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Babysitters in Poestenkill, NY

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Dani B.


Poestenkill, NY

$16-50/hr2 yrs exp

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I'm a childcare provider with a passion for nurturing and educating children. I wholeheartedly believe that every child deserves a safe, loving, and stimulating environment to grow and learn. With two years of experience, I've had the privilege of caring for children of various ages and developmental stages, and I'm comfortable...
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Krista S.


Averill Park, NY

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

5.0

(2)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am 23 years old with CPR, and first aid training. I have also taken babysitting courses. I have worked with children for 9 and a half years as an assistant dance teacher. I am student in the masters program extending my major through middle school and high school. I have an associates degree in Early Childhood Education and a...
Krista can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Krista is wonderful with our children, they love her! She always has great ideas for crafts and activities for them to do and takes great care of them. We would recommend her to anyone!"

Andrea P.

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Stephanie M.


Averill Park, NY

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am an occasional/drop in sitter looking to fill my night and weekend calendar! I am pet friendly, a non-smoker, have reliable transportation and CPR certified. I do have a little one that may need to tag a long depending on the day. Experience with multiples, infants and disabilities. LQBTQ+ friendly.
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Madeline F.


Averill Park, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Sitter/Nanny With Tons Of Childcare Experience!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello there! I have just arrived to New York from Maine. I am a fun loving, responsible, and friendly young professional looking for a compatible family to nanny/sit for! Currently I am looking for part time work as I teach kids / adult dance and stretch a few nights a week. However, my schedule is open and I am hoping to work...
Madeline can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Maddie is such an amazing, patient, and loving person! We couldn’t have found a better match and friend for our daughter. Maddie was extremely present with our daughter, always willing to help, and has such a positive attitude. What a gem!! Highly HIGHLY recommend...

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Katharine D.


Troy, NY

$16-20/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available To Work For An Awesome Family!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm 24 and have 9 years of experience of child care in many different settings. I have worked with many families with children of all ages (including infants) Most recently I worked with a family and their 5 children for over 6 years. Their reference and contact info is available upon request. I have also worked as a...
Katharine can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Cierra B.


Troy, NY

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have a passion for caring for children! I have completed my college education and am equipped with skills in child development, I'm a creative person who enjoys coming up with unique ideas and activities. I love to teach, do arts/crafts, explore outside, and most of all create amazing bonds while watching growth unfold before...
Cierra can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Cierra watched our two kids (3 month old and 2 year old) a couple times before going back to school. She was fantastic and you could tell she really cared about the kids. I would definitely recommend her!"

Meghan M.

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Guiliana V.


Averill Park, NY

$16-27/hr5 yrs exp

Kids Love Me...

I have many years experience with kids. I taught snowboarding for 5 years at Jiminy Peaks to children. I was a lifeguard for the YMCA for many years too. I completed various courses at HVCC, like first-aid and more. I am gifted with strong empathy skills Understanding children comes naturally. I feel it's wise to respect their...
Guiliana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Guiliana was great with both my boys. She played games with them and kept them entertained."

Alyssa G.

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Sara M.


Troy, NY

$16-20/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Sara. I have 8 years experience working with children between the ages of newborn to 12 years old. I currently teach pre-K for head start and worked in day care as a teacher for 6. 5 years and a manager for 1 year. I have an associates degree in Early Childhood Education and a bachelors in psychology. I'm CPR...
Sara can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Anisha O.


Troy, NY

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time/Full-Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Anisha. I have a lot of experience nannying and babysitting. I am certified in the NY department of education as an assistant teacher and I also have my associates in child development. I have taken over 40 online courses on child care related topics. ( transportation, food safety, SIDs, obesity prevention, first aid...
Anisha can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Anisha is a sweet soul, able to care for your child or your pet with patience and love. Her passion has always been children and animals. "

Alicia M.

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Elizabeth D.


Rensselaer, NY

$19-26/hr2 yrs exp

Fun Summer Sitter :)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a reliable, organized, and energetic person who will ensure your child receives appropriate care and who can also do additional tasks if needed. I've baby sat on and off for years but I am currently a middle school teacher who is looking for a summer job doing what I love most. With my experience and personality, I...
Elizabeth can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Elizabeth was great with my intense, energetic, Minecraft-obsessed elementary schooler who can require a lot of patience and flexibility from adults. She took on a full day her first time meeting us when I needed last minute childcare in order to work from home,...

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Eva S.


Wynantskill, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For Part Time

I have many years of experience with the elderly as well as children dating back to when I was 16 years old. I am passionate about it because it's where I excel the most. I am fully vaccinated with the booster for Covid. Last year I retired from NYS Office of the State Comptroller after 36 years of service. I enjoy working with...
Eva can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Eva is wonderful! She has been helping me out since I needed extra help around the house. She is extremely reliable, punctual, and trustworthy. In my household she has done cooking, baking, cleaning, and running errands. She has excelled at all of these! "

Anne S.

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Danielle C.


Albany, NY

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Mommy & Teacher Available

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a Special Education Teacher, with a Master's Degree in Education and about 8 years of experience with kids of all ages and abilities. While I loved working with students, most of my passion for caring for and learning with children has come from my time as mom and in-home childcare provider for the past 4 years. My...
Danielle can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"While the timing didn't work out for our family, we were very impressed with Danielle and her approach to childcare. I think any family would be lucky to hire her. "

Skye A.

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Jennifer E.


Watervliet, NY

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time/Full-Time Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 38 years old. I have several years of experience in babysitting. I'm trustworthy, responsible, and reliable. I love children. I cook, clean, help with homework and love doing fun and educational activities with the children an have a Vehicle I have worked with infants since I was 18 years old. I am a certified teacher...
Jennifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Jennifer saved the day for us when our other babysitter canceled last minute. Jen came the same day with only hours notice."

Sandra I.

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Teresa K.


Albany, NY

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time And Part Time Caregiver Available

Full Time And Part Time Caregiver Available
Teresa can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Tell us about your experience with Teresa K."

Praveen Y.

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Caroline P.


Troy, NY

$16-20/hr1 yrs exp

Responsible Sitter With Daycare Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello :) My name is Caroline and I have just under one year of experience as a teaching assistant for young children at Care for Kids. As a college student who is home for the season, I am available for recurring care or as-needed sitting until early September. My primary experience is with 3-year-olds. I have also worked...
Caroline can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Very kind and great with my 3yo son. Would definitely recommend Caroline as a sitter/nanny. She has a wonderful temperament."

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Samantha T.


Albany, NY

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Sam and I am a Siena College graduate with a BA in Psychology. I have 7 years of experience working with children ages 4 and up, as well as experience with children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I have worked with individuals ages 4-35. I currently work for St. Catherine's Center...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sam was so amazing with your 4yo and 7yo...she was beyond invested in their play and learning! I trusted her completely with my kids. She was also great with driving them around!!!"

Rhiannon P.

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Jessica J.


Troy, NY

$16-24/hr8 yrs exp

Hi families!! My name is Jeddy J., I'm 26 and looking for a full-time or part-time nannying job for the summer. I am willing to serve families anywhere in the metro Detroit area and have tons of experience babysitting children ages 2 and up. I have worked with children for 8+ years now so I know how to tend to a child's basic...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Jessica was an amazing nanny to my 3 year old Talia! She is very attentive and has a calm and nurturing energy about her. Talia still talks about “going to the park with Miss Jeddy.” Any family would be lucky to have her as a nanny, I wish we hadn’t moved away so...

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Kristina Y.


Troy, NY

$18-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Kristina! I just graduated from Binghamton University with a bachelors in history and theatre with the intention of pursuing a career in childhood education. I have a strong passion for working with kids, and am willing to adapt to whatever your child needs. Whether your child wants to sing and dance, do crafts, play...
Kristina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kristina arrived a few minutes early and jumped right in. She was pleasant and had great communication leading up to the job. Our 6yo had a great night playing games and building forts. We will definitely be hiring Kristina again!"

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Carole J.


Albany, NY

$16/hr10 yrs exp

My name is Carole and I am currently a nursing student. I have many years of experience in babysitting. Currently, I work as a teacher's aid with toddlers. I am also CPR certified.
Carole can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 37-year-old early childhood teacher from Chile. While studying during college, I spent a summer babysitting a 2-year-old. I worked in my home country following my studies as a rural public school teacher for a year and a half. My nine students ranged in age from 4 to 6. After that, I came to the United States under a work...
Fernanda can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Poestenkill, NY

Krista S.

5.0

Krista is wonderful with our children, they love her! She always has great ideas for crafts and activities for them to do and takes great care of them. We would recommend her to anyone!

- Andrea P.

Madeline F.

5.0

Maddie is such an amazing, patient, and loving person! We couldn’t have found a better match and friend for our daughter. Maddie was extremely present with our daughter, always willing to help, and has such a positive attitude. What a gem!! Highly HIGHLY recommend Maddie!!

- Care member

Cierra B.

5.0

Cierra watched our two kids (3 month old and 2 year old) a couple times before going back to school. She was fantastic and you could tell she really cared about the kids. I would definitely recommend her!

- Meghan M.

Guiliana V.

5.0

Guiliana was great with both my boys. She played games with them and kept them entertained.

- Alyssa G.

Anisha O.

5.0

We hired Anisha to mind our two children, ages 2 and 3 years-old. They liked Anisha immediately and she actively played and sang with them the whole time. She sent me pictures regularly throughout in which I could see how engaged the children were. She brought her pet lizard too, which was a hit...

- Kenneth S.

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