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134 babysitters are listed in Trenton, NJ
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Trenton, NJ
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Nikki and am 34 years old with many years of child care experience starting in my teen years. I live in Ewing and currently work part time at Capital Health as a certified medical assistant since 2011. (CPR certified). There, I handle workers' comp and pre-employment testing for varies companies in the...
Nikki can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Nikki is just wonderful! She is kind, great with all kinds of kids, dependable, and flexible. I would recommend her in an instant to anyone. Thank you Nikki for all your help!!!"
Jayanti G.
Cristina M.
Trenton, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Excellent Babysitter Seeking After-school, Long-term Position.
5.0
(3)
I'm an experienced babysitter (also former au-pair) originally from Brazil living in Ewing, NJ.
I have worked in the Princeton area for many years as a nanny/babysitter for families with children of varied ages.
I'm very caring and will look after your child as my own. I'm an artist and feel that children not only can make me...
Cristina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Cristina is warm, caring and very professional caregiver . We appreciated her assistance in daily activities. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 16 nieces and nephews mostly under the age of 7. I have babysat children from 6 months to 13 years old. I have worked in my church nursery and I have worked as an assistant Sunday school teacher.
I currently work as a Medical Assistant at a clinic while I attend college for Nursing.
Alisha can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alisha was excellent. My daughter and her had a blast the moment she walked in. She is smart, and I felt she really enjoyed caring for my 10 year old. She arrived early to both the interview and the job. At first I was a little worried, since she lived 40 min...
Rose G.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been working with children for 5 years. I have been babysitting children of all ages starting at 3 months old(so I am very comfortable with babies). I have a lot of experience with preschool learning curriculum. I am majoring in Special/Elementary Education and Psychology. I am currently a senior. I love kids and...
Nikki can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Nikki is absolutely wonderful with our 1.5 yo daughter and our dog. She is immediately engaged and loving as soon as she walks in the door, and learned her behaviors and mannerisms so quickly. Nikki also texts us cute pictures, and lets us know when she's asleep...
Sarah V.
Laura A.
Trenton, NJ
$10-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! Im Laura I'm 21 years old. I speak Spanish and I love teaching the children I care for. I'm an experienced and enthusiastic babysitter who children care. I started out babysitting for a lot of families in my neighborhood. I have 3 year of babysitting experience and with newborn. I'm very interested in childhood...
Aminta B.
Trenton, NJ
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience as a babysitter. I speak Spanish and English. I love children. I like to play game, and be activity outside. I can swim.
Aminta can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi- My name is Leika. I am a Junior at SUNY oswego. I love being a babysitter because I enjoy spending time children . Being a babysitter , helps me create a fun/ safe environment with the child. I love being around kids and kids love being around me.
I am able to adapt to various age group and personalities. I have experienced...
Leika can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Leika saved us in a last minute situation and she was wonderful. She was great and my kids immediately loved her. Wouldn’t hesitate to book her again."
Tamara A.
5.0
(1)
I have been babysitting since I was 11, I love working with kids and have worked in varying forms of childcare for 10 years now. I most recently worked in a emergency homeless shelter, with families. I have also worked with people with developmental disabilities, serious mental illness and on the autism spectrum on and off for...
Lily can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lily is a kindhearted, overly helpful young woman. Easy going and fun, very good with children, and a safe and responsible driver. "
Elizabeth H.
Alexis D.
Trenton, NJ
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I work full-time at a law office as well as a personal assistant, and property manager. I've been babysitting for 15 years now and have watched an array of children from newborns to teenagers. I am a responsible babysitter who encourages fun, creative activities to aid children's growth and foster each child's curiosity and...
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alexis is an absolute pleasure to be with. She is extremely helpful in the house and with children. My three kids ages 7-1 all love her and are happy to be with her over me! She is very responsible and on top of things. She is great at planning activities and...
Hilary M.
Ashley N.
Trenton, NJ
$18-36/hr • 3 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!! I am current college graduate at Monmouth University, I am looking to make some extra money while I am home for the summer. I have experience in babysitting, I have watched children from age 7 to babies a few months old. I recently watch a girl who is 1. 5-year-old and I previously watched a younger baby who was a few...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Jordyn H.
Trenton, NJ
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Jordyn and I love kids! I have been babysitting cousins, neighbors, toddlers and more since I was 15. My passion in life is working with special needs children. I have recently completed my undergraduate degree in Psychology and Special Education. I've worked summer programs with special needs toddlers-1st grade, and...
Jordyn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jordyn is super understanding of any situations that may come up. She cared after my young kids and they absolutely adored her. Having Jordyn as a sitter is an absolute steal!"
Sharon S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I can pick your children up and bring them home from sports, tutoring, their friends house, all types of activities if you are running late from work.
Need a last minute sitter, I'm available to watch in your home.
I have hours available during the day & night on weekdays and weekends.
I have experience with all ages of...
Paulette can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Paulette is the best. She is not only extremely dependable but she goes above and beyond. My family was so blessed to have her come into our lives."
Michele C.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother myself who has raised 3 children (they are adults now). I love and enjoy caring for children. I have a total of 8 years of professional experience with ages ranging from new born to teenagers. I am a urdu and Hindi native speaker and have a good understanding of English as well.
5.0
"Irum is very accommodating and punctual. It's always a pleasure to have her home. She is very polite with the kids too. And one can always tell that she is an experienced babysitter. Kudos to you!"
Caterina R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I received my Bachelor's in Communicative Sciences & Disorders from New York University in 2013 and my Master's in Public Health and Bioethics from University of Pennsylvania in 2017. I believe that I am well qualified to care for children of all ages, tutor/mentor, and care for pets (including birds). I have experience working...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a 15 years of child care experience. I'm responsible, caring, very clean and maintain child safety. I have brothers and sisters who I take care of. I also have 2 myself. I love children. They inspired me everyday of my life, and being a mom myself, children are the future of our lives.
Terryann can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She is an amazing worker. She is very devoted to her job and getting things done the right way and in time. She arrives on time, organized and is willing to satisfy her employer. She has amazing communication skills and very social to a point where she is like a...
Terrika D.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Sidney! Caring for children is not just a job for me, it's my passion. I enjoy becoming apart of a family. I have been a nanny for 6 years now.
Before the pandemic I was a daycare teacher for a young toddler aged class. For the safety of my family I decided to become a nanny and fell in love with it.
Right now I...
Sidney can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Sidney helped watch my 3 year old daughter many times and we have nothing but wonderful things to say! She was always on time if not early, professional, respectful and just a great person in general. She is a sweet, warm and nurturing woman who I always felt so...
Mary H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Joely, I am 26 years old, fully vaccinated, and boosted! Currently, I am a full-time student at Montclair State University, majoring in Linguistics, with a concentration in American Sign Language/English Interpreting.
I have cared for multiple families both regularly and occasionally.
Previously, I was an Educational...
Joely can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Joely worked as a nanny for my toddler on two occasions. Both times she was punctual and professional. She was patient and friendly with my child. I would hire her again"
Maira A.
Zyhara G.
Trenton, NJ
$30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Cooking/Meal Preparation tutoring, planning positive activities to help children succeed with daily life routines. I am also good with pets, I work well with children from ages newborn -15.
Zyhara can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Greatly appreciated the careful and professional help. "
Ajlan A.
Hi! My name is Alexis and I just graduated nursing school this month! I have over 5 years of experience caring for infants to ages 13. A huge passion of mine is caring for children and I have an outgoing and positive personality. I am super flexible as well. I am reliable, responsible, trustworthy, patient, and communicable. I...
Alexis can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
I'm a caregiver who is passionate about nurturing the growth of children and making a positive impact on their lives. I firmly believe that every child deserves a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment to thrive. With over seven years of experience, I'm comfortable caring for up to six children of varying ages, from...
Katelynn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Trenton, NJ
Nikki C.
5.0
Nikki is just wonderful! She is kind, great with all kinds of kids, dependable, and flexible. I would recommend her in an instant to anyone. Thank you Nikki for all your help!!!
- Jayanti G.
Cristina M.
5.0
Cristina is warm, caring and very professional caregiver . We appreciated her assistance in daily activities.
- Care member
Alisha F.
5.0
Alisha was excellent. My daughter and her had a blast the moment she walked in. She is smart, and I felt she really enjoyed caring for my 10 year old. She arrived early to both the interview and the job. At first I was a little worried, since she lived 40 min away... She assured me this was not...
- Rose G.
Nikki P.
5.0
Nikki is absolutely wonderful with our 1.5 yo daughter and our dog. She is immediately engaged and loving as soon as she walks in the door, and learned her behaviors and mannerisms so quickly. Nikki also texts us cute pictures, and lets us know when she's asleep for the night.
Can't recommend her...
- Sarah V.
Leika G.
5.0
Leika has been amazing with our son. She was very punctual, adaptable, excellent with her communication and most importantly was able to exceed our expectations in all areas of work.
- Parma R.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Trenton, NJ:
How can I find a Trenton babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Trenton, 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 134 babysitters in Trenton, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. 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 Trenton, NJ?
The average rate for Trenton, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $20.08 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 Trenton, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Trenton, 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 Trenton, NJ babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Trenton, NJ are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 43 reviews of the 134 listed babysitters.