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60 babysitters are listed in Farmingdale, NY
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Farmingdale, NY
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Crystal and I am 33 years old. I am a graduate of Long Island University Post Campus with my Bachelor's degree and teaching certification in Childhood Education. I have a Master's Degree and am certified in General and special Education.
I have been teaching for 10 years and have experience working with...
Crystal can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"As a single father of two young girls, finding the right babysitter was of the utmost importance to me. With a busy work schedule that keeps me out of the house more often than I'd like, I needed someone I could trust to not only care for my daughters but also...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mother of four grown children. I have a 9-month-old grandson. I ran a licensed home day care in Manhattan for five years and a licensed family day care in Long Island for 10 years. I am now offering individual care for families in need of an extremely experienced and qualified babysitter. I am very loving, reliable,...
Robin can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I had to come out of state for a wedding. I needed a babysitter for my fussy 8 month old son. Robin watched him for a long evening. She was flexible, attentive, and very comfortable caring for him. We are very thankful for the excellent care she provided. She...
Michelle S.
Christina K.
Farmingdale, NY
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
I live in Farmingdale, but am willing to travel. 3+ years of experience caring for children of various ages and can provide references if needed! :)
Christina can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
4.0
"Christina cared for my, at the time, 10-month-old daughter and she was excellent. Once I showed her our routine, she caught on right away. She helped with tasks such as diaper changes, feedings & bottle refills, bath & nap time, etc."
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I have been working with kids for years now! I am a student teacher, so I will be a certified K-12 music teacher this May! I have experience working in schools, babysitting, and various summer camp jobs. I love to cook and clean, and I would be happy to help kids with their homework!
Giovanna can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mom of 2. I have watched many children over the years. I have worked also at a daycare. I have excellent references. Please call to talk further. Thanks.
Kathleen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Responsable and Attentive Spanish Speaker Babysitter with 10+ Experience looking after children on weekdays an weekends. Vigilant about children's safety.
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Agnesa H.
Farmingdale, NY
$25-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am the oldest of 25 grandkids and have helped babysit all of them over the years. Through this, I have always loved kids since I was surrounded by them my whole life. I love being a role model and doing what I can to teach kids how to grow up to be someone they would be proud of. I'm looking for a way to earn money while doing...
Agnesa can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
From 2016 to 2018 I worked as a teacher's assistant in classrooms with pre-school aged children, both with special needs and without special needs. In that time period I was also a one-to-one aide for a 3-year-old with a physical disability. I am a patient and nurturing caregiver experienced in taking care of children with...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Grace H.
Farmingdale, NY
$25-41/hr • 2 yrs exp
1.0
(1)
Hi my name is Grace and I am 22 years old. I am currently a full time nanny for a family during bf the day but I am looking for something in the morning before hand!
I like working with kids because they have such a creative imagine and that makes me look at the world in so many different ways.
I started working with kids...
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Katherine P.
Farmingdale, NY
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi I'm Kate. I've been a pastry chef for the past 9 years, while taking care of my 4-year-old niece who is my best friend. I love sharing my passion for baking with kids and find that they love cooking and baking too. I also have experience as a camp counselor and various babysitting jobs.
Emily O.
Farmingdale, NY
$22-27/hr • 9 yrs exp
I have been babysitting for 9+ years now! I have been a substitute teacher for the past two years and I have a bachelors degree in elementary education and I'm currently working towards my masters degree for literacy education. I have also been a camp counselor for the past three years!
Kristina L.
Farmingdale, NY
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm reliable, caring and responsible. I love children of all ages and have 5 years of experience. I can help with light housekeeping, crafts with the children and cooking. I am very flexible and have a great background.
I am a NYS certified early childhood/ special education teacher. I have almost 30 years experience working in early childhood. I started started babysitting when I was 16, and since then, I have worked in childcare centers, special education programs and pre-k centers. For the past 10 years, I have been working for the NYC DOE...
Gizel can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Leona G.
Farmingdale, NY
$24-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello - My name is Leona. I've lived in Farmingdale since 1994 with my husband. I was a legal secretary in NYC until 2000 when I had my daughter and simultaneously was the primary caregiver to my mother who had emphasema, COPD and eventually developed dementia and has since passed on. I started working for a family with 3...
My name is Isabelle, and I am excited to offer my services as a part-time nanny. With over six years of experience working with children, including those with special needs, I have developed a deep passion for supporting children's growth and development in safe, nurturing environments. In addition to my experience, I currently...
Isabelle can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
Working with children is my passion. I've worked with children as a teacher, tutor, caregiver, step in parental figure, counselor, and group leader. I'm a NYS certified teacher birth-6 and i'm currently at Hofstra University obtaining my masters degree in Special Education, Early Intervention and Applied Behavior Analysis. For...
Arielle can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
Grace H.
Farmingdale, NY
$22/hr • 4 yrs exp
I've dedicated the last four years of my life to childcare because I find it incredibly rewarding to positively influence a child's development and support families by providing reliable care. My patient and calm demeanor, combined with my creativity and friendly nature, allows me to connect easily with children and create a...
One thing you should know about me is I am a very flexible person, I think communication is a key for everything in life.
I love kids and dogs and I am very comfortable with them.
I am a very caring person I always try to understand the kids and what they need.
I am good with kids I am very good with babies I feel they always...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Hey!! My name is Adrianna and I am looking forward to giving you your well deserved "me-time" and to give your kids a great morning/afternoon! Currently studying early education at Queens college and hoping to gain more childcare experience! I would also be willing to help out with any household tasks or errands that you need an...
Adrianna can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Shani B.
Farmingdale, NY
$24-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm a dedicated childcare provider with 5 years of experience in nurturing and educating children aged 0-11. My passion for fostering children's growth and development, along with my desire to support families, led me to this rewarding career.
As a patient, calm, and creative individual, I create a safe and stimulating...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Farmingdale, NY
Crystal L.
5.0
As a single father of two young girls, finding the right babysitter was of the utmost importance to me. With a busy work schedule that keeps me out of the house more often than I'd like, I needed someone I could trust to not only care for my daughters but also serve as an educator, tutor, and role...
- Care member
Robin G.
5.0
I had to come out of state for a wedding. I needed a babysitter for my fussy 8 month old son. Robin watched him for a long evening. She was flexible, attentive, and very comfortable caring for him. We are very thankful for the excellent care she provided. She helped set our minds at ease after...
- Michelle S.
Christina K.
4.0
Christina cared for my, at the time, 10-month-old daughter and she was excellent. Once I showed her our routine, she caught on right away. She helped with tasks such as diaper changes, feedings & bottle refills, bath & nap time, etc.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Farmingdale, NY:
How can I find a Farmingdale babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Farmingdale, 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 29 babysitters in Farmingdale, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.0. 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 Farmingdale, NY?
The average rate for Farmingdale, NY babysitters on Care.com is $22.21 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 Farmingdale, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Farmingdale, 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 Farmingdale, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Babysitters in Farmingdale, NY are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.