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Laila Z.

  • 6 years paid experience
  • 10 miles
Laila Z., Child Care in Oakland, NJ 07436 with 6 years of paid experience

I'm a warm, energetic babysitter with over 5 years of experience caring for children from newborns to school age. I specialise in creating engaging routines, promoting early development, and building strong trusting relationships with families. I’m a CPR, First Aid and EpiPen certified.

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$28–32/hr

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Londyn G.

  • 20 years paid experience
  • 8 miles
Londyn G., Child Care in Oakland, NJ 07436 with 20 years of paid experience

Hello Families, My name is Londyn and I am full time nanny (during the weekdays) and a student studying Pediatric Nuclear Medicine. I have been in childcare for 20+ years and am well versed in behavioral, mental, and physical milestones. I have experience with all ages, including newborns, and am first aid and CPR certified. I am a caring and nurturing person, and children have always felt comfortable near me. I have worked with children with behavioral issues, slower developmental development, as well as children with Autism and Downs Syndrome. For the family I currently work with, I do meal prep for the parents for the week, laundry, run errands, and all tasks involving the children (cooking their dinners, preparing their lunches, homework help, driving them around, etc.). I truly love being a nanny/sitter and working with children of all ages.

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$23–28/hr

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Margaret L.

  • 14 years paid experience
  • 6 miles
Margaret L., Child Care in Oakland, NJ 07436 with 14 years of paid experience

I have been in New Jersey for four years now, and moved near the Ridgewood area 2 years ago. I'm employed full-time as a Brand Manager as my 9-5, but love to add in babysitting outside of working hours. I am very passionate about child development, and love having fun with all ages of kiddos! I can provide additional references and work history!

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$30–40/hr

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Josephine M.

  • 17 years paid experience
  • 12 miles
Josephine M., Child Care in Oakland, NJ 07436 with 17 years of paid experience

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.

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$20–25/hr

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Yasmin J.

  • 8 years paid experience
  • 14 miles
Yasmin J., Child Care in Oakland, NJ 07436 with 8 years of paid experience

My name is Yasmin. Responsibility and kindness are my most defining qualities. I come from a large family and helped raise many of my nieces and nephews from their birth. I can understand, with you as the parent, the need to feel safe and secure with your children's baby sitter. So you can thoroughly enjoy your night out. I'm not afraid to get my hands dirty, even if that means having to clean a dirty diaper or two. When I'm together with your children, firstly, I will follow your instructions to the letter and, if I have any questions, we will use our pre-arranged contact plan. I am happy to keep your children's playtime active; toys, coloring, games, story-telling, television (if they are allowed to watch), listening to music, and, most importantly, letting them guide our activities. Seeing a child go to bed with a smile on their face really warms my heart. I have knowledge about development milestones. Also, I am available to give Spanish lessons in person or virtual. Thank you for considering me as your next babysitter.

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$30–35/hr

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Stephanie S.

  • 4 years paid experience
  • 14 miles
Stephanie S., Child Care in Oakland, NJ 07436 with 4 years of paid experience

I have fewer personal experiences. I have two little brothers one whom is 13 yrs old and the other whom is 18 yrs old now. I also have a 7 yr old nephew who lives with me. I have been watching over them when needed by my parents. I’m very familiar with infants, toddlers and big kids due to the fact that I’ve seen my brothers grow, I’ve changed their diapers, I’ve fed them, watched over them, entertained them, helped them when needed throughout the years. I also have work experience at Little Learners in Hackensack working with children from infants to 5 years old. I currently work as a nurse at st Clare’s hospital . I am also a student pursuing my bachelor’s in nursing. I look forward to meeting you and your family.

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$15–20/hr

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Lizzy M.

  • 4 years paid experience
  • 14 miles
Lizzy M., Child Care in Oakland, NJ 07436 with 4 years of paid experience

Personally I am a very friendly person and a college student.  Currently enrolling to become a nurse I like to take care of people and mostly kids being a older sister I have the patience and understand single moms and married couples with needing help for their loved ones.  I will do the work of babysitting just because its something I like to do.  I understand the economy is down and most families will not be able to pay high but I will be negotiable and understand.  I would like to help for weekend babsitting and help families out. 

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$15–20/hr

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Lisa D.

  • 20 years paid experience
  • 5 miles
Lisa D., Child Care in Oakland, NJ 07436 with 20 years of paid experience

Why I Love Being a Sitter I’ve always loved caring for children—it comes naturally to me. As a mom of two and a former teacher, I know how important it is to create a safe, fun, and nurturing environment where kids feel seen and supported. I genuinely enjoy helping children grow, learn, and explore their unique personalities. Whether we’re reading stories, doing crafts, or just sharing a laugh, I find so much joy in building those special bonds. ⸻ My Experience My childcare journey started early—babysitting as a teen, then working summers as a camp counselor and certified lifeguard. I went on to earn a Master’s in Elementary Education and spent years teaching kindergarten, 2nd grade, and 6th grade. I also led the tennis program at Deer Mountain Day Camp, working with kids of all ages and skill levels. I’ve supported children in all stages of development and feel confident handling routines, schoolwork, playtime, and everything in between. ⸻ My Skills & Training    •   Master’s Degree in Elementary Education    •   Certified Lifeguard (past)    •   CPR & First Aid knowledge    •   Strong classroom management and communication skills    •   Experience with children from infants to pre-teens     I’m patient, attentive, and calm under pressure—qualities that help children feel secure and help parents feel at ease. I’m currently looking for a part-time position that could grow into something more consistent or full-time down the line. I bring warmth, structure, and years of hands-on experience, and I’d love to find a family I can build a lasting relationship with.

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$26–30/hr

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Karina G.

  • 20 years paid experience
  • 14 miles
Karina G., Child Care in Oakland, NJ 07436 with 20 years of paid experience

I'd like to introduce myself as Karina, a 35-year-old native New Yorker, with proficiency in both Spanish and English. With a career spanning over 20 in childcare, I have cultivated a deep understanding of child development and a unique capacity to foster meaningful connections with children of all ages. As a babysitter, mother's helper, and proprietor of an in-home daycare, I bring a distinctive combination of skills, experience, and personal qualities to my work. I am recognized for my exceptional kindness, gentleness, responsibility, reliability, and punctuality. I am fervent about designing and delivering engaging and educational experiences for children, incorporating activities such as sports, education, storytelling, music, and exploration. I would be delighted to explore how I can contribute to your family's well-being and discuss potential arrangements, including occasional Saturday availability.

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$22–25/hr

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Michelle D.

  • 4 years paid experience
  • 15 miles
Michelle D., Child Care in Oakland, NJ 07436 with 4 years of paid experience

Hello parents My name is Michelle Im 23 I'm from spring valley ,NY I come with excellent references. I have been a in childcare for over a year but worked with kids for almost three years I worked as a teachers assistant in pearl River, NY caring for toddler ages 18-24 months I also have babysitting experience, an 13 month old girl I care for in New city, Ny I have been babysitting her since August 2018. I speak fluent English I am BLS (Basic life support) certified and a non-smoker I would be more then happy to provide reference names and numbers. I wish you good luck in your search hopefully I have the pleasure of meeting you and hopefully caring for your child -Michelle

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$18–22/hr

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