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60 babysitters are listed in Amawalk, NY
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Amawalk, NY
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Wendy. I'm CPR certified, EMT trained. I grew up working in my mother's in-home daycare until she retired Fall 2019. I've worked for about 20 families, and still work for some on an occasional basis. I've cared for children from newborn to 12yrs old. I've done a lot of volunteer work with children including...
Wendy can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Wendy has been babysitting my children for 2 years now. She is great with all ages. Date nights, early dismissal from school, or whenever else is needed. My 8 year old and 2 year old can't wait for when Wendy comes to babysit. They like to push me out the...
Abby A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience as a childcare provider being a mom of 3. I also cared for my two nieces through middle school. A little bit about me: I am a lifelong resident of Mahopac (with the exception of a few years for college, etc.) I have a 27-year-old son and 20-year-old boy/girl twins. I have been a SAHM for 25 years. Being a SAHM...
Debra can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Debra has been a godsend this summer! She has been taking care of my 3 year old and 3 month old so I can attest to the fact that she is very caring and attentive for both age groups. I never have to worry that she has things covered- everything from bottle feeding,...
Laurel K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Christina. I am 22 years old with my associates degree in paralegal studies! I currently live in Mahopac and I have been working with children since I was 13. I have also worked as a pre-school teacher for almost a year as well as an after school program! I have a valid drivers license with a reliable car...
Christina can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"A very sweet, caring, and flexible young woman"
Renee F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 3 years of babysitting experience with kids ranging from newborns - 10 years old. Graduated from the University at Albany with a bachelor's in Human Development and a minor in social work. Looking to work for a nice family in need of extra hands to lovingly care for their little ones. I can help with Light Housekeeping...
Kassandra can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kassandra is wonderful. My two boys (7 & 3) were instantly enraptured with her and she was thoughtful, caring, inspiring and supportive as a caregiver. She's super sharp and I will definitely hire her again and can recommend her wholeheartedly."
Kevin M.
Ally M.
Cortlandt Manor, NY
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter And College Graduate Available On Some Weeknights & Weekends.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Ally! I have 8 years babysitting children ages newborn - 6 years old and tutoring students ages 12-18 years old. I am a college graduate from Hunter College; I majored in Italian Language and Civilization with a minor in adolescent education grades 6-12. I aspire to become a professor in the future. Additionally, in...
Ally can also help with: Meal prep
5.0
"Ally has become part of our family. Our (11 month old) daughter absolutely loves her and smiles when she walks in the door. She is great with kids in general and is extremely engaging. When our daughter went through a sleep regression, she was able to get her to...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I graduated from New York University last year and I am currently working as an Elementary School Social Worker.
I have 10 years of child care experience; infants, toddlers, grade school, twins, and children with special needs.
I have extensive experience working with early intervention ages and grade school ages on social...
Stephanie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Stephanie is responsible, caring, hard working and reliable. She is a safe driver. Overall, I highly recommend Stephanie as a babysitter."
Leslie H.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Christine and I am currently in the process of getting my bachelor's in nursing at Manhattanville college and looking for some part-time work in between my schedule. I am in the process of becoming an RN, with hopes of going into pediatric care in the future. I have an extensive amount of experience with child...
Christine can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Christine helped take care of my 2 kids while my husband and I went to dinner. They absolutely loved her. She played games, baked and helped them with homework. She is a phenomenal babysitter!!"
Susan H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lily. I'm a freshman at the University of Maryland and am looking for a summer babysitting job!
I'd describe myself as responsible and caring. I love spending time with kids, making them happy and having fun.
I am fully vaccinated and I have my own car.
I hope to hear from you!!!
Lily can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"Lily is reliable and punctual. She did the morning drop off for my daughter for 2 weeks (she helped cover the gap when the regular sitter left unexpectedly). She was also able to accommodate us and drive my son to his school at a day's notice. She is honest and...
Maria I.
Debra C.
Ossining, NY
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Looking for a caring and experienced caregiver? Look no further!
I've spent over 15 years nurturing and enriching the lives of children aged newborn to 14. My journey began as a nanny, where I fostered trusting relationships with over 20 families. I'm passionate about child development and hold certifications in CPR, First Aid,...
Debra can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My sons, 4 and 2, always have such an amazing and fun time with Debra. She is always on time and we trust her so much. She also taught my kids how to swim which is a bonus and she has all her certifications for CPR, first aid, water safety instructor &...
Teresa G.
Gabrielle M.
Mount Kisco, NY
$27-29/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Gabrielle. I am 27 years old and I'm from Brazil. I have a degree in Business Administration in Brazil and on the weekends I taught math classes for 1st and 2nd grade. I have taken care of children since I was 16 years old and have 2 and a half years of experience in the US as an Au Pair and 4 years as a nanny...
Gabrielle can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gabi is a dream to work with. She is great to communicate with, a real professional with children and really loves what she does. She has looked after our 2 year old since she was about 9 months old and was great at developing a relationship with her from the...
Sylvia L.
Annly M.
Peekskill, NY
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
3.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am grateful for the opportunity to help and contribute to the care of your children, it is an acquired commitment and a great responsibility. Cooperate if necessary with everything inherent in the preparation of meals, snacks, support with school activities and extra curricular of children, household chores, light cleaning,...
Annly can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
5.0
"We interviewed Annly and she was great!"
Yumairy B.
Rachel B.
Mount Kisco, NY
$49/hr • 8 yrs exp
Part Time Caregiver For Children And Animals - Light House Work
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I monitor and participate in children's play activities. I read to children and assist in preparing and serving meals and bath time. I do light house work such dishes, laundry. I am also a animal lover.
Rachel can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"We had the pleasure of having Rachel work with our family for a brief time when we were in desperate need of help and she was fantastic! Very reliable, professional, our kids loved her, and we were so thankful she was able to care for our children."
Amy W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I started working caring for children at a local family daycare as an assistant provider about 9 years ago. After the second year, the daycare closed and I decided to open my own daycare. One of my goals was to teach the kids Spanish as a second language, that was my biggest accomplishment. Also, I worked on my program with a...
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Grace is incredibly easy to work with and wonderful with children. We were a hot mess when she started with us. Grace came in and just started taking care of the baby, worked and talked with me about my concerns and fears and helped us get a routine going. The...
Leilani D.
Kristen L.
Peekskill, NY
$20-21/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
I'm a caring and experienced childcare provider with a deep passion for nurturing children's growth and development. With over 15 years of experience, I'm skilled at creating a safe, stimulating environment where children thrive. I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules and ensuring the well-being of the children in my...
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kristen is a very loving and compassionate person also excellent skills at preparing learning and fun activities for children....very organized and articulate in the way the children's days are planned..."
Care member
5.0
(3)
I'm Alexandra, an undergraduate student at St. Joseph's University in Philly, hoping to work around Westchester NY during breaks. I'm flexible and able to work with you to maneuver any potential schedule changes, so please do not hesitate to reach out! I'm also comfortable with overnight stays, house-sitting, and pet care.
I...
Alexandra can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alex is mature, intelligent, and kind! She has a genuine love for children and pets!"
Christine C.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting / nanny for many years for children of all different ages, ranging from newborn to 17. I was a varsity cheerleading high school coach for 5 years. I'm very responsible and reliable. I have my own car and a clean license. I can also provide excellent references! My schedule is very flexible.
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Emily H.
Millwood, NY
$25/hr • 13 yrs exp
PT Early Education Student Looking For Part Or Full Time Babysitting Job
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Pleasantville based nanny and teaching artist. I have a plethora of child care and education experience, including being a full time nanny, working as a preschool teacher in the Montessori environment, and teaching and directing youth theatre. I have over a decade of babysitting and nannying experience with children ages...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is that kind of sitter who gets down on the floor to play. She is innovative and playful and works well with different ages. She watches my 6yr old and has since he was born. She is trustworthy and responsible. She has helped nurture my son and will continue to...
Stephanie C.
Caitlin W.
Cortlandt Manor, NY
$28/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Caitlin, I'm a former graduate and have some extra time on my hands. Learning from both perspectives, I went from being a camper to a camp counselor over the past summers. Building on my skills of supervision, time management and creative play. For as long as I known, watching over children has been a normal for...
Caitlin can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Caitlin was such a great babysitter! She watched my two boys 5 and under and they love her! We can not wait for her to come back from college so we can see her again!"
Lina M.
Lidia O.
Cortlandt Manor, NY
$15-20/hr
5.0
(1)
Hello there!
I am 24 years old and have a Bachelors degree in Psychology.
As of September 2023, I will be attending Graduate school for Social Services.
I have worked as a Behavioral Specialist in a therapeutic Foster Care agency for 1 year.
My role involved helping fostered children/youth to improve behavioral concerns. I...
Lidia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
5.0
(1)
Hello families, my name is Valeria. I am 23 years old. I went to Marist College and got my degree in psychology and will continue my education in school psychology. I have worked with children my whole life. My mom was a nanny when I was younger and I would always go with her on weekends. I have worked at camps since I was 14...
Valeria can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Valeria is very responsible and caring with kids. She worked very well with our family. She does a great job of finding fun activities for the kids to do and Is completely focused while watching them. I highly recommend her."
Lori C.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Amawalk, NY
Wendy W.
5.0
Wendy has been babysitting my children for 2 years now. She is great with all ages. Date nights, early dismissal from school, or whenever else is needed. My 8 year old and 2 year old can't wait for when Wendy comes to babysit. They like to push me out the door. Wendy is very dependable, prompt...
- Abby A.
Debra D.
5.0
Debra has been a godsend this summer! She has been taking care of my 3 year old and 3 month old so I can attest to the fact that she is very caring and attentive for both age groups. I never have to worry that she has things covered- everything from bottle feeding, preparing snacks, keeping the...
- Laurel K.
Christina G.
5.0
A very sweet, caring, and flexible young woman
- Renee F.
Kassandra R.
5.0
Kassandra responded promptly and was kind and engaging with our two small kids. I would happily rehire and would recommend to anyone!
- Kristin S.
Ally M.
5.0
Ally has become part of our family. Our (11 month old) daughter absolutely loves her and smiles when she walks in the door. She is great with kids in general and is extremely engaging. When our daughter went through a sleep regression, she was able to get her to take naps. They are always doing some...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Amawalk, NY:
How can I find a Amawalk babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Amawalk, 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 3 babysitters in Amawalk, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Amawalk, NY?
The average rate for Amawalk, NY babysitters on Care.com is $21.00 per hour as of January 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 Amawalk, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Amawalk, 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.