can...

- Lindsay R.

Jessica V.

4.0

Dear Jessica V. Thank you for the time and consideration.I appreciate having had the opportunity to speak with you about your experience in related babysitter. Your resume is quite impressive and shows great potential for you in the working world. Sorry that it didn't work out for you with your...

- Maria-elena V.

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Average Rating4.1 / 5

Babysitters in Scotch Plains, NJ are rated 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 35 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.