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60 babysitters are listed in Poughquag, NY
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Poughquag, NY
5.0
(1)
I have experience in baby sitting and being a nanny for at least 8 years. I cared for two children age 8 and age 6. I have been caring for them since they were born. I watched them grow and blossom into amazing and inspiring kids. what I love about children is you think they are going to learn from you, but you actually wind...
Cassandra can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Always friendly and responsible! She the only person I trust to handle my autistic son. My children look forward to her coming over and watching them."
Aaron T.
Jayda W.
Poughquag, NY
$16/hr • 2 yrs exp
I've Cared For Kids Ages 1-8. I Am Comfortable With All Ages. I Am An Educator That Loves Kids!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm certified to teach 1st grade-6th grade. Last May, I received my graduate degree in Literacy Education (Birth-6th). Before that I graduated with my Bachelor's in Childhood Education and a concentration in Spanish. I have been a substitute teacher K-6th and I have completed over 65 hours of tutoring.
I am currently a 4th...
Jayda can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hannah E.
Poughquag, NY
$18-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Hannah. I am a fun, loving and reliable 24-year-old. I have 8+ years of experience with ages 3 months to 12 years! I am currently enrolled in an online college program so I am very flexible with my schedule.
Alyssa D.
Poughquag, NY
$21-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I've been an early childhood educator for over 3 years, and I'm passionate about helping children reach their full potential. My calm, friendly demeanor puts children at ease, and my patience helps them learn and grow. I believe in open and honest communication with parents, and I always keep them updated on their child's...
Mikayla R.
Poughquag, NY
$19-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi ! I am a senior psychology student with 5 years experience of childcare. The youngest age i've worked with was a 1-year-old, the oldest is 13!
I am CPR/AED certified & a Safety-Care Professional. With this certification I have worked with kids with autism & other related developmental disabilities as a Behavior Technician....
Maria S.
Poughquag, NY
$21/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm a dedicated caregiver with a passion for supporting children's growth and well-being. With five years as a nanny and two years as an au pair for newborns and young children, I understand how to balance fun, safety, and education. I prioritize open communication with parents, providing regular updates on their child's day. I...
Elvira C.
Poughquag, NY
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been a baby sitter/nanny for many years. I am a very energetic, playful, and a responsible person. I enjoy caring for children and watching them learn and grow with my help as well. I have two grown children myself and a grandchild. I was a stay-at-home mom and now I have time to give my services to someone else's...
Elvira can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Claudette M.
Poughquag, NY
$16/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have worked in law firms for 20 years until I left to raise my children. Last year I was a caregiver for an elderly neighbor. While raising my children I have been involved in the PTA, volunteering and am a Girl Scout leader.
Claudette can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hello parents, caregivers, and legal guardians! My name is Kayla. I am an undergraduate student studying Neuroscience at the University. I have 4 years of professional experience babysitting children, but much more if you count taking care of my younger brother while growing up. I have an interesting schedule working around my...
Kayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kayla is nothing but a professional. She brought energy, kindness and a warmth to our home that invited our kids to immediately take to her. Her helpful nature made any and every cleaning/organizing task so effortless. Her caring for my kids and home made leaving...
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Erin, I am 22 years old and I live in Sherman CT. I recently graduated James Madison University in Virginia where I studied Psychology and Early Inclusive Education. I am currently working as a Behavioral Therapist for individuals with Autism and working towards obtaining my RBT certification so I have some free...
Erin can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Mackenzie and I am 26 years old. I have been babysitting and working with children for many years. I have three day-care experiences where I was a full time teacher to all age groups. Most recent, I am a head toddler teacher. I love working with children because they are all different and unique in their own...
Mackenzie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mackenzie came to my home for a nanny interview. She was on time, very responsive in communication and interacted very nicely with my two children. She seemed flexible with changes, patient and caring. Ultimately, we had a family friend offer us a childcare option,...
Robin A.
Tina H.
Patterson, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Tina and I have been a stay a home mom for the past 20 years. I live in Patterson, NY and my son has now graduated college and I am free to babysit full time. While staying home, I have babysat for my neighbor's kids whose ages ranged from 3 months to 12 years old. I have also babysat for other families as well....
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Tina was a blessing for our family. We could not have asked for better care for our baby."
Alexandra W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am an empty nester and new to the area. I recently worked as a nanny for a family with 3 kids until relocated to east coast. I can help with Swimming Supervision, Cooking/Meal Preparation, nap-time, shopping, errands, etc. Looking for some babysitting a couple times a week.
Ulrika can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She was great with my little guy."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am a reliable, caring and trustworthy Nanny with over 25 years experience with kids of all ages.
I absolutely love what I do.
I am CPR /First Aid certified, I'm good swimmer, I drive and I have my own car. With all my skills and experience, I'm able to provide a supervised, safe and stable environment for your...
Ana can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Ana Karina has take care my children when they were born until they went to school.
She is a lovely sweet and responsible lady that has become to be part of our family."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Kimberly, I am currently a nursing student at Pace University. I love taking care of children, I am capable of caring for children of all ages and helping them with all their needs. I love the outdoors and always being positive in every situation! I am certified in CPR, AED and have some Pre-Med knowledge. I am...
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"Kimberly is very personable and my daughter loved her. "
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Christina J.
Hopewell Junction, NY
$24/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time Childcare Giver With Over 25 Yrs Of Experience
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Chris and I love caring for kids. I first began working in my mid-teens as a babysitter for many children in my neighborhood, from infants to 12 yr. olds. I continued to care for the children of many friends and family thereafter. I was also privileged to be a stay at home mom for my 3 children who are now young adults. I...
Christina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Chris came into our lives when our daughter was 3 months old. I was heading back to work and we were in need of a nanny to supplement the schedule that we had worked out with the grandparents. We were blessed right from the beginning. Not only did Chris' schedule...
Julie P.
Sandra N.
Hopewell Junction, NY
$25-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm Looking To Work Full Time Long Term Monday To Friday Some Saturday When Is Need.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm 42 years old a mother of 3 young men ages 22, 20, 18. I been working as a nanny/babysitter for the past 14 years. I have the families references. have a clean driver license and no criminal record. I also have a CPR+first Aid certification. I speak English and Spanish I'm Covid vaccinate. I'm looking for a full-time Job...
Sandra can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Sandra was (and is) the best caregiver a new mom could have hoped for. She was with us for 1.5 years until our needs changed unfortunately. She was loving and caring for our daughter. They had so much fun dancing, singing, painting, and just being in each other...
Lyla Y.
Sandra C.
Hopewell Junction, NY
$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
I love taking care of children. The days are never the same... Love the way they think and the funny things that sometimes come out of their mouths :)
Sandra can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"We've hired Sandra to care for my four year old son a few times. Of all the babysitters we've hired, Sandra has been the only one to make a lasting impression. He is constantly asking when Sandra will come back to play with him. She is unique because you can really...
Ariela P.
Alyssa R.
Holmes, NY
$16-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Alyssa, I'm a second year graduate student studying Psychology.
I have worked as a mother's helper, a babysitter, and a tutor for students in a classroom setting and one on one with students with disabilities.
I love animals as I have 4 of my own! I have worked with children as young as 10 months and as old as...
Alyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Alyssa really worked well with my sons and always went the extra mile to help us out around the house."
Samuel H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I absolutely love taking care of children. I love to hear them laugh with joy while playing. I have some experience babysitting for family members in the past and professionally. I have 3 months babysitting experience with two children. I also have experience taking care of a newborn. I have a 12-year-old, a 10-year-old and a...
Joy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Joy was a wonderful caregiver, my children loved her! The only reason we are not still using her is because I lost my job, but if the need for a caregiver arises in the future, and if she is available, we will be using her again. She was always on time and never...
Michelle W.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Poughquag, NY
Cassandra F.
5.0
Always friendly and responsible! She the only person I trust to handle my autistic son. My children look forward to her coming over and watching them.
- Aaron T.
Kayla M.
5.0
Kayla is nothing but a professional. She brought energy, kindness and a warmth to our home that invited our kids to immediately take to her. Her helpful nature made any and every cleaning/organizing task so effortless. Her caring for my kids and home made leaving and returning seemless when I...
- Care member
Mackenzie F.
5.0
Mackenzie came to my home for a nanny interview. She was on time, very responsive in communication and interacted very nicely with my two children. She seemed flexible with changes, patient and caring. Ultimately, we had a family friend offer us a childcare option, although we would have been...
- Robin A.
Tina H.
5.0
Tina was a blessing for our family. We could not have asked for better care for our baby.
- Alexandra W.
Ulrika T.
5.0
Rika is a true professional. It is such a relief to have someone I can trust so fully to help me! Myself and my kids truly enjoyed her. I will use her again and again!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Poughquag, NY:
How can I find a Poughquag babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Poughquag, 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 8 babysitters in Poughquag, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Poughquag, NY?
The average rate for Poughquag, NY babysitters on Care.com is $18.25 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 Poughquag, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Poughquag, 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.