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Savannah J.
Salem, NY
$17-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I work at an Assisted Living. I'm a certified Home Health Aide. I've been at my current job almost 4 years. I'm in Nursing school for my LPN as well.
Savannah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Haleigh B.
Salem, NY
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced 22-year-old looking for a family in need of a part-time nanny. Over the last few years, I have spent my summers nannying and working in daycares, while nannying full-time for a family. I do have some background in early education as well.
Haleigh can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(15)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Olivia I am 25 years old, from Granville NY. I do have my own car, it's a 2020 Subaru in very good condition with a clean license. I do not smoke. I have been babysitting now for a little over 9 years. I have taken my CPR/First Aid pediatrics and adult course through American Red Cross as of September of 2017 (if...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Olivia has been wonderful in caring for our 9 month old baby. She is very attentive and always willing to help out with other things around the house when the baby is sleeping. She also is great with our two older boys (5 and 3). She thinks ahead and take...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I raised three boys who are now grown and work as a writer and editor. I adore kids and love the balance of interacting with children in conjunction with my other work. I'm creative and nurturing and understand reinforcing the parental style of the household. I'm also available to tutor elementary through college aged students...
Jenny can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Down to earth, very interactive with the children, encourages the learning process! "
Alexandra N.
Alex L.
Cambridge, NY
$16-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as fun, caring and exciting
I like working with kids because of how fun it is and it's what I enjoy I've only worked with kids in the past
I'm looking for a job that I can watch peoples kids without worrying about any problems
I started working with kids when I was 16 and been working with them...
I am an energetic 44-year-old female, recently retired from being a professional dancer for 24 years. When the pandemic hit I hung up my pointe shoes and moved up to Granville to live full time with my husband and operate our small farm. During the summers I participate in several local farmers markets. I am seeking local part...
Heather can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I can help with some meals and watch the kids swim and if you're going anywhere for over night I am available I can help with some light cleaning
Deborah can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there!
My name is Hosanna, I am a teacher during the school year, and during summers off I am a nanny. I love spending time with kiddos outdoors and doing creative activities with them. I have my bachelor's degree in birth through 6th-grade education and am working towards my master's degree. I look forward to chatting...
Hosanna can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Amanda D.
Cambridge, NY
$10-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
I am currently a stay at home mommy with my son & daughter. I've worked with children from birth to age 15. I have three more classes to take until I have my degree in early childhood education. My last job was at a hospital working in a daycare in the infant room but I've worked in other daycares as well. I'm very friendly and...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Marybeth F.
Argyle, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I love caring for children and animals! I have raised two wonderful daughters who are successful adults now. I am looking for child care and pet sitting jobs. I will spoil and love your children and animals! I am very trustworthy, caring, and reliable. I have excellent references. I have experience as a nanny and a pet sitter.
Marybeth can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Jordan D.
Glens Falls, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Seasoned Babysitter For Date Nights, Vacations Or Events
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'm Jordan. I've worked for the past 10 years in education as a science and math teacher and outdoor educator. I have a masters in Environmental Science and undergraduate degree in Gender Studies as well as a Masters in Teaching Science and a NYS teaching certification. I currently teach Earth Science at a local public high...
Jordan can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jordan was fantastic with our 18 month old son! She arrived on time, took great care of our son and sent us updates when needed. Highly recommend :)"
Monica S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm an active mature caregiver with years of experience with children aged 1-15. I believe in both independent and child-led play. I employ the use of sensory bins, crafts, home made obstacle courses, or just old fashioned "hide and seek". I also use the Pinterest and Teachers pay teachers platforms to find fun learning...
Catherine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Fantastic caregiver! Kids loved her. Lots of outside time as well as crafts inside! Wonderful person! Cant recommend enough! Can not stress how much my 2 boys enjoyed her!"
Daniel K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
*AVAILABILITY STARTING EARLY JUNE*
Hi there! My name is Mary! I am a recent graduate of Vanderbilt University with a double-major in Elementary Education and Sociology. I'm currently spending the summer in South Glen Falls with my older sister as I prepare to move to Texas to work toward my MFA in Creative Writing!
From 2014...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Mary nannied for my family last summer and I absolutely loved having her as a role model and caregiver for my students. Mary is smart and encouraged learning in everyday life during the summer spent with my children. Once she told me that she was spending the day...
Madison C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Originally from the Upstate area, I moved to San Francisco in 2003 to attend the Academy of Art University where I received an Associate in Fine Art Photography. After school I started working at a photography company creating portraits of children, pre-school to senior ages. As a side gig I worked at the Exploratorium a...
Neeley can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Neeley has been caring for our 20 month old twins for the last 6 months. She is very good with our girls. She engages with them in many ways such as reading books with them, playing various games, and even attempts arts and crafts (this is challenging with...
Adam H.
Mary S.
Manchester Center, VT
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently a sophomore at ole miss. I babysit in Oxford during the school year, and here in Houston during the summer. I often take the kids I babysit to the pool, park museums, and many more other fun summer activities.
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(10)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Shana. I have been nannying since my son was born in May 2021. Prior I was in the medical field. I have years of experience with children beginning with babysitting around 11 years old. In my free time I enjoy cooking, reading, crafting, learning, hiking and spending time with my family. I attend SUNY ADK part time,...
Shana can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Shana is an awesome sitter! Super polite and flexible! She’s a 10 out of 10 recommend!"
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Emmalee C.
Greenwich, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have found myself with free time that I felt could be utilized to help families and watch/care for children or do small tasks while the parents work or get things done. I am not able to take anything on full-time. I am best utilized for once in a while or date night needs. Experienced pet/dog sitter/walker as well. Baby sitter...
Emmalee can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She's the best with my 1 year old daughter. Love her!!!!"
Carol C.
Emma S.
South Glens Falls, NY
$25-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
Experienced Childcare Pro With M.Ed. In School Counseling
4.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Emma, a 26-year-old graduate with a degree in Education and Psychology, currently working in Higher Education in Saratoga Springs. I recently completed my master's in School Counseling from SUNY Brockport.
With eight years of experience as a nanny in both Saratoga Springs and Rochester, I've developed a strong...
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Emma worked for my family for a year in Saratoga. She was great with my kids and was always dependable. She is very caring and always set our hearts at ease the minute she walked through the door. Highly recommended!!"
Jenna V.
I am a recent UVM graduate home for the summer, with lots of childcare experience! I love to spend time in the beautiful Vermont nature with kids, and am happy to help out with homework, pet care, cleaning and other services as needed.
Miranda can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jillian S.
Gansevoort, NY
$21/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm a creative and friendly childcare provider with four years of experience caring for children of all ages. My love for babysitting started with my siblings and cousins. Being a part of their development was so rewarding and made me want to continue my career in babysitting/nannying.
My passion is fostering children's growth...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Salem, NY
Olivia W.
5.0
Olivia took great care of our kids while we were visiting from out of town. She was easy to communicate with before and on time the day of. The kids enjoyed having her take care of them. She played games with them and entertained them with limited resources (hotel room…). If we were back in the...
- Care member
Jenny G.
5.0
Down to earth, very interactive with the children, encourages the learning process!
- Alexandra N.
Jordan D.
5.0
Jordan is an amazing babysitter/caregiver. She was friendly and the children loved her. She gave me references to contact about her experience and they raved about her!
I would hire her again any time! thank you Jordan!
- Ariel D.
Catherine S.
5.0
I highly recommend Catherine. She was great with my boys. Did crafts and played with them a lot. Easy to work with and did everything I asked and more.
- Lubov S.
Mary S.
5.0
Mary nannied for my family last summer and I absolutely loved having her as a role model and caregiver for my students. Mary is smart and encouraged learning in everyday life during the summer spent with my children. Once she told me that she was spending the day with my children at the park. As if...
- Madison C.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Salem, NY:
How can I find a Salem babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Salem, 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 2 babysitters in Salem, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Salem, NY?
The average rate for Salem, NY babysitters on Care.com is $21.00 per hour as of December 2024. 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 Salem, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Salem, NY through Care.com. As of 2024, 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.