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60 babysitters are listed in Penfield, NY
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Penfield, NY
5.0
(10)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Chase! I've been A nanny and sitter for 15+ years! My background education is in art education certified birth through twelfth grade with a masters. I'm also certified in CPR and first aid. I have taught preschool. I even worked a school age summer program. More recently over the past 5 years I have worked a lot...
Chase can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Upon interviewing Chase we immediately felt comfortable with her. She has experience with twins, which we have plus one on the way, so being able to care for multiple children is a huge plus. When she babysat for us she was timely, interacted well with our kids,...
Jennifer D.
Hanna M.
Rochester, NY
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I believe that art, music and dramatic play are some of the best ways for kids to grow. Creating unique and fun activities is something I excel in. I'm often looking for opportunities to instill confidence in the children I care for, allowing them to make safe mistakes with a guiding hand. I have two years of experience working...
Hanna can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hanna was so great when I interviewed her! She was sweet, dependable, and great with communication. The only problem was that I couldn't provide the number of hours per week she wanted. If I could have though, I would absolutely have hired her!"
Kristen S.
Abbey G.
Macedon, NY
$15-16/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am currently an Teacher Aid l at happiness house working with preschoolers. I have lots of experience working with multiple age groups from working at a daycare for 4 years. Working with kids from infant- school age. Have a flexible schedule, and very pet friendly.
Abbey can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
5.0
"Abbey helped me in a last minute crunch in the middle of moving after a sitter had canceled, my kids were even sick! She came to meet us hours after I reached out and was here the next morning to spend the day here watching them until I was finished moving. She was...
Megan B.
5.0
(1)
I have 2-3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Swimming Supervision. I am flexible and open to offering care in my home or providing care in your home. I have a playground and an above-ground pool for summer fun! In the past, I have helped run dance camps for children aged 2-6. I enjoy helping kids find...
Kayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kayla is my sister in law and has been helping me each week with my 8 month old son! She is super reliable, respectful, passionate, cheerful and kind. She’s great at putting other people before herself! Whether I need a minute to myself or to run an errand she’s...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Madi. I'm 20 years old, and I'm a 2021 graduate from Brighton High School.
I have had 2 long term jobs as a nanny. My first was for about 3 months working with a 6-year-old girl. My most recent job was working with a 2-year-old girl for about 2 years. I have also taken 2 child development classes pertaining...
Madi can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Madi was on time, showed up and was ready to work. She was kind and empathetic and also willing to learn about our baby. While our child care needs changed she was polite and respectful and very understanding about our situation! We would absolutely hire her again,...
Megan L.
Ada-osha B.
Webster, NY
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been taking care of kids for a while. I helped care for my brother since I was six. I baby-sat for my neighbors children for a year when I was 15 and baby-sat a 4-year-old for over a year when I was 17. I love to keep kids active both mentally and physically. I love house pets, so if you have a pet, I am completely...
Ada-osha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Osha was caretaker for my 3 kids (from infant to 7 yo boys and girls) for almost 3 years. I have always been impressed with Osha's tremendous ability to communicate with a variety of kid personalities in a way that they listen and feel heard...anxious and highly...
Chrisna G.
Christopher M.
Rochester, NY
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
A preschool teacher turned Assistant Director, I've had many many years of experience in childcare that predates even my first job in education. I started helping my mom in Sunday school when I was a child, and eventually began teaching Sunday school myself. I had my first job as an assistant teacher when I was 18 years old, and...
Christopher can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Christopher is a ray of sunshine on a cloudy day. My children absolutely adore him. From a standpoint of a mom who does not trust anyone easily with her children, I can absolutely say Christopher provided a level of professionalism and expertise that was beautiful...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently pursuing a BA in Psychology - hoping to work with children after graduation!
I have previous experience with babysitting/nannying. This includes jobs both through Care. com and externally!
Key skills I hold; communicative, attentive, responsible, flexible, safety awareness
As a caregiver, I find importance in...
Katharine can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(10)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Specializing in Early Childhood Development working as a professional nanny with over 15yrs experience assisting children with their social, physical, mental & emotional needs for a stable start! Available for both one-time and recurring childcare needs, supporting parents help their toddlers get ready for school and more with a...
Irene can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Irene when I was a week post partum with my twins. We also have a 4 year old and we needed some extra hands at home till my husband was able to begin parental leave. She was a God send! She was great with my son, and also was always busy helping with...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jess and I am a speech-language pathologist. I have been babysitting and nannying for over 10 years and have an extensive background in child development. I look forward to talking with you soon!
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We love Jess and our kids do too! She has been such a great help to our family this past summer. She is friendly, trustworthy, extremely flexible and dependable...an overall amazing caretaker to our two kids (ages 2 and 7 months). Highly recommended!! "
Nicole D.
Morgan H.
Fairport, NY
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I taught 1st grade at East Rochester Elementary for a couple months as well as working at a daycare. I took an Early Childhood Development class my senior year of my school and understand children well.
I'd describe my personality as fun, active, and caring.
I like working with kids because it is enjoyable to see them grow...
Morgan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Morgan arrived right on time. She was kind & I felt good about the kids being in her care. I would definitely hire her again!"
Katie S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sophia and I am a student at the University of Rochester! I am great with kids and have lots of experience. I have volunteered in elementary school and middle school after-school programs, coached kindergarten gymnastics classes, and have experience tutoring elementary and middle school-aged students.
I grew up...
Sophia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sophia is very good with kids, she genuinely loves caring for kids and enjoys looking after them. Sophia was always very helpful around the house too and made sure to leave the house clean after playtime. She always finds entertaining ways to feed our youngest one...
Jonah K.
5.0
(18)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I am currently fully booked.
I have worked as a babysitter, nanny and in a daycare center over the course of my career. Personally I have been both a biological and a foster mom.
I am a college educated and believe in the importance of creativity, reading and being silly.
My specialty is part time per diem work at odd hours...
Stacy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was great! Our kid was very comfortable with her."
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a single mom and have 2 daughters, ages 15 and 17. I raised them by myself since they were babies. I used to work part time when I lived in Syracuse at a program called Mother's Day Out. My specialty is actually caring for the elderly with dementia/Alzheimer's. I have found that many of the games I play with my elderly...
5.0
"Shawna helped provide in-home care for my 80-year-old mother after her total knee replacement surgery. She is highly dependable, very competent, and capable of handling complex caregiving environments, including those following surgical procedures. I recommend her...
Mikael T.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have nearly 19 years of experience Caring for all types of children! They are all different and their needs are all different too! I am CPR and 1st aid certified. Background checks are ok! I have 6 children of my own, 2 of which are special needs! I enjoy changing things up and taking the the kids to the parks and local...
Ashley can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ashley watches my two kids. She is so great with them my kids love her and she works around my schedule. She taught my 2 yr. old son how to count to 11 and now he is starting to learn his ABC's all thanks to her!"
Emily C.
Candace H.
Rochester, NY
$20/hr • 20 yrs exp
5.0
(12)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
As a natural caregiver with 20 years of experience, I am passionate about supporting families and making a positive impact on the lives of children. With a background that includes some graduate school, I am well-equipped to provide engaging and educational activities that foster learning and development. I pride myself on being...
Candace can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Candace is a fabulous presence with my girls (ages 1 and 3) she has that reassuring experience to know when and how to act. Candace has looked after my girls both day time and evenings. She is always on time, always communicates well in advance, gives thorough...
Amy C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! With two younger brothers (three and seven years younger), I have spent much of my life caring for children. As soon as I was old enough, I took the Red Cross Babysitting Course and started taking care of other kids as well. I have experience with kids of all ages, caring for 2-3 at a time, including young twins and every...
Allison can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"If you're looking for a babysitter whose care for your child's health, safety, and well-bring is matched only by her evident love for kids, look no further than Allison! We will definitely be hiring her in the future."
Elizabeth S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Paige! I am available for weeknight and weekend care only since I work full-time. I am a graduate of Ithaca College where I studied Theatre with an Education minor. I currently work at a law firm as a Legal Assistant and will be starting law school this fall. I also work as a choreographer for children's musicals at A...
Paige can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Paige has watched our daughter full-time in a nanny share for approximately 8 months. When Paige first starting working with us our daughter was 12 months old. Our daughter is very shy and reserved in new situations. She took to Paige very quickly and loves her so...
Leah V.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
After living in Florida for 6 years as a stay at home mom and part-time nanny, I moved to Rochester in 2015. Since moving I have cared for the children of four wonderful families in the area. I also have daycare experience. During my time there, I primarily worked in a 2 to 3-year-old classroom with between 5 and 6 children...
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
5.0
" We absolutely love Katie. She has been wonderful with our two children (3 &6) and has been with us for two years. She is loving, knowledgeable, and responsible. I trust her implicitly and could not recommend her more highly. She is clean, kind, and professional....
Sara P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently an Occupational Therapy student at Ithaca College in my third year. I have experience with older adults including Parkinson's and dementia. I am open to simple meal prep, companion, aide, etc. for your loved one! I am responsible, on time, and open to making connections. I have experience with young children as...
Beatrice can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Beatrice was wonderful with our son with ASD. Punctual and considerate. Would hire again!"
Carol H.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Penfield, NY
Chase R.
5.0
Chase came into our home just after the birth of our 3rd child. She is a fantastic caregiver. She is dependable, punctual, loving, funny, creative and just so warmhearted. You will not regret opening your home to Chase. Her sensory activities with small children delight them and encourage them to...
- Stephanie B.
Hanna M.
5.0
Hanna was so great when I interviewed her! She was sweet, dependable, and great with communication. The only problem was that I couldn't provide the number of hours per week she wanted. If I could have though, I would absolutely have hired her!
- Kristen S.
Abbey G.
5.0
Abbey helped me in a last minute crunch in the middle of moving after a sitter had canceled, my kids were even sick! She came to meet us hours after I reached out and was here the next morning to spend the day here watching them until I was finished moving. She was absolutely amazing with them. I...
- Megan B.
Kayla D.
5.0
Kayla is my sister in law and has been helping me each week with my 8 month old son! She is super reliable, respectful, passionate, cheerful and kind. She’s great at putting other people before herself! Whether I need a minute to myself or to run an errand she’s there for me and my son when we need...
- Care member
Madi H.
5.0
Madi was on time, showed up and was ready to work. She was kind and empathetic and also willing to learn about our baby. While our child care needs changed she was polite and respectful and very understanding about our situation! We would absolutely hire her again, should the need arise.
- Megan L.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Penfield, NY:
How can I find a Penfield babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Penfield, 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 14 babysitters in Penfield, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Penfield, NY?
The average rate for Penfield, NY babysitters on Care.com is $17.43 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 Penfield, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Penfield, 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.