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3,197 babysitters are listed in New York, NY
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in New York, NY
Kenzie M.
New York, NY
$30-38/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknight And Weekend Babysitting Jobs.
4.9
(10)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Experienced Babysitter. Comfortable with pets, CPR certified and fully vaccinated - Professional Sitting Jobs (2018 - Present)
Kenzie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We were so lucky to meet Kenzie this summer and my two kids absolutely adored her (ages 9 & 7). She was always on time and very dependable. The kids loved all of the games she came up with including a scavenger hunt around the house."
Elizabeth J.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My range of babysitting experience is from 4 months old, through to toddlers aged 3-5 years, to older children 6-8 years. I served for 3 years as a teacher's assistant in the South Pasadena Summer School program with children pre-K to 4th grade, and have tutored a 5th grader. I was also a summer camp counselor for a cabin of...
Evelyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Evelyn is kind, honest and reliable! My 2 year old enjoys his time with her so much! They read, make puzzles, play outside, and she feeds him lunch. We are so grateful for all her help with our little one! She has not been late once!"
Mary R.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Since 2011, I have been a regular nanny and an on call babysitter for over 50 families. It is truly a passion of mine to work with children and after some time in leadership positions at different childcare organizations, I am looking to go back to where my heart is which is in one-on-one childcare. Over the years I have worked...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"I highly recommend Amanda. She worked for us for the second half of the school year last year. She was extremely reliable and always showed up on time (7:15am). She helped my two girls get ready and brought them to school each day with a tremendous amount of...
Elizabeth R.
5.0
(13)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Rachel, I'm 24 and a graduate of Connecticut College. I have nannied and babysat for multiple families over the years. I have BLS (basic life support) certification. Additionally, have experience tutoring and babysitting kids ages 0-14. I've been living in NYC for about 2 years and am about to start a full time graduate...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rachel immediately showed up her first day and was part of the family. She has an ease with children and a lovely demeanor with parents. Our two boys had a blast and couldn’t wait for her to babysit again. "
Care member
5.0
(14)
Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Jackie. I have always been interested in childhood development and was able to pursue this interest at the University of Rhode Island with a major in psychology. During this time I participated in a community outreach program. I spent several afternoons a week working with underprivileged children and their parents. This...
Jacqueline can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jackie was a great babysitter. My daughter took to her immediately, and when it was time to leave I could tell she didn't want Jackie to leave. Jackie was easy to communicate with and provided updates throughout the day. I would definitely use Jackie again for...
Kristy B.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
(Looking for Part-Time or Full Time)
Hello Everyone, My name is Keren. I speak two languages English and Spanish fluent in both. I love reading. I have six to seven years of experience on babysitting and house cleaning. I am a very responsible, loving and trustworthy person. I have experience taking care of children from eight...
Keren can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I'm not sure where to start. Keren has changed our lives. My partner and I work full time and have two small children and live in the city. Our apartment was a mess and we were overwhelmed. We found Keren on Care.com and she came over the next day and made...
Sarah T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a friendly and dedicated person who moved to New York City to pursue acting. For the past 13 years, I have worked with children consistently as a babysitter, daycare employee, after-school teacher, or a theatre teacher. I adore working with children and helping them grow while I am involved in their lives!
Lindsey can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Rebecca and I have over 10 years of babysitting and pet-sitting experience. I have worked with children from ages 6 months to 12 years old. As for pets, I have the most experience with dogs and cats. I absolutely adore animals and children, and believe strongly in incorporating play into all sitting work. I am an...
Rebecca can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rebecca was an absolute delight. Our kids would ask when they could see her again after the few times we had her watch the kids."
Michael L.
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Nicole! I have been caring for and teaching children for 10 years. Most of my experience is in dance education, so you can guarantee lots of dance parties when I watch your kiddos.
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Nicole worked at my Hotel. She went over and above what we required. Accurate, caring, honest and loving to all of our customers."
judith M.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently between jobs in NYC. I have experience in the Fashion Industry but prior to this and graduating college I babysat for 5 families. I have been a nanny and a mothers helper for ages ranging from 5 months old to 10 years old. On top of this I was a tennis camp counselor with a focus on the 5-7 age group. I would love...
Angela can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
4.0
"Angela has been amazing with our toddler, who had a hard time separating after only being watched by family during COVID. She was great about checking in and letting me know how he's doing after I left. He now walks around asking for her when she isn't here, and...
Elizabeth R.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced childcare provider who is active and outgoing. I have worked with children of all ages and get along with them great. I enjoy doing activities with the children and don't mind cooking or cleaning. I also have my own car and a great driving record.
I usually babysit at night or on the weekends (day/date...
Laura can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our time together was short, but Laura is communicative and punctual, and was sweet with our toddler daughter!"
Niina P.
5.0
(3)
Hi everyone! I'm a recent college graduate and I've recently moved to the NYC Area. I'm looking for babysitting/nannying job(s) and have plenty of experience with children and childcare.
I've babysat for numerous different families, ages ranging from newborn to early teenagers. All families have been very pleased with my level...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jessica has worked for us for over 2 years. Our children absolutely adore her. She is extremely responsible and reliable. "
Kaitlyn V.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a dependable caregiver and am passionate about the emotional health of children. My strengths lie with infants and toddlers, but I enjoy caring for children of all ages. I have 4 years of experience as a daycare teacher, but I have been nannying/babysitting since 2005. I love animals, so it's a plus if you have a dog or a...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have the pleasure of working with Jodie as her supervisor in a licensed child care facility. She worked at our child care center mostly with infant and toddler aged children.
Working with young children can be a very challenging position to hold, and Jodie had...
Rachel C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a recent law grad from The University of Miami School of Law who just sat for the NY Bar Exam. While awaiting my exam results, I am looking to nanny in the Fall following Labor Day Weekend and would love to be your helper whether it be for your children and/or pets if our needs sync. I have babysat children of all ages...
Jacqueline can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
5.0
"Jacquie was one of the most wonderful caretakers we've ever had. She was extremely proactive, always wanting to help out wherever possible and truly going above and beyond expectations in every situation. She was warm and nurturing with our children, always coming...
Danielle O.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am the oldest of 3 girls from Portland, Oregon who loves animals, back home I have 2 dogs and 3 cats. I moved to NYC in 2019 to go to Fordham University and graduated in December 2022 with a double major in economics and international political economy. I have been babysitting for the past 10 years, coached 3rd grade...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emily is awesome! She is very respectful and responsible. My kids loved her and I cannot recommend her enough!"
Marianne S.
5.0
(1)
Hi everyone! My name is Caity.
A bit about me: I graduated college from temple university in 2021 with a degree in psychology. I worked as a full-time nanny for two children (ages 8 months and 6 years) for a year. I then transitioned to a full-time role in business development/sales last year and i've continued to babysit.
My...
Caitlyn can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have three boys and saying that seems to scare a lot of baby sitters away. Not Caitlyn, she was definitely up to it. Not only was she caring, but she helped organize a structure with the kids for playtime, study time. I have been very blessed to have Caitlyn take...
Moses S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Over the past 5 years, I have worked as a babysitter and English teacher in France with an agency, as well as in Boston, MA. I now work part-time as an enrichment teacher to pre-school aged children. I have worked with children between the ages of 1 and 10, the most common being around 5 years old. I am an American citizen and a...
Caitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Easy, reliable, and caring. Perfect sitter for a night out!"
Alex S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with children for as long as I can remember. Throughout high school, I nannied throughout the summers. I have nannied for a family with a child with special needs; I have nannied for an infant; I have nannied for a family of 5. Last summer after I completed my freshman year at UMD, I worked in a preschool as...
Abby can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Abby is amazing. She's a responsible, loving, playful and very engaging as a nanny and babysitter. She's very creative and finds fun age appropriate activities for our toddler. We love Abby and highly recommend her!"
Brian W.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am the mother of two children and to me children are heaven sent. They are what you show them what you teach them they are a sponge. Love, Attention, Patience and care is all they need. I have been caring for children for over 21 yrs, and I can say I truly love working with kids. I approach each child as an individual who I...
Frances can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Frances is warm, intelligent, fun, and patient. She keeps my 4-year-old daughter and 9-year-old son engaged, separately or both at once, whether playing at home (when the weather's not great) or adventuring out in the world. She knows how to get around the city...
Ping K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi Everyone! I'm Zoë. I'm originally from Memphis, TN and attended the University of Southern California for undergrad. After spending several years in L. A. & a few years in Florida, I decided to move to NYC in April 2023! Although I have a full-time job at a non-profit, I felt like this would be a great way to get to know the...
Zoe can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"I met Zoe my freshman year of college at USC after we joined the same sorority. I can honestly say that she is one of my best friends and one of the sweetest, most thoughtful girls I know. Being pre-med, I am often very stressed over school work and Zoe is very...
Valerie H.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in New York, NY
Kenzie M.
5.0
Kenzie has been an absolute delight. She is engaging, communicative and down right lovely to have around. Our kids thrived in her care and we look forward to remaining in touch as she completes her studies.
I highly recommend Kenzie for your family. May our loss be your gain!
- Arna M.
Evelyn F.
5.0
Evelyn was able to jump in at the last minute and help out with my two daughters. She did a great job. Would definitely hire her again.
- Barrett W.
Amanda F.
5.0
I highly recommend Amanda. She worked for us for the second half of the school year last year. She was extremely reliable and always showed up on time (7:15am). She helped my two girls get ready and brought them to school each day with a tremendous amount of patience and good cheer. My girls adored...
- Elizabeth R.
Rachel K.
5.0
Rachel was fantastic with my 2 1/2 year old VERY energetic son! She showed up and within minutes was building blocks, reading books, and keeping up with him. She was able to navigate bedtime with ease! She was incredibly professional, punctual, and all around a huge help!
- Alexis C.
Jacqueline V.
5.0
We hired Jackie at the last minute for a New Year's Eve babysitting gig, and she was amazing - she jumped into the chaos of twin 10 month olds, finished giving them dinner, got them down for bed, cleaned up the apt we were visiting, and kept us in the loop every step of the way. We don't live in...
- Greg W.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in New York, NY:
How can I find a New York babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in New York, 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 3,197 babysitters in New York, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 New York, NY?
The average rate for New York, NY babysitters on Care.com is $21.36 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 New York, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in New York, 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 New York, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in New York, NY are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 988 reviews of the 3,197 listed babysitters.