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60 babysitters are listed in Penfield, NY
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Penfield, NY
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I feel I am qualified to work in your home due to my extensive experience working with not only children, but with the parents as well. I value honesty, communication and organization, and hope to make any family's life just a little easier and fun! I truly do enjoy childcare, and look forward to finding fun, unique ways to...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, 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 21 years old, and I'm a 2021 graduate from Brighton High School.
I have had 3 long term jobs as a nanny. My first was for about 3 months working with a 6-year-old girl. The second was working with a 2-year-old girl for about 2 years. My third was working with a 4-month-old infant for around 6...
Madi can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
Rochester, NY
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 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: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Osha is fantastic. We had an opening for a short-term nanny in late summer of 2023 and as soon as we met her, we knew that she would be a perfect fit. She is fun, creative, super knowledgeable, and she takes the time to really listen to kids as the people that they...
Mara N.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Thank you for visiting. I am 59, happily married with a 21-year-old son, 3 big dogs and live in Brighton. I went to Hobart and William Smith ColIeges and grad school at UB. love children of all ages, am pretty easy going and don't get stressed easily. My goal is to make sure your children are happy and safe in your absence while...
Sara can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"It's hard to leave your child with a stranger but Sara is far from that! She quickly transitioned into our home and our hearts. My children absolutely adore her! She is a dedicated, loving, caring, trustworthy and fun person to have around my children. Sara is...
Marissa J.
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
"I worked with Christopher for over 5 years at an educational daycare. Over the time I worked with him I watched him not only form personal relationships with families but build relationships that were trusting with children. After watching him be able to step into...
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & 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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"REN is the consummate professional! She is kind, patient, and knowledgeable. She is very engaged with play, simultaneously nurturing the needs of my son. Her communication and reliability is top tier. She’s a gem, and I’m happy we found one another. "
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
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
$16-50/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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
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
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi parents! My name's Julia and I'm looking for a full time summer nanny position! I have over five years of childcare experience with infants to pre-teens through my experience in Rochester and abroad. During high-school I worked at Campus daycare, my duties included providing a structured and caring environment, maintaining...
Julia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Julia has been working with us for last 4 months. She helps me with my 3 kids under the age of 5 years. She is always on time. She helps with cooking , cleaning up , and watches them while I am running errands . All 3 kids love her and she is great with them !!!"
Shachi S.
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:
First Aid
CPR
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
"I have known Shauna and her family since her birth. She held many responsible positions in New York City prior to her return to Rochester to care for her severely impaired mother. Shauna served many years in maintaining the home, managing the finances, and...
Stanley A.
5.0
(1)
I have 11 years of experience working with children from ages newborn-preteens, hourly rate starts at $20 an hour.
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emily is wonderful with kids! :) She is easy to communicate with and has always came through for our family!"
Hanna P.
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, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"From day 1, she has been a part of our family. My kids adore her as do I. She understands the relationship a mother has with her kids and she enhances that. If I am having a bad day, she would make sure I get extra hugs from them at the end of the day. She will...
Michelle P.
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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & 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, carpooling, craft assistance
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, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"Paige introduced herself to us the week we moved into the neighborhood and she has been our beloved babysitter ever since. My three girls beg for her to come over and "play with them". My eldest daughter considers Paige her mentor, stays in contact with her...
Eve I.
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, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
5.0
"Katie is outstanding! She has been our nanny for almost 3 years now. We have an 8-year-old and twin 4-year-olds who will be going to kindergarten in the fall. We are sad to see her go as our full-time nanny! Katie is never late, never takes a day off, always...
Amber H.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Penfield, NY
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.
Ada-osha B.
5.0
Osha is fantastic. We had an opening for a short-term nanny in late summer of 2023 and as soon as we met her, we knew that she would be a perfect fit. She is fun, creative, super knowledgeable, and she takes the time to really listen to kids as the people that they are. Our kids loved her right out...
- Mara N.
Sara L.
5.0
Sara is amazing with our infant son and has become a part of our family. She is extremely hands on with him and has great instincts and knowledge. I can't imagine his first year without her ! She is very dependable and always there if you need her. I would highly recommend her to any family...
- Danielle F.
Christopher M.
5.0
I worked with Christopher for over 5 years at an educational daycare. Over the time I worked with him I watched him not only form personal relationships with families but build relationships that were trusting with children. After watching him be able to step into any classroom from infants-school...
- Care member
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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 11 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 $18.27 per hour as of March 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.
Ratings for Penfield, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Penfield, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.