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2,186 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
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Renelle. I love being able to spend quality time with the children that I care for, and brighten their day with fun activities!
I know it dampens their mood a bit to be away from their parents, so my goal is to make sure I'm able to give them a fun, interactive experience, ensuring it feels like they're...
Renelle can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Renelle is a gem - an absolutely outstanding babysitter and a delight to be around. Renelle picked up our then two year old every weekday afternoon for about a year - she was reliable, punctual, and responsible. We still have her occasionally on nights and weekends...
Naamah R.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I would love to meet with you to interview to be a nanny/babysitter for your child. I have been Head Teacher at the Art Center in Manhattan. I also worked as a Childcare Provider and private Art Instructor in Manhattan and Brooklyn Heights. I have a background in fine arts and art therapy and have worked with children in...
Alissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Alissa over the Christmas holidays as my wife and I were in town to visit family. Alissa cared for our 1 year old several nights and we couldn't have been happier. She was always on time, caring, conscientious, and genuinely enjoyed spending time with our...
Ehren S.
Joy P.
Brooklyn, NY
$26-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi, I'm Joy! I have my associate's in Early Childhood Education with a specialization in pre-school, and I'm currently working on getting my bachelor's in Special education/childhood (online). I've spent over 10 years in the childcare industry, from babysitting to nannying to being a teacher, and I've learned a lot over the...
Joy can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Joy was very good with the kids , they loved her very much she was very helpful always was prepared for any situation she was a very trustworthy person the family loved her very much . "
Aaliyah G.
Filomena S.
Brooklyn, NY
$18-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Filomena. I live in the Brooklyn Bensonhurst-Bay Ridge area. I'm a mother & a grandmother. I've cared for children as young as newborn & up. I've worked in schools as a girl scout leader, also in an after school program. I'm currently seeking a babysitting job within my local area, full-time or part-time,...
Filomena can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Filomena is an angel on earth. She loved my son tirelessly and treated him with the best care I could hope for. We would still be with Filomena but I moved out of Brooklyn this past month. My son misses her so much! I am a public school teacher and while I was with...
Diana G.
Carolyn L.
Brooklyn, NY
$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced/Qualified Baby-Sitter/Nanny Available Full Time
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello parents, I'm ready and available to render my childcare services to you and your wonderful family. I have worked for the past 10 years as a baby-sitter/nanny with kids ranging from infant/newborn through toddler age and older. I also have experience with twins, special needs kids, and I also worked as a preschool teacher....
Carolyn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Carolyn will truly be missed in my household. She was like an addition to our family. I'm an RN and very particular on how my children are cared for. I must say I had no complaints about the level of care Carolyn rendered to my children. She cooks well, taught my...
Aprilee G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, there!
I'm Valmir, 29yo, Brazilian. Living in New York for almost 2 years.
I worked for over two years as an Au Pair. Responsibility included managing different itineraries for different children: this included homework schedules, after school programs, sports leagues and social activities. Day to day tasks would include...
Valmir can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Valmir was our Au pair for a year and was with us when the pandemic hit. We were so luck to have such a kind, caring a patient person to help us both before and during the pandemic. Our kids loved him and I trusted him fully with them."
Elizabeth R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Georgiana and I am eager to help your family out! I have been babysitting for about 6 years now and have experience with children ages newborn to 11 years old. I grew up visiting and volunteering at a life house which is home to many young mothers, their infants and young children. I also have 6 months...
Georgiana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Georgie watched my daughter on numerous occasions. She is always on time, energetic, and helpful. My daughter likes her. She also cleans up as she goes. I highly recommend her services."
Elizabeth B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I adore children and my priority is insuring they develop good healthy habits and behaviors while having tones of fun.
Some of my skills include being patient, open-minded, proactive and ability to communicate effectively in a comprehensive way.
I have years of experience babysitting children different ages.
My most recent...
Petra can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"Over all Petra is reliable and dependable."
Lauren R.
5.0
(2)
I am a reliable, energetic & highly experienced babysitter looking to provide part-time childcare for families in the NYC area. I've been regularly nannying for local families ever since moving to Brooklyn in fall 2021, caring for children as young as 15 mo. throughout their all-day routines. I have professional childcare...
Molly can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Molly is an incredibly kind, thoughtful, creative, curious, open, patient, flexible, loving person! Her background in psychology and education makes her a perfect childcare candidate. She possesses all of the basic traits you would want in a childcare provider--...
Emily W.
5.0
(2)
I'm an experienced nanny , seeking a live-out nanny position in the mornings and early afternoons, as well as weekend or occasional babysitting.
6 years of experience with children from infants to 12 years old.
CPR and First Aid certified, vaccinated, and trained in childcare.
I specialize in:
Feeding, diaper changes, and...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ines was wonderful with our 1 and 2 year old. She watched them together during the day, putting them down for nap, cooked them a very healthy lunch, and cleaned up our kitchen. She was super kind, gentle and a natural with our kids. She was super flexible with our...
Sophie S.
Sarah D.
Brooklyn, NY
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Warm, Friendly Sitter Looking To Build Relationships With Families Beginning This August
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi,
Thank you for your kind consideration of my profile.
I'm Sarah, an experienced babysitter, and I would love to hear a bit more about your family's needs!
A bit about me: I'm pursuing my master's in social work part-time. Most recently, I have worked as a play therapist with young children and a family counselor with...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
(2)
My name is Mariel, I am a 23-year-old full time college student. I am the oldest child of 5 children in total, with plenty of experience babysitting my younger siblings.
For two consecutive summer's I was a teacher aide in a daycare (Hanson Place Daycare) with the 2-year-old group. Where I was facilitating large group playing...
Mariel can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She's amazing. She obeys suggestions and the way you want to do things. She doesn't over step any boundaries and the kids absolutely love her. No matter what she shows up and does what she's supposed to do and honestly she's a Godsend. Hiring her for your child's...
Yonara E.
Kathleen B.
Brooklyn, NY
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Kathleen, and I moved to the city from Ohio a few years ago! As the oldest of three siblings, babysitting was a given in my household growing up. Later, I babysat for family friends and relatives in high school. I'm a professional dancer, and I have been teaching ballet for students of all ages for over...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kathleen is dependable and great with kids."
Steve W.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Steph and I work full-time at a media agency, but currently work remotely. I have 10 years of experience in babysitting all age groups! I am currently available weeknights anytime after 6 p.m. and weekend times vary. I am actively seeking a potential family to babysit for near or around Williamsburg. Please reach...
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Stephanie is a warm, energetic young woman. I would highly recommend her for your babysitting/ pet sitting needs. She is wonderful with children and animals and is very reliable."
Amanda M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I have about 7 years of babysitting experience and I would describe myself as a caring, playful, and responsible sitter.
In 2018, I sparked creativity and literacy skills in kids aged 7-10 at a Brooklyn summer camp. From 2019 to 2021, I worked at a daycare, covering infants to 12-year-olds. I handled everything from diapers...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Melissa is amazing! She is a natural leader and my kids loved her (9yo boy and girl). My kids can be picky and challenging to motivate, but she brought a firm kindness balanced with engaging energy that was the perfect recipe.
She helped me for one week, fixing...
Laurie R.
Celina M.
Brooklyn, NY
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am a loving, caring experienced babysitter with over 20+ years experience in caring for newborns-teenage years! Besides having experience from being a nanny, I'm a mom to two girl's... I'm open to working full or part time. I am 42 years old I've been taking care of kids since the age of 19. I've taken care of newborns...
Celina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Celina is extremely friendly and loving, as well as attentive and responsible. She was adaptable and readily available through text or phone. My kids took to her right away. Celina will make an excellent caregiver to any family. "
Melissa S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced childcare provider based near Prospect Park in Brooklyn. I grew up in a large family, and would attribute my passion for childcare to my close relationship with my younger siblings. I started babysitting for special-needs families at the age of 15, and have continued my career in childcare ever since. I have...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"I was Jessica's martial arts instructor for nearly a decade. During that time she was a regular part of our Coaching Assistant staff. Jessica was great with working with students of all ages, but particularly shined when working with the younger students (ages...
Jose J.
5.0
(2)
Hi! I am 29 years old, I have been babysitting on and off since I was 13, as well a summer camp instructor. I love creating fun yet safe environments for children. Great with homework and reading, I have a background in yoga and arts! I have worked with children of all ages and have a very open schedule. Great with pets. I live...
Melanie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Melanie has watched my boyfriends son who is 9 years old, on many occasions! The kid loves her! Melanie is always on time and brings fun to the day! She always has a little activity in her back pocket to keep the kids interest. She is very professional with the...
Rae M.
Kiera W.
Brooklyn, NY
$20-36/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
As a dedicated babysitter, I prioritize the well-being and happiness of the children under my care. I believe in creating interactive and engaging experiences for them, whether it's taking them to educational and enjoyable places like the park, zoo, beach, and movies, or spending quality time at home engaging in activities such...
Kiera can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She's a great cook and hands on with all task down to projects and homework"
Alexis B.
Livia B.
Brooklyn, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a reliable and fun-loving babysitter with over 10 years of experience working with children of all ages as a babysitter, camp counselor, and preschool teacher. I worked as a Teacher's Helper at the Brooklyn Heights Montessori School with ages 2-4, and at Growing Seeds, a preschool in Portland, Oregon, with infants ages 4-12...
Livia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I've been using Livia three days per week to watch my now one-year-old for over six months and she is fantastic. She was actually a replacement for a previous nanny who was awful and we could not have been more pleased!!. Livia is very kind, easy-going, and...
Joanna Z.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Brooklyn, NY
Renelle W.
5.0
Renelle is a gem - an absolutely outstanding babysitter and a delight to be around. Renelle picked up our then two year old every weekday afternoon for about a year - she was reliable, punctual, and responsible. We still have her occasionally on nights and weekends and our whole family adores her....
- Naamah R.
Alissa A.
5.0
We hired Alissa over the Christmas holidays as my wife and I were in town to visit family. Alissa cared for our 1 year old several nights and we couldn't have been happier. She was always on time, caring, conscientious, and genuinely enjoyed spending time with our son. If she was local to us in the...
- Ehren S.
Joy P.
5.0
Joy was very good with the kids , they loved her very much she was very helpful always was prepared for any situation she was a very trustworthy person the family loved her very much .
- Aaliyah G.
Filomena S.
5.0
Filomena is an angel on earth. She loved my son tirelessly and treated him with the best care I could hope for. We would still be with Filomena but I moved out of Brooklyn this past month. My son misses her so much! I am a public school teacher and while I was with other children she was giving her...
- Diana G.
Carolyn L.
5.0
Carolyn will truly be missed in my household. She was like an addition to our family. I'm an RN and very particular on how my children are cared for. I must say I had no complaints about the level of care Carolyn rendered to my children. She cooks well, taught my daughter reach and surpass her...
- Aprilee G.
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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 2,186 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 2,186 listed babysitters.