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60 babysitters are listed in Islip, NY
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Islip, NY
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a loving and caring person who would love to find a family to care for. I cared for three children for five years who when they were 5, 9 and 11 enrolled in school full-time no longer needed me. I started caring for a 5-year-old each day but they went on to high school. I have
been caring for an almost 3-year-old, since he...
Leslie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"Leslie has cared for my daughter for a year and a half. She is extremely dependable and helpful. My daughter adores her!"
Jennifer B.
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 has been taking care of my child for the last 7 years. He is special needs. She is very caring, Responsible, and attentive to all his needs. I would highly recommend her.
She is phenomenal."
Omaira V.
5.0
(1)
I'm looking for a part time job in the morning.
I took care of several happy children ages 05 months - 6 years old. My responsibilities with the kids were driving them to activities, playdates, dinner time, bath time, date nights, homework, meals, etc.
I'm a great swimmer, I love the water! I'm also OK with pets!
I have a...
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Vicky worked for our family during a couple weekends and the kids simply LOVE her! She’s active, very organized and is always on top of everything. She helped us with driving kids to activities, playdates, meal prep and bed time - Would definitely recommend her! "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, I have two grown children of my own and can appreciate the importance of your endeavor. I have worked at a middle school for 10+ years helping children with special needs. I can assist with homework after school activities and play dates The school does background check so that should provide some extra peace of mind...
Karen can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
5.0
"Karen is a lovely woman. Never did we have to worry about someone not tending to our children. She was great with homework and keeping the kids occupied. My kids like to be outside playing and she was always up for anything. I never had to worry about texting and...
Kerri O.
Kayla S.
West Islip, NY
$20-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello ! My name is Kayla
I'd describe my personality as responsible, kind, respectful. I like working with kids because they show you the true innocence that a child can have and show me that this world can really be so special. I'm looking for a job that I could help a family and encourage a sense of comfort and reliability...
Kayla can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Kayla was absolutely amazing! She was so great with my daughter and made an instant connection. you can tell she loves kids and want to make sure they have a great time. Will definitely rehire her in the future."
Jackie R.
Ashley L.
Bay Shore, NY
$15-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love working with kids, I always babysit, I work well with everyone and have no problems, kids love me. I love to play with them and make them smile, I will be glad with any job, but I rather to be with kids more then anything, I know how kids can be but no kid for me is difficult, I love kids and this is why my career is...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Isabella R.
Huntington Station, NY
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, I am Isabella. I am 22 years old and I am located in South Huntington. I graduated in May 2022 from SUNY Cortland and I am in between undergrad and grad school looking for a job to keep busy while I decide what I want to do with my life! I grew up in a big family with a lot of siblings and cousins, so I am great with kids. I...
Isabella can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is reliable, trustworthy, patient and follows through on all expectations set forth by family (parents).
I never worry when she is with my children. She puts my children in top priority-whether it's feeding them, getting them ready for bed, or when she does...
Laura C.
Gabriella D.
Huntington Station, NY
$20-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
College Education Major Looking For A Summer Job.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a 19-year-old college student majoring in education. I have 4 years of experience. I have babysat for multiple families ages range from 0-13 years old. I also have worked at a day care during the summer. I have my own car and love spending time with children.
Gabriella can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"I had just given up on my hunt when Gabby reached out to me in regards to caring for my daughter and hiring her was the best decision. She was absolutely amazing w my girl and with in two weeks my girl was in love with her as well. I worked from home but heard...
Karen R.
Margaret K.
West Babylon, NY
$33/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving Babysitter With Over 10 Years Of Experience Working With Children From Infants To School Age. I Am Available Full Time, Part Time And Weekends.
3.0
(1)
I am very focused and I take pride in working with the children I helped raise, some of whom are in college now. I have worked with children from infants to elementary school age children. I can assist with changing, bathing, feeding, homework, games, activities organizing/setting up of play dates and what ever the child's...
Margaret can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
3.0
"She told me she would call me to come by and meet my family and never called."
Linda D.
5.0
(1)
I am currently managing my family owned business. My hours are flexible. Prior to this position, I worked at a child care center as an infant teacher age group 6 weeks to 6 months for 5 years. During The 5 years I cared for 8 babies at a time with the help of a assistant. We would read them stories, give them tummy time, tend to...
Antoinette can also help with: Craft assistance
Alyssa V.
Holbrook, NY
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available On Weekdays And Weekends.
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
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
(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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jennifer was so wonderful with our two very jet lagged daughters. She kept them busy with fun activities. She was so thoughtful and friendly, caring and kind. She went above and beyond and we honestly can't say enough good things about her. The girls adored her. We...
Paul C.
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & 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 4 families in your neighborhood
Welcome families! A lil background ~ I started off working in preschools for over 4+ years where I worked with children of all ages. Through preschools + being a caregiver for families, I have 8 years of experience. Many parents would always admired and commended me of my efforts and hard work with their children in my care. Not...
Alexis can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"The best caregiver a person or family could ever want. She is very efficient and always ends up helping out even when it's on short notice. She goes above and beyond the expectations and provide a fun and save environment for our children. We're so glad that we...
Samantha F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Jill, I'm a mom of three grown children. I live in West Babylon work full time in Massapequa. I enjoy the outdoors, reading, arts and crafts. I try my best to get the kids to put the computers and gadgets away. I am available before and after work and/or weekend sitting. I have local references. I also am a...
Jill can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Jill took care of our 3 year old son in the evenings including picking him up from school, feeding him dinner, putting him to bed and reading/playing with him. She was always a calm, loving presence we fully trusted with our child. She even had to bring him to the...
Amita K.
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, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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: Meal prep, light cleaning
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
(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
CPR
First Aid
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.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked as a helping hand for busy parents and their children for over 15 years, and my experience in childcare and household management has directly improved the day-to-day life of the families I have worked for. As a full-time nanny, I have encountered a variety of children and family situations which has shaped me into...
Stephany can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She has an amazing of connecting with children! When she first started with my twin daughters they wouldn't talk to anyone. She brought them out of their shell and help them to become much more social"
Shari W.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a flexible and really social person. I am good at understanding children' s problems and wishes. I think the kids will be busy with me all the time because I am a really active person. Most of their time will be filled either with learning or different games. I am kind, curious, and get along with people with ease. I try to...
Alicia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Alicia was a very responsible worker she was sweet with a great way of work methods I would recommend her!"
Biany C.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Islip, NY
Leslie V.
5.0
Leslie has cared for my daughter for a year and a half. She is extremely dependable and helpful. My daughter adores her!
- Jennifer B.
Umadai D.
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 when you're feeling down! She's one of...
- Anuradha B.
Victoria K.
5.0
Vicky worked for our family during a couple weekends and the kids simply LOVE her! She’s active, very organized and is always on top of everything. She helped us with driving kids to activities, playdates, meal prep and bed time - Would definitely recommend her!
- Care member
Karen D.
5.0
Karen is great! She cared for our 3 kids after school. She was always on time and helped manage unpacking, homework, and helping to straighten up. We also trusted her to drive them safely to and from activities.
- Carrie Y.
Kayla S.
5.0
Kayla was absolutely amazing! She was so great with my daughter and made an instant connection. you can tell she loves kids and want to make sure they have a great time. Will definitely rehire her in the future.
- Jackie R.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Islip, NY:
How can I find a Islip babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Islip, 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 7 babysitters in Islip, 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 Islip, NY?
The average rate for Islip, NY babysitters on Care.com is $18.00 per hour as of January 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 Islip, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Islip, 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 Islip, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Islip, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.