Fair Haven families count on UrbanSitter for same-day emergency child care. In most areas, average response time for urgent needs is under two minutes.
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Families in Fair Haven turn to UrbanSitter for emergency and same-day babysitting.
Avg hourly rate: $25.85/hr
Every babysitter on UrbanSitter completes an annual background check, and every profile is individually reviewed by our Trust and Safety team. Learn more.
Hi I am bilingular English / Ukrainian / Russian. Watching kids of different age over 20 years . I am 47 now . Educated , Bachelor. I enjoy working with children . Live in NYC.
Hello :) I'm Em! I'm a Brooklyn-based musician born and raised in New Jersey. I'm an enthusiastic and experienced babysitter. I've been watching infants through 8 year olds since I was a teenager. I also have experience watching special needs children. I like to read, play games, do crafts, and when it's not too cold be outside! I have a license and am experienced in driving city streets if needed!
Hi Families! My name is Brianna, and I'm currently looking for a babysitting position for the summer starting June 27th. I currently work as a substitute teacher within the DOE (Clinton Hill/ Ditmas Park area) and have experience working with children ages 3-12. I previously worked with a family for a year caring for children ages 4 and 7 in the Downtown Brooklyn area. My responsibilities included after-school activities, arts & crafts, meal prep for lunch/dinner when needed, and light household tasks such as dishes. I'm available Monday through Friday. Feel free to reach out; I would love the opportunity to help support your family this summer! References available on request
“Brianna is a dream. She is a natural with children and very intuitive. She is highly educated and an excellent artist, I love that she has a creative background and is wonderful in entertaining and enriching for kids. I would recommend her to anyone bc she is relatable, kind, and chill. Love her!!!”
My name is Dirian I am 18 years I do attend college full-time, my major is Biology Health Professions, and I do wish to become a doctor someday. I have two younger siblings and a few baby cousins and a cat and dog, I have babysat plenty of times, I also took care of my grandmother for some years while she took her chemotherapies, made sure she had everything she needed, and felt taken care of. I also am Cpr, Aed, and First Aid Certified.
“Dirian was super sweet. My kids loved having her as their babysitter.”
Academic Enrichment & Homework Support Caregiver Hello! My name is Michele, and I’m a warm, responsible caregiver who enjoys supporting children and busy families. I’m a semi-retired attorney and corporate executive who has spent much of my career mentoring young people, from elementary students to college athletes. I’m also the proud parent of three young adults, so I bring both professional experience and real-life parenting perspective. I enjoy helping children learn, grow, and feel confident, and I’m happy to assist with homework, reading, creative activities, and maintaining routines. Families appreciate my calm, organized approach and the safe, supportive environment I create. Whether you need occasional childcare or after-school support, I aim to provide dependable care and a positive experience for your children. Highlights • Parent of three young adults • Experienced mentor to children and teens • Homework help and educational activities • Reliable, professional, and safety-focused
As of October 2026
All UrbanSitter babysitters are background checked every year. Profiles are individually reviewed by our Trust and Safety team.
856 sitters background checked in Fair Haven, NJ
5.0 average star rating from total of 5,046 reviews in Fair Haven, NJ
"We were incredibly grateful that Maya was able to help us out with a last-minute childcare emergency. She matched our 9-year-old's energy with arts & crafts, some quiet reading, and a walk around the neighborhood. We'd have Maya back in a heartbeat!"
Hillary S., parent
"We used Tania for a last minute emergency. She responded very quickly. My daughter seemed to enjoy herself. My son napped most of the time. I enjoyed how she kept me updated by text."
Theresa M., parent
"Hannah was awesome. Went above & beyond to help me with a last minute emergency. She was really sweet & great with my 16mo old. Highly recommend!!"
Lauren D., parent
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