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After school babysitters in Island Park, NY
Stephanie B.
Island Park, NY
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am outgoing, passionate, I have great work ethic, and I love people (especially kids)! I have lots of experience with kids, including babysitting for friends, family, and coworkers.
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Kathleen I have many years of experience with many families mostly in the Rockville centre area. Have very good references love children and pets would love to talk with you !
Kathleen can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
4.2
(6)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Errands. I help with child school work during and after school hours. I also help with chores around the house & importantly keeping your child healthy happy and safe
Lashelle can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
4.0
"She was really nice and great with my two boys. Very polite and took directions well. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
I' am a first Born daughter in my family, at young age I realize that I adore taking care of my younger siblings. Upon graduating high school I volunteered at the Red Cross. While volunteering at the Red Cross I also started to work at a day care center with children who were anywhere from 6 months old to 10 years old. I was Au...
Esmilce can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Ellie was trustworthy and amazing with kids. Always on time and went above and beyond. Truly loved the kids and they loved her. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have extensive experience caring for newborn babies and children of all ages. I strive to keep them engaged, safe, and happy. I am happy to help with homework and projects. I feel comfortable driving (picking the children up from school, taking them to after-school activities, etc). Preparation of lunches and after-school...
Lisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Lisa has been with my family for almost 3 years, since my son has been 1 (he's 3 now) and since my daughter has been born (she's 2 now). Lisa is reliable, dependable, and very flexible. She's very easy to work with! She's very hands-on with the kids, interacts...
Kristen P.
Ilana N.
Merrick, NY
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
I am personable, caring, and honest baby sitter. I can help with Light Housekeeping , errands, basic meal prep, and some homework.
Ilana can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Ilana has been super helpful and dependable! My kids and dogs love her! Definitely recommend"
Trude L.
5.0
(4)
I have 3 years of experience since 2019. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am currently a studying.
Mariana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Mariana is absolutely amazing she took excellent care of our toddler she kept her entertainment all day and she knew exactly what to do."
Ari P.
Sarah C.
Wantagh, NY
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have a passion for people and I love working with children. I have been babysitting my whole life, whether it be for a church event or babysitting my cousins and neighbors. In the past I have cared for infants/newborn baby's. I also have experience working in a school environment. I am a former employee of the South Shore...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Ishawrah J.
Cambria Heights, NY
$15-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hello there! Am a loving and energetic baby sitter. Am honest, jovial and punctual. I started babysitting 9 years ago. Worked with newborns, infants, toddlers and teenagers. The last family I worked for I did 5 years with them however they moved back to their home land. I have an 8yrs old daughter and I live in Queens. I have...
Ishawrah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Ishawrah has a very good rapport with my daughter and my daughter loved her and still misses her!"
Adel G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm currently a graduate student at St John's University studying clinical mental health counseling. I worked as an assistant director and preschool teacher and am looking for new opportunities this summer to give back and support my community!
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Stephanie (Funmi) has been such a wonderful help with my newborn and toddler. She is so caring and patient, even when the newborn is being extra fussy! My toddler is very shy with people, even with people she's known her whole life, but has really warmed up to...
Michelle G.
5.0
(1)
31-year-old female with 10+ years of child care experience. I have cared for children ages newborn- 11 years old. I have early experience as a camp counselor/chaperone and more recently as a nanny and preschool teacher. I was most recently employed as a nanny for 3 children ages 8, 9 & 11 and worked with this family for 7 years....
Casheica can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Casheica has been a family friend and babysitter for 3+ years. She's engaging with the kids and easy to get along with. She's helpful around the house and a loving addition to the family."
Marissa Z.
Shannon D.
Freeport, NY
$17-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am the eldest of three siblings and have been babysitting for as long as I can remember. I have taken care of kids ranging from 1-14. I am currently studying at SUNY Old Westbury as an early childhood education major as well as special education. I have a passion for teaching children. I have a truck and most certainly do not...
Shannon can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Shannon is truly amazing. She is responsible, timely and has built a great relationship with our 22 month old. He absolutely loves her. We are so lucky to have found her."
Giovanna C.
Alexandra O.
Rockville Centre, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
I am a Speech Language Pathologist in an educationally based setting. While growing up, I've had many jobs, which required caring for children. These jobs included being a counselor at both sleep away and day camp and babysitting for multiple families with children of all ages (2 years up through Elementary school). Throughout...
Alexandra can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Alexandra was a great babysitter! She handled my new energetic boys with ease. Would definitely hire her again and cannot recommend her enough to anyone looking for childcare!"
Lisanne C.
5.0
(2)
I have been working with children since I was a preteen. From there I went on to work for a day care full time. I started caring for a 3-year-old boy after my full time job M-T and his newborn sister. I worked for them for 5 years till they moved to France. After that I worked in a Dr. office for many years Till 2011 when I...
Christina can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"She was the Nanny for our 2 children for over 3 years. We'll all miss her! "
Sarah L.
Mary K.
Franklin Square, NY
$18-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm Mary And I Am Currently Attending College To Obtain My Degree In Child Psychology.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as calm, caring and understanding
I like working with kids because they give you a new perspective on life
I'm looking for a job that will give me experience in my future in child psychology
I started working with kids when I was in high school as a baby sitter and watching my cousins children...
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"Mary K was very attentive and caring with our 2 and 5 year old children our kids said they had a great time playing games and building legos with Mary K
we will definitely hire Mary K again"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have years of experience working with, caring for, and supervising children and young adults. I have two degrees (B. S in Criminal Justice and M. A in International Crime and Justice) and an Advanced Certificate (Terrorism Studies).
The bulk of my work experience with children comes from my previous job at New York Edge - the...
Quiana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Quiana was extremely reliable and dependable. She had great communication too."
Ginny M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am Sophia. I have been a nanny for 6 years+. I have worked with a wide range of kids. I have also done tutoring for the kids I watch. My daily activities included, cleaning, cooking, driving, and education.
Sophia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Sophia is an absolutely amazing babysitter! She is responsible, mature, super friendly and punctual. She had incredible references and made my entire family feel right at home when we met her. She also made me feel so comfortable with leaving our children for a...
Kristin S.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I have been a Teacher for the past 11 years and a Tutor for the past 13 years. In addition to this, I have been a: Mother's Helper, Babysitter, Camp Counselor, Teacher, After School Program Assistant Teacher, After School Program Teacher and super-involved Aunt of 5 young children. I am: caring, creative, detail-oriented,...
Allison can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Cassandra L.
Valley Stream, NY
$20/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
, I'm 28 years old, I have my BA in Spanish and my masters in Childhood Education and I'm NYS certified to teach Birth-6. I have been babysitting since I was 12 and currently am looking for a part time, morning and/or after school gig helping get kids to or from school/daycare. I have worked extensively with children, ages...
Cassandra can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We interviewed Cassie as a part-time nanny for our 1.5 yo son. As soon as she entered the house, she made herself comfortable on the floor to engage with him (which is the real test for any in-person interview for childcare needs). Cassie is super responsible and...
Robyn G.
Marleny P.
Cedarhurst, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Energetic devoted with 10years experience in childcare. Provide affectionate care while making sure to meet educational goals for each child. Practice the most accurate guidelines that promote positive behavior patterns.
punctual, prompt, very reliable, and safety conscious. experience with infants and toddlers and understands...
Marleny can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Marleny was wonderful to work with. She is caring and thoughtful, she went over and beyond to make our kids comfortable. She paid attention to detail and quickly adapted to our routine. She also readily took initiatives when necessary and my twin boys loved her. I...
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Island Park, NY
Lashelle M.
4.0
She was really nice and great with my two boys. Very polite and took directions well.
- Care member
Esmilce V.
5.0
Ellie was trustworthy and amazing with kids. Always on time and went above and beyond. Truly loved the kids and they loved her.
- Care member
Lisa D.
5.0
Lisa has been with my family for almost 3 years, since my son has been 1 (he's 3 now) and since my daughter has been born (she's 2 now). Lisa is reliable, dependable, and very flexible. She's very easy to work with! She's very hands-on with the kids, interacts with them well, and teaches them....
- Kristen P.
Ilana N.
5.0
Ilana is very warm and kind! Would definitely recommend and would hire again.
- Megan S.
Mariana T.
5.0
Mariana is absolutely amazing she took excellent care of our toddler she kept her entertainment all day and she knew exactly what to do.
- Ari P.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Island Park, NY
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Island Park, NY?
You can review 2 after school babysitter profiles near you in Island Park, NY to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Island Park, NY?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Island Park, NY is $17.50. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Island Park, NY?
If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Island Park, NY on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Island Park, NY to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Island Park, NY can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Island Park, NY?
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