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3,207 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
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Alexie and I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old. I have a lot of experience with a lot of different age groups. I previously nannied for four boys aging between 4 and 8. I have also worked in a Daycare Center in Upstate New York for about a year where I worked with children ages 2 months- 5 years...
Alexie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lexie has been a great caregiver for our children. She quickly hit it off with my shy child, engages in play, leads activities, and manages conflict with the kids in a way that is supportive of their wants but assertive in her position of being in charge. She is...
Janelle M.
5.0
(8)
Hi there! I'm Rosa. I have been caring for children for over 15 years as a babysitter and Nanny. I experience working with infants as well as toddlers, I formally directed an after school program ages 5-11. I truly love working with young kids, and I approach each child as an individual who I get to help grow, teach and develop....
Rosa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rosa lived with my family for several years and took care of my children so I could work full time. As the first to have Rosa as a care giver I would highly recommend her to anyone. Even as a young woman Rosa was very responsible and reliable. She was a mentor...
Brunilda J.
Ethan M.
New York, NY
$18-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
Part-time Sitter With An (honorary) Degree In Board Games, Mac N'cheese, And Going To Bed On Time
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an actor and creative looking for part-time babysitting/nanny work to fill out my schedule. I have 2 years of experience, speak English fluently and German at an intermediate/conversational level, am happy to help with homework, and can make easy dinners. I also have experience babysitting children with autism and...
Ethan can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Ethan for a one-time evening sitting job for my two kids age 4 and 6. I specifically chose Ethan because of his German language skills. While Ethan's German is basic and a bit rusty, it was good enough to communicate with my children in that language.
He...
Minh N.
Michael W.
New York, NY
$35-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Michael!
I have lots of experience working with kids, I nannied for a family with two kids (ages 7 & 12) for two years. As well as a family with 3 children (ages 7, 9, &11) last summer and I have also been a nanny to two children (ages 2 & 9), a newborn in BK up until he was four months, and a 1-year-old for 6...
Michael can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Michael was such a positive energy to have in the house. She was very sweet with our 3 month old (was with us for 8 weeks for half days), and kept him happy, fed, changed, and well-rested!"
Libby D.
Alexandra M.
New York, NY
$10-34/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi !
I'm Lexi and would love to connect . I am currently a medical assistant but also have experience in camp counselor , babysitting , and volunteering. I have been nannying for the past few years and babysitting a lot before then as well. I am applying to medical school for next year. I am CPR certified as well as trained in...
Alexandra can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"As Lexi is my friend I know that she is extremely accountable, outgoing, and hardworking. When working with Lexi at a local rec camp she was punctual, allowed for the kids to have an amazing time due to her energy, and caring as well. I know that Lexi is committed...
Nina G.
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: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Olivia, I am 24 years old and have been babysitting since I was about 13 and have had the opportunity to be asked back multiple times by the families I sit for. I have worked at a childcare where I watched kids ranging in ages newborn to 10 years. While working at the childcare I got very comfortable with...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Olivia was very professional, punctual, and easy to communicate with. She was very sweet with our two little boys, who loved spending time with her!"
Ryan Y.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Lucy, and I've been babysitting on the Upper West Side for 6 years. My clients always appreciate my reliability and my knack for adding a creative and theatrical touch to babysitting. I'm experienced with kids ranging from toddlers to 10-year-olds and can offer homework assistance as well as special support for...
Lucy can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Lucy is a perfect candidate for babysitting. I can only say the best things about Lucy. Lucy babysat my son who is now 11-years-old and has been babysitting my 5-year-old daughter. I admire Lucy's approach to babysitting. Her dedication, enthusiasm, positivity,...
Olga I.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sheila! I am 26 and am excited to meet you and potentially babysit, nanny or tutor. I am a high school science teacher and am comfortable tutoring and providing child care for all ages. I have a wide range of experiences from newborns to teenagers, occasional date night sitting to nannying for the summer. I look...
Sheila can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sheila was fantastic! She was very responsive prior to caring for my children and was great with them when she was with them. Both my 9 year old twin boys really liked her which is high praise in my book. Additionally, she was unflappable when my dog had an...
Katy C.
5.0
(1)
Hi There! Thank you for visiting my profile. My name is Elise, and I have over 10 years of childcare experience in a variety of fields as a nanny, babysitter, and camp counselor. In addition to my experience in childcare, I am a comedian and screenwriter who has written at Nickelodeon Animation and most recently worked in the...
Elise can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Elise is extremely intelligent, caring, and talented. She is a young woman of great integrity that is far beyond her years. I have, and always will, entrust her with all my students of varied ages. I highly recommend her."
Ralph C.
Clara M.
New York, NY
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked as a babysitter, nanny, and camp counselor with children of all ages, and have the most experience with the 8-year-old age group. CPR certified and have a driver's license with a clean record.
I have found childcare to be one of the most rewarding things in the world, and can't wait to meet your family!
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Clara did a great job! Reliable and proactive with a fun attitude."
Nadeen F.
Alexis M.
New York, NY
$13-23/hr • 5 yrs exp
Part Time Care For Watching, Entertaining, Preparing Food For, Dropping Off/picking Up,and Tutoring
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I'm Alexis and I'd love to be your next babysitter, transportation, or honorary big sibling! I have loved working with kids from a young age (going on 6 years of babysitting experience now), and have ample experience with children ranging from 1-year-old all the way through high schoolers. I have one younger brother and...
Alexis can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alexis is absolutely Amazing! She follows instructions to the letter. She is always early. Alexis has a fantastic work ethic. I'm sad she is off to college at the end of the summer! My son absolutely adores Alexis above all other child care providers!!! He...
Olivia M.
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, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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.
Hannah M.
New York, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've always loved children and as one of five kids, I had plenty of experience taking care of my younger siblings even before I started babysitting for other families. My siblings also gave me a great deal of practice in navigating big families - keeping an eye out for multiple children at once, appealing to different ages...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"Hannah is wonderful and very sweet. My kids had such a great time with her and my 3 year old still asks when she is coming back!"
Kristi S.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I have worked in various positions with children, adults, and the elderly. I tutored throughout high school and college, and currently work doing dementia research at a medical school. Weekends in my undergraduate career consisted of me working at an assisted living facility for the elderly. I am also classically trained...
Natasha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
5.0
"Natasha is a delight. Takes wonderful care and is very patient. "
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Adesuwa I.
New York, NY
$30-40/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Being around kids is truly magnificent and is a big passion of mine. I graduated from Northeastern University with a degree in Education and childhood psychology. All together, I have been working for over 6 years, being everything from an infant/toddler nanny to a nanny for children from 4 months-13, to working with children in...
Adesuwa can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
(2)
Hi, my name is Erica and I am a graduate of Fairfield University and current resident of the West Village. I have over 8 years of experience watching kids of all ages, including working at a Day Care in River Vale, New Jersey with children as young as infants and up to age 5. Throughout college I babysat for multiple families as...
Erica can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Erica is amazing, she watched my 2 year old son for a year in Norwalk CT. We were sad to lose her after she graduated but my son loved her. She is so sweet, fun and gentle!! A mom always knows best and I would trust Erica with my babies any day! Love love love her."
Chloe T.
Lesedi G.
New York, NY
$27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I was a camp counselor at the Auburn Recreational and Cultural Summer Camp in Auburn Massachusetts for 3 summers and absolutely loved it. I've also babysat for my neighbor's children. There are four of them between the ages of 3 and 12.
Lesedi can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"As the director of a town summer camp, Lesedi has been one of the most thoughtful and proactive counselors that I have employed. She has always taken the initiative to carefully listen to our campers, correct any misbehavior when necessary, and engage with them in...
Andrew J.
Hannah S.
New York, NY
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I am a creative nanny with several years of off app experience with ages ranging from four months to 15 years old. I am currently looking for a new family to nanny for full time. I have various backgrounds as well as a degree in communication with minors in both
Literature and art. I am a fun and creative individual who is up...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hannah is wise beyond her years, and has a great head on her shoulders She is incredibly driven, kind and hardworking. She cares deeply about her friends, family and loved ones"
Olivia B.
Sarah C.
New York, NY
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Patient, Empathetic, And Experience Special Education Teacher
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Sarah and I am finishing up my fourth year teaching in New York City. I am originally from Michigan but moved here four years ago to start teaching and get my Master's in Education. I currently teach adults (18-21) with autism in a 6:1:1 class setting.
I am looking for part-time work with adolescents or adults...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Incredibly caring, nurturing, generous. One of the most patient people I know. Her students and their parents love her and consider her an integral part of their lives. She is passionate and talented in her work with special needs children."
Grace M.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in New York, NY
Alexie E.
5.0
Lexie has been a great caregiver for our children. She quickly hit it off with my shy child, engages in play, leads activities, and manages conflict with the kids in a way that is supportive of their wants but assertive in her position of being in charge. She is prompt, dependable, and...
- Janelle M.
Rosa T.
5.0
Rosa regularly watches our infant and we love her. She has so much experience and is so wonderful at child engagement. I'm always impressed with the creative activities she comes up with and how she incorporates music and singing and developmental activities. She has my highest recommendation.
- Corey H.
Ethan M.
5.0
I hired Ethan for a one-time evening sitting job for my two kids age 4 and 6. I specifically chose Ethan because of his German language skills. While Ethan's German is basic and a bit rusty, it was good enough to communicate with my children in that language.
He was on time (actually he came 15...
- Minh N.
Michael W.
5.0
Michael was such a positive energy to have in the house. She was very sweet with our 3 month old (was with us for 8 weeks for half days), and kept him happy, fed, changed, and well-rested!
- Libby D.
Alexandra M.
5.0
As Lexi is my friend I know that she is extremely accountable, outgoing, and hardworking. When working with Lexi at a local rec camp she was punctual, allowed for the kids to have an amazing time due to her energy, and caring as well. I know that Lexi is committed to whatever she agrees too and is...
- Nina G.
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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 3,207 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 $21.31 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 1,072 reviews of the 3,207 listed babysitters.