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60 babysitters are listed in Troy, NY
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Troy, NY
Katharine D.
Troy, NY
$10-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available To Work For An Awesome Family!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm 24 and have 9 years of experience of child care in many different settings. I have worked with many families with children of all ages (including infants) Most recently I worked with a family and their 5 children for over 6 years. Their reference and contact info is available upon request. I have also worked as a...
Katharine can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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.
Jessica J.
Troy, NY
$15-24/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi families!! My name is Jeddy J., I'm 26 and looking for a full-time or part-time nannying job for the summer. I am willing to serve families anywhere in the metro Detroit area and have tons of experience babysitting children ages 2 and up.
I have worked with children for 8+ years now so I know how to tend to a child's basic...
Jessica can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jessica was an amazing nanny to my 3 year old Talia! She is very attentive and has a calm and nurturing energy about her. Talia still talks about “going to the park with Miss Jeddy.” Any family would be lucky to have her as a nanny, I wish we hadn’t moved away so...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello :)
My name is Caroline and I have just under one year of experience as a teaching assistant for young children at Care for Kids. As a college student who is home for the season, I am available for recurring care or as-needed sitting until early September.
My primary experience is with 3-year-olds. I have also worked...
Caroline can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very kind and great with my 3yo son. Would definitely recommend Caroline as a sitter/nanny. She has a wonderful temperament."
Care member
Sara M.
Troy, NY
$15/hr • 7 yrs exp
4.5
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sara and I have 7. 5 years working with children! I have experience with working from children as young as 6 weeks to 12 years old. I worked at a daycare for 6. 5 years as a preschool/pre-k teacher and did one year of school age. I have been working as a center manager at a local daycare for about a year.
I...
Sara can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Kristina Y.
Troy, NY
$18-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Kristina! I just graduated from Binghamton University with a bachelors in history and theatre with the intention of pursuing a career in childhood education. I have a strong passion for working with kids, and am willing to adapt to whatever your child needs. Whether your child wants to sing and dance, do crafts, play...
Kristina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Kristina arrived a few minutes early and jumped right in. She was pleasant and had great communication leading up to the job. Our 6yo had a great night playing games and building forts. We will definitely be hiring Kristina again!"
Care member
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm looking to help care for children in my free time when I am not working in the school setting! Working with children is my passion, as I am so fascinated by their brain and development. I have years of working in child care and now the field of education. I hope to practice some of what I have learned throughout my career...
Laurin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have approx. 5 years of experience babysitting and nannying! I am CPR and First Aid certified through Red Cross. I am also lifeguard and swim instructor certified through Red Cross, so I am able to teach swimming lessons if wanted. My biggest jobs have included: nannying a 3-year-old boy, a 4-year-old girl, tutoring a...
Mackenzie can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
hello!! I am 22 years old, and I am a very energetic, fun, creative, active, caring person, and have a lot of experience working with children! I graduated from Springfield College May of 2021 with a degree in early childhood education as well as psychology. I have worked as a babysitter & a counselor in summer camps and after...
Gillian B.
Troy, NY
$22-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I've dedicated over a decade to caring for children because I'm passionate about fostering their growth and development. My patient and creative nature allows me to provide a nurturing and fun environment for children to thrive. I firmly believe in supporting families, so I keep parents updated on their child's day and follow...
Taryn M.
Troy, NY
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been a classroom teacher for seven years! I taught kindergarten for six years and now I am teaching fourth grade. I am married with two small dogs but have no problem leaving them to babysit on date nights or overnights! I babysat my way through high school, college, and graduate school. Now that I have been teaching for...
Taryn can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Brittany K.
Troy, NY
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
For several years, I have babysat a number of children of all different ages. I enjoy being around children and making sure they have a great time while I am babysitting them. I have tons of experience with children and have always been a dedicated babysitter. I recently graduated from college in 2023 and I have been working...
Brittany can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! Thank you so much for engaging with my page. My name is Grace, and I am a 21-year-old childcare professional. Due to my previous program changing schools, I am seeking out families to assist at this time! Please see my job preferences below my introduction :) Feel free to reach out if you have any questions!
As an...
Grace can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
Bruna Kayela D.
Troy, NY
$25-27/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there. My name is Bruna, I have a degree in science and a masters degree in plant biology, I started working with kids when I was a teenager, babysitting for my neighbors, after that, I worked in a daycare and then I started college and trainee in schools, teaching science, biology. When I finished college, I started...
Bruna Kayela can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
I worked at a daycare for 3 summers, where I aided in overseeing up to 10 children at a time. I was responsible for preparing meals, daily activities with the children including crafts, playing outside etc., and ensuring children were safe. I have also been hired for miscellaneous babysitting jobs for family friends in which I...
Melanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Savannah M.
Troy, NY
$15-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an 18-year-old girl that just moved to Troy about a month ago. I'm attending Hudson Valley Community college and going for my nursing degree. I started babysitting when I was about 11 and have been on and off since. I'm available Monday- Friday from about 3 til whenever needed. I'm great with any ages and love working with...
Mia G.
Troy, NY
$23/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm 21 years old, I work full time in a dental office and I'm looking for a part time job babysitting.
I have 5 years experience with ages newborn-5 years old and a few years experience with ages 5-10 years old. My job as your babysitter is to make sure your kids are safe and well taken care of all while having fun and making...
Katie D.
Troy, NY
$19/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Katie. I am 25 years old and in Paramedic school with intentions of starting Sonography school after I get my associates. I have been babysitting and nannying for 10 years and have worked with neuro divergent children in a school setting. I have my EMT and am CPR certified. I am passionate about kids and CANT WAIT to...
Cora N.
Troy, NY
$18-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Cora and I am student at RPI. I have 9 years of babysitting experience and 4 years of tutoring experience, specifically in STEM subjects. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Laundry and am open to discussing helping with other chores. When working with kids, I prioritize creating a safe and fun environment,...
Cora can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Starr D.
Troy, NY
$15-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Starr I'm 26 years old. I lived upstate New York for about 15 years. I enjoy working with kids, I was a teacher, worked in 2 different schools. I'm a very out going person and love to have fun. I worked with children with special needs. I am CPR certified I have had a lot of training in my past few years. I...
Starr can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Troy, NY
Anisha O.
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 pet lizard too, which was a hit...
- Kenneth S.
Jessica J.
5.0
Jessica was an amazing nanny to my 3 year old Talia! She is very attentive and has a calm and nurturing energy about her. Talia still talks about “going to the park with Miss Jeddy.” Any family would be lucky to have her as a nanny, I wish we hadn’t moved away so she could still be ours!
- Care member
Caroline P.
5.0
Very kind and great with my 3yo son. Would definitely recommend Caroline as a sitter/nanny. She has a wonderful temperament.
- Care member
Kristina Y.
5.0
Kristina arrived a few minutes early and jumped right in. She was pleasant and had great communication leading up to the job. Our 6yo had a great night playing games and building forts. We will definitely be hiring Kristina again!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Troy, NY:
How can I find a Troy babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Troy, 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 43 babysitters in Troy, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 Troy, NY?
The average rate for Troy, NY babysitters on Care.com is $18.53 per hour as of December 2024. 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 Troy, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Troy, NY through Care.com. As of 2024, 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 Troy, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Troy, NY are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.