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Mary G.
Arkville, NY
$20-30/hr • 12 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Mary, I am currently looking for part time opportunities in the Oneonta area while I work on graduate school. I have been babysitting since 2012 and have cared for children ages 3m-16y. In 2021, I earned my teaching certification and taught fourth grade for two years. Adventures, patience, common core math and...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 52-year-old mother of 2 grown children. I returned to college at 45 and became a NYS certified and licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant and worked in a school setting. Then along came COVID closures and virtual therapy. I missed the direct contact with children yet saw the benefits of also having parent interactions. I...
Bridget can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We left NYC for the greener pastures of upstate New York during the pandemic so we had to find new childcare. We knew we would hire Bridget after our first meeting; not only was she a lovely person, but she also had a lot of experience as a Childhood Occupational...
Adam B.
Hello, I'm Alexis! I have a passion for working with children and an affinity for caretaking. I currently work as a graphic designer and am looking for some part time care jobs on the side. I was a nanny for a family in Brooklyn for two years and loved the experience. I am a creative, compassionate and intuitive person.
I have...
Alexis can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Amelia P.
Fleischmanns, NY
$16-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Amelia and I'm 19 years old. I'm currently a sophomore at University at Albany studying economics.
I'd describe my personality as easygoing, patient and friendly.
I like working with kids because it's really fun!
I've been babysitting since I was 12. I also worked as a ski instructor for young kids when I was 14-17....
Heather S.
Grahamsville, NY
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a 47-year-old mother of four grown daughters background in nursing and early education I am CPR and first aid certified
I'd describe my personality as loving caring and Nurturing
I like working with kids because I enjoy seeing the light in the eye when they learn something new and how proud they get when they accomplish...
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Heather is a excellent caregiver I have known her for years and have hired her when my lupus and RA has been bad my son was even in her preschool"
Christine R.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hey, I'm Amber. I have been housekeeping for 10+ years. I have two daughters. Kira is almost 7, and Abrielle is almost 2! I have had many years of experience with children in my in home daycare or babysitting in someone's home. My schedule can be pretty flexible. I pet sit as well and have 10+ years experience with pets of all...
Amber can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very professional, organized and detail oriented! She was great watching my child on several occasions now, and he quickly came to look forward to seeing her!
Also does a phenomenal job in housekeeping and cleaning up those toddler disasters you cant get to after...
Jason L.
Cassie M.
Shokan, NY
$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Thanks Again For Reviewing My Profile- I'd Welcome The Opportunity To Meet With You And Your Family.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Cassie!
Thanks for reviewing my profile.
I'm a Kid's Yoga & Mindfulness Teacher searching for more work due to COVID-19 lay-offs. Whether caregiving or teaching, I've been described as warm, gentle, engaging, patient, energetic, & fun.
Following a 2-decade career in marketing & event production, & some major life...
Cassie can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cassie is a wonderful person. She has so much love to give and really built a strong connection with my son, as well as with our whole family. She kept my son learning throughout the pandemic, and taught him mindfulness and yoga. I trust her with anything and you...
Shelley S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I've just sent off two 3-year-oldtoddlers two separate households in Prattsville and Lexington at 11 months and seven months long. (nursery school) I've watched groups of children up to 4 at a time at varieties of ages 1, 3, 4, 6 and the elderly for those attending events
I moved up to the Catskills in 2019 after being a...
Corinne can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Corinne is a gem! She really went out of her way to accommodate my elderly father and our family as we were celebrating the wedding of my daughter. She asked questions and learned about my dad so she could chat with himvas they sat together. She knew the area and...
Maureen M.
Ashley M.
Boiceville, NY
$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Ashley! I love working with kids! My experience ranges from casual babysitting to watching kids at a summer camp which I have done for 5 years along with an after school program! Most kids I have worked with in the past have been ages from 5-13. I am willing to help with any tutoring that may be needed. I am a psych...
5.0
"Ashley was a temporary nanny in the summer of 2022 to help keep our boys busy and safe outside. She played with them, swam and was an all around great help."
Isabel D.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was a full time nanny for a a family with one child from the time he was 3 until he was 5. I helped a family with homeschooling their 7 and 4-year-old girls for the school year of 2020 when they were remote learning, and still continue to occasionally babysit them. Both of these families I am still very close with. I also have...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Melissa was wonderful. She took care of our toddler and was relaxed, engaged, and dependable. Would definitely hire her again."
Billy D.
Kielyann C.
Napanoch, NY
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Kiely and I am looking for work while I attend community college with long term goals of becoming an art teacher. I am a very responsible and creative person who loves to work with kids. I've been babysitting since I was a young teenager, giving me five years of experience. I love being able to help with...
Kielyann can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel & more
Dakota R.
Livingston Manor, NY
$10-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a current undergraduate psychology student looking for part-time work with a wonderful family while I attain my MSOT. I absolutely love caring for children and will be attending graduate school for occupational therapy. I have babysat for many families and had the privilege to work for a summer camp run by the Boys and...
Dakota can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Dakota was a nanny for my children in buffalo, NY. She was very dependable and great with the children. My kids loved playing games with her and always looked forward to when she was coming over. Loved being able to rely on her when I was running late and needed...
Sabrina G.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Arkville, NY
Bridget G.
5.0
We left NYC for the greener pastures of upstate New York during the pandemic so we had to find new childcare. We knew we would hire Bridget after our first meeting; not only was she a lovely person, but she also had a lot of experience as a Childhood Occupational Therapist. Bridget worked for us...
- Adam B.
Heather S.
5.0
Heather is a excellent caregiver I have known her for years and have hired her when my lupus and RA has been bad my son was even in her preschool
- Christine R.
Amber P.
5.0
We love Amber! She is wonderful with our 2 year old daughter, very patient and kind. She does crafts and activities to mix things up and has been working with her on speech development. We love it that she is able to bring her daughter as she is so sweet with ours and it's really great for her...
- Jenna T.
Cassie M.
5.0
Cassie really cares about connecting with kids. She is great with my 5 and 2-year old. She is punctual, responsive, knowledgeable about what kids need, and extremely responsible. I know my kids are in great hands with her.
- Kerry M.
Corinne M.
5.0
Corinne is a gem! She really went out of her way to accommodate my elderly father and our family as we were celebrating the wedding of my daughter. She asked questions and learned about my dad so she could chat with himvas they sat together. She knew the area and helped us to get the most amazing...
- Maureen M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Arkville, NY:
How can I find a Arkville babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Arkville, 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 1 babysitters in Arkville, 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 Arkville, NY?
The average rate for Arkville, NY babysitters on Care.com is $20.00 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 Arkville, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Arkville, 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.