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5.0
(1)
I have always cared for children, from my siblings, to neighborhood children, to helping to raise my friends children.
Tracey can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
(1)
I'm loving, caring, trustworthy, organized, punctual, responsible, good character person, a graduate from CSU with BA in Literature and Arts.
I'm a healthy person with all covid-19 vaccinations done, a non-smoking/drinking, and no other bad habits.
Since younger years I have worked and developed a strong bond with kids of...
Lilia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lilia is more than just a babysitter. She is an engaging caregiver and role model who doesn't just make sure your child is safe and fed, but also offers the child emotional warmth, and enriching experiences, via reading, helping with homework, asking...
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3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Celia, I have experience with childcare, elderly, special needs care and touring. I have a degree in Human Services and I'm fluent in Spanish. I'm responsible, reliable, patient, and knowledgeable in both care and child education. I'm caring, compassionate, and capable. In addition, I cook, clean, and organize. I...
Celia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I originally hired Celia to take my son to an after school class once a week. They hit it off and she's been such a pleasure to work with that I asked her if she would be willing to do some additional hours and my son and I were thrilled when she agreed to. A...
Jessica S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Lucy. I've been working as an NYC nanny since graduating from The Boston Conservatory in May of 2020 with a B. F. A. in Musical Theatre and a minor in Creative Writing. From February 2021 through May 2022, I was a full-time nanny, caring for their older child from the ages of 8 months to 23 months, as well as helping...
Lucy can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lucy is one of the best babysitters we have ever hired. She has taken care of our kids (currently 5 and 3) on and off for most of their lives.
She is punctual, thoughtful and fun. My kids always ask for her to babysit.
I recommend her without reservation."
Bernard B.
5.0
(1)
My name is Kathyann and I am a child-focus Nanny with more than 10 years of experience in providing care for newborns and school age children within private home setting and during travel and vacation. Highly dedicated to fostering nurturing environments and designing engaging activities to drive children social and intellectual...
Kathyann can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kathyann has been our daughters full time Nanny for over three years. She is always on time (often early), reliable, dependable and invests with love, affection and focus. She takes the time to read and play with our daughter, never turning on the TV. Prepares...
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Rosario R.
Forest Hills, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a native of El Salvador and a legal resident here in New York since 2003. In my time here I have cared for many children. In my last childcare post, I worked for 5 years with a family in New Jersey. When I started with them they had 2 children and by the time I finished I was caring for their 5 beautiful children between...
Rosario can also help with: Light cleaning, travel
5.0
"Rosario is dependable, honest and reliable, she's taken care of my son since he was an infant and is like a second mother to him."
Helena A.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Rachel, I am looking for work after recently moving to the city. I currently hold my MA in Education and BA in English.
I have been working with children in and out of a school context for the past 4 years and am comfortable with any age! I worked as a high school English teacher for three years and have...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"Rachel has regularly looked after our 2 year old son for the past 6 months and has been terrific. She is full of energy and engages our son in lots of fun activities. If I'm home, I can hear how energetic she is with him, and how delighted he is to play with her....
Sarah D.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Skylah. I am currently working as an Infant Toddler Teacher. I am attending Queens College as a double major for Early and Elementary Education & Psychology. I also have my associates degree in Childhood Education. I have 8 years of childcare experience through babysitting, summer youth programs, NYCDOE after school...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We use Skylah for date nights and just days we need extra support. She is very resourceful, educated and kind. If our kids weren't older, we would've hired her full time!"
Kevin P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Brenna. I am 25 years old and work as an esthetician in the city. I have been babysitting since I was 13. In the past, I worked for various after school programs, and in school support positions. I have experience with children of all ages and abilities, including kids with sensory issues and behavioral...
Brenna can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Brenna was our regular after school sitter for over a year, before she moved out of the Boston area. She was fantastic with my autistic son and we miss her dearly. Highly recommend!"
Angela V.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am very experienced in child care and babysitting. I have many years of experience in taking care of babies and children of all ages from newborns, toddlers, tweens, and teenagers.
I love children. I love their joy, energy, enthusiasm and fearlessness and always enjoy learning new things through their eyes.
Originally from...
Ysanne can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
5.0
"Ysanne came through for me and the family in a clutch. It was so last minute I didn't think I was going to find anyone. She mentioned that she didn't drive so that was a concern at first, but she manages her transportation situation very well. My daughter took to...
Horacio C.
Sam T.
Elmhurst, NY
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Sam, a 26-year-old graduate with my masters in special education and teaching for the visually impaired. I have 13 years of childcare experience working as an Arts & Crafts director at a summer program for blind and visually impaired kids, ages 5-15. I also spent a semester interning at a preschool where I worked with...
Sam can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sam is dependable, trustworthy, knowledgeable of children's needs and an all around good person. After a day or two of Sam and our soon-to-be 2 yr old son adjusting to one another, I was able to work from home without interruptions and be certain that our Little...
Lynette M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience caring for newborns, toddlers and children. I have cared for multiple families as well as my own two younger sisters and have experience bottle feeding, burping baby, preparing formula, diaper changing, and much more. I'm currently a college student so I would be available for part-time and/or one-time care....
Janeth can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Janeth has worked with our family for well over a year and we absolutely love her! Our 2 children 1 and 3 adore her. She is very caring, has a calm and balanced manner with the kids, wise beyond her years and very mature. She works super hard, is professional,...
Clare M.
5.0
(1)
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Grocery Shopping. I have nannied for two different families, and I have babysat for countless families since I was 12 years old. I have a degree in music and I am a huge advocate for the importance of access to creative resources for a child. I love to be active and play...
Elise can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
5.0
"I could not say enough good things about Elise! I fully trust her with my kids in every way. She is not only super close and playful with my kids, but also became a part of the family. She went above and beyond the typical babysitting responsibilities, like help...
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Meagan S.
Brooklyn, NY
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Meagan: FUNKY Artistic Babysitter *Honest, *Entertaining And *Adaptable
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Meagan and I have 15 years of childcare experience. I am a fun and loyal babysitter with an ENORMOUS love for children. Having five young nieces of my own, I'm very familiar with caring for babies and having a funky cool time with toddlers and pre-teens. You will find me to be honest and extremely trustworthy. I have...
Meagan can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Meagan babysat for us a few times over the summer! Our girls loved her and she was always punctual and reliable. We hope to use her again when she returns from school."
Eiszel L.
5.0
(3)
Hi there!
I'm a creative and warm 28-year-old currently living in Ridgewood. I grew up north of Chicago and have been living in New York for the last 5 years. I'm looking for part time babysitting work as continue to pursue freelancing in the photo industry. I studied photography at Columbia College Chicago and some of my...
Bailey can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Bailey was able to quickly build a rapport with our kid and match their energy level. Her calmness and maturity made us feel comfortable. We also appreciated her flexibility when our schedules changed last minute and she was still able to help beyond her initial...
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Marcelle G.
Elmont, NY
$25-45/hr • 20 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love children, have been a nanny for the past 15yrs to present (2022) references available upon interview.
Marcelle can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Interviewed Marcelle and she is kind, extremely qualified, and has fantastic references."
Stacey W.
5.0
(1)
I am currently a Kindergarten teacher in Flushing, NY. I have experience with children from 1 year to 13 years of age. I absolutely love what I do and always make it a goal to keep children entertained, well-fed, clean, and most importantly, safe. It is vital to create a comfortable relationship with the child and families,...
Mabel can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mabel was recommended to me through a family friend when I needed someone to watch my two year old daughter after my mother in law moved out of state. Let me start by saying she is very warm and nurturing, my daughter took to her immediately! I could tell within...
Kyara M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a creative caregiver who is CPR certified. I've worked as a baby sitter, a camp counselor, a teacher's assistant, and a day care assistant. Growing up in a huge family I've always loved children. Being the "family baby sitter" for over 13 years, and an involved aunt for more than two decades, I have experience caring for...
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I've known Danielle since January 2012. She was been employed with us as a caretaker for our two
young children for four years, until they went on to school, and then helped watch them occasionally for another three years till she moved out of the...
Angela F.
Karen V.
Elmhurst, NY
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available On Weekends, Afternoons On Weekdays And Available For This Summer
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Karen, I'm 33, I live in Elmhurst, and I'm comfortable babysitting all ages. I am a Spanish Native Speaker and I consider myself responsible, reliable, trustworthy, friendly and easy going.
I currently work in a school as an Assistant Teacher in a mixed age (3-6) Montessori classroom. I have 3 years of...
Karen can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Karen is a very warm person who has a natural affinity with children, and she's also extremely thoughtful AND punctual! We hadn't left our 15 month old daughter with many babysitters in the past and so were a little nervous at first, but from the moment she stepped...
Joel B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
I'm an experienced babysitter for 4 years now and a Figure skating teacher for +4 years, having more than 30 students in my own class and more than 100 students as a 1st assistant.
My experience goes from very young ages to teens - Infants 1y/o to +14y/o. I get along with any ages and adults as well.
CPR and First Aid...
Candela can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Candela is super sweet, good at communicating, and punctual. We will hire again!"
Lauren T.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Oakland Gardens, NY
Lilia P.
5.0
Lilia is more than just a babysitter. She is an engaging caregiver and role model who doesn't just make sure your child is safe and fed, but also offers the child emotional warmth, and enriching experiences, via reading, helping with homework, asking age-appropriate thought-developing questions,...
- Care member
Celia G.
5.0
I originally hired Celia to take my son to an after school class once a week. They hit it off and she's been such a pleasure to work with that I asked her if she would be willing to do some additional hours and my son and I were thrilled when she agreed to. A wonderful caregiver and communicator.
- Jessica S.
Lucy A.
5.0
Lucy started with us in January 2021 when our first born was 8 months old and worked for us until we moved out of the city in May 2022. Lucy was always on time and professional. She took the highest precaution with Covid concerns and was extremely communicative. Lucy worked long hours for us and...
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Kathyann E.
5.0
Kathyann has been our daughters full time Nanny for over three years. She is always on time (often early), reliable, dependable and invests with love, affection and focus. She takes the time to read and play with our daughter, never turning on the TV. Prepares healthy meals and snacks and leaves our...
- Care member
Rosario R.
5.0
Rosie was amazing with both of my children. At the time I hired her I had a 9 month old boy and she stayed with us until my 2nd was 2yo. She took such great care of them, and we still keep in touch with her to this day even though we moved. Any family would be lucky to have her. She always made...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Oakland Gardens, NY
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Oakland Gardens, NY?
You can review 4 after school babysitter profiles near you in Oakland Gardens, 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 Oakland Gardens, NY?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Oakland Gardens, NY is $21.25. 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 Oakland Gardens, 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 Oakland Gardens, NY on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Oakland Gardens, 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 Oakland Gardens, NY can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Oakland Gardens, NY?
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