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Find after school babysitters in Mechanicville, NY that you’ll love
60 after school babysitters are listed in Mechanicville, NY
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 7 years
After school babysitters in Mechanicville, NY
Arianna N.
Mechanicville, NY
$16-17/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a college student studying medicine with a background in childcare.
I have had CPR training with American Red Cross, up to date TB shot, and fingerprint screening with the NYS childcare database. Some of my experience with childcare include hands on with my younger siblings, daycare settings, as well as in home childcare...
Skills:
CPR
Taylor G.
Mechanicville, NY
$22/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Taylor and I am 24 years old and currently attending Russell Sage College. I recently changed my major to physical education. I have about 8 years of experience working with children of all ages. I have worked at a summer camp as a counselor with grades 1-3 for multiple years and have years of experience babysitting....
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance
5.0
"Taylor has babysit weekly for our family for the past year and a half-we L.O.V.E. her! Taylor is so great at finding the balance between my two children (9 and 5), meeting their needs, doing fun activities with them (they are OBSESSED with her bracelet supplies!)...
Christine T.
Lily B.
Mechanicville, NY
$16/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi Im Lily! I have over 4 years of childcare experience with children ages 5m - 10yrs. I have worked at different preschools, daycares, after school care, private babysitting, and special education programs. I believe in play based learning, spending time outside and love crafts! Im also extremely comfortable with pets! (My...
Lily can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a full time college student looking to help families where they need it. I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Grocery Shopping, and Homework. I am highly creative, I love to paint and draw. I can play several instruments including the guitar. I have minimal French and am currently learning ASL...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
I am a returning full-time college student, attending Russell Sage to pursue my Physical Education degree, starting at the end of August. I am hoping to find a position that is flexible with my class schedule; ideally, after school care, so I am able to potentially have a serving job in the evenings. I have experience...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Val was great with my twins! They looked forward to seeing her and they never really gave me a problem when I left them with her. She was always on time and flexible with her hours. We were sad to lose her because we were really growing close with her. "
Lisa F.
5.0
(2)
Hi my name is bebi, im an experienced nanny for over 3 years. I've worked with kids all ages, helped with meal prep, organizing play dates, light house keeping, laundry, reading books, taking them to parks, play dates etc. I have great references and well experienced. Feel free to contact me at anytime for more information thank...
Bebi can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Bebi is very dedicated to her work and was a great help to me and my family. She always came to work with a positive attitude and ready to do Whatever needs to be done."
Anna K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Recently moved to the Ballston Lake area where I am currently looking for any babysitting/nanny jobs! I have many years of experience working with kids in day camps and babysitting/nannying. I love working with children of all ages and creating a fun, healthy environment for them!
Mikaela can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Mahnoor A.
Clifton Park, NY
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.8
(24)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
Hello Childcare Seekers!
I'm a very reliable honest caring babysitter who has a passion for childcare. I reside in Clifton Park NY. I am CPR, First Aid and AED certified. I have experience with infants, toddlers and preschoolers. I love being around kids, helping them learn, spend quality time with them, playing(outdoor/indoor...
Mahnoor can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mahnoor (Maha) is an exceptional, caring sitter that my daughter loves going to! She is extremely responsive, responsible, and a great communicator. Always sends pictures and updates. My daughter always comes back happy, clean, fed, and very obviously well-cared...
Norain S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My childcare experience consists of full time nannying for a few different families. I have cared for a baby girl part time, special needs children at a local school full time, a disabled 3-year-old boy part time, as well as a family with three children all under the age of two including a set of twins full time. My duties have...
Jenna can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Jenna has been one of the best decisions we have made for our family. We now consider her a part of our family. There is an obvious love between her and our now 1 year old baby girl.They had an instant connection which made my transition to having to go back to...
Marijo N.
Aubrey N.
Clifton Park, NY
$22/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Aubrey!
I'm 23 and I just graduated with my bachelors in human development and family studies. I love kids and I've had the opportunity to gain knowledge and experience through babysitting and working at a daycare. I started working as a "mother's helper" at the age of 13 and that progressed into babysitting on a...
Aubrey can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We absolutely loved having Aubrey! She took care of our son for a few weeks before she went back to college. She is very punctual, flexible and dependable. You can tell that childcare and development is her passion! She was so patient and kind with my son. I would...
Jaleen C.
Hi everyone,
My name is Kylie, I have worked in a childcare setting for 3 years. Both an after school and camp counselor setting and a daycare setting. Along with baby sitting for family members and having my own child. I am expecting a new arrival this September but I would love to be able to help families out with a sitter...
Kylie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Mckenna C.
Saratoga Springs, NY
$20-40/hr • 4 yrs exp
My name is McKenna , and I moved to the Saratoga area a little over a year ago. I work in one of the Ballston Spa Elementary Schools as a Special Education Aide. I've worked with students with a variety of different abilities, strengths, and weaknesses. From special needs to trauma and behaviors, I can adapt to each child I work...
Mckenna can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hi! My name is Elisabeth and I would love to be your new after-school sitter this school year! I recently graduated with a Bachelor of Science at Skidmore College and will spend my days as a substitute in a local elementary school but I have much more to offer families. I have a car and would be willing and able to transport...
Elisabeth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Stephanie W.
Saratoga Springs, NY
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I graduated from Franciscan University of Steubenville with an associates degree in Early Childhood and a BA in Elementary Education. After college I worked part time substitute teaching in various elementary schools in the area. I later took on a full time position at Pal's Daycare Center in Clifton Park. At Pal's I took care...
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Lynn B.
Ballston Spa, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring and responsible nanny looking for part time work for September, after school care. I am a retired teacher who can help with homework and assist with meal prep. Safe and reliable driver. Willing to drive to after school activities. Willing to run errands and stay late if needed.
Lynn can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling
I'm currently a student for agricultural business previously a psychology student. I have my own farm that includes cows, mini donkeys, goats and chickens. I'm looking to help with weekdays for after school care!
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Deasia T.
Saratoga Springs, NY
$23/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi My name is Deasia. I love working with children, as this is my passion. I have an Associates degree in Teacher Education & Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education. I have tons of experience in daycare programs, after schools, babysitting family members, etc. I am also a licensed driver & CPR/first aid certified. I am...
Deasia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is a wonderful babysitter. My daughter gravitated toward her right away. She has a calming aura about her. I get updates throughout the night. She went above and beyond to make sure my toddler is well taken care. I will be a pleasure to have her as our...
Care member
Faith T.
Ballston Spa, NY
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a high school graduate trying to figure out what I want to do for a career. I'm not a experienced payed babysitter but I do have a lot experience with kids (9 years) I took care of my nieces and nephews from when they were new borns tell about 12-13 years old I love going out and doing activities with kids I also have...
Faith can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
I have over a decade of experience caring for children, starting at the age of 13 when I began babysitting and taking care of my nieces and nephews. As a mother of one myself, I understand the importance of creating a loving, safe, and structured environment for children. I am CPR and First Aid certified, ensuring the safety and...
Haley can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Lucy L.
Waterford, NY
$18-23/hr
Hi! I'm Lucy, I am currently a senior in high school, age 18 years old and looking to help out as a sitter! I have a had a lot of experience with children from working in the dance studio I danced in and also working at an after school daycare. I would love to help out!!
Lucy can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Mechanicville, NY
Taylor G.
5.0
Taylor has babysit weekly for our family for the past year and a half-we L.O.V.E. her! Taylor is so great at finding the balance between my two children (9 and 5), meeting their needs, doing fun activities with them (they are OBSESSED with her bracelet supplies!) and following our expectations. She...
- Christine T.
Valene K.
5.0
Val was great with my twins! They looked forward to seeing her and they never really gave me a problem when I left them with her. She was always on time and flexible with her hours. We were sad to lose her because we were really growing close with her.
- Lisa F.
Bebi C.
5.0
Bebi is very dedicated to her work and was a great help to me and my family. She always came to work with a positive attitude and ready to do Whatever needs to be done.
- Anna K.
Mahnoor A.
5.0
Mahnoor (Maha) is an exceptional, caring sitter that my daughter loves going to! She is extremely responsive, responsible, and a great communicator. Always sends pictures and updates. My daughter always comes back happy, clean, fed, and very obviously well-cared for. I definitely recommend Maha to...
- Norain S.
Jenna B.
5.0
Jenna has been one of the best decisions we have made for our family. We now consider her a part of our family. There is an obvious love between her and our now 1 year old baby girl.They had an instant connection which made my transition to having to go back to work so much easier. Jenna started...
- Marijo N.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Mechanicville, NY
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Mechanicville, NY?
You can review 3 after school babysitter profiles near you in Mechanicville, 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 Mechanicville, NY?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Mechanicville, NY is $18.00. 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 Mechanicville, 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 Mechanicville, NY on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Mechanicville, 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 Mechanicville, NY can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Mechanicville, NY?
We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Mechanicville, NY.