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Nancy P.


Spencer, NY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

My entire life has focused around babies through elderly. I grew up in a home daycare, began babysitting at an early age, have many ages of kids in the family, have coached kids 3rd - 8th grade, supervised high school exchange students, and engage socially with elderly. I enjoy helping people and caring for them. I also have a...
Nancy can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Abbie S.


Newfield, NY

$15-50/hr6 yrs exp

Caregiver

I've worked with all types of cleaning material and willing to bring supplies. I am very good at cleaning bathrooms, folding laundry, sweeping and mopping, and making sure everything is dust free and shiny.
Abbie can also help with: Changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, attic cleaning & more
5.0
"Abbie is an amazing woman and I'm so glad I found her! More than a housekeeper, she's a jack of all trades who can fix anything. Very resourceful, full of energy, and very reliable. She's also very creative and goes the extra mile. I bought some furniture and a...

Martha L.

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Emily S.


Newfield, NY

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Part-Time Housekeeping

I have spent the last 8 years as a private nanny and babysitter part time and the last 4 years as a full time cleaner. I have two children of my own.
Emily can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, dusting, kitchen cleaning & more
5.0
"Emily is an amazing worker who keeps my place very clean. She is also a great painter. Incredibly resourceful, guy Emily is a lifesaver who makes herself available when i need her."

Martha L.

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Abbie S.


Newfield, NY

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

years of experience: 10 About me: I was born in raised in and around the Ithaca, NY area. I enjoy many out door activities like hiking, swimming, exploring, and finding new places around Ithaca that I have not been or seen before. In the winter months I enjoy reading, coffee, and trying out my creative side with art, music,...
Abbie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Hard worker always on time. Well like very nice"

Mary H.

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Abbie S.


Newfield, NY

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Part-Time Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was a private Home Health Aide at Long View for about 1 year. I used to care for a diabetic and I'd have to give her multiple shots of insulin a day. I know how to help multiple people at once as well. Cleaning and caring for people, animals, and cleaning has always been a way to give back to the community. Please feel free to...
Abbie can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care
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Gabrielle I.


Erin, NY

$15-30/hr1 yrs exp

High School Senior with a car, able to help with transportation to/from activities + homework after school and on weekends, can help with light housework/chores, ready to make some fun memories!
Gabrielle can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

I have 4 years babysitting of experience and 1 year of daycare work experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping. Very fun, outgoing, and always up for an adventure!
Jaclynn can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kiley K.


Candor, NY

$20-50/hr7 yrs exp

You want to ensure that your children are being taken care of by someone you can trust to promote their safety, elevate their development, and support and care for their unique selves-I am that person. My experience began as the eldest sister of many foster siblings. Since 13 years old, I have assisted in all stages of child...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Kaylee D.


Newfield, NY

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've had over 4 years of babysitting and tutoring experience. I was a part time Nanny doing afterschool care in NYC while in undergrad. This last year I worked full time as a professional Nanny while living in Portland Oregon. I am also an experienced tutor and specialize in helping students with adhd.
Kaylee can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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Molly F.


Candor, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Childcare, Nanny or Babysitter Available When You Need Me!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Molly! I'd love to chat and get to know your family and what you're looking for in a care giver. I am 35 years old and have over 20 years of experience in child care. From nannying, to baby sitting, school aide to day camps- I've done it all! Most recently, I have been nannying for a family in Ithaca for over three...
Molly can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
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Abbie S.


Newfield, NY

$12-17/hr6 yrs exp

About Me:

Patience. Those who provide home care to others need to be patient. Compassion. When someone has compassion for another they have an understanding of what the person is going through. Attentiveness. Dependability. Trustworthiness.
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Kaylee D.


Newfield, NY

$12-30/hr3 yrs exp

Pet Sitter Loves Animals

Hi Im an experienced babysitter and petsitter. I have two rescue dogs both who came to me from abused homes and I have worked hard to help improve their health and anxiety. I grew up in a very pet friendly home with dogs, cats, geckos, and bunnies.
Kaylee can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, boarding
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Abbie S.


Newfield, NY

$10-15/hr

Part-Time Pet Sitter

I've always been an animal lover. Anytime I see a pet on the street or visit family/friends I'd much rather hang with the dog, cat, etc. I have a St. Bernard of my own so larger animals aren't a problem. I've always had a deaf Boxer and trained her myself to do simple commands and signs.
Abbie can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
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Alyssa M.


Ithaca, NY

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Very Fun And Outgoing Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

**I am in Ithaca, NY!! Not East Lansing anymore** I have been babysitting for about 5 years. I have experience with multiple children and pets. I have babysat up to 4 kids at once. I am very responsible, punctual, have a big personality, love to make kids laugh and smile and care about their well-being as much as their parents...
Alyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I met a late teen early twenties Alyssa when she decided she wanted to renew her passion for Soccer as a coach. Alyssa at first was shy with the kids, and staff as one would expect of a young adult. But over the course of 3 years, and through Covid, Alyssa found...

Jerid M.

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Juliane S.


Ithaca, NY

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Pet Sitter With A Love For Birds, Cats, And Dogs!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I go above and beyond my clients' expectations of care for their animals. Both one-time and long-term pet sitting services are available for birds, cats, and/or dogs. I bring professionalism and trustworthiness to every encounter with clients. While in college, a professor once remarked, "Juliane, if I can't trust you, who can I...
Juliane can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Juliane is an amazing pet sitter. I hired her for the whole month in Nov 2022. While I was away, she took care of all my 4 parrots like one of her own. She spent time with them, trained them, talked to them just like me. She also sent me pictures of my pets being...

Manasi G.

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Samantha N.


Ithaca, NY

$18-25/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced And Love To Have Fun!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Samantha. I have been sitting for more than 6 years and love to be active with children. Born and raised in Colorado, I love being out doors and going on adventures. I am Graduate Student at Ithaca College studying to become an Occupational Therapist for kids with special needs. I have worked with kids and babies...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We love Samantha! She was great helping care for our 7 month old daughter. She is reliable, punctual, trustworthy, enthusiastic and a quick learner. "

Michelle K.

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Kelsey W.


Ithaca, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Crafty Nature Lover

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kelsey but I go by Kelby. I am non-binary and use they/them pronouns. I love everything to do with art, the great outdoors, animals, and amusement parks. My love for books and movies also knows no bounds. I even have a dog named Bilbo and a cat named Cinderella~! I have around 12 years total of babysitting,...
Kelsey can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Our 3 year old had a great time with Kelby today! They were very attentive and fun! "

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Rhonda H.


Waverly, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Have 30 years experience with this line of work. I have worked in facilities and private care, as well as agencies. I am dependable, compassionate and have references if needed. I am willing to work during the week, daytime hours as well as every other weekend.
Rhonda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, hospice services, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Rhonda has been an absolute joy to have on our team! Caring, thoughtful, diligent, punctual, personable .. just a few adjectives that come to mind when I think of Rhonda. You would be lucky to have her on your team."

Allie C.

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Stacie P.


Ithaca, NY

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Loving Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

I left the corporate world in 2010 to begin working as a nanny. First I worked for a friend, then did it for a living. I love kids and have found that being an influence in a child's life is far more fulfilling than my work as an executive assistant. I've worked with kids with special needs (both physical and emotional), and...
Stacie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Stacie watched our little one from when he was only 2 months old until he was almost 12 months old. Stacie is absolutely amazing. She communicates constantly, genuinely loves little children. She gets him babbling, and eating, and sleeping, and playing. She goes...

Jacob S.

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Wilhelmina S.


Ithaca, NY

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Friendly & Energetic Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am available for part time childcare, preferably during mornings but I can be flexible if need be. While I am comfortable with children of all ages, being a doula as well, I am most comfortable and experienced with babies and young toddlers.
Wilhelmina can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Wilhelmina babysat my 6 month old son and 4 year old daughter regularly over the course of 4 years. She was extremely reliable and kind. She has a passion for working with children which was clearly manifested in her creative and thoughtful approach to activities...

Jordan D.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Spencer, NY

Abbie S.

5.0

Abbie is an amazing woman and I'm so glad I found her! More than a housekeeper, she's a jack of all trades who can fix anything. Very resourceful, full of energy, and very reliable. She's also very creative and goes the extra mile. I bought some furniture and a grill that she picked up for me. She...

- Martha L.

Emily S.

5.0

Emily is an amazing worker who keeps my place very clean. She is also a great painter. Incredibly resourceful, guy Emily is a lifesaver who makes herself available when i need her.

- Martha L.

Abbie S.

5.0

Abbie was great. My daughter loved her, and had a fun time playing.

- Maureen C.

Alyssa M.

5.0

I met a late teen early twenties Alyssa when she decided she wanted to renew her passion for Soccer as a coach. Alyssa at first was shy with the kids, and staff as one would expect of a young adult. But over the course of 3 years, and through Covid, Alyssa found her voice and confidence on both...

- Jerid M.

Juliane S.

5.0

I highly recommend Juliane for petsitting! She did a great job taking care of my 2 cats while I was on vacation. I was nervous because both my cats are really shy around strangers, but I can tell she really is a cat person because they both came out to meet her right away and she texted me a...

- Monica V.

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