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All throughout high school, I regularly babysat. The majority of my sitting was for children between the ages of 4 and 12 years old, however I do have experience with infants and babies. In other words, I have changed diapers, made formula, etc. The highest number of children I have babysat for is four.
Whenever I babysit, I...
Annie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Andrea T.
Fayetteville, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Flexible, Fun Experienced Empty Nester Mom. Ready To Give You A Break And Care For Your Family!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Curious, creative, collaborative, and compassionate-Experienced mom of 3 awesome adult children. Lots of babysitting & childcare experience. Recent transplant to CNY. I know how hard parenting can be- and how important it is to have someone you trust take of your kids.
I'd describe my personality as loving, engaged, &...
5.0
"Andrea was a wonderful caregiver for our son. She was punctual, responsible, resilient, kind, caring, and intellectually stimulating for him. They sang songs, learned about animals and numbers, did art projects, and explored the outdoors, even in the snow. We were...
John M.
5.0
(1)
Hi there! I've had the pleasure of working with kids of all ages, from babies to middle schoolers, and everywhere in between. Whether I was babysitting infants, teaching at an outdoor education center in Georgia, or helping kids conquer their fear of heights by sending them off a zip line at a summer camp , I've had hands-on...
Jenn can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"You can't go wrong with Jenn! I highly recommend her. Jenn has been cleaning our place for a few months. She does a great job attending to what we need done (dishes, mopping, etc). She is flexible and is great with our cats, which we really value. "
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5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Skylar. I am a recent graduate of Syracuse University who recently fully located full-time to Syracuse with 10+ years in experience in child care. My friends would describe me as warm, bubbly, energetic, and empathic. Coming from a big family, I have always loved spending time with children and my dream job is to become...
Skylar can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My children light up when they see Skylar and ask about her all the time! She exudes joy and positivity, and is full of fun and creative ideas to engage my little ones. Skylar is responsible and nurturing and I know my kids feel safe around her."
Megan V.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Claudia G, I am Looking for a new family to work for. I have 6 years working with kids.
I am a responsible and energetic person who loves work with kids. Adaptable and flexible
Able to multi-task, emotionally mature to deal with children.
Functions
Organize and take part in leisure activities such as...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Claudia looked after my two kids (10 and 7 ) for four days when my husband and I attended a conference in Boston this March. She is very friendly, thoughtful and reliable. My kids loved her very much and they even exchanged their drawings and best wishes with her...
Yan L.
Maya L.
Syracuse, NY
$16/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Maya and I am currently a rising junior studying Psychology and Family Sciences at Syracuse University.
I have done both volunteer and paid work with children for the past 4+ years including babysitting, camp counselor, and working as a teaching aid in a kindergarten classroom.
During the summer I work...
5.0
"Maya was great! My kid had a lot of fun playing with her before going to bed. I was happily surprised that she got him down for the night. I would absolutely hire Maya again."
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Heather C.
Syracuse, NY
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
4.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative caregiver and teacher. I have about 7 years of experience working with children, from infants to 12 years old. I am currently teaching reading in an elementary school, but I have also worked in a childcare center as an infant teacher. I have a passion for the outdoors and love...
Heather can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Heather is a wonderful caregiver. She worked with us as a part-time summer nanny for our 1-year-old. She is responsible, thoughtful, loving, sweet, and communicative. As an educator, she has child development in mind, and our little one learned a lot under her...
Molly H.
Beatrice B.
Syracuse, NY
$22/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Bea, and as the fourth out of six kids, my experience with childcare started with caring for my younger brothers. Since then, I have gained extensive experience caring for infants and children of families found through both personal connections and Care. com. I have always loved spending time with children, and...
Beatrice can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I cannot say enough wonderful things about Beatrice! She is kind, loving, creative, fun loving and just the sweetest Nanny we ever could've wished for. She was the perfect caretaker for our son, and worked with us from C. being 4 months through almost 2 years old....
Kristen B.
5.0
(1)
I have experience watching children of all ages. I myself have 5 children of my own. I have 3 sons and 2 daughters.
Tiffany can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
(23)
Hired by 23 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jude - a real-life, Irish-American Mary Poppins with a funny accent. My husband is a Colonel in the military - we moved to Anchorage a year ago - and I have a 25-year-old daughter who has just finished her 2nd Master's Degree in London, England. I absolutely adore children, I'm lots of fun, really kind, stable,...
Jude can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jude is an extraordinary caregiver for our nearly three-year-old son. She is everything we want and need in a caregiver: loving and thoughtful; experienced and competent; creative and interesting; and mature and patient. With every encounter, she surprises and...
Jessica G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Meghan and I am currently a primary teacher at a local district. I've obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Childhood Education, and am currently working on my Master's to provide English as a New Language service to students. This experience has helped me to create an enriching environment and a strong rapport between...
Meghan can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Meghan blew us away when she babysat for our 2 year old son. We had her watch him part-time, a few days a week. Not only did she put our minds at ease the second we met her at her interview with us, but we never worried when we left our son with her because of how...
Sarah L.
5.0
(1)
I am a recent graduate from SUNY Environmental College of Science & Forestry. In the past, I have babysat neighbors' children, relatives and family friends. I have watched up to 6 at once. I have experience in babysitting children of all ages from diapers to potty training and beyond. When I was in a scouting organization in...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Bella S.
Syracuse, NY
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I Would Describe Myself As A Caregiver Who Is Compassionate, Creative, Loving And Punctual.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Bella and I am 22 years old. I am currently working full-time 7:30am-4 p.m. M-F, and am only available on evenings or weekends. I am looking for a family in the Baldwinsville area that needs limited/part-time help which works with my schedule. I love children and have experience babysitting for friends and...
Bella can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Bella was so nice and professional from the very first meeting we had. She gave me the impression of being very comfortable with children, very informed, and so calm and collected.
As soon as she met our family I instantly knew she was a great fit, and she...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I have over 6 years of experience working with children. I am certified through NYS to care for infants and toddlers. I previously worked at the JCC as a teacher located in DeWitt. My mission is to communicate with parents and remain devoted to helping children think creatively. Being proactive, consistent, and educating...
Felicia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Best 'babysitter' EVER. Felicia was amazing. She's much more than a babysitter. She was was a role model and positive influence for my 3 year old son. They say it's so important for the minds of little ones to be stimulated and intrigued for optimal brain...
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Makaela R.
Syracuse, NY
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My names Makaela and I am reliable, fun, and organized care giver! I just recently moved to the area to attend graduate school and am looking to make a little extra money. I have 12/13 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. I started babysitting when I was 12 and have continued to do so over...
Makaela can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Makaela is a clear communicator and punctual, and most importantly was beloved almost immediately by my shy toddler. We look forward to working with her again soon!"
Lauren P.
Mona H.
Syracuse, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter/nanny Looking For Full-time Job. 10+ Years Of Experience With All Ages.
4.0
(12)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
My name is Mona I've been caring for children for a long time (20+ yrs) ages range from newborns to teens, my experiences include my 7 kids that I've raised I'm a very patient person I love kids I'd like to think I have a nice personality easy to get along with and I take pride in what I do... my kids would be a perfect example...
Mona can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mona is seriously the best babysitter I've ever had. My son absolutely loves her and often asks if she's coming to watch him. She goes above and beyond and I'm seriously grateful I hired her. She's great with both my son and my rambunctious puppy."
Adrianna G.
Elizabeth M.
Syracuse, NY
$20-39/hr • 13 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Elizabeth. Currently enrolled in remote college to gain a medical career degree! I have already obtained my Early Childhood Education degree and loved being a teacher for 5 years! I love every family I help like they are my own while being professional and reliable! I pride myself on learning how things run in the...
Elizabeth can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"This is an amazing woman and sitter. She is knowledgable in many aspects of childcare. All 5 of my kids love her. She is playful and attentive!"
Jamie C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey!! My name is Aly and I'm currently the owner of small business, alongside being a part time party princess!!
I love working with children and have been watching toddlers, and kids since I was 11 years old. My responsibilities have included after school care, fun and engaging crafts, simple meal prep, and even homework help...
Aly can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"Aly was a GREAT sitter! She got along with my two babies very well, giving them all of the attention needed. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I have a four almost 5-year-old niece who I have helped taken care of since she was born. I also occasionally babysit 4-year-old twins who I have babysat since they were 1. I like kids and enjoy watching them grow and experience life.
Madisyn can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Madisyn is great! My kids were comfortable with her immediately. They had a great time together. She is very kind and helpful."
Christina S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a First grade teacher. I graduated from Oswego in December of 2022, and have a degree in Childhood Education (grades 1-6) and a minor in Athletic Coaching.
I am looking to make some extra money on the weekends/after school. Please message me with any questions!
Haley can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Our family has been lucky enough to have Haley as our daughters nanny for some time now.
We met Haley through this app and after meeting her, our daughter took right to her!
Haley has always showed up on time or early for her shift. She has arranged games,...
Kristen N.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in La Fayette, NY
Andrea T.
5.0
Andrea was a wonderful caregiver for our son. She was punctual, responsible, resilient, kind, caring, and intellectually stimulating for him. They sang songs, learned about animals and numbers, did art projects, and explored the outdoors, even in the snow. We were so lucky to find Andrea and...
- John M.
Jenn C.
5.0
You can't go wrong with Jenn! I highly recommend her. Jenn has been cleaning our place for a few months. She does a great job attending to what we need done (dishes, mopping, etc). She is flexible and is great with our cats, which we really value.
- Care member
Skylar M.
5.0
My children light up when they see Skylar and ask about her all the time! She exudes joy and positivity, and is full of fun and creative ideas to engage my little ones. Skylar is responsible and nurturing and I know my kids feel safe around her.
- Megan V.
Claudia G.
5.0
I had to go back to work full time when our son turned 4 months and a spot at a daycare never materialized. We had to search for a nanny and were very worried about the person we would hire. Claudia not only gave us peace of mind but also made us reject the highly converted daycare spot once it...
- Natalia L.
Maya L.
5.0
Maya was great! My kid had a lot of fun playing with her before going to bed. I was happily surprised that she got him down for the night. I would absolutely hire Maya again.
- Care member
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How can I find a La Fayette babysitter near me?
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How much do babysitters charge in La Fayette, NY?
The average rate for La Fayette, NY babysitters on Care.com is $15.50 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 La Fayette, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in La Fayette, 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.