Find Babysitters in Essex, NY
At Care.com, your trust and safety are our priority. Compare background-checked babysitters in Essex, NY and hire the best fit for your family.
How it works
Share details about your babysitter needs
Match with highly rated local babysitters near you
Compare babysitter options and choose the best fit
Babysitters in Essex, NY
Currently living in Northampton! My past childcare experience has included for the most part younger children and infants/toddlers as well as younger children in the 10-12 year range. I have 2 years of experience as a Teaching Assistant at the Learning Center located in Amherst Massachusetts. I have worked in both the infant...
Grace can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
1.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 23 years old and have years of experience with children ages newborn to 15 years old. I'm in college for early childhood development. I would love to work for you!
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a graduate student at the University of Vermont earning my degree in Social Work.
I'm happy to help you tend to your personal life in many ways! Happy to house clean, provide child care, provide pet care, and/or provide elderly care.
Send me a message, I would love to connect!
Cheers!
Marissa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep
Willow K.
Charlotte, VT
$25-35/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Willow and I'm 25 years old. I have 9 years of childcare experience with all ages, including three years at a professional childcare facility (ages 6 weeks - 11 years).
I am currently located about 20 minutes from Burlington, Vermont. I love art, music, spending time outside, and reading. I know CPR, have my...
Willow can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm currently a PhD student at the University of Vermont. I have 14 years of experience with children ranging from infancy to teenage in a variety of settings. Throughout high school, I babysat afterschool 5 days a week for two children ages 2 and 5. During undergraduate, I substituted several times a week (averaging...
Michelle can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Michelle was very caring, really engaged with our boys (ages 6m, 3y and 6y at the time she was our nanny), and very responsible. She’s bright, fun and we would hire her back in a heartbeat. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as kind calm and caring
I like working with kids because it feels very meaningful and I love feeling such a deep connection with the children I work with
I'm looking for a job where I am able to show the nurturing sides of myself and spend time outside
I started working with kids when my little...
5.0
"Hazel takes care of my animals, cooks each week for me, does a bit of basic care-giving, and generally pitches in where needed. She is incredibly kind and respectful. She lifts my spirits each time she comes. She is responsible, very thorough, and has her...
Betsy U.
Serena S.
Burlington, VT
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Currently a toddler teacher @ a local early childhood education center. Love children of all ages. I am a native Vermonter & moved back after being a private nanny on Nantucket. Love the arts & time spent outside.
Serena can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Serena was great, she helped us out last minute for a family wedding. Very communicative before meeting and while caring for our boys, lots of experience with children. Our boys (8 mo old and 3 yo) both loved her. We were lucky to find her!"
Danielle C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 25-year-old dedicated professional seeking a temporary nanny or babysitter position. I recently earned my Master's in Social Work (MSW) and have extensive experience caring for children of all ages. My background in social work gives me a strong understanding of child development, allowing me to tailor my care to each...
Carly can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Carly is very caring and and professional and my kids adores her. She was also professional and has reasonable prices. Most importantly my children felt safe and she offer excellent services. Would most definitely hire her again. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Megan. I have recently moved back to Burlington after completing my bachelor's at the university and spend 2 years in Washington state. I taught at a forest preschool, lead wilderness trips, and have extensive experience with kids outside. I absolutely love arts and crafts and anything fun and expressive,...
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Megan is fantastic with our 3.5 year old son. He gets very excited on the days Megan comes to hang out with him. They go on bike rides, play superhero and just have FUN! As a parent I like that she NEVER has her phone out and that I can trust she will keep my child...
Jessie T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a Middle School Special Educator looking for tutoring opportunities and occasional babysitting!
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sarah kept my kids very organized. She was prompt and polite and the children liked her."
Cassy G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello families! My name is Leslie and I am an eager college student living in Burlington for the summer- looking for nannying and/or babysitting jobs. I have been taking care of kids for as long as I can remember and for the past 2 years I have nannied for a family of 3 kids back home (RI). I have experience with kids of all...
Leslie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Leslie was great, kids loved her, very responsive and flexible! We will definitely have her sit for our kids again:)"
Care member
Brigid M.
Williston, VT
$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am starting my 4th year as a special educator in an elementary school in CVSD. I graduated from St. Michael's College with a Bachelor's Degree in Education Studies and Psychology, and a Masters in Special Education. I have babysat and worked with children since high school, and I've worked with children in an educational...
Brigid can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"We loved working with Bridey. She has a calm energy that my young kids instantly responded to and was an easy, soothing presence for them. I would absolutely recommend her."
Emily M.
Brigid C.
Burlington, VT
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I spent the last year working as in home childcare and school support for a family with two boys ages 7 and 10. In that role I helped the kids sign on the zoom classes, kept track of their assignments and assisted them with their school work as well as made lunch for them and providing them with activities to do during screen...
Brigid can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Bridie worked with our family through the pandemic to support my two boys through remote learning. She is an INCREDIBLE caregiver, educator and positive influence in my boys' lives. Not only was she truly an educator supporting them in their 2nd and 4th grade...
Erin S.
Anna V.
Winooski, VT
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was in my early teens, and have always loved spending time with kids -- whether they're 3 months old or 12 years old. I grew up in Vermont, and got my degree at NYU. I live in Winooski, and my partner is in grad school at St Michael's College. I am calm, responsible, and happy to help with...
Anna can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
5.0
"I hired Anna while visiting from out of state to watch my three year old son while my husband and I went to a wedding. She went above and beyond to make me feel comfortable about hiring a sitter in a new town/state and she was wonderful with my son. I would highly...
James S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
Hi all,
My name is Belle. and I am a junior studying nursing at UVM.
I have been working as a full time nanny for the past two summers and have been babysitting since I was 15. I have experience with many ages ranging from 3 months to 12 years old. I do have a car and can help out families! I am willing to help out with...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Belle took our last-minute job, watched our two children and a friend’s son, (ages 7.’, 8, snd 9) and we wish she was a regular sitter for us. She was punctual, a good communicator, but most important, our girls warmed to her and had a lot of fun with Mad Libs,...
Care member
Isabella L.
Burlington, VT
$14-19/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I m Bella. I love spending time with kids. In addition to caring for siblings and cousins and babysitting through high school, I have worked with 3-5-year-olds in a pre-school setting in Arlington, MA and Burlington, VT. I enjoy baking, crafts, sports, and spending time outdoors. I am responsible, patient, caring and...
Isabella can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Bella cared for our 1st grader earlier this year and was absolutely terrific. She is very dependable and trustworthy.
I would highly recommend Bella to anyone looking for childcare!"
Justin M.
Yoko S.
South Burlington, VT
$35/hr • 20 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as friendly, personable, caring.
In my spare time, I like to go hiking, travel, and do yoga.
My skills include, cooking, doing laundry and cleaning.
5.0
"Yoko has been such a help for our family during a time between parental leave and full time daycare starting. She is flexible and reliable and has been able to come at the last minute when our plans change, which is so rare and appreciated! She has been great with...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Reliable, patient, and creative childcare provider with 10+ years of childcare experience through work as a nanny, babysitter, camp counselor, and environmental educator, and most recently, the lead teacher in a mixed-age elementary classroom. I recently relocated from Washington, DC where I worked as the lead teacher in a...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Throughout the time that she has cared for my two children, she has always been punctual and dedicated. Even through the tantrums and other challenges that toddlers can bring, Hannah has responded with patient and compassionate guidance while gently maintaining...
Nicole G.
5.0
(2)
Hello, my name is Layla.
I am 21 years old and have been working with children for the past 5 years, the last year as an assistant teacher for 2 and 3-year-olds. I started working with children at 16, babysitting around my neighborhood and within my family.
My hopes are to be a full-time, long term nanny. I love planning...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Layla is absolutely fantastic with children!! She took such great care and attention to my very busy 3 year old. He was asking for her again and again for the following days. She had the best activities lined up to keep everyone busy and having fun. She truly...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am Dariana, a recent graduate from UVM with a bachelor of science in early childhood education and a teaching license. My license is for early childhood, or children birth-grade 3.
I have experience with the Reggio-Emilia method, and I am familiar with best practices in preschool education. I have been both a head preschool...
Dariana can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Dariana to take care of our two daughters (3 and 6 years old). She made our girls feel so comfortable right away. She was in tune with their needs and played with them and engaged with them the whole time she was here. She's a great communicator and always...
Agnes B.
Showing 1 - 20 of 60
Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Essex, NY
Michelle N.
5.0
Michelle is great! She’s babysat for us several times and is always reliable and the kids have a blast with her!
- Care member
Hazel E.
5.0
Hazel takes care of my animals, cooks each week for me, does a bit of basic care-giving, and generally pitches in where needed. She is incredibly kind and respectful. She lifts my spirits each time she comes. She is responsible, very thorough, and has her priorities straight. She is wise and...
- Betsy U.
Serena S.
5.0
Serena was great, she helped us out last minute for a family wedding. Very communicative before meeting and while caring for our boys, lots of experience with children. Our boys (8 mo old and 3 yo) both loved her. We were lucky to find her!
- Danielle C.
Carly L.
5.0
Carly is kind, intelligent, and funny. She is very responsible, hard working, and helpful. I can’t say enough good things about her.
- Care member
Megan M.
5.0
Megan is fantastic with our 3.5 year old son. He gets very excited on the days Megan comes to hang out with him. They go on bike rides, play superhero and just have FUN! As a parent I like that she NEVER has her phone out and that I can trust she will keep my child safe.
- Jessie T.
Additional Babysitter Services
Babysitter Articles
Do nannies get overtime?
November 13th, 2024 A common question when families hire a caregiver is: do nannies get paid overtime? The quick answer: yes. But according to the most recent ... Read more
The 19 best preschool apps for learning and fun
November 13th, 2024 While phones and tablets are no replacement for hands-on learning, there are a number of preschool apps out there that are fun and educational and that can ... Read more
How to teach kids about the diverse winter holidays around the world
December 4th, 2023 When December rolls around, it’s nearly impossible to enter a mall, watch TV or go online without the reminder that Christmas is coming. The Santa-laden hol... Read more
How to get a daycare job
February 8th, 2019 “Child care is really one of the hardest but also one of the most rewarding jobs,” says Angela Wolfe, owner of ... Read more
What do you need to work at a daycare?
February 8th, 2019 “When I was little, I loved taking care of kids who were littler than me,” says Angela Wolfe, owner of ... Read more
FAQs for finding a babysitter in Essex, NY:
How can I find a Essex babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Essex, 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 1 babysitters in Essex, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Essex, NY?
The average rate for Essex, NY babysitters on Care.com is $20.00 per hour as of November 2024. 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 Essex, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Essex, NY through Care.com. As of 2024, 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.