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3,205 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
Molly R.
New York, NY
$20-33/hr • 10 yrs exp
Energetic & Responsible Med Student Available For Sitter/Overnights
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am in my last year of medical school and will be starting my residency in Pediatrics in May. I nannied all throughout high school and college and am ACLS and BLS certified. I have more free time at the moment than I know what to do with, so let me have fun and take great care of your kids! I love to cook and clean. I am...
Molly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Molly is my kids absolute favorite nanny. If she hadn't moved away for college I would've kept her forever. Extremely dependable and fun."
Linda S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I hope you're doing well
I'm currently searching for a new opportunity to work on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Available to work weekly FT starting Jan 2025
I'm an extremely organized and reliable bilingual nanny with over 7 years of childcare experience.
My goal as a nanny is to care, love and give the attention...
Kiara can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kiara helped me full-time for a week this summer when I was in a bind and between nannies. My kids (then 2 and 4 months) both loved her immediately. She had great energy, was proactive, organized, engaging etc. I had already hired a new full-time nanny who was...
Care member
4.5
(4)
Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Iyanna, I have worked with several age groups starting from toddlers and ranging to geriatrics. I've worked with teens, with volleyball and tennis as the outlet for learning, I've also worked with toddlers as a teachers assistant. I'm qualified as a nurse assistant also this is where I've been able to touch the...
Iyanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
3.0
"She cancelled midnight the night before a morning babysitting job, said she felt sick. Left me in a lurch and without enough time to get someone else."
Jacquie S.
Lauren B.
New York, NY
$20-23/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Crafts. I was a former sleep-away counselor for 3 summers in charge of children ages 5-12 and use to hold CPR, First Aid, and Life guard certifications. I have been a part-time nanny for 7 years working with children 3-12+.
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"I can't express how grateful we are to have found Lauren. We have hired her numerous times for not only last minute outings, but overnight care. She is readily available to help out when needed, which has been key with last minute changes in my schedule. She is...
Jamie B.
Josephine A.
New York, NY
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has over 10+ years of experience caring for children, ranging in age from infant to teenagers. I'm a mom to two wonderful accomplished girls that are both now in their 20's. With me, your children will receive...
Josephine can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I needed a sitter for one night while I was visiting NYC and Josephine was so kind and patient with my little one (14 months). Within minutes of her coming to the apartment, he asked to be held by her and I felt he was in safe hands. I was able to relax and enjoy...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi families!
I describe myself as a fun loving caregiver who enjoys board games and arts & crafts. I enjoy games of all sorts and I'm a lover of academics. I enjoy reading and building with Legos!
I am raising 2 teenagers and I was a dog mom for 11 years. I have raised dogs, cats, hamsters, and reptiles. Post-pandemic, I...
Marie can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Marie is great with children. She is very punctual and very dependable. My daughter adores Marie. She always has fun activities to do for learning and more. She always knows how to keep my little one busy and happy. She always comes home with the best stories to...
Christine R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 19 years old. I love kids and kids love me! I am calm yet energetic and bubbly. In my free time I like to try new recipes, play the guitar, do yoga/run, and exploring something new or artistic. I have been watching kids since I was 12 years old ranging from 3 months - 10 years old on average. The most children i've watched...
Ilah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is amazing !!!! My daughter lovessss her. She wants to see her again. She’s amazing found her last minute and she pulled through. She reply’s fast and she’s so sweet. She’s really great"
Marline E.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone my name is Lorena, I'm 28 years old. I am bilingual I speak English and native Spanish.
I have a background in Childhood education (worked as a preschool and elementary teacher) I graduated from BMCC in PSY and currently I am finishing my major in Child PSY at CUNY BA.
Besides my experiences as a teacher I...
Lorena can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Lorena was awesome. Great communication, great with the kids, very dependable. I'd eagerly hire her again"
Amanda B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am very good with kids. I've worked as a school teacher overseeas and in Ohio. I'd like to learn along with kids, rather than acting like I am there to teach them.
Zekiye can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Zekiye did everything I asked for and more- she was easygoing and paid attention to things that were important to me. She's intelligent and kind and I was fortunate to have found her."
Dawn S.
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm a responsible, fun and organized nanny. My experiences with kids started, with my nephew. Between he's ages of 18 months until 8 years old. I also did volunteer work in a school and a NGO, and there a took care of kids in age between 6 to 12. I was an au pair. I babysat for kids of ages 10 months to 10 years old. I know...
Mel can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We love having Mel around to help. She is reliable, experienced, warm and respectful. I appreciate that Mel will give candid perspective and bring issues to my attention when needed. Most importantly, she cares about the kids and looks after them well. She also has...
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Hannah F.
New York, NY
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Looking For Weekend Babysitting Opportunities- Willing To Provide Rec Letters
I am an experienced babysitter looking for week night (after 5 pm) and weekend child care opportunities. Willing to provide letters of recommendation. My babysitting style involves building a personal bond with the child/children. This includes hands-on play, outdoor activities, art and board games. I find value in having a...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Sarah Y.
New York, NY
$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknight And Weekend Babysitting Jobs
Hello! My name is Sarah. I am 20 years old and I have grown up in four different countries, but have lived in the New York area for the majority of my life. I am fluent in English and proficient in Korean and Mandarin. I come from a family of three children. My parents taught me the value of education and strong moral values...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Lauren S.
New York, NY
$35/hr • 1 yrs exp
Kind, Responsible And Educated Babysitter Available For Weekend And Weeknight Babysitting Jobs.
I currently work at a pr agency in NYC but am looking for a part time babysitting job with a warm and welcoming family on the weeknights and weekends.
I have 2 years of babysitting experience with children ages 3 months to 14 years. I come from a large family with many siblings and have always looked forward to having my own....
Lauren can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Jacqueline G.
New York, NY
$16-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Looking For Part-time Babysitting Or Nanny Jobs
Hello, I am a graduate from the University of Minnesota with a BS in business and marketing education and a BFA in dance. I moved to NYC 1. 5 years ago and have been pursuing my professional dance career. I have a large resume of working with kids. I started babysitting and nannying when I was 13 for families of 1-4 children...
Jacqueline can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Chloe and I recently graduated from the University of Michigan! I recently moved back to NYC and I am looking for occasional babysitting jobs! I have worked with kids as a babysitter for the past 9 years, worked as a counselor for 2 summers and have tutored for the past 7 years as well! I have watched children...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am an energetic 28-year-old psychology student at Columbia & nanny/babysitter looking for jobs in the NYC area. I live in Hell's Kitchen and I have 6 years of professional experience with kids age 0-15. I am dedicated, reliable, and trustworthy, I am willing to help with homework/homeschooling, light housekeeping, meal...
Caroline can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have more than 25 years of dealing with children and am fluent in the Spanish language. I have three children of my own (all boys). I have been able to teach all of the children I've work with basic Spanish. When caring for children, I would usually arrange play dates with other nannies within the building to have activities...
Norma can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
I am an experienced babysitter with all ages! I am responsible, fun, caring, and love to put a smile on children's faces. I am currently in Graduate school for Speech-Language Pathology so I can also help with tutoring.
Lauren can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Hello, my name is Mitzi. Right now, I am on a summer break from my MBA program at Baruch College. I am happy to join your child in fun outdoor and educational activities this season.
I have more than 10 years of experience caring for children. I am the oldest sister of three and spent much time babysitting my two younger...
Mitzi can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
I have worked as a camp counselor, teacher assistant, floater, and student teacher (grades 3 and 4). I am in the process of gaining my elementary education teaching certification, but have experience with a wide range of children.
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in New York, NY
Molly R.
5.0
Molly is my kids absolute favorite nanny. If she hadn't moved away for college I would've kept her forever. Extremely dependable and fun.
- Linda S.
Kiara C.
5.0
Kiara helped me full-time for a week this summer when I was in a bind and between nannies. My kids (then 2 and 4 months) both loved her immediately. She had great energy, was proactive, organized, engaging etc. I had already hired a new full-time nanny who was starting soon thereafter, otherwise I...
- Care member
Iyanna B.
3.0
She cancelled midnight the night before a morning babysitting job, said she felt sick. Left me in a lurch and without enough time to get someone else.
- Jacquie S.
Lauren B.
5.0
I can't express how grateful we are to have found Lauren. We have hired her numerous times for not only last minute outings, but overnight care. She is readily available to help out when needed, which has been key with last minute changes in my schedule. She is very sweet, reliable, and trustworthy....
- Jamie B.
Josephine A.
5.0
I needed a sitter for one night while I was visiting NYC and Josephine was so kind and patient with my little one (14 months). Within minutes of her coming to the apartment, he asked to be held by her and I felt he was in safe hands. I was able to relax and enjoy my night out knowing he was well...
- 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 3,205 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 $21.33 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 1,065 reviews of the 3,205 listed babysitters.