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60 babysitters are listed in Middle Island, NY
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Middle Island, NY
Kelsey R.
Miller Place, NY
$20-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
My Name Is Kelsey R. I'm 23 Years Old And Love Working With Young Kids And Animals.
5.0
(5)
I'd describe my personality as out-going, creative, and kind.
I like working with kids because it's enjoyable and reminds me of how exciting the world can be. I also learn from children and see how creative they can be in ways I wouldn't think.
I'm looking for a job that consists of hanging out/playing with kids of all ages....
Kelsey can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Kelsey has been beyond wonderful over the years! I have 2 young boys and she has always went above and beyond. The boys love her & she's extremely reliable, responsible and an absolute sweetheart!"
Meg K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am a retired elementary school teacher. I am CPR/AED certified. I taught a Pre-K readiness program and designed a Pre-K music and arts curriculum. I have experience with special needs children. I am also a CNA and Geriatric Specialist. I am experienced in private and institutional settings. I offer child care, and companion /...
Felicia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Felicia's was wonderful with my girls. I'd hire her again if her new schedule didn't conflict with the times I need her. "
Cynthia H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My current availability is date nights and any other occasional times! Unfortunately I'm not available for any full time positions at this time. Thank you for your interest!
Hi, my name is Taylor! I have over 10 years experience as a babysitter, four years as a nanny, and taught at a summer science camp for kids ages 5-11 for...
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Taylor is absolutely amazing. She provided care for my first when he was just 5 months old and still at 5 years old! She has a knack for sustaining their attention and making those in her care beg to see her more often. She is punctual and trustworthy. i never need...
Jennifer G.
Gloria B.
Medford, NY
$20-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Or Full Time Babysitting Available In My Home Or Yours
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
As a caring and experienced caregiver with a decade of experience, I find great joy in supporting families and positively impacting children's lives. My calm and friendly demeanor creates a nurturing environment where children feel safe and encouraged to explore their creativity and imagination. I strongly believe in open...
Gloria can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Gloria became like family. She’s kind and attentive and she was extremely reliable. My children love her and we recommend her to everyone we know!"
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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.
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
Early Education
First Aid
4.0
"My husband and I had some last minute errands to run. Samantha was very professional, reliable and patient with my energetic boys. Would definitely hire her again."
Stephanie S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Samm and I am a certified general and special education teacher and teach 8-4. I am looking for a Mary Poppins type position. I have experience with children of all ages and needs. I have my own care and a clean driving record. I am comfortable with pets and just looking to help enhance the lives of others. Thank you...
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Samm was so wonderful with our 3 kids! She was excellent in communicating with both us and the children, and we felt totally at ease despite it being the first time leaving our kids with non-family members. We will definitely be using her again in the future!"
Jessica B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 26-year-old retired veteran from the United States Coast Guard. I have worked with children since I was 13. In high school I took a child development class where I learned about child growth and learning development. I have worked at a local daycare center, and worked with teaching kids how to swim from ages 2 months to...
Robyn can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Robyn babysat my 2 year old daughter and was the best babysitter I've ever had. She was attentive and engaging and usually brought activities to play. Before Robyn, my daughter cried when I left for work, but before long, she was excited for Robyn to come every...
Stuart G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a Newborn Care Specialist, sleep consultant and Newborn Parent support. I am available for overnight hours or 24 hour shifts.. Also have some daytime hours available for parent training and support. I have 30 years childcare experience. I started out as a live in nanny when I was 18 years old. For the past 7 years I have...
Tamara can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Tamara is beyond amazing! She took care of our newborn baby starting from the first night we came back from the hospital. Tamara helped us survive the first month - my husband and I managed to get much needed rest at night knowing our baby is under excellent...
Shuran Y.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Kaylee, and I am 21 years old. I have been babysitting since I have been 13 years old. I have experience of caring for children of all ages! I have siblings ages of 18, 17, 12, and 8 years old. I am a very loving, caring, and responsible person! I love playing games and doing crafts. I could also help around the house...
Kaylee can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Kaylee was great with our 2 daughters. She was easy to communicate with, she showed up on time, and most importantly our daughters had a great time."
Nicole W.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
** Currently employed full-time. Can accommodate evening date nights **
Hello! I have tons of experience with infants/toddlers- children of all ages (references available) and I truly love having the responsibility to care for them. It is a position where you have every reason to be picky because your child deserves someone...
Rita can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"I hired Rita to care for my infant all day, as well as meeting the needs of my kindergartener (getting ready for school, packing lunch, drop off/pick up, homework etc). She was so warm and caring, my daughter was comfortable with her right away. She learned the...
Francesca S.
Emily R.
Port Jefferson Station, NY
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello there! Are you looking for a nanny/sitter for date nights or weekends? My name is Emily and I am a graduate of the University of CT. I earned a bachelors degree in Human Development and Family Sciences while also participating in various youth development programs within the local community. I spent 3 summers as a senior...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"Emily is absolutely amazing! We were very lucky to have met Emily as our daughter’s daycare co-teacher and she started sitting for us in 2021 when she moved on to another job. It was so reassuring to have a sitter with professional childcare experience for our then...
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Alyssa C.
East Setauket, NY
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Alyssa. I am 26 years old. I have been working with kids since I was 15. I have worked with every age group. I was a preschool teacher, substitute teacher. I have my bachelors degree. I also, have experience with disabled kids and special needs kids. I have been a nanny for a year. I also, taught dance and...
Alyssa can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alyssa has been babysitting my children for 5 years now and I have seen her become a preschool teacher and grow with the children. It is wonderful she is absolutely wonderful with the children. I would recommend her to babysit."
Michelle G.
5.0
(1)
I like working with kids because I've always wanted to be that inspiring person for kids and be someone they feel comfortable opening up to and to be able to teach them things is so powerful. I also just enjoy the energy they bring.
I'm looking for a job that is flexible, I have a bit of a chaotic schedule so I need to...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Courtney is a wonderful caretaker. She is always good with my 2 kids. She’s hardworking, genuine, kind, trustworthy. My kids absolutely adore her. We couldn’t ask for a better caretaker. "
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Lisa and I've been a nanny for over 10 years!!! I work with twins often as it seems to be my thing! I do light housework as needed, like child's laundry, organizing their closets, cleaning up their toys, washing whatever dishes they use or I use during the day and just the general straighten up. I've worked with...
5.0
"Lisa watched our son for three months this past fall (starting at about 14 months old) while we rented a house in Quogue in the fall of 2021. Within just a few months, Lisa became a member of the family. She was loving and dependable, and we and our son were so...
Adam L.
Nasrin Z.
East Setauket, NY
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
3 years of experience providing childcare with infants and toddlers (6 months - 4 years) Currently working at Three Village Central School District at the after school program working with Prek-6th grade students. Also work at the Setauket Presbyterian Preschool working with children (3-5 years old). I also have extensive nanny...
Nasrin can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
5.0
"We had a wonderful experience with Nasrin (who goes by Mimi). She was very responsive when we were working out the details of a 5-day stint of full-time care. She arrived each day full of energy and ideas, and even with a bag of craft supplies. And she took our...
Eliza S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Samantha! I am currently a teacher and working on my masters program! I love to go on hikes, do crafts, go to the beach, and spend time with my family!
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sam is an amazing babysitter! She was punctual, communicative, and responsible. Even better, she was amazing with our 16-month-old, who loved her. I would very highly recommend Sam."
Joanna P.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a very caring and loving caregiver who is very patient and soft spoken. I'm also a Mother of a sweet little girl who just turned 3. My current position will be ended this summer due to their daughter attended Pre-K in September. So I am now looking for a new position, hopefully one that will allow me to bring my daughter. My...
Kelly can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"It is with great pleasure that I recommend Kelly P. as a babysitter. She has watched my 7 year old son (when needed) from the time he was 1 to the present. She always comes to my home on time, cheerful, and ready to engage my son in enriching activities. My son...
Tina B.
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
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a mom who raised two adopted children. Both have graduated college. Having been a stay at home mom, leaving my full time job as a banker, I focused my daily life on nurturing my children to become respectful, friendly and intelligent individuals. Returning back to work part-time for over 10 years, I realized how much I...
Galina can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Galina is the best! Any family that hires her is lucky to have her. She currently watches our twins and our 5 year old when she gets home from school. Our children adore her! They always smile and are excited to see "Geena." The twins usually cry when my husband...
Donna R.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Middle Island, NY
Kelsey R.
5.0
She's amazing with my children, she's extremely reliable and my kids absolutely love her! Very highly recommended!
- Janine K.
Felicia C.
5.0
I absolutely love Felicia! She has been such a big help to our family. My daughter always looks forward to seeing Felicia every week. We trust her very much. We would highly recommend her!
- Liz B.
Taylor H.
5.0
Taylor is absolutely amazing. She provided care for my first when he was just 5 months old and still at 5 years old! She has a knack for sustaining their attention and making those in her care beg to see her more often. She is punctual and trustworthy. i never need to worry when Taylor is watching...
- Jennifer G.
Gloria B.
5.0
Gloria is a consummate professional, always on time, never late. In the multiple years she worked with my family i think she took 2 days off total and had let us know weeks in advance both times with multiple reminders. My kids adore her & she was even particularly good with my son who has special...
- Care member
Patricia G.
4.0
Patti took care of my twin 10-year old boys after school, three days a week for close to a year. She was punctual and responsible. She helped them with their homework, engaged them in arts and crafts activities, fed them dinner and also drove them to after-school sports as needed. Patti is a kind...
- Lynn G.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Middle Island, NY:
How can I find a Middle Island babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Middle Island, 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 12 babysitters in Middle Island, 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 Middle Island, NY?
The average rate for Middle Island, NY babysitters on Care.com is $19.00 per hour as of November 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 Middle Island, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Middle Island, 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 Middle Island, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Middle Island, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.