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I am Valentina, I have 6 years of experience as a babysitter and 2 as a teacher. I have a degree in art and culture focused on children.
I am a respectful, honest, cheerful, creative and very responsible person.
I'd describe my personality as responsible, honest and respectful.
I like working with kids because it is a job in...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Currently working M-F 7:30-4 p.m. schedule, looking for babysitting job that would be evenings or weekends. I have babysat previously in high school and continued to do so throughout college. While babysitting for the children I am use to bringing them to activities, helping with homework, light house keeping and meal...
Michaela can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Michaela watched our two kids for us for a while until her new job. The kids loved when she was here and always wanted to know is when she was coming again. She was punctual, polite, and responsible at all times. I would recommend her to anyone needing care for...
Mike O.
Diana J.
Brentwood, NY
$17/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there I'm an experience Home health aide
For the past 8 years. I am certified in PCA & HHA since 2017. I am a outstanding responsible and caring individual that loves giving more then I'm expected. I love being able to contribute to a family As a caregiver I have experience with Dementia, Alzheimer's, Hospice and more.
I...
5.0
"She is a great person she is lovely and caring person u would love how she is and having her around"
Glenis C.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have recent experience providing child care for children and special needs kids. I enjoyed playing games, arts & crafts, providing meals and transportation to various activities. I am dog friendly and able to tidy up and help with homework. In the past I have volunteered at church working in both the nursery and teaching...
Wendy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Pleasure to have working with my family. Never missed a day of work the whole time she was with us. Very organized and dependable great with children "
Amy H.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Cristal :) I've always loved working with kids. I'm always the go to babysitter mainly because I truly enjoy spending time with children. I appreciate all that comes with babysitting from the good to the not so great. I love arts & crafts and I'm a firm believer in learning through play.
I have an extensive...
Cristal can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cristal is very dependable. Amazing with any age kids. Very trustworthy, caring and loving. She gets very involved with different projects and assignments for kids."
Andzelika T.
Jaime S.
Smithtown, NY
$17-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Part-Time Caregiver Until Summer Then I Can Go Full-Time Lifeguard Also
5.0
(1)
My qualifications:
-I've been a part-time babysitter since 2009 from ages 3-12.
-I did full time babysitting last summer, ages 4-12.
-I have experienced in babysitting special needs children.
-I have been a certified lifeguard since 2010, also I am certified in CPR for all ages, certified in AED and First Aid. I student teach...
Jaime can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Jaime applied to our summer child care job and came to meet the family in person. She was absolutely lovely! She called the day of the interview to confirm, showed up on time and bonded with our kids very quickly (despite the fact that my 10 year old son was angry...
Shawna A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Umadai. Im 54. I am fully vaccinated against COVID19. I have 10+ years experience working with kids newborn-teen. I also have experience with special needs children and adults. I do not mind helping with small household chores. I look forward to hearing from you!
5.0
"Umadai and I have worked together in the past; she's compassionate, hardworking, and a motherly person who takes her job seriously. She gets along very well with children and takes care of them like her own. She can be fun, upbeat, and knows how to cheer you up...
Anuradha B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! My name's Jen. I'm 30 years old and live in Nesconset. I've been caring for children since I was 13, kids ranging from four weeks to 13 years old. I have experience teaching in daycares as an infant lead teacher and as a preschool lead teacher. I absolutely adore kids. I'm available nights after 6 p.m. and...
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Jen has watched our infant son since he was 4 months old, and we couldn't be happier with her care! She is prompt, considerate, and absolutely loving. She entertains him with songs, reads to him, helps him with his gross and fine motor skills, and makes him squeal...
Alison G.
Agnes S.
Deer Park, NY
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Agnes am 29years old I have five years experience in babysitting I love to care for kids. I care for kids of any age.
Agnes can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Agnes worked for us for about 3 years in taking care of our daughter. She is responsible and loving person, and she is great with kids. We love and appreciate her for all she did for our baby. "
Elizabeth W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Alyssa, I'm 26 years old and I live in the Holbrook area. I have years of experience and have worked with children of all ages. I currently work full time so I'm looking for something either part time or one time. I'm very responsible, trustworthy, patient and reliable. I am CPR, AED, and First Aid certified.
Alyssa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alyssa is a very kind and loving person. She always treated my son as her own. Unfortunately, my work schedule changed so I didn't need a sitter anymore but we miss her very much! "
Julie R.
5.0
(1)
Hello currently looking for a new position as a babysitting/nanny. I've worked with kids all my life and love doing so!
Erin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
4.7
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi all! My name is Bella! I am originally from New York, although previously I have spent time working in childcare in Colorado and Disney World. I am currently a cast member in Disney! I have years of experience in tutoring , babysitting, and working in childcare! I also am in school to be an educator. Please message me if you...
Isabella can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Isabella was amazing with our girls. She watch our 20 month old and 4.5 yr old. Our 4 yr old was very hesitant when we left. But by the time we came home, they were having such a great time. My 4 yr old was saying how nice she was and how much fun she had! She sent...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as caring, patient, and Kind.
I like working with kids because I grew with 2 younger brothers and have been babysitting since the age of 15 and I've always found that I learn so much from working with kids and watching them grow.
I'm looking for a job that is good at communicating what they...
Viviana can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Viviana was the BEST! Our schedules had a conflict but our boys 3yrs and 1yr loved her. She really helped take a burden off our family even stepping in to help with dishes in the sink and folding laundry for time to time when the kids were settled to keep our...
Anthony M.
Beth R.
Smithtown, NY
$24-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I possess a dual masters degree in Early Childhood regular and special education for birth-2nd grade. The past 10+ years I have devoted myself to teaching children in a way that meets their needs and encourages learning through play, fun and creativity. Also, for 10years, during summers, I worked at a camp as an athletic...
Beth can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Beth has been a godsend for my family.... if I had the need, I would hire her over and over again. As my kids were still virtual, I needed her help overseeing their learning and watching them while I was working. Being a certified teacher (in special ed as well),...
Diana P.
5.0
(2)
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Laundry. I love doing crafts and fun activities. I am extremely patient and good with children. I was a babysitter for 5 years now and a camp counselor for 6 years. I have a car and have been driving for 4 years now. I took a 2 year child development program...
Kayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
5.0
"Kayla has an obvious love for children. She has been a date night sitter for me for the past 5 years. I always come home to a happy child who played games and made crafts! He is always happy when he hears Kayla is babysitting!!! I highly recommend her!"
Melissa C.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My nickname was little mother. I started as a mother's helper when I was 11 and babysitting at 12. I worked at Apple Dumpling Play School when I was in high school then when Brookhaven Lab opened a day care, I worked there with all ages infant through 5 years. I then got an offer to work as a children's counselor on a cruise...
Kerrie can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kerrie was absolutely God-sent. I have always had my mother watch my kids and finally I had to hire out and I was so nervous. I found Kerrie on care.com and we had our first "interview" over video chat and I instantly knew she was the right fit. I told my husband...
Taylor M.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Nayra, I'm 28 years old and I'm from Brazil! I love working with children!
I have 5 years of experience taking care of children of all ages, as young as infants/toddlers to as old as 16 years old! I used to be an Au Pair and a nanny and I love to spend time with kids and have lots of fun!
I have experience in all the...
Nayra can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"She is a very hard working woman, and she is very good at what she does. You can count on her with a lot of things. She is very professional and is smart. She has her master's degree."
Matthew F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a 24-year-old individual who has been taking care of children since a child myself. I have experience with all ages, and I can provide multiple references upon request. Taking care of children has always come natural to me, and I enjoy helping with other family needs. If you have a pet, even better. I have a clean record...
Ashton can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ashton is fantastic with my kids and I trust him to care for my children, drive them in my vehicle and keep a key to my home. He works with my 9 and 10 year olds on homework, encourages outdoor play, works with my kids to maintain their rooms, helps pack the kids...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have a passion to help children become their best and happiest version of themselves. Since 14, I've helped out my family with taking care of my siblings and cousins. Even now, as some of them head into their teenage years, I'm there for any challenges they face. I've tutored young kids, around first to fifth grade, for five...
Michelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Michelle was great with my kids! We hired her for 2 full days when I had to work before the kids started school. She arrived early, was great with the kids, and I would definitely hire her again. The kids were so sad to see her leave - they had a lot of fun...
Nicole G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Anweshi. I have pretty much raised my younger cousin, then was a babysitter for our family friend's children. I have 2 years of baby-sitting experience as I have tutored kids with special needs and babysat young kids and teenagers. I have worked with mostly kids aged 4+ to teenagers of age 15-16. I work well...
Anweshi can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Anweshi is a very reliable and fantastic tutor. I highly recommend her!"
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Great River, NY
Michaela M.
5.0
Michaela watched our two kids for us for a while until her new job. The kids loved when she was here and always wanted to know is when she was coming again. She was punctual, polite, and responsible at all times. I would recommend her to anyone needing care for their kids.
- Mike O.
Diana J.
5.0
She is a great person she is lovely and caring person u would love how she is and having her around
- Glenis C.
Wendy M.
5.0
Wendy has worked for me for 6 years. I have a special needs daughter and she has been a life saver. She is very reliable and works well with my family. Anyone would be lucky to have her.
- Andrea I.
Cristal G.
5.0
Cristal is very dependable. Amazing with any age kids. Very trustworthy, caring and loving. She gets very involved with different projects and assignments for kids.
- Andzelika T.
Jaime S.
5.0
Jaime applied to our summer child care job and came to meet the family in person. She was absolutely lovely! She called the day of the interview to confirm, showed up on time and bonded with our kids very quickly (despite the fact that my 10 year old son was angry about something when she showed...
- Shawna A.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Great River, NY:
How can I find a Great River babysitter near me?
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How much do babysitters charge in Great River, NY?
The average rate for Great River, NY babysitters on Care.com is $17.00 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 Great River, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Great River, 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.