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Ariana P.

Babysitter

Staten Island, NY

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$40/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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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Energetic Babysitter Available

Matawan, NJ

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
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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Woman Of Many Talents!

Linden, NJ

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$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
In my spare time, I LOVE to make things! I love trying new vegan recipes, reviewing restaurants, spending lots of time in nature. As well as cuddling with my 3 kittens, reading and practicing/teaching yoga. One thing you should know about me is I am very reliable, timely, and can offer meal prep services for the family! Meals,...
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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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South Amboy, NJ

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$25/hr
20 years experience
Light cleaning
Hello! I'm Stephanie, and I'm a newly-retired educator with over 25 years of experience teaching in Pre-k through grade 12. I'm a 52-year-old mother of two grown boys and an aunt to four nieces and nephews. I think it's very important to be "present" when caring for children-I love to play games, read books, do crafts, play...
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Fun Loving And Loyal

Staten Island, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm a mother of three grown kids and grandmother of two. I'm CPR certified. I love playing doing crafts reading being outside when weather permits I'm loyal and will always put their safety n well being first I'd describe my personality as happy up beat and like to be positive and always responsible I like working with...
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New Brunswick, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I have experience over 10 years in working with children, seniors and persons with special needs. Currently, I have been working with a children's day care and love the work. I am patient and able to be flexible with different children personalities. Thank you. I'd describe my personality as very easy going. humble and...
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Carteret, NJ

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hello! My names Nicole. I am currently going to school part-time to obtain my LPN license. I have 1 year experience of being an assistant teacher at a daycare setting caring for children 3 months through 4 years of age & I have nannied privately with a family I met on here for the last 2 & a half years. I also have a 1-year-old...
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Piscataway, NJ

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$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Hi, I enjoy teaching others and I can help you with your English and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) tutoring needs and other subject areas (see my profile). I have 12+ years' experience in tutoring, 20+ years in engineering, and I'm registered as a Licensed Professional Engineer (PE). I have two Master of...
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Babysitter

Staten Island, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
Hey! My name is Salma, I'm 23 years old. I recently just graduated with. bachelors degree in psychology and soon to be completing my masters in childhood education. I've always been around children being the oldest of 5 siblings. I've worked at summer camp programs, helped children with reading difficulties, and love creating...
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Part-Time Babysitter And/Or Nanny Available

Linden, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
I've babysat children between the ages of two and 11, even tutoring a few while doing so. While sitting for a sibling group that I cared for during after-school hours, I had to ensure that they ate, did homework and took baths before bed. Some of my time I spent tending to children, I made sure to communicate with each child to...
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Staten Island, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Samantha. I have experience caring for children of all ages and enjoy creating a safe, fun, and supportive environment. I balance play and learning--whether it's reading, crafts, outdoor activities, or helping with homework. Families describe me as dependable, patient, and trustworthy. My goal is always to make...
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New Brunswick, NJ

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$22/hr
2 years experience
I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn and grow. My friendly and patient nature creates a warm and welcoming environment for children to thrive. With two years of experience working with children aged 0 to 11, I'm comfortable providing a range of activities and ensuring their...
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Tutoring

Dunellen, NJ

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Hi my name is Jade and I am a graduate of Monmouth University. I have my Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education K-6 and Special Education K-12. I have been a tutor for the past 2 years. I am reliable and willing to go above and beyond to support the needs of your child.
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Patient And Trusting Child Care Provider

Plainfield, NJ

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$30/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
I'd describe my personality as nurturing, encouraging, insightful. I like working with kids because of their creativity. I love how they think and children have always taught me a lot. They keep me on my toes. I'm looking for a job that is consistent but also flexible when needed, i. e. emergencies, etc. There is mutual...
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Piscataway, NJ

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
For me, nurturing young minds is more than a job; it's a passion. With five years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers, including twins, I offer a very creative and friendly approach. I have a college degree in Social Work, with a focus in mental health in child development, plus I've...
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I Love Teaching Little Angels :)

Cranford, NJ

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$24/hr
10 years experience
I have 10 years of experience tutoring and babysitting kids. I have finished my bachelor's degree in CIS and minor in child psychology.
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Port Reading, NJ

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
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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Caring Part-Time Babysitter

Sayreville, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
My name is Janee`, I am a 30 yr old college graduate. I have been in child care for 12 years. I started watching my younger cousins and siblings, then I started working at a Summer Camp and After-School Program. While in school I was an after-school sitter helping with homework and preparing meals while being a resident adviser...
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Certified Teacher Available After School And Weekends.

Matawan, NJ

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$40/hr
10 years experience
I currently teach 4th Grade. It definitely keeps me on my toes! I have NJ certification in Elementary Ed, Special Ed, and teaching Reading. I have been tutoring since I was a high school student. I love having the opportunity to work with students one on one. It is so exciting watching the light bulb turn on when they finally...
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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

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