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60 babysitters are listed in Stony Brook, NY
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Stony Brook, NY
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as caring, patient, and Kind.
I like working with kids because I grew with 2 younger brothers and have been babysitting since the age of 15 and I've always found that I learn so much from working with kids and watching them grow.
I'm looking for a job that is good at communicating what they...
Viviana can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Viviana was the BEST! Our schedules had a conflict but our boys 3yrs and 1yr loved her. She really helped take a burden off our family even stepping in to help with dishes in the sink and folding laundry for time to time when the kids were settled to keep our...
Anthony M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a loving and caring person who would love to find a family to care for. I cared for three children for five years who when they were 5, 9 and 11 enrolled in school full-time no longer needed me. I started caring for a 5-year-old each day but they went on to high school. I have
been caring for an almost 3-year-old, since he...
Leslie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"Leslie has cared for my daughter for a year and a half. She is extremely dependable and helpful. My daughter adores her!"
Jennifer B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Anweshi. I have pretty much raised my younger cousin, then was a babysitter for our family friend's children. I have 2 years of baby-sitting experience as I have tutored kids with special needs and babysat young kids and teenagers. I have worked with mostly kids aged 4+ to teenagers of age 15-16. I work well...
Anweshi can also help with: Carpooling, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Anweshi is a very reliable and fantastic tutor. I highly recommend her!"
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Kiana R.
Middle Island, NY
$23-51/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Kiana. I love working with children and helping them develop in anyway possible. Childcare to me is more than just a job, it's something I really enjoy doing so I find it more of an everyday thing. I tend to build bonds with babies/children that can not be broken and for that I am grateful. - I am currently...
Kiana can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kiana, has been very reliable from day one. She's always on time and does great work. She'll pick up her phone nearly immediately or she'll call and message back in a timely fashion. I've never had her reschedule or cancel on me, and if there is any time that she...
Aalyia S.
Hailey H.
Port Jefferson, NY
$20-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as hard working, caring, and intelligent.
I started working with kids when I was about 13 years old, volunteering at a local church camp. I have been working with children ever since - babysitting, tutoring, and coaching soccer. I have worked as a summer camp counselor for the past six years!
In...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hi I was reading your bio with babysitting and I am very interested on hiring a baby sitter for my 1 year old daughter it won’t let me message you because I don’t have premium on here "
Enacie G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with children since the age of 18. I am experienced in cooking, changing diapers, preparing meals, feeding young children, games and crafts, doing laundry and nap time. I can look after multiple children at the same time. I have also taken child development classes during high school and college. I come from a very...
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is a wonderful babysitter. She was great with my 3 children. Caring, reliable and responsible. Also was very flexible with my changing work schedule. I would highly recommend her."
Christine H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a mom who raised two adopted children. Both have graduated college. Having been a stay at home mom, leaving my full time job as a banker, I focused my daily life on nurturing my children to become respectful, friendly and intelligent individuals. Returning back to work part-time for over 10 years, I realized how much I...
Galina can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We hired Galina as a part-time babysitter for our 4yr old boy and 8mo twins. She is warm, loving, understanding, and has patience - which you need wells of with twins! Our little girl can be fussy, but Galina handled her like a pro! We love that she is a mother as...
Erin A.
Jaime S.
Smithtown, NY
$17-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Part-Time Caregiver Until Summer Then I Can Go Full-Time Lifeguard Also
5.0
(1)
My qualifications:
-I've been a part-time babysitter since 2009 from ages 3-12.
-I did full time babysitting last summer, ages 4-12.
-I have experienced in babysitting special needs children.
-I have been a certified lifeguard since 2010, also I am certified in CPR for all ages, certified in AED and First Aid. I student teach...
Jaime can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jaime applied to our summer child care job and came to meet the family in person. She was absolutely lovely! She called the day of the interview to confirm, showed up on time and bonded with our kids very quickly (despite the fact that my 10 year old son was angry...
Shawna A.
Louisa E.
Commack, NY
$18-23/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.3
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Caring, energetic, and loving individual who is passionate about kids' health and wellness. 9 years of full time experience caring for children aged newborn through toddler and has stayed with three families until the children were off to school. Believes in keeping the kids busy by teaching them creative crafts, playing games...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Louisa worked with our family for several years and helped raise my children until they began kindergarten. I am so thankful that we found Louisa, who raised my children as her own. She gave my children love, attention and taught them important values. Louisa...
Helena N.
5.0
(1)
I am 24 years old and currently working as a Optical Eye Tech. I took care of my great grandma who suffered from Alzheimer's. As well as Dementia, Seizure disorders, ALS patients and more. I am CPR and First Aid Certified and trained for adults & children! I have been a home health caregiver for about 7 years now! I would love...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cheyenne will take care of your baby like they are her own. She is a big sister to a teenager and a newborn and is perfect for every age group. I recommend her without hesitation!"
Jennifer D.
Beth R.
Smithtown, NY
$24-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I possess a dual masters degree in Early Childhood regular and special education for birth-2nd grade. The past 10+ years I have devoted myself to teaching children in a way that meets their needs and encourages learning through play, fun and creativity. Also, for 10years, during summers, I worked at a camp as an athletic...
Beth can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Beth has been a godsend for my family.... if I had the need, I would hire her over and over again. As my kids were still virtual, I needed her help overseeing their learning and watching them while I was working. Being a certified teacher (in special ed as well),...
Diana P.
Emily R.
Port Jefferson Station, NY
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello there! Are you looking for a nanny/sitter for date nights or weekends? My name is Emily and I am a graduate of the University of CT. I earned a bachelors degree in Human Development and Family Sciences while also participating in various youth development programs within the local community. I spent 3 summers as a senior...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Emily became a favorite from day 1. Her calm and professional manner made us at ease leaving our newborn and 3 year old in her care. This was 4+ years ago! The two of them have come to love her so much that they ask all the time for her even when she’s not...
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Nasrin Z.
East Setauket, NY
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
3 years of experience providing childcare with infants and toddlers (6 months - 4 years) Currently working at Three Village Central School District at the after school program working with Prek-6th grade students. Also work at the Setauket Presbyterian Preschool working with children (3-5 years old). I also have extensive nanny...
Nasrin can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
5.0
"We had a wonderful experience with Nasrin (who goes by Mimi). She was very responsive when we were working out the details of a 5-day stint of full-time care. She arrived each day full of energy and ideas, and even with a bag of craft supplies. And she took our...
Eliza S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Kaylee, and I am 21 years old. I have been babysitting since I have been 13 years old. I have experience of caring for children of all ages! I have siblings ages of 18, 17, 12, and 8 years old. I am a very loving, caring, and responsible person! I love playing games and doing crafts. I could also help around the house...
Kaylee can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Kaylee was great with our 2 daughters. She was easy to communicate with, she showed up on time, and most importantly our daughters had a great time."
Nicole W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Madison and I am a 24-year-old graduate from Columbia, Teachers College (certified teacher). I am looking for a babysitting/ nanny position for the 2020-21 school year in the event that I don't find a full time teaching job. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old, and have experience caring for up to...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Madison was a phenomenal babysitter... my 10 and 5 year old girls loved her. She is sweet, caring, responsible and I would recommend her to anyone."
Amrita A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a junior in college who has 5 years of experience. I can help with travel, errands, homework, you name it! I have my own car and am willing to provide any transportation needed. I also have a part-time job where I work around people constantly and have volunteered regularly at the hospitals through school programs. I love...
Hanna can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have 3 boys and have utilized Hanna for years, she has cared for my now 3 year old since he was a newborn and the others as young boys. She is "beyond her years" as far as dependability, punctuality, responsibility and the care she provides....and not to mention...
Rebekah L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a Newborn Care Specialist, sleep consultant and Newborn Parent support. I am available for overnight hours or 24 hour shifts.. Also have some daytime hours available for parent training and support. I have 30 years childcare experience. I started out as a live in nanny when I was 18 years old. For the past 7 years I have...
Tamara can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Tamara is beyond amazing! She took care of our newborn baby starting from the first night we came back from the hospital. Tamara helped us survive the first month - my husband and I managed to get much needed rest at night knowing our baby is under excellent...
Shuran Y.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Eleanore and I love working with children. I graduated from Loyola University Maryland in 2018 with a Bachelors Degree in elementary education. During my summers I was also a camp counselor to fifth and sixth grade girls. After graduating, I taught sixth grade for three years in Maryland. I moved back to...
Eleanore can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"Eleanore is wonderful and I highly recommend her! She was flexible and always on time. She responded to all of my communications in a timely manner. I plan to hire her again in the near future."
Kelli D.
5.0
(1)
Hi everyone! My name is Gina, I attended the University of Massachusetts Lowell. I am a Health Science Major and Health Psychology Minor. I completed my Masters in Health Informatics and Management.
I have been babysitting for as long as I can remember, its truly something I have always loved doing. I worked for a camp for 3...
Gina can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Gina helped our family with part time babysitting during the summer. She is tremendously reliable and responsible. Our children (K. 8; A. 5) always enjoyed the time spent with her. She always made it a point to play with them or bring them on play dates to keep...
Cristin S.
4.7
(3)
Taking care of children is my passion. Allowing them to grow, explore, and learn is a rewarding experience that keeps me excited. I am dependable, responsible, and honored to take care of the children I meet and have a positive impact on their lives. I have up-to-date CPR and First Aid and BLS certifications. I'm also certified...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CNA
5.0
"samantha work for my father three years ago and i couldn’t ask for a better person for my father she was so kind and passionate to him that he never want anyone else to take care of him thanks honey keep up the good work 🙏🏽"
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Stony Brook, NY
Viviana A.
5.0
Viviana was the BEST! Our schedules had a conflict but our boys 3yrs and 1yr loved her. She really helped take a burden off our family even stepping in to help with dishes in the sink and folding laundry for time to time when the kids were settled to keep our household in order. Would recommend...
- Anthony M.
Leslie V.
5.0
Leslie has cared for my daughter for a year and a half. She is extremely dependable and helpful. My daughter adores her!
- Jennifer B.
Anweshi D.
5.0
Anweshi is a very reliable and fantastic tutor. I highly recommend her!
- Care member
Kiana R.
5.0
Kiana has been absolutely wonderful. Our family is so grateful for her help; Nannie’s like her are hard to find. Kiana has good communication, is very intuitive and caring with children.
- Cassaundra R.
Hailey H.
5.0
Hi I was reading your bio with babysitting and I am very interested on hiring a baby sitter for my 1 year old daughter it won’t let me message you because I don’t have premium on here
- Enacie G.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Stony Brook, NY:
How can I find a Stony Brook babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Stony Brook, 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 15 babysitters in Stony Brook, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.5. 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 Stony Brook, NY?
The average rate for Stony Brook, NY babysitters on Care.com is $20.60 per hour as of January 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 Stony Brook, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Stony Brook, 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.
Ratings for Stony Brook, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Babysitters in Stony Brook, NY are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.