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Josephine M.
- 17 years paid experience
- 14 miles
Hi Families! My name is Jo, and I have over 15 years of experience in childcare for all ages. My past experiences have been with wonderful families who have welcomed me as an addition to their family. I took excellent care of the children and completed all the duties the position required on time. I consider myself a very reliable, trustworthy, honest, patient, and punctual person who puts a hundred percent into whatever the job requirements are. My strong references from my previous employers will prove that I would be a great fit for your family. I have a very energetic personality and multitasking is not an issue for me. I enjoy keeping your child happy at all times as that is an important factor to me as well as safety and wellbeing which I prioritize. Being an addition to your family is not just a job for me, it is my passion in childcare.
$20–25/hr
Maya D.
- 14 years paid experience
- 8 miles
Hi families! My name is Maya I am a 30 year old career nanny tuned teacher Dedicated & Experienced Nanny | Educator | Newborn Care Specialist With over a decade of professional childcare experience, I am a passionate and highly skilled nanny who provides nurturing, educational, and developmentally appropriate care for children of all ages. As a CPR, First Aid, and AED-certified caregiver, I prioritize safety while fostering a warm and engaging environment where children thrive. My expertise extends from newborns as young as six days old to school-aged children, including sibling groups and children with special needs. As a Newborn Care Specialist, I support families through those critical early days, offering expert care in feeding, sleep routines, and infant development. Additionally, my background as an educator allows me to incorporate creative and stimulating learning experiences into daily routines. I have a clean driving record and ample experience safely transporting children to and from school, activities, and playdates. Families I have worked with consistently commend my professionalism, reliability, and ability to form deep, trusting bonds with both children and parents—reflected in my glowing references. Whether assisting with newborn care, engaging children in enriching activities, or ensuring smooth family logistics, I am committed to creating a loving, structured, and fun environment where children feel safe and valued. Let’s connect—I’d love to support your family!
$23–50/hr
Courtney H.
- 5 years paid experience
- 4 miles
Hi! My name is Courtney. I have over 5+ years of childcare experience, ranging in caring for children from 5 months to 14 years old. In addition to my babysitting experience, I also have a bachelor’s degree. A little more about me: I am a very responsible, fun, enthusiastic, and loving caregiver who can provide excellent care for your child/children. I love outdoor activities, games, arts & crafts, sports, reading, being creative, and encouraging kids to learn. I am a very positive and upbeat person, and truly realize the impact I have on the children I care for. I am also very respectful & will follow any schedule or rules that you have set. I am an animal lover and am comfortable around any pets you may have. Please contact me for your childcare needs. Thank you!
$20–30/hr
Michelle C.
- 4 years paid experience
- 14 miles
Hi, I’m 24 years old. I’m a responsible babysitter with experience caring for children ages 3 yrs-teen. Very patient and willing to create fun, engaging, and educational activities for your child! Flexible availability throughout all summer. Bachelor degrees in Psychology and Criminology. Masters degree in Social Work from NYU.
$25–30/hr
Soheir H.
- 15 years paid experience
- 8 miles
Hi everyone! My name is Soheir but “sue” for short. I have 15 years of experience working with children. From public school to daycares to nannying at people’s homes. I love working with children and being able to help them grow and learn. I love being creative doing art projects, playing outside and just letting there creative minds explore. I can provide many references I am cpr certified, and have a clean driving record. Look forward to hearing from you!
$18–30/hr
Maria S.
- 20 years paid experience
- 13 miles
My Name is Maria Smith and I have 10+ years in education, teaching religious education for my local church, substitute teaching, active Girl Scout leader and very active in my community. In addition, I am very creative and look forward to developing and engaging children with arts & crafts and outdoor sports. My “can do” positive attitude will engage kids during our time together. I lead with enthusiasm and possess a positive demeanor to inspire and motivate others. Education is constantly evolving and I am passionate on being a part of this evolution. I am a certified NJ Substitute teacher state for PreK-12 and teach English to children & adults in China. I am American Heart Association CPR trained and enjoy hiking, going to the beach, sewing and spending time with my 3 children and dog “Junior” in New Jersey.
$25–100/hr
Catherine L.
- 20 years paid experience
- 13 miles
I have two beautiful boys on my own and I love babysitting my nieces and nephews and I also babysit my friends' children. I never think that babysitting is a job, for me it is a wonderful fun time and enjoyable moments and memories, especially for children. I love kids and I never get tired of taking care of them.
$25–30/hr
Kathleen C.
- 10 years paid experience
- 4 miles
I became a caregiver because I love caring for children, especially infants. I was working at a preschool before COVID and have always worked in the infant room. I enjoy my job because of COVID I’m looking into working in a private home. I like dogs as long as they are friendly(not a pit bull). I am 60 yrs old and very reliable. I have a good car and come from Denville I have preschool training and am certified in cpr and infant safety
$15–20/hr
Kristine B.
- 15 years paid experience
- 10 miles
Hi, My name is Kristine. I live in Morristown, NJ. I am retired from the NYC Public School System and am a Hospice LPN currently by trade. I care for adults, medically fragile children as well as all other children with special needs or not. My schedule has just recently opened up because the child that I was caring for from 4 months old will be starting Pre-K 3 in Sept. I am looking to fill my open schedule by Sept start. I do AM care, PM care, emergency care, weekends, overnights, and transportation care. I have been caring for children from birth-high school for the past 15 yrs. I have a grown married daughter and have 4 young adult nieces and nephews that I see quite often and attend all their extracurricular events. I have date night families that I sit for throughout all of Morris County. I am caring, trustworthy and reliable. My references are impeccable.
$26–40/hr
Susan L.
- 31 years paid experience
- 14 miles
Accommodating and versatile individual with the talent to develop inspiring hands-on lessons that will capture a child's imagination and breed success. Ensuring that every child's learning styles and abilities are addressed. I have the ability to establish cooperative, professional relationships with parents and students. I am a warm and caring teacher who wants all children to be successful learners.
$15–25/hr
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