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5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Emily, and I am a compassionate and versatile caregiver with extensive experience working with individuals of all ages. I've spent years in daycare services, caring for children, and helping families manage their busy lives. As a Registered Yoga Instructor, I also enjoy inspiring and calming young minds and...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emily has been a tremendous asset to our family. She began caring for our only son just after his first birthday. This was our first experience with a nanny and we couldn't have asked for anything more. Emily is extremely personable, creative and passionate about...
Colleen M.
Katera P.
Maplewood, NJ
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a big sister of two younger brothers and a younger sister, I've learned the responsibilities of handling children at a young age. I'm mature, reliable, and punctual. I take initiative and take charge but still create a fun environment for kids.
I have worked privately with multiple families over the years as a...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Katera helped watch our 2 boys on New Year's. She was prompt, very responsible and the kids warmed up to her quickly. Absolutely would hire again!"
Danielle W.
Oyindamola A.
New York, NY
$13-18/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love working with children after growing up with several younger ones. I enjoy baking, reading, watching movies and just being someone they can trust. I have baby sitted for several families and friends back in England which I immensely enjoyed. I am a non-smoker able to cook/help with meal prep, run errands, do light house...
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"My kids LOVE Oyinda! She provided after-school care for our twins when they were in preschool. She picked them up from school, took them home for a snack and played with them until we arrived home. She had them outside everyday (weather permitting), playgrounds,...
Laurie R.
Donnadeen H.
East Orange, NJ
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Care Giver Available For Live In/out Positions. Available To Drive Client And Run Errands
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked as companion for the elderly some with but not limited to various stages of Dementia, Parkinson's, Diabetes, Hypertension, Cardiovascular and Respiratory illnesses, providing Range of Motion, Activities of Daily Living(ADLS), doing vitals signs, housekeeping and meal preparation for the clients. I have also...
Donnadeen can also help with: Respite care, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Provides excellent, professional and loving care for my elderly aunt. I think she is one of the best you will be able to find. I trust her completely."
Joanne M.
Alexis M.
New York, NY
$18-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Part-time Caregiver For Children, Pets, House-watching, And Errand-running Available
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'd love to help you out with pet-sitting, and as someone with ample experience walking and sitting, I'd be a great fit to help you out. I've been pet-sitting for 6+ years, and have a cat of my own as well as a list of references I can provide. Looking forward to getting in touch and finding out more about what you're...
Alexis can also help with: Pet walking
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"Alexis took care of my pups for me whenever I was out of town. When she was my pet sitter I did not have a worry in the world! Rain or shine she was so punctual and always there! Sometimes I felt like my pets would be waiting for me to go on vacation so they could...
Zahra S.
Gabriela J.
New York, NY
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, guys!
I'm Gabriela, Brazilian, and I'm 35 years old. I am graduated in Languages and I have also graduated in psychology in 2021. I have an extended experience with kids from 2 months old to 11 years old, as a teacher and also as a nanny. Since I have several years of experience in the education area, including experience...
Gabriela can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gabriela is dependable, responsible, trustworthy, discreet and /caring towards our kids and family members. She is intelligent and educated, and she added value beyond babysitting to our kids. I do not hesitate to recommend Gabriela as well as to hire her again."
Regina T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a 32-year-old living in Hoboken! I do have a full-time job but my mornings are flexible before 10 a.m. and I am free on the weekends! I have had lots of experience working with children over the years- being a ski instructor/coach, camp counselor and babysitting my little sisters, cousins and neighbors throughout the...
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
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"Julia started on a tough few days when my spouse was out of town and was a blessing. She was able to immediately handle the morning routine with my two, sometimes feisty, kids. She did minor chores to help out without being asked and has immediately gone to the top...
Alex F.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Lizel, I attended college for Education (birth-2nd grade) however, I have experience with all ages. I am friendly, outgoing, active, reliable, trustworthy, and fun. I am knowledgeable in child care and child education. I have 8+ years of being a nanny/babysitter. I am willing to meal prep, give dinner, bath,...
Lizel can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Lizel was wonderful with my 3.5 month old son! She was calm and confident, and clearly experienced with newborns. I highly recommend her. "
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5.0
(8)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I'm Victoria, a passionate and dedicated childcare professional with 14 years of experience nurturing and caring for children of all ages. I started my journey as a mother's helper at 12 years old and have since honed my skills in caring for multiple children, including those with special needs.
What sets me apart is my...
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Victoria is great! She has babysat my
1.5 yo daughter and my dog. Victoria is very punctual and does great keeping my daughter entertained. She has also dog sat for us when we are out of town and allows my dog to stay at her house. Highly recommend Victoria!"
Kate D.
5.0
(4)
Hello. for over 20 years I have created fun learning adventures and experiences for children newborn thru high school age. I am able to nanny, tutor, carpool, travel, cook, clean, shop, run errands, do light housekeeping, take care of pets, do kids laundry, etc. I have a flexible schedule and would love to create and carry out...
Donna can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Our family has been blessed with Donna and we are very happy to have her in our lives. She’s an exceptional educator who understands children of all ages with various needs. I watched my daughter grow academically, emotionally and socially under Donna’s care. I...
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Donna S.
Belleville, NJ
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am Available For Senior Care/ Looking For Part time Long Term Steady Work.
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(5)
Hi
I'm Donna,
I have over 15 years experience taking care of the elderly.
I have done anything from companionship to cooking & light clean ups such as washing dishes and laundry.
Also I have run errands including food shopping, post office and various places for their daily personal needs
I also have experience caring for...
Donna can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia, errands & more
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"Donna is a very caring person. I have known her since childhood. She is mild mannered and has extensive experience caring for others. I highly recommend her. I believe she would be an asset to your company."
Cheryl H.
5.0
(1)
Hello there!
I'm an English and Portuguese Teacher from Brazil, and I've just relocated back to the U. S. I absolutely love working with kids and I look forward connecting with you.
- Previous English/Portuguese Teacher in Brazil.
- Four years of experience as a nanny in NYC - great references.
- Two Bachelor's degrees:...
Leticia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We had several wonderful nannies over the years as my daughter was growing up but Leticia (Ticia) was by far the best!! She was my daughter's caretaker for four years starting when she was 9 years old.
I cannot say enough positive things about Ticia. She is a...
Debra R.
Cathy M.
Maplewood, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Sweet, Responsible, Experienced Driving Child Care Provider Seeking F/t/ Position
5.0
(1)
I love children & engaging in activities that we both can learn from. I have experience taking care of kids from newborn up to the teenage years. I love to be involved in any way I can, whether it be running errands for the parents, carpooling, home organizing, activities, etc. I graduated from Caldwell University with a...
Cathy can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cathy was amazing. She took care of our 5 kids for years. She was super organized and went way beyond the call of duty. She helped manage my whole house. We love her and she is part of the family!!!"
Kimi L.
5.0
(1)
Hello. I'm Elsa. I have 20 years of experience in cleaning and organizing, I can organize kitchens, garages, pantries, closets, do laundry, run errands, whatever you may need done, I just moved to Jersey from Florida, have great references from my clients back in Florida that I worked for 20 years. I speak English, Portuguese...
Elsa can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, window washing, organization, changing bed linens, general room cleaning & more
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"Elsa is a gem! She's meticulous and efficient in her cleaning skills. She always arrive with a smile on her face ready to get the job done. I highly recommend hiring her for any cleaning and/or organization projects you need done to perfection."
Patricia K.
Kaitlyn D.
Brooklyn, NY
$18-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Kaitie! I have around 8 years of experience caring for other people's children, and my siblings and niece. I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person having most of my experience with children ranging from 6mo to 5 years of age. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
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"We have absolutely loved having Kaitlyn care for our kids. She has been a regular on our babysitting roster for years! We have counted on her for both nights out and weekends away. She can always be counted on to be on time and keep the kids safe and cared for. My...
Amy R.
5.0
(2)
I love working with kids. I know how to travel using public transportation, prep for mealtime, do light laundry, run errands, clean up after kids help with homework, assist for bath and bedtime, and conduct both educational and fun activities. I have a 3-year-old toddler of my own who is the light and joy of my life.
Sukanya can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We had a FaceTime interview. Suki had a great personality and was very easy to talk to. Her references had great things to say about her too. We ended up hiring someone else who’s available sooner, otherwise we would have gone with Suki. "
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Carol A.
New York, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Carol and I am an energetic mom of three grown children. I have many years of experience caring for any age and stage your child is in. I am at my best when I am around babies and children! I am a warm, kind, and understanding person and am quick to solve any situation that can be challenging in a calm way. I...
Carol can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Carol was absolutely amazing! She is trustworthy, dependable, and I would absolutely hire her again.
My daughter loved her time with Carol and we felt so comfortable as soon as she came in. She agreed to come in for a date night and she quickly put us at ease."
Asia M.
Jamie S.
New York, NY
$30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Jamie, and I'm currently pursuing my Master's degree in Occupational Therapy at SUNY Downstate. Throughout my graduate program, I have taken a variety of pediatrics courses and am currently completing a clinical pediatric placement at a school for children with multiple disabilities. I also have work experience...
Jamie can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jamie is incredible with kids of all ages. She's caring, attentive, smart and has good instincts. I trust her experience and recommend her completely. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
I am an Undergraduate College student studying Theater and Music. I am from Florida, but currently living in Brooklyn, New York. I am a caring, dedicated, and experienced caregiver who loves children. I am fully vetted and properly vaccinated to work with young children. I have worked with children as a babysitter and tutor. My...
Annabelle can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Annabelle is a great babysitter. She was very helpful and patient with our children. We love her."
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5.0
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Hired by 21 families in your neighborhood
Highly motivated, organized, focused and driven individual who is a strong team player and can take initiative. Excellent counseling and interactive skills, and employers find me to be loyal, reliable and dedicated. In addition to my human service orientation I have special interest in the sports, fitness and wellness fields....
Deanna can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Deanna was great! She jumped right in and started playing with our son making the first interactions quickly so he could become comfortable before we left. She also cared for our newborn at the same time. Highly recommend!"
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Recent errand runner reviews in Kearny, NJ
Emily F.
5.0
Emily has been a tremendous asset to our family. She began caring for our only son just after his first birthday. This was our first experience with a nanny and we couldn't have asked for anything more. Emily is extremely personable, creative and passionate about children. She formed a very special...
- Colleen M.
Katera P.
5.0
Katera helped watch our 2 boys on New Year's. She was prompt, very responsible and the kids warmed up to her quickly. Absolutely would hire again!
- Danielle W.
Oyindamola A.
5.0
My kids LOVE Oyinda! She provided after-school care for our twins when they were in preschool. She picked them up from school, took them home for a snack and played with them until we arrived home. She had them outside everyday (weather permitting), playgrounds, picnics, indoors were arts and...
- Laurie R.
Donnadeen H.
5.0
Provides excellent, professional and loving care for my elderly aunt. I think she is one of the best you will be able to find. I trust her completely.
- Joanne M.
Alexis M.
5.0
Alexis can be fully trusted without having to be there physically. We had an emergency, so we left town and let Alexis take care of our dogs. She walked, fed, and played with them twice a day without issue or missing a single day. The dogs love her and so do we. I highly recommend leveraging Alexis...
- Irfan S.
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FAQs for finding an errand runner in Kearny
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire an errand runner in Kearny, NJ?
Hiring an errand runner in Kearny, NJ on Care.com will cost an average of $17.67 per hour as of March 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each provider has, how often you will need the person to run errands for you and the types of tasks you need them to take care of.
How can I find a good errand runner in Kearny, NJ?
Start your search by filtering errand runners by distance from Kearny, NJ. There are currently 3 errand runners in Kearny. If you'd like to increase the number of candidates, you can expand the area of your search around the city. From there, compare candidates by hourly rate, experience, and the specific errand services they provide. Be sure to check reviews from other families in Kearny who have previously hired any of the providers that you are interested in.
What services will an errand runner provide in Kearny?
Errand runners can usually help you with anything that you need either at your house or going to places around Kearny. A few examples would be taking your laundry to the dry cleaning, shopping for groceries, helping you pack for a move, organizing your storage, driving your kids to and from activities around Kearny, etc. Errand runners are pretty flexible when it comes to helping you, with even the most random things.