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60 nannies are listed in Colonia, NJ
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby nannies is 7 years
Nannies in Colonia, NJ
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, energetic and proactive person who has approximately 10 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers and more than 25 years experience in swimming. With me, your children will receive appropriate care.
I'm willing to do additional other tasks as light housekeeping, fresh...
Layla can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"She is a very caring and loving person. She gives a lot of herself and pays attention to details. She loves to be around children and loves to teach. She has a very good heart and is willing to do anything to make them happy."
Clarinha L.
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Dorothy is very caring, trustworthy and dependable. Can definitely become part of your family."
Elizabeth M.
Victoria C.
Colonia, NJ
$18-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Victoria! I am 26 years old and have been babysitting since I was 13. I have worked in daycare for two years and I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have experience with ages 3 mos. to 13 years and with up to four kids at a time. I believe a babysitter / nanny plays an important role in a child's life, I will always...
Victoria can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Victoria is a very sweet, caring, patient and intelligent young lady. She is prompt and very responsive and we appreciate her attention at all times. She takes proper care of our active 3 years old son and from day 1, he immediately bonded with her. She knew...
Leila A.
Hello, My name is Natalie I am a 41-year-old mother of 2 school aged children. I am looking for a part time position during the day while my children are at school. I am available between 9:30am- 3 p.m.
I have years of experience with children.
I was a nanny for 12 years with the same family in Westfield before having my own...
Natalie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
If you would like, I could send you my resume and references. I am free spirited and fun for the kids while being dependable and punctual for you! I am vaccinated, have my own vehicle and am comfortable with pets. I am experienced and comfortable with hosting play dates, drop offs/pickups & light meal prep.
Melissa can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have over three years of experience caring for children. I most recently cared for a 4-year-old child and a 1-year-old child at the same time. I always make sure that the children are happy and having fun. I make sure they follow the rules, but I also let them explore, create, and use their imagination. I like to play games,...
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Juliana R.
Colonia, NJ
$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Juliana and I am an experienced nanny looking to help out with a kind and loving family!
I have my own car and have 4 years experience in before + after school nannying, in addition to babysitting baby cousins for years. I enjoy cooking/baking, outdoor activities, reading, games, crafting, music, movies and love...
Juliana can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Graduate student balancing academics and a full-time job, eager to bring my passion for childcare back. I have over 10 years of nannying experience, ranging from working with agencies, working independently, to working at summer camps. I enjoy playing out doors, math, arts & crafts, and board games. I do have reliable...
Brionna can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Robin G.
Colonia, NJ
$22/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'm a positive and upbeat childcare provider with over eight years of experience caring for children of all ages. At one point I was a nanny for 5 of my nieces & nephews. I took them to school & completed homework with them. I find great joy in making a positive impact on the lives of children and supporting families by...
Robin can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Lauren M.
Colonia, NJ
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Lauren and I am currently looking for a new family to work for. I am currently studying Psychology and Early Childhood Education. I have been working in childcare for about 6 years in different areas including nannying, occasional babysitting, and as a behavior technician/aba therapist working with children with ASD....
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there!
I am a very energetic well organized person. I am the oldest of 6 children therefore I have helped my parents with my siblings. I love working with children they bring such happiness into my life because they are all so full of life. I have nannied for three different families between 2022/24. I have cared for children...
Natalie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a patient, fun spirited, outgoing and trustworthy lady who have been a Nanny for over 20 years, and I am looking to help make life a bit easier for a loving and respectful family! I believe that children are one of the biggest blessings in the world and being a part of their growth is an amazing responsibility and great...
Beverly can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Bev was my son's nanny from 8 to 20 months of age. She was very patient with him and taught him so much over the year. Bev is an experienced caregiver, trustworthy, tidy, and hardworking. She was extremely health-conscious with my son as well as herself in light of...
Ashwinee R.
Alyssa H.
Staten Island, NY
$25-28/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a full time nanny to a 7-month-old. I'm looking to work on Friday evenings and weekends. I have 5 years of experience working with children ages 6 months-8 years old. Prior to being a nanny, I worked as a daycare teacher as well as working for a nonprofit organization assisting children through reading programs. I...
Alyssa can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Alyssa was so warm to us and our daughter as soon as she arrived. You could tell right away that she was genuinely happy to work with kids and our daughter had a great experience with her. She even got our little girl to go to bed a littler earlier than normal! A...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Loving, nurturing, reliable, and responsible nanny with over 20 years of experience. I love taking care of kids of all ages - from newborns to school-aged kids. Working with kids has become a big part of my life. They bring me joy!.
Tri can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We were fortunate to have Tri as our nanny to our 2 daughters (4.5ys, 2.5 yrs) for the past few years. She was extremely caring, respectful, professional, dependable, and overall loving to our family. In addition to caring for our girls, she helped out with...
Annette F.
4.5
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have worked for many families. I am also oldest in my family so I cared for brothers and many cousins throughout the years. I cook, and clean. I do it all. I give 150 percent. I am loyal, punctual love children animals, and I am a neat freak. My first and foremost priority is the safety and happiness of your child. I have...
Charlene can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel & more
5.0
"Charlene worked for me for about 8 months and I loved her. The kids really loved her and she treated them like family. She left only because I lost my job in October. I am hoping to use her again when I get another job. She was always on time and has a great...
Naomi S.
Melissa M.
Elizabeth, NJ
$28-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Having been a nanny for various age groups, working with children as young as 1-month-old and as old as 13 years old. I'm comfortable taking care of multiple children if needed, as well pets being an animal lover myself. I understand how selective parents need to be choosing someone to care for their child/children !
Melissa can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Melissa is a wonderful, positive, vibrant young lady with a true passion and dedication to her work. We hired Melissa in 2011 to look after our young children as well as our house upkeep and pet care. She did a tremendous job every day to fulfil her duties with...
Matt V.
5.0
(2)
- daycare experience (infants-5) (6years)
- nanny experience (1 year)
- full time or part time
- curriculum and developmental goals
- loving & nurturing
- love to have fun!
Kristine can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kristine is a fabulous caregiver! She is nurturing, organized and focused and will excel anywhere"
Cristen E.
5.0
(1)
Looking to help out with making parents/families lives easier and more manageable while they are in the working world. I am a mother myself and understand that working and parenting are a hand and hand duty in today's world. I have 8 years experience in this field as a caregiver/nanny. Besides being a mother myself. I am more...
Michelle can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Michele S. is very clean, reliable, dependable and took very good care of my grandchild. I highly recommend her for future services as I will use her again when needed. Michele was always on time while very energetic with a baby is important. Very knowledgeable...
Jill C.
Kiara H.
Piscataway, NJ
$24/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Kiara I am 22 years old. I'm currently a senior studying Family Science and Early Education. I've been a paid care provider for five years now. I began my career by babysitting for families around my town, I then moved on and began working at a Preschool. I've been working with numerous amazing families as a...
Kiara can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kiara was a Kind, caring and respectful babysitter. She cared for our 5 month old baby . She was dependable and always punctual. Never once did she call out. We wish her all the best in her next endeavors."
Sharon P.
Lorraine S.
South Plainfield, NJ
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a mom of three. I was very fortunate to be able to stay home with my kids for 13 years before returning back to work. During that time I also volunteered for 5 years as a first grade CCD teacher.
Professionally I've been a Nanny for the past six years for children ranging in newborn thru elementary school ages. I'm...
Lorraine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lorraine is kind, patient and loving. She was a full time nanny to my daughter between the ages of 1 and 2. My daughter loved her and I always felt my daughter was safe and well taken of. Lorraine has a ton of experience and was always helpful."
Valerie R.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Colonia, NJ
Layla O.
5.0
Our family had the pleasure of having Layla join us for over a year (though frankly she is still very much part of our family). She helped raise our toddler and newborn . Layla has one of the best work ethics I have seen in all of my years of working. She is punctual, patient, warm, loving, and fun....
- Kimberly I.
Dorothy B.
5.0
Dorothy is remarkably punctual, knowledgeable, and eager to help out. We have a daughter with a communication delay who bonded well with Dorothy, who knew exactly how to talk to and care for her. On several occasions Dorothy helped out on a moment's notice - for example, to accompany our daughter to...
- Warren R.
Victoria C.
5.0
Victoria was incredible with our 5 month old boy! She was very attentive, read to him a lot, and was actively engaged with him. She can dive right in without having to be told what to do, but asks really good questions on important topics when she needs parental input. Organized and professional...
- Sergio M.
Beverly C.
5.0
Bev was my son's nanny from 8 to 20 months of age. She was very patient with him and taught him so much over the year. Bev is an experienced caregiver, trustworthy, tidy, and hardworking. She was extremely health-conscious with my son as well as herself in light of the pandemic as well. We miss her...
- Ashwinee R.
Alyssa H.
5.0
Alyssa was so warm to us and our daughter as soon as she arrived. You could tell right away that she was genuinely happy to work with kids and our daughter had a great experience with her. She even got our little girl to go to bed a littler earlier than normal! A plus in my book!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding nannies in Colonia, NJ
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in Colonia, NJ?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Colonia, NJ is as of is $22.73 per hour as of March, 2025. This rate will fluctuate depending on your location, the nanny's level of experience, and the number of children to be cared for. Other factors that may also influence the rate include specialized care, overnight care, or requesting your nanny to take additional responsibilities at home such as light housekeeping or meal prepping.
How can I find a nanny near me in Colonia, NJ?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 11 in Colonia, NJ. You can search for nannies by their location and can compare your options by hourly pay rate, experience, and what ages of kids each nanny is looking to care for. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have worked with the nannies you're interested in interviewing.
What type of nanny services can I find near me in Colonia, NJ?
You can find different nanny services in Colonia through Care.com, such as nannies that specialized in infant and newborn care, nannies that help with night-time routines or watch kids overnight, bilingual nannies that speak different languages, live-in nannies, and more. You can search for full-time or part-time nannies in Colonia, NJ with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for Colonia, NJ nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.3 / 5
Nannies in Colonia, NJ are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed nannies.