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5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have worked as a NYS certified teacher for the past 20 years and have taught from Pre-K to 8th grade. Teaching children brings me joy everyday! I am a mother of two and I am a reliable, disciplined and honest. My relevant expertise includes preparing and serving nutritious meals, changing diapers, preparing bottles,...
Teodora can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We hired Teodora to watch our 14 month old son for the week while our nanny was away and she was amazing! Incredibly professional, so kind and caring. Our son was really happy with her. Highly recommend!"
Morgan S.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Welcome families! A lil background ~ I started off working in preschools for over 4+ years where I worked with children of all ages. Through preschools + being a caregiver for families, I have 8 years of experience. Many parents would always admired and commended me of my efforts and hard work with their children in my care. Not...
Alexis can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"The best caregiver a person or family could ever want. She is very efficient and always ends up helping out even when it's on short notice. She goes above and beyond the expectations and provide a fun and save environment for our children. We're so glad that we...
Samantha F.
Marisela B.
Huntington, NY
$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced, energetic and enthusiastic nanny that absolutely loves child care. I started off babysitting for children ranging from 1 year-14 years of age around my neighborhood. Many of the families that I have worked for in the past then starting to introduce me to their friends and family which I then started to work...
5.0
"Marisela is such a responsible and caring person. My son loves her! Has such a great heart for others! Would highly recommend her!"
Jennifer C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am Isabel and I am 20 years young!. I'm born and raised in Levittown, long island. I've gone to catholic school all my life and plan on studying law in my future years of school when I choose to return to my education, however I chose to take a short break in hopes to achieve more life experiences. I am an outgoing retired...
Isabel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
5.0
"Isabel took great care of our three boys! She did pickups from school and helped our 9 year old with his homework. She also drove our boys to and from sports practices. She always gave us plenty of notice if she needed a day off and was always on time. She was...
Chris M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey! I'm reliable, positive, responsible and patient from my 10 years of babysitting experience for many different families and also working at a child daycare center that focused around the ages of 6 months to 12 years old.
I'm willing to do light housework, run errands and meal prep and whatever may be needed for you and your...
Isabella can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Isabella is a wonderful babysitter. She cared for my two young children and is dependable, punctual and reliable. My kids love her. She's patient understanding with them and most of all fun!"
Daniella C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Diana, I am 25 years old and I am a nursing student! I began babysitting when I was 15 years old and I love it so much. I am super creative, energetic, loving and I love to have fun with the kids! I have experience with babysitting children and coaching children. I have taught gymnastics for kids ages 2-16. I can...
Diana can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Diana is very friendly and great with children. Diana is very creative when it comes to playing games with children and helping them engage in activities that are fun and beneficial for their development. Diana is also very trustworthy and dependable. Diana enjoys...
Vanessa C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my current availability is during the afternoon/evenings. I have a degree in Elementary Education and have experience with children of all ages. I like to engage children in things like cooking, reading and arts and crafts.
Animals in the home are an added bonus! I look forward to hearing from you.
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Daria and I am 25 years old. I graduated with a bachelors degree in Childhood Education with a minor in communications and social interactions in 2020! I am currently in my masters program at St. John's University and work at a school as a teacher assistant for grades K-5! So, I'll be spending the rest of my life...
Daria can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Daria showed up on time and was easy to talk to. We hired her for the month of January while she was home from college to help with our daughter. Very professional! "
Sara M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Colleen and I am 30 years old. I am in my eighth year of teaching as an elementary school teacher. I have babysat since I was in high school for families with children ranging from 6 months to school-aged children. I also have tutored numerous children over the years in reading and mathematics. I am a very...
Colleen can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We love Ms. Colleen! We initially hired Colleen to help us with childcare so I could attend multiple Doctor's appointments, and have since hired her for date nights and even in home care while I get things done around the house. Colleen is incredibly joyful,...
Michelle G.
Margaret K.
West Babylon, NY
$33/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving Babysitter With Over 10 Years Of Experience Working With Children From Infants To School Age. I Am Available Full Time, Part Time And Weekends.
3.0
(1)
I am very focused and I take pride in working with the children I helped raise, some of whom are in college now. I have worked with children from infants to elementary school age children. I can assist with changing, bathing, feeding, homework, games, activities organizing/setting up of play dates and what ever the child's...
Margaret can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
3.0
"She told me she would call me to come by and meet my family and never called."
Linda D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a fun loving mother of 2 grown awesome girls. I am an empty nester and have lots of time to offer you to make your job easier . I love all sports and very athletic so shooting hoops, playing soccer , baseball or swimming is right up my alley. I am a reliable , organized teacher assistant at an elementary school and love to...
Lorraine can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lorraine has been my loyal friend for 40 years. She is a confident, responsible and loving person. To know her is to love her! She puts her whole self into all of her endeavors. You can rely on her to make good decisions and to always have your best interest at...
Angela B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Emily. I have been babysitting for over 5 years and am a licensed pediatric Speech-language pathologist. I have always loved working with kids. my past positions include a TA at a preschool and a regents tutor. I am open to helping with any homework, or helping kids learn Spanish! I am currently looking for a...
Emily can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She even put my daughter to nap which was great!"
Kenneth S.
5.0
(1)
I' am a first Born daughter in my family, at young age I realize that I adore taking care of my younger siblings. Upon graduating high school I volunteered at the Red Cross. While volunteering at the Red Cross I also started to work at a day care center with children who were anywhere from 6 months old to 10 years old. I was Au...
Esmilce can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ellie was trustworthy and amazing with kids. Always on time and went above and beyond. Truly loved the kids and they loved her. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hi! My name is Danielle, I am a 23-year-old nursing student at Molloy University. I am interested in a babysitting job. I have over 5 years of babysitting experience with children/kids of various ages. I am also a NYS EMT, & my other job is an event medic across long island & NYC. I am available on Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays...
Danielle can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Danielle is wonderful with my daughter and treats her like she's her own. My daughter is now 8 and Danielle has been babysitting her since she was born. Our entire family adores Danielle and I absolutely love we love the bond the two of them share."
Patty V.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I want to be able to provide parents with comfort watching their little ones. I'm a mom of 3 older children 25, 23 and 19. I started babysitting about 7 years ago at NYSC in Commack in their daycare for 2 years but then decided to move on to care in homes. I've cared for triplet boys for a few months till they hired a FT nanny....
Sari can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"A very warm, kind, responsible nanny. I always felt comfortable and new my children were safe and happy. I highly recommend!!! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Lauren and I am a graduate student at Hofstra University. I have multiple years of babysitting experience with children ranging between the ages of 3 and 12 years old. I would love to meet you and your child/children!
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Lauren was awesome. She was punctual, communicative and great with our 18 month old daughter. She wasn't afraid to get on the floor and entertain her, paint/do arts and crafts and just dive right in. She is easy to talk to and a genuine person. We would welcome her...
Tania S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 3 grown children and one grandchild so I am quite experienced with the care and safety of children and babies Also having been a licensed nurse for many years is a help when there are special needs involved I am very safety conscious and love to care for children and have the patience and a calm temperament as well
Marjorie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jessica D.
West Babylon, NY
$25-41/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Jessica, I'm a college student. I love working with children, I've babysat children ages newborns-13 years old along with helping raise my younger brother. I worked at a preschool with 2-3-year-olds for a year. I am also a CNA and love pets and the outdoors. Vaccinated and boosted.
5.0
"Jessica is helping us out with our 4 month old baby. She is really upbeat, caring, easy to talk to, very responsible, knows exactly what to do and my baby loves her!"
Former Member A.
Brittany F.
Bellmore, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Brittany and I am a licensed educator with a professional degree in Early Childhood Education. I have been working in education professionally for 9 years. I spent my first 6 years in the classroom and my last 3 as the director of a preschool. Currently, I teacher preschool at an Elementary school in Brooklyn. I have...
Brittany can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Brittany is an amazing, dependable babysitter who's also a working teacher. Our kids LOVE her and look forward to seeing her each time. The best!"
Anthony D.
Alexa F.
Massapequa, NY
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a college graduate and certified elementary school teacher currently working as a permanent sub. I have always loved working with children from working as a camp counselor to babysitting throughout high school and college. I also work at a summer program for children with special needs. As a babysitter, I have had the...
Alexa can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We first met Alexa when she was working as a counselor for our older daughter at the local summer recreation program. We have since hired her as our babysitter and she has been working for us for the past 4 years. Alexa puts her heart into her job and both of my...
Carrie L.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Plainview, NY
Teodora S.
5.0
We hired Teodora to watch our 14 month old son for the week while our nanny was away and she was amazing! Incredibly professional, so kind and caring. Our son was really happy with her. Highly recommend!
- Morgan S.
Alexis A.
5.0
Alexis was a wonderful caregiver for our daughter from ages 1-2. She’s very caring, attentive, silly, imaginative, fun, and always listened carefully to any directions we gave about the best ways to care for our daughter. Alexis is a frequent communicator and always shared detailed info on how our...
- Care member
Marisela B.
5.0
Marisela is such a responsible and caring person. My son loves her! Has such a great heart for others! Would highly recommend her!
- Jennifer C.
Isabel S.
5.0
Isabel took great care of our three boys! She did pickups from school and helped our 9 year old with his homework. She also drove our boys to and from sports practices. She always gave us plenty of notice if she needed a day off and was always on time. She was great with our boys and they loved...
- Chris M.
Isabella W.
5.0
Isabella is a wonderful babysitter. She cared for my two young children and is dependable, punctual and reliable. My kids love her. She's patient understanding with them and most of all fun!
- Daniella C.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Plainview, NY:
How can I find a Plainview babysitter near me?
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How much do babysitters charge in Plainview, NY?
The average rate for Plainview, NY babysitters on Care.com is $18.79 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 Plainview, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Plainview, 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.