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60 babysitters are listed in Troy, NY
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Troy, NY
Rebecca H.
Troy, NY
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Occupational Therapy Graduate Student Looking For Part Time Job!
I am currently a graduate student studying Occupational Therapy. Over the years, I have accumulated over 12 years of childcare experience, babysitting kids of all ages. I have experience working with children with Autism spectrum disorders, as well as other needs. I am CPR certified, and have taught swim lessons for the past 7...
Rebecca can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Renata C.
Troy, NY
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am an architecture student and artist with lots of patience and energy when it comes to caring for kids. I have worked at an Art school for k-8 aged children and enjoy planning creative and entertaining projects for children to improve their motor skills, independence, and self expression. I am available on weekends as well as...
Renata can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Michaila K.
Troy, NY
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Currently full time nursing student at Hudson valley. Planning to transfer to Samaritan in the fall. 4+ years working in geriatrics. Nursing home & home care experience.
Michaila can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am 23 years old with CPR, and first aid training. I have also taken babysitting courses. I have worked with children for 9 and a half years as an assistant dance teacher. I am student in the masters program extending my major through middle school and high school. I have an associates degree in Early Childhood Education and a...
Krista can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Krista is wonderful with our children, they love her! She always has great ideas for crafts and activities for them to do and takes great care of them. We would recommend her to anyone!"
Andrea P.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello a college grad w/ a Master's in Psychology. I have experience with newborns and up, multiple siblings (and pets!) I work well with all children, including those w/ learning disabilities, ADD, ADHD, PTSD, stress/anxiety/depression, or severe allergies. I have experience w/ kids through various...
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Our family hired Stephanie as a temporary caregiver for our 7 month old during my transition back to work from maternity leave. Stephanie was absolutely WONDERFUL with our son. She is warm, positive, patient, and communicative. Our son has some separation anxiety,...
Greta S.
Stephanie M.
Averill Park, NY
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am an occasional/drop in sitter looking to fill my night and weekend calendar! I am pet friendly, a non-smoker, have reliable transportation and CPR certified. I do have a little one that may need to tag a long depending on the day. Experience with multiples, infants and disabilities. LQBTQ+ friendly.
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(3)
Hi there! I am a Registered Nurse with 4 years of experience. I consider myself to be an excellent candidate for babysitting because of my healthcare knowledge and experience in the clinical setting. I have 2+ yrs of unpaid in-hospital experience working with children with disabilities, geriatrics, newborns & postpartum mothers,...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Francesca is CPR certified and has been going to school for nursing. She is a dependable child care provider and has a kind and gentle approach. She would be an asset to any employer."
Jaineen P.
Stephanie D.
Latham, NY
$20-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Been in the Early Childhood field for 19years. I have worked in daycares as a teacher and administration. I am currently looking for evening and some weekend care like date nights. I am also open to before school care depending on location and hours as I do have a day job.
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Stephanie loves my kids and treats them as her own. I rarely trust people with my kids but with her i have no worries! my kids are always happy when she watches them."
Care member
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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
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
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 36 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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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.
3.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Family is very important to me . Since I was a teenager every job I could have took involved around children. I enjoy the little smiles and laughter of joy and even the cries . I consider myself an integral and responsible person who provides security and credibility to the children and parents; I have availability to learn...
Brittany can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Brittany recently babysat for us over several days and she was wonderful! My kids really liked her and she was punctual, dependable, and an excellent communicator. She had wonderful references as well. She also was very willing to jump in at the last minute on...
Meghan G.
5.0
(1)
Full Time And Part Time Caregiver Available
Teresa can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Tell us about your experience with Teresa K."
Praveen Y.
5.0
(1)
I'm great with kids of all ages. School age helping with homework and making all subjects fun. I also have experience with babies, keeping them entertained and changing diapers.
When babysitting, I can bring cameras (if requested) with live video and audio that would allow parents to see a live view and communicate through the...
Brian can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"He is excellent with my 2 kids i would recommend him to everyone "
Beckie P.
Bianca Z.
Valley Falls, NY
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Bianca, I am 31 years old and have been caring for children as long as I can remember. I am a certified school counselor with a masters degree from Capella University.
I'm responsible and attentive in addition to being CPR certified. I am always in favor of outdoor play arts and crafts reading and storytelling...
Bianca can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Bianca babysat my 21-month-old toddler for about 4 months last year and he absolutely adored her! We moved out to CA and he still misses her very much and talks about seeing her again. They developed a special bond which is not always the case with babysitters, and...
Kat S.
Kennedy B.
Cohoes, NY
$35/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hello! My name is Kennedy and I have nearly 8 years of childcare experience! I have a degree in History with a minor in Education. I worked at a summer camp, coached 8th grade basketball, nannied for a 9-month-old and so much more. I love children of all ages and have experience with a number of different ages!
Kennedy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"My daughter loved when Kennedy would come over. She played so much with her and gave her the attention every parent hopes for when they leave them with someone else."
Maura F.
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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.
5.0
(4)
I have many years experience with kids. I taught snowboarding for 5 years at Jiminy Peaks to children. I was a lifeguard for the YMCA for many years too. I completed various courses at HVCC, like first-aid and more.
I am gifted with strong empathy skills
Understanding children comes naturally. I feel it's wise to respect their...
Guiliana can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Guiliana is very attentive and focused on the children. She was friendly and interacted well while also preparing healthy snacks and meals and helping with homework."
Genevieve C.
Paula J.
Rensselaer, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Enjoy working with children. Bilingual - Spanish, multi task, Motivation/goal setting and creative thinking.
Please communicate any restrictions or special needs. Again, I am here to help and support. Let's build a long lasting relationship that helps your children feel comfortable while you are away.
I have worked with...
Paula can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
Isabella T.
Latham, NY
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as outgoing and caring. I started working with kids when I was 12 years old so I have over 8 years of experience around kids of all ages! In my spare time, I like to read and go for walks so would love taking kids to parks or to play outside, especially in the summertime. One thing you should know...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
As an educator who has taught PreK-12 over the course of a decade, building relationships and learning alongside kids is incredibly rewarding for me! I take pride in having a vast teacher toolbox that allows me to adapt to the needs of each child, caring for them with genuine empathy while still holding them to high standards....
Syeda can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Troy, NY
Krista S.
5.0
Krista is wonderful with our children, they love her! She always has great ideas for crafts and activities for them to do and takes great care of them. We would recommend her to anyone!
- Andrea P.
Stephanie B.
5.0
Words cannot express what Stephanie has meant to our family. She has been with us for a little over a year caring for our, now, 15-month daughter and large golden retriever. My daughter lights up when Stephanie enters a room and cries when they say goodbye for the day. When we first hired Stephanie...
- Kim M.
Francesca P.
5.0
Francesca is CPR certified and has been going to school for nursing. She is a dependable child care provider and has a kind and gentle approach. She would be an asset to any employer.
- Jaineen P.
Stephanie D.
5.0
Stephanie loves my kids and treats them as her own. I rarely trust people with my kids but with her i have no worries! my kids are always happy when she watches them.
- Care member
Elizabeth D.
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, and did amazing at making it a fun...
- 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 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 Troy, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Troy, 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 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.