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I am 22 years old currently completing a Master's degree in Childhood Education. I love working with children of all ages! have 9 years of experience in babysitting, and I work in an elementary school when school is in session! Looking for kids to care for during the summer :) Schedule is flexible
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am available for child care on a part time or as needed basis. I am also available for before and after school care in Peru school district. Care can be provided in your home or mine depending on whats needed. I have two young children. I have many years of experience watching children of all ages.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I received my Early Childhood Education certificate in 1993, which requires extensive coursework in Early Childhood Ed, as well as teaching experience. I am certified to work with Preschool age children, as well as infants and toddlers. I prefer providing private care instead of classroom work now though.
Sonya can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Serena S.
Burlington, VT
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Currently a toddler teacher @ a local early childhood education center. Love children of all ages. I am a native Vermonter & moved back after being a private nanny on Nantucket. Love the arts & time spent outside.
Serena can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Serena was great, she helped us out last minute for a family wedding. Very communicative before meeting and while caring for our boys, lots of experience with children. Our boys (8 mo old and 3 yo) both loved her. We were lucky to find her!"
Danielle C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am Dariana, a recent graduate from UVM with a bachelor of science in early childhood education and a teaching license. My license is for early childhood, or children birth-grade 3.
I have experience with the Reggio-Emilia method, and I am familiar with best practices in preschool education. I have been both a head preschool...
Dariana can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Dariana to take care of our two daughters (3 and 6 years old). She made our girls feel so comfortable right away. She was in tune with their needs and played with them and engaged with them the whole time she was here. She's a great communicator and always...
Agnes B.
Molly S.
Burlington, VT
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Sitter Looking For A Family Needing Help This Fall!
5.0
(1)
Hello ! I am a 29-year-old living in Catskill, NY looking to find work helping a family :) I love being outside, cooking, reading, and getting creative. I have worked with kids in many different ways in my life and am looking to find a family that needs not only help with their kids but someone to make their lives a little...
Molly can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have known Molly for a number of years. She watched my son when he was only a few months old, and I felt totally comfortable leaving him with her. She is so great with him, and was totally confident in changing diapers and giving bottles. I've always known Molly...
Juliet S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a Middle School Special Educator looking for tutoring opportunities and occasional babysitting!
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sarah kept my kids very organized. She was prompt and polite and the children liked her."
Cassy G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! I'm Kelly, and I've been working as a nanny for 5 years. Right now, I'm full-time with twin newborns, but I'm looking to pick up some occasional babysitting on weeknights and weekends.
I just graduated from Saint Michael's College with a degree in Environmental Science, and I'm all about being active and spending...
Kelly can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is incredibly amazing. All 4 of my special needs kids had a wonderful time with her. She is friendly, experienced, considering and even our pet was loving her too. Not only we recommend her, but also we will hire her again in the future."
Maria S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Hi all,
My name is Belle. and I am a junior studying nursing at UVM.
I have been working as a full time nanny for the past two summers and have been babysitting since I was 15. I have experience with many ages ranging from 3 months to 12 years old. I do have a car and can help out families! I am willing to help out with...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Isabella was wonderful with our kids! She was calm and creative and easily adapted to their needs at the moment. We will certainly have Isabella back! "
William H.
5.0
(28)
Hired by 28 families in your neighborhood
I believe it is time to update my profile a little bit. My name is Maria and here is a little about myself. I moved to VT to complete an internship in order to graduate from school, a 6 month college experience turned into me building a life away from my family and home to raise one of my own.
I am a mom and that's by far the...
Maria can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Maria to take care of our 5 month old daughter and she was such a pleasure to work with! Very reliable and experienced with children, so she always knew exactly how to handle and balance the various needs of our daughter, when to play, when to go for a...
Florian F.
Molly D.
Burlington, VT
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full-Time Preschool Teacher Available For Evening, Weekend & Vacation Jobs
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Molly. I am a full time Early Childhood Montessori teacher seeking employment with families around Chittenden County for nannying and babysitting during my summer break.
I have over 15 years of experience working with children both in the classroom and at home ages newborn to teenagers. I'm am passionate about...
Molly can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Molly is an amazing sitter. I am so glad she is back in town so that I can hire her again - my family will be thrilled!"
Paula O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Reliable, patient, and creative childcare provider with 10+ years of childcare experience through work as a nanny, babysitter, camp counselor, environmental educator, lead teacher in a mixed aged elementary classroom, and most recently, the lead teacher in forest based preschool program (ages 3-5). I am passionate about...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Throughout the time that she has cared for my two children, she has always been punctual and dedicated. Even through the tantrums and other challenges that toddlers can bring, Hannah has responded with patient and compassionate guidance while gently maintaining...
Nicole G.
4.4
(7)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Helen . I'm 24 & a recent graduate of University of Utah with my B. S. in Criminology & another in Gender Studies. I'm currently in need of some extra money & since I love working with kids & have an open schedule, I thought babysitting would be a great way to do so! I've been a full-time nanny & watched after children...
Helen can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our son loved spending time is Helen. She made dinner while we are away and she kept the house clean also."
Daniel S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a senior at College and I'm from Reading, MA. I'm a Biology and Environmental Science Double Major. Looking for families now in need of part-time and one-time/occasional babysitting, as well as a full-time summer family.
I've had experience caring for my younger siblings for most of my life. 9 years paid experience...
Julia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Julia was amazing!! So responsive, responsible, great communicator, and the kids loved her. She watched an 18 month old and 26 month old for 8+ hours, got them both fed, bathed, and down to bed without a hitch. We were so happy with her and would highly recommend...
Sarah C.
Kaitlyn L.
Colchester, VT
$10-15/hr • 12 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I possess over 10 years of experience supporting families and their children in a variety of environments. I am enthusiastic, passionate, and devoted to aiding children's growth and development. It is my goal to provide conscious and loving caregiving tactics through a fun, stimulating, and safe environment. I have experience...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kaitlyn was our after school care provider for our son. She was dependable, engaging, great communication and my son loved her. We would absolutely hire her again!"
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Angela W.
Plattsburgh, NY
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Angela, and I graduated from SUNY Plattsburgh with a bachelors degree in HDFR with a concentration in child care management. I currently work at the Child Care Coordinating Council of the North Country and have been there for almost four years.
I have a lot of experience with children 0-18
Experienced with...
Angela can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Angela was an excellent caregiver to my 2.5 year old son while we were visiting Lake Placid for a wedding. She came very prepared with toys and games, and was highly attentive. He told me many times the next day that he had fun with her the day before! I would...
Sarah C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello families! My name is Leslie and I am an eager college student living in Burlington for the summer- looking for nannying and/or babysitting jobs. I have been taking care of kids for as long as I can remember and for the past 2 years I have nannied for a family of 3 kids back home (RI). I have experience with kids of all...
Leslie can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Leslie was so great with my 2 littles while we visited Vermont for a wedding! We are so grateful to have found her and we will definitely have her sit our kids the next time we are in town!"
Sara H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Megan. I have recently moved back to Burlington after completing my bachelor's at the university and spend 2 years in Washington state. I taught at a forest preschool, lead wilderness trips, and have extensive experience with kids outside. I absolutely love arts and crafts and anything fun and expressive,...
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Megan is fantastic with our 3.5 year old son. He gets very excited on the days Megan comes to hang out with him. They go on bike rides, play superhero and just have FUN! As a parent I like that she NEVER has her phone out and that I can trust she will keep my child...
Jessie T.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm currently a PhD student at the University of Vermont. I have 14 years of experience with children ranging from infancy to teenage in a variety of settings. Throughout high school, I babysat afterschool 5 days a week for two children ages 2 and 5. During undergraduate, I substituted several times a week (averaging...
Michelle can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Michelle is such a wonder with kiddos and my daughter asks me every other day when she will see her again. A very responsible, dedicated, and fun sitter! I would recommend Michelle as a caregiver for any family looking for quality care."
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I'm passionate about childcare and excited to be here to help! As a 28-year-old, I adore spending time with kids, whether it's playing, exploring the outdoors, or encouraging their creativity. I've been a caregiver since the age of 13 and plan to continue working alongside young minds for the foreseeable future.
Safety...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Grace C. was an excellent caregiver for my baby. She us very responsible and shows love for her work. I would recommend her highly!"
Taylor M.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Peru, NY
Serena S.
5.0
Serena was great, she helped us out last minute for a family wedding. Very communicative before meeting and while caring for our boys, lots of experience with children. Our boys (8 mo old and 3 yo) both loved her. We were lucky to find her!
- Danielle C.
Dariana S.
5.0
We hired Dariana to take care of our two daughters (3 and 6 years old). She made our girls feel so comfortable right away. She was in tune with their needs and played with them and engaged with them the whole time she was here. She's a great communicator and always very punctual!
- Agnes B.
Molly S.
5.0
I have known Molly for a number of years. She watched my son when he was only a few months old, and I felt totally comfortable leaving him with her. She is so great with him, and was totally confident in changing diapers and giving bottles. I've always known Molly to be an extremely hard worker and...
- Juliet S.
Sarah S.
5.0
Sarah kept my kids very organized. She was prompt and polite and the children liked her.
- Cassy G.
Kelly L.
5.0
I can't say how amazing she is! Kelly is exactly what my family needed! She handled my two sons, 4 & 6, with ease! I definitely observed a genuine love for kids from her. She is a very good communicator, super patient, and very flexible. Kelly has a nurturing spirit, is very responsible and without...
- Marcus B.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Peru, NY:
How can I find a Peru babysitter near me?
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How much do babysitters charge in Peru, NY?
The average rate for Peru, NY babysitters on Care.com is $18.00 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 Peru, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Peru, 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.