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60 babysitters are listed in Ballston Lake, NY
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Ballston Lake, NY
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I am a current HHA , former CNA, patient care technician, and medical assistant with over 20 years experience caring for elderly, long term care, dementia and oncology/hospice patients. I enjoy giving loving care to my patients and treat them as if they were family.
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
I am a mother of 2 grown boys and I worked as a Special Education Aide & Teaching assistant at School District for many years.
I have worked through A New England Nanny caring for infants, toddlers, preteens and teenagers. I provided care for children, errands, homework help and some meal prep.
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Hi! My name is Tiffany and I have a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education. Teaching is my passion. There's nothing more rewarding than knowing you can create a safe, nurturing, and loving environment for children. I have taught Pre-k for many years, but I also have years of experience teaching and nurturirng infants and...
Tiffany can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Sophia T.
Schenectady, NY
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm a senior with a love of kids who has a passion for child development! I've been watching kids for years (more recently a 2-year-old girl; 8, 11, and 13-year-old siblings; and 4-year-old boy) as I have many little cousins and have watched them from infancy to now. I have my license and am CPR and first aid certified and also...
Sophia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"Sophia arrived on time ! She stayed with my twin boys for 5 hours . Took them to the park , their favorite thing to do and tried her best to keep them happy and occupied. I know it’s not easy to baby sit Twin toddler boys ! I would hire her again , I would just...
Shareen F.
Zoe H.
Waterford, NY
$16-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am currently studying Psychology at Capella University and I have a beautiful 18-month-old daughter at home. I love working with children and have always loved to be around them. I have many years of experience working with children and children with disabilities as well as children with ASD. They hold a very special place in...
I am going to be a sophomore at Suny Cortland in the fall pursuing a degree in Early Childhood Education. I have experience working summer camps for the last 3 summers and previous babysitting jobs. I'm looking for a summer babysitting job until I go back to school in the fall!
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Hi there! I am Shelby and I am a Special Education Teacher and I have a BS in Psychology. I have 10+ years of experience working with children. Many of the children I have worked with are special needs. I have experience working with kiddos who are non-vocal, experience learning and development delays, and have behavioral needs....
Shelby can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
Hi, I have experience as a summer camp counselor, and I've been working in the retail industry for three years. I love to work with kids because I love to keep them happy and safe! I am available for afterschool care or last minute plans, or picking up after school!
Tia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Hemawattie P.
Schenectady, NY
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a genuine love for helping children grow and learn. My three years of experience have taught me how to best support children's development, and my calm and imaginative personality helps me create a fun and enriching environment for them. I believe in open communication with...
Hi everyone,
My name is Kylie, I have worked in a childcare setting for 3 years. Both an after school and camp counselor setting and a daycare setting. Along with baby sitting for family members and having my own child. I am expecting a new arrival this September but I would love to be able to help families out with a sitter...
Kylie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
I have 15 years of experience caring for children of various ages, from infants to pre-teens. My background includes working with families as a regular babysitter and helping out with family members' children. I am comfortable managing multiple children at once and have experience handling a variety of situations, from bedtime...
Keira can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Katie C.
Ballston Spa, NY
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Local Mom Looking To Provide As Needed/ Occasional Child Care To Local Families.
Now that my son is in elementary school, I am looking to provide care on a part time/ as needed basis.
For the past 7 years I have been a stay at home parent. Previously I was a social worker, working with individuals with developmental disabilities and youth in the foster care system. While completing my degree, I worked as a...
Katie can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Alissa M.
Clifton Park, NY
$16-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a friendly and patient childcare provider with three years of experience caring for children of all ages. I'm passionate about supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option that gives parents peace of mind knowing their children are safe and happy in my care.
My approach to childcare is centered around open...
Alyssa S.
Schenectady, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi my name is Alyssa and I'm 32 years old. I'm a mom of two ages 5 & 7. I love children and have been babysitting since I was younger. I'm looking to babysit for any occasion. I love animals, crafting and music!
I look forward to having an amazing time with your kiddos.
Alyssa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Sarah N.
Schenectady, NY
$18-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am an experienced sitter/care taker as I have had multiple jobs babysitting as well as a life time experience of taking care of younger brothers. This has allowed me to have patience and a wide variety skills to take care of children. I graduated from Union College with a degree in psychology and recently decided so make a...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have experience as a daycare teacher and as a daycare owner. I have always loved working with childeren. I'm available as needed.
Tiffany can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Davidel Adwoa Boatemaa F.
Schenectady, NY
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm an experienced caregiver with a genuine passion for helping children learn, grow, and develop into the best versions of themselves. With four years of experience caring for children of various ages, I'm confident in my ability to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for your little ones.
My calm and...
Lily V.
Schenectady, NY
$16-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi There! My name is Lily! I have 5 years of childcare experience. I have a passion for youth mentorship and my history as a reliable babysitter motivated me to pursue this profession. I prioritize open communication with parents, using their preferred method of communicating.
I enjoy playing a variety of games with children,...
I have been babysitting children of many different ages for five years. I am an education major at St. John Fisher College and am completing my degree this year. I am energetic and am willing to complete homework, reading, and activities with children.
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Hi i'm Amelia! I've babysat and nannied for 7 years (ages 3m- 9 years) I also have 4 years of daycare experience as a toddler teacher I'm currently working at.
Some of the skills I have being a toddler teacher for 4 years;
-Organization
-Educational activity planning
-Communication and conflict resolution
-Creativity and...
Amelia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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How can I find a Ballston Lake babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Ballston Lake, 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 7 babysitters in Ballston Lake, 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 Ballston Lake, NY?
The average rate for Ballston Lake, NY babysitters on Care.com is $18.71 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 Ballston Lake, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Ballston Lake, 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.