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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 6 years
Babysitters in Somerset, NJ
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: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, My Name Is Ja'Lyssa But Everyone Call's Me Jay. To Start Off, I'm A Very Goofy, Funny, & Loving Person. I'm 1 Of 5 Brothers And Sisters So Im Used To A Lot Running Around And Loud Noise. I Worked With Children Since I Was A Child Myself. I Am CPR Certified But No I Do Not Have A Degree In Child Care. I Gained Most Of My...
Jalyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance & more
I'm a dedicated and passionate care provider with many years of personal experience nurturing eight grandchildren (2 of which have ASD)as well as working 40 years in the nursing field. My patient and friendly nature allows me to connect with children and adults of all ages effortlessly, building a safe and nurturing environment....
Joana D.
Somerset, NJ
$19-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm passionate about supporting families by providing dependable child care. With two years of experience, I'm well-equipped to care for your children. My patient and friendly nature creates a welcoming atmosphere for kids, and I prioritize open communication with parents, using their preferred method, whether it's verbal...
Elaina H.
Somerset, NJ
$16-21/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! my name is Elaina, I'm 20 years old and I am currently a preschool teacher and I absolutely love it. This fall i'm going back to college studying social work so unfortunately with school starting soon i'm looking for a new job that can work with my class schedule. I've worked in childcare for about 5 years in total,...
Elaina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Deyanira B.
Somerset, NJ
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I Take Care Of Your Little Ones, Since They Are Important To Me.
It's a pleasure to greet you, for me being part of children's life is not a job, it's a vocation. I believe that by applying my knowledge and skills, I am significantly promoting education, respect or value of other cultures, mental and physical activity in general.
Children are the future of society and the world, they are like...
Jagzia C.
Somerset, NJ
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
CPR certified, registered behavioral technician, CNA
I'm highly experienced in childcare as well as elderly care.
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Azza and I have 3 kids. 2 of my kids are in college and my youngest is in high school. I would love to make some extra money. I am very good with kids and very patient. I was taking care of my whole family since I was very young. I am an excellent cook (according to my kids).
Career nanny looking for a part time position with a family I can grow with!
Some of what I offered my previous families: Developed and taught age appropriate curriculum for children under the age of five. Prepared meals, grocery shopped, assisted children with household chores, homework, driving to and from school and...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(11)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Iris. I have a PhD in Molecular and Cell Biology from UC Berkeley and have been a research biologist for over 10 years (at Johns Hopkins, the NIH and UCSF). I am currently applying for teaching K12 positions starting August 2019 so I am available for child care during my break. I have 6 nieces and nephews and grew...
Iris can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"She is dedicated in whatever she do. She is innovative and good natured and cultured human being.
Her pet care abilities are excellent and her tutoring abilities are superb.
Wishing her all the very best in her new role."
Manjula B.
Lori N.
Somerset, NJ
$20-34/hr • 1 yrs exp
25 Year Old College Graduate Looking To Babysit For The Summer And Beyond
I'd describe my personality as friendly, caring and kind
I'm looking for a job that will help me pay for college and give me more experience in nurturing and helping young kids of the future.
I started working with kids when I was young and I never charged for it. In fact, I denied payment because the kids I was watching were...
Helen L.
Somerset, NJ
$15-40/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 1 year of babysitting experience. I can help with Travel and Grocery Shopping.
I can help with simple house cleaning.
Helen can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Frances C.
Somerset, NJ
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional Bilingual (Spanish/English) Childcare Provider
Can take care of your children.
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Lucia S.
Somerset, NJ
$28-50/hr • 16 yrs exp
My Name Is Lucia ! I Live In Somerset County. I Have 2 Children.
Organized, Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certificates. Safe Driver, Native Spanish Speaker , English Speaker, Pet friendly, Multitasking, Patient and Kind
I'd describe my personality as Friendly, Reliable and Trustworthy.
I like working with kids because it's very challenging for me but rewarding career to build...
I am an energetic and attentive 19-year-old home from college for the summer. I am the oldest of four children and have years of experience dealing with various ages. I will provide a safe, caring, and fun-filled environment for your child.
Elena C.
Somerset, NJ
$19-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing and highly motivated childcare provider with a genuine passion for helping children thrive. My patient and calm nature, combined with my creative imagination, allows me to provide a safe and stimulating environment for young minds to flourish.
If you entrust me with the care of your child, I will strive to...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a financial analyst with a masters from the University of Florida. In high school and college I was a county summer camp counselor, where I worked 3 summers with approximately 100 middle school students a day implementing a curriculum created with my coworkers. I have completed the American Red Cross Babysitter's Training...
Shelby can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Shelby is AWESOME! She played with my kids for 4 straight hours and took such good care of them. My kids asked when is the next time Ms. Shelby is coming back! Highly recommended!"
Thomas P.
Danielle B.
East Brunswick, NJ
$28/hr • 12 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Need a date night sitter? Babysitter? Help with laundry? Organizing? Light cleaning? Cooking? Meal prep? Errands? Look no further!! I am a fun and energetic individual that will care for your family and home like my own. I'm trustworthy & dependable and ready to tackle those tiresome tasks.. My job is to make your life easier.
Danielle can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"Danielle was able to help us when quite a few possible sitters fell through. She is the first person to care for our daughter who is not a family member. Danielle was able to keep her calm, happy and engaged the entire day. Her communication was prompt and clear...
Angela W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I do really love taking care of children and making memories with them. I truly would appreciate if you choose me to watch yours. I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having someone...
Kaylee can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kaylee is great with our toddler. She is reliable and makes every effort to accommodate our schedule. She engages with our son and follows our schedule while also keeping us updated. We are so sad to have Kaylee leave for school & can't wait for her to return!"
Madeline P.
Suzanne O.
East Brunswick, NJ
$20-21/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there! If you're looking for a nanny who is friendly, gentle, patient and kind with your children, then you've come to the right place! I have 5 years of paid working experience with children/infants ages 6 weeks old to 7 years old which includes public school and private daycare work. I am comfortable with caring for sick...
Suzanne can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Highly competent, caring, and trustworthy individual. My little girl can get particularly fussy, but I can always trust Suzanne to keep her on schedule while making it fun for her. Adaptable and reliable. Ten out of ten"
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Somerset, NJ
Iris H.
5.0
She is dedicated in whatever she do. She is innovative and good natured and cultured human being.
Her pet care abilities are excellent and her tutoring abilities are superb.
Wishing her all the very best in her new role.
- Manjula B.
Shelby F.
5.0
Shelby has been taking care of our son regularly for the last 8 months. She is absolutely wonderful with him! She plays, teaches and engages the whole time. She is also great about keeping a schedule and maintaining structure! We have really enjoyed her!
- Alissa L.
Danielle B.
5.0
Danielle was able to help us when quite a few possible sitters fell through. She is the first person to care for our daughter who is not a family member. Danielle was able to keep her calm, happy and engaged the entire day. Her communication was prompt and clear and we hope that she will work with...
- Angela W.
Kaylee D.
5.0
Kaylee is great with our toddler. She is reliable and makes every effort to accommodate our schedule. She engages with our son and follows our schedule while also keeping us updated. We are so sad to have Kaylee leave for school & can't wait for her to return!
- Madeline P.
Suzanne O.
5.0
Suzy is great! She knows how to be silly with toddlers but also knows how to be firm in setting boundaries when she needs to. She is thoughtful and responsible. She communicates clearly and lets us know if she has questions about anything. She has great attention to detail, especially when it comes...
- Mariam E.
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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 36 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 $20.78 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.