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Jessica V.
Scotch Plains, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Dana. I am a very detail-oriented, artistic, responsible and fun person. Although I solely enjoy both performing arts and visual arts with children, I've grown to love sports as well. My childcare experience began 14 years ago, at age 14. I started off caring for my younger siblings until they were old enough...
Dana can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Dana is so nurturing and patient! Our girls love her. I love how she was willing to have fun and be silly with and encourage our girls to step out of their comfort zone. Our home was always spotless when we came back and the kids were always to bed on time! She...
France J.
Dilenny D.
Belleville, NJ
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi !
I am a 22-year-old college graduate. Since I was young, I have always had a passion of taking care of kids. Which is why, I was always grateful that I came from a big family. Not only did it provide the steps for me to understand and know how to take care of a child but also the responsibilities that's come with it. I have...
Dilenny can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Dilenny worked for at a daycare called My First Steps and she was very reliable, energetic and enthusiastic. The kids loved her and she was always willing to pick one of them up, cook or play with them. Dilenny was never late for the year that she worked with me...
Felicia B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Julia, and I've been babysitting for over 3. 5 years, gaining hands-on experience with children of all ages. I truly love working with kids and enjoy creating a fun, safe, and nurturing environment for them to grow and thrive.
Over the years, I've built strong relationships with families, providing trustworthy,...
Julia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Julia vibed extremely well with my son. I was nervous at first because it's his first time being babysat by non-family but they clicked and she even taught him a few new words in Portuguese while I was away! Will definitely be seeking her out again. I recommend...
Jessica R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm a compassionate, loving, go with the flow woman who adores babies and children, yet can be firm at times if required. I'm so passionate about children because you can learn a lot from them.
I have worked with children for the fast with my friend's kids, and the latest was with twin boys who lived at Manhattan for almost a...
5.0
"Michelle was a wonderful care taker for my 2.5 year old son! Always has been on time and engaged him in activities. My child felt very happy and safe in her care. Thank you Michelle!"
Elisabeth M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Priscila, I'm 28 years old, and I'm from Brazil. I arrived in the United States in April 2021 as part of an exchange program to study English, and since then, I've been working with children.
I have experience caring for children of all ages, starting when I was 17. Over the years, I've helped care for the...
Priscila can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
5.0
"I couldn't more highly recommend Priscila as a child care provider. She has cared for our baby for the past year and quickly became part of our family. Our daughter immediately felt comfortable with her and watching their bond grow was truly special.
I...
Holly L.
Smadar R.
Florham Park, NJ
$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.9
(13)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I'm a mom of 3 kids. I have a background of working with children through daycare and nannying. I enjoy working with children and value how much love and attention they need which I'm willing to give. I'm responsible, reliable, hardworking, and always on time. I can clean, prep dinner, and provide transportation for the...
Smadar can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"There is not enough positive things that I can say about Sam. She was our caregiver for my 5 year old daughter who loved her like a second mother. Sam was able to pick her up from preschool and was always extremely punctual and dependable. My daughter is anxious...
Ashley N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a 21-year-old full-time student at Duquesne University seeking graduating in December 2017. I have years of experience watching children, and I also work as a patient care technician at Children's hospital. Children are my passion! MY Schedule is very flexible. References available upon request.
Delphia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She was very friendly and very nice to my child! My child was so happy to play with her.
l was sick so it's very helpful !"
Remi N.
Leonor H.
Caldwell, NJ
$35-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
The only things I can tell about myself is that I have 20 years of experience. I love what I do and I always do it for the glory of God. I never get fired. And also I am a good housekeeper and I love cooking gardening cleaning and I love animals.
Leonor can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Leonor is an incredible human being. She took care of our children for almost a year everyday after school and during summer break. We couldn't be any happier with the care she provided our children. She will be missed by our entire family. She's also an excellent...
Justyna D.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I can help you with pick up, drop-offs within Caldwell, Roseland, and Essex Fells. I work until 3-ish so I am unable to travel to towns that are further away. I can run your errands and do food shopping too. I respond to everyone that sends me a message even if I am unavailable to help, as a common courtesy.
I have two teenage...
Roseanne can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Roseanne is a very reliable, thoughtful, and kind caretaker. She was so helpful in caring for our child and we would highly recommend her."
Mona M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for ever since I was little and helped out my previous babysitters with my siblings, cousins and other kids of all ages. I can cook, clean, change a diaper and more. Providing after-school care is not a problem. I can tutor and help with homework. I'm caring, nurturing and a great listener and plus a go...
Nyasia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I was very nervous about a stranger coming into our home and sitting for us but Nyasia made me very comfortable. Nyasia was great with our 4-month old son. She was very patient, loving, and caring. She cared for him for five hours and followed the instructions that...
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a very reliable, trustworthy, and organized individual who loves to give back and help people in any way possible! In the future I plan to be a pediatric doctor and hopefully work in the hospital! With five years of caregiving experience I have cared for children from ages 3-15. This past summer I worked as the head coach...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
5.0
"Olivia is the most caring, reliable caretaker we have ever had. She's extremely dependable, trustworthy and warmhearted person we know."
Michele P.
Manuela Z.
South Orange, NJ
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Manuela, I am 24 years old I'm Colombian and also a jazz singer! I have over 6 years of experience with childcare. I have worked with children from 0-13+ specially babies and toddlers.
I started getting involved with childcare when I was in college studying a bachelor's degree in music because before graduating from...
Manuela can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Manuela is an excellent care provider! She goes above and beyond for our children. She is responsible, flexible and has excellent instincts. You will not be wanting for anything, if you hire Manuela! "
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Katarzyna C.
Clark, NJ
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
driving to and from school, meal preparation, help with homework, playdate arrangements,, after school activities.
Katarzyna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Katarzyna was hired to watch my children and to run errands. My family found her to be personable, dependable, and punctual. My kids took to her immediately and she was very flexible with her time."
Pat R.
Nashaly M.
Parsippany, NJ
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Appreciated the responsiveness , things didn't work since we booked someone else but will reach out next time ."
Hitesh M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
An easy-going and positive Colombian-born childcare professional with a passion for creating a nurturing environment. I began my journey volunteering at kindergartens and engaging in social work with children during college continued to offer exceptional care as a nanny. Enthusiastic about the outdoors, art, and music,...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Melissa watched our two boys, 4 years and 2 months old. She engaged with our toddler well and he's not always a fan of strangers. She asked good questions and seemed knowledgeable about infant care! The boys were happy and well taken care of. They cannot wait until...
Katie N.
4.3
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Esther, I am 27 years old. I speak both English and Spanish fluently. I am courteous, easygoing, detail-oriented, fun, focused, I love children and animals, and I'm flexible. I have custody of three children for about four years, 1 niece and 2 nephews, 1 has ADHD, but I have raised them since they were babies. I cook...
Esther can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
3.0
"I am hiring her seeing her enthusiasm. She spent 2 hours with my son and looked like she would be able to take care of him. I gave only 3 starts since I haven't seen her working full-time. I will update my rating when she starts working."
Haritha K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Kathleen. I am interested in positions such as babysitter, nanny, dog walking, housekeeping etc. I am a college graduate holding a BA in Sociology and a minor in Psychology and one course away from teacher of the handicapped certification. I have a work history of 18 years plus with the state of NJ. I have also worked...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We think the world of Kathleen. She is fantastic."
Heather F.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
As babysitter I am friendly and disciplined individual with 8+ years extensive experience in nurturing and developing children of different ages. Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills and a demonstrated ability to make a positive change in the lives of children. Well-versed in making children schedules, potty- training,...
Luciana can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Luciana has been with us for almost a year. She is one of those rare finds that connected to the children immediately, knew what to do naturally, and gave us piece of mind. We fully trust her, she's professional, soft, kind, nice, and we highly recommend her."
Rotem A.
Michelle K.
Madison, NJ
$23-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello... I am looking for a babysitting job in my neighborhood. If anyone has an interest in me, I would be appreciated if you send me a message. Thanks.
Michelle can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"Michelle helps us on weekends and week nights. She is incredibly driven, committed to learning the way the family works, eager to learn, eager to help, and brings tons of fun and engaging activities for children. We feel so lucky to have her a part of our team!"
Katie S.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Short Hills, NJ
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.
Dana J.
5.0
Dana is so nurturing and patient! Our girls love her. I love how she was willing to have fun and be silly with and encourage our girls to step out of their comfort zone. Our home was always spotless when we came back and the kids were always to bed on time! She communicates very well and pays...
- France J.
Dilenny D.
5.0
Dilenny worked for at a daycare called My First Steps and she was very reliable, energetic and enthusiastic. The kids loved her and she was always willing to pick one of them up, cook or play with them. Dilenny was never late for the year that she worked with me and I would definitely hire her again...
- Felicia B.
Julia A.
5.0
Julia vibed extremely well with my son. I was nervous at first because it's his first time being babysat by non-family but they clicked and she even taught him a few new words in Portuguese while I was away! Will definitely be seeking her out again. I recommend her!
- Jessica R.
Michelle M.
5.0
I hired Michelle as part timer for my 6 months old daughter. I never worried for being away for the whole day whenever she's around. I feel her full care and love for my precious one. She's reliable and always on time. Thank you Care for introducing her to our family.
- Golda M.
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How much do babysitters charge in Short Hills, NJ?
The average rate for Short Hills, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $20.73 per hour as of March 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 Short Hills, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Short Hills, 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.