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Sofia D.

New Brunswick, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Sofia! I'm 24 years old and live in Morris Plains. I studied psychology and education (and Spanish!) at Rutgers, and have over 6 years experience in childcare in different positions including Lead Early Preschool Teacher. I'm currently a Floating Assistant in a school where I get to work with ages 4 months-6 years, with...

Babasola O. says "Sofia was great with the kids. She did a fantastic job putting d kids to sleep and they are had a great night"

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Nanny/Babysitter

New Brunswick, NJ

4.7(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hi, I'm Meriem! With over 8 years of hands-on childcare experience of all ages-from infants to pre-teens. I'm a reliable, mature, and nurturing caregiver who values trust and open communication with families. I'm energetic, patient, and attentive, always striving to create a safe, fun, and supportive environment for the...

Care Member says "Meriem was fantastic! She was warm, kind, and extremely caring. She was on time, professional, and put us completely at ease. We hired her during our...

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Babysitter/Nanny Very Reliable!

Staten Island, NY

4.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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...

Eram S. says "Very honest and dependable. I don't have to worry about a thing, Very warm and kind in heart!"

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Miranda D.'s Photo

South Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I am Miranda, and available for 1-2 days a week, occasional date night or overnight care. I am looking for family that's seeking a loving provider for their child. I can care for multiple children at once, have a clean driving record and experience with infants and children of all ages. I have 7 years of babysitting...

Care Member says "Miranda has been a wonderful after-school caregiver for my two daughters (10,8). She is always punctual, communicates well, and most importantly, my...

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Experienced Young And Fun Nanny

Kenilworth, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello Families! My name is Amber & I am a bubbly, energetic, and caring 27-year-old teacher nominated for Educator Of The Year for 2 consecutive years! While you can view a screenshot of my resume in my profile pictures, please see an important summary of essential information here: - Provided childcare to families since I was...

Stanley L. says "We have had many baby sitters and nanny over the years and Amber is the very best. She goes beyond the call of duty and our kids adore her. She has a...

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Piscataway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello :) my name is Brenda, I live In Piscataway NJ. I have 5 years of experience as a nanny I have always loved children and babies since I was little. I consider my self responsible outgoing patient and friendly person, very organized and attentive . I'm willing to help with light duty errands and if you want me to cook for...

David M. says "Brenda took excellent care of our child. She left the house immaculate when her shift was done. When her shift was done, our son was cared for, bottles...

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Experienced Nanny

Clark, NJ

4.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I have been working as a nanny for 15 years. For 4 years, I have worked for a great family in Metuchen with three children, two who have special needs. Also, I have experience in working with infants. I am CPR certified. I do potty training, pick up/drop/off school, homework help. I also do Children's laundry, cleanups, meals,...

Paul T. says "Eileen cared for our three toddlers for a year and was wonderful. She was dependable, always willing to be flexible when we needed extra help, and our 3...

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FT Caring Engaging Nanny Near Woodbridge

Woodbridge, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello everyone, my name is Katherine or better known as Miss Jay! Been in childcare for a decade. I am an advocate of learning through play. I specialize in early childhood development ensuring milestones while also creating a safe and engaging learning environment. Certification from Penn State Extension "New Jersey Health and...

Makeda D. says "Miss Jay cared for our daughter for just under two years, starting when she was 10 months old. We are only parting ways with her as a full-time nanny...

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NANNY

East Brunswick, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
Experience of 5 yrs in looking after children! feeding , dressing , playing , changing diaper, help clean the house , laundry , physically and verbally interacted with children throughout the day. Taught the children safe behavior!

Laura K. says "Our family was blessed to find and have Erlinda work with us for a year as an aide to my mother with Alzheimer's. She supported me and my father while we...

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Sandra J.'s Photo

Matawan, NJ

3.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
T of kids is my passion and joy. With over 15 years experience with child care services, teacher and nanny positions. aking care

Kate S. says "We interviewed Sandra for a nanny role. Although we did not hire her (purely because we found another candidate who'd worked for a neighbor and had a lot...

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Theo T.'s Photo

Cranford, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Experienced Nanny Seeking Part-Time Position Hello! I am an experienced and dedicated nanny looking for a part-time position, ideally between 5-15 hours per week. Morning only and within 5 miles of Cranford. I bring over 10 years of full-time nanny experience and have worked with children ranging from 2 months to 16 years old....

Rebecca G. says "Theo is patient and kind and genuinely loves working with babies and children. She is communicative and always accessible and very dependable. She is...

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Experienced, Responsible, Caring Nanny Looking For A Full-Time Job

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello there! My name is Elda, I'm a career nanny with over 10 years of experience. I have mainly cared for newborns up to 8-year-olds. I prepare bottles formula or breast milk. I can make baby foods and help introduce to solids. I can also assist with potty training, prep kids meals and help with their laundry. I will play and...

Care Member says "Elda is a fabulous caregiver. Our family was so lucky to have her care for our 3 kids ( 1.5 year old twins and a 6 month old). She always kept the...

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Caregiver Available - Flexible

Piscataway, NJ

4.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
My name is Helenanne. I live in Piscataway with my husband and teenage daughter. I have a total of 10 years' of experience as a teacher and teacher's assistant in two child care centers. There I worked with children six weeks of age and older. Additionally I have been a nanny for 4 different families. I have experience as a full...

John L. says "Thank you Helenanne for all your help watching our dog overnight. Super caring person who took great care of our dog. And even brought him a brand new dog...

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Full Time Babysitter/nanny

Carteret, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there. I am a 49-year-old woman who used to care for children in my home. I have 10 plus years of child care experience. I have watched children from 2 months to 10 years of age. I do not smoke and am comfortable with pets. My abilities include but not limited to laundry for children, meal prep, feeding, nap time, outdoor...

Care Member says "Joanne was our full time nanny for over a year and I cannot recommend her enough. Any family would be so lucky to have her care for their kids. My...

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Nurturing And Experienced Nanny And Educator:

Staten Island, NY

4.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello Families, My name is Miss Maya and I hold vast experience with children ranging in age, of both neurotypical and neuro divergent backgrounds in nannying and school-like settings! I truly value the trust it takes to put your child in the hands of someone else's care and always aim to build reliable and strong...

Care Member says "Moved out of New york two years ago, but every time I come up north to visit I always reach out to Maya watch my three year old daughter. She is just...

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Outgoing, Dedicated Nanny

Carteret, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Good evening my name is Ashley and I currently work full-time as a childcare provider/nanny. With over 10 years of experience providing childcare to small children, (and support to their families), I skillfully manage details and give care to the most precious among us in this life. More, I am equipped and experienced at...

Care Member says "Ashely is an amazing nanny/baby sitter. She worked for us for almost 3 years during pandemic . My kids adored her . She was very flexible and...

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Selena H.'s Photo

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, I am Selena. A young married working mom, looking to make another moms day to day a little easier! Being a mom and a private Chef, I am very comfortable with all childcare needs including Meal Prep for the whole family, light Cleaning, Homework, outdoor & indoor activities, Tutoring, Potty Training, Art & Crafts, Music,...

Frances L. says "I recently had the pleasure of hiring Selena to care for my two pre-teen children (11 and 14) while also preparing meals for our family. I couldn't be...

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Angelica C.'s Photo

Edison, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Educated, experienced, fun and enthusiastic child care provider looking for a long term commitment with a family. Experience with preschool aged children while working at a daycare for 8 years, over 11 years nanny experience with infants and toddlers. I offer plenty of fun and age appropriate activities and I do my best to...

Ryan C. says "Angelica has been an outstanding and loving nanny for our daughter for about two years. She is a skilled and experienced caregiver who has meant so much to...

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Leydis M.'s Photo

A Loving Nanny Looking For A Loving Family

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I have 18 years of experience as a Nanny. I have cared for newborns, toddlers and older children. I am a person who gives my all when I am responsible for a child. I enjoy working with children because I like to take care of them, playing, seeing them smile, hearing the great stories they have, etc. That's why I always look for...

Darianella B. says "Leydis is an excellent caregiver. She's caring, loving and patient. I highly recommend Leydis."

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Jeanne M.'s Photo

Caregiver/Babysitter

Dunellen, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am a married Mom of five older children and I'm looking for a job working with children. I am very active in outdoor sports and also love crafting! I have coached softball for many years and was also a girl scout troop leader!! I was a caregiver for a newborn girl, from newborn to the age of two. I love being with children and...

Kelsey M. says "Jeanne was our wonderful nanny starting from when our baby J was around 6 months old to a year and a half. She really made the transition from maternity...

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  • 60 nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.50/hr as of April 2026

Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Fords, NJ

Nannies in Fords, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed nannies

Sofia D.

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.

Meriem Z.

Meriem was fantastic! She was warm, kind, and extremely caring. She was on time, professional, and put us completely at ease. We hired her...

- Care member

Sofia A.

Very honest and dependable. I don't have to worry about a thing, Very warm and kind in heart!

- Eram S.

Common questions about hiring a nanny in Fords, NJ

The average hourly rate for nannies on Care.com in Fords, NJ is around $21.50 as of April, 2026. Actual costs can vary based on your location, the nanny’s experience, and the number of children who need care. Families who need specialized help, such as infant care, overnight support, or light housekeeping, may pay higher rates. For a detailed breakdown of average nanny pay and what factors affect pricing, visit our guide to nanny costs or explore the Care.com Cost Calculator for more information on the cost of nannies in Fords, NJ.

There are a few good ways to find a trusted nanny in Fords, NJ. Many families start by asking friends, relatives, or neighbors for recommendations. You can also post in local parenting groups or community boards to find caregivers who come with personal referrals. Online platforms like Care.com make it easy to connect with qualified nannies near you. There are currently 2 nannies in Fords, NJ on Care.com. You can filter by experience, hourly rate, and availability, then review profiles and read feedback from other local families. For more tips and ideas on finding the right fit, see our guide on how to find a nanny.

Families in Fords, can find many different types of nanny services to match their schedules and needs. Options include full-time and part-time nannies, live-in nannies, bilingual nannies, and those with experience caring for infants, toddlers, or multiple children. Some families hire night nannies to help with overnight routines, while others look for caregivers who can assist with homework, school pickups, or after-school care. Many nannies also provide light household help, like meal prep or tidying up after the kids, offering families extra support day to day.

When interviewing a nanny in Fords, it’s helpful to ask questions that give you a sense of their experience, approach to childcare, and daily routines. You might ask about their past roles, preferred age groups, comfort with activities like meal prep or transportation, and how they handle discipline or emergencies. It’s also a good idea to discuss scheduling, communication style, and expectations around household duties. Parents often prepare a a nanny interview checklist to make sure important topics like scheduling, communication, and responsibilities are covered.

When choosing a nanny in Fords, NJ, consider both experience and personality fit. Look for someone with strong references, a proven track record in childcare, and certifications like CPR or first aid. It’s also important to find a nanny who communicates clearly and aligns with your family’s values, routines, and expectations. Many families on Care.com take additional steps such as setting up trial days, and discussing responsibilities in detail to make sure they find a reliable and trustworthy match.

Yes, many nannies in Fords, NJ offer flexible schedules to fit different family routines. You can find part-time nannies who provide care a few days a week, after-school help, or morning coverage. Families who need extra support can also find weekend nannies for occasional or regular care on Saturdays and Sundays. Care.com makes it easy to filter by availability, schedule, and experience so you can find a nanny whose hours align with your needs.

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