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60 babysitters are listed in South Salem, NY
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in South Salem, NY
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am available to shuttle your children to and from school or after school activities and provide childcare for those evenings you are working late or need a night out! I am also willing to help with homework, run errands, prepare dinner, do laundry and light housekeeping. I am a yoga and meditation teacher, have a lot of...
Shawna can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Shawna was an excellent nanny/house-manager to our family for 1.5 years. She's very easy to get along with and a jack-of-all trades. Shawna is pragmatic and solves problems independently. She always brought positivity and energy to our kids' day. She also cared...
Katie T.
Molly S.
South Salem, NY
$20-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
Fun And Loving Babysitter Looking For Part-time Or Full-time
Hello! I'm Molly, and I am so excited to meet you! I am currently studying Early Childhood Education at Palm Beach State College. I have always had a love for caretaking. Growing up, I was fortunate to have an extraordinary connection with my babysitter, whom I admired and learned so much from. I do my best to carry and practice...
Molly can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I am an upcoming Junior in college, and will be home for the summer from May 23rd-August 20th. I am available to babysit and also have my drivers license. I have experience watching babies, toddlers, kids in elementary school through high school.
Morgan can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Emma F.
South Salem, NY
$17-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Emma and I am 22 years old. I have been babysitting since 2017. I am also working towards my degree in Elementary Education. I have lots of experience when it comes to working with children. In high school I took a 2 year course of Early Childhood Education. That course also had us work hands on in a Pre School. I...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Hi! My name is Kendall, I am currently a junior at Union College. I'm an economics major and a member of the basketball team. I have over 5 years of experience working with children, from babysitting and working at Summer camps. I can help with driving, day-time, night-time care, and anything in-between!
Kendall can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Mare N.
South Salem, NY
$35-50/hr • 20 yrs exp
I've been caring for children for over 20 years, and it's my passion to help them learn and grow. My experience includes babysitting and working as a nanny. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love playing games with children that are both educational and fun. I believe in open and regular communication with parents, and I'm...
Mare can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm a very outdoorsy person who loves to get kids outside and enjoy nature, and when weather doesn't allow for outdoor activities I like to resort to age appropriate games and activities. I can meal prep, I have my own car, and do some light cleaning. I have been sitting for families on and off for the last 10 years and just...
Lauren can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
CNA
Luz P.
South Salem, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
great caregiver, friendly, reliable, all the kids like me. stable for many yeaars, responsible person. willing to travel
Luz can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an 21-year-old college graduate from a university. I've been babysitting for 8 years from ages newborns to 13 years. I'm a very responsible and trustworthy person. I love to play, do puzzles and other activities with kids. Also, I'm available week days and weekends for prior and short notices. I'm pet friendly as well.
Erika can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Erika is amazing! I am so thankful to have had the opportunity to meet Erika and would highly recommend this young lady to any family in need of a sweet, smart and dependable babysitter! Erika babysat for us early mornings, before school, and did drop off. I never...
Eileen F.
Christina W.
Goldens Bridge, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
I have been doing childcare for over 15 years. I enjoy working with children. The last family that I worked for I was with for 5 years. I watched their twins from the age of 3 months to 5 years old. It was great watching them grow from feedings every 3 hours to walking them to preschool. I am very reliable, on time, caring and a...
Christina can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
4.0
"Christina is a very nice woman with her priorities in order. She is professional and sweet. We did meet and interview and I enjoyed chatting with her. Unfortunately she wasn't what I was looking for and my daughter's schedule was too busy for her. It was too much...
Amanda P.
5.0
(3)
My name is Owen, I'm 22 years old and I recently returned from my 4th year studying abroad at Trinity College, in Dublin, Ireland. I graduated college with a Second Class Honors in Economics. I grew up in Weston and attended Weston High School which has made me very familiar with the area. Throughout high school I was a member...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Owen is smart, kind, and communicative and we love having his engaging help with our boys ages 9 & 13."
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Victoria G.
Somers, NY
$10-16/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am 27 years old and have many experiences taking care of children of all ages. I love to spend time with them and make sure they are staying occupied and having fun! I also have experience with virtual learning. I am a graduate from Manhattanville College with a Bachelors degree in Psychology and Fordham University's...
Victoria can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Victoria is absolutely AMAZING with kids ! She is always on time , very reliable, and my kids love her! And not to mention she took on all of my five kids , and she made it seem like it was nothing. It was my first time hiring a babysitter ,I was so nervous . But...
Teresa C.
5.0
(2)
I'm a 43-year-old stay at home mom, and have two beautiful boys, one son is 16 and my younger is 12 and autistic. I've been raising children for 20 years and I love them all as if they were my own. Raising my son with special needs has been very enlightening and I take pride in his success. I feel comfortable caring for children...
Gina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"I’m a single mom and was looking for a reliable and experienced caregiver to take care of my 5mo. daughter five days a week. Gina fed her, rocked her to sleep, read stories and took her for strolls at a nearby park. She kept my baby so happy. Beyond that, she...
Care member
Lori N.
Ridgefield, CT
$25/hr • 11 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have 10 years experience as a nanny/babysitter. I have two adult children. I was a nanny for a family of four starting when their first child was 3 months old. We are still in contact and I babysit them often. I also cared for a toddler who I started with at age 3 months to 3 years old. I have also worked as a...
Lori can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Lori took care of our daughter full time from the age 3mo to about 3ye when we moved away. We all loved Lori :) She was a wonderful friend to our daughter, and a reliable, friendly and trusted caregiver for us. She followed our schedules for sleeping and feeding...
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4.6
(9)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
As babysitter, I embody traits of calmness, responsibility, and attentiveness, ensuring the well-being of the children under my care. I have pursued formal training in first aid and CPR.
My ultimate goal as a nanny is to create a warm, nurturing, and safe environment where children can thrive. I believe in fostering a sense of...
Brenda can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our kids adore Brenda! She’s fun, responsible, and always on time. It’s clear she genuinely enjoys spending time with them, and that makes all the difference"
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I was a nanny for 7 years with the same family full time and a babysitter for many families over that time. Many of these families encouraged me to go back to school to become a teacher after which I worked full time at the same school for 20 years as an assistant teacher in Kindergarten and
Pre-K also as director of the...
Gail can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Gail is incredible! She's a regular babysitter for our ~2 and 4 year old kids, and we are so thrilled to have found her. She's an absolute pleasure to be around and the kids adore her. They've never asked for a babysitter in their lives except for Gail! From the...
Kristin S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of experience as a babysitter of newborns, toddlers and early school childhood. I also have my own experience, since I have my own child. I'm skilled in changing diapers and feeding through bottles. I have a playful attitude and I have a good sense of humor. I also do housework like laundry, vacuuming,...
Sintia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Sintia has been our full time nanny for our son for over a year now. She is absolutely amazing! She was very dependable and so good with our son Sterling. She helped usher him through many milestones, including teaching him colors, letters, numbers, and now potty...
Conchita T.
Isra S.
Stamford, CT
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi
My name is Isra, I am a 30-year-old Registered nurse. I've been working with kids for over 10 years ranging from infants to 16-year-olds. I have my own transportation. I can also help with laundry, light housework and cooking. I am reliable, energetic and efficient. I would love the opportunity to work with you and your...
Isra can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Isra was the best nanny we ever had!! My daughter still talks about her time with her. Isra was with our family for over a year and if we had not moved out of state she would still be with us!
Kathy B"
Kathy B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi am a person who loves children , I love to share and be very patient whit them, personally I have years of experience working with the little ones in the house and I would love to help you
Yadira can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Yadira has done amazing work at my house! She did an incredible job organizing and made our house so much more enjoyable to live in!"
Whitney E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I live in Stamford, Connecticut. I am a very nurturing and caring person who easily develops positive rapport with children. Many of the families I have worked for have known myself and my family for 10 or more years. I am currently an ESL teacher for elementary school students in Stamford. I have a Bachelor's degree from Holy...
Kayla can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kayla was very quick to respond to all of our messages. She was very easy to communicate with. She showed up on time, performed all of the tasks we had for her without any issues. Our son enjoyed his time with her. I would hire Kayla again!"
Kara O.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in South Salem, NY
Shawna S.
5.0
Shawna was an excellent nanny/house-manager to our family for 1.5 years. She's very easy to get along with and a jack-of-all trades. Shawna is pragmatic and solves problems independently. She always brought positivity and energy to our kids' day. She also cared for our pets and provided...
- Katie T.
Erika M.
5.0
Erika is amazing! I am so thankful to have had the opportunity to meet Erika and would highly recommend this young lady to any family in need of a sweet, smart and dependable babysitter! Erika babysat for us early mornings, before school, and did drop off. I never once worried about whether or not...
- Eileen F.
Christina W.
4.0
Christina is a very nice woman with her priorities in order. She is professional and sweet. We did meet and interview and I enjoyed chatting with her. Unfortunately she wasn't what I was looking for and my daughter's schedule was too busy for her. It was too much traveling for her. I would recommend...
- Amanda P.
Owen S.
5.0
Owen was very creative with my son (5,5 years old). They played, did some sport stuff. Owen was careful and responsible.
My son liked it!
- Care member
Victoria G.
5.0
Victoria is absolutely AMAZING with kids ! She is always on time , very reliable, and my kids love her! And not to mention she took on all of my five kids , and she made it seem like it was nothing. It was my first time hiring a babysitter ,I was so nervous . But as soon as Victoria walked through...
- Teresa C.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in South Salem, NY:
How can I find a South Salem babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in South 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 8 babysitters in South Salem, 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 South Salem, NY?
The average rate for South Salem, NY babysitters on Care.com is $22.62 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 South Salem, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in South Salem, 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.