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5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Merrick! I started doing small babysitting jobs when I was 13 and since then have worked for 5 families as a serious nanny which has been on and off since 2020 according to the families needs. Each family I have worked with has at least 2 or more kids. I've also worked with special ed kids as well! Right now I am...
Merrick can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Merrick is punctual, responsible and my boys have a lot of fun when she babysits."
Bethany W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been taking care of other individuals for most of my work life. I started out as a teachers aide taking care of children 5-10 years old for a year. Now, I take care of adults with disabilities. My current job is being a supervisor for my current group home so I have an idea of how a home is run. I learned how to cook,...
Argenis can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Argenis was very good with my little ones. He followed the routine and they had fun with him! "
Delia D.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 8 years of prof. nanny experience. I have nannied all ages, from newborns to young teens. My passion for arts and crafts has allowed me to create countless fun and educational activities that spark creativity and engagement in children. I pride myself on my dependability and flexibility, with an open schedule that allows...
Jacquelene can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I hired Jacqlene to work as a nanny for our daughter almost three years ago. Jacqlene has been a reliable, fun, loving, and hard-working full-time nanny for our girl since she was just an infant. She has literally seen our three-year-old daughter grow up and has...
Adwaa A.
4.8
(6)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I've taught reading, math, and art the last 10 years. I work with kids ages 2-6 but also experience with infants and middle schoolers. I am filled up Monday-Friday 10-4 p.m. I'm available evening or weekends or holidays when schools are closed. Start at 26/hr. I also provide behavior help.
My focus is humor, positivity,...
Whitney can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I hired Whitney M. in November 2013. Like others on this site,Whitney has a graduate degree in Education and a lot of babysitting experience, but was looking for part-time work with children which she could do along with school. As a result, she was hugely...
Pete V.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation, and I love working with kids. I have previously run my own girl scout troop and continue to look for a way to help my community.
Ryenn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ryenne was fantastic! She was punctual with all communications and super-responsible, arriving early. My daughter had a really nice time with her!"
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a fun-loving babysitter. I simply enjoy spending time with children. I pride myself on being able to play and act goofy with the kids, yet still have them listen and respect me. Keeping the child's well-being is something I take very seriously. I am a healthy balance of an easy going/ patient attitude, and assertive when...
Leanne can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Leanne was very easy to communicate with and on time for her interview. Ultimately we went with somebody we know, but will keep Leanne in mind for the future."
Christine P.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of experience working as a teacher aide and assistant after graduating with my Masters in School Counseling. I have been tutoring students of all ages for the last year and have accrued over 100 hours to date.
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
4.0
"I have worked with Ms. W. in the classroom at Genesee Valley educational Partnership for more than a year. I have found her to be a hardworking and capable young woman. I believe she would be an asset to your company."
Melissa P.
5.0
(3)
I am a super creative and loving person. I have worked as an artist/designer most of my life, and have always kept children around me in any way possible because I adore them. I have worked as a full time nanny many times. my style is gentle and playful and that is the energy I bring to your home. I love to play and teach them,...
5.0
"Donna is exceptionally caring and gentle with kids and pets. She's one of the best babysitters I've met."
Colleen M.
4.3
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have watched on a semi-regular basis 4 children ages 3 months, 4 years old, 6 years old, and a 10-year-old. I have also watched a 15-month-old for 9 hours at a time several times. I have also previously worked as a nanny 20 hours a week watching a 1-year-old. I have taken the American Red Cross Babysitter's Course.
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
3.0
"Lauren has always been on time and we have never had any issues with her. She is very reliable."
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Evelyn Q.
Buffalo, NY
$16-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have medical experience working with children. I am BLS and ACLS certified. I have over 4 years experience tutoring children in math, science and English. I am compassionate, attentive, dedicated and caring.
Evelyn can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Evelyn was prompt, warm, and very attentive to my son during our interview. She followed up our interview with a thoughtful email and showed initiative by looking up the answers to some questions that came up during our conversation. I needed a different...
Stephanie L.
4.5
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 19, I attend ECC for early childhood development, I was also a lead toddler teacher im the 2-3-year-old room. I love children and have been caring for them since I was 10. I am fully vaccinated. I have reliable references and am so excited to care for children again! I am also willing to discuss the statement on my profile...
Carley can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
5.0
"I liked that Carley understood my child's needs and never hesitated to ask me questions when she wasn’t sure about certain rules we had"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mature, responsible, certified elementary teacher with 21 years of teaching experience with children. I am retired now and occasionally substitute teach and babysit for families in Lockport. I have FBI clearance, recommendation letters from my last teaching position, CPR certification, and a recent occupational physical...
Claudia can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Alexa C.
Buffalo, NY
$22/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
As a caregiver with 8 years of experience, I'm passionate about helping children grow and learn. My previous babysitting roles affirmed my desire to support families and provide reliable childcare. My patient, creative, and friendly nature allows me to connect easily with children. I believe in open communication with parents...
Alexa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alexa did a fantastic job watching our 11-month old boy for 10+ hours. Would highly recommend her."
Douglas S.
5.0
(2)
Hello!!! I'm Natalie, 27 years old, and love working with kids! I previously was a preschool teacher for 2 years but have experience working in daycares for 3+ years, with plenty of nannying/babysitting experience! For the past year I've been a personal nanny for an amazing baby girl but she's growing up and it's time I start...
Natalie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Natalie has been with our family for the past year and has been incredible helping care for our daughter since she was 5 months old. She is trustworthy, thoughtful and engaging with our daughter and we value her compassion and calm nature. Our daughter loves her...
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Arlene C.
Buffalo, NY
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Recently moved from Las Vegas to Williamsville area and looking for a full time/ part time babysitting job.
Arlene can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"We hired Arlene 2 years ago to watch our newborn son and 81 year old mother that has Alzheimer's. She is the most loving, caring, and trustworthy person you will every meet. We were so lucky to have her apart of our family. We are so sad she is moving away. She...
Amanda T.
Grace M.
Buffalo, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.6
(10)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Grace, and I'm excited to connect with you! I've been working in childcare and early childhood education since 2015, and I earned my degree in early childhood and childhood education from Fredonia in 2020. For the past four years, I've been teaching Universal Pre-Kindergarten, but I made the decision to...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Grace was extremely attentive and very pleasant to work with! Flexible schedule and detail oriented. She is extremely trust worthy and all around genuine person. 10/10 recommend"
Ashley F.
4.5
(12)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for children aged 3 months to 15 years, with over 800 hours in caring for a 15 y/o with autism. I specialize in caring for multiple children at once, including morning time and bedtime routines. I value play and quality time.
Katelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Katelyn cared for my kiddos for a few months and she was great! The kids loved her and had so much fun when she was here. Katelyn was great at communicating with us ahead of time if she wasn’t able to make it and showed up on time consistently and I definitely felt...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi There! I have a variety of experience working with children of many ages. I have my Masters of Education and have worked with children in mental health and education. I have babysat children for over 15 years carrying out duties such as cooking, cleaning, and fun activities with the children.
Alexandra can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We hired Alexandra to watch our children while my husband and I went out to celebrate a friend's birthday. She arrived a few minutes early and jumped right in as soon as the kids saw her! We look forward to hiring her again!"
Jennifer S.
Rachel E.
Buffalo, NY
$27/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(13)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I would describe myself as a patient, creative and reliable nanny with 4 years of nanny experience and two years of mothers helper experience. I am state certified and CPR/First Aid certified. I am currently a tattoo apprentice so I love to add age appropriate art lessons to my child care! My hair is currently red and...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rachel is the best! My busy toddler keeps her going all day long and she keeps up right alongside her. She makes sure to double check things with me if she has any questions throughout the day and is super respectful of my preferences. "
Ashley X.
3.5
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my names Alexa and I am special education teacher. I have been babysitting for many years and have several references if needed. I have a very flexible schedule in the afternoons/evenings during the week and on the weekends. I also have my own car!
Alexa can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"I have hired Alexa on many occasions and she has always been a great help. My kids have always loved to hang out with her!"
Melissa K.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Akron, NY
Merrick T.
5.0
Merrick is great! Our boys love her and always get very excited when she comes to babysit. She's very nice and can handle the craziness well. We are very excited to have her consistently over the summer with them.
- Elicia M.
Argenis G.
5.0
Argenis was very good with my little ones. He followed the routine and they had fun with him!
- Delia D.
Jacquelene B.
5.0
I hired Jacqlene to work as a nanny for our daughter almost three years ago. Jacqlene has been a reliable, fun, loving, and hard-working full-time nanny for our girl since she was just an infant. She has literally seen our three-year-old daughter grow up and has truly become part of our family. She...
- Adwaa A.
Whitney M.
4.0
Whitney is very creative and loves kids
She comes up with different ways to keep kids busy and entertained
- Shama G.
Ryenn A.
5.0
Ryenn was very reliable. She was professional with all contact. My girls (pets) were happy and healthy when I returned. I would highly recommend her to care for your babies be them pet or human.
- Pam P.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Akron, NY:
How can I find a Akron babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Akron, NY can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 4 babysitters in Akron, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Akron, NY?
The average rate for Akron, NY babysitters on Care.com is $18.50 per hour as of March 2025. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Akron, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Akron, NY through Care.com. As of 2025, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.