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60 babysitters are listed in East Amherst, NY
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 3 years
Babysitters in East Amherst, NY
Arlene C.
Buffalo, NY
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Recently moved from Las Vegas to Williamsville area and looking for a full time/ part time babysitting job.
Arlene can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"We hired Arlene 2 years ago to watch our newborn son and 81 year old mother that has Alzheimer's. She is the most loving, caring, and trustworthy person you will every meet. We were so lucky to have her apart of our family. We are so sad she is moving away. She...
Amanda T.
Lauren B.
Clarence Center, NY
$16-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lauren and I am a college student who previously studied at Keuka College for Occupational Therapy but took some time off with covid and am now taking classes at ECC before going back to a full program. I have a lot of experience from children as young as 2 weeks old. I have been watching kids since middle school...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lauren has been working with our family for a few months now and has been great with our 8 month old and 5 year old. She has been a huge help!"
Sara M.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 8 years of prof. nanny experience. I have nannied all ages, from newborns to young teens. My passion for arts and crafts has allowed me to create countless fun and educational activities that spark creativity and engagement in children. I pride myself on my dependability and flexibility, with an open schedule that allows...
Jacquelene can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We feel incredibly fortunate to have had Jackie as our nanny! As a medical resident with a demanding schedule, I needed someone who could be flexible and adapt to our ever-changing needs. Jackie was always willing to stay late or come in early on short notice,...
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Cherissa M.
Buffalo, NY
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.8
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I started working with kids when I was super young. I would watch my nieces and kids around the neighborhood. I got my first daycare job at 16. I went to school and got my CDA in early childhood. I have been working at the summit center and absolutely love it! As lead teacher in the Summit Center I have the knowledge not only to...
5.0
"She is an awesome person and my baby loved her immediately!
Thank you for your help"
Alaa A.
Julie H.
Lancaster, NY
$16/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a stay at home mom of 9-year-old twins. I am a loyal, honest and dependable person. I have worked at a nanny and worked in day cares for 20 years. I am available to watch children at my home, please contact me if this is something that would interest you and your family. Thank you!
Julie can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Julie helped me with the care of my children for years. She came to help with my toddler when I was pregnant and on bed rest with triplets, and then after the triplets came and my immediate family wasn't available to help, Julie stepped in! She is an amazing mother...
Amanda H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a loving and caring teacher and babysitter. I have experience caring for children of all ages. I also have experience watching multiple children at once. I am great at getting along with children. I am responsible and caring. I love playing games indoors and outdoors as well as getting creative with crafts. I am available...
Hanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Working with children you need a lot of patience. It helps to be creative with things to do and apply that to watching kids. I've nannied for two families, with multiple kids aged 9 months to 3 years. Care for the kids included changing diapers, taking them for walks, reading to them, making lunch, and doing arts & crafts. I...
Laura can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"I was able to hire Laura while my main childcare (grandma) was recovering from surgery. She was incredibly engaged with my boys and my oldest asked for her often! Bonus, she has a beautiful singing voice so enjoy her singing songs with your kids!"
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Diavian T.
Buffalo, NY
$18-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Diavian and I am a 24-year-old nurse (Lpn)I have worked as a CNA since I was 18 and started at high pointe nursing home. One of the only nursing homes in buffalo that has a pediatric unit. So I've worked with babies and children with all kinds of disorders. I also used to volunteer at Westminster early childhood...
5.0
"Our little ones LOVED her! Kind, responsive and very supportive of our household routine. Diavian was a perfect fit to our home, and went the extra mile in making sure our boys were well cared for and supported during her time with them. She jumped right in and...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a babysitter since I was 13 years old. My mother ran a daycare in our home growing up so children were always a part of my life. I learned early on how to help out with little ones and enjoy babysitting whenever an opportunity arises. I babysat all throughout high school and college as well as for family and friends....
Nicole can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We have known Nikki for over 6 years and she is an absolutely amazing babysitter! We have had several babysitters watch our girls, but I have never met another person who so genuinely enjoys taking care of the kids! Every time she would come over, she would bring...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Thank you for reviewing my profile. I provide childcare from infancy to teens. I also provide elder care, we all know how challenging it is to juggle work family life and help our parents, its a balancing act. And for those of us who dont have children, but need care for our dogs (angels on 4 legs) our fur babies, I have you...
Michele can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"Michele watched our 3 year old daughter for several months 3 times a week. She was very patient with our daughter who can be tricky to win over sometimes! Michele kept at it and gained her trust and love. She would still be watching her but we’re now in school full...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
I have over 10 years experience working with children. I have nannied and babysat from ages newborn to 8 years old. I love engaging young minds by going outside and doing crafts! I also have over 12 years experience giving injections and with type one diabetes.
Angella can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Angella nannied for our daughter for several months - from when she was 6 months to about 1 year in age. We love Angella so much and we continue to ask her to babysit when possible even though she no longer nannies for us. She is dependable, punctual, caring, fun,...
Jenna W.
Leah W.
Lancaster, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a professional nanny and I would love to meet your family! I have over eight years of childcare experience, including working at a daycare and being a live in nanny.
Leah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Leah is so good with babies! She takes great care of my little one and is always flexible with whatever we need. She is gentle, patient, flexible, and dependable. You can tell she has a passion for what she does, and our whole family loves her!"
Angelica T.
Evelyn Q.
Buffalo, NY
$16-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have medical experience working with children. I am BLS and ACLS certified. I have over 4 years experience tutoring children in math, science and English. I am compassionate, attentive, dedicated and caring.
Evelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Evelyn was prompt, warm, and very attentive to my son during our interview. She followed up our interview with a thoughtful email and showed initiative by looking up the answers to some questions that came up during our conversation. I needed a different...
Stephanie L.
Mary H.
Clarence, NY
$45/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Loving mother of three and grandmother to eight looking full or part time near my Clarence home. Have plenty of experience and references caring for all ages, newborns to teens. I know how important it is for moms to have someone they can rely on and trust. I'm willing to help with some housekeeping chores and willing to take...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Mary babysat my two daughters full time for almost four years when they were babies. She was very loving and nurturing. She has a very gentle way about her and is a very gentle disciplinarian. She always cleaned up with the kids before she left for the day. She...
Tracy R.
5.0
(2)
I'm an experienced childcare provider with a passion for nurturing children's growth and development. Over the last two decades, I've had the privilege of caring for children of various ages, from infants to preteens. My calm and patient demeanor, coupled with my creativity and imagination, allows me to connect with children and...
5.0
"Meghan is a great and reliable cleaner. Her attention to detail is outstanding. She often cleans for me as I need her. She can do it all! She comes highly recommend. Trustworthy and friendly for sure. You won’t be disappointed. "
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Leah S.
Buffalo, NY
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi! Over the years, I have developed a strong passion for working with children. For seven years, I was a volunteer baton twirling coach; teaching girls ages 6-18 how to twirl and eventually bringing them to local and state competitions to compete. I graduated from University at Buffalo with a BA in Speech and Hearing Sciences...
Leah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our family hired Leah as a recurring weekend daytime sitter for our son when he was 10-13 months old. She's warm, kind, and knowledgeable about early childhood development.
As busy parents, we appreciate that she's reliable, communicates in advance if we need to...
Margo D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a fun-loving babysitter. I simply enjoy spending time with children. I pride myself on being able to play and act goofy with the kids, yet still have them listen and respect me. Keeping the child's well-being is something I take very seriously. I am a healthy balance of an easy going/ patient attitude, and assertive when...
Leanne can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Leanne was very easy to communicate with and on time for her interview. Ultimately we went with somebody we know, but will keep Leanne in mind for the future."
Christine P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a babysitter for almost all my life, taking care of siblings and neighbors around me. I am very patient, responsible and empathetic. I love children and pets. Seeing a smile on their faces brings joy to me.
Morgan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Morgan is a great babysitter to our 4 and 2 year olds. She is always punctual and stays late when needed. She engages our children. She keeps them busy and doesn't let them sit in front of the TV. Morgan is a great babysitter we love having her."
April W.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My love for children grows deep! I believe they bring out the best in me. I helped my mother raise my little brother starting when I was just 10 years old. I've cared for families infants & children ages 7 months - 12 years through care. com and also worked in the childcare center at my local gym.
I started working full-time...
Cailee can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cailee babysat for us for years. From newborn through toddler years. She was very attentive and engaging with our son. She was very reliable and trustworthy and I would recommend."
Care member
3.5
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My mother was the neighborhood babysitter, so growing up, there were always young children in the house. I started babysitting on my own at 16. Since then, I have continued to babysit on a part-time basis for friends and family. I have worked in nursing for 25 years with current CPR and trained in first aide. Have experience...
Mary can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in East Amherst, NY
Arlene C.
5.0
We hired Arlene 2 years ago to watch our newborn son and 81 year old mother that has Alzheimer's. She is the most loving, caring, and trustworthy person you will every meet. We were so lucky to have her apart of our family. We are so sad she is moving away. She treated our family like her own. My...
- Amanda T.
Lauren B.
5.0
Lauren has been working with our family for a few months now and has been great with our 8 month old and 5 year old. She has been a huge help!
- Sara M.
Jacquelene B.
5.0
We feel incredibly fortunate to have had Jackie as our nanny! As a medical resident with a demanding schedule, I needed someone who could be flexible and adapt to our ever-changing needs. Jackie was always willing to stay late or come in early on short notice, which was a huge relief for our family....
- Care member
Cherissa M.
5.0
Cherissa is dedicated to the childcare profession. We recommend her for anyone with early childhood needs!
- Care member
Julie H.
5.0
I have two children, a toddler and a newborn, if I need help or someone to watch them I can always count on Julie.
- Kristine D.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in East Amherst, NY:
How can I find a East Amherst babysitter near me?
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How much do babysitters charge in East Amherst, NY?
The average rate for East Amherst, NY babysitters on Care.com is $23.00 per hour as of April 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 East Amherst, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in East Amherst, 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 East Amherst, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in East Amherst, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.