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60 babysitters are listed in Watchung, NJ
The average posted rate is $26/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Watchung, NJ
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: Craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Karla has been a wonderful nanny/babysitter to our two kids who are now 9 and 12 years old. Karla has been with us for over 6 years. We have appreciated her commitment to watching our kids. She is very dependable and has always adjusted her schedule to...
Care member
Felicia T.
Watchung, NJ
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a childcare provider with three years of experience caring for children of all ages. I'm passionate about supporting families and providing reliable childcare options. My previous babysitting roles reinforced this passion. I'm known for being patient, calm, and friendly. I believe in open communication with parents and...
Marianne T.
Watchung, NJ
$20-50/hr
I'm a 57-year-old mother of five wonderful successful kids and a grandmother to two beautiful grandkids.
I have been living in Watchung, New Jersey since 2004.
I am a very responsible person and I am very good with children.
I am fluent in three languages. I cam read, write and speak English, French and Arabic.
I have raised...
Marianne can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision
Rachel C.
Watchung, NJ
$20-23/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello everyone,
My name is Rachel and I am currently a teacher at an after-school program with SAY San Diego. I work with children ages 3-11 at a school within the San Diego Unified School District. I received my B. S. in Child Development at San Diego State University and am currently working towards my M. S. in Child...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Gioconda L.
Watchung, NJ
$30-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as loving, understanding and kind
I like working with kids because I have 3 of my own and I have always loved working with children. I am also surrounded with grandkids and it brings me nothing but joy.
I'm looking for a job that is steady and consistent. hoping that the family and I develop a good...
Jaclyn P.
Watchung, NJ
$32-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm a graduate with five years of experience as a childcare provider, and I'm passionate about fostering children's personal growth and development. I thrive on being a positive role model for kids and have had many rewarding experiences in previous babysitting roles. I have a calm and patient personality and am always friendly...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Kathleen. I am interested in positions such as babysitter, nanny, dog walking, housekeeping etc. I am a college graduate holding a BA in Sociology and a minor in Psychology and one course away from teacher of the handicapped certification. I have a work history of 18 years plus with the state of NJ. I have also worked...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We think the world of Kathleen. She is fantastic."
Heather F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a very reliable, trustworthy, and organized individual who loves to give back and help people in any way possible! In the future I plan to be a pediatric doctor and hopefully work in the hospital! With five years of caregiving experience I have cared for children from ages 3-15. This past summer I worked as the head coach...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping
5.0
"Olivia is the most caring, reliable caretaker we have ever had. She's extremely dependable, trustworthy and warmhearted person we know."
Michele P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a recent college graduate with a degree in Conflict Analysis and Dispute Resolution, offering 8 years of babysitting experience and over 7 years of volunteering at Vacation Bible School. I'm skilled in childcare, arts and crafts, helping with homework, and household tasks such as cooking and cleaning.
As a certified dog...
Lily can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lily is awesome in the field. She is smart, reliable, and always on time. She is very out going but is very caring and loves to help out whenever she can."
Andrew D.
Kate J.
Chatham, NJ
$17/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kate, and I am going to be a sophomore at Boston College in the fall. I have lots of babysitting experiencing including a variety of ages. I can help with housekeeping, organization, cooking meals, and laundry. During the summer I live in Chatham, NJ.
Kate can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am Nathalia! I have my Masters in social work. I have been a babysitter for about 6 years now. I consider myself responsible, reliable, and patient. I am currently looking for occasional weekend jobs.
Nathalia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Nathalia is very reliable and sweet with my girls. Has the responsibility and maturity all parents look for in sitters would definitely recommend!"
Paola R.
Amparo H.
Edison, NJ
$15-55/hr • 10 yrs exp
Enthusiastic Babysitter And Tutor - All Ages - Available On Weeknights
5.0
(7)
Im currently attending graduate school but was previously working as an EMT. However, babysitting and tutoring have been some of the best times of my life! With more than 10 years of experience, I have worked with many different ages and personalities. Since graduating college, I had lots of experience with children both in the...
Amparo can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amparo is a wonderful caregiver. She is mature for her age and is full of energy. She is a responsible individual for her age and will make a great caregiver for anyone in the future."
Nichole C.
Paige B.
Chatham, NJ
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Seeking A Nanny Or Babysitting Job For February 2021-August 2021!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Paige and I live in Chatham, NJ. I recently graduated from The College of New Jersey majoring in English and Secondary Education. I am currently working as a language arts teacher in a 6th grade classroom. I am looking for a babysitting/nannying job starting in February, as my temporary leave replacement position will...
Paige can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Paige is a responsible, reliable young lady. She is attentive to the needs of the children and the children LOVE spending time with her. She was a perfect fit for our family! "
Tara S.
5.0
(2)
I like working with kids because being around them is fun, yet challenging and rewarding.
I'm looking for a job that lets me provide a service with two purposes. On one hand I get to care for, comfort and entertain an awesome kid, while at the same time being there for the parent when needed and offer some support....
5.0
"Lauren is great for watching the kids! She’s fun, gets right down next to the kids to play while making sure that they’re safe, happy and engaged. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a 30-year-old based here in Union County (Rahway). I have years of experience in childcare, my most recent position being a co-teacher of a Reggio style based classroom in a private school in Mountainside; previously, I worked as a 'guide' at a private school called Acton Academy. Years of experience in alternative...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very friendly, great with kids, trustworthy."
Dana A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old, for children between the ages of 1 to 16! I have worked with children in many capacities: tutoring, youth theatre, summer camps, church services, and in-classroom assistance. I'm passionate about encouraging creativity and imagination in kids, and I am skilled in coming up with...
Alison can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
5.0
"Alison has been our babysitter since she started out 5 years ago. I have 3 children (2 boys and one girl) and Alison is always their first choice when we need a nighttime sitter as well. She is fun interactive, and creative with the kids. I trust her driving my...
Megan M.
Katarzyna C.
Clark, NJ
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
driving to and from school, meal preparation, help with homework, playdate arrangements,, after school activities.
Katarzyna can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Katarzyna was hired to watch my children and to run errands. My family found her to be personable, dependable, and punctual. My kids took to her immediately and she was very flexible with her time."
Pat R.
Shayla E.
Edison, NJ
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Shayla! I recently graduated from Florida Atlantic University and am a Registered Nurse. I am CPR certified, a non smoker, COVID-19 vaccinated, comfortable with pets, and I am able to provide my own transportation. I have done work in a daycare, summer camp, as well as one-on-one child care. I have worked...
Shayla can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Shayla to take care of my 8 month old daughter. I had never hired a babysitter before, and she made me feel so comfortable! She was great with the baby and she texted me an update midway through the evening to reassure me that everything was going well. She...
Abby M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Emanuelle. I love taking care of children, I am attentive, patient and I love to play with them. I like to help in everything that is needed, I will always do my best and I will always be willing to learn more with my work.
I'd describe my personality as funny, caring and helpful
Emanuelle can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"She is very attentive, affectionate, she took very good care of my daughters, she likes to play, she has the patience to explain her homework. I loved having Emanuelle for 1 year here at my house"
Care member
3.4
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Dorothy I have experience taking care of children 5 yr.o and 10 yr.o. I took them to play dates , activities doctor's appointments prepared dinner, help with homework etc.. I'm very energetic and easy gong with youthful personality get along and love kids , fluent in polish
Full/part time
Dorothy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Dorothy is very warm. She is very energetic and all my kids love her."
Jay C.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Watchung, NJ
Karla C.
5.0
Karla has been a wonderful nanny/babysitter to our two kids who are now 9 and 12 years old. Karla has been with us for over 6 years. We have appreciated her commitment to watching our kids. She is very dependable and has always adjusted her schedule to accommodate our changing needs throughout...
- Care member
Kathleen K.
5.0
We think the world of Kathleen. She is fantastic.
- Heather F.
Olivia C.
5.0
Olivia is the most caring, reliable caretaker we have ever had. She's extremely dependable, trustworthy and warmhearted person we know.
- Michele P.
Lily D.
5.0
Lily is awesome in the field. She is smart, reliable, and always on time. She is very out going but is very caring and loves to help out whenever she can.
- Andrew D.
Nathalia G.
5.0
Nathalia is exceptional with children! My 5.5 and 2.5 year old loved her. We wish she didn't have to move so far away. Nathalia is focused, dedicated, thoughtful and caring. She always has fun and creative ideas for crafts, games and activities. She continuously keeps the kids engaged in thoughtful...
- Megan C.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Watchung, NJ:
How can I find a Watchung babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Watchung, 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 6 babysitters in Watchung, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Watchung, NJ?
The average rate for Watchung, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $26.17 per hour as of April 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 Watchung, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Watchung, 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.