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60 babysitters are listed in South Salem, NY
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of February 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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, 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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
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
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, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
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, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
(1)
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
Isabelle A.
Danbury, CT
$25-27/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
- Provided nurturing care to children aged 4 months to 8 years across three different families from Care. com
-Advocate for interactive play and educational activities, minimizing screen time for a balanced and engaging experience that stimulate growth, creativity, and fun.
- Skilled in managing infants' daily routines,...
Isabelle can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"I have two kids with special needs, and she took care of them for more than a year. My kids like her a lot, and I trust her. I strongly recommend her if you need someone to babysit your kids. Her services are above and beyond!!!"
Care member
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, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
5.0
"Very patient, understanding and caring. "
Care member
Lori N.
Ridgefield, CT
$25/hr • 11 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
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: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"We met Lori when our son was 2 months old and she started working for us when he was 4 months. From the moment we saw Lori, we knew she was the "one"! And we couldn't have been more right about that feeling. Lori was with us for over 6 years and became a part of...
Susan A.
5.0
(1)
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Brenda did a great job. On time, reliable, thorough!"
Carralee S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a professional, mature, fun mom of 3 Kids. I have a Masters degree in counseling & have been a therapist for special needs & regular ed kids, I currently am a part time house manager as well as help with a special needs 5-year-old. I have been a substitute teacher, worked as a case manager with medical patients volunteered...
Carol can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Carol has been such a huge help with our daughter.
She has patience beyond belief, is sweet and very reliable.
I never had to worry if Carol would show up as scheduled.
My daughter thinks she is great, and that's what is so important.
I would highly recommend...
Marylou R.
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Gail was our full time nanny for over 5 years. She was so amazing with them and we trust her 100%. Gail is an incredibly kind women, puts others first and is so loving and nurturing to children. People in town thought she was family to my children as they could see...
Care member
5.0
(1)
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"My kids love her unfortunately we did not need her anymore."
German M.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning
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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 9 years of experience working with children from ages of Birth to 15 years old. I graduated from SUNY Geneseo with my bachelor's in Early Childhood/Childhood Education with a concentration in Mathematics in 2021. I also received my masters degree in Educational Leadership and Policy from UAlbany in 2023. I taught third...
Sophia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Sophia was so great with our kids and they loved her! I recommend her as a babysitter."
Nicole A.
Jessica M.
Danbury, CT
$20-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Looking for an opportunity to work with children ages 2-8; provide them with love and care. I do House work washing, ironing, cooking dinners and breakfasts. Managed and worked on the housekeeping and cooking.
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"Jessica "Jessy" is great with my 3 toddlers. They adore her. She also cooks and cleans for us and does a great job. Highly recommend her"
Care member
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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.
Isabelle A.
5.0
I have two kids with special needs, and she took care of them for more than a year. My kids like her a lot, and I trust her. I strongly recommend her if you need someone to babysit your kids. Her services are above and beyond!!!
- Care member
Gina M.
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 helped me further by running errands...
- Care member
Lori N.
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 when our daughter was a baby, and...
- Care member
Brenda S.
5.0
Brenda did a great job. On time, reliable, thorough!
- Carralee S.
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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 $22.38 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 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.