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Theresa M.

Experienced Babysitter

Bergenfield, NJ

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
Hi, my name is Theresa I'm 34years old. I've been babysitting since I was about 17 years old on and off for children of all ages ranging from newborn to 12 years old. I am a mother of a 11-year-old boy and enjoy taking care of children. I am very hands on and love playing and reading to children. In my past babysitting...
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Tina M.

Babysitter

Franklin Lakes, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
I worked for a year in San Francisco as a babysitter for two elementary-aged children. My responsibilities included play supervision, cooking, reading to and with children, carpooling and chaperoning to sports practices, and driving the children to medical appointments. I also have experience tutoring middle and high school...
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Jenna C.

Tutoring/Childcare

Pompton Lakes, NJ

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
Hello families! My name is Jenna! I am currently in my last semester of college at Montclair State University and am doing my student teaching! I will be graduated in May with a K-6 elementary education certification. I have worked with children for quite some time, including two years at the Goddard School of Wayne. Prior to...
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Taina F.

Super Great And Fun Babysitter!

Paterson, NJ

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Taina. I am a incoming third year college student at Rutgers University, majoring in Psychology and minoring in Cognitive Neuroscience to eventually become as child psychologist! I have experience with working with children through babysitting, and I am currently working as an Infant/Toddler Teacher Assistant....
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Roaa Q.

A Caring Babysitter For Your Little Ones.

Paterson, NJ

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
Hi there! My name is Roaa, and I absolutely adore working with children. I believe every child is unique and deserves a nurturing, fun, and safe environment to grow and thrive. With several years of experience in babysitting, I have developed a deep understanding of how to engage kids in creative activities, help with homework,...
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Daisy L.

About Me

Clifton, NJ

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$27/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
Hello, I am 28 years old with a degree in Molecular biology, I attended Montclair State University. I am fluent in both English/Spanish. My nieces and nephews were my starting point to what caused me to love working with kids. That then lead me to work at a school where my sister currently teaches. I love arts and crafts,...
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Amanda G.

Part-Time Babysitter

Hasbrouck Heights, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
Hello I am Amanda, I am a Psychology major in a University and graduating in December. For the past 3 years I've worked as a Part-Time Preschool teacher in Hasbrouck Heights. Someone of the things I do in my classroom include crafts and reading. I am an athlete and super energetic and love to get involved when I babysit and play...
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Tierney R.

Part-Time Caregiver/Mother's Helper Available For The Summer

Township of Washington, NJ

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
I have always had an affinity for childcare and have cared for a number of children in the past. I have cared for children ranging from ages 4 months to 13 years. I have worked as a babysitter and while doing so was responsible for things such as meal preparation, feeding, changing diapers, changing clothes, bathing, carpooling,...
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Paula L.

New Milford, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
Hi. I'm Paula! I have been babysitting for over 25 years and have a passion for working with children. I enjoy teaching children. I have been a volunteer religious education teacher. I have taught frist grade and also sixth grade. I am available for weekends. I enjoy engaging children in creative activities, reading, and...
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Daniela G.

Carefully And Patience

Maywood, NJ

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Good afternoon I'm Daniela and I would love to help you. I had previous experience with kids from 1-year-old to 16 years old. I love to cook, help with light housekeeping, and do different activities with the kids, such as playing, doing homework, going to the park, painting, reading, and teaching different things. I'm...
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Kyla D.

Experienced And Reliable Babysitter With 10+ Years Of Experience

Bergenfield, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hi, I'm Kyla! I have over 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to school-aged kids. I've worked as a babysitter, nanny, and daycare teacher, so I'm comfortable with pretty much anything when it comes to childcare. I'm CPR-certified and take pride in being patient, creative, and responsible....
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Stephanie P.

Hi Families! I'm A K Teacher & My Passion Is Working With Kids & Building Them Up For The Future.

Hackensack, NJ

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$15/hr
7 years experience
I like working with kids because I like to be able to watch them grow and help develop them early on so when they are older they can become independent and successful. In my spare time, I like to read, walk in the park, watch movies, go to dinner, cook different meals, learning about new things and doing self care. One thing...
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Llarsania G.

Wallington, NJ

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
Hello! My name is Llarsania, and I'm a passionate and reliable babysitter with a diverse cultural background. Born and raised in the U. S. with Dominican and Puerto Rican roots, I bring warmth, creativity, and a global perspective to my babysitting work. Recently I worked as an Assistant English Teacher in Spain and am...
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Susan M.

Raised In A Large Family Took And Care Of Siblings

Mahwah, NJ

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$17/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have 8 years of experience. . I am about to be a Junior in College. I have watched children including my siblings and neighbors for 6 or more years. I can cook and clean, take kids on walks, and provide activities for them. I have watched children on the spectrum and took care of them. I have watched infants, toddlers, grade...
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Julia G.

Literacy Specialist & Elementary Reading/Math Tutor

Wayne, NJ

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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
Hello parents and students! I am a current elementary school teacher who has literacy specialist masters degree from Montclair State University. I am a passionate educator who strives to develop a love for learning and a love for reading within her students. I work with your child to identify specific areas of difficulty in...
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Kira A.

Enthusiastic Babysitter

Clifton, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
My name is Kira. I am 18 and I've accumulated hundreds of hours watching, reading to, tutoring, and caring for children 3-12 and some special needs children. I do especially well with autistic children or children with Aspergers. I've helped with birthday parties and am talented in keeping children entertained. I love what I do...
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Makel B.

Clifton, NJ

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$16/hr
1 year experience
I have over 5 years of experience in tutoring. I can help with anything including childcare, simple errands, cooking, cleaning, etc.
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Damaris B.

Hi, My Name Is Damaris. Experience From Changing Diapers To Helping Older Kids With Their Homework.

Paterson, NJ

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$20/hr
5 years experience
I'd describe my personality as kind, responsible, and loving. I like working with kids because they're fun to be around. Being apart of their experience and them actually liking you, is a special moment. I'm looking for a job that values me. And has a safe environment. I started working with kids when I was 15 years old. It...
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Melissa M.

Tutor

Westwood, NJ

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$40/hr
3 years experience
I am currently a middle school language arts teacher for students with emotional disabilities and autism. I have taught in this school for 3 years now. My first year I taught 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade all subjects, my second year I taught 4th, 5th and 6th grade all subjects, and I am currently teaching 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th grade...
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Theron P.

Paterson, NJ

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$23/hr
2 years experience
Hi there I'm Theron I am 24 years old and a college graduate. I am a passionate and caring babysitter ready to bring a fun, safe, and loving environment to your little ones. With 2 years of experience, I specialize in creating imaginative playtime, teaching new skills, and making sure every child feels heard and valued. Whether...
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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated reading tutors is 5.0

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Ridgewood, NJ

Hiring a local reading tutor in Ridgewood, NJ on Care.com will cost an average of $20.00 per hour as of June 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 2 reading tutors in Ridgewood, NJ. You can search for candidates by their distance from Ridgewood 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 Ridgewood 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 Ridgewood 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 Ridgewood, 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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