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60 babysitters are listed in Fords, NJ
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Fords, NJ
Karina G.
Fords, NJ
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.2
(10)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Karina! I am a part-time daycare teacher in the summer, and I am a floater while I'm in school. I currently go to school full time and I've been working at the daycare for about 4 years. I have much experience with kids of all ages, ranging from ages as young as 6 months - 10 years old. I have nannied for multiple...
Karina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Karina is great with the kids. She plays with the kids, keeps them on schedule, and takes care of their needs. We're very glad to have found her!"
Eugene S.
4.4
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have 12 years experience babysitting. I have worked with special needs children for over 5 years. I am great with Small children and pre teens. I love the outdoors, great with baking and creative projects. I am Currently a licensed Insurance agent with The Hartford but I am looking to rejoin the Nanny force. I truly enjoyed my...
Robyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Robyn was great with the kids, punctual, and very nice. We will continue to use her whenever we need a babysitter and would recommend her to anyone else looking for help"
Christina I.
Awo O.
Fords, NJ
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Awo and I am Nursing student graduate from Rutgers University. I graduated in May 2020 with a Bachelors in Nursing and I am currently taking a little break before I decide to work as a full time nurse ! I am 28 years old and have been babysitting and working with kids since I was 13 years old. I was an assistant...
Awo can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Lourdes from North Plainfield, NJ
I have been babysitting babies and toddlers through pre-teens for five years. I started babysitting for family members and friends because I love kids and they make the best company! As of recently, I decided to sign up for care. com and earn a little extra income to help cover some bills while...
Lourdes can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Monique M.
Fords, NJ
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
In Search Of A Nanny Job With A Friendly Family Of A Welcoming Neighborhood
I am a fun spirited individual who loves interacting with children. I provide fun activities and crafts for kids of all ages to enjoy. I have my own transportation and am reliably punctual. I provide after school care and prepare healthy snacks. Some of my favorite treats are "apple fruit donuts" (apple, cream cheese or yogurt...
Monique can also help with: Craft assistance
Kaysy H.
Fords, NJ
$19-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
As a friendly and formal childcare provider with three years of experience, I'm passionate about supporting families and providing reliable childcare. My approach is to follow the parents' preferred communication methods and take their lead in enforcing household rules.
I enjoy engaging with children through various activities,...
Kaysy can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision & more
I have 10 years of experience working with children of all ages. I was working in New York City , Manhattan, I have references if you needed!!
Nancy can also help with: Meal prep
Nona N.
Fords, NJ
$25-50/hr • 15 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing childcare provider with 15 years of experience fostering children's growth and development. I am passionate about creating a safe and nurturing environment where children can learn, play, and thrive. I believe in open communication with parents and will provide regular updates on your child's day. I am...
Heavenly R.
Fords, NJ
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing childcare provider with a passion for children's growth and development. With 9 years of experience, I have a proven ability to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children of all ages. I'm comfortable caring for up to 4 children and have experience with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and...
I have taken care of two boys for a family in Hoboken. Now I have two kids of my own. I love working with kids. I am a hard worker. I have a certificate in medical assisting. I am honest and willing. I worked for 7-8 years for the family I started with in 1997. The child that I took care of was newborn, then she had another...
Murisha can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a professional looking for weekend babysitting jobs.
I have plenty of experience babysitting school-age kids and toddlers. During the 2020 to 2021 school year, I sat for a family with two kids, eight and four, three times a week while they attended remote classes due to COVID. I worked as a full-time nanny, caring for...
Julia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Julia has been with our family for a year. She has been AMAZING and wonderful with our kids."
Kendall L.
Shamsiya I.
East Brunswick, NJ
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...
Shamsiya can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"I am writing this review with immense gratitude and appreciation for Sasha who has been an integral part of our family for several years. From infancy to the teenage years, she has played a crucial role in the lives of our children, and her impact has been nothing...
Nida A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Hannah and I absolutely love working with kids! I am currently in Graduate school at Kean University working towards my masters in occupational therapy. I have a wealth of babysitting experience. In high school I was constantly babysitting my little neighbors. Then, I started babysitting full time for a family...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Hannah was our family sitter for our child's kindergarten school year. She was A+ with them and a great communicator with us parents. She is patient, kind, a great homework motivator and just a good person. I recommend her with no reservations!"
Hana S.
Jessica V.
Scotch Plains, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Jessica. I am 31 years-old. I love caring for children and seniors. I feel that caring for them is the best job I can have. I am very responsible, reliable, and have a lot of patience. I have a run nursing degree. I have been caring for children and seniors most of my life, will care for them as if they were my...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"Dear Jessica V.
Thank you for the time and consideration.I appreciate having had the opportunity to speak with you about your experience in related babysitter. Your resume is quite impressive and shows great potential for you in the working world. Sorry that it...
Maria-elena V.
5.0
(2)
Hi, I am 31 years old, I have 10 years of experience, working in preschools centers and babysitting for the same family. I have excellent references.
I love working with kids, I'm very patient and sweet, I speak Spanish and English.
I have a preschooler and a 10-month-old baby.
Konny can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Konny is extremely kind, creative, and caring! She has watched both of my children and I trust her 100%."
Renee H.
Samantha C.
Plainfield, NJ
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Samantha C.! I am available for date nights on the weekends Friday, Saturday and Sunday each three days from 6pm- 12 a.m. I recently changed my schedule since the semester is ending, perfect for summer camp schedules! Dropping off or pick up. I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Travel, Remote Learning,...
Samantha can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping
5.0
"Samantha is a reliable and trustworthy person. She came on time for every time we needed her. Warm, kind, and extremely caring. She was on time, professional, and put us completely at ease. She gave us updates via text, which was a nice way to keep us updated on...
Leydi C.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm Angela a kind certified home health aide who is very passionate about working and helping the elderly. I have been a home health aide for 3 years now! I will assist with activities of daily living, give companionship, perform light house keeping, run errands and make sure my patient is comfortable and happy at all times
Angella can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Angella was so sweet and nurturing to my child. She knew what to do and was always on time"
Janet M.
Elise M.
Keyport, NJ
$17-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi families! I'm Elise, a college freshman this year, and I have worked with kids for over 7 years in a variety of different environments ( summer camps, day camps, daycares, and afterschool programs. I have worked with youth ages 11 months old to 13 years old. No matter the age group I can create a fun experience for the kids....
Elise can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Elise is so kind and patient. My girls loved her and keep asking for us to go out so that they can spend more time with Elise. She really made a fantastic impression on all of us!"
Diane C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Positive, calm, balanced, committed, ambitious, compassionate, reliable, kind and very creative. My 2 daughters are my highest achievement making me proud every single day. In the past I worked as a Art teacher for kids with disabilities at "Special School Sacel" Romania. Between 2000 and 2005 I was part of an amazing French...
Camelia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Camelia (or Cammy) worked with us 5 months, caring for our 6 & 8 year old boys. Lovely woman overall. She picked them up from school, drove to activities, made them snacks and dinner, supervised homework, played many rounds of monopoly and drew beautiful pictures...
Shelby M.
Tayla B.
Elizabeth, NJ
$18-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm used to caring for more than one child at a time, preparing meals, helping with homework, giving baths, reading stories and putting children to sleep. I'm also fully vaccinated with booster and CPR/First Aid Certified.
Tayla can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Tayla was great with my elderly mother. She was patient, on time and built a bond with my mother. I hired Tayla for a week while I was away on vacation. She assisted with baths, doctors appointment, medication, keeping my mother company, etc. I’ll definitely hire...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Fords, NJ
Karina G.
5.0
Karina is wonderful! She was a huge help with the kids while we worked from home and she is a reliable caregiver and extremely responsible! She cares for my children as if they were her own! She's awesome!
- Maria L.
Robyn P.
5.0
Robyn was punctual, respectful and very mature. She was caring towards my children and very sweet.
- Courtney B.
Julia H.
5.0
Julia has been with our family for a year. She has been AMAZING and wonderful with our kids.
- Kendall L.
Shamsiya I.
5.0
I am writing this review with immense gratitude and appreciation for Sasha who has been an integral part of our family for several years. From infancy to the teenage years, she has played a crucial role in the lives of our children, and her impact has been nothing short of extraordinary.
Sasha...
- Nida A.
Hannah F.
5.0
Hannah was our family sitter for our child's kindergarten school year. She was A+ with them and a great communicator with us parents. She is patient, kind, a great homework motivator and just a good person. I recommend her with no reservations!
- Hana S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Fords, NJ:
How can I find a Fords babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Fords, 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 10 babysitters in Fords, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.0. 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 Fords, NJ?
The average rate for Fords, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $20.90 per hour as of March 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 Fords, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Fords, 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.
Ratings for Fords, NJ babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Babysitters in Fords, NJ are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.