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128 babysitters are listed in Albany, NY
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Albany, NY
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Educated, healthcare experienced mom of 3 (age 40s) hoping to help care for children and your home. I am a happily married, energetic mom of 3 successful, kind and independent teens. Hoping to provide regular part-time care weekday after school or weekends part time. If you are looking for extra hands, driving and TLC as a...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Liberty P.
Albany, NY
$18-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Liberty. I like working with kids because it is so rewarding to watch them grow and learn. Kids often have a bright outlook on life which makes them so enjoyable to be around. I've worked with three families for several years and it brought me so much joy being part of the upbringing of those children. We played...
Liberty can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Hello, I'm Ty M. I'm a fun, caring and active individual who loves working with children of all ages. I have worked with a lot of children, especially in the education field. I currently am a sophomore at The College of Saint Rose and on the men's soccer team. When I'm home from school I work as a substitute teacher. I love...
I have a lot of experience working with children of all different ages. I have taught swim lessons since 2008 to babies and small children up to ages 9 or 10. I have volunteered in after-school programs tutoring children in elementary and high schools in New Jersey. This past year I have been working as a teacher's assistant in...
Holly can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
About me: I am a mother of 4. My goal is to provide the type of my care that I would want for my loved ones. I enjoy arts and crafts, reading, music, movies, swimming and outdoor activities. I have personal experience with those with Autism, PDD NOS, speech delay, sensory processing disorder, physical limitations and dementia.
Kara can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Christie B.
Albany, NY
$20-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing childcare provider with six years of experience. I've always loved kids and I enjoy teaching them and helping them explore the world around them! I would say I'm happy and very funny! I love to try new things and create things with different materials. I'm friendly and I love showing kindness and encouraging it...
Hi! I am extremely passionate about children. I have worked at a summer camp in 2013 as a counselor, I was in charge of about 10 children in my group of children who were 3-6 years old. I have interned at a preschool head start for a semester, and an after school program of children between the age of 6-12. I have worked at a...
Arooba can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Catherine N.
Albany, NY
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
I'm a mom to 2 wonderful kids. I have 9 years of experience taking care of kids. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation and laundry.
Catherine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Albany, NY:
How can I find a Albany babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Albany, 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 128 babysitters in Albany, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 Albany, NY?
The average rate for Albany, NY babysitters on Care.com is $18.39 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 Albany, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Albany, 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.
Ratings for Albany, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Albany, NY are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews of the 128 listed babysitters.