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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
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello - My name is Chantley and I'm am a recent Doctor of Pharmacy graduate. I've been working with kids since I was 15 and love it. I started by watching my neighbor's son and then began babysitting for kids in our neighborhood.
I am available to assist in virtual learning for your child and tutor your college students. In...
Chantley can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Chantley is a god-send, came in our life right on time and as been an asset. I'm truly grateful for her and being able to be so flexible during these unprecedented times. I appreciate her and her work..Thank you from the W. family"
Keisha W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With over a decade of dedicated experience working with children aged 0-18, my passion for creating nurturing environments and supporting young learners' development has grown immensely. Beyond teaching American Sign Language and admissions leadership, I have also been deeply involved in nannying roles, providing personalized...
5.0
"Coley was great! She came on time and I could tell my daughter really liked her. As a new time mom, I truly felt comfortable leaving my 3 month old with her. Definitely will book her again in the future."
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Tais A.
Hillside, NJ
$24-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
+3000 Hours Of Childcare Reliable Driver Excellent Swimmer English, Spanish, Portuguese Speaker
5.0
(3)
Hello families,
I'm Tais and I'm 26yo, I'm a very polite person, and responsible. I love kids and I'm energetic to play with them. For me, patience is the key when you handle with kids, be kind and interactive too.
Currently, I've been babysitting full time a 4yo boy and a newborn baby, I've been with the same family for 2 years...
Tais can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Tais helped us for one weekend. She did a very good job to take care of my active 3-year-old girl. She is proficient in childcare and operated independently with minimal instructions."
Yaping W.
Katera P.
Maplewood, NJ
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a big sister of two younger brothers and a younger sister, I've learned the responsibilities of handling children at a young age. I'm mature, reliable, and punctual. I take initiative and take charge but still create a fun environment for kids.
I have worked privately with multiple families over the years as a...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Katera helped watch our 2 boys on New Year's. She was prompt, very responsible and the kids warmed up to her quickly. Absolutely would hire again!"
Danielle W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I was a daycare/preschool teacher in Brazil and I was working full time at the same school since 2014 - there I worked with babies from 1 years old to children of 6 years old. They are divided by age. I have been working in groups separated by age of 35 children. I have also been a substitute teacher for extra classes for...
Helen can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"We have Helen helped us for a week to take care 2 girls 2 years and 5 years for the week before school open. She was very organized and dependable. She play cards game with my 5 years old to avoid her from screening. My 2 years old was very stick on me, but finally...
Ping D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Nina and I am 35 years old living in New Providence. I am available 1-3 days a week afterschool. I work until 3:30 in New Providence so am able to come from there. My start time would be dependent on where you live but between 3:40-4:00 is possible. I have been babysitting for over 20 years now. I have also...
Nina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Nina is one-of-a-kind. I say that from experience as we have had and known several nannies. I even hesitate to write this because I hope she will come back to our family should she seek employment during or after college. Nina was with us a little under a year and...
Sabrina B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I like working with kids because kids touch a soft spot in me that brings me joy.
I started working with kids at a young age of 15. I have a big family with lots of nieces and nephews. I started watching my nieces and nephews around the age of 15. As far as professionally working with kids it has been about 5 years.
In my...
5.0
"Darlene is so patient, caring and understanding. I love how reliable she is. "
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5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Positive, calm, balanced, committed, ambitious, compassionate, reliable, kind and very creative. My 2 daughters are my highest achievement making me proud every single day. In the past I worked as a Art teacher for kids with disabilities at "Special School Sacel" Romania. Between 2000 and 2005 I was part of an amazing French...
Camelia can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"I am writing to express my recommendation for Camelia M. Cami has worked as a babysitter for my two year old toddler for the last 9 months. She serves as an excellent role model to my young child. My daughter always looked forward to her time with Cami and are...
Rubina S.
Lilla C.
Clark, NJ
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Lilla . I am a mother of two grown children. I've worked in the medical field for many years, and have prior experience babysitting younger children prior to my work in healthcare. I am good with children and am looking for opportunities to assist families in need of childcare.
Lilla can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Briana! I have 10+ years' experience in caring for children of all ages. Mother of 1. CPR certified.
Briana can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She was so great watching both of kids. They loved her and asked when she would be back."
Jazmine V.
Aarilyn I.
Avenel, NJ
$18-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a dedicated childcare provider with 5 years of experience, I'm passionate about supporting families and providing a safe and nurturing environment for children. My calm and patient demeanor, coupled with my formal and reserved nature, allows me to effectively manage and care for children of various ages.
I prioritize clear...
Aarilyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Great time working with aarlyn she’s so hands on with my daughter I feel so at ease when she babysits my daughter is 9 month old and she has been helping with her since birth "
Dominique D.
5.0
(14)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Friendly and passionate nanny with 5+ year progressive experience in nurturing and developing children of different ages. I am a person that I love children. I am very creative I make beautiful party decorations especially for children. I love reading to children and playing with them. You will not regret hiring me. I always...
Femia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Femi is awesome! She is very intentional. First day she bought a change of clothes and changed before holding my baby, her own house slippers and was willing to cook. She is reliable and great with babies. She watched my almost 5 month old baby girl. If you hire...
Imani L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have many years of experience caring for children of all ages. I am looking to obtain part-time babysitting jobs in the afternoon, evenings and some weekends. 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 comfort...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maria is fantastic! She provided evening care for our 3yo daughter S for 5 months, 3x/week (~12 hours). Maria picked S up from daycare, prepared meals, bathed her, and put her to bed before we arrived home late in the evenings. She was an extended member of the...
Victoria A.
Amparo H.
Edison, NJ
$15-55/hr • 10 yrs exp
Enthusiastic Babysitter And Tutor - All Ages - Available On Weeknights
5.0
(7)
Im currently attending graduate school but was previously working as an EMT. However, babysitting and tutoring have been some of the best times of my life! With more than 10 years of experience, I have worked with many different ages and personalities. Since graduating college, I had lots of experience with children both in the...
Amparo can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She's a wonderful babysitter and she's great with kids."
Duncan H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Tiiera and I am interested in being your Nanny! I am currently a Masters of Social Work candidate at Rutgers University and I have about 2-3 years of experience with nanny/babysitting work. I have a clean driving and background record, I don't smoke or drink, and I can provide resume upon request. If you're...
Tiiera can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Tiiera is reliable baby sitter. She kept great communication with me and my husband. My daughter is 10 months and she took great care of her. We hired her twice and both times she came on time. She has a bubbly personality. Will hire her again."
Iesha W.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've had great experience providing childcare for wonderful families for the past 5 years.
I have experience with children ranging in all ages. Previously I have assisted families with transportation to school and from school, driving to any after-school activities as well as play dates.
I also provide help with homework and...
Solanny can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
4.0
"She is very reliable and followed my request. She also can do flexible work. She is good at communication and very kind."
Miyuki S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! My name is Drew. I'm 34. My experience includes being a nanny for a beautiful family with 3 children ages 4-7 and previously babysitting children ages 2-12. I am currently a full time nanny for a family residing in Westfield, children 7 months and 4 years old! (Baby is now almost 16 months). I also am a part time...
Drew can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Drew is an afternoon nanny for our 18 month old and 4.5 year old. She always comes excited to engage and play with the kids. She helps prepare and clean up dinner four nights a week and helps our picky eater try new foods. She is communicative, timely, fun, and...
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Paige B.
Chatham, NJ
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Seeking A Nanny Or Babysitting Job For February 2021-August 2021!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Paige and I live in Chatham, NJ. I recently graduated from The College of New Jersey majoring in English and Secondary Education. I am currently working as a language arts teacher in a 6th grade classroom. I am looking for a babysitting/nannying job starting in February, as my temporary leave replacement position will...
Paige can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Paige is a responsible, reliable young lady. She is attentive to the needs of the children and the children LOVE spending time with her. She was a perfect fit for our family! "
Tara S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there. I am a 48-year-old woman who used to care for children in my home. I have 10 plus years of child care experience. I have watched children from 2 months to 10 years of age. I do not smoke and am comfortable with pets. My abilities include but not limited to laundry for children, meal prep, feeding, nap time, outdoor...
Joanne can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Joanne was our full time nanny for over a year and I cannot recommend her enough. Any family would be so lucky to have her care for their kids. My daughter was 10 months when she started and is so smart and polite because of Joanne. She was always talking, reading,...
Care member
Shayla E.
Edison, NJ
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Shayla! I recently graduated from Florida Atlantic University and am a Registered Nurse. I am CPR certified, a non smoker, COVID-19 vaccinated, comfortable with pets, and I am able to provide my own transportation. I have done work in a daycare, summer camp, as well as one-on-one child care. I have worked...
Shayla can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I hired Shayla to take care of my 8 month old daughter. I had never hired a babysitter before, and she made me feel so comfortable! She was great with the baby and she texted me an update midway through the evening to reassure me that everything was going well. She...
Abby M.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Scotch Plains, NJ
Chantley T.
5.0
Chantley is a god-send, came in our life right on time and as been an asset. I'm truly grateful for her and being able to be so flexible during these unprecedented times. I appreciate her and her work..Thank you from the W. family
- Keisha W.
Coley S.
5.0
Coley was great! She came on time and I could tell my daughter really liked her. As a new time mom, I truly felt comfortable leaving my 3 month old with her. Definitely will book her again in the future.
- Care member
Tais A.
5.0
Tais helped us for one weekend. She did a very good job to take care of my active 3-year-old girl. She is proficient in childcare and operated independently with minimal instructions.
- Yaping W.
Katera P.
5.0
Katera helped watch our 2 boys on New Year's. She was prompt, very responsible and the kids warmed up to her quickly. Absolutely would hire again!
- Danielle W.
Helen F.
5.0
Helen has been an amazing nanny for our son - he is starting daycare and we so wish we could keep her at the same time! She is very reliable, extremely calm and happy (she has the best attitude and always has a smile for us), and is so loving and patient with our little boy. She has formed a great...
- Rory G.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Scotch Plains, NJ:
How can I find a Scotch Plains babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Scotch Plains, 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 32 babysitters in Scotch Plains, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.2. 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 Scotch Plains, NJ?
The average rate for Scotch Plains, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $20.56 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 Scotch Plains, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Scotch Plains, 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 Scotch Plains, NJ babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.2 / 5
Babysitters in Scotch Plains, NJ are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 48 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.