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Find babysitters in Ithaca, NY that you’ll love
60 babysitters are listed in Ithaca, NY
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Ithaca, NY
Olivia S.
Ithaca, NY
$25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi there, my name is Olivia! I am a Physician Assistant graduate student with experience as a babysitter, housekeeper, and pet caretaker. My favorite age group to work with are toddlers, but I have experience will all ages, and am comfortable with all pets.
I am CPR/First Aid certified and have 7 years of experience as a...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Molly S.
Ithaca, NY
$18-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Molly! I have 2 years of experience in babysitting. I love to play board games, make crafts, and read books. I also enjoy spending time outside. I can help with light Housekeeping, errands, transportation, and pet care.
Molly can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Gabrielle S.
Ithaca, NY
$16/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi I'm Gabby! I Am A Rising Senior At Ithaca College And Have Spent My Summers As A Camp Counselor!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Gabby. I just graduated from Ithaca College and am home for the summer and coming school year. I have experience in childcare as I have been a sleep-away camp counselor and a babysitter. I love to have fun and learn with and from the kids I care for! Additionally I love music, nature, hiking, and baking!
Hi I'm Mia, an energetic and responsible individual with a passion for nurturing young minds. With years of experience in childcare, I have babysat for around 3 years now, I took an early childhood development class for 2 years at BOCES, I've worked as a summer camp counselor at Greater Ithaca Activity Center for many...
Hello! I'm a young and energetic college aged female sitter looking for a loving family to help with! I have had at least six years of babysitting experience as well as multiple years as a certified lifeguard, first responder, swim instructor, camp counselor, special education one on one aid, and certifications of AED/CPR. Due...
Caroline can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I began my babysitting career as a "Mother's Helper" in 2011. I helped keep kids busy while parents held events or just needed some time off. I officially started babysitting in 2015 for all ages. Extensive time spent watching 3-4-month-old twin boys. I was a camp counselor for 3 summers ages 3+, as well as a personal ski...
Erin can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Vyda V.
Ithaca, NY
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Vyda. I have extensive experience working with children, including babysitting for various families with ages ranging from 1 to 10, and organizing sports camps for younger children. I'm well-equipped to provide care and support, while hopefully providing some fun for your kiddos! Please don't hesitate to reach out...
Vyda can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Vyda came to our rescue when we needed last minute care. She was friendly, and warm my kids immediately took her. They did great crafts together and loved their time together. Would definitely hire again!"
Leah L.
Hi, my name is Lily H. and I am a 21-year-old senior at Ithaca College with 5 years of experience caring for children ages 6 months - 11 years. I have been both a babysitter and an elderly caregiver and enjoy helping people of all ages.
I live an active lifestyle spending lots of time outside and playing club sports during the...
Lily can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I currently just graduated with my DPT and have moved back to NJ. I have 8 years of experience babysitting and have two younger sisters of my own. I love doing crafts, playing games, going to different experiences like museums or movie theatres and taking children to their scheduled sport practices. I also have experience with...
Paige can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
***Vaccinated
Currently a graduate student at Ithaca College in the Speech-Language Pathology program.
I have 9 years of experience working with children ranging in age from 2 to 10 years of age. This experience includes multiple long term families and employment at a daycare center where I was responsible for maintaining an...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Maci N.
Ithaca, NY
$18-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Maci and I'm 23 years old. I'm currently earning an associates degree in Human Services. I'm passionate about early childhood education and like to be creative with teaching, especially between the ages of 1-2 years. I'm comfortable driving children to different extracurricular activities and I have a 2019 Subaru...
Maci can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Grace K.
Ithaca, NY
$16-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
As a compassionate and responsible caregiver with seven years of experience, I thrive in nurturing environments where I can make a positive impact on children's lives. With a passion for child development and a strong desire to support families, I offer a safe and nurturing environment for your little ones.
My patient and calm...
Hello there!
I am available for part-time care, dropping off to activities, date nights, and weekend care for babies, toddlers, and older kids too.
I was an au pair for 2 years, and I've been nannying for the last 5 years for different families. I am responsible, caring, and I love kids so much.
I can help meal prepping, and...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Annalyse. I relocated to the Ithaca area after graduating college. I'm currently an L&D and postpartum registered nurse and I am great with infants :)
Annalyse can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Neesa H.
Ithaca, NY
$19-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Neesa and I am new to Care. com. I'm a patient and creative caregiver with three years of experience. I have experience caring for special needs children. My passion is to support families and make a positive difference in the lives of children.
I believe in open communication with parents and will provide...
Hi there, my name is Bella and I'm 20 years old. I'm originally from Honolulu, Hawaii. I currently attend Cornell University as a sophomore studying Hotel Management. I have 5 years of childcare experience as I have babysat my cousins from ages 1-12, helped in my church's nursery, and worked at my old preschool for 4 summers...
Isabella can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
I completed a dual Masters program in Social Work and Public Health and was working at a hospital managing grants and community programs until I had my son in November 2022. I am now home with him, which I love! We have a play area outside with a mud kitchen, a beautiful sunroom play area inside with many developmentally...
Carly can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Zaria M.
Ithaca, NY
$19-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
As a caregiver with seven years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. My patient, creative, and friendly nature allows me to build strong bonds with children and their families. I believe in open communication and follow the parents' preferred method to provide regular updates about...
Zaria can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! I am a senior at Ithaca College studying writing and history currently living in the area. I am responsible, energetic, a safe driver, and have a passion for helping kids explore and understand the world around them. I also have experience caring for children with special needs, both years of professional and caring for...
Meredith can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Jennifer L.
Ithaca, NY
$37/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a current college student studying to be a physical therapist! I have been a day camp counselor for three summers in a row caring for children ages 5 to 14! It was a very active environment centered around fun and play. I have also been in several classroom environments as a volunteer and a substitute where I worked with...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Ithaca, NY:
How can I find a Ithaca babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Ithaca, 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 52 babysitters in Ithaca, 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 Ithaca, NY?
The average rate for Ithaca, NY babysitters on Care.com is $20.40 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 Ithaca, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Ithaca, 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 Ithaca, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Ithaca, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 38 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.