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97 babysitters are listed in Schenectady, NY
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Schenectady, NY
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello I'm 54-year-old professional Nanny non smoker/drinker with two grown daughters whom are both nurses and a grandmother to a 6 yr old grandson and a 9-month-old grandson. Currently I'm living in Scotia NY .
I have years of experience caring for children of all ages but infant to 3 years old is what I specialize in including...
Melissa can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Melissa was great! The kids liked her instantly. My 3 year old son was very comfortable with her and my 9 year old daughter loved that she did science experiments with her. She even washed the dishes! I definitely plan on having Melissa sit for us again!"
Alison K.
Lauren M.
Schenectady, NY
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Enthusiastic And Experienced Babysitter Available Work Whenever I Am Needed.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am very passionate about watching and teaching children as well as assuring their safety when they are in my care! I have worked in a classroom setting as a preschool teacher and have a Bachelors degree in early childhood education/special ed. The majority of my experience comes from nannying children from ages 7mo-6yrs....
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"She was amazing with my son. She asked to bring him to the park as well as story time at our local library. Lauren prepared healthy meals for my son and gave him a very relaxed but fun morning. There was no hesitation when it came to helping with potty training and...
Jeff L.
Maggie S.
Schenectady, NY
$35/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello I'm Maggie, I'm a student in college working for my teaching degree. I have always loved spending time with kids and watching them grow, I have about a year of professional babysitting and I will always jump for opportunities when I can. I can arrange fun games to play with the little ones and also be there to help with...
5.0
"Maggie is currently watching my son part time. I'm so glad we found her! She is dependable and reliable! She always responds to my calls and texts and my son really loves her. Such a nice person as well. I would definitely recommend!"
Sarah P.
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: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Lindsey was awesome! Our son had a blast with her. She was exactly on time and very polite and professional. "
Care member
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: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting kids in my hometown for about 9 years, with experience in a wide range of ages, spanning from newborns and toddlers all the way up to middle schoolers to whom I also provided tutoring in math, English, and social studies. As a Type 1 Diabetic, I have a lot of experience with chronic illness and have cared...
Georgia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Georgia was fantastic with my son. She went above and beyond, even bought and brought him toys and books that he still loves. "
Sruthi M.
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: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
Jean Line L.
Schenectady, NY
$21/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello. My name is Jean Line , I am 27 years old. I graduated in 2020 from Schenectady County Community College earning my Early Childhood degree. Taking care of others has been a passion of mine for a very long time. I love kids. I enjoy being around them making them laugh, teaching them from right and wrong and helping them out...
Jean Line can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jean Line is quite possibly the best babysitter we've ever had the pleasure of working with. Our toddler, who's usually shy, loved her right away and gave her a big smile when she came back the next day. No complaints whatsoever, only praise! "
Aleksy T.
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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
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.
Sydnee M.
Schenectady, NY
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi I'm Sydnee and Ive been sitting kids since middle school! I grew up in Rotterdam, New York and I completed my Bachelors degree in Communication Studies in South Carolina. As a 22-year-old, I love to travel and connect with new people. Kids are the future and I believe I can lead with love and create a positive, energetic and...
Sydnee can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi I'm Molly! I'm 24 years old. I am a college graduate with my Bachelors degree from SUNY Brockport. I am currently working as the School Age Program Coordinator at a local school. I am looking for part time work on nights and weekends. I have tons of child care experience with all ages. References available.
Molly can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
I have 15 years of experience caring for children of various ages, from infants to pre-teens. My background includes working with families as a regular babysitter and helping out with family members' children. I am comfortable managing multiple children at once and have experience handling a variety of situations, from bedtime...
Keira can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
I have taken care of children as young as a month old to as old as a 14 years old. I have babysat all hours from as early as 6 a.m. to get the kids ready for school to as late as 11 p.m. I have cooked children dinner, get them ready to go to bed, and even get them ready for the next day. I am in college so I can help the...
Sophia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CNA
Mother of two wonderful teenagers, who has experience in housekeeping, child care and elderly care. CPR certified.
I take pride in providing the best care. I pay attention to detail.
Children learn through play.
I have a degree in early child hood education.
Cassie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hemawattie P.
Schenectady, NY
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a genuine love for helping children grow and learn. My three years of experience have taught me how to best support children's development, and my calm and imaginative personality helps me create a fun and enriching environment for them. I believe in open communication with...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience babysitting children from the ages of newborn to 12 years old and those with disabilities. I am a very well rounded person and love kids! I love to travel and be outdoors :) I am currently a full time high school science teacher. I am available 2-3 weekdays (flexible with days) and weekends for the summer....
Amar can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Hello, my name is Laura M. I am a third year student at Siena College studying biology education. I have 3 years of previous babysitting experience and worked as a camp counselor at an extended school year program for kids with varying disabilities.
I am an energetic and hard working person. I am the oldest sister of 6 siblings, so I have plenty experience with all ages and absolutely love spending time with children and keeping them entertained. I also love creating educational, imaginative and active things to do with them! I have experience tutoring especially with...
Victoria V.
Schenectady, NY
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I've been working in the restaurant industry since I graduated high school and was looking for a change. Throughout the 2021 school year I worked at an after school program and loved working with kids. I took many trainings for and during the time I had this job and have gained tons of knowledge about working with children. As I...
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
I have been babysitting for years for kids the ages of 10 months to 10 years old. I have also worked as a day camp counselor and a counselor in training at Camp Pinnacle.
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Schenectady, NY
Melissa T.
5.0
Melissa was great! The kids liked her instantly. My 3 year old son was very comfortable with her and my 9 year old daughter loved that she did science experiments with her. She even washed the dishes! I definitely plan on having Melissa sit for us again!
- Alison K.
Lauren M.
5.0
She was amazing with my son. She asked to bring him to the park as well as story time at our local library. Lauren prepared healthy meals for my son and gave him a very relaxed but fun morning. There was no hesitation when it came to helping with potty training and working on a daily routine! Will...
- Jeff L.
Maggie S.
5.0
Maggie is currently watching my son part time. I'm so glad we found her! She is dependable and reliable! She always responds to my calls and texts and my son really loves her. Such a nice person as well. I would definitely recommend!
- Sarah P.
Lindsey W.
5.0
Lindsey was awesome! Our son had a blast with her. She was exactly on time and very polite and professional.
- Care member
Georgia K.
5.0
Georgia was fantastic with my son. She went above and beyond, even bought and brought him toys and books that he still loves.
- Sruthi M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Schenectady, NY:
How can I find a Schenectady babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Schenectady, 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 97 babysitters in Schenectady, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. 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 Schenectady, NY?
The average rate for Schenectady, NY babysitters on Care.com is $18.07 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 Schenectady, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Schenectady, 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.
Ratings for Schenectady, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Schenectady, NY are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews of the 97 listed babysitters.