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60 babysitters are listed in Shokan, NY
The average posted rate is $35/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 9 years
Babysitters in Shokan, NY
Cassie M.
Shokan, NY
$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Thanks Again For Reviewing My Profile- I'd Welcome The Opportunity To Meet With You And Your Family.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Cassie!
Thanks for reviewing my profile.
I'm a Kid's Yoga & Mindfulness Teacher searching for more work due to COVID-19 lay-offs. Whether caregiving or teaching, I've been described as warm, gentle, engaging, patient, energetic, & fun.
Following a 2-decade career in marketing & event production, & some major life...
Cassie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Cassie really cares about connecting with kids. She is great with my 5 and 2-year old. She is punctual, responsive, knowledgeable about what kids need, and extremely responsible. I know my kids are in great hands with her."
Kerry M.
Cassie M.
Shokan, NY
$35-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
Educated, Organized, Communicative, Engaging, & Creative Sitter Available
Hi, I'm Cassie!
Thanks for reviewing my profile.
I'm a Kid's Yoga & Mindfulness Teacher and I babysit to supplement my income.
Whether caregiving or teaching, I've been described as communicative, organized, gentle, engaging, patient, energetic, & fun.
Following a 2-decade career in marketing & event production, & some...
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mom of 3 daughters 20, 17, and 14 and live in Hurley, NY with my family. I have worked in the social work field for 26 years with children. I live a healthy, active lifestyle and have a lot of energy. I have reliable safe transportation. I can prepare healthy meals for the children as well as provide a safe and nurturing...
Tammi can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Tami is a godsend. She has been a wonderful addition to my complicated life and she helps me so much. She is great with my six year old, always on time and goes above and beyond to be flexible and accommodating. She is the best."
Rebecca B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my names Elizabeth, you can call me Liz. I love children, I grew up as one of the eldest with a big family (siblings, cousins) so I was left in charge majority of the time. I also helped care for my eldest sister who suffered from mental delay , and cerebral palsy. I have 3 sons who are aged 11, 7, and 2 years old. (for...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Liz is great. This summer, she has spent full days taking care of our 4 kids ages 5, 6, 9 and 11 - not an easy task! Liz is fun but firm. She engages the kids and knows how to communicate with them but doesn't let them run all over her. She does things we don't ask...
Sarah K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Olivia. I have my Masters in Childhood Education and am a NY state certified teacher in grades 1-6. I have over 15 years of childcare experience, from teaching, to tutoring and nannying. I have experience with children of all ages (infants-teens), genders, and abilities.
For fall 2024, I am seeking...
Olivia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Olivia babysat my one year old on a regular basis last year, and I highly recommend her. She is a very patient, kind, and empathetic person, a demeanor that is well suited for taking care of small children. What's more, she's enthusiastic and warm, and she's...
Sarah H.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hey, I'm Amber. I have been housekeeping for 10+ years. I have two daughters. Kira is almost 7, and Abrielle is almost 2! I have had many years of experience with children in my in home daycare or babysitting in someone's home. My schedule can be pretty flexible. I pet sit as well and have 10+ years experience with pets of all...
Amber can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Very professional, organized and detail oriented! She was great watching my child on several occasions now, and he quickly came to look forward to seeing her!
Also does a phenomenal job in housekeeping and cleaning up those toddler disasters you cant get to after...
Jason L.
Ashley M.
Boiceville, NY
$16-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Ashley! I love working with kids! My experience ranges from casual babysitting to watching kids at a summer camp which I have done for 5 years along with an after school program! Most kids I have worked with in the past have been ages from 5-13. I am willing to help with any tutoring that may be needed. I am a psych...
5.0
"Ashley was a temporary nanny in the summer of 2022 to help keep our boys busy and safe outside. She played with them, swam and was an all around great help."
Isabel D.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Marina, I've been working as a nanny for 14 years. I'm current working part time for a family in New Paltz since 2018 taking care of one child who's 6 years old now. I'm responsible for picking her up after school, giving snack, taking to activities, park and light housekeeping.
I also worked for a family in...
Marina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Marina came to watch our two kids (3&1) for a date night. Another review mentions this, you can instantly tell that Marina is incredibly kind and she connected with both kids instantly. She arrived a few minutes early and was really attentive to the details of our...
Kate B.
5.0
(1)
My name is Lisa I am 56 years old. I'm a mother of 2. At the moment I'm a stay at home caretaker for my mother. Looking for additional work. I enjoy reading and cooking on my free time. I love being outside weather permitting and keeping busy! Hope to hear from you :)
5.0
"I have a autistic son that she watches from time to time. She is very good and trustworthy with him."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Ariel and I have been working in childcare and as a professional nanny for almost 15 years. I am currently working full-time as a nanny for a wonderful family in Woodstock for the past 3+ years, and am only looking for occasional date night and weekend jobs. I am CPR and First Aid certified through the Red...
Ariel can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Let me save you some time on your babysitting search. Ariel is the best babysitter we have EVER had, bar none. It is a true pleasure for me to write this review. I have 2 daughters (4 and 7) and we hired Ariel to watch our kids throughout a wedding weekend for my...
Blaire P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
*Care does not show me requests immediately. If you do not hear back in a timely manner I apologize.* Hi! My name is Sophie. I am a warm-hearted and adept teacher who has always loved caring for children. I have worked with children from infants to teens for nine years. I have always loved child care, starting with my baby...
Sophie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Sophie is extremely patient, attentive to my children's needs, kind and willing to go over and beyond to help out! "
Care member
Hello! I'm Sophie, I'm currently in college part-time and looking to babysit part-time as well. I'm new to childcare; I haven't been paid to babysit in the past, but I've taken care of family friends' kids or neighbor's children before. I'm interested in elementary education as a career, but I'm also considering doing visual...
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a professional actor, former preschool teacher (15 + years of experience) and mom of two teenagers. I provide kind, creative and developmentally appropriate care for children of all ages.
Molly can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Ilanya P.
Kingston, NY
$30-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, understanding, and open minded
I like working with kids because I've always gotten a joy out of it, even just being around kids since I was younger. I always tried to take care of my niece or little cousins.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to help out the parents in their...
Skills:
CPR
I simply love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. My strengths as a nanny are that I am very responsible, reliable and experienced in taking care of multiple children at once. I am passionate about helping babies and toddlers hit their milestones. I have been a certified Foster mom...
Chastity can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Iulia I.
Kingston, NY
$22-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
As a childcare provider with 8 years of experience, my passion is fostering children's growth and making a difference in their lives. My calm, creative, and friendly demeanor helps me connect with children and create a nurturing environment. I believe in open communication with parents, providing regular updates and following...
Iulia can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Childcare has been a part of my entire life. My mother was a home daycare provider for most of my young life. I started babysitting at 12 years old. I was able to start working at 14 years old and my first job was as a preschool teacher's aide for two summers. Throughout high school, I volunteered at a local Boys and Girls club....
Jess can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Vicki K.
Kingston, NY
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Vicki. I have a Masters in Special Ed, and I've been in the field of educating and caring for children for more than 15 years! I have experience in teaching swim lessons, movement and gymnastics classes, and in a classroom setting. My knowledge continues to grow in all areas of working with children. Most...
Vicki can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Throughout high school, college, graduate school, and present day, I have worked with children of all ages, backgrounds, and ability levels. I have been a nanny, a tutor, a mother's/father's helper, and I currently work as a Special Education teacher at a school in the mid-Hudson Valley. I hold dual New York State certification...
Dana can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hello!
I would describe myself as friendly, outgoing, and patient in my approach to working with kids. My child caretaking experience spans from college to the present day, in which I assist with overnights, bathing, light housekeeping, and meal preparation. I've looked after kids ranging from toddlers to teenagers and up to...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Shokan, NY
Cassie M.
5.0
Cassie really cares about connecting with kids. She is great with my 5 and 2-year old. She is punctual, responsive, knowledgeable about what kids need, and extremely responsible. I know my kids are in great hands with her.
- Kerry M.
Tammi L.
5.0
Wonderful and dependable sitter.
- Leslie F.
Elizabeth J.
5.0
Liz was great with our kids and family. We hired Liz for help with our kids to do remote learning, she kept the kids organized and on target. She is a splendid artist and did art with them, took them sledding and outside to play and also helped with our pets! Liz is very easy to work with and I...
- Shari M.
Olivia H.
5.0
Olivia is a dream child-care provider - any parent would be lucky to have her caring for their child. She watched my son from 14 months to over 2.5 years old, and we know our son has grown into the happy, curious boy he is largely due to her care. Olivia is attentive, smart, compassionate, creative...
- Lauren M.
Amber P.
5.0
We love Amber! She is wonderful with our 2 year old daughter, very patient and kind. She does crafts and activities to mix things up and has been working with her on speech development. We love it that she is able to bring her daughter as she is so sweet with ours and it's really great for her...
- Jenna T.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Shokan, NY:
How can I find a Shokan babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Shokan, 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 Shokan, 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 Shokan, NY?
The average rate for Shokan, NY babysitters on Care.com is $35.00 per hour as of February 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 Shokan, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Shokan, 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.