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60 babysitters are listed in Amityville, NY
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Amityville, NY
I'm a passionate childcare provider with a decade of experience caring for children between the ages of one and three. My passion for children's growth and development stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles, and my desire to make a positive impact on their lives.
I believe that every child deserves a...
Evelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Leah B.
Amityville, NY
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Leah I have been a nanny/babysitter professionally for about 4 years. I've previously worked at My Gym as a teacher working with children 4months- 9 years old. I have extensive experience with infants, toddlers, and primary age children ! I have cared for children ranging from infant- 12 years old. I am passionate...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My name is Litzy! I am 19 and here to create a nurturing atmosphere where your children feel loved and supported. Your family's well-being is my top priority, and I'm committed to providing the best care I can!
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Crystal and I am 33 years old. I am a graduate of Long Island University Post Campus with my Bachelor's degree and teaching certification in Childhood Education. I have a Master's Degree and am certified in General and special Education.
I have been teaching for 10 years and have experience working with...
Crystal can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"As a single father of two young girls, finding the right babysitter was of the utmost importance to me. With a busy work schedule that keeps me out of the house more often than I'd like, I needed someone I could trust to not only care for my daughters but also...
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Gina. I'm currently a full time college student working towards my teaching degree and I have over 10 years of experience with kids. Being the oldest in my household, I grew up with three younger siblings that I always babysat for my mom and helped her take care of. I also babysit for neighborhood residents and...
Gina can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Super caring, great with kids & extremely patient! "
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Yennifer F.
Hicksville, NY
$17-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello, my name is Yennifer. I'm 23 years old. I'm from a big family, from an early age I use to take care of my younger siblings and cousins, which has made me responsible, reliable, and self sufficient. I like to play soccer, listen to music and I love animals. Spanish is my primary language. I am certified in CPR. I am also a...
Yennifer can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"She it's very patient with the kids"
Skarleth A.
Christina K.
Farmingdale, NY
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
I live in Farmingdale, but am willing to travel. 3+ years of experience caring for children of various ages and can provide references if needed! :)
Christina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
4.0
"Christina cared for my, at the time, 10-month-old daughter and she was excellent. Once I showed her our routine, she caught on right away. She helped with tasks such as diaper changes, feedings & bottle refills, bath & nap time, etc."
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am reliable, patient, energetic, and creative. I am a loving mother to a son, wife, and dog mom. I am professionally licensed teacher with 13+ years of experience ranging from Pre-Kindergarten through twelfth grade as well as newborn care.
I look forward to helping young children and adolescents develop their speech, gross...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ashley has Nannied for my toddler for 2 years and for my infant for a few months. She is really great with kids! She's very patient and Fun! And has helped my child's growth motor skills with her teaching and activities. My toddler absolutely adores her and if it...
John H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a trustworthy nanny. I have great references from 7 different families. I have been a nanny for a long time and have been a mother 1 8 years. All my previous positions will all only have the best things to say about me, thought of me as an extension of the family. I love children of all ages, liking for a long term family...
5.0
"Mara has watched my infant for the past 7+ months and we were thrilled. She came into our home and treated our baby as if she were her own. It got to the point where our baby (and our dog!) greeted her with large and loud exclamations of happiness as she walked...
Melina S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
I have been a registered nurse for two years now. Throughout nursing school, child care was my escape to spend time having fun and helping families while doing so! As a nurse, I still find myself having spare time and would
love to still help out those who need it :) Let me help you and your family with whatever needs you...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ashley has worked for us for the past few months and she has been amazing! Our daughter and dog both love spending time with her. She's reliable and we feel know they are both in good hands with her!"
Nicole K.
5.0
(2)
I'm a passionate caregiver who cares about the safety and wellbeing of all. I have worked as a child protective specialist for the administration for children services in NYC since 2019. Before that I was a teachers assistant/after supervisor of a child care facility for about 8 years. I have cared for children from 6 weeks to 5...
Jessica can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jessica is my children's teacher and day care provider for the past 4.5 years. She is always early to work and to baby sitting. I know I can always count on her when I'm stuck in a bind. I don't trust many people with my children. She is one of a very few number."
Eryn K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Dear Parents: I am a fun-loving, warm Licensed Family Daycare provider in my Bay Shore Home. Small group size lets me fill their day with painting, songs, giggles, dancing, storytelling, outdoor play! I have 28 years of experience. Serving ages 6 weeks thru age 4.
Kristine can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I am beyond thankful that I found Kristine to care for my son for the past year (now 17 months old).
I had planned on having my mom take care of my son when I went back to work but unfortunately she became ill and was no longer able to help care for him. I knew it...
Katie S.
Shanisha M.
Hicksville, NY
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available On Weekdays And Weekends
4.6
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello , My name is Shanisha I just recieved my Masters in Social Work May 2024. I am a full time therapist for at risk adolescents. I have many years of experience with children of the ages of new born- Teen yrs. I am CPR/first Aid Certified , I'm very social and friendly and love to be around children . I can prepare meals ,...
Shanisha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Shanisha was a wonderful nanny for my two boys under 4. She was with us every day for 9 months. She was caring, playful and creative. I would absolutely recommend Shanisha to any family looking for dependable, reliable care for their children."
Erin Z.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a 58 yr old extremely experienced childcare and care giver. I am a single mother of 4 all grown and I would love to help you. I am highly recommended and experienced. Organization is key to success is my motto. This is extremely important when children are concerned. If you need an experienced childcare giver 35 yrs...
Lisamarie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"I've known Lisa for almost 40 years. I have watched her raise her family basically single handed and all 4 of her young men have turned out to be wonderfully respectful successful men. Lisa has helped me with my children as well while I was experiencing challenges...
Joan M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Diana, I am 25 years old and I am a nursing student! I began babysitting when I was 15 years old and I love it so much. I am super creative, energetic, loving and I love to have fun with the kids! I have experience with babysitting children and coaching children. I have taught gymnastics for kids ages 2-16. I can...
Diana can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is very reliable and punctual . She helped out a lot when I was trying to give the kids less screen time. Always followed house rules. Kids love her cooking ."
Ileana R.
Sara D.
North Babylon, NY
$17-18/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Sara and I'm 24 years old! I'm a college graduate with a degree in biology. I've been babysitting for about 10 years, children of all ages. I'm responsible, hard working, kind, and caring. I've always taken care of kids my whole life, so I have a lot of experience! I have a younger sister that is 10 years younger than...
Sara can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sara is a reliable young woman, whom my husband and I trusted with our children. She helped my kids with homework and was very engaging, making sure they always had fun!"
Susan L.
Kayla S.
Freeport, NY
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Kayla. I have been working with children for 10 years in a wide range of settings. I've worked in a daycare, as a therapist, in youth centers and as a music teacher! I am looking for a family who is patient, good at communicating, creative, flexible and kind. I have my degree in psychology and am a semester...
Kayla can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kayla was my daughter's favorite preschool teacher. She has a calm, soothing aura about her. Once, when trying to remove a splinter from my daughter's hand, I asked her to think of something that calmed her down... she stopped, closed her eyes, and told me she...
Danielle C.
5.0
(1)
I am currently managing my family owned business. My hours are flexible. Prior to this position, I worked at a child care center as an infant teacher age group 6 weeks to 6 months for 5 years. During The 5 years I cared for 8 babies at a time with the help of a assistant. We would read them stories, give them tummy time, tend to...
Antoinette can also help with: Craft assistance
4.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Giavanna, I started working with kids when I was young. I have 4 little siblings, all of different ages and i've helped take care of them since as long as I can remember.
In my spare time, I like to listen to music, spend time with my family & make art.
My first job ever was when I was 13, I was hosting little...
Giavanna can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
4.0
"Giavanna is absolutely the best! From day one she was completely engaging with my children and kept them entertained for hours. She is punctual, respectful, and very loving. I would 100% recommended her for other families."
Cheryl H.
Brittany F.
Bellmore, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Brittany and I am a licensed educator with a professional degree in Early Childhood Education. I have been working in education professionally for 9 years. I spent my first 6 years in the classroom and my last 3 as the director of a preschool. Currently, I teacher preschool at an Elementary school in Brooklyn. I have...
Brittany can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Brittany is an amazing, dependable babysitter who's also a working teacher. Our kids LOVE her and look forward to seeing her each time. The best!"
Anthony D.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Amityville, NY
Crystal L.
5.0
As a single father of two young girls, finding the right babysitter was of the utmost importance to me. With a busy work schedule that keeps me out of the house more often than I'd like, I needed someone I could trust to not only care for my daughters but also serve as an educator, tutor, and role...
- Care member
Gina R.
5.0
Super caring, great with kids & extremely patient!
- Care member
Yennifer F.
5.0
Yenifer is a kind person who knows how to interact with kids and cares for them
- Yakelinne A.
Christina K.
4.0
Christina cared for my, at the time, 10-month-old daughter and she was excellent. Once I showed her our routine, she caught on right away. She helped with tasks such as diaper changes, feedings & bottle refills, bath & nap time, etc.
- Care member
Ashley E.
5.0
Ashley has Nannied for my toddler for 2 years and for my infant for a few months. She is really great with kids! She's very patient and Fun! And has helped my child's growth motor skills with her teaching and activities. My toddler absolutely adores her and if it wasn't for my family relocating we...
- John H.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Amityville, NY:
How can I find a Amityville babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Amityville, 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 23 babysitters in Amityville, 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 Amityville, NY?
The average rate for Amityville, NY babysitters on Care.com is $19.96 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 Amityville, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Amityville, 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.