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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:
Early Education
First Aid
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:
First Aid
CPR
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: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling & 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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
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 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, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
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: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
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: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
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.
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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kaitlyn is thoughtful, loving, responsible, and reliable. We never worried about our kids when in her care."
Care member
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: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & 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:
First Aid
CPR
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
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
(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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"What a delight! Grace made me feel so at ease leaving my children in her care. She's professional, personable and makes you feel like you've known her forever. Grace watched my kids for a date night and when my son age 8 woke up he said he had so much fun last...
Shanon P.
Lillian M.
Burlington, VT
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have been providing care to children ages 6 months - 12 years for the past eight years including experience caring for multiple children. I am currently attending school for psychology and studio art and will be graduating in the spring of 2023. I also work at a bakery part time and in my free time enjoy rock climbing, skiing,...
Lillian can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lilly is wonderful!! She is an absolute natural with young kids; they're just drawn to her. She is extremely mature for her age, as well as grounded, responsible, creative, and playful. She creates a very stimulating environment for our kids which includes lots of...
Shelby G.
Beatrice Z.
Burlington, VT
$13-18/hr • 6 yrs exp
STEM Student With 4+ Years Childcare Experience Excited To Contribute!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Bea.
To speak on my past experience and qualifications, I have worked with children for over eight years, with six years of paid nannying experience.
Additionally, I have six years of experience working as a private tutor for students elementary through high school ages, two years as a children's art instructor...
Beatrice can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Addie and I have about 2 years of experience working as a babysitter for occasional jobs. For the past 4 years, I have worked as a camp counselor for Burlington Parks and Recreation. I love working with kids and would like to gain full-time independent experience working as a Nanny/babysitter. I just graduated...
Adeline can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Mikayla O.
Plattsburgh, NY
$18/hr • 8 yrs exp
College Student, Pursuing My Graduate Degree In Childhood Education! Love Working With Kids&animals!
Hello! I have about 8 years of experience with babysitting/childcare, I also have experience working with children that have cerebral palsy. I'm currently a lifeguard at the Plattsburgh YMCA
& Plattsburgh City Beach so I'm also certified in CPR/First Aid along with Waterfront Skills! I was on the Plattsburgh Track & Field team...
Mikayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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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.
Isabella M.
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.
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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 February 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.