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60 babysitters are listed in Fords, NJ
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Fords, NJ
5.0
(3)
I grew up in a big family both immediate and extended. I am the oldest of seven and I have been surrounded by babies/young children my entire life. I also babysit at school. I have been with that family for almost two years now and continue to have a good relationship with them. I am trustworthy, responsible, and reliable.
Kayleigh can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"For parents: Kayleigh is organized, punctual and considerate. She is responsible and easy going. Animal friendly and no allergies.
For children: Kayleigh is patient, kind and most of all fun! She can play card games for hours or shoot hoops or go for walks. She...
Angela K.
Danielle B.
East Brunswick, NJ
$28/hr • 12 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Need a date night sitter? Babysitter? Help with laundry? Organizing? Light cleaning? Cooking? Meal prep? Errands? Look no further!! I am a fun and energetic individual that will care for your family and home like my own. I'm trustworthy & dependable and ready to tackle those tiresome tasks.. My job is to make your life easier.
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"Danielle was able to help us when quite a few possible sitters fell through. She is the first person to care for our daughter who is not a family member. Danielle was able to keep her calm, happy and engaged the entire day. Her communication was prompt and clear...
Angela W.
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.
4.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey, I am a mother of 3 kids. I'm very fun to be with. I have experience in this field taking care of kids through all ages. Also as a senior care taker. I worked for a daycare 5 years and I've worked with few families . I have 10yrs of experience in care giving. I love taking care of kids I love there jokes and innocence . I...
Sofia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Hard worker, very reliable!! Such a sweet heart she is someone that will go out her way to get things done! I can trust her with my kids in a breath."
Sofia S.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I am a passionate childcare provider with 15 years of experience. Working with littles is the most rewarding job I could ever have! There is no age, amount of children, behavior, or task that I can't handle. I am happy to help with additional household duties including light housekeeping, laundry, transportation, and errand...
Allison can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Allison has been a home run for our twins of 2.5 months. We are currently using her and continue to be impressed with her daily. She is very caring and always looking for something to do even when they nap. She is even keeled and brings a warm calm to a really...
Michael M.
Liana S.
Staten Island, NY
$17-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Liana and I am a graduate student pursuing a career in special education. I love working with kids and have prior experiences in refereeing and coaching young children in soccer, babysitting, and pick up and drop offs. I'm a huge dog lover as well so I'm open to pet sitting, walking, and feeding your furry...
Liana can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
5.0
"My only regret when I hired Liana was that I wish we had found her earlier. Everything with her was so easy. When it comes to childcare, there's so much stress, so it's nice when the person you hire doesn't add to that stress. One time I had her come watch my 2...
Lauren C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Sofia and I am a 23-year-old graduate student at Rutgers University. I graduated from TCNJ with a BS in Elementary Education. I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old. I am a certified babysitter through the Red Cross program and am CPR certified. I have experience with infants and am comfortable with...
Sofia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was awesome. Very good with our little guy."
Sarah F.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello. My name is Rachel and I am seeking a full-time position with a great family.
Over the past 20 years I have worked for numerous families and with a range of children across various ages (from newborn up to 11 years old).
Duties varied depending on family needs and age of the child/children. Care of newborns, infants and...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rachel is amazing! She has babysat for us for over 2 years. Rachel is responsible, caring, and dependable. Our 2 year old and 4 year old love her and are always so excited to see her. I feel so comfortable having Rachel care for my children. Anyone would be...
Kristine K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a 30-year-old based here in Union County (Rahway). I have years of experience in childcare, my most recent position being a co-teacher of a Reggio style based classroom in a private school in Mountainside; previously, I worked as a 'guide' at a private school called Acton Academy. Years of experience in alternative...
Emma can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very friendly, great with kids, trustworthy."
Dana A.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hii!
Currently I'm FREE for date nights weekdays after 6:30 p.m. Mondays
Fridays rotate sometimes free after 2:30 p.m. or 6:30 p.m.
Tuesdays and Thursdays - after 2:30 p.m.
Saturdays and Sundays I'm FREE - I'm in two weddings this year (I love my friends LOL) they are back-to-back, so looking for another income source,...
Khayanna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Khay has been absolutely amazing! I’ve never had anyone outside of friends and family mind my children. So, this was a big step for me. However, I do not regret taking that step. Khay has been great with the kids. She mainly watches our youngest who is nine months...
Care member
5.0
(6)
My name is Deanna, I'm 23 and I've been caring for children for a long time (10+yrs) ages range from newborns to teens. My experiences include being the oldest of 7 children. I'm a very patient person, I love kids. I'd like to think I have a very nice personality, easy to talk to, get along with, and I take pride in what I do. I...
Deanna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Deanna is warm and friendly. She's amazing with children. Playful yet has boundaries. (Which was important to us) She's the oldest of 6 children and it shows. You can tell she was used to looking after multiple kids plus helping her mom out. My daughter was 4 and...
Ashleigh M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Kristina P. This is my 8th year working as a ELA Special Education teacher. I received my masters in Special Education from the University of Kansas in 2021. I have my BA in Special Education from Kean University, as well as 3 teaching certifications.
My past work experience includes working for 13 years in a...
Kristina can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"She was quick to respond to short notice. My kids loved her."
Candice M.
Belkys H.
East Brunswick, NJ
$21/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
How are you? I have experience taking care of children from newborns to bigger. I treat them with a lot of love and care. I am a dynamic, intelligent, educated, reliable and respectful person. I am a mother therefore I respect children as well as my son. Also I'm CPR certified and fully vaccinated for COVID-19 if you want to...
Belkys can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have a beautiful three-year-old son who means the world to me, and finding someone I trust implicitly to care for him is paramount. Belkys has proven herself to be an exceptional caregiver whom I wholeheartedly recommend. Her nurturing nature, intelligence,...
Care member
Chloe R.
Westfield, NJ
$43/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Compassionate, And Responsible Nanny Available!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Chloe and I enjoy cooking, traveling, arts and crafts, and being outdoors. I'm enthusiastic about working with children and have extensively for many years now. I have had long term and short term nannying experiences with a very wide range of ages, so I am well prepared for your family and situation! I have...
Chloe can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
4.5
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Hannah, and I am 24 years old. I currently attend State University and I am in their teacher education program pursuing a joint bachelor/master of arts in teaching for P-3 early childhood education for special and general education.
I graduated this May with my bachelor's portion of my degree, then I went back...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Hannah has always been a very experienced, reliable and caring babysitter for my son. She loves children and takes her job very seriously."
Brian E.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Briana! I have 10+ years' experience in caring for children of all ages. Mother of 1. CPR certified.
Briana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"My son always asks for her and is happy when she comes over"
Kim M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Phil! I'm a recent graduate from the College of New Jersey with a degree in Interactive Multi Media and marketing. After taking a step away from the corporate world, I've decided to reunite with my passion for working with children.
I'm a positive and energetic individual with 7 years of experience working with...
Phillip can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Phil took care of our 3 boys (ages 9, 8, 8) last summer and was an amazing addition to our family unit. He is kind, patient, and caring making sure he knew each boy individually and their specific needs. He managed the fun but also the summer academic work too...
Jessica D.
5.0
(3)
Hello--My name is Shelly.
I am a young, energetic grandmother of 4. I am always on the go and up for a challenge. I have many years of experience taking care of the elderly population, especially senior citizens in the early stages of alzheimer's disease. I am patient, caring, understanding and compassionate. I have a great...
Rochelle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
5.0
"She is a very sweet lady and will go above and beyond."
Jennifer M.
Tanya T.
Plainfield, NJ
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hello! My name is Tanya, and I have a deep passion for working with children. With experience caring for kids of various ages, I strive to create a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment where they can learn, grow, and have fun.
I understand the importance of patience, creativity, and consistency in childcare, and I always...
Tanya can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is very dependable she is awesome with children my child absolutely adores her she's fun and creative and loves doing activities with kids."
Irene R.
Sofia D.
New Brunswick, NJ
$24/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sofia. I am 23 years old and live in Morris Plains. I have a background in psychology and education from Rutgers, and over 6 years in childcare: including most recently as a Lead Early Preschool Teacher.
When it comes to my personality, I really value an encouraging, kind approach to working with kids. My...
Sofia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Sofia was great with the kids. She did a fantastic job putting d kids to sleep and they are had a great night"
Babasola O.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Fords, NJ
Kayleigh K.
5.0
Kayleigh has been our babysitter for the past 4 years. My kids love it when she watches them because she is fun, plays games with them and has even taken them out to dinner. We have had such a great experience with Kayleigh. She is reliable and responsible and a great role model. We are lucky to...
- Rachael M.
Danielle B.
5.0
Danielle was able to help us when quite a few possible sitters fell through. She is the first person to care for our daughter who is not a family member. Danielle was able to keep her calm, happy and engaged the entire day. Her communication was prompt and clear and we hope that she will work with...
- Angela W.
Michelle S.
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 and hands on.
- Jill C.
Sofia A.
5.0
Very honest and dependable. I don't have to worry about a thing, Very warm and kind in heart!
- Eram S.
Allison S.
5.0
Allison is amazing!! We are a military family and I am a nurse so Allison is a true blessing to us. Allison has worked with my family for over a year and our family love her. We have a 3 year old and a 9 year old and she is awesome with them. She worked for us full time and now for date nights,...
- Rakelia P.
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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 11 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 $21.27 per hour as of April 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.