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Amanda V.

Elementary Teacher Looking For A Summer Babysitting Job In NYC

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am currently a 4th grade teacher working the NYCDOE. I currently live in Lower Manhattan and live close to many subways. I attended the University of Rhode Island, majoring in elementary education. I graduated from NYU with my Master's in Special Education. I am also looking for a summer job. I am available from end of June-...

Chloe T. says "Amanda is a wonderful babysitter. She has looked after my very active 5 year old son and sometimes shy 3 year old daughter. She drives them to activities,...

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Alessandra F.

Nannying/Babysitting

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
My name's Alessandra :) I love the outdoors, music and cooking up my own healthy recipes! I enjoy babysitting and nannying because it's refreshing for me to be around young kids. I think we could all use those youthful, vibrant energies in our lives as often as possible and I genuinely have fun entertaining and playing with them...

Stacy I. says "We love Alessandra. She is incredible and engages with our son and his friends. She gets down on the floor and plays with the kids. She has been there for...

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Katiesha A.

Babysitting

New York, NY

3.8(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
grocery shopping
I am a great babysitter, and take very good care of Kids , and make sure the homework is done.

Krystal L. says "Katiesha is very responsbile and reliable. She always checks in and does whatever is needed to make sure I am comfortable in her caring for my children....

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Paula R.

Paula

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
My name is Paula, 29 y. o, I'm from Colombia, and I would love to share about my experience as a Nanny, Au pair and babysitter. I'm very passionate, flexible and compassionate. In my free time I will be running, visiting with my friends or developing a new hobby! QUALIFICATIONS - Former Infant Qualified Au Pair. - First...

Jen F. says "Paula is a wonderful childcare provider! She is warm, nurturing, and responsible. I always felt comfortable leaving my two kids (5 and 3 years old) with her....

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Lily D.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Lily and I am recent graduate of 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.

Heather M. says "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...

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Kira K.

Creative, Kind, And Organized Sitter.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello there! My name is Kira. I have 10+ years of experience in professional childcare, which includes: -Babysitting -Nannying -Swim Instruction -Assistant Director of youth vocal groups (included chaperoning multiple tours) -Reception at a pediatric clinic I have worked with all ages and greatly enjoy every experience I've...

Care Member says "great experience. On time, excellent with kids, very caring"

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Khalea W.

My Experience And Goals With Your Family

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Khalea and I am an experienced infant through teen-aged sitter, based in the Bronx, working in the Bronx, Jersey, and Manhattan. I am available for weekends, in the evening during the week, and am a very reliable choice for last minute bookings. More to note is that I am very comfortable with pets, and light...

Care Member says "Khalea was great with our kids! Would definitely hire her back anytime!"

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Edra M.

Loving Part-Time Caregiver

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
I am a Loving, Caring, Experienced woman. I have worked in childcare all my life. I have 3 grown children, of my own. My oldest son is Autistic, I have experience with children that have special needs. I have an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education. I have worked in a private day care, in the city of New York. I have...

Fabiola B. says "She took great care of our 7yo son during after school hours for a year. Amicable and extremely patient, helped with 1st grade homework. Good family...

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Raina R.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Hello, my name is Raina. I graduated from Marist College with B. F. A in Fashion Design. I currently live in the Upper East Side and have over 8 years experience. I love children and have two younger siblings that I've grown up helping to care for. I have babysit up to 7 children at a time with the youngest being 1-year-old. I...

Care Member says "Raina was extremely patient and understanding. She did an outstanding service in caring for our son. Would absolutely hire again! "

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Rosa T.

Reliable. Caring. Trustworthy. Fun.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
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....

Care Member says "Rosa is such an incredible caregiver to our now 12 month old. She’s been with us since our baby was 6 months and we have grown to love her so much! I...

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Nelle C.

Doula, Night Nurse, & Lactation Coach

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
I am a highly experienced full-spectrum doula with over seven years of supporting families throughout the entire perinatal continuum. Trained in a variety of birth, postpartum, and lactation, methods, I provide compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each family's unique needs. I am fully COVID-19 and TDAP vaccinated for...

Care Member says "Nelle was our night nanny for my baby up until baby was seven weeks old. She was very trustworthy and I felt safe putting my newborn under her care....

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Jess B.

Part-time Caregiver, Downtown Battery Park City Area, Evenings, Weekends

New York, NY

4.8(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
I have been providing local part-time childcare in Manhattan for the past 15 years, including overnight newborn care. Hourly rate is $25 when caring for one child, $30 when caring for two children. * Please inquire directly for overnight newborn care rate. I have completed and annually repeat the American Red Cross BLS...

Care Member says "It was our first time using a babysitter for our baby and Jess immediately put us at ease. She asked questions about everything she needed to know and...

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Jessica V.

Hi, My Name Is Jess!

New York, NY

4.9(1)
from
$23/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi, my name is Jess! I started working with kids when I became a princess for birthday parties. I also have taught at theatre camps in the past where I helped kids put on a show for their families. I have a graduate degree in nonprofit leadership and an undergraduate degree in music theatre. I love music, performing and baking....

Care Member says "Jess was fantastic with my two kids. She jumped right in and they were immediately comfortable with her. My two year old son kept asking when they could...

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Leslie R.

Gifted Sitter Of All Ages Looking For Part-Time Work

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 18 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
I have been caring for children ages newborn to 13 years old for the last 25+ years. I am a classically trained opera singer, but I have been caring for children as a profession for the last 25 years. I have found that my training as a musician has been incredibly helpful when caring for children on a variety of levels. Many...

Care Member says "Leslie is simply amazing, able to adapt to a child and circumstances. I would give more than 5 stars if the app allowed! Definitely hiring her again, my...

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Jenna M.

Energetic Nanny

New York, NY

4.7(1)
from
$35/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 19 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I adore children of all ages and will engage in homework help, art, music, yoga , cooking anything to keep a child engaged and learning. I will take excellent care of your kid or kids and they will have an enjoyable time getting to know me. Hope to hear from you!

Care Member says "Having Jenna as our nanny for a little over two years was a lifesaver for our family. She is reliable, sweet and caring. My twins loved the fun...

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Lisa L.

Interactive, Athletic, Articulate, Fun, Patient, Highly-Responsible & Nurturing Nanny W/ Over 10 Yrs Exp {6 Wks-11 Yrs}

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 18 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am an upbeat, interactive, articulate, attentive, fun, and very nurturing woman who has over 10 years experience working as a nanny. I have also been employed as a Hatha Yoga instructor to 1st, 2nd, 4th and 5th graders as part of an experimental remedial reading/writing art program. I genuinely enjoy engaging a child in safe,...

Care Member says "Lisa was very helpful with our daughter. She helped with her when she was between the ages of 1 and 2.5 years old. Lisa taught our daughter how to...

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Simonea P.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
I am very loving, energetic, patient and outgoing and love having activities that children will find entertaining. Babysitting is something I love doing because every day is different and new and it's amazing being part of a child learning as they grow. I am CPR and FiRST AID certified. I have experience caring for children from...

Benedetta T. says "Simonea is what we were looking for. She is a good person. She is a loving baby sitter (and mom too). She knows what to do in every situation and she...

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Catherine B.

Experienced Fun And Responsible Sitter!

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
Hi there! I'm a fun and engaging babysitter with 4 years of experience under my belt. I babysat two girls from ages 4 to 8 while at college at Northeastern University in Boston and loved every minute of it. I graduated from Northeastern last May and now live in NYC working at Deloitte. I'm looking to find a family I can...

Care Member says "I cannot recommend Catherine highly enough! She has been an absolute gem in caring for my 10-year-old daughter. She was recommended to me by a friend of...

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Xavier B.

Childcare 101. Class Is In Session.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello all! I am currently on a gap year before going to college. I have a lot of experience with care giving. I am an older brother of a High School sophomore, and I used to babysit kids for multiple families within my old building. I spent my High school community service hours at homework help in my old middle school. My...

Care Member says "Xavier is A++. He watched our 3 kids for two months over the summer and did a terrific job. He is extremely reliable as well as a calming presence and...

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Lily H.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
My name is Lily and I am a senior studying Science, Policy, and Ethics at Barnard College. I am from the East Village and have lived in New York City my whole life. I have had tons of experience babysitting and being a camp counselor, mostly for children 5 and under. I am CPR and first aid certified and have also worked in a...

Tina J. says "Lily is super fun and playful. Always brings in a great and joyful attitude while she's babysitting. My 18 month old daughter really enjoyed her time with...

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  • 2,755 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.37/hr as of September 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.8

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in New York, NY

Babysitters in New York, NY are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 856 reviews of the 2,754 listed babysitters

Amanda V.

Amanda is a wonderful babysitter. She has looked after my very active 5 year old son and sometimes shy 3 year old daughter. She drives them...

- Chloe T.

Alessandra F.

We love Alessandra. She is incredible and engages with our son and his friends. She gets down on the floor and plays with the kids. She has...

- Stacy I.

Katiesha A.

Katiesha is very responsbile and reliable. She always checks in and does whatever is needed to make sure I am comfortable in her caring for...

- Krystal L.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in New York, NY:

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 2,754 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.

The average rate for New York, NY babysitters on Care.com is $22.37 per hour as of September 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.

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.

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