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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:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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
Merisa L.
Plattsburgh, NY
$16/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm a dedicated childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn and grow. I have three years of experience providing care for children of various ages, from infants to preteens. I believe in creating a warm and nurturing environment where children feel safe and supported. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love...
Merisa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel
5.0
"Merisa is great! As a first time mom hiring someone was hard for me, but the first time I met with Merisa I felt comfortable with her and knew she was the right person for my son. "
Hannah R.
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: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & 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, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
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: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
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: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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
(3)
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
"WE LOVE HER! My partner mentioned how he loved how she played with our baby and was genuinely invested in his care. And honestly? She is an absolute delight! My kid thinks she is awesome and he is right! We have already decided to use her as back up. If you hire...
Meredith C.
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
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.
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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.
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Helen is awesome! She arrived on time and asked about my son's routine to start the day. Helen is super friendly and kept my son happy all day. We would love to have her back!"
Miranda R.
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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
(4)
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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kaitlyn was a Godsend to our family. She took very good care of the kids, both of whom are high needs children and aren't easy. Our youngest is diagnosed with autism and has delayed speech abilities.
I also relied on her for many other things since I work...
Care member
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: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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.
Erika R.
Burlington, VT
$17-27/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Erika. I moved up to the Twin Cities area this past September. I am originally from Madison, WI and graduated in May of 2022 from the University of Vermont. I have experience working with kids in babysitting and camp counselor roles. I love to create engaging activities, including fun crafts and outdoor adventures. In...
Erika can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Erika was a great addition to our morning routine! Kind, prompt, reliable, flexible. We will miss her and wish her all the best!"
Stephanie P.
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: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Leslie was great, kids loved her, very responsive and flexible! We will definitely have her sit for our kids again:)"
Care member
5.0
(6)
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Michelle is great! She’s babysat for us several times and is always reliable and the kids have a blast with her!"
Care member
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.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Peru, NY
Merisa L.
5.0
Merisa is great! As a first time mom hiring someone was hard for me, but the first time I met with Merisa I felt comfortable with her and knew she was the right person for my son.
- Hannah R.
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?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Peru, 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 2 babysitters in Peru, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Peru, NY?
The average rate for Peru, NY babysitters on Care.com is $18.00 per hour as of April 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.