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60 babysitters are listed in Holtsville, NY
The average rate is $18/hr as of December 2024
The average years of experience for babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Holtsville, NY
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, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Anweshi is a very reliable and fantastic tutor. I highly recommend her!"
Care member
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cristal has helped my husband and I with our newborn son who is now 4 months old. During covid we both worked from home and Cristal was a literal God send, she was ON time, respectful, and clean(we are germaphobes). She was able to take care of him while we worked...
Taylor J.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Alyssa, I am 23 years old and an inspiring Social Worker! I have 2 years of childhood educational courses, 4 years of working in school childcare, and 8+ years working with families! I have babysat from newborn-12 years old. I also was a nanny for an infant until they were about 1 years old. I have worked...
Alyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"she was such a lifesaver for us I was in a bind and sick and husband had a doctors appointment. Alyssa came and was so incredible with our 6 month old. she's on time, hardworking and so caring cannot wait to have her over again."
Kryssie S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! Since 2016, I've worked with children in various settings. Thoughtful engagement, reliable routines and consideration of a child's feelings are the foundational elements behind my childcare approach. I believe in creating rapport based on mutual respect and lessons tied to responsibility. I'm capable of the full gamut of...
Matthew can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Matt is extremely reliable, trustworthy, and detail oriented! My boys love having him come over to babysit and become very excited when they know he is coming. I highly recommend Matt! "
Meredith D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Tanya. I am an energetic mom of two grown children. I am retired with 20 years of service with the New York City Board of Education, working with the Universal Pre-K Program, as well as with the upper grades. After retiring, I knew that I had to return to what I do best and missed so dearly. I sought out and...
Tanya can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Tanya has been such a gift to our family. She started watching/teaching my 4-year-old son back in September 2020 after we decided to keep him home from preschool. I was able to work from home, but needed help watching and preparing him for kindergarten. We were so...
Stephanie K.
4.7
(3)
Taking care of children is my passion. Allowing them to grow, explore, and learn is a rewarding experience that keeps me excited. I am dependable, responsible, and honored to take care of the children I meet and have a positive impact on their lives. I have up-to-date CPR and First Aid and BLS certifications. I'm also certified...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Early Education
5.0
"samantha work for my father three years ago and i couldn’t ask for a better person for my father she was so kind and passionate to him that he never want anyone else to take care of him thanks honey keep up the good work 🙏🏽"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello . . . I am the Grandma to 2 toddlers and the Mom to 3 grown Children. Needless to say, I have many years of experience taking care of children. During this pandemic I was taking care of my Grandchildren 3 afternoons a week, while their parents work from home. I am currently furloughed from my full-time job. I am a patient,...
Jacqueline can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Jackie cared lovingly for our two-year-old daughter for several months during the pandemic. She turned what was a stressful time into one that ran smoothly. She developed a strong bond with our daughter, who would ask for Jackie on her days off and get sad when...
Patrice C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I love spending time with kids, and I have a lot of experience babysitting! I have three younger siblings that I often take care of. Additionally, I am a regular babysitter for a family with young twins who have down syndrome and a daughter. Some of my other regular jobs include watching a 10-year-old girl and younger kids...
Amanda can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Amanda was AMAZING. We left our 5 month old with Amanda for two consecutive wedding events over a weekend. This was the first time we'd ever left our baby with a sitter. Amanda was so fantastic - first we FaceTimed to meet and we stayed connected until the wedding...
Nikki R.
Jaime S.
Smithtown, NY
$15-20/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, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, 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
(8)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Amanda and I have been caring for children for as long as I can remember. I grew up in a large loving family surrounded by wonderful children. I love children and growing up with a mother that ran her own daycare opened up my eyes and heart to the world of child care. I have been a babysitter since the age of...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Amanda was great with my 4 year and 11 month old! They had lots of fun with her. She is warm, responsible, and engaging. We'll definitely hire her again! Highly recommend."
Elsa M.
Hailey H.
Port Jefferson, NY
$20-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as hard working, caring, and intelligent.
I started working with kids when I was about 13 years old, volunteering at a local church camp. I have been working with children ever since - babysitting, tutoring, and coaching soccer. I have worked as a summer camp counselor for the past six years!
In...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hi I was reading your bio with babysitting and I am very interested on hiring a baby sitter for my 1 year old daughter it won’t let me message you because I don’t have premium on here "
Enacie G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a 26-year-old certified Teacher Assistant with over seven years of experience. I graduated from Stony Brook University with a Bachelor's in Biology and plan to attend graduate school for Education. I have experience caring for children of all ages, both with and without special needs, and am trained in Nonviolent Crisis...
Annmarie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I first became acquainted with Annemarie through care.com, and she is one of the loveliest people I know. She has been working with my children for several years now, is incredibly kind, patient, loving and reliable. Our family all love her. On a couple of...
Sophia T.
5.0
(2)
Hello.... my name is Dena. I'm a kind hearted and loving woman who adores children. I have many years experience caring and nurturing children of all ages
Dena can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Dena is absolutely amazing. She started working with my son when he was 6 months old. I would recommend Dena to anyone searching for that special someone to take care of your child."
Kayla D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Eleanore and I love working with children. I graduated from Loyola University Maryland in 2018 with a Bachelors Degree in elementary education. During my summers I was also a camp counselor to fifth and sixth grade girls. After graduating, I taught sixth grade for three years in Maryland. I moved back to...
Eleanore can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"Eleanore is wonderful and I highly recommend her! She was flexible and always on time. She responded to all of my communications in a timely manner. I plan to hire her again in the near future."
Kelli D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Alyssa and I am currently working on becoming a certified teacher in New York! I taught 5th grade for 2 years in South Carolina and loved every minute of it. Since I do not teach over the summer, I am looking for a job(s)! I have my Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education, so I could tutor your child, as...
Alyssa can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alyssa is simply amazing. Her experience and training as a teacher come through clearly in her work. She is caring, patient, creative, and bonded immediately with our boys. She was firm when she needed to be and took the time to teach them things, not just...
James S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a junior in college who has 5 years of experience. I can help with travel, errands, homework, you name it! I have my own car and am willing to provide any transportation needed. I also have a part-time job where I work around people constantly and have volunteered regularly at the hospitals through school programs. I love...
Hanna can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have 3 boys and have utilized Hanna for years, she has cared for my now 3 year old since he was a newborn and the others as young boys. She is "beyond her years" as far as dependability, punctuality, responsibility and the care she provides....and not to mention...
Rebekah L.
Jessica H.
Mount Sinai, NY
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jessica. I attended SUNY Cortland and received a degree in Childhood/ Early Childhood education. I am furthering my studies at Touro College to soon receive my masters degree in teaching English as a second language. I am currently a NYS certified teacher (birth through sixth grade). I have many years of...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Very sweet young woman. Interacted very well with my 11 year old son. She was delightful! Would hire again in a heartbeat!"
Denise D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Ever since I was little I had a love for babies. There is no better feeling than having their parents call you saying my child is asking for you. They say, " Choose a Job You Love, and You Will Never Have To Work a Day in Your Life." This is what I love to do. I want to make a difference in a child's life. I graduated from Suny...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Samantha was great I highly recommend her!"
Megan O.
Patricia G.
Lake Grove, NY
$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Babysitter/ Nanny Available With References And Experience.
4.9
(8)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I was a nanny for 5 years of two toddler age children. I also have worked as a teachers assistant for Syosset schools which involves supervising children . I was a School Crossing Guard with Nassau County Police Department during which I worked a number babysitting positions that included ages infant to toddler. Not to mentioned...
Patricia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Patty is amazing always on time dependable reliable the kids really really like her my 5 year old loves her drawing skills and my 3 year old loves playing kitchen with her me and my husband are very happy and felt at ease with her instantly we both are working...
Jennel W.
Lauren M.
Centereach, NY
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a nanny and have 7 years of experience, I am CPR and first aid certified. Currently working with special needs adults and I work as a nanny to a lovely couple on the weekends. I love working with kids it brings me such joy and I am looking for a full time position, hopefully long term. I love children they are so joyful and...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Very sweet with my daughter, always on time. Kept a consistent work quality."
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Holtsville, NY
Anweshi D.
5.0
Anweshi is a very reliable and fantastic tutor. I highly recommend her!
- Care member
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.
Alyssa G.
5.0
Alyssa was on time for interview. she is so sweet and professional. she is very mature and I didn't realize how old she was. I love her experience and how she interacted with my son. We will be using her this weekend. So excited.
- Jennifer H.
Matthew S.
5.0
Matthew was great with our 7 y/o son. Also: punctual, responsible, quick with text responses and great personality.
- Kara T.
Tanya B.
5.0
Tanya has been such a gift to our family. She started watching/teaching my 4-year-old son back in September 2020 after we decided to keep him home from preschool. I was able to work from home, but needed help watching and preparing him for kindergarten. We were so blessed to find Tanya, who is warm,...
- Stephanie K.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Holtsville, NY:
How can I find a Holtsville babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Holtsville, 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 Holtsville, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. 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 Holtsville, NY?
The average rate for Holtsville, NY babysitters on Care.com is $18.18 per hour as of December 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 Holtsville, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Holtsville, 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 Holtsville, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Holtsville, NY are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.