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Find babysitters in Rensselaer, NY that you’ll love
60 babysitters are listed in Rensselaer, NY
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Rensselaer, NY
5.0
(1)
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: Carpooling, grocery shopping, 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,...
Care member
I have been a nanny for two families and have been a babysitter for multiple families as well. Currently, a mom to a toddler. University of Albany graduate. I work full time and looking to help with childcare needs on nights and weekends.
Kaile can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Brittany K.
Rensselaer, NY
$17-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
For several years, I have babysat a number of children of all different ages. I enjoy being around children and making sure they have a great time while I am babysitting them. I have tons of experience with children and have always been a dedicated babysitter. I recently graduated from college in 2023 and I have been working...
Brittany can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Catherine W.
Rensselaer, NY
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Catherine! I currently work as a Call Center Representative for the state of New York. I've had over 6 years of professional childcare experience and have been informally babysitting since the age of 14. I'm currently planning to go back to school for pediatric speech language pathology to further my education and work...
Amanda M.
Rensselaer, NY
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I worked at a summer camp and after school care program in the past. At my college, I was enrolled in the Mentor Scholar program where I worked with at risk middle schoolers in Fulton, New York. I babysat for my aunts 3 boys aged 5, 8 and 10 and babysat for my mom's friend's son aged 11
For many years I've worked in an elementary school where I enjoyed teaching and learning with children. Before teaching, I was a camp counselor, and before that, I had regular families I babysat for. This is not a role I take lightly, and with me, I bring my years of experience as a kind, patient, and supportive...
Timothy can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My name is Rachel, I am a dedicated and experienced nanny with a passion for nurturing children's growth and development while assisting parents in this unpredictable world. With over a decade of experience, I've had the privilege of caring for children of all ages and have a deep understanding of their unique needs. My patient...
Rachel can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am available for weekend or evening babysitting. For the past 10 years I have been a self-employed house cleaner, so if you need help with cleaning, while I am babysitting, or when the children are asleep, we can definitely discuss that..
Thanks so much and I look forward to hearing from you
Christina can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She is very smart and effective, a problem solver with a good work ethic and positive attitude!"
Emily S.
5.0
(2)
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, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
Stephanie D.
Latham, NY
$20-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Been in the Early Childhood field for 19years. I have worked in daycares as a teacher and administration. I am currently looking for evening and some weekend care like date nights. I am also open to before school care depending on location and hours as I do have a day job.
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Stephanie loves my kids and treats them as her own. I rarely trust people with my kids but with her i have no worries! my kids are always happy when she watches them."
Care member
Ashley B.
Slingerlands, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a full-time, certified teacher. I have extensive experience babysitting for children of all ages. I am interested in part-time summer care and/or tutoring.
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Jonna W.
Albany, NY
$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Jonna. I finished my undergrad in December 2021 and earned my bachelor's degree in Communication Disorders and Sciences. I started working towards my master's degree at The College of Saint Rose,
however I am finishing my final semester online due to their closure.
Over the past summers I babysat five days a...
Jonna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Jonna is the most trustworthy person I know. I've known her my whole life. She is so kind and caring."
Emily P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 2 years of experience of babysitting. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am a child at heart love Disney, dancing, and singing! I am a dance major in college, love teaching dance to young kids. I have experience working with children on the spectrum. I love summer activities. I am a huge planner; I...
Jeanna can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Absolutely amazing, just a joy to be around! My kiddos (and I) love Jeanna and we're already planning to have her back! She was engaged with my kids and they absolutely loved her! Would have her back any time."
Jessica E.
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, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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.
Sara M.
Troy, NY
$16/hr • 7 yrs exp
4.5
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sara and I have 7. 5 years working with children! I have experience with working from children as young as 6 weeks to 12 years old. I worked at a daycare for 6. 5 years as a preschool/pre-k teacher and did one year of school age. I have been working as a center manager at a local daycare for about a year.
I...
Sara can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Samantha T.
Albany, NY
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
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.
5.0
(12)
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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"I've known Danielle since she was a child. She is kind and willing to help anyone. I would hire her to watch my child, but we live far apart."
Kelly S.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Alexandra! I'm 22, and currently pursuing my Master's in Teaching! I have experience with babysitting, I've worked in special education programs, and have a lot of coursework experience in childhood education. If you're looking for someone to help out, babysit part-time, or pet sit, send me a message!
Alexandra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Loved having Alexandra as a sitter! Very friendly and responsible. "
Care member
Katharine D.
Troy, NY
$16-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available To Work For An Awesome Family!
5.0
(1)
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: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Rensselaer, NY
Elizabeth D.
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, and did amazing at making it a fun...
- Care member
Jennifer E.
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.
Christina D.
5.0
She is very smart and effective, a problem solver with a good work ethic and positive attitude!
- Emily S.
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.
Stephanie D.
5.0
Stephanie loves my kids and treats them as her own. I rarely trust people with my kids but with her i have no worries! my kids are always happy when she watches them.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Rensselaer, NY:
How can I find a Rensselaer babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Rensselaer, 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 7 babysitters in Rensselaer, 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 Rensselaer, NY?
The average rate for Rensselaer, NY babysitters on Care.com is $17.86 per hour as of April 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 Rensselaer, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Rensselaer, 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.