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60 babysitters are listed in Wood Ridge, NJ
The average rate is $25/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Wood Ridge, NJ
4.5
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Joelle! Here's a little bit about me... I am currently a 1st grade teacher in Wood-Ridge. I have my Bachelor's Degree in elementary education from The College. I have had an abundance of other experience working with children. I have been teaching for 5 years with most of my experience K-3. I have also done an abundance...
Joelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"We recently hired Joelle to care for our 4 year old for 4 days (Mon-Thu). She was absolutely wonderful. She brings a lot of positive energy...after the first day my little one told me "Joelle is my best friend"... it was so nice to hear. She asked a lot of...
Trina B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a 27-year-old college graduate from Jersey City, New Jersey, who has been working with children for 12 years through working as a nanny, babysitting and coaching a competition cheering team. I am currently in grad school to become a therapist and am looking to transition out of my full-time Job to Nanny. I am interested in...
Gabriella can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
5.0
"Gabby is kind-hearted, loving, intelligent, sweet, mature and very trust worthy. She has been watching my 8 year old for just about 7 years. A. loves when she is watching him. We LOVE Gabby and so will you!
Annamaria"
Adinolfi A.
Maria Eugenia A.
Wood Ridge, NJ
$37/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Child Caregiver Focused On Montessori Child Development
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a positive, proactive woman with excellent skills and a higher education background. As a mother of three successful and competitive young children, I understand that caring for kids goes beyond basic care; it involves imparting valuable skills and education with love. I have even developed my own early education...
Maria Eugenia can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maria (we call her Mauge) became a part of our family and the only person we could fully trust to take care of our infant and now toddler when we are not around. Mauge worked with our family from when my daughter was 3 months to 16 months and she was really great...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Joyce. I have experience
with children stemming from helping to raise my
5 younger brothers and sisters from
infants to teenagers.
I have experience babysitting for many families in my local community.
I am comfortable around all pets and love dogs!
I have my own car. I do not smoke.
I am reliable, trustworthy,...
Joyce can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"We hired Joyce for a date night and she did wonderful ! She sent me periodic updates if my 6MO needed any assistance. She arrived on time and stayed late as well which was greatly appreciated. I will surely work with her again"
Padmini E.
Amy A.
Wood Ridge, NJ
$25-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have 10 years of experience working with kids of all ages. I started when I was 14/15 years old by helping my grandma take care of my little cousins and then went on to babysit and volunteer with kids all throughout college. I do miss being around little ones and now that my brother is older and I'm out of college I want...
Amy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"Amy was amazing! So attentive, caring and loving. I loved having her around!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hello!
My name is Jessica. I've been teaching children ages 2-6 years old for the last 6 years. I have recently retired from teaching but would love to still work with children as a nanny or babysitter. However, I have experience working with all ages prior to stepping into my career through babysitting, started at the age of...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Jessica is amazing with our 3 and 1.5 year old! She is compassionate, fun and masterful at working with kids in a positive and productive way. Our little ones love it when she watches them and we love feeling confident that they are in good hands."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 33 years old with extensive experience caring for children. I have a Bachelors Degree in Psychology and worked at a Youth Center with children with a variety of psychological disorders. I have a perfect driving record and am a great cook, love pets, can assist as a tutor for homework assistance. I have a full time job from...
Cristina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Cristina was absolutely wonderful. She was real easy to connect with and my 7yr old son just adored her. She was always on time and reliable to get things done that was asked of her. I wish her the very best and would rehire her if she is ever needed."
Eric T.
Erin G.
Wood Ridge, NJ
$15-20/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am extremely passionate about empowering individuals with special needs! As an occupational therapy student, I can assist with activities of daily living, and care for individuals with whatever else they may need.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love working with children: I am caring, consistent, and a dedicated Early Childhood Teacher with over 15 years of teaching experience. I am also a Reading Specialist who enjoys tutoring when possible. Building a strong foundation is key.
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Since day one she have always shown such care and appreciation for my children. She was very creative and attentive to my children's need."
Melissa R.
Shirley W.
Wood Ridge, NJ
$70-75/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
I am a certified P-3 teacher with over 15 years of early childhood experience and I am also a Reading Specialist. I have seven years of tutoring experience. I've tutored students from preschool up to third grade and beyond (depending on early literacy needs). I believe in building a strong foundation as it sets the tone for a...
Special Education Administrator and Educator with 7 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Laundry. My students say I am lame and embarrassing so I think that means that I am a great teacher. I have worked with children with special needs from 5-15. My experience ranges from severe needs (spina bifida/cancer) to...
I am patient, loving and caring with 10 years of experience. I am a mother of two grown children. I am fluent in Spanish and I love to cook. I have reliable transportation and excellent references from families I have worked for. I am looking for a full time position and I am very flexible with hours. I am also available for...
Jenny can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a childcare provider, I enjoy sharing my love of the outdoors and creativity/art with kids. I have over four years of experience including babysitting. I think it's important to provide children with a fun, fulfilling and enriched environment. I am an enthusiastic and responsible person and look forward to meeting you and...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'd describe my personality as friendly, adventurous and creative
I like working with kids because the innocent and happiness they transmit is incredible. It's a job that I enjoy doing.
I'm looking for a job that makes me feel happy and respect, as I am with each family. I looking to help families out there, not only taking...
I'd describe my personality as upbeat and caring.
I like working with kids because they are sweet, keep you busy, and are full of joy and energy which I enjoy.
I'm looking for a job that is not permanent and that only requires a couple of hours during the day.
I started working with kids when when I was in high school. I...
Erin G.
Wood Ridge, NJ
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Beginning in high school, I have had experience tutoring peers and younger children on a wide variety of subjects including math, reading, science, and history. As a student at the University of Scranton, I have tutored local middle school students and I work on campus as a peer tutor for courses I have previously completed. I...
Jenny M.
Wood Ridge, NJ
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Having a home of my own, having a clean home is very important to me. Whether it's vacuuming, mopping, dusting, I do it all. I enjoy cleaning and keeping a house clean.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Jessica and I am a licensed speech language pathologist currently working in a public school. I have had experience with children ages 4 months- 11 years old as well as worked in two separate day cares with children ages 7 months to 4 years. I am very passionate about giving children a fun, loving, and educational...
Jessica can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Erin G.
Wood Ridge, NJ
$33/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have previously babysat for many neighbors in my area. I have mostly cared for older children, but also have volunteer experience with individuals with special needs.
Erin can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I love dogs and cats. People always say to me, "you have to choose whether you are a cat or a dog person". I do not agree! I will treat your pet as my own and shower them with love and attention. Pets are so innocent and deserve to be around people who know that and take care of them as their own.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Wood Ridge, NJ
Joelle B.
4.0
We recently hired Joelle to care for our 4 year old for 4 days (Mon-Thu). She was absolutely wonderful. She brings a lot of positive energy...after the first day my little one told me "Joelle is my best friend"... it was so nice to hear. She asked a lot of questions beforehand to know the likes and...
- Trina B.
Gabriella L.
5.0
Gabriella was great, my daughter absolutely loved her. She is also very creative and taught my daughter how to make bracelets and they even were painting on canvas. She will be an asset to any parent. We highly recommend her.
- Robert R.
Maria Eugenia A.
5.0
Maria took care of our child from 3-18 months. She was an excellent nanny and treated our daughter as if she were her own grandchild. Maria was flexible and worked around our schedule, which was important to us as first-time working parents. She speaks English well and has cared for many newborns,...
- Care member
Joyce A.
5.0
Joyce is wonderful! Sweet, conscientious, punctual, and fantastically communicative. She asks the right questions to make sure my 9 month-old daughter has everything she needs! We'll be using her a LOT.
- Lianne C.
Amy A.
5.0
Amy was amazing! So attentive, caring and loving. I loved having her around!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Wood Ridge, NJ:
How can I find a Wood Ridge babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Wood Ridge, 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 22 babysitters in Wood Ridge, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 Wood Ridge, NJ?
The average rate for Wood Ridge, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $25.18 per hour as of April 2024. 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 Wood Ridge, NJ?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Wood Ridge, NJ through Care.com. As of 2024, 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 Wood Ridge, NJ babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Wood Ridge, NJ are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.