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3,210 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
4.8
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Zairoon(Wendy) and I've been a babysitter for more than 19 years. I'm a High School graduate with certificates in Patient Care Technician(PCT), EKG Technician, Phlebotomy Technician, Certified Nursing Assistance (CNA) CPR trained, and I'm also the holder of a New York State License. My hobbies are reading, cooking,...
Zairoon can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"We know Zairoon for more than four years, since our youngest daughter was 5 months old and our oldest was 3 years old. Zairoon worked as our children's nanny in a full-time position for 3 years and she still comes frequently to babysit. she started working with us...
Gilad A.
Emma L.
New York, NY
$30-45/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Emma and I am a fantastic babysitter. I have years of experience working with kids aged newborn-teens. I am passionate about music, crafts, outdoor play, and make believe games. I am loving and patient and work well with emotional and active kids. I can't wait to meet you!
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Emma watched my two children- now 4.5 and 2.5 for a year regularly. We adore her and wish we lived closer now to have her babysit frequently. She is fun and creative, has a ton of energy, and keeps our kids safe and following our rules. I have no reservations...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a recent graduate of DePaul University in Chicago where I studied theatre and communications. I love to approach sitting with creativity, fun, and learning. I have many years of experience with childcare in numerous settings. I used to teach dance, acting, and singing classes to preschool through middle school-aged...
Caroline can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
5.0
"Caroline was an excellent babysitter we would definitely hire again. Caroline watched our 4mo ("A") while we attended a wedding -- and she was our first non-family babysitter for A since he was born. She was communicative leading up to the job, and very punctual....
Leslie S.
Abigail D.
New York, NY
$18-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been babysitting for years and have been my family's babysitter for even longer. I've also worked with kids as a camp counselor, at a children's theater program, tutoring, as an after school teacher, and spent the last school year teaching a museum based program to grades 1, 3, and 5.
I love kids and am fully...
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
5.0
"She is so great with our baby boy! He loves when she comes over and so do we!!!"
Brittany C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a senior at Barnard College studying neuroscience on the pre-med track. As a Barnard Babysitter I have worked with over 20 local families here in Manhattan with children ages 1 month to 5 years. I am a New York native, here year round. I am Red Cross certified in infant and child CPR as well as first aid. I worked full-time...
Alexa Von can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alexa was an amazing date night babysitter, she came early , was great with our daughter Ella and was a joy to work with"
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
As the oldest of 3 kids and 10 cousins, I have been taking care of younger kids my whole life. I love being around developing minds and hearing their amazing questions. I love to play and have been working as a babysitter for 10+ years. I have babysat a total of 22 children, ages 0 months-15 years of age. My responsibilities...
Alyssa can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Alyssa as our Nanny to watch our 4 month old daughter when I returned to work. From the moment I met Alyssa I knew she would be a great fit. She is warm, caring, loving, responsible and attentive. She engaged my daughter from day one, singing, reading,...
Samantha B.
5.0
(1)
I have been a devoted and reliable nanny with 12 years in childcare. I have both long-term and short-term experience with children of all ages ranging from newborns to pre-teens and teens. I bring a high energy to all nanny jobs and supply loving care while making sure to meet disciplinary and educational goals for each child. I...
Anne can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Anne is incredibly professional, responsible and caring. She has babysat for my two boys since they were babies and I trust her completely. She has taken care of them overnight and helped with homework and meals. They are now 10 and 13.
She also helped with...
Jennifer B.
5.0
(2)
Hi there! I'm a graduate student with part time availability to care for your child(ren). I have extensive experience as an NYC babysitter, teacher and tutor for children ages 2 through 13 with an emphasis on creative education for little ones and after school homework help for older kids. I worked as an after school counselor...
Mara can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I interviewed Mara both on the phone and in person. You couldn't ask for a more experienced and thoughtful caregiver for small children in NYC! As I told my husband, I'd have zero worries while our kids were with Mara - safety-conscious, fun, and educational....
Joan R.
5.0
(1)
My schedule is very open and flexible right now! I am open to a long term nannying position as well as one off date night babysitting. I have been babysitting for over 9 years. Children ages 2-13. I have a valid drivers license and a clean driving record. I work part time teaching kids English online and I have been a camp...
Natalie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Katherine B.
New York, NY
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Special/Deaf Education Teacher With Master's Degree, 5+ Years Experience
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently a teacher of the deaf and hard of hearing and I am looking for part time tutoring/childcare opportunities. In 2017, I received my Master of Arts in Teaching from The College of New Jersey and am in my 7th year of teaching. I have experience as a college-level academic writing tutor, American Sign Language...
Katherine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Katie is amazing. We have worked with her for years. She is a great role model for my children in all she does. She is also great with the kids, knowing how to get them motivated for homework while still being Miss Katie. She is awesome!"
Ashleigh S.
5.0
(2)
Hi! I'm a very positive and creative person with 10 years of experience. My mother ran a daycare center while I was growing up, and I started babysitting when I was a young teenager. I've been a nanny to a rowdy family of three boys and watched many newborns! I've taken CPR and First Aid courses, so you can be sure you're kids...
Caitlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Caitlyn was so wonderful with my 5 y old - patient and kind, always kept her excited and engaged. Would rehire anytime, can't thank her enough!"
Caroline Z.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a very fun, patient, and easy-going person with around 6 years of experience in childcare. I have cared for kids from 8 months to 13 years, so I have experience with all ages! I also have experience with special needs children. While babysitting, I love to play games, watch movies, and just chill and hang out! I make...
Oni can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Oni is a wonderful babysitter and tutor for our girls. The girls look forward to spending time with her and always ask for her to come back. A few of the things I love the most about her are:
*her creativity when planning activities for kids
*her...
Malinda M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ally and I would love to be your next nanny/babysitter/ housekeeper/ home organizer! I have worked with children for many years, in a classroom setting, as a nanny, and as a director. I have also had experience working with a Company, where we provided magic for birthday parties and events by bringing fairy...
Allysun can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Wow - wish I could give her 10 stars! I asked Ally a few questions before meeting her and her answers were 100% in tune with our expectations of a care taker for our 5 year old son. We invited her over for an interview and just adored her. She immediately clicked...
Tiffany Z.
Jillian B.
New York, NY
$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Jillian , and I am originally from New Orleans but attend University at Lincoln Center in New York City. I have been babysitting for a few years now in New Orleans, and would love to continue to do so here in the city! I have maintained a great relationship with the families in New Orleans that I have worked for,...
Jillian can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Jillian has babysat for my three girls for the last few years in the summer when she’s home from college. I love that Jillian is so dependable, always on time, and really engages with my girls. She takes them all over town, to camp, to afternoon activities, etc. I...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
--Available for weeknights starting at 6pm, and weekends--
Hello! My name is Carly, and I am 28 years old. I work full-time now with a family in Morningside, but have open availability on nights and weekends!
I have nannied and babysat for more than a dozen different families (mostly long term, some temporary fill-in gigs)...
Carly can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Carly was with us for two years. She had become so much a member of our family that we asked her to consider coming with us for a month when we moved to help the kids (ages 5 & 2 now) gets settled. There aren't words to adequately describe the lengths Carly went to...
Edoardo B.
Hana M.
New York, NY
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I am highly dedicated, skilled in cooking and cleaning, and committed to meeting all your child's needs. Fluent in English and Amharic, I have five years of babysitting experience, which I genuinely enjoy. With CNA experience aiding the elderly, I assist with daily tasks like dressing and feeding, and my empathy and patience...
Hana can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I've worked with her quite a few times now. My kids loved having her care for them. She's an absolute sweetheart and very reliable. I'll definitely be using her services again!"
Leah M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Howdy! My name is Madison. I'm originally from Texas, and recently graduated from college. I've been babysitting since high school (5+ years) and see every family as a new adventure. I love to play games with kids and learn about their favorite things. I currently am a middle school science teacher, so I'm always ready to help...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Madison was great! My kids said she was so fun. She was polite and took special attention to each of my kids. She found ways to entertain my 8 year old and my 1 year old in a hotel room. she also got them to be and tidied up the room. We are using her again the...
Leslie A.
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Tashfiah, a 21-year-old architecture student at Pierce College. I have a year of experience working at Angie's Day Care and 6+ years of experience tutoring, providing both care and academic support for children. I have a proven track record of raising students' grades and have maintained a 95% positive feedback from...
Tashfiah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Tash, has been a savior for my family. We had an unusual situation with my scheduling and it was hard to find someone that would fit our needs. My daughter loved her after the first day she watched her. She is a safe driver, good at cooking (making healthy meals...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Emily, I am proudly from Chicago attending college in New York. With years of experience, working at daycares, employed as a teacher assistant and various babysitting jobs, I can provide a safe, supervised loving environment for your child. My mom always told me to do a job you would do for free, although...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Emily was so good with our 7 month old son! She was punctual, has an upbeat personality and sent me an update with photo of my baby. My son loved hanging out with her and look forward to having her back!"
Sylvia T.
Bernarda M.
New York, NY
$25-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
4.9
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I'm looking for full time job in Manhattan.
I'm an experienced nanny/babysitter and have good references from my previous jobs. Non smoker, CPR certified.
I'm a math teacher from Paraguay (not teaching now).
I speak Spanish, Portuguese and English.
I love children and pets. I can cook.
Hourly rate cash: for 1 child $30 +...
Bernarda can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She's very sweet and helpful around the house too. "
Sarah W.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in New York, NY
Zairoon N.
5.0
Wendy (Zairoon) is professional, kind, and responsive. We interviewed her for a nanny role and spoke to 3 of her past employers. We didn’t move forward only because we found someone else who was a slightly better fit for us. I wouldn’t hesitate to call upon Wendy for childcare in future.
- Ellie H.
Emma L.
5.0
Emma watched my two children- now 4.5 and 2.5 for a year regularly. We adore her and wish we lived closer now to have her babysit frequently. She is fun and creative, has a ton of energy, and keeps our kids safe and following our rules. I have no reservations recommending her!
- Care member
Caroline L.
5.0
Caroline was an excellent babysitter we would definitely hire again. Caroline watched our 4mo ("A") while we attended a wedding -- and she was our first non-family babysitter for A since he was born. She was communicative leading up to the job, and very punctual. We asked her to meet A a week ahead...
- Leslie S.
Abigail D.
5.0
Abigale is very respectful, responsible and understanding of how hard it can be to leave you child with a babysitter. She was sure to understand my instructions for bed time and bottles. Most of all my daughter was happy while Abigail was with her!
- Care member
Alexa Von M.
5.0
Alexa was an amazing date night babysitter, she came early , was great with our daughter Ella and was a joy to work with
- Care member
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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 3,210 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 $21.30 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 1,071 reviews of the 3,210 listed babysitters.