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60 babysitters are listed in Centerport, NY
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 8 years
Babysitters in Centerport, NY
Jaime S.
Smithtown, NY
$17-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Part-Time Caregiver Until Summer Then I Can Go Full-Time Lifeguard Also
5.0
(1)
My qualifications:
-I've been a part-time babysitter since 2009 from ages 3-12.
-I did full time babysitting last summer, ages 4-12.
-I have experienced in babysitting special needs children.
-I have been a certified lifeguard since 2010, also I am certified in CPR for all ages, certified in AED and First Aid. I student teach...
Jaime can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Jaime applied to our summer child care job and came to meet the family in person. She was absolutely lovely! She called the day of the interview to confirm, showed up on time and bonded with our kids very quickly (despite the fact that my 10 year old son was angry...
Shawna A.
Krista A.
Hauppauge, NY
$25-35/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Krista! I'm a 24-year-old graduate student with 9 years of work experience. I love kids and have babysat numerous times. I've also coached a children's gymnastics team, worked at many summer camps, and am a soccer trainer. I played Division II soccer for Adelphi University and am now an assistant coach for their women's...
5.0
"It was our first time having someone other than family watch our two kids and Krista made the whole process very comforting. She agreed to come and meet us before she actually watched our kids. Right away we knew she was a great fit for us, our kids loved her and...
Jacqueline P.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am an experienced mother of 4 and 2 grandkids! I have over 14 years of paid experience including caring for triplets and twins. I have had the privilege of welcoming 4 newborns into the world! All of my positions have been long term and I love being part of the family.
I am a young-at-heart, 61-year-old active woman who...
Laurie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Laurie became an instrumental part of our family over they years she spent helping us care for our one, then two, and finally three kids! Her flexibility, dependability, and genuine love for the children in her charge make her a rare find. I never had to worry or...
Erin S.
5.0
(1)
Hi families!
My name is Gabby, I'm 26 years old and I'm looking for a SUMMER nannying position.
A little about me:
- I am a NY and Florida certified elementary school teacher.
- I was the neighborhood babysitter since I was a teenager for children of all ages. I have nannied for families with up to 6 young children.
- I have...
Gabriella can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Gabby is great! She truly loves what she does and loves children!! She is very Responsible and on time. I have used her for the five years and she is now like part of the family . I Highly recommend her!"
Diana V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a trustworthy nanny. I have great references from 7 different families. I have been a nanny for a long time and have been a mother 1 8 years. All my previous positions will all only have the best things to say about me, thought of me as an extension of the family. I love children of all ages, liking for a long term family...
5.0
"Mara has watched my infant for the past 7+ months and we were thrilled. She came into our home and treated our baby as if she were her own. It got to the point where our baby (and our dog!) greeted her with large and loud exclamations of happiness as she walked...
Melina S.
Beth R.
Smithtown, NY
$24-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I possess a dual masters degree in Early Childhood regular and special education for birth-2nd grade. The past 10+ years I have devoted myself to teaching children in a way that meets their needs and encourages learning through play, fun and creativity. Also, for 10years, during summers, I worked at a camp as an athletic...
Beth can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Beth has been a godsend for my family.... if I had the need, I would hire her over and over again. As my kids were still virtual, I needed her help overseeing their learning and watching them while I was working. Being a certified teacher (in special ed as well),...
Diana P.
Uzma S.
Huntington Station, NY
$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.8
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have experience working with children including my own four children. I also volunteer in a community school with different age groups. I'm currently work in a learning center. I'm very polite and friendly with children.
Uzma can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Uzma is the best!!! She is so caring, passionate, loyal and always on time and ready to help. My kids absolutely love her and she loves my kids as if they are their own. It has been a pleasure working with her and having her in our family for three years. I cannot...
Care member
5.0
(10)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Chelsea and I've been working with and babysitting kids since I was 13. I've always loved working with kids whether it was assistant teaching Sunday school classes, volunteering at my church, or teaching people ages 4-60+ how to care for horses at a local equestrian center. I have experience with children from...
Chelsea can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I’ve used Chelsea as my go-to pet sitter since 2017. I’ve had the pleasure of getting to know her and seeing her go from an enthusiastic high school senior, to an enthusiastic pre med college student. She’s always gone above and beyond for me, taking care of my...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I worked in a day care and have raised two of my own children. Love to cook, have cooked in daycare and private settings. Responsible, can be flexible with times needed. I currently work as a cook at at church in E Npt in the evenings.
Anne can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I want to be able to provide parents with comfort watching their little ones. I'm a mom of 3 older children 25, 23 and 19. I started babysitting about 7 years ago at NYSC in Commack in their daycare for 2 years but then decided to move on to care in homes. I've cared for triplet boys for a few months till they hired a FT nanny....
Sari can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"A very warm, kind, responsible nanny. I always felt comfortable and new my children were safe and happy. I highly recommend!!! "
Care member
Lauren T.
Huntington, NY
$25/hr • 18 yrs exp
Caregiver Available Infants And Toddlers My Specialty, Including Infants With Colic
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a mature mom of two grown sons. I have been doing childcare for 16 years. I have taken care of children from 1-week-old to 12 years.
I treat the children I care for with love and respect. I'm still close with my former families and see them on occasion. I am in shape, energetic, responsible, punctual, trustworthy, and...
Lauren can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Danielle and I live in East Northport. I graduated from the University of Scranton with my Bachelor's in elementary education and Masters in special education. I love working with children and have had many years of experience. Within the past six years I have babysat for multiple different families with varying...
Danielle can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
5.0
"We highly recommend Danielle as a babysitter. We hired her to watch our 2 yr old for 6 full days while we were visiting our parents on Long Island.
She is trustworthy and dependable. She entertained my 3 yr old for long indoor days and got her to nap on time....
Megan B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as energetic, passionate and caring
I like working with kids because you see the world through there eyes and you can teach and mold young minds into confident and happy humans ! I have been fortunate to have worked with many loving families to help there children grow and thrive !
I'm looking for...
Debra can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Debbie is as dependable and trustworthy as it gets. Genuinely thoughtful and the kiddos love her. I'm so glad we connected with her!! Always up front about everything, a total gem!"
Reid P.
Maryann L.
Huntington, NY
$40/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Presently employed as a nanny and personal assistant for six years to a lovely family in Port Washington. In addition to providing childcare services, I assist the family with organizational projects , meal preparation, errands and light housekeeping. Prior to this position I was a dietary chef working in a special needs home. I...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Dependable and punctual, and just a decent human being"
David R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Madison and I am a 24-year-old graduate from Columbia, Teachers College (certified teacher). I am looking for a babysitting/ nanny position for the 2020-21 school year in the event that I don't find a full time teaching job. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old, and have experience caring for up to...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Madison started watching my daughter when she was 3 months old and she is now 5 and has 1 year old brother that Madison also watches. Madison is great! She keeps them occupied all day with doing fun things from reading to playing games. Even makes them dinner! "
Jayme P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Lydia! I work full-time as a pediatric speech-language pathologist who would love to babysit and provide child care for families. I mainly work in the field with children aged 0-5 years. I have worked with and babysat children with a variety of abilities. I am open to helping with transportation and evening or...
Lydia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We highly recommend Lydia. We met on Care.com and she was great. Lydia is reliable, responsible, and punctual.
She drove our daughter home from school for a couple of months and was never late for pick-up. She also helped with homework. She always sent me...
Nelamar P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Eleanore and I love working with children. I graduated from Loyola University Maryland in 2018 with a Bachelors Degree in elementary education. During my summers I was also a camp counselor to fifth and sixth grade girls. After graduating, I taught sixth grade for three years in Maryland. I moved back to...
Eleanore can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"Eleanore is wonderful and I highly recommend her! She was flexible and always on time. She responded to all of my communications in a timely manner. I plan to hire her again in the near future."
Kelli D.
3.9
(7)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
I have experience being a childcare provider who has a huge heart for children of all ages. I am active, energetic and giving. Aside from some of my qualities I am certified in CPR and First Aid.
Gilda can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"So lucky Jilda responded to a short notice job post, she arrived early to get all the information, asked the right questions and put the kids immediately at ease. My kids had a great time with her and already want her to come back and play. Will definitely be...
Nicholas P.
Kelley G.
Huntington Station, NY
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
My Name's Kelley!
I am a 19yr old, High-school Graduate. I am furthering my education studying Criminal Justice.
I am very flexible and willing to work with you.
I have cared full-time for children as young as 6 weeks up until 8 years old.
I have experience with special needs children.
I have CPR and First Aid certification...
5.0
"She is very honest and a suitable addition to almost all home types. I used her for 2 years and she was so wonderful. My infant and toddler loved Kelley! "
Jamie S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have watched many children over the years from and I have enjoyed every second of it. I currently am a Teacher Assistant on Long Island, and am a certified School Counselor. I just graduated with my Master's in School Counseling as well. I will always be on time and I am very dependable. Please message me if you have any...
Brittany can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"When I first hired Brittany, she was amazing with the kids she got their schedule right on the first day, she followed instructions very easily. She is someone to hire for babysitting! she is one of the best people I have found."
Madison S.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Centerport, NY
Jaime S.
5.0
Jaime applied to our summer child care job and came to meet the family in person. She was absolutely lovely! She called the day of the interview to confirm, showed up on time and bonded with our kids very quickly (despite the fact that my 10 year old son was angry about something when she showed...
- Shawna A.
Krista A.
5.0
It was our first time having someone other than family watch our two kids and Krista made the whole process very comforting. She agreed to come and meet us before she actually watched our kids. Right away we knew she was a great fit for us, our kids loved her and so did we. Krista is warm and...
- Jacqueline P.
Laurie C.
5.0
Laurie took care of my two children during the 2017-18 school year. She drove them (ages 8 and 10) to all their activities (karate, dance, soccer, etc). I never once had to worry that they were getting to places on time. In fact many times Laurie knew their schedules better than myself! We were sad...
- Kristin T.
Gabriella G.
5.0
Gabby is great! She truly loves what she does and loves children!! She is very Responsible and on time. I have used her for the five years and she is now like part of the family . I Highly recommend her!
- Diana V.
Mara A.
5.0
Mara has watched my infant for the past 7+ months and we were thrilled. She came into our home and treated our baby as if she were her own. It got to the point where our baby (and our dog!) greeted her with large and loud exclamations of happiness as she walked in. She was kind, patient and...
- Melina S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Centerport, NY:
How can I find a Centerport babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Centerport, 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 9 babysitters in Centerport, 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 Centerport, NY?
The average rate for Centerport, NY babysitters on Care.com is $21.44 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 Centerport, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Centerport, 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.