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3,068 babysitters are listed in New York, NY
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in New York, NY
Makenzi G.
New York, NY
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Weekends And Weeknights
4.0
(1)
I have been babysitting for about 15 years. I've been a preschool teacher for 2+ , camp counselor for 5+ years, and an elementary school teacher and administrative staff member for 4+ years as well. I love kids of all ages and would love the opportunity to help with your children to ensure they are being safe and having fun at...
Makenzi can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
3.0
(1)
My experience caring for children includes work in homes, schools, and in volunteer situations. I have an energetic younger sister that I have looked after for years along with several neighborhood children as well. I love working with kids because of their energy and curiosity in regards to life. I am currently a student in...
Amber can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm Chloe and I'm currently working in commercial insurance after graduating from Boston College this past May. I'm looking to provide care late afternoons/nights during the week to come after work or all day on weekends. I've been a counselor at Special Camp for Special Kids for 4 years, starting my freshmen year of high...
Chloe can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Loved having you as a sitter Chlo! Can't recommend you enough!!! The girls will miss you:)"
Mary H.
Emmy M.
New York, NY
$40-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Bubbly Babysitter Looking For Weeknight And Weekend Opportunities
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Emmy!
I'm a bubbly caretaker and 3rd grade teacher available for babysitting and tutoring/HW help. I have been nannying/babysitting for 10+ years and a first-year teacher. I love making Arts&Crafts, encouraging imagination, and experienced with Big Little Feelings practices. The families I have worked with have children...
Emmy can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My kids love Emily! She is very responsible and dependable. "
Michele R.
Rachel S.
New York, NY
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Warm, Loving & Dependable Babysitter/Nanny With 10+ Years Of Experience!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Rachel, I am a born & raised Buffalonian with a heart as big as my loud Italian family! I come from a long line of caregivers so childcare has always felt like a part of my blood rather than an acquired skill. I began babysitting at age 13 and have since worked in many different childcare settings, providing me a...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"When my sitter cancelled I needed help fast, and Rachel saved the day. She showed up quickly and was a pro taking care of 5-week-old son; he was so happy in her care. We would love for Rachel to help our family again!"
Lauren H.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Melanie. I moved to New York about a year ago and have a passion for psychology and child development. I have experience working with children from K-8 from after-school programs, arts and craft events, and baby sitting.
Melanie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mel was great with my daughter. Definitely the best nanny I have ever had. She was patient with my newborn and worked with us on her sleep and feeding schedule. She was reliable and showed a lot of compassion when caring for my daughter which made us feel...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have 5 years of experience and have even worked with special needs children. I can help prepare food and take your children around the city if you would like. My full time job starts up again August 15 so until then I am around full time and afterwards I will only be available on weekends. I can help with Swimming Supervision...
Jillian can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jillian babysat regularly for my three young children (3, 6, 7) in Long Island. They always talked about how much fun they had when Jillian would babysit. She'd take them to the park, out for ice cream and would even help with online school (because I can never...
Katerina S.
5.0
(1)
I am a 2nd grade teacher at a NYC public school. If you want a fun, outgoing, responsible babysitter, please contact me!
Lauren can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lauren worked as a summer paid intern for The Nantucket Hotel & Resort in our Activities Department that includes all aspects of The Nantucket Club, our Kids Club and our two pool facilities. She was a bright and quick learner and made friends quickly with our...
Jamie H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience with childcare. I've worked with children from 18 months to 9 years old. I have experience working at public schools abroad teaching children English.
Carolina can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
5.0
"My son LOVES Carolina. She has cared for him since he was 3. He is going to be 6 now and he always asks for and about her. She is wonderful! I highly recommend her."
Gabrielle Z.
Lorena C.
New York, NY
$27-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
Playful And Fun Babysitter With More Than 7 Years Of Experience
5.0
(4)
During the last 8 years, I've taken care of children of all ages, learning multiples skills to entertain and educate them! I love children and interacting with them makes me happy!
Currently I'm looking for one-time jobs. Reach out to me if you need that extra help, it doesn't matter if it's late notice!
In case you would...
Lorena can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lorena was great with my kids, 2.5 and 4.5. She is very warm and caring. I always knew my kids were safe with her when on the playground, which is very rare. She is not one of those sitters who is on her phone constantly. She likes to be sitting and playing with...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My first foray into the world of babysitting was when I began mother's helping at the age of 10. My clients were twin 4-year-old boys, and my main duties were to help them learn to read and write, so that was definitely a lot of experience both in teaching and with dealing with young twins. Once I turned 13, I had a regular...
Kathryn can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Kathryn babysat for my kids for about 5 years. She was always reliable and responsible. My kids were always super excited to hear she was coming! Feel free to contact me for a more detailed reference."
Michelle C.
5.0
(1)
I work in fintech in the city and I work from home. I truly enjoy taking care of people and I have a passion for working with children. I have babysitting experience with children as young as 7 months. I would be able to tutor your children, take care of the house, make meals, and take them to places.
I enjoy taking care of...
Meghana can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Meghana worked for us for 5 months picking up our daughter from school. She was always punctual, dependable, professional, and very friendly. She made sure that my daughter felt safe on a subway ride. On rare occasions when she was unable to pick my daughter up,...
Noah D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of professional experience with children, and 4 years of experience babysitting for families. I have worked with children as young as 7 months and as old as 15 years. Past babysitting jobs have required me to change diapers, take children to the park, to ballet practice, assist with homework, prepare simple...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Shelby is truly a wonderful person and a fantastic caregiver. We have known her for many years and she took care of our two kids. We love her and would hire her again in a second. If you want someone kind, loving, smart, and reliable then definitely hire Shelby. We...
Tara T.
4.0
(1)
Hi! I have been babysitting for the past 17 years. I am local to Tribeca (10013) and a native New Yorker.
I love children and am great with all ages. I have a specialty in special needs as I have two nephews that are autistic. I am looking forward to meeting you! Feel free to ask me any specific questions.
Erin can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
4.0
"We were unable to use Erin because our kids weren't feeling well when we booked her. However, she was very easy to contact and wonderful with her follow up. I would definitely try to get in touch with her again."
Michelle V.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Sophie. I'm a recent graduate of NYU where I studied Applied Psychology and Computer Programming. I'm currently working in the city as a Research Analyst in Market Research. I've been babysitting and nannying since high school, and am looking for occasional date night positions! Thank you :)
Sophie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sophie took care of our 3yr old and 6 yr old and did an amazing job! They took to her immediately. She even got my precious 3 yr old off to bed without pushback. She was kind, caring, and the kids had a blast. I would definitely hire Sophie again!"
Claudette M.
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Ellen and I'm 23 and living in the Upper East Side. I'm originally from Nashville but have been in NYC for over 5 years and went to Fordham University. I have a full time corporate job in marketing and communications in downtown Manhattan.
I have babysat since I was 12, and I love doing it. I regularly babysat...
Ellen can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Ellie is wonderful with kids and dogs. She came highly recommended from a friend and did not disappoint. I would recommend her to anyone in need of childcare. She’s certainly up to task!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Maya! I'm currently a student at GWU. I'm passionate about early childhood development and have a particular abundance of experience with infants and toddlers, but I have cared for kids from newborns to teens and am great with all ages.
I have extensive live-in and live-out nanny experience for infants and toddlers, have...
Maya can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Maya has been watching our son since he was 2 months old. She is super responsive during coordination and is very punctual. Our son lights up whenever he sees her."
Joshua H.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
American Red Cross certified babysitter . I have 13 years of part time childcare experience and 5 years of full time child care experience.
I'm extremely reliable, energetic, organized, and pet friendly! I'd love the opportunity to help you and your family :)
Kaley can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We love Kayley for date nights when we're visiting NYC! "
Molly K.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years experience taking care of babies and children. I can take your children to parks, museums, pools, playdates, etc.. I can read books, play board games (checkers, puzzles, ...)I am reliable, patient and respectful and can have a full background check done. I can provide excellent multiple references. I hold...
Victoria can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Victoria was super helpful with any help we were looking for. She is amazing care take and hard working person. Thank You for your help..."
Victoria A.
5.0
(1)
Hi there! My name is Sarah, and I have over three years of experience as a babysitter. I am passionate about working with children and went to school for elementary education, which has given me a solid foundation in child development and teaching strategies. I understand the importance of creating a safe, fun, and educational...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, travel
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in New York, NY
Chloe M.
5.0
Loved having you as a sitter Chlo! Can't recommend you enough!!! The girls will miss you:)
- Mary H.
Emmy M.
5.0
We love Emmy and so does our son! She's friendly, caring, smart and we would recommend her in a second to anyone looking for full time childcare!
- Demetra P.
Rachel S.
5.0
When my sitter cancelled I needed help fast, and Rachel saved the day. She showed up quickly and was a pro taking care of 5-week-old son; he was so happy in her care. We would love for Rachel to help our family again!
- Lauren H.
Melanie L.
5.0
Mel was great with my daughter. Definitely the best nanny I have ever had. She was patient with my newborn and worked with us on her sleep and feeding schedule. She was reliable and showed a lot of compassion when caring for my daughter which made us feel comfortable when in her care.
- Care member
Jillian G.
5.0
Jillian babysat regularly for my three young children (3, 6, 7) in Long Island. They always talked about how much fun they had when Jillian would babysit. She'd take them to the park, out for ice cream and would even help with online school (because I can never figure that out).
It was also...
- Katerina S.
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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 3,068 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 $22.22 per hour as of April 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 1,207 reviews of the 3,068 listed babysitters.