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Background-checked babysitters in New York, NY that you'll love
3,224 babysitters are listed in New York, NY
The average rate is $21/hr as of November 2024
The average years of experience for babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in New York, NY
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Kaeleigh, I'm 24 years old, and I am available for your babysitting needs weeknights and weekends. I am currently an employee at CASES, where I work as a Mental Health Counselor, but have 8 years of experience working with children and adolescents. I also have experience working with children and adolescents...
Kaeleigh can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kaeleigh is the best to have! Kaeleigh is very caring, outgoing, and reliable. Kaeleigh has watched my son many times and I have never had to worry about leaving him. My son loves spending time with Kaeleigh and is always asking when she is coming back next....
Alex I.
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Rachel! I am a Pace University alumni. I have experience caring for all ages (newborns and up). I have been babysitting for 9+ years & have many younger cousins who I've looked after since they were infants. I have experience changing diapers, bottle feeding, light meal prep, homework help, reading books, etc. I...
5.0
"Rachel has been babysitting for our family for many years. She is kind, reliable and honest. Her sweet disposition and love for children was always evident when she was with us. Any family would be so lucky to have Rachel in their employ."
Shana C.
Lydia C.
New York, NY
$18-22/hr • 8 yrs exp
Reliable, Fun, Easygoing Babysitter In NYC! (College Educated, Vaccinated)
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Lydia, I'm a Conn College graduate and have lived in the city for over two years working in real estate administration. I have been babysitting for over 8 years for children 0-14, and most recently for two boys ages 3 and 6 (consistently for over 2 years, date night and overnight care). Since they moved from NYC,...
Lydia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lydia is a funny, outgoing, and active person! She will have plenty of fun ideas to share with your children and keep them entertained for hours!"
Aidan S.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a very dependable, patient, and compassionate person when it comes to working with children. For the past six years I have worked at an after-school program in Buffalo, New York. This past year I served as the Program Director; I was responsible for overseeing 50 children, ranging from kindergarten to fourth grade. I...
Alexandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Allie's been taking care of my 12 year old son over the last 6 years. We met Allie when he was in kindergarten and she was one of the staff at his after care program. She was a big reason he enjoyed going the whole way through his time at the school. Due to her...
Sandy C.
5.0
(1)
I have been working with children for four years now, as well as having prior experience in a daycare setting in high school. I am one of nine children, and as such have had much experience babysitting and managing sometimes hectic situations. I have also been a Classroom Counselor at a summer school camp for 2 years working...
5.0
"Hannah provided childcare for my two daughters, ages 9 and 6. She also tutored my oldest in math and ELA. She created a fun, supportive, and challenging learning environment. Both of my children loved spending time with her. I would highly recommend Hannah to...
Jamie A.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Liza and I am 29 years old with 13 years of nannying and babysitting experience. I am looking for a full-time position around 7-8 a.m. to 3-4 PM, and possibly a weekend job.
Liza can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Liza is a wonderful nanny! We were lucky to have her watch our little boy when he was around a year old. We added onto a nanny share with another family. So, Liza watch our boy and a rambunctious 2 and a half year old together. I especially appreciated how she...
Sarah B.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Charlie. I am an actor/singer who hails from North Carolina. I have been babysitting, "mannying", and working with children of all ages for several years. I am a non-smoking, pet-loving, CPR-certified college grad who is completely comfortable navigating the streets of NYC and taking care of children of all ages. I am...
Charlie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Charlie helped us out in the morning for a few months this year. He quickly earned our trust and was a reliable caretaker. We would be happy to recommend him."
Scott B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Raina, I'm 27, grew up in NYC and have been working on an organic flower and vegetable farm in the Hudson Valley, but am moving back to NYC in April. I graduated from Bucknell University with a bachelors in English lit. I love knitting, reading, doing crafts/art projects, roller skating, making floral arrangements and...
Raina can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
5.0
"Raina is wonderful! She interacts with the kids, and they have a wonderful time with her. She is so so great. I would re-hire her anytime."
Laura R.
Josephine M.
New York, NY
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Josephine- Fun, Artistic Babysitter W/ Educational Background *VACCINATED&COVID-CONSCIOUS
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
**FULLY VACCINATED AND BOOSTED!** **My ethos: Creativity, while certainly not generic, is universal to the human experience. We all have something that makes us artists, and it's up to the adults to nurture that in kids.**
Coming from a family of artists and teachers, I've enjoyed nannying and tutoring children of all ages...
Josephine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Josephine joined our family in January as an after school sitter for two spirited preschoolers. She's been nothing but dependable, caring and loving. Josie is an excellent communicator and I never worry about the kids safety in her care. Her friendly attitude and...
Becky E.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Charysh (pronounced Cherish), I have spent the last 4 years as a performer and educator in New York City and I'm excited to make my triumphant return to the West Coast! I come from a very large family, mostly made up of women, so nurturing has always come very natural to me. I have been taking care of kids...
Charysh can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I had the pleasure of working with Charysh as a babysitter for my three children, and I must say that she is a true professional. Charysh is not only caring and attentive but also incredibly responsible and trustworthy. She has a way with children that immediately...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have two years experience being an Au Pair in the USA. First year (2019-2020) I worked in south orange (NJ) with teenagers( two boys one 11 e other 16) and a single mom. Job include driving around, bringing the kids to appointments, classes and school. Cooking, laundry of my boys and help the younger one with school...
Rodrigo can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rodrigo is the best, amazing person, caring, responsible and I never met someone with such a good heart. He's a really nice guy, always looking after for his friends and family, definitely a right choose to have around you and work with!"
Dirceu C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I recently moved into New York from Connecticut. I have over 10 years of experience working with children in a variety of settings (camp counselor, volunteered at a preschool, and working at learn to skate programs as well as having experience as a full time nanny). I genuinely enjoy and care for each of the kids and families I...
Tina can also help with: Swimming supervision
5.0
"Tina cared for my 1 year old son during her spring semester at school and my son loved her. Tina is very calm and patient which is needed with a toddler that has never ending energy, fights napping and doesn't always cooperate at lunch time. We look forward to...
Shannon B.
Parker J.
New York, NY
$28-50/hr • 12 yrs exp
Reliable, Full-time, Experienced Caretaker/nanny/babysitter
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Currently enrolled in a Masters Program for Educational Psychology at Hunter University. Available all summer, once the school year comes back my only limitations would be Monday and Tuesday nights. I have experience caring for Newborns to high schoolers, with families up to 3 children.
Parker can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Parker has gone above & beyond our expectations and my kids absolutely love her! She not only helps with the daily house chores she takes my kids on special memorable outings that they love! I hope she gets to stay with our family for a long time!"
Kate H.
5.0
(2)
I I have been babysitting since I can remember and have experience with kids from newborn to early teens. I was a professional Nanny for 3 years full-time in Manhattan, as well as part-time for 2 years while I was in graduate school. I have done everything the city has to offer with kids, from baby classes to trips to Brooklyn...
Naomi can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Naomi babysat and nannied for my 2 daughters. She is kind and loves children. She is very responsible and trustworthy."
Stacey W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a 10-year-old daughter who is going to school, and while she is in school I would love to do what I do best, care for children. I enjoy the personalities that they have and the big imagination. I have taking care of many kids before, as well as at our children's church, which range from 9 months to 13 years old. Also I am...
Alba can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alba has been a great resource for me to get things off my chores list. She is reliable and responsive, which is greatly appreciated. I like that she is open to help with what needs to be done. Working with her has been easy as my toddler connected with her as...
Remya T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 20 years of experience in taking care of kids and infants and Housekeeping. Working with multiple children is not a problem. I love to see children with their smile of happiness, I treat them like my own and I'm not afraid to get little messy at fun times. I don't spend hours on the phone and watching TV. I am loving,...
Juvyann can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Juvyann was very courteous and flexible for the weekend days I needed childcare. She was awake very early in the morning to accommodate my schedule and she was kind to my daughter. My daughter enjoyed playing with her and her children. She provided a hot meal,...
Melissa H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Love children! Have been babysitting children since I was 13, especially through care. com. I am a registered nurse, so can be trusted in case of emergency. I look forward to meeting you and your family!
Amy can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Amy was great. She was able schedule my short notice/urgent child care need. Amy got along great with my children, and I would hire again for sure!"
Rod H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ruth!
I love taking care of children, teaching them breathing exercises in order to learn how to cope with stressful situations. I always make sure to provide a fun and educational activity every time and tidy up the living room and kitchen. Love cooking healthy recipes, and have a great way with children!
Ruth can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Ruthy is amazing for babysitting, and caring for your home."
Me H.
Maya C.
New York, NY
$30-36/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dedicated Nanny/Babysitter With 8 Years Experience & Flexibility
5.0
(3)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Maya, and I am looking for part-time and occasional babysitting jobs! I have 10 years of paid experience, and am CPR certified. I am fully vaccinated and graduated from University. I am finishing my Master's degree. I have experience with all ages, and multiple kids. I can prepare simple meals, tidy up, and...
Maya can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maya was great with our 10 month boy while we were visiting the city. She is communicative and attentive, and took care of his needs while we were out for the day. Would highly recommend hiring her."
Dmitry K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am young professional living in Harlem after attending UC Berkeley and graduating with a Bachelor's in Sociology. I am enthusiastic, love to be active with kids and am very patient. I love kids and have always tried to fit babysitting in around the edges even at school because I find it fun for both me and the kids I'm...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"A really active and charming babysitter. She played terrifically with all of my 5 kids and took care of the fussy twin toddlers for the night. She has a brilliant future ahead of her and look forward to seeing her again. Thanks again!"
Monica O.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in New York, NY
Kaeleigh N.
5.0
Kaeleigh is the best to have! Kaeleigh is very caring, outgoing, and reliable. Kaeleigh has watched my son many times and I have never had to worry about leaving him. My son loves spending time with Kaeleigh and is always asking when she is coming back next. Kaeleigh is the best to have she is...
- Alex I.
Rachel L.
5.0
Rachel has been babysitting for our family for many years. She is kind, reliable and honest. Her sweet disposition and love for children was always evident when she was with us. Any family would be so lucky to have Rachel in their employ.
- Shana C.
Lydia C.
5.0
Lydia is one of my favorite babysitters! She is great with the kids and is always keeping them engaged in some kind of activity. She is the sweetest and most respectful young lady I know and you would be lucky to have her as your babysitter.
- Hannah M.
Alexandra B.
5.0
I have known Allie for 5 years. She has become part of our family. She has cared for my pets and is one of the few people I trust with my dog and 2 cats. She also does a wonderful job taking care of our home when we are traveling. She understands how much I miss my furry friends, and is always sure...
- Michelle K.
Hannah H.
5.0
Hannah provided childcare for my two daughters, ages 9 and 6. She also tutored my oldest in math and ELA. She created a fun, supportive, and challenging learning environment. Both of my children loved spending time with her. I would highly recommend Hannah to anyone looking for childcare or a tutor....
- Jamie A.
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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 3,224 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 $21.25 per hour as of November 2024. 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 2024, 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 1,119 reviews of the 3,224 listed babysitters.