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3,199 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
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Samira and I'm a graduate from the University of Maryland (go Terps!)
A bit about me:
I have been babysitting for about 10+ years and have a younger brother who is 11 years younger, so I have a lot of experience with children.
I love kids and I love helping out whoever needs my help and hopefully you will...
Samira can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Christine V.
New York, NY
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Energetic Kid-wrangler Looking For Occasional Babysitting Opportunities
Hi! My name is Christine, and I love helping kids learn and play. As a sleepaway camp counselor, I made sure that up to 10 children at a time were safe, clean, fed, and having fun. I planned detailed itineraries and led lessons with energy and enthusiasm. I have upwards of 1000 hours of experience tutoring kids in elementary and...
Christine can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep
I hope to spend the summer working with kids. I am attending university in the fall and entering my freshman year. Please reach out for any of your babysitting needs!
I'd describe my personality as responsible, caring, and funny
I like working with kids because I want to transform the minds of the future
In my spare time, I...
Allison M.
New York, NY
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Energetic, Responsible And Flexible Adult With Consistent Babysitting Experience
I work in corporate and have been employed full time in the marketing communications industry since 2019 when I graduated college in Philadelphia, PA. I have always loved children and babysat all through college for several families both consistently and on occasion as needed.
I pride myself in my ability to form relationships...
Allison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hired by 49 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Erika. I was a third grade teacher for the past 5 years and transitioned to full time nannying this school year. I hold a bachelors degree in childhood education and a masters degree in special education. In addition to my experience in the classroom, I have babysat for many families with children of all ages (newborns...
Erika can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
I have been babysitting children since I was 10 years old. I am 18 now and looking for some extra money for college. I worked at Town of Mamaroneck day camp last summer and also volunteered at Discovery Me Preschool for many years. Additionally, I have walked dogs around my neighborhood if that interests you also. Look forward...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
I'd describe my personality as empathetic, caring, hardworking
I like working with kids because they show us how the littlest things in life can make us happy. They also show us how to be unfiltered and carefree.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to build relationships with children and find fun and creative ways to...
Zoe B.
New York, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Psychology Graduate Student Looking For Nanny/Babysitting Positions
Hi! My name is Zoe, and I recently graduated from Connecticut College with bachelor's degrees in psychology and human development. Currently, I work as a research coordinator in oncology research. I'm also looking for nannying and babysitting positions in New York City during the evenings and weekends.
I have over 10 years of...
Zoe can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Kelsey O.
New York, NY
$20-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
Energetic Special Education/Kindergarten Teacher W/ Masters Degree Available For Summer Babysitting!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am an energetic elementary school teacher with 9 years of elementary teaching experience I have my Masters in Special Education and I am licensed to teach Students with Disabilities Birth-Grade 2. I am Red Cross certified in CPR & First Aid. I've also been fingerprinted and background checked by the New York Department...
Kelsey can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Isabelle G.
New York, NY
$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Experienced Recent College Grad With Ample Availability For Babysitting
Hello! I'm a recent college graduate with a passion for working with kids. During high school, I gained valuable experience as a babysitter and tutor, and I also had the pleasure of being a camp counselor. I love creating fun and engaging activities for children, and I'm excited to bring my enthusiasm and availability to your...
Isabelle can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Hello my name is Milka, I am studying bilingual childhood Education. I have worked for numerous of families throughout New York City. I have various families that reach out to me work during weekends and date night aside my full time position is Paraprofessional from charter school. I have experience working in a daycare, and...
Milka can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a student attending NYU studying biochemistry and I am interested in being a sitter in the city!! I am a positive, friendly, and energetic sitter who has been officially babysitting my coworkers and neighbors kids for years and unofficially babysitting my younger sister and cousins for even more years. I have experience...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Jesliann and it is a pleasure to have you visiting my profile. in a small family/ private daycare and summer camp program. I worked at my job for the last four years and gained and learned a lot of experience in early childhood education. To make things clearer I have experience in all age groups starting from 2-11...
Jesliann can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Molly D.
New York, NY
$14-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
Energetic, Creative, Warm, Law Student Looking To Do Some Babysitting!
Hello Families! Thank you for taking the time to check out my profile. I am a rising second year law student at Brooklyn Law school. Before that I worked for a variety of child centered non-profits, and attended Boston College.
I absolutely love children and have experience with everyone from babies to teenagers. I also have...
Molly can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
I have previous experience with babysitting young children (both nights and mornings), as well as experience with working as a children's birthday party entertainer. I also have volunteered at a hospital's child care center in the past. I am wonderful with children because I truly love spending time with them and being silly...
Robyn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Nevets M.
New York, NY
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi my name is Nevets. I'm a college student who takes great joy in watching children learn and grow. My experiences in previous babysitting roles have been positive, and I'm motivated to make a positive impact on children's lives and support families. I'm creative and imaginative, with a friendly and empathetic personality. I...
Silvia C.
New York, NY
$26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a dedicated and passionate caregiver with 20+ years of experience, I find immense joy in supporting families and ensuring the well-being of children. My journey in childcare began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my knack for nurturing and caring for little ones. I went on to study Early Childhood...
Silvia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
In high school I babysat for a family of two children aging 3 and 10, a family with three children aging 4, 4, and 7, and another family with three children aging 4, 6, and 8. Along with babysitting I have also tutored six different children aging 5 to 12 in subjects such as Math, English, and Science. Throughout college I...
Michaela can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Khalea and I am an experienced infant through teen-aged sitter, based in the Upper West Side of Manhattan. I am available both weekdays & weekends, and am a reliable choice for last minute bookings.
More to note is that I am very comfortable with pets, and light cooking, am a non-smoker, and have 3 years of...
Khalea can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel & more
Martha M.
New York, NY
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I've been caring for children since I was 14, and during college found myself nannying most weekends. It is something that doesn't feel like a job to me, I still stay in touch with the many families I spent time with in college. I find my approach incredibly adaptable with the heart of it knowing that all children and families...
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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 3,199 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 $21.32 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 1,064 reviews of the 3,199 listed babysitters.