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Shalayne V.

Sewaren, NJ

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
Hello, My name is Shalayne. I am a 38-year-old woman who has been around kids for all of my life. Growing up with 4 younger siblings, I was pretty much my mother's helper with everything. I have been in the child care business for the better side of 20 years working with ages from infant to 20 years old. I was also a preschool...

Care Member says "Shalayne is a dedicated and a giving person with children. She goes above and beyond. She also has great communication with parents, which is very...

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Port Reading, NJ

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
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It's always been my passion to work with children. I started babysitting when I was 14. Throughout high school, I babysat for 3 families both part-time and full-time. At 16, I started working at my community center as a babysitter and assistant teacher. I helped with homework and engaged in creative play. In the fall of 2017, I...
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Nanny/sitter

Staten Island, NY

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$20/hr
16 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello! My name is Maria. I am 31 years old. I live in Staten Island, New York. I am trustworthy, kind, caring, responsible and reliable. I love caring for children. I have experience babysitting newborns - adolescence. I change diapers, make bottles/other food, meal prep, potty train, read to and play with them and...
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Eliane

Piscataway, NJ

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$32/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! How are you? I have 8 years experience as a nanny and babysitter. I am a very organized, reliable, kind and patient person, and also very energetic. I have worked with infants, toddlers and bigger kids too. Some of the responsibilities included: preparing bottles, feeding them, food introduction, changing diapers, giving...
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East Brunswick, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I love taking care of children. Responsible, affectionate, honest, mature. Non smoker, punctual, organized. I have a CPR & first aid certificates, I am a Spanish tutor. I worked with a family from the time their two children were born until they were 10 years old. I have a background in early childhood development. I love to do...
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Keyport, NJ

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Hi! My name is Fatima and I'm a caring, responsible, and energetic babysitter with 5years of experience working with children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens. I truly enjoy spending time with kids-whether it's reading stories, playing games, helping with homework, or organizing fun and creative activities. I understand...
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Part-time & Full-time Caregiver

Piscataway, NJ

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$18/hr
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, good day! I am a professional caregiver as I am a mom of a 17-year-old and a 3-year-old. I do homework, meal prepping, educational interacting (ie: reading, flash cards, homework's), drop offs and pickups to and from school. Currently looking for part time hours. Thank you
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Carteret, NJ

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
ABOUT ME ! I like working with kids because kids give you a reason to love life to be engage everyday to something new , I am a paraprofessional and working with my kids at school they give me a reason to show up everyday to help them I'm looking for a job that can not only help the parent but to provide for the kids and be...
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Energetic Babysitter Available

Matawan, NJ

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
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I have been babysitting for as long as I can remember. I have always loved being around children, especially since I'm a child at heart! As a teacher, I love reading with children, playing games and other activities that require kids to use their imaginations and problem-solving skills. I'm flexible and easy going, but firm and...
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Scotch Plains, NJ

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$28/hr
20 years experience
Craft assistance
I've dedicated over 30 years of my life to being a childcare provider because seeing children grow and learn is my passion. In addition to my extensive experience as a teacher, I also have eight grandchildren whom I share very special relationships with. As a certified teacher with early childhood development coursework, I'm...
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Tutor

Piscataway, NJ

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$15/hr
5 years experience
About me: I have been working at Learning Center, teaching kids how to read, do math, and write. I have five years experience teaching kids ranging from ages three to 15. I like to tailor each lesson to every student because every one has his/her own learning styles. I don't mind having fun in the process but overall, when it...
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Looking For A Summer Babysitting Job

Piscataway, NJ

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
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Hi families! I'm currently looking for a part-time nannying position with a family in the Denver area. I'm an Elementary school teacher who recently relocated back to CO in December. I have part time availability (Wednesdays & Fridays w/ occasional weekends open) and transportation of my own. I'm very comfortable with pets and...
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South Amboy, NJ

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$35/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as personable, patient, kind. I like working with kids because it is my whole life! I am a teacher. I teach general education, special education and I am a reading specialist. I started working with kids 12 years ago. One thing you should know about me is I have a masters degree in education.
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Babysitter

Staten Island, NY

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$40/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I'd describe my personality as kind, fun-loving, and responsible. I like working with kids because you get to help them discover the world. Most of the women in my family work with children in schools as teachers, paras, or as specialists (PT/OT/Speech). I'm looking for a job that allows some flexibility. I started working...
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Chemistry & Biology Tutor

Avenel, NJ

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$25/hr
1 year experience
I recently graduated from college with a biochemistry degree. I can help in all areas of science for tutoring. I am very encouraging and have patience for children when they are making mistakes as they learn. I have experience increasing student's performance, and you can count on me to help your child succeed.
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Tutor :)

Piscataway, NJ

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Hey! My name is Ava and I'm a second year Cornell University student who is currently home on a gap semester. I'm especially knowledgeable and have experience tutoring primarily 5th graders through 12th graders in biology, chemistry, all math up to calculus II, and all levels of English up to college. I'm available every day of...
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Part-time Tutor

Kenilworth, NJ

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I love seeing a child understand a new thing. They smile and get excited because now that they know the new learning, they can apply it. I enjoy helping children acquire that. Tutoring does not just help children for their now but their future learning experiences as well. I believe that with my passion for assisting children...
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Certified Teacher/1:1 Tutor!

Woodbridge, NJ

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$45/hr
3 years experience
Hi everyone! Are you interested in a reading and writing tutor for your child? My name is Melissa, I'm 25 years old, I live in Bloomfield, and I'm a graduate of Montclair State University. I'm a current 7th grade Language Arts teacher with my BA in English and a Master of Arts in Teaching certified in... *Elementary Education...
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Sunbeam

East Brunswick, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have been working overseas as a humanitarian for the last 7 years. I love working with children of all ages. I can help with homework and other activities. I'd describe my personality as adventurous, confident, caring I started working with kids when I was 13 years old. In my spare time, I enjoy arts, crafts, and reading
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Early Childhood Special Education

South Amboy, NJ

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$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a first grade special education teacher with my Masters in early childhood, special Ed and iSTEM. Are you looking to keep your child educated during the summer so that they do not lose the progress they've worked so hard on this year? Does your child benefit from a strict routine? Please reach out to me for any questions! I...
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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of August 2025

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Fords, NJ

Hiring a local reading tutor in Fords, NJ on Care.com will cost an average of $15.00 per hour as of August 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each candidate has, how often you will need them to help your child with reading and the age of your child.

Care.com currently has 1 reading tutors in Fords, NJ. You can search for candidates by their distance from Fords and compare your options by hourly rate, the experience each reading tutor has and the specific skills they can teach. You can also see reviews from other families in Fords that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.

The goal of hiring a reading tutor is to improve your child's grades and vocabulary. Ask questions about the process each tutor uses to get these results from the kids they've worked with in the past. Also ask each reading tutor if they are familiar with some of the goals the schools in Fords have. Finally, see how long they are willing to commit to helping your child with their reading tasks. Your child may only need a few tutoring sessions or long-term help with their reading that could require the tutor to stay with them the entire school year.

When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Fords, NJ, we ask all reading tutors listed on Care.com to complete a background check known as a CareCheck (look for a badge on their profile that shares when they had this background check run). However, to safely hire a reading tutor, we strongly advise you to do your own research by requesting references, interviewing multiple candidates, and running an independent background check.

With the help of Care.com, you can find the best reading tutors for your child. You can find tutors for reading at all levels. From learning how phonics work to improving reading comprehension. Once your child gets older, you may even want to switch to a writing tutor who can help them develop their writing skills alongside their reading comprehension skills.

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