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60 babysitters are listed in Forest Hills, NY
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Forest Hills, NY
Armine G.
Forest Hills, NY
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
A Dedicated And Responsible Woman Seeking Position As A Babysitter
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced woman in child care and now have the opportunity to be part of your family. For one and a half years I have taken care of infants and children. I am infant and adult CPR Certified, hold a babysitters certificate and have completed two courses in childhood development. My most recent experience was with a...
Armine can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi all- my name is Christiana and I am currently a RN with a NICU (intensive care for infants) RN background with 5 plus years of experience. I will be looking for occasional baby-sitting jobs during my free time since I only work 4x a week. I love being around kids and have a lot of experience in caring for them! I have babysat...
Christiana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Christiana was the greatest. She took care of our son a few days a week from the time he was 3 months old. If we hadn't moved from NYC we would have kept her on as long as possible! She was always so confident and capable with our son even when he was so young, and...
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Rosario R.
Forest Hills, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a native of El Salvador and a legal resident here in New York since 2003. In my time here I have cared for many children. In my last childcare post, I worked for 5 years with a family in New Jersey. When I started with them they had 2 children and by the time I finished I was caring for their 5 beautiful children between...
Rosario can also help with: Travel, light cleaning
5.0
"Rosie was amazing with both of my children. At the time I hired her I had a 9 month old boy and she stayed with us until my 2nd was 2yo. She took such great care of them, and we still keep in touch with her to this day even though we moved. Any family would be...
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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: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our boy, F., is almost 2 and a half years old. Katelyn was his full time nanny for a year (starting when F. was around 1) until we put him in daycare. We still call on Katelyn regularly for babysitting. She is dependable, fun, and kind. F. loves her so much and so...
Becca F.
Gabriella S.
Forest Hills, NY
$15-24/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hello! My Name Is Gabriella And I Am A 19 Year Old Who Is A Nursing Student.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as responsible, caring, and organized.
I like working with kids because it gives me joy and I am happy taking care of others.
I started working with kids when I was 12 years old.
One thing you should know about me is I am very trust worthy.
Me and my sister are 10 years apart so I always...
Gabriella can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Gabriella is mature beyond her years. Reliable, communicative and always on time, Gabriella provided loving care to our daughter who was less than 2 years old while we worked from home. My daughter learned so much during her time, from colors, to counting, to the...
Philip K.
5.0
(1)
I have always cared for children, from my siblings, to neighborhood children, to helping to raise my friends children.
Tracey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Hello! I am a 23-year-old, experienced babysitter! I have lived in the city for a little over four years. I live in an apartment in Queens near my college, I was attending York CUNY College. I am currently taking a small break to save up money! I was born and raised in East Hampton, NY. My major in college is Social Work, I have...
Pamela can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sarah, and I am a current school psychology doctoral candidate at St. John's university! I have experience working with children through a variety of previous babysitting employments (children ranging from 6 months to 12 years), being a sleep away camp counselor for 11-year-olds, as well as volunteering. Much of...
Hello, my name is Lulu! I am an 18-year-old sophomore college student. I have previously worked as a summer camp counselor at Frost Valley for a cabin of 7-11-year-olds. I have also sat for my neighbors' son afterschool as well as my 2 younger cousins since they were 3 years old. Additionally, I am very comfortable with pets...
Safaa B.
Forest Hills, NY
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm a creative and friendly childcare provider with six years of experience caring for children of various ages. My passion for making a positive impact on young lives and supporting families inspired me to become a caregiver.
I communicate with parents through written daily reports and verbal discussions during pickup, always...
Mbawemi K.
Forest Hills, NY
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have multiple years of experience due to babysitting my younger cousins, ages ranging from 6 months - 8-year-olds, which was unpaid. However, I have about 6 months of paid experience with a 6-year-old. Additionally, I have completed morning drop-offs (walking to the bus stop and drop-off to daycare), as well as getting ready...
Mbawemi can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Hunter R.
Forest Hills, NY
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Hunter! I have four years of child care experience through volunteer work, teaching art classes, and babysitting. I know that children are our future, so I am happy to do my part by helping provide them with a patient, enriching, and encouraging environment. I am energetic and love having fun, but I also think teaching...
Hunter can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Welcome to my profile! I'm so happy you're here. I am a recent graduate of Cornell University with childcare experience in a variety of environments, including:
- Public after-school programs, where I was responsible for engaging over 40 elementary school students with crafts, homework, and outdoor playtime.
- A special...
Bailey can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I am a general physician that graduated in Ecuador and I'll be happy to take care of your children, they bring the best of me.
I'd describe my personality as playful, patient, trustworthy, good listener and compassionate.
I like working with kids because they bring joy, happiness, satisfaction to my life and I learn a lot...
Iris B.
Forest Hills, NY
$20-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as very friendly and easy going.
I like working with kids because I have a few younger siblings that I take care of and I have done plenty of babysitting jobs. I look at babysitting more as spending time with the kids.
I'm looking for a job that isn't too far from me and works with my schedule.
Hello families! I am Yifan, I have experience in taking care with kids, and play with them, teach them. I am a reliable, patient, and nice person, I have more than 4 years as Au pair/ teacher/ babysitter. From infants to school age. I love to play with kids, doing crafts, read story books, building LEGOS, help with homework,...
Yifan can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ziyoda K.
Forest Hills, NY
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I possess a deep-rooted passion for nurturing the growth and development of young minds, which led me to pursue a career as a childcare provider. With over three years of experience, I'm confident in my ability to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children of various age groups.
I believe that every...
Raoxu T.
Forest Hills, NY
$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Dear Hiring Parents,
My name is Esme, and I'm delighted to apply for the nanny position with your family. With my college degree in nutrition and food science, I'm all about keeping your little ones healthy and happy. Kids are my passion, and I absolutely love creating fun activities that foster their mental and physical...
Raoxu can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a passionate advocate for child development and well-being with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology. I bring both academic knowledge and practical experience to the table.
For many years, I have been immersed in various roles involving children, ranging from tutoring and mentoring to volunteering at local childcare centers....
Momthaj can also help with: Light cleaning
I first started my career after college as an Assistant 2nd grade teacher. Needing something more lucrative, I began a successful career in HR but now I want to take a step back and return to pursuing my passions. One of my biggest passions is children. I have met some pretty amazing kids of all ages so I am open to age. I'm...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Forest Hills, NY
Christiana M.
5.0
Christiana is an outstanding babysitter, but she is so much more than that. She is, at the core, a good person with high integrity. Chris cared for our son from the time he was 2-4 years old when we lived in NYC. She also took care of our newborn daughter several times before we relocated. Chris...
- Echo W.
Rosario R.
5.0
Rosie was amazing with both of my children. At the time I hired her I had a 9 month old boy and she stayed with us until my 2nd was 2yo. She took such great care of them, and we still keep in touch with her to this day even though we moved. Any family would be lucky to have her. She always made...
- Care member
Katelyn N.
5.0
Our boy, F., is almost 2 and a half years old. Katelyn was his full time nanny for a year (starting when F. was around 1) until we put him in daycare. We still call on Katelyn regularly for babysitting. She is dependable, fun, and kind. F. loves her so much and so do we! Katelyn is part of our...
- Becca F.
Gabriella S.
5.0
Gabriella is mature beyond her years. Reliable, communicative and always on time, Gabriella provided loving care to our daughter who was less than 2 years old while we worked from home. My daughter learned so much during her time, from colors, to counting, to the alphabet and always looked forward...
- Philip K.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Forest Hills, NY:
How can I find a Forest Hills babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Forest Hills, 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 37 babysitters in Forest Hills, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 Forest Hills, NY?
The average rate for Forest Hills, NY babysitters on Care.com is $21.11 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 Forest Hills, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Forest Hills, 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.
Ratings for Forest Hills, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Forest Hills, NY are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.