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2,174 babysitters are listed in Brooklyn, NY
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Brooklyn, NY
5.0
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
As a full time caregiver I have 13 years of child care experience - working with newborns, toddlers, and school-age children, boys and girls. My duties consist of bringing children to and from school, diaper changing, belly time, reading and play time with infants, play time with all ages, scheduling play dates, assisting with...
Mary can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"From the moment I met Mary I knew she'd be the perfect fit for our family, and it's been an absolute joy to have her with us. I hate to part with her, but we are moving out of the city. Mary goes out of her way to make sure both children are happy and entertained...
Sarah Y.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Energetic caring babysitter here!
I'd describe my personality as thoughtful, caring, energetic
I like working with kids because they are creative and can teach us a lot! I learn from them and they bring me happiness! I love to see how they grow and that makes me feel meaningful.
In my spare time, I like to swim, read and go...
Yin can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is super attentive and would actively engage with our child in everything he was interested in. Even if it meant playing shoots and ladders for two hours. She also helped him navigate his homework tasks. She was a calming influence on our active kid. "
Care member
5.0
(12)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I conducted and assisted with light cooking, I can pick up/drop Off from school/summer camp, play dates, and library/museum/zoo visits. I am punctual, reliable, very outgoing, and energetic. I am a college graduate and I enjoy taking care of kids because I love teaching and nurturing.
Amanda Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Amanda cared for our daughter for nearly 2 years before we left NYC. She's exceptional! Any family would be so lucky to have her. She's been the best nanny and such an attentive, Caring and very much part of our family"
Amanda M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Shea, I am 26 years old. I am available for date nights, weekends, and the occasional overnight for babysitting. I have been caring for children since I was a teenager and nannied all through-out college. I have many nieces and nephews, including a set of twins! These past three years I have been a nanny for three...
Janice can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"She relates very well to kids, and as a result is able to motivate them to do things they might not want to do, and console them when things don't go their way.
She is organized. She has a new, clean, reliable car. She is also very good at communicating the...
John H.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Skylar but everyone just calls me Sky. I'm very outgoing and amiable and absolutely love being around children. I'm very versatile as I can provide childcare as well as some light housekeeping and cooking and anything I can help with. I have two years of daycare experience but 5 years in general childcare. I have...
Skylar can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Emma F.
Brooklyn, NY
$25-29/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter With A Passion For Guiding Children To Be Their Best Selves
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Emma and I'm an early childhood educator. For the last three years I've worked with 3- and 4-year-olds in a Reggio Emilia-based child-led preschool program with an emphasis on Jewish traditions. I also have 10+ years babysitting and nannying experiencing with children from infancy to middle school. I have a...
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(4)
Hi! My name is Lily and I'm a 24-year-old student getting my Master's in Social Work and currently living in Brooklyn. I absolutely love working with children with all backgrounds, abilities, and age groups. I'm excited to meet a new family for a consistent Monday and/or Tuesday arrangement. I am moving on from my full-time...
Lily can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lily nannied our infant daughter 2 days a week for about 9 months. She was great with our daughter! Lily helped us to maintain a schedule with her in the challenging infant stages, helping to transition sleep and wake windows and bottle feedings as needed. She...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sophia, and I am a 22-year-old living in Brooklyn, NY. This past May I graduated from Sarah Lawrence College with a B. A in psychology and theater, with a focus on theatrical learning and play.
One month after graduating, I began nannying (who I met through care. com), a mom in Fort Greene. During my time...
Sophia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Sophia is wonderful! Great with babies, responsible, and easy to work with. Our son loves her :)"
Care member
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Daisy. I am a recent college graduate with child care experience. I am a very energetic and enthusiastic person who loves the outdoors and arts and crafts. I also have an enormous amount of patience. I have been a babysitting for 6 years now. My experience with kids ranges from 9 months to 13-year-old- which has given...
Daisy can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
My name is Deb and I am looking for a long term nannying position.
I am a 36-year-old who has 23 years of child care experience. I have volunteered with children of all ages.
I have excellent references and I am CPR and First Aid certified.
I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal preparation. I have a clean driving record...
Deborah can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Deborah sat for my kids over the summer. My kids truly adored her and it was so comforting knowing I could trust her to keep them safe. She was great at coming up with fun ways to keep them entertained. I would greatly recommend Deborah to anyone who is seeking a...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am Jackie, a 25-year-old actively living in Williamsburg and looking to spend time with new little friends during my free hours. With experience as an aunt and a history of babysitting since my own childhood, I bring a mix of responsibility, fun, energy, and organization to the table. Skilled in cooking, kid cleaning &...
Jaclyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Jackie is a rockstar! We had her sit for our two girls (ages 2 and 4) who generally make it known they prefer to be with mom and dad. Despite my warnings, Jackie wasn’t phased a bit and she was right — she handled them like a champ. Day 1 they were out and about...
Jaclyn V.
Latoya A.
Brooklyn, NY
$17-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Looking For A Full Or Part Time Job
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Latoya and I am looking for a full time babysitting job. Willing to travel over 30 miles. I am a nice genuine person who loves to be around kids.
Latoya can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Latoya is nothing short of amazing. Shes always on time, very professional. She does a very good job with my daughter, does her homework with her. I am very pleased with Latoya!"
Camala B.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for children for over 20 years. I worked with great families all over NY area and still help them from time to time. I am professional with what I do, responsible, reliable and honest. I am a college graduate and a great homework help. I am a huge fan of arts and crafts, games, music, outdoor activities and much...
Ruthi can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CNA
First Aid
4.0
"Personable, flexible, and showed up on time."
Marie S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I have been working with children in some capacity since I was a teenager. My first job as a teen was babysitting neighborhood kids, and I continued to nanny and babysit throughout college. I transitioned into Early Childhood Education for 3 years and taught preschool and kindergarten aged kids at a Montessori school....
Samia can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Samia was very attentive, energetic, and affectionate with our 22 month old. She used her Montessori background to help him clean up after himself and we felt very confident he was safe with her at the playground. He had a lot of fun with her, too! We will...
Erin E.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an international student from London, England, who recently graduated with my Masters. I have had approximately 10+ of experience with baby sitting.
I love children, and I particularly enjoy keeping the active. Most of my time over the last 3+ years has been spent with my niece and around family. Education is important to...
Desann can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was very kind to my twin boys and they always ask if she can babysit. They are a handful but she does an amazing job. She cooks, cleans, and always does more than I ask. By the time I get home the house would be spotless, homework done and boys would be ready...
Marion O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, nice to meet you! I'm Claire. I graduated from Duke in North Carolina just a few years ago, previously lived in the mountains of Colorado, and am now working in New York and living in Brooklyn. I have been caring for children on a weekly basis, having taken care of children from less than a year old to 13 years old, for...
Claire can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
The role of a caregiver has been instilled in me since the very early years of my life when my mom converted her home into a childcare center. I watched as she taught children important lessons in their formative years. As I grew older, I realized that my life always feels more full when there are children in it. Since then, I...
Jayna can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Jayna is a treasure! My wife and I have used her for about a year and a half for date nights and when the kids have days off of school. My five year old daughter just adores Jayna and is always begging to see her, while my seven year old son loves how energetic and...
Isabella P.
5.0
(3)
Hi there! I'm Kelly! Thanks for checking out my profile. I have had many years of experience babysitting and being a full-time nanny. In high school/college, I babysat for 7+ families and I've had experience with all ages of kids- from infants to teenagers. In addition to nannying, I worked as a children's swim instructor for a...
Kelly can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
5.0
"Kelly is a wonderful nanny! Very personable individual who is very goal driven. "
Augustina A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Casey and I've been babysitting since I was 15 years old. I have taken care of children as young as 2 to 13 years old. I have also worked and traveled with families on vacations as a nanny. I love hanging with kids, theater, the arts, going to the beach and watching movies. I have a car to drive the kids to their...
Casey can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Elise and I am a patient, reliable and easy going caregiver looking for a new family to provide warm and well-rounded care for!
I have 8 years of experience providing care to children of various ages and needs. I believe it's essential for a child to have an enriching environment to grow, learn and be happy!...
Elise can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Elise has been nothing short of fantastic as our baby girl's caregiver. She is always on time, attentive to her needs, and a pleasure to have in our home. We didn't think it was possible to find someone this outstanding, but we did! Thank you, Elise!"
Joseph M.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Brooklyn, NY
Mary D.
5.0
Mary babysat our 3-month old girl while my husband and I went out on a date night. This was our first time leaving the baby and we were a bit anxious, but Mary put us at ease. It was easy to communicate with her from the start as she was very responsive to messages and we talked over Zoom. Mary...
- Iskra K.
Yin L.
5.0
She is super attentive and would actively engage with our child in everything he was interested in. Even if it meant playing shoots and ladders for two hours. She also helped him navigate his homework tasks. She was a calming influence on our active kid.
- Care member
Amanda Melissa D.
5.0
Amanda is an amazing, patient, kind, respectful and incredibly reliable caregiver. I have known her for many years, as a babysitter, and then I hired her as a teacher at an early childhood center, where she teaches part-time. She is flexible, reliable, rises to challenges and is beloved by the...
- Alison K.
Janice G.
5.0
She relates very well to kids, and as a result is able to motivate them to do things they might not want to do, and console them when things don't go their way.
She is organized. She has a new, clean, reliable car. She is also very good at communicating the events of the day to the parents.
- John H.
Lily F.
5.0
Lily helped take care of our 3 year old and 6 month old. She was extremely responsible, engaging and had calm/positive energy to help with the chaos of having two little kiddos. She will be a fantastic option to help take care of your children.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Brooklyn, NY:
How can I find a Brooklyn babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Brooklyn, 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 2,174 babysitters in Brooklyn, 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 Brooklyn, NY?
The average rate for Brooklyn, NY babysitters on Care.com is $22.32 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 Brooklyn, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Brooklyn, 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 Brooklyn, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Brooklyn, NY are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 915 reviews of the 2,174 listed babysitters.