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60 babysitters are listed in Schaghticoke, NY
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 2 years
Babysitters in Schaghticoke, NY
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello. I have been working with children since I was able to babysit at 12 years old! I have always enjoyed caring, laughing, and being a part of kid's lives. I am a mother of 2 myself, and I am a certified substitute teacher of 4 years with a BA in Human Development. I have worked with families and their children of all ages...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Katie was with us from March 2011 - June 2012, she took excellent care of our little boy who was 9 months when she started and 2 yrs old when she left us. She is very creative, provides excellent one-on-one and put energy into making sure our son got exposure to...
Sara H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and I love being outside and helping with crafts! I have watched newborns to teenagers. I have a passion for helping kids learn.
Colleen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Colleen watched our 6-year old son and sometimes a COVID pod friend of his while they weren't in zoom school. She was fun, reliable, and easy going. We really appreciated her help!"
Aaron R.
Kayla C.
Schenectady, NY
$27-45/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Kayla! I'm a fun loving babysitter/nanny. I started out babysitting for families in my neighborhood, taught dance at a local studio to young children ages 3 to 7, and have been a nanny since 2019. I simply enjoy spending time with children, being able to play and act goofy, yet still have them listen and respect me. I...
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Currently working in the financial services industry Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in a hybrid schedule. With generous PTO and bank holidays, I am looking to provide childcare to local families in my spare time.
For the past 12 years, I have babysat families with multiple children. My father is the oldest...
Janelle can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Janelle was so wonderful and sweet! This was our first time hiring a babysitter for our 5 month old and couldn’t have chosen better. Our daughter took to her immediately and loved spending time together. Will definitely be hiring her again in the near future. "
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Cecelia H.
Albany, NY
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Cecelia and I am a full time Nurse. I have loved children and enjoyed taking care of them for as long as I can remember. I started babysitting when I was 12 and have been doing so on and off since! I have so much love to give and I hope you allow me to share that with your children! :)
Cecelia can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cecelia was great with our little guy! We have known her for a year now and can't wait to have her watch for us again."
Doug T.
Brooke M.
Ballston Spa, NY
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! Thank you for considering me and looking at my profile. My name is Brooke and I am 32 years old. I have worked in a preschool as an assistant teacher, nannied for many wonderful families and have three little boys myself! It's safe to say I have a lot of experience with children.
In September of 2010, I was the head Cross...
Brooke can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Brooke nannied for our family for 1 year (4 yo & 2 yo). She is the BEST NANNY!! She is amazing with kids - this is her calling and one of her greatest strengths. She is driven and gives 200% every. day. She is a natural.
She gets down on the floor and will play...
Jenny C.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello a college grad w/ a Master's in Psychology. I have experience with newborns and up, multiple siblings (and pets!) I work well with all children, including those w/ learning disabilities, ADD, ADHD, PTSD, stress/anxiety/depression, or severe allergies. I have experience w/ kids through various...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Words cannot express what Stephanie has meant to our family. She has been with us for a little over a year caring for our, now, 15-month daughter and large golden retriever. My daughter lights up when Stephanie enters a room and cries when they say goodbye for the...
Kim M.
Lindsey W.
Schenectady, NY
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Lindsey! I have 5 years of experience working as a babysitter, and 2 years as a TA at a daycare. I am currently a college student working to receive my degree in Inclusive Early Childhood Education. I am enthusiastic about giving kids the space to be themselves while also teaching them what it means to be patient, kind,...
Lindsey can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
5.0
"Lindsey did a great job entertaining our two girls when we needed a last-minute sitter. Thanks!"
Jerry N.
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:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello Parents,
Julia here!
Few things ale chilbout me:
I'm the middd with one older sister & a younger brother, I have my cosmetology license, as well as a bachelors degree in HR & business administration. In my free time I like to cook, spend time on the lake with friends & family, take my 8-year-old baby (dog) on long...
Julia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Julia has been watching my baby & my pets for around 4 months now. She is nothing short of amazing. She is a great communicator, she’s responsible and I never have to worry about leaving the house. Thanks Julia!"
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5.0
(1)
I'm great with kids of all ages. School age helping with homework and making all subjects fun. I also have experience with baby's keeping them entertained and changing diapers.
Brian can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"He is excellent with my 2 kids i would recommend him to everyone "
Beckie P.
Cuwani C.
Schenectady, NY
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a childcare provider with over a decade of experience caring for children of all ages. My interest in caring for children stems from my passion for nurturing their growth and development. I am patient, calm, and creative, and I have a knack for making children feel comfortable and safe. I am also very comfortable enforcing...
Cuwani can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Cuwani was able to adapt to the needs of my children and connect with them to gain their trust."
Joel B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a vaccinated elementary teacher looking to care for children part-time over the summer. I have worked for several families and children ages 0-16. I hope to keep your child/children busy with fun activities and possibly local trips. I can cook and have no problem preparing delicious and healthy meals for your...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"We were in the area for a wedding and Jessica cared for my 9 month old son at our hotel. She really put my mind at ease from the moment she showed up early and was immediately caring and responsible for my son while I finished getting ready for the wedding. This...
Gabriella B.
Mahnoor A.
Clifton Park, NY
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.8
(24)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
Hello Childcare Seekers!
I'm a very reliable honest caring babysitter who has a passion for childcare. I reside in Clifton Park NY. I am CPR, First Aid and AED certified. I have experience with infants, toddlers and preschoolers. I love being around kids, helping them learn, spend quality time with them, playing(outdoor/indoor...
Mahnoor can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maha is the ABSOLUTE BEST. I do not trust my 4 month old with anyone else but her. She is so caring and not just towards the kids but the parents. Understands the anxiety that comes with leaving little ones and sends updates and reassurance. Our son will be with...
Celine F.
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:
Early Education
First Aid
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."
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Kennedy B.
Cohoes, NY
$35/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hello! My name is Kennedy and I have nearly 8 years of childcare experience! I have a degree in History with a minor in Education. I worked at a summer camp, coached 8th grade basketball, nannied for a 9-month-old and so much more. I love children of all ages and have experience with a number of different ages!
Kennedy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Kennedy is a top notch sitter. We trust her with everything we have....our children, dog, and home. She babysits for us and dog and house sits for us when we are out of town. She is our daughters' favorite sitter. She is hands on with our girls and hands off with...
Kathleen C.
5.0
(1)
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, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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.
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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...
Kenneth S.
5.0
(1)
My name is Lauren and I am a Social Psychologist who has always liked kids. Their energy and enthusiasm is the best! I have over 10 years of experience working as a babysitter and taking care of my friends' kids. I can also assist with homework, meal prep and laundry.
I work for the Department of Health from Monday-Friday...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I've known Lauren as a friend for 30 years, and she is responsible, kind and dependable. She was a big help after I had my kids ( ages 4 and 1) and would watch them so I could nap or get things done around the house. My kids are always excited to see her and they...
Catherine D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been working in the child care profession since 1976. I have been employed in several day cares and preschools in the area, as well as seven families as a nanny in their homes. I can also offer care in my home as an option since I have a playroom with many preschool materials to offer to children in my care.... dramatic...
Christine can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Chrissie was my children's nanny for 2 years. She started when my younger one was around 8 months old and was with us till she turned 2.5. I also have an older daughter who was 6 when Chrissie started with us. We couldn't have found a better person than Chrissie to...
Jahnavi J.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Schaghticoke, NY
Kathleen C.
5.0
Katie was with us from March 2011 - June 2012, she took excellent care of our little boy who was 9 months when she started and 2 yrs old when she left us. She is very creative, provides excellent one-on-one and put energy into making sure our son got exposure to other kids & activities every...
- Sara H.
Colleen W.
5.0
Colleen watched our 6-year old son and sometimes a COVID pod friend of his while they weren't in zoom school. She was fun, reliable, and easy going. We really appreciated her help!
- Aaron R.
Janelle R.
5.0
Janelle was so wonderful and sweet! This was our first time hiring a babysitter for our 5 month old and couldn’t have chosen better. Our daughter took to her immediately and loved spending time together. Will definitely be hiring her again in the near future.
- Care member
Cecelia H.
5.0
Cecelia was great with our little guy! We have known her for a year now and can't wait to have her watch for us again.
- Doug T.
Brooke M.
5.0
We had such a wonderful experienced with Brooke. She was a full time nanny for our 3 yr old son, who absolutely adored her! She made sure to communicate her plan for the day and we always felt our son was very safe, she treated him like gold! She has such a warm, loving energy to her and always a...
- Alexandra H.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Schaghticoke, NY:
How can I find a Schaghticoke babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Schaghticoke, 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 Schaghticoke, 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 Schaghticoke, NY?
The average rate for Schaghticoke, NY babysitters on Care.com is $16.50 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 Schaghticoke, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Schaghticoke, 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.