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3,226 babysitters are listed in New York, NY
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in New York, NY
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started babysitting when I was in middle school and started working as a nanny during the summers in college. I have experience with school drop off and pick up, meal prep, homework help, bedtime routines and date night sitting. I love reading and doing activities outside with the kids I babysit for.
In high school I also...
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Preeti P.
New York, NY
$40-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have worked with many families before I've joined Care. com. On the tutoring side, I strive to help kids become focused and attain a better understanding on subjects in a fun and educational way. On the babysitting side, I have over six years of experience. You are free to reach me anytime.
Preeti can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I hired Preethi based on a close friend's review of her and she was an extreme help to my daughter and family. She tutored my daughter in ELA and helped improve her scores, but also made my daughter look forward to her tutoring sessions! Preethi is such a positive,...
Melanie T.
Ashley R.
New York, NY
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Ashley and I've been babysitting off and on for over 15 years. Among all the jobs I've had babysitting is by far my favorite. Although I am not always coordinated, I enjoy athletic and outdoor activities as well as experimenting with buzzfeed recipes. My love for children has inspired me to go into teaching and...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"My 3 year old daughter loves Ashley. Ashley is reliable, patient and punctual. She's fun and my daughter has so much fun with her."
Eve F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a compassionate, hardworking, and silly babysitter with an abundance of patience. I love playing outdoors, doing crafts, and having a fun time! I have had babysitting experience with multiple clients for 10 years, including being a full-time nanny for a year.
I work full-time during the week and looking to babysit on the...
Marisa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Marisa was great with our kids. Very reliable and kind. She was creative with projects and kept them engaged with various activities. She gets down to their level. She is flexible to shuttling them around to activities and helps keep the house running smoothly."
Erin B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Little background:
I'm a caring, loving, reliable and friendly person. I'm graduated in law studies in my home country. I speak Portuguese and English, but I'm also familiar with Spanish.
I have been working as nanny/babysitting for over 8 years. I have had the opportunity to work with all different ages, including baby and...
Loraine can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
5.0
"We love Loraine and our daughters adored her! We worked with her for over a year. She was kind, loving, compassionate and engaging with the children.
She mostly cared for our youngest daughter (from 6 to 20 months) but helped with the teenagers too!
With...
Natasha M.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi, thank you for taking the time to look at my profile.
I recently graduated from college with where I worked full-time while in school and have lots of experience working with children whether it be through multiple volunteer organizations, summer camps, babysitting, and in the classroom.
I have experience with infants...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"For about a year, Hannah was home for our kids to arrive home from school for two days a week. She gave them dinner/snacks and got them ready for sports practices in the evening. Our children really liked her. Hannah is a great and very reliable babysitter. We...
Arthur V.
Lily D.
New York, NY
$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lily and I am a senior theatre student at The New School I have been babysitting since high school and have also worked as a summer theatre camp counselor.
I am CPR and first aid certified. I pride myself on being kind, patient, quick-thinking, and adaptable.
Lily can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lily watched my two children for an out of town wedding. Lily was very responsive to all my questions while hiring her and was organized with her own questions. She was flexible in watching my children along with a second babysitter and two more children (4...
Heather M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
While I am in between jobs, I find that I have free time (way too much of it!) and would love the opportunity to spend that time babysitting. I have babysat, nannied, taught Sunday School, worked in my church nursery, volunteered with after-school programs, tutored students--you name it--and I'm eager to get back into...
Carol can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Carol was great--my little boy enjoyed spending time with her. I'd hire her again. Calm, competent, and fun for the kid."
Jeremy M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Talula and I am from NYC. I just graduated from college and am back in the city. I love working with children and have been babysitting since I was 13. I babysat all the kids on my block as a teenager and continued to babysit kids of all ages from new horns to tweens. I am more than happy to help with...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Talula is a great caregiver. She is patient and kind with my boisterous daughters. We love having her."
Michelle T.
Felishia H.
New York, NY
$18-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! :) My name is Felishia, I am 21 years old and I have about 2 years of babysitting experience, I previously worked with children ages 7-14, and I also have experience caring for a teen on the autism spectrum. I worked as an assistant teacher at a preschool for the Jumpstart program for 3 years where I spent many days...
Felishia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Kamman R.
New York, NY
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kami, and I am a compassionate and experienced babysitter ready to support your family's needs. I have over six years of babysitting experience. I studied at Boston University and completed courses in psychology, sociology, and child development in high school. I bring a unique blend of academic knowledge and...
Kamman can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is always on time very dependable"
Maria K.
5.0
(6)
As long as I can remember, I have always had a love and passion for serving and working with children. I am the oldest of four siblings, so my childcare career began as a teenager when I started babysitting my younger brother and sisters. This initial responsibility quickly grew into many more opportunities to serve and work...
Brittany can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Zali W.
New York, NY
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am fun, loving NYU student looking to find a family to grow with while moving into a new city. I have experience working at a daycare as well as nannying/babysitting for many families. Depending on my school schedule and workload, my hours are flexible. As someone who has worked in a daycare before, I am very good at...
Zali can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Rachel and I'm fully vaccinated! I'm a graduate from the University of Maryland where I majored in psychology and Spanish. I have been babysitting ever since I was in middle school, and have experience with anywhere from infants to teens and up to three kids at a time. I was an overnight camp counselor for five...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"I've had the pleasure of knowing Rachel for many years now. Having worked with her both professionally and otherwise, I know how dependable she is. She is timely and caring, and is quite considerate of others' needs. She is a responsible individual who has a...
Jennifer M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Lauren and I just graduated with my Master of Accounting Degree. I have been babysitting for 8 years of kids of all ages. I love babysitting because it is such an awarding experience watching kids grow and learn. I also love being able to play games, go outside to play, help teach children and help with anything...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lauren has been a fantastic caretaker for my family for the last two years. She is very reliable and respectful. Would highly recommend hiring Lauren to take care of your loved ones. "
Care member
Elyce R.
New York, NY
$30-39/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Elyce! I have a degree in biology and am currently a student getting a second degree in nursing! I have babysat and watched multiple kids over the years including infants and toddlers. In addition, I am CPR certified in both adults and children. I love spending time with kids as my future goal is to be a...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have 4 kids, 3 of them ranging from ages 2mo-3yo and Elyce was great! We came into the city for a few days during winter break, and needed a last minute baby sitter for date night. She was more than helpful, and super dependable. This was the first time using...
Kiana E.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With years of nannying experience, I know that I will be able to care for your child in a professional manner. I am currently a pediatric psychology fellow at a hospital, and have my PhD in child clinical psychology. I have a 2 month gap (September and October) before starting my faculty position and I am looking for a family to...
Corrine can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Corinne has been a fantastic nanny! She's taken care of son for the past 2 months (from 6 months to 8 months old) on a part time basis, providing a few hours of afternoon coverage nearly every day. She was very hands-on with him, sang, played, took him out, and he...
Anita G.
5.0
(1)
My name is Courtney and I would be very happy to help with your children! My babysitting experience ranges from infants to toddlers and all ages. In addition to personal babysitting, I have been a tennis instructor and lacrosse instructor to various ages. I am very comfortable with pets as well, and am happy to help with walking...
Courtney can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Kate H.
New York, NY
$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since seventh grade. In high school, I babysat at least once every weekend. In college I worked as a part time nanny and during the summers I worked full time nanny for a few different families. I have babysat for all ages; the youngest was 3 weeks old. I am CPR certified. I am a very organized, fun,...
Kate can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We used Kate to watch our three kids (ages 7, 5 & 3) for an evening out while we were on vacation in Harwich. As soon as I reached out to her through Care, she set up time to come by and introduce herself. She was very professional and also very personable. Most...
Paul A.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a college student and an older sister with a passion for helping children learn. I enjoy being with children and feel that we can learn just as much from them as they do from us. I have had experience working with children with mental and physical disabilities through my years of work with Best Buddies. I have also...
Isabel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in New York, NY
Preeti P.
5.0
I hired Preethi based on a close friend's review of her and she was an extreme help to my daughter and family. She tutored my daughter in ELA and helped improve her scores, but also made my daughter look forward to her tutoring sessions! Preethi is such a positive, helpful, and caring, individual....
- Melanie T.
Ashley R.
5.0
My 3 year old daughter loves Ashley. Ashley is reliable, patient and punctual. She's fun and my daughter has so much fun with her.
- Eve F.
Marisa S.
5.0
Marisa was great with our kids. Very reliable and kind. She was creative with projects and kept them engaged with various activities. She gets down to their level. She is flexible to shuttling them around to activities and helps keep the house running smoothly.
- Erin B.
Loraine B.
5.0
Loraine is extremely good with her work. She is so energetic and caring women. She takes care of the kids so nicely, and put in all the efforts for the child growth which is amazing. I highly recommend Loraine for the kids best future.
- Care member
Hannah K.
5.0
Hannah first started sitting for us when our daughter was 4 months old. She was our full time nanny in the summer. Now Hannah does date night sitting for our now 1 year old and 3 1/2 year old. We have had a great experience with Hannah -- our children love her, she does well with our large dog, and...
- Kirstyn K.
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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 3,226 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 $21.24 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 New York, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in New York, 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 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 1,119 reviews of the 3,226 listed babysitters.