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3,208 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
Yesenia R.
New York, NY
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Yesenia. I am a 36yr old Nanny/Cleaner with newborn and toddler experience. I live in downtown Manhattan , Working with multiple children is not a problem. I love to see children their smile of happiness , I treat them like my own and I'm not afraid to get little messy at fun time. I don't spend hrs on the phone...
Yesenia can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My son loves her. She is very loving and kind"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Megan, I am currently a student in the Pace University School-Child Psychology doctoral program. I am hoping to find a nannying/babysitting position that works around my class schedule.
A little about me:
I have extensive experience as a babysitter and a nanny over the past 10 years, I was a mentor through...
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Megan is the great! She walked in and immediately started playing with my boys. She has a super fun, easy-going personality they loved! She's had no problem wrangling all three of my boys, ages 4, 2 and 6 months, and putting them down seamlessly for their night...
April F.
Christine W.
New York, NY
$30-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
I'm Too Young To Have Kids, But Children Are The Source Of My Joy!!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I enter every room with love and grace! Happy to bring ease to your life and help however I can! I'm a 24-year-old musical theatre actor living in Hamilton Heights. I've spent my entire life working with children, through camp counseling, teaching, and primarily babysitting. Additionally, I have four years of experience of...
Christine can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Christine for a week when our usual nanny was on vacation. She was fantastic. She made a quick bond with the kids and they easily felt comfortable with her. She handled pick ups, driving to activities, dinner, laundry and baths for the kids without any...
Caroline H.
Nissiya A.
New York, NY
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
My Name Is Nissiya And I'm A Medical Student. Im Excited To Learn More About Your Childcare Needs
5.0
(3)
Hello! My name is Nissiya A. and I'm a 4th year CPR-trained medical student looking to babysit in Manhattan (UES). I have 5+ years of childcare experience including for children with ADHD. I enjoy teaching and have experience as a Kumon math & reading instructor for 1st-5th grade.
A few fun facts about me are that I conduct...
Nissiya can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Was very responsible and the kids loved her. She had prepared activities for the kids to do which I appreciated since I didnt want them to be stuck on tiktok or roblox all day. Highly recommend "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am an experienced babysitter and nanny who is well versed in playtime, mealtime and clean-up time. I love engaging with children of all ages and bring a positive attitude and fun personality to my jobs. I love to cook and am a very tidy person. Some of my passions include reading, finding new restaurants and spending time...
Madeline can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Maddie is the best! Kids absolutely love her. She is friendly, dependable and kind."
Michelle H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Little background:
I'm a caring, loving, reliable and friendly person. I'm graduated in law studies in my home country. I speak Portuguese and English, but I'm also familiar with Spanish.
I have been working as nanny/babysitting for over 8 years. I have had the opportunity to work with all different ages, including baby and...
Loraine can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
5.0
"Loraine is extremely good with her work. She is so energetic and caring women. She takes care of the kids so nicely, and put in all the efforts for the child growth which is amazing. I highly recommend Loraine for the kids best future."
Care member
5.0
(8)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi, thank you for taking the time to look at my profile.
I recently graduated from college with where I worked full-time while in school and have lots of experience working with children whether it be through multiple volunteer organizations, summer camps, babysitting, and in the classroom.
I have experience with infants...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hannah was our child's nanny/babysitter for roughly a year, until preschool started. She was very respectful of our mask requirement in the house. We trusted her to take our child out to the park, playground, library, as well as play in our home. Hannah is an...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Nicole! I have 10+ years of experience in child care, education, and safety. From babysitting to daycare to preschool. I have experience in crafting curriculums that intellectually invigorate children as well as peak their creative curiosity. I especially love seeing kids express themselves and learn...
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nicole is one of the best care providers I've ever had. She is very kind and patient. Teaching is her thing and the kids love her approach. Gentle and stern are the qualities our children cope with best and that's exactly why the kids love her. "
Jada O.
Preeti P.
New York, NY
$40-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have worked with many families before I've joined Care. com. On the tutoring side, I strive to help kids become focused and attain a better understanding on subjects in a fun and educational way. On the babysitting side, I have over six years of experience. You are free to reach me anytime.
Preeti can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I hired Preethi based on a close friend's review of her and she was an extreme help to my daughter and family. She tutored my daughter in ELA and helped improve her scores, but also made my daughter look forward to her tutoring sessions! Preethi is such a positive,...
Melanie T.
Ashley R.
New York, NY
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Ashley and I've been babysitting off and on for over 15 years. Among all the jobs I've had babysitting is by far my favorite. Although I am not always coordinated, I enjoy athletic and outdoor activities as well as experimenting with buzzfeed recipes. My love for children has inspired me to go into teaching and...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"My 3 year old daughter loves Ashley. Ashley is reliable, patient and punctual. She's fun and my daughter has so much fun with her."
Eve F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced babysitter and a musical theatre performer. I have been babysitting for about 8 years and have experience with newborns through teens. My specialty is infants and toddlers- I'm great with sleep training, baby-led weaning, introduction to solids, and beginning potty training.
I am a non-smoker, fully...
Sabrina can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Sabrina is professional, responsible, careful, and passionate about her work. She exceeded every expectation we had before hiring her.
She took care of our 8month old baby for about 5months and helped him develop motor coordination and speaking. Our son loved...
Suelen A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Abigail. This summer, I'm looking for full-time or part-time nanny jobs and babysitting opportunities. I'n only available for full-time/part-time jobs from May to September, but can babysit throughout the year. With over 5 years of experience, I am confident I can provide your kids with excellent care. I have...
Abigail can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Abigail was great with our 3 kids. She cared for them at our house while my husband and I worked from home. Would definitely hire her again."
Christina B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a compassionate, hardworking, and silly babysitter with an abundance of patience. I love playing outdoors, doing crafts, and having a fun time! I have had babysitting experience with multiple clients for 10 years, including being a full-time nanny for a year.
I work full-time during the week and looking to babysit on the...
Marisa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Marisa was great with our kids. Very reliable and kind. She was creative with projects and kept them engaged with various activities. She gets down to their level. She is flexible to shuttling them around to activities and helps keep the house running smoothly."
Erin B.
5.0
(1)
Hi, In addition to English, I speak fluent Portuguese, and I speak Spanish very well. I have a younger sibling that I babysit, and regularly help her with her homework, she's also learning Portuguese and Spanish from me. I help make meals for her, and we have a great time playing together. Our mother has a chronic illness (MS),...
Falasha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Falasha was responsive, inquired about my son's routine and followed it, sent me updates and asked questions, and was also very kind. My son felt comfortable from the moment he met her and we had a positive experience working together. "
Bailey O.
Willa G.
New York, NY
$30-45/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced And Caring Sitter! Available Consistently Or Last Minute!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Willa and I am a recent college graduate working 9-5 as a paralegal and babysitting in my free time. I have almost a decade of experience in childcare and have worked in various roles, including sleep-away camp tent counselor, weekly babysitter, tutor, and carpool driver. I am a nationally certified EMT, CPR...
Willa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Willa has been babysitting for my two kids, age 3 and 5. She is very reliable and fully confident taking care of my daughters. She arrives on time and has not needed to cancel. Willa is energetic and a natural with kids. She is able to deal with difficult...
Laura K.
Caitlin M.
New York, NY
$19-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Enthusiastic Caregiver- Master's In Mental Health Counseling
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Caitlin and I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a master's degree from Columbia University. I currently work at a nonprofit agency providing therapy to children and adolescents. I have a hybrid schedule with flexibility on nights and weekends, which allows me to babysit for occasional date nights, etc. I...
Caitlin can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Amazing with kids, would let watch the kids anytime"
Dan M.
Yanique W.
New York, NY
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am Yanique (Yan-neek), I am a Special Education Teacher in the city for students with moderate to severe disabilities. I enjoy working and interacting with children. I have many years of babysitting. The school year is almost over so I am looking to babysit in the evenings and weekends.
If interested, feel free to...
Yanique can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
5.0
"Extremely punctual, dependable and responsive! On top of that, Yanique is amazing with my 11yr old son with autism. Park, walks, worksheets, and light meal prep... she is very knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and thoughtful. Highly recommend!!!"
Tina S.
Charlotte W.
New York, NY
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi! I'm a 29-year-old former-nanny, student, longtime sitter, and native New Yorker living on the Upper West Side. I've spent two years babysitting around 25 hours a week while pursuing my dual-BA in Anthropology and Psychology. My comfort zone is caring for kids ages 8mo to 5 years, although I also have experience babysitting...
Charlotte can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Charlotte is great with our two year old - very responsible, caring, and engaged. I would definitely recommend her!"
Meghan D.
Raina R.
New York, NY
$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
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...
5.0
"Truly enjoyed having Raina as a sitter for my 6 y/o son. He had a blast with her and is quick to ask “when is Raina visiting again!” Raina is fully engaged, willing to play different activities. She’s also polite and prompt. I look forward to having her back "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With years of nannying experience, I know that I will be able to care for your child in a professional manner. I am currently a pediatric psychology fellow at a hospital, and have my PhD in child clinical psychology. I have a 2 month gap (September and October) before starting my faculty position and I am looking for a family to...
Corrine can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Corinne has been a fantastic nanny! She's taken care of son for the past 2 months (from 6 months to 8 months old) on a part time basis, providing a few hours of afternoon coverage nearly every day. She was very hands-on with him, sang, played, took him out, and he...
Anita G.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in New York, NY
Yesenia R.
5.0
My son loves her. She is very loving and kind
- Care member
Megan D.
5.0
Megan is the great! She walked in and immediately started playing with my boys. She has a super fun, easy-going personality they loved! She's had no problem wrangling all three of my boys, ages 4, 2 and 6 months, and putting them down seamlessly for their night time routine. (Something even I still...
- April F.
Christine W.
5.0
We hired Christine for a week when our usual nanny was on vacation. She was fantastic. She made a quick bond with the kids and they easily felt comfortable with her. She handled pick ups, driving to activities, dinner, laundry and baths for the kids without any issues. She also ran several errands...
- Caroline H.
Nissiya A.
5.0
Nissiya was extremely respectful of where we lived. She was polite, responsive, and punctual. While we do allow the use of electronics Nissiya was attentive and hands on. Nissiya used boardgames, card games, and other games like hide and go seek to breakup the time. I would use Nissiya again for...
- Care member
Madeline S.
5.0
I cannot recommend Madeline enough! She is so great with both children and pets. She is our first call for any date nights or out of town trips. She goes above and beyond and is able to connect right away with kids. And a plus that she's also a dog lover!
- Camille 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 3,208 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 $21.28 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 1,075 reviews of the 3,208 listed babysitters.