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60 babysitters are listed in Somerset, NJ
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Somerset, NJ
4.8
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a second grade teacher in Somerville, NJ, but live in Somerset. I love kids, I have been working with them for years and would love to meet you and your lovely family and help out in any way I can. . I was a lifeguard for 6 years, have my Master's Degree, and have experience in Customer Service and Childcare. My...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Samantha is a lovely person who is always trying to help out I am very grateful for her."
Care member
4.9
(7)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am not available to take on new families at this time.
I am a fun and creative person who loves working with kids. I enjoy being active and like to encourage the children to do the same. Since I am creative, I can easily come up with fun activities like games and arts and crafts to get children involved and keep them...
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Danielle has been an incredibly wonderful babysitter for our family. She is responsible, thoughtful, and adapts easily into a new environment. She is also flexible, and the first time she babysat for us she even took care of an extra child, my friend's daughter,...
Jennifer P.
Cindy T.
Somerset, NJ
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Cindy, I'm a junior at Rutgers University. I love kids and I'm looking to find a nice family to help out whenever needed. I have experience working at a daycare center for 2 years and I have volunteered at elementary schools after care programs. I also have 4 of years experience babysitting through Care. com! I...
Cindy can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Cindy was amazing to have around. Our children tend to be shy that wasn't the case with Cindy. She was engaging and made their time together fun. She's punctual, responsible, and very respectful. We hope to use her again in the near future."
Yariela A.
Kristina J.
Somerset, NJ
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Kristina, I hold a masters in fine arts. I've worked with kids from ages 5-15 and I'm first aid/CPR certified. I also have experience watching and caring for dogs for about 7 years. For 5 years, I worked as a counselor and specialist at a children's youth theatre camp, so I know a ton of goofy games! My family has an...
Kristina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Alexandra A.
Somerset, NJ
$40-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello, there! My name is Alexandra- I'm a 29-year-old teacher from Puerto Rico. I'm outgoing, respectful and kind. I moved to NJ to pursue my career 6 years ago. Kids have always been a part of my life. They are the reason I became a teacher and are definitely my motivation to keep going and always do my best. I currently teach...
Alexandra can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Alexandra is efficient, detail-oriented, and extremely competent. I highly recommend her for any endeavor she may seek to pursue."
Ninoshka M.
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
After raising my own two kids, I realized that nothing for me is as inspiring as working with children. After my kids went to college, I decided to follow my passion as a nanny and I spent three years raising two wonderful boys, a 6-month-old and a 3-year-old. Besides the basic responsibilities of a babysitter, I helped them...
I am a 60 year Mom who loves children. My degree is a BA in Early Childhood Education. I was a small business owner for many years but had to close due to Covid. Now I am a child care provider and love every minute of it! For many years I supplemented my income with child care, so I have experience with many ages. Please reach...
Debbie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Hello!
My name is Nelly and I am a mother of 3 children. I currently work as a substitute teacher for elementary school, so I have experience dealing with and caring for young children. I have a great deal of experience working kids of all ages and am extremely comfortable with caring for children in any capacity! As a mom, I...
Nelly can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Kayla P.
Somerset, NJ
$18/hr • 1 yrs exp
I like working with kids because I was born to be a caretaker. I love watching their personalities blossom as they take in the world around them. I'm a kid at heart still, so I'm happiest around children!
I'm not looking to simply make money; I want a job that I look forward to every day that helps me feel complete. I want to...
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Hi! Im Grace, I'm in my 4th year of college, with one semester left for student teaching. I'm caption of the track and field team at Saint Peter's University! I have a lot of experience with children/students of all ages, and cannot wait to become a future physical education teacher! I would love to babysit your children to...
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I'm 19 years old, I recently just moved to Somerset from West orange in the beginning of June and I've enjoyed working with children all my life.. this includes babysitting, tutoring, working at daycares, and families. I took Early Childhood classes all 4 years of high-school receiving an Early Childhood certificate. While...
Marie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Tatiana R.
Somerset, NJ
$20-50/hr • 15 yrs exp
I've been a childcare provider for 15 years because of my passion for fostering children's growth and development. My experience includes babysitting and working with families to provide reliable childcare. I'm patient, calm, and friendly, and I believe in open communication with parents through daily reports and regular...
Tatiana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Erica P.
Somerset, NJ
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an enthusiastic childcare provider with a genuine passion for nurturing children's growth and development. My journey in caregiving began with my rewarding experiences as a babysitter, where I discovered the joy of supporting families and providing reliable care for their little ones.
My patient and calm demeanor, coupled...
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Alba. I live in Somerset New Jersey. I'm work full time . But I'm looking a par time after 430 p.m. My actual schedule is 9 to 415 p.m. but I have some free time on the side, which gives me the opportunity to have a babysitting job. I have two kids, which gives me a lot of experience and I have also worked as...
Alba can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Jan A.
Somerset, NJ
$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a patient, calm, friendly, and responsible childcare provider with 20 years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for fostering children's growth and development, combined with my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles, led me to pursue a career in childcare. I believe in creating a nurturing...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a strong love for kids I have been babysitting sits for a good 3 years now and I could say I absolutely enjoy it. I have baby sit children from all ages especially infants. Im extremely patient and I'm willing to do many other task if needed I don't charge 20 per hour.
Zyhirah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as sweet outgoing and caring.
I like working with kids because I get to watch them go through different stages and grow up!
I started working with kids when I was age 6, always watching over my little brothers and changing their diapers even at that age. From 11 years old on I watched them after...
I'm very energetic, love to be around kids and especially animals. I have a dog of my own, his name is zeus and he's a Husky. I have years of experience and also a baby, so I have the experience and patience with kids ;)
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Gianni D.
Somerset, NJ
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as fun, caring and welcoming
I like working with kids because I enjoy teaching them new things and also having fun with them.
I'm looking for a job that I can take care of children and be in an comfortable environment
I started working with kids when I was about 16 at a daycare and taking care of...
Desteni M.
Somerset, NJ
$20-24/hr • 3 yrs exp
My name is Desteni and I am 24 years old, with a 2-year-old child myself. I have an associates degree in Psychology, with a focus in childhood development. I worked at First Children's School, a school for children with disabilities, in Scotch Plains for 2 years. I worked there as an assistant teacher, and worked with children...
Desteni can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Somerset, NJ
Samantha L.
5.0
Samatha definitely is a person you can trust to leave your dog and a house with!
I would suggest on a pay-as-we-go arrangement, rather than an upfront bullet payment though. We factually paid for 3 hours daily spent at our house with a dog, but Samatha was actually coming for a period of time...
- Oleksandra K.
Danielle F.
5.0
Danielle has cared for our 20 month old a few times now and has been consistently fantastic! Most recently, my daughter had just come down with a cold and was particularly clingy/tearful and Danielle handled it beautifully. Highly recommend!
- Caitlin D.
Cindy T.
5.0
If I could rate her above a 5, I would !!
Extremely dependable, patient and responsible. Cindy has been helping babysit our son for almost 3 years now and honestly we couldn’t be more grateful. She makes an effort to actually do some fun activities with him , sometimes help him with school work...
- Ashwaty M.
Alexandra A.
5.0
Alexandra is efficient, detail-oriented, and extremely competent. I highly recommend her for any endeavor she may seek to pursue.
- Ninoshka M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Somerset, NJ:
How can I find a Somerset babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Somerset, 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 37 babysitters in Somerset, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.1. 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 Somerset, NJ?
The average rate for Somerset, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $20.62 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 Somerset, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Somerset, 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 Somerset, NJ babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.1 / 5
Babysitters in Somerset, NJ are rated 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.