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5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting since I was 13. I've babysat infants to 9-year-olds. I love children and almost always clear up my schedule to fit your needs.
Eileen can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Eileen was fantastic with our infant, who can sometimes be a bit fussy with new people. I found her courteous and professional, but also very engaging, and especially sweet with the little one. She has extensive experience in care-giving and it really shows. A...
Bozena W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I truly would appreciate if you choose me to watch your kid or kids. I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having someone trustworthy watching their little ones.
Eve can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Eve was such an amazing nanny that I felt the need to write a review. She was the fifth person I've ever felt comfortable enough to watch my child and she blew me away. She hadn't previously worked with a family that had a child my daughter's age, but it was...
Cole M.
Gabrielle K.
West Stockbridge, MA
$28/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have had lots of expierence working with children of all different ages and needs. I babysat for a family that has 3 children (2, 3, and 6) for 4 years. I also have experience through being an assistant soccer coach for u-8 and u-10-year-olds for the past year. I love kids and being able to help them and see them grow in any...
Gabrielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Gabrielle is dependable, kind, trustworthy and personable. My entire family adore her, and recommend her for any services."
Allyson P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 38 years old. I have several years of experience in babysitting. I'm trustworthy, responsible, and reliable. I love children. I cook, clean, help with homework and love doing fun and educational activities with the children an have a Vehicle I have worked with infants since I was 18 years old. I am a certified teacher...
Jennifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Jennifer saved the day for us when our other babysitter canceled last minute. Jen came the same day with only hours notice."
Sandra I.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for children from the ages of infancy to school age in daycares and in a families home. I have accepted babysitting jobs which include short term gigs or date nights. I have experience with nanny/household management as well. I enjoy watching children and taking care of them. It has always been so rewarding to be...
Brittany can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Brittany is an extremely reliable, interacts well with the kids, excellent driver."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Madeline, and I am excited about the opportunity to provide childcare services, whether on a long-term or short-term basis. My experience includes teaching as an ESL tutor, head gymnastics coach for children, and art teacher at a maximum-security facility for girls, along with years of babysitting.
I am...
Madeline can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Madeline is very empathic to people of all ages. She is playful with children of all ages and has a gentle way with little ones. Madeline is flexible when plans need to change. She has taught gymnastics to young children and had years of in-home care experience for...
kathy R.
Samantha T.
Albany, NY
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sam and I am a Siena College graduate with a BA in Psychology. I have 7 years of experience working with children ages 4 and up, as well as experience with children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I have worked with individuals ages 4-35. I currently work for St. Catherine's Center...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sam was so amazing with your 4yo and 7yo...she was beyond invested in their play and learning! I trusted her completely with my kids. She was also great with driving them around!!!"
Rhiannon P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am Orange County native who has a diverse background in babysitting and tutoring. I provide child care services from the occasional weekend babysitting to nannying for families. I am available after school on weekdays and most weekends. I am comfortable with pets and provide a young and enthusiastic energy in every household.
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Gabi is bright, responsible and relates well with children. I have 4 children with 4 different personalities and she managed them wonderfully. My children raved about her and cannot wait to have her back."
Andrea R.
Olivia L.
Glenmont, NY
$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a school social worker with 10 years of childcare experience looking for summer employment! I have been praised by previous employers for my kind nature, helpfulness, wide range of skills, and patience. I love being outdoors, playing games/video games, arts & crafts, movies, and, most importantly, children! Please...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Olivia was absolutely wonderful with my autistic child. She provided care a number of times in the summer and on occasional evenings. She was warm, consistent and very responsive with scheduling. she also took care of the cats when we were on vacation. We loved...
Saima A.
Hayleigh R.
Troy, NY
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am an outgoing, friendly, and very caring caretaker. I love spending my free time with my friends and family! I started babysitting for my younger twin brothers, as they got older I started babysitting for other families as well, and in January of 2021 I got the opportunity to become nanny/ house manager for an amazing family...
Hayleigh can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"HAYLEIGH assisted with early mornings for my son. She would take him to school and also occasionally pick him up from school as needed. She is super friendly and very kind. I instantly felt at ease with her and trusted her to drive my son to school. She was...
Sarah B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a reliable, organized, and energetic person who will ensure your child receives appropriate care and who can also do additional tasks if needed. I've baby sat on and off for years but I am currently a middle school teacher who is looking for a summer job doing what I love most. With my experience and personality, I...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Elizabeth was great with my intense, energetic, Minecraft-obsessed elementary schooler who can require a lot of patience and flexibility from adults. She took on a full day her first time meeting us when I needed last minute childcare in order to work from home,...
Care member
Sara M.
Troy, NY
$16-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
4.5
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sara. I have 8 years experience working with children between the ages of newborn to 12 years old. I currently teach pre-K for head start and worked in day care as a teacher for 6. 5 years and a manager for 1 year. I have an associates degree in Early Childhood Education and a bachelors in psychology. I'm CPR...
Sara can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am recently graduated senior looking to work this summer. I am highly punctual and responsible as an adult, and very flexible. I have one year experience as of last summer, and would love to continue.
5.0
"Oliver was punctual, friendly, and awesome with my elementary schooler. They had fun working on my kiddo’s Minecraft and Lego ideas!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is sydney and I'm a Nursing major. I am super flexible and outgoing and friendly! I love the outdoors as well. I can help out with housekeeping and pet sitting as well!
Sydney can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Sydney was punctual, and ready to help in any way she could. She cleaned up all the toys and was patient and kind! I highly recommend hiring her!"
Mo J.
5.0
(1)
I have many years of experience with the elderly as well as children dating back to when I was 16 years old. I am passionate about it because it's where I excel the most. I am fully vaccinated with the booster for Covid. Last year I retired from NYS Office of the State Comptroller after 36 years of service. I enjoy working with...
Eva can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Eva is wonderful! She has been helping me out since I needed extra help around the house. She is extremely reliable, punctual, and trustworthy. In my household she has done cooking, baking, cleaning, and running errands. She has excelled at all of these! "
Anne S.
Cierra B.
Troy, NY
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have a passion for caring for children! I have completed my college education and am equipped with skills in child development, I'm a creative person who enjoys coming up with unique ideas and activities. I love to teach, do arts/crafts, explore outside, and most of all create amazing bonds while watching growth unfold before...
Cierra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cierra watched our two kids (3 month old and 2 year old) a couple times before going back to school. She was fantastic and you could tell she really cared about the kids. I would definitely recommend her!"
Meghan M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm currently looking mostly for night shifts, some weekends, and Wed or Fri day shifts
I'm the oldest of 7 children, the youngest now being 6 - and I have helped raise each one of them so I have experience of all ages! I've also been babysitting children between newborn-10 years recently and have references if you'd...
Sabrina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
5.0
"Sabrina took care of my 4 children while I was in the hospital giving birth to our 5th baby. Our children were well taken care of while I was away and I was extremely pleased with her work. The home was clean when we returned home and the kids happy. Sabrina is a...
Diane D.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am a Special Education Teacher, with a Master's Degree in Education and about 8 years of experience with kids of all ages and abilities. While I loved working with students, most of my passion for caring for and learning with children has come from my time as mom and in-home childcare provider for the past 4 years. My...
Danielle can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"While the timing didn't work out for our family, we were very impressed with Danielle and her approach to childcare. I think any family would be lucky to hire her. "
Skye A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Anisha. I have a lot of experience nannying and babysitting. I am certified in the NY department of education as an assistant teacher and I also have my associates in child development.
I have taken over 40 online courses on child care related topics. ( transportation, food safety, SIDs, obesity prevention, first aid...
Anisha can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Anisha to mind our two children, ages 2 and 3 years-old. They liked Anisha immediately and she actively played and sang with them the whole time. She sent me pictures regularly throughout in which I could see how engaged the children were. She brought her...
Kenneth S.
Misty L.
Pittsfield, MA
$25-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
as a mother of a child with adhd, odd and ddmd, and autism I have a lot of experience with special needs kids. I also have been a big part in caring for my nephew with asd, spd and developmental delays! I have worked for doctors, dentists, Police officers and people off all walks of life. I treat the kids as I would my own with...
Misty can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Misty was amazing with our little girl! She was so easy-going, energetic and our girl loved her. Thank you, Misty!"
Janice R.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Stephentown, NY
Eileen Z.
5.0
Eileen was fantastic with our infant, who can sometimes be a bit fussy with new people. I found her courteous and professional, but also very engaging, and especially sweet with the little one. She has extensive experience in care-giving and it really shows. A lovely person-we can't wait to book her...
- Bozena W.
Eve H.
5.0
Eve was such an amazing nanny that I felt the need to write a review. She was the fifth person I've ever felt comfortable enough to watch my child and she blew me away. She hadn't previously worked with a family that had a child my daughter's age, but it was clearly not an issue at all, and she...
- Cole M.
Gabrielle K.
5.0
Gabrielle is dependable, kind, trustworthy and personable. My entire family adore her, and recommend her for any services.
- Allyson P.
Jennifer E.
5.0
Jennifer saved the day for us when our other babysitter canceled last minute. Jen came the same day with only hours notice.
- Sandra I.
Brittany P.
5.0
She was great. We needed help at the last minute and my kids loved her. On time, fun, and got homework done with my kids after school.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Stephentown, NY:
How can I find a Stephentown babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Stephentown, 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 1 babysitters in Stephentown, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Stephentown, NY?
The average rate for Stephentown, NY babysitters on Care.com is $18.00 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 Stephentown, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Stephentown, 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.