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2,187 babysitters are listed in Brooklyn, NY
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Brooklyn, NY
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I would describe my personality as bubbly, adventurous, and creative. Working with kids is fulfilling for me because I see them as beacons of light. Naturally, children are incredibly fearless and imaginative individuals, and I love nurturing and cultivating these important traits.
In every job, I seek safe environments where I...
5.0
"Lillian was amazing. She was the nanny for two small, very mischievous, little girls and was fantastic. She's responsible, punctual, a great communicator and wonderful with children. I'd highly recommend Lillian to anyone looking for a nanny or sitter for their...
Seth N.
4.3
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Currently I work as a learning specialist, providing intervention in both Math and Reading for grades 6-8. I have 6 years of teaching experience, providing instruction in art, math, English Language Arts, and creative movement. I feel my patience, compassion, and experience make me a great fit for any age group, in addition to...
Roxanne can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Roxanne took care of my boys when they were 2 and 5 for a year. They adored her . She took care of all the basics, bathing, feeding that you would expect but she is still remembered for the way she played with them whether inside on a rainy day or a beautiful sunny...
Soma B.
5.0
(3)
I have been caring for children for as long as I can remember. As a proud eldest sibling, I learned to be a caregiver both in my household and professionally which reflects my many areas of care. Most recently, I worked for Educational Alliance, as a group mentor/leader supporting youth development through academic, health and...
5.0
"She's very very good with kids especially toddlers in my case. She loves being in their world while having control of the environment at all times. 1000/10 highly recommend!"
Abayomi O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Myrah I am currently a student at university at Buffalo, and I'll be home for winter break. Im available to baby sit for the whole month of January. I have experience from this summer baby sitting a 3-year-old, and I grew up taking care of my special needs brother. I love children and will be happy to help any way I can!
Myrah can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Myrah worked with my 3 year old daughter & she was always kind, professional & respectful. My daughter loved her & still misses her. She followed directions on the schedule for the day."
Vania P.
Skylar R.
Brooklyn, NY
$18-22/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I'm a loving and very open child caregiver. I've been a caretaker for 8 years now. I started when I was old enough to watch myself. I always tend to cling to the younger ones because they have such imaginations and it's so interesting to watch a child grow up. I am good with homework help, anything in the house, meal prep, etc....
Skylar can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"She is amazing and you should hire her!"
Abe M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm a recent college graduate and I'm responsible, outgoing, energetic, and creative. I have experience working with children of all ages and I love taking care of little ones! Resume and references available upon request.
Regina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Regina was great and our daughter enjoyed spending time with her. "
Salima W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Hannah! I'm a fully vaccinated college graduate with experience in children's publishing. I love kids and animals and have over 10 years of childcare experience. My care style is always informed by parents needs & style first and foremost, though I am most familiar with REI, Montessori, and other social-emotional...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hannah is amazing! My three-year-old clicked with her right away. She's calm and confident and knows how to set clear boundaries with compassion. She's also lots of fun to be around and an excellent communicator with parents. We will definitely hire her again!"
Rose F.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm Zoe. I'm a photographer and former dancer and singer. I've babysat 2-4-year-olds who loved dance, and teaching them my passions makes me so happy. Through this, I can teach technique, and also bring my love for creativity into helping kids realize a passion for the arts. Of course, this isn't my only skill -- I'm very...
Zoe can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
5.0
"Zoe babysat my 3 year old daughter when we lived in New York and we loved her! She was always on time, super reliable, and came in with a positive attitude every time we saw her. She is smart, upbeat, and helpful with everything I needed. My daughter was obsessed...
Alex F.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Julie and I'm super friendly and fun. I am the baby of 6 children and an aunt since 4th grade so childcare is second nature to me. I have always been naturally equipped and genuinely enjoy being around & caring for children. Outside of my 14 nieces and nephews, I've been professionally sitting for children...
Julie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Our son is typically shy around new people but Julie is one of those caregivers that walks into the room and instantly wins kids (and parents) over. She is always attentive to our notes and instructions while jumping right into playtime, and we can walk out the...
Kristen P.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, my fascination with language began early, shaped by the vibrant culture around me. English soon became my passion, leading me into a career in tutoring in 2015.
With experience teaching English, I recognized the transformative power of language learning. This insight motivated me to broaden my...
Melany can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We are really lucky to have hired Melany full-time to take care of our two toddler boys. Her ability to handle even the most challenging situations with a calm demeanor has been invaluable. When the kids are being fussy with food, she comes up with adorable food...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Experienced nanny with over 7 years of experience caring for children of all ages. Skilled in creating a safe and stimulating environment for children, managing daily activities, and providing academic support.
Experience:
Matos Family, Manhattan, NY
January 2021 - December 2022
- Cared for two children aged 2 and 7 years old,...
Susana can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Super reliable on short notice!"
Kristin P.
4.9
(9)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a Mom of two who truly enjoys helping other families. I form a bond with all the little ones I care for. I am very easy going, patient and always go above and beyond for the families I help. I have a kindergartner and a first grader and am familiar with the virtual learning curriculum. I have experience with multiples...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Liz is so fun and passionate while taking care of our son. It's such a joy to hear his constant giggles when he's with her. She comes up with creative games and figures out ways to distract him when he is upset. We hired Liz during the pandemic, and we were...
Francisco V.
4.0
(1)
Hello, families! I am a very honest, energetic and loving person. I have been caring for children for as long as I can remember. A few summers ago, I worked for a preschool in Brooklyn where I taught children of 4 years and older. I love to cook and do not have any problems doing some light housekeeping (picking up after the...
Onika can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Chaslyn D.
Brooklyn, NY
$22-28/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a reliable sitter committed to developing a trustworthy connection with the families I work with! I aim to create a fun environment for the children I care for while also being responsible and safe.
I am CPR, First Aid, and AED trained. I am an experienced diaper changer and potty trainer, too!
Chaslyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Before moving to New York, Chaslyn was a nanny/babysitter for our family when my daughter was 3-5 years old. We miss her terribly! She is a phenomenal caregiver and person. She is incredibly responsible and dependable, and is also loving and playful. She was a...
Lauren P.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am 56 years old and I have been currently working U. family for five years. They have two girls, one of them almost 6 years old the other one 4 years old. I have very good experience taking care of an infant and toddler. I can cook healthy food for an infant and I am very good at following the parents' directions on the...
Gulseren can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Gulseren has been incredible help to our family over the past 6 years. She took care of our older daughter after about 6months old and younger daughter since birth. She has become a part of our family and both kids love her very much! In these trying times she has...
Care member
Eliza O.
Brooklyn, NY
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Kind, Patient & Fun [Early Childhood & Special Needs]
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have a background in early childhood development and education, with 10+ years of childcare experience. My Bachelor's degree is in Developmental Forensic Psychology. I am passionate about children and believe in age-appropriate positive reinforcement and interactive play. I am kind and easygoing, with a calm upbeat attitude. I...
Eliza can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Eliza is friendly and energetic. Our daughter can be a bit picky with babysitters, and she has had a great time with Eliza, whether it was help during the day or babysitting in the evening."
Elizabeth S.
Mary H.
Brooklyn, NY
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am an experienced nanny looking for part time work. Most recently, I cared for 3 girls ages 5, 8, and 10 in the UWS. I assisted them with zoom school, extracurricular activities, prepared lunches and dinners, played, read, cleaned, and did art projects with them! I worked for a family on West Point Military Base caring...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mary worked for us for several months to fill in as our current nanny was out. She was amazing! She is patient and kind, follows instructions well and encourages children to learn and be creative. She was clean, punctual, thoughtful, and flexible. She was great...
John W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced nanny who is warm, loving, gentle, thoughtful and creative. I have experience with children from ages >5 months to 13 years old. From co-teaching a preschool class to assisting in a Spanish-speaking kindergarten in North Carolina, and nannying for older elementary kids, I've done it all.
I enjoy painting...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Grace is a fantastic caregiver, full of creativity and fun. With tons of experience, she really gets kids and actively engages with them while they are in her care. She is responsible and dedicated, and I would not hesitate to recommend her for a care-giving...
Chris S.
Valerie W.
Brooklyn, NY
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun, Reliable Sitter With 12 Years Of Experience + Master's!
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! I'm a positive and energetic person who has a passion for working with children. I bring 12 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from newborns to teenagers. I've served as a live-in nanny for babies, travel nanny for kids, a camp counselor for 6-year-olds, and as a senior educator at Brooklyn...
Valerie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Truly the best babysitter we ever had. My children (ages 2-12) absolutely loved her. She was fun while also kept children's safety as a top priority. I would recommend her to anyone who needs a babysitter or nanny. You're not going to get better than Val."
Randy S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I am a very responsible, attentive, loving and experienced nanny/sitter with kids of all ages (twins included). Day care and overnight experience also. Negotiable with price. Open availability. Can start right away. Feel free to contact me at anytime
Sabrina can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sabrina helped us to care for our children after my husband had abdominal surgery. She is trustworthy and goes out of her way to make others burdens light."
Alyssa M.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Brooklyn, NY
Lillian R.
5.0
Lillian is so great with my kids. She has babysat them several times now, and I know they will always be safe and cared for when they are with her.
- Care member
Roxanne W.
5.0
Roxanne took care of my boys when they were 2 and 5 for a year. They adored her . She took care of all the basics, bathing, feeding that you would expect but she is still remembered for the way she played with them whether inside on a rainy day or a beautiful sunny day. She would do art or think of...
- Soma B.
Olajumoke J.
5.0
Olajumoke love children and it shows in the way that I see her care for any child that she interact with. She has a lot of experience caring for mixed-aged children and builds long lasting friendships with both the children and the parents. Olajumoke is always punctual, gentle, professional,...
- Hadiatou A.
Myrah C.
5.0
Myrah worked with my 3 year old daughter & she was always kind, professional & respectful. My daughter loved her & still misses her. She followed directions on the schedule for the day.
- Vania P.
Skylar R.
5.0
I interviewed Skylar to help my active 5 year old with remote learning. I am a speech pathologist with an attached 1 year old, so I need the extra help for my eldest. She was punctual for our 'trial' play date to see how my son would respond to her. My son responded very well after a few minutes....
- Megan R.
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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 2,187 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 $22.07 per hour as of February 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 699 reviews of the 2,187 listed babysitters.