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60 babysitters are listed in Far Rockaway, NY
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Far Rockaway, NY
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name Deondra and I love working with children. I attended NYU so homework help is never an issue! I also have experience working in the NYC public school system. I can give you my word that your children will be safe and well attended with me.
Deondra can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Deondra is amazing! Our family hired her to help our 6th grader who is struggling with reading comprehension and math concepts. She came in with a game plan on how to help her improve and helpful things we should do outside of our tutoring sessions. We are starting...
Care member
Celeste M.
Far Rockaway, NY
$20-26/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Celeste, I am 25 years old and I am from Nicaragua.
I am looking for weekend work, or if you need me during the week at night, if you have a commitment and want someone responsible to feed your children, put them to bed and keep an eye on them I am here!
I have 3 years of experience with Jewish families, I...
Celeste can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Alicesa I am 28 years old and I have great experience with kids . I actually have 2 of my own . I am very reliable and responsible and I am currently looking for a job because I need to support and take care of my children . if interested please give me a call or message me. thank you !!
Alicesa can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Alicesa is such a pleasure to work with! I can't express the fear I had hiring a baby sitter for my baby, she made me very comfortable and proved to me (being that she had her own kids) that she will care for my son as if he were her own. Alicesa and I met through...
Sherona M.
4.9
(10)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Christina and I have a lot of experience babysitting and teaching. I also have this experience due to a previous job of mine working at a summer program with these ages. I am caring, nurturing and will make sure that your child is always well taken care of.
Christina can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Christina is very professional, she was responsive and punctual. She's a natural care taker, so great with my 3 kids. I can feel safe to say that I would absolutely recommend her to babysit for all of my close friends and family members."
Samantha S.
Samantha N.
Franklin Square, NY
$40/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Samantha. I am 23 years old and I have tons of experience babysitting. I have been babysitting for over 10 years. My experience with children has led me to know I want to become a teacher! I have experience with children from infancy thru pre-teens. I also have two younger sisters and have been my Mom's "mother's...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Samantha babysits for my son, and has since he was 6 months old (he is 2 now). She is really good with him, playing with him and making sure he gets his bath and gets in bed on time.
She is incredibly reliable and trustworthy. Any family would be lucky to have...
Tracy B.
Racine F.
Ozone Park, NY
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a friendly and very caring babysitter with 14 years of experience. I'm motivated to help children become happy and healthy. I'm currently seeking a full/part-time job. I've worked with new born babies and older. I'm very flexible and have great references, so feel free to call me for any additional information. I am...
Racine can also help with: Travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Racine has been wonderful with my son. She cares for him very well, helping with homework and trips to the park. He adores her and always asks when she will be coming back. I have seen my stress levels drop since she has become our regular care giver. She is warm,...
Jennie S.
Nyaira S.
Lynbrook, NY
$17/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hello Parents! My name is Nyaira, and I'm a 24-year-old student studying communication media/film! I am looking for a job while I continues my studies at school.
I have experience working with children from 3 months old to middle school age, including special needs children. I've worked with multiple families through care. com,...
Nyaira can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nyaira was punctual, respectful, great communication throughout the whole process. She connected instantly with my 2 children (3 and 4yrs old) and I felt safe leaving them home with her. They asked for her the next morning, so i know they liked her as well....
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! I'm Aniya and I work full-time for the State of New York with a Bachelors Degree in Health Science. Over the years, I have cared for children from newborn and as old as 13 yrs! With that being said I am always open to caring for those of an older age. I have also worked in (2) daycares in the summers of 2015 and...
Aniya can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Aniya is one of my closest friends! Hence us having the same name.. She has cared for my younger brother during the summer while my mom worked and I attended summer school. The next summer my younger brother had the choice to either go to camp or stay under Aniya's...
Aniya B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Leidy, I'm 26 and I am an international student looking to do some overtime. I love children and I have a lot of experience with them. In Colombia I have worked with children from 5 months to 14 years old. And currently I take care of a 13-month-old baby, I have been with him for 8 months and he is an important part...
5.0
"Very sweet and loving with my son. She was timely and engaged. "
Gabriella U.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a 24-year-old part time student majoring in Psychology! So I know how crucial the early stages of development are for a child! Being around children to help shape their lives has been rewarding enough; along with enjoying the little moments of joy, laughter and watching them fulfill all their milestones along the way is the...
Valerie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Valerie is so fun, warm and kind--we hired her for a week to fill in when my nanny was on vacation and she seamlessly came into place. She was engaging with my 2 kids (ages 4 and 2) and did a great job keeping them entertained and outside. I think our screen time...
Courtney V.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"She is amazing and you should hire her!"
Abe M.
5.0
(1)
My name is Kathyann and I am a child-focus Nanny with more than 10 years of experience in providing care for newborns and school age children within private home setting and during travel and vacation. Highly dedicated to fostering nurturing environments and designing engaging activities to drive children social and intellectual...
Kathyann can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kathyann has been our daughters full time Nanny for over three years. She is always on time (often early), reliable, dependable and invests with love, affection and focus. She takes the time to read and play with our daughter, never turning on the TV. Prepares...
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Katelyn N.
Forest Hills, NY
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.5
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Katelyn! I'm 31 years old and live in Forest Hills. I have been a babysitter/nanny in Queens for about 12 years now and it has been such an important and rewarding part of my life. I'm certified in CPR/ First Aid, Water Safety Instruction, and Lifeguarding. I also have my own vehicle. Feel free to ask any...
Katelyn can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Katelyn is a fantastic babysitter! She is mature, reliable, and communicative. Most of all, she is wonderful with kids. She has been babysitting my three children (ages 9, 7, and 6), and they are thrilled to see her every time she comes over. She genuinely...
Terri G.
Rachel C.
Brooklyn, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Highly Experienced, Skilled, Certified ,kind & Compassionate Childcare Provider Who Loves Kids!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experienced, Knowledgeably, dependable and compassionate childcare provider, with early childhood development and a high satisfaction rate with continuous referrals for repeat and new care.
Highly energetic, patient, multi skilled, polite and extremely competent nanny with a track record of supervising children from infant to...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rachel was our nanny for our daughter for 10 months starting at age 1, up until we decided to send her to a two's program in September 2022. We would still like to hire Rachel when she is available and we need a sitter to watch our daughter! She was a wonderful...
Holly W.
5.0
(1)
I truly love children. I am a retired elementary school teacher with 40 years of experience specializing in 3-year-olds. I also have two grown daughters. I can help with Light Housekeeping. I am also an accomplished cook and offer my services in this area.
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"We are so lucky to have met Liz! She has seamlessly jumped into the kids routines and her experience/background has been a perfect fit for our family!"
Suzanne F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Aminah I am a 26-year-old NJ native living in NYC currently looking for a full time caregiver position with a family where I can utilize my skills & build long term relationships in a personal/professional setting. I am caring, adaptable, hardworking, & passionate about the kids I work with. I can ensure...
Aminah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Aminah radiates such positive energy, and always came to work in a good mood. She's attentive, charismatic, and found great ways to get the kids engaged in outdoor activities and off of the electronics! She is the perfect candidate for any childcare position."
Stefanie D.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Gabbie and I am 22 years old. I've had experience babysitting younger siblings and family friends' children. I have worked at a daycare (Early Learning Center in Garden City, NY) for 3 years. I also worked at The Nature Place Day Camp in Chestnut Ridge, NY for 2 summers. I am very spirited and work very well...
Gabbie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She tries her best in everything she does and she has babysat for me multiple times. I don't trust anyone to watch my kid while I'm away like I trust her. She gets along with my kids as well as my animals and that means everything to me. Letting her babysit your...
Gabby R.
5.0
(5)
Hi! My name is Malinda, and I am a 24-year-old graduate of John Jay College. I have extensive experience working with children in various capacities. Most notably, I served as an after-school group leader at a community center. In this role, I was responsible for ensuring the safety and appropriate behavior of students. I also...
Malinda can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I recommend Malinda. She's always considerate and helpful. I've known her for almost 5 years and she has always been reliable"
Tara W.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sam and I have had over six years of working in different child-centric careers, starting with babysitting and going through tutoring as well as Nursery Attendant. I am especially great with younger kids but love all kids!
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sam was wonderful with our two girls (9mo. and 2.5 yrs). She filled in for two full days when our regular childcare fell through. Very sweet and attentive, I was a bit frazzled and didn't give her much guidance, but she figured everything out on her own, and did a...
Care member
5.0
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Skylah. I am currently working as an Infant Toddler Teacher. I am attending Queens College as a double major for Early and Elementary Education & Psychology. I also have my associates degree in Childhood Education. I have 8 years of childcare experience through babysitting, summer youth programs, NYCDOE after school...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We use Skylah for date nights and just days we need extra support. She is very resourceful, educated and kind. If our kids weren't older, we would've hired her full time!"
Kevin P.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Far Rockaway, NY
Deondra M.
5.0
Deondra is amazing! Our family hired her to help our 6th grader who is struggling with reading comprehension and math concepts. She came in with a game plan on how to help her improve and helpful things we should do outside of our tutoring sessions. We are starting to see small improvements and...
- Care member
Alicesa R.
5.0
Alicesa is such a pleasure to work with! I can't express the fear I had hiring a baby sitter for my baby, she made me very comfortable and proved to me (being that she had her own kids) that she will care for my son as if he were her own. Alicesa and I met through the app and became friends after...
- Sherona M.
Christina M.
5.0
Christina is amazing! We have a very strong willed almost 3-year-old and she absolutely loved Christina! They played together for 2 hours straight. Can't wait to use her again!
- Mairead O.
Samantha N.
5.0
Samantha has been my after school babysitter since January 2018.
Samantha is very dependable has become like a big sister to my girls. She loves them like they are her own sisters.
Sam is very responsible and I trust her to drive my children to and from various activities and prepare their...
- Shannon G.
Racine F.
5.0
Racine has been wonderful with my son. She cares for him very well, helping with homework and trips to the park. He adores her and always asks when she will be coming back. I have seen my stress levels drop since she has become our regular care giver. She is warm, and professional, very calm...
- Jennie S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Far Rockaway, NY:
How can I find a Far Rockaway babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Far Rockaway, 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 22 babysitters in Far Rockaway, 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 Far Rockaway, NY?
The average rate for Far Rockaway, NY babysitters on Care.com is $21.50 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 Far Rockaway, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Far Rockaway, 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 Far Rockaway, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Far Rockaway, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.