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60 babysitters are listed in Somerset, NJ
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Somerset, NJ
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I'm a recent masters graduate originally from Florida. In high school and college I was a county summer camp counselor, where I worked 3 summers with up to approximately 100 middle school students a day implementing a curriculum created with my coworkers. I have completed the American Red Cross Babysitter's Training Course and...
Shelby can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
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: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Suzanne is responsible, friendly, respectful and caring. She did a great job with our 6 year. I would definitely recommend Suzanne. "
Tashica A.
5.0
(6)
Hi! My name is Sarah! I've worked with and have nannied for multiple families throughout the past 10 years. To date it is the most fulfilling job I've worked yet, all credited to the amazing family's I've been so privileged to know. Kids have an unconditional love, joy, and curiosity for life that motivates me. Their carefree...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sarah has been taking care of my kids for 4 years. She is always my first call and my kids number one choice. She keeps great control with still being fun and does activities with the kids. She goes above and beyond. I would hire Sarah in a heartbeat. Sarah is a...
Abby B.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As of my profession I love taking care of people like adult or child I even have a child of my own whom I took care of since newborn until now. I graduated my four year course in bachelor of science in Nursing that is why I am used to take care of people adult and child. I can also tutor a child, do the housekeeping and cook as...
Joan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Joan worked with us for 3 years taking care of our daughter until she was about 4. We would absolutely recommend her to any family wanting a nanny/babysitter. Always punctual and professional and more importantly kind and incredibly caring to both our kids. She was...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10+ years of experience. I've worked with a variety of families, I love working with children.
Paola can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for children from infants to 11 years old. I was a family babysitter for a 6-year-old and 10-year-old twins. I then worked in various early childhood settings,
enjoying preschool and pre-k, while working with families of special needs children after school.
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Keri is an amazing person. She took very good care of my kids and my kids absolutely adore her as well as myself. She is very reliable, caring and has been great. I would take her back in a heartbeat. She already had a job lined up but she watched my kids until she...
Mary Ann W.
Petra B.
Highland Park, NJ
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced Baby Sitter Have My Own Child Personal Experience
5.0
(1)
Hello everyone I have a 11-year-old son. I believe the best babysitting experience comes from having children of your own. I also worked as a babysitter in the past. I graduated from Rutgers. I am a caring babysitter that loves kids. I like outdoor activities as well as indoor board games =)
Petra can also help with: Travel
Sofia S.
Kendall Park, NJ
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Child And Family Therapist Looking For Part-Time Child Care Position
3.7
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a dedicated mother of grown children who are very well adjusted, active, and successful in their daily lives. I currently work with children who have been adopted. I develop and implement plans to help them transition and adjust in a healthy manner. I adore babies and enjoy interacting with children of all ages. Due to my...
Sofia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sofia is absolutely wonderful!
I work in medicine and my husband works as an engineer. There are many times where we were scrambling to find a babysitter because of our jobs. Sofia was 100% there for us.
She has a degree as a social worker and being a full...
Kimberly H.
Rebecca M.
Edison, NJ
$18-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello !
My name is Rebecca and I am a recent graduate from Queens College with a studio art/art education major pre-k-12. What made me love children and seniors was working with them in community houses/ nursing homes, after-school programs and babysitting my brother, cousins and neighbors since I was a young teen. Through these...
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Rebecca is loving, caring and attentive. Anyone (human or animal!) will be in good hands with Rebecca!"
Anna B.
5.0
(3)
I grew up in a big family both immediate and extended. I am the oldest of seven and I have been surrounded by babies/young children my entire life. I also babysit at school. I have been with that family for almost two years now and continue to have a good relationship with them. I am trustworthy, responsible, and reliable.
Kayleigh can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Kayleigh has been our babysitter for the past 4 years. My kids love it when she watches them because she is fun, plays games with them and has even taken them out to dinner. We have had such a great experience with Kayleigh. She is reliable and responsible and a...
Rachael M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Looking for summer employment in educational childcare!
Certified teacher in general education and special education, with over 5 years teaching experience specializing in K-5 instruction. Also, experienced as a nanny and working with children aged 6 weeks to 5 years old at a daycare for 4 years. Passionate and dedicated to...
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Nicole is a very trustworthy babysitter. She always was on time and I could even call her last minute and she would show up. My kids loved her because she would always play with them. I highly recommend Nicole if you want a very dependable babysitter."
Samantha M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Anabella, I am currently 21 years old and I have been babysitting my whole life. I have a younger brother who I used to watch when I watch 13 and tons of cousins and family friends that I also took care of. I am a really friendly person and I love kids, I want to be an elementary school teacher so babysitting and...
Anabella can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Bella has been a great sitter for our family, and we look forward to continuing working with her in the future! She is always punctual and communicative with anything that comes up."
Megan M.
Jeraldine S.
New Brunswick, NJ
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi! I'm Jeraldine, I'm 25 years old, I'm in public accounting. Fully vaccinated. I'm an independent, creative, honest and responsible person. I have 6 years of experience with babies, toddlers, preschool and grade schoolers. I can help with meal prep, bedtime routine, changing diapers, driving, and will do activities outside and...
Jeraldine can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"Jeraldine is an incredible care provider. She is warm, calm, and loving toward all children. She will take the kids on all kinds of fun adventures and genuinely enjoys them. My kids routinely ask for us to go on date nights so she can babysit!"
Corey G.
5.0
(3)
I am known as the fun mom. I love kids. I have raised two wonderful sons. I love the outdoors and am the one who takes all the kids out for a fun day. I have been a computer explorer teacher, class mom, field trip chaperone, and ski club chaperone. I am also a freelance graphic designer. I enjoy hiking, golf, skiing, gardening,...
Debbie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
3.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Claudia. I have a 16-year-old boy . I love working with children . I am responsible, mature, loving, playful and honest. I have more than 15 years of experience in taking care of infants to 13 years old. I worked at a child care center in New Providence, NJ for more than five years. Also , I did work for different...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Claudia is mature, patient and very kind with my rambunctious children. She focuses on playtime and learning, and isn't the kind of babysitter that would plop your kids in front of a TV screen. She coordinates mealtimes with the kids too."
Jessica R.
Lisa F.
East Brunswick, NJ
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Lisa I am a part time dental assistant looking for some extra hours during the week to help out a family in need. I have two children of my own that are now grown up and starting their own families. I am willing to help out with before or after school hours, assistant with meal prep, homework, cleaning, keeping the...
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Lisa has been absolutely wonderful with my two young girls! They adore her! Lisa is always on time, if not early and always cleans up around the house and is great with our dogs as well! She is so friendly and has such a loving and caring personality!"
Carli H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Dependable & professional cleaning with a personal touch.
Customized services offered:
Commercial offices
Residential homes and apartments
Daily, Weekly, Bi-weekly, Monthly
Reliable Thorough cleaning services
Satisfaction guaranteed
Equipment and Cleaning supplies provided
I have a good references and would be happy to...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 28 years old. I absolutely love children and can say that I am a child at heart. I am a very outgoing and active person who adapts to environments well and relatively quick. I also have experience with many ages of children along with being comfortable watching groups. I have spent a lot of time helping not only my family...
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sam has been our sitter for the past 4-5 months. Originally I gave her a 4-star review - "she is super sweet and handles the challenges of my children with a smile." Since writing that review, I have to update it to a 5-star review for a few reasons: 1) my 4 yr...
Cynthia F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Childcare professional looking to connect with a wonderful family for babysitting and nannying. I get joy from teaching, mentoring and connecting with the youth.
CPR/ First Aid Certified
Water safety
Potty training
Meal Prep
Transport
Some Spanish and ASL(sign language)
Knowledge of ABA system
Knowledge of Child Development...
5.0
"Natasha is great! She's punctual, attentive and great with the children A++"
Joel O.
Karla C.
Watchung, NJ
$25-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Karla. I have experience working at a daycare in Warren for 3 years. I also have worked for plenty of families on care. com. I have 2 wonderful children a girl and a boy. Ages 10 and 7. I'm very flexible and reliable . I'm currently looking for a part time job from any time 9am-2 p.m. . Hope to hear from you soon !
Karla can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Karla is a wonderful and dependable sitter. She mainly watched my 10 month old and she loved her. I felt very comfortable leaving my infant in her care and will definitely be using her in the future. "
Sweta D.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Somerset, NJ
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.
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.
Sarah K.
5.0
Sarah has been taking care of my kids for 4 years. She is always my first call and my kids number one choice. She keeps great control with still being fun and does activities with the kids. She goes above and beyond. I would hire Sarah in a heartbeat. Sarah is a total sweetheart and quickly went...
- Abby B.
Joan C.
3.0
Joan was great with our son. She's punctual if she actually shows up. She cancelled 4 times at last minute during her one month part time job. She eventually decided not to come back and notified me 2 1.5 hour before the time she's supposed to come to work.
- Pepper B.
Keri D.
5.0
wonderful and great with our son
- Stacey And Joe B.
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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 39 babysitters in Somerset, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.0. 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 $20.31 per hour as of February 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 Rating4.0 / 5
Babysitters in Somerset, NJ are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 50 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.