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Darlene D.

Darlene D

Union, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I like working with kids because kids touch a soft spot in me that brings me joy. I started working with kids at a young age of 15. I have a big family with lots of nieces and nephews. I started watching my nieces and nephews around the age of 15. As far as professionally working with kids it has been about 5 years. In my...

Care Member says "Darlene is so patient, caring and understanding. I love how reliable she is. "

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Hannah F.

Fun And Dependable Sitter

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
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...

Hana S. says "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,...

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Janine M.

They Call Me... The Baby Whisperer

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
Hi, my name is Janine but my friends and family call me G, I have raised two adult daughters, a school teacher and a college student. I have over 30 years in caring for children from babysitting to respite care and foster care. I love babies, children and animals. I have a very nurturing spirit and am a kind, energetic, patient,...

Maria W. says "She is patient kind and caring and will go above and beyond and make your children feel as if they are her own."

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Kerrie K.

Fun Caring And Energetic Sitter

Bayonne, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Kerrie, I am 31 years old. I have been sitting for multiple families for nearly four years now on occasional, date night, and regular schedule. I have nearly 8+ years experience with nannying/sitting ages ranging from 3 months - 11 years old. The last family I worked with was a full time M-F 6am-4 p.m. Caring for...

Shelley D. says "Kerrie is a wonderful person and very patient. She is fun, friendly and athletic. I would definitely recommend her for child care."

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Emma M.

Seasoned Sitter Looking For Work Asap

Rahway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
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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...

Dana A. says "Very friendly, great with kids, trustworthy."

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Elise M.

Keyport, NJ

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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....

Diane C. says "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...

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Joe L.

Engaging Babysitter

Cranford, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
I've been a passionate camp counselor and Care. com babysitter for over 7 years. I have First Aid/CPR certification, college education in child development, and a BS degree from Rowan University. I have babysat for three families through care. com over the past year. I drove the kids to and from school and activities, prepared...

Care Member says "Joe was a very reliable and caring dog sitter for our family. "

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Camelia M.

Loving, Patient And Compassionate Baby Sitter

Woodbridge, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
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...

Rubina S. says "I am writing to express my recommendation for Camelia M. Cami has worked as a babysitter for my two year old toddler for the last 9 months. She serves as...

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Serena A.

Edison, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Serena, with over 10 years of babysitting experience and 5 years of working in preschools and daycares, I bring both expertise and a genuine love for nurturing young minds. I hold a degree in Biobehavioral Health with a minor in Human Development and Family Studies from Pennsylvania State University. I am...

Maura P. says "Serena was such a great sitter for my 4 month old!! She was on time, very responsible and had a great caring personality. We would definitely hire Serena...

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Angella N.

Looking For A Private Part Time Care Giver?

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
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

Janet M. says "Angella was so sweet and nurturing to my child. She knew what to do and was always on time"

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Nicole G.

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
Over the past three years, I've been working full-time as a Board Certified Clinical Behavior Therapist, supporting individuals through evidence-based and compassionate care. I focus on using natural reinforcers to build positive behaviors and reduce challenging ones in a way that feels meaningful and engaging for each client....

Oliopop O. says "Miss Nicole has been more than a “baby sitter” she has helped my special needs boy more than I can imagine. She goes above and beyond with everything she...

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Beverly C.

Nanny Available.

Sayreville, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
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...

Ashwinee R. says "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,...

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Alexandra M.

Nanny In Woodbridge, NJ

Woodbridge, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
Hey my names Alex , Ive been in the childcare industry for about 7-8 years now, I love caring for children of all ages but have a soft spot for infants and toddlers since that one one of the most important stages for their brain development and I feel that my personality really is a benefit factor when it comes to contributing...

Valerie R. says "Alex has been my nanny for over 6 months for my 3 year old daughter. Alex is loving, kind and helpful. She creates her own art projects for my daughter,...

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Raquel R.

Linden, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
Hello, thank you for visiting my profile! . I possess more than a decade of experience in caring for children. Some of those years were spent looking after the children of close acquaintances, while the rest were dedicated to professional childcare through daycare centers or as a nanny. I am well-versed in tending to children...

Care Member says "Raquel has a lovable personality and is great with kids. She is very trustworthy and our two children ages 5 and 2 both love having her around. Raquel...

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Dana R.

Experienced Child Care Provider

Fanwood, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I am an educated and experienced child care provider. With the proper care and attention, I believe that all children will thrive under my supervision. I love children and respect each and every personality. I am a single mother to a 23 yr old daughter who is studying abroad in Ireland for her veterinary degree. Throughout the...

Care Member says "Our family hired Dana in 2014 to help with our mom who was 90 years old at the time and living home in Berkeley Heights. Our mom is now 100 years old...

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Coley S.

Caring For Children: A Decade Of Dedication And Passion

Rahway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
With over a decade of dedicated experience working with children aged 0-18, my passion for creating nurturing environments and supporting young learners' development has grown immensely. Beyond teaching American Sign Language and admissions leadership, I have also been deeply involved in nannying roles, providing personalized...

Care Member says "Coley was great! She came on time and I could tell my daughter really liked her. As a new time mom, I truly felt comfortable leaving my 3 month old with...

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Alyssa M.

Linden, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Hello, my name is Alyssa! I'm a graduate student pursuing a masters degree in occupational therapy with the intention of working specifically with children! I spend a large majority of my time organizing group events for high school aged kids, and when thats out of season I counsel elementary-middle school aged children at a...

Cecil R. says "Alyssa is probably one of the most reliable people I have known. We were in need of sitters last year for a wedding at our church and Alyssa immediately...

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Nyaja B.

Professional Child Care Provider

Perth Amboy, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello, I'm Nyaja, and I'm dedicated to providing exceptional child care. With experience as a School-Aged Child-Care and Teen Program Coordinator at the YMCA, I understand the importance of nurturing and enriching young lives. Currently pursuing a master's degree in Social Work, I offer a unique blend of knowledge and empathy in...

Tarrell J. says "Nyaja is great with my princess. I would definitely recommend her. She reads and plays with my princess. Also she is reliable and punctual."

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Imani H.

Union, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
I have dedicated my career to working with children, ranging from infants to5-year-old. Through this work, I've learned the importance of patience, adaptability, and creative problem-solving. Every child develops at their own pace, and I've made it to priority to tailor my approach to meet individual need whether that means...

Care Member says "Imani was a phenomenal nanny to our son, and we were so lucky to have her. Some key take-aways for me were i) caring and nurturing, ii) communication,...

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Anaya M.

Clark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
Hey! My name is Anaya, (on-ah-yah)!! I currently live in the metropolitan area until February. I have a reliable form of transportation. I am a nursing student at Brookdale Community College which I will be attending in the fall between September and December only on Monday's and Wednesday's. I am CPR/BLS certified and have...

Katia M. says "Extremely friendly and responsible. My kids adores her."

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Port Reading, NJ

Babysitters in Port Reading, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Darlene D.

Darlene is so patient, caring and understanding. I love how reliable she is.

- Care member

Hannah F.

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...

- Hana S.

Janine M.

She is patient kind and caring and will go above and beyond and make your children feel as if they are her own.

- Maria W.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Port Reading, NJ:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Port Reading, 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 1 babysitters in Port Reading, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.

The average rate for Port Reading, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $22.00 per hour as of November 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Port Reading, 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.

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