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60 babysitters are listed in South Orange, NJ
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in South Orange, NJ
Emily B.
South Orange, NJ
$25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a college graduate and professional ballet dancer, so if you have girls that do ballet, thats a bonus :) Happy to meal prep, house chores or errands!
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Zohlay L.
South Orange, NJ
$20-24/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi all! My name is Zohlay, but you can call me Zoh! I am a very reliable, patient, and artistic person who has about 5 years of experience caring for children, from toddler to pre-teens. I'm willing to do additional other tasks if needed. Personally, I'm an organizer, multitasker, and always on my feet so minimum supervision is...
Zohlay can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She did a great job of accepting a 2 hour babysitting shift with short notice since she had availability. She was great about taking the time to discuss things ahead of time and afterwards. Both of our shy reserved girls shared that they liked her and enjoyed...
Julie C.
Manuela Z.
South Orange, NJ
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
My name is Manuela, and I am 24 years old! 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 school I got a job in a musical...
Manuela can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kayla H.
South Orange, NJ
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
My name is Kayla and I am currently a junior in college. I have a car so I am able to pick up and drop off as need be for after school or activities.
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Tracy here!
Passionate caregiver with 3 top skills patience, receptivity, & fun
College student with 4 years of child care experience
T- alented
R- espectful
A-rtistic
C-reative
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Giovanna V.
South Orange, NJ
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hey families, I'm looking for a LIVE OUT nanny full time position to start ASAP, I've been an au pair for 2 years, I have more than 7 years of experience with children from 4 months to 10 years old.
I'm 25 years old and I'm Brazilian, so my first language is Portuguese, I'm fluent in English, I have a valid New Jersey driver's...
I've had a lot of experience working with children for the past 3 years. I worked as a junior swim coach for 2 summers, coaching children ages 5-10. I worked at the JCC at the kids club program where I would look after 20+ children, making sure they completed their homework, read to them and served snacks to them. I also have...
Chloe can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hi! I am a 28 years old graduate of Drew University. I am experienced in looking after children, ranging in ages from newborn to 12 years of age. I plan to go back to school for a Business degree in Marketing, however, I am looking for part-time nanny work until then. I'm comfortable working with multiple children at a time and...
Avery can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
I have had the pleasure of working with children and families for 15 years now, mainly for children 2 months to 14 years old. I have worked with families one on one and as a pre-k 3 teacher. I am a mature, responsible, reliable and cheerful person with excellent childcare skills. I have a certificate in yoga and creative arts...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an energetic kindergarten bilingual teacher (English & Spanish). I love to teach and care for children. I enjoy motivating children to learn, play and be creative. I recently relocated to south Orange, NJ.
5.0
"Zaida is great with children and very caring. We were very lucky to welcome her into our home. She quickly became part of the family. Our little one got along great with her and was excited everyday when she came over. She also was very helpful with baby chores....
Sumaiya S.
I currently work in a Center and while there, I have maintained a safe play environment for children, monitored children's play activities, supported children's emotional and social development, assisted in preparing food and refreshments, and I've instructed children in health and personal habits such as; eating, resting, and...
Lauren M.
South Orange, NJ
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
I have been babysitting since the age of 13 years old. I have experience babysitting kids of all ages and also was a lifeguard/swim instructor for 5 years so have experience teaching kids of all ages as well.
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Hadlee, and I am a 19-year-old student athlete at Seton Hall University, where I play volleyball. I am originally from Atlanta, where I have been a babysitter on and off since I was 12 years old. I love kids and fur kids, and I am extremely experienced with kids of all ages. My mom used to keep our friend's...
Hadlee can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have 7 years of experience with pet and babysitting. I began as a mothers helper when I was younger in 2016 for one family. Shortly afterwards, I began babysitting for another family of three children in my neighborhood on and off from 2016 to 2021. In summer of 2021, I was a sitter for two girls 5 days a week for six weeks. I...
Ella can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Menna A.
South Orange, NJ
$15-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello, I am Menna, I enjoy working with kids. My availability is flexible and I do have a lot of prior experience with kids. I look forward to hearing from you.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi everyone, thank you for taking the time to review my page. I have been babysitting for seven years now. I have credible sources for the kids I have babysat in the past. The best part about being a babysitter is being able to have a connection with the kids and bringing out the best in them. Whether it is bringing out their...
Keana can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Keana is a very dependable, hard working person. She always puts her work first, and is always ready to learn new things quickly. She has taken care of my daughter plenty of times on short notice, and is very loving and gentle with her. My daughter always loves...
Kassandra F.
Leanna H.
Kearny, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old and have experience caring for children of all ages (newborn-15). I ran the nursery at my church for 2 years. I love animals. I love arts and crafts, reading, and going for walks. I recently graduated with my Masters degree in Child Advocacy and Policy and work weekdays as a...
Leanna can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"Leanna is a wonderful nanny and I would not hesitate to recommend her to any family looking for help caring for a child or children! Leanna is loving, caring and fun. She helped take care of my twin boys for 3 1/2 years (ages 2-5) and we still remain close to...
Jeffrey H.
Nairy N.
Elizabethport, NJ
$10-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi My Name Is Nairy ! I Am The Oldest Of Four Siblings ,I Love Animals And Kids. I' A Child At Heart
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello I'm Nairy !
I am fun loving, responsible and reliable! I have experience working with children through a number of my volunteer roles and work including babysitting. I am in my second year of college majoring in psychology. I speak Fluent English and Spanish!
I really cherish the moments where I can help families...
Nairy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nairy was prompt, energetic and communicative. She was very responsible and caring with the kids, would hire her again no reservations!"
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Melissa. I am currently a student at WaldenUniversity graduating next May with a masters degree in school counseling. I have 10 years of experience babysitting and 3 years of experience working in preschools. About 8 of those years involve working with a boy on the autism spectrum. I currently work in a high...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Melissa was amazing! She helped with my daughters over the summer. Melissa showed up on time and always with a smile on her face. My kids loved her! We continue to keep in touch."
Jaclyn T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello , I am a 21-year-old mother of 2, I have a 5-year-old and a 2-year-old I am also a dog mommy to a 5-year-old golden retriever and a cat mommy, I've been in the babysitting business for 9+ years , I am hard working mother , I've worked with age groups of 0-month-olds to the age of 13 . I've worked in camps and daycares. I...
Kaylee can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"she’s one of the best nannies i have had , she really enjoys her time with the kids and the kids loving being around her , she takes them to do outside activities , she’s very responsible. she worked with me for 4 years . she would get my kids ready for school ,...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in South Orange, NJ
Zohlay L.
5.0
She did a great job of accepting a 2 hour babysitting shift with short notice since she had availability. She was great about taking the time to discuss things ahead of time and afterwards. Both of our shy reserved girls shared that they liked her and enjoyed their time with her. After the job,...
- Julie C.
Zaida G.
5.0
Zaida is great with children and very caring. We were very lucky to welcome her into our home. She quickly became part of the family. Our little one got along great with her and was excited everyday when she came over. She also was very helpful with baby chores. Highly recommend. Very professional...
- Sumaiya S.
Keana F.
5.0
Keana is really nice, reliable and dependable she's such a caring and fun babysitter. Our daughter loves to play with her and would call her name whenever she wasn't around. We had the best experience with her overall.
- Dwayne G.
Leanna H.
5.0
Leanna is a wonderful nanny and I would not hesitate to recommend her to any family looking for help caring for a child or children! Leanna is loving, caring and fun. She helped take care of my twin boys for 3 1/2 years (ages 2-5) and we still remain close to this day. The only reason we parted...
- Jeffrey H.
Nairy N.
4.0
Nairy was punctual, kind and helpful. She was sweet and engaging with the children. They looked forward to seeing her each week and enjoyed playing with her.
Since we only saw her once a week, we didn't get a lot of time with her to give a more detailed review, hence the 4 stars.
- Tami G.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in South Orange, NJ:
How can I find a South Orange babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in South Orange, 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 35 babysitters in South Orange, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 South Orange, NJ?
The average rate for South Orange, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $19.20 per hour as of November 2024. 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 South Orange, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in South Orange, NJ through Care.com. As of 2024, 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 South Orange, NJ babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in South Orange, NJ are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.