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60 babysitters are listed in Purchase, NY
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Purchase, NY
3.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Chelsea. I am currently a college student who is majoring in biology. I am looking to be a nanny for this year and hopefully extend into the following years. I enjoy being around children and I am willing to help families when it is needed. I am available the days and times listed but I am willing to be flexible....
5.0
"Chelsea is very dependable, responsible, communicative, kind and friendly. My daughter who is almost 3 loves her. She plays with her. Feeds her snacks/food I leave. She texts me throughout the day to let me know what's going on. My daughter gets so excited when she...
Melissa E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a preschool teacher who has six years of experience teaching 3-year-olds. I also have four children of my own. I enjoy teaching children through the creative arts. I am excited to take care of children as well as instill a love of learning in them. I do hold my master's degree in teaching and I also am a substitute teacher...
Elise can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Mika L.
Purchase, NY
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter/Housekeeper Available On Weekdays & Weeknights Looking For Full-Time Job
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Mika, I'm a 20-year-old sophomore at a University looking for part-time/full-time employment for the semester and summer (now until end of August 2019). I am currently back home in Warwick for the semester as I transfer schools. I have 8 years in experience in caring for kids ranging from 0 to 12 years old....
Mika can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
One thing you should know about me is I am a college freshman looking for a part time job. I have been babysitting for over 7 years and I enjoy spending time with kiddos!
Works at mothers at home daycare, after school program in New York and older cousin of plenty of younger children.
Diana can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Virginia O.
Purchase, NY
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I've been working as a babysitter. I previously worked with a family, taking care of their 1-year-old baby boy.
I currently provide full-time care for two boys, ages 16 and 13. I specifically manage the care of the 13-year-old, ensuring strict adherence to his treatment plan and dietary needs for his severe food allergies.
My...
Virginia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
2.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
In the past three years, I have had the pleasure of working with three absolutely amazing families babysitting a2-year-old, three5-year-olds, and a 10-year-old. I assisted with school pick-ups, after school activities, dinners, and homework help. Unfortunately, due to the pandemic, the family I most recently worked with no...
Isabella can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Emily C.
Purchase, NY
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
From 7th grade to 12th grade I babysat for two families for many years. The first family had three children starting at ages 2, 6 and 8 I babysat them up until I left for college. My responsibilities included, preparing food, helping with homework, changing diapers, playing games, doing crafts, putting the kids to bed and...
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Rafaela S.
Purchase, NY
$27-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Greetings! I am Rafaela and I'm currently looking for a full time/part time live in nanny position or house assistant. I have experience working with newborns up to teenagers. I'm comfortable taking/driving kids around and drop off/pick up from school. I'm also comfortable preparing meals and doing light cleaning around the...
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a caregiver with over a decade of experience and a passion for nurturing young minds. My journey in childcare began when I discovered the joy of babysitting. I realized that I could positively impact children's lives and support families by providing reliable care.
My approach to childcare is centered around patience,...
Fiordeliz can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Fior is very kind and caring. She is reliable and flexible. Fior drove my boys to after school activities and kept my house tidy too!"
Lisa C.
Dazhia H.
Stamford, CT
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi There! I have been caring for children well over 10 years. My parents had their second child when I was 14 years old. Five years later they had two more children and I helped raise all three of them. I love my younger siblings as though they are my own. Helping with my siblings made me realize how well I work with children. I...
Dazhia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Dazhia was great with our son. She sent us photos and videos throughout the day while my husband and I were at work. She listened to our rules and followed our instructions. I would recommend Dazhia! She’s great and gentle with our son. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is ashley and I am 31 years old! I have been a nanny for over 10 years!
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"We interviewed Ashley over the phone and in person. She showed up to our scheduled appointment right on time. We ended up finding other care for our son and decided not to use a nanny; however, had we chosen the nanny path, we would have loved to have had Ashley...
Rory N.
Stephanie B.
Tarrytown, NY
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello, I am a 27-year-old grad student who is aspiring to become an occupational therapist. I have a bachelor's degree in social sciences (focused in psychology) and most of my OT master's program completed. I have worked with children between the ages on 6 mos. and 12 yrs. I used to work at Vision Fitness in the daycare...
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I interviewed Stephanie and she was wonderful - responsive, punctual and great interaction with my child. Her needs did not meet ours so I did not hire her, but I think she would be a great sitter for the right family. "
Kavita A.
4.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jazmin & I'm a college student looking for a nanny/babysitting position. I have around 13 years of babysitting experience as a job & have two younger siblings I technically helped raise. I'm a college student majoring in early childhood development. Im a respectful, fun and caring person who loves children. I...
Jazmin can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
(4)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Angelica, and I'm currently working towards my bachelor's degree in nursing. I have a passion for caring for children and come with six years of experience in childcare. I also spent a year as a teacher assistant at Lightbridge Academy, which gave me hands-on experience working with kids of all ages-from adorable...
Angelica can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very punctual. Super nice with the kids. Highly recommended."
Misbah M.
Johana M.
Stamford, CT
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as organized, trustworthy, patient, communicative, friendly and caring person.
I started working with kids 5 years ago. I have experience in many areas of caring. I have 2 boys of my own 10 and 12 years old, so I am excellent with children and babies and always treat them like they are my own. I have...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Johana always has a positive attitude and wants to go above and beyond. She has been punctual, reliable and a hard worker. She even helps with extra tasks like laundry and dishes when she is babysitting my daughter. I can't say enough good things! Thanks to this...
Badri and Divya S.
Meredith M.
Port Chester, NY
$30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Meredith! I am a full time Speech Language Pathologist, looking for a part-time caregiver position.
I have years of experience working with children (infant-teen), and have been described as hard working, caring, and devoted. I follow routines, complete household duties, and provide a safe and nurturing environment for...
Meredith can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Cathy J.
Chappaqua, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Cathy and I am 30 years old. I have been babysitting kids of all ages from 3 months old to 14 years since I was about 17. I am very friendly, nice, caring and energetic. I have a great personality and I love kids. I have experience with watching multiple kids. I have a car and a clean drivers license and I am CPR...
Cathy can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cathy was fantastic. She was an instant hit with my daughter. Look forward to hiring her in the future"
Elliot L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Natalya and I am a graduate of John Jay College of Criminal Justice. I started babysitting by taking care my younger siblings and then began watching friends of the family's children and gained more experience through all of the amazing references I received! I am very well trained in taking care of special...
Natalya can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Natalya is very reliable and punctual. Any and everything she does is always 100%. She's not someone who you would have to second guess about doing anything wrong. She'll make sure everything is pristine and she'll always put the child first. She's respectful and...
David H.
Perla C.
New Rochelle, NY
$22/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm Perla. I'm 23 years old, I'm a dependable and compassionate person, I try to connect with children by spending time with them, going for walks, playing outside helping with school. I can assist with light housekeeping and preparing meals. I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old as a part-time job. My schedule is...
Perla can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Perla was a great caregiver. She was punctual, kind, and the kids enjoy their time with her."
Victoria S.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Purchase, NY
Chelsea T.
5.0
Chelsea is very dependable, responsible, communicative, kind and friendly. My daughter who is almost 3 loves her. She plays with her. Feeds her snacks/food I leave. She texts me throughout the day to let me know what's going on. My daughter gets so excited when she sees her. I would recommend...
- Melissa E.
Fiordeliz S.
5.0
Fior is very kind and caring. She is reliable and flexible. Fior drove my boys to after school activities and kept my house tidy too!
- Lisa C.
Dazhia H.
5.0
Dazhia was amazing with my son! She is very kind and gentle. Not only did she give my son the attention he needed but she implemented some of the best practices and taught my baby his alphabets and numbers. She has always went above and beyond and even helped me plan my sons birthday party. She’s...
- Care member
Ashley H.
5.0
We interviewed Ashley over the phone and in person. She showed up to our scheduled appointment right on time. We ended up finding other care for our son and decided not to use a nanny; however, had we chosen the nanny path, we would have loved to have had Ashley help care for our son.
- Rory N.
Stephanie B.
5.0
I interviewed Stephanie and she was wonderful - responsive, punctual and great interaction with my child. Her needs did not meet ours so I did not hire her, but I think she would be a great sitter for the right family.
- Kavita A.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Purchase, NY:
How can I find a Purchase babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Purchase, 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 9 babysitters in Purchase, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 3.3. 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 Purchase, NY?
The average rate for Purchase, NY babysitters on Care.com is $17.89 per hour as of January 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 Purchase, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Purchase, 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.