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60 babysitters are listed in Valatie, NY
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Valatie, NY
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: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
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
I'd describe my personality as caring loving goal oriented
I like working with kids because I find it fulfilling. I love watching them grow and continue to learn and reach all their milestones
As a school counselor and a father of two it is my goal to work with the whole child. watching them become educated but as well as...
Hello! I'm a very experienced caregiver with a background in Childhood Education and a New York State teaching certification. I've been working in Human Services for the last 3 years but am seeking a side job as a part time caregiver.
Kate can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Mackenzie A.
West Coxsackie, NY
$25-28/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 6 years of experience caring for children, from toddlers to teenagers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. With all my skills and experience, I'm able to provide a supervised,...
Mackenzie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"My boys really enjoyed their night with Mackenzie! She is sweet, punctual, and experienced."
Rebecca B.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Sophia, i'm 26 years old and studied traditional medicine. I have a passion for care-taking and enjoy using care. com for part-time work. I also work at a spa and currently live with my husband in Ghent, NY. Feel free to reach out!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
-Current: Reading Tutor, The Tutor
-2023-24: Kindergarten Teacher, Public Schools
-2020-23: Special Education Teacher, Preschool
-2018-20: General Education Teacher, Preschool
-2016: Nanny- Infant 2mo-5mo of age
-2015 through 2014- Nanny- moved with family for 2 months to be a live-in nanny of a 6, 8, and 16-year-old/...
Brigit can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Words can't express how kind, generous, thoughtful, and responsible Brigit is. She started working for me two years ago - she came sight unseen, within an hour during a snowstorm to care for my girls (6, 8) and we have relied on her ever since.
Brigit is...
Erin G.
Hello, my name is Lauren! I'm currently finishing up a dual BA/MSEd in adolescent English education and special education at the College of Saint Rose. I am a caring, enthusiastic and driven person with a long history of working with children. I have been babysitting since age 15 and have been a substitute at CCSD for about...
Emma H.
Ghent, NY
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Emma and I am currently a college student studying the field of education. I have loved working with kids since I was young and I love every child's unique and distinctive personalities! I am CPR and first aid certified! I have lots of experience within schools and at home working with infants to children...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hi there!
My name is Jess. I am a stepmom to 3 and mother to my own 3-year-old with over 18 years of experience with children of all ages. I'm a non-smoker with my own transportation. I hold certifications in Adult/Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED and Advanced Child Care with the American Red Cross. In addition to child care I can...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Aneli P.
Ghent, NY
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I like working with kids because they remind me to be present in the moment and to stay curious.
I'm looking for a job where I can have a positive impact in the lives of those I work with, share valuable knowledge, protect those who may overlook the mishaps of everyday living, and encourage curiosity, creativity, and fun in...
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hey! My name is Hannah. I am a 21-year-old MBA student at the University of Rhode Island looking for a babysitting job for the days I don't have classes. I have years of experience babysitting/nannying kids at all age levels. In addition to my nannying experience growing up, my mom had an in-home daycare, so I have always been...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
I am a college student at SUNY Cortland. My major is Inclusive Childhood education. In the summer I work at Greenport Town Park as a camp counselor. Love working for kids and helping out families!
Alanna A.
Ghent, NY
$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
As a Certified Registered Nurse with five years of childcare experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children's development. My previous babysitting roles ignited a desire to positively impact young lives and provide reliable support to families.
My patient and friendly nature creates a calm environment where children...
Alanna can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Meagan B.
Castleton on Hudson, NY
$16-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am very reliable, hardworking and patient. I have a bachelors degree in Physical Education. I have been a nanny for multiple different families in the past. I just moved back to NY. I am currently a substitute so my schedule is very flexible! Please message me with any questions!
Meagan can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Meagan was our full time nanny for the summer of 2021 in upstate New York. It was such a relief to have such a wonderful person watching our little one while we were working full time. She managed to do a great job giving us space and keeping kiddo engaged and...
Kirstin M.
Native New Yorker and young professional! Pursued a career in renewable energy, and currently working for a commercial solar developer based in Denver, and am fully remote.
Just after finishing undergrad, I moved cross country to northwestern Montana to work outdoors in conservation and public lands. I've babysat infant -...
Bridget can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Micaela M.
Hillsdale, NY
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am 25 and a reliable, outgoing mom of a 12-month-old! I have my teaching assistant certification in the state of New York and a background in child and adolescent development. I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old. I have experience in sleep training, nursing, BLW, and potty training. I have a very gentle...
Micaela can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Micaela helped take care of my 2 children. I was a little hesitant at first as this was my first time ever hiring anyone to take care of my children. She was absolutely amazing! Grocery shopping, house cleaning, and transportation to sports practices- And the list...
Kaya S.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! To begin, I started watching children at age 15 by caring for my cousins when they were babies.
Additionally, I am the oldest of three siblings, and I have taken that role very seriously and still do.
My most recent job was caring for a family who has 3 boys, aged 2, 5, and 8. I had worked with them for over a year, and...
Alyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Alyssa has babysat 1-2x/week for my two children (ages 3 & 5) for about 3 months. She is prompt, flexible, responsible, and fun. She initiates play w my children, takes the time to teach them, is creative in her play with them, and they just love her. They look...
Alison S.
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: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Brittany was great with my 3yo daughter who took to her immediately. She was always on time and was great at communicating any problems."
Kari K.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Valatie, NY
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.
Oliver D.
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
Mackenzie A.
5.0
My boys really enjoyed their night with Mackenzie! She is sweet, punctual, and experienced.
- Rebecca B.
Brigit H.
5.0
Words can't express how kind, generous, thoughtful, and responsible Brigit is. She started working for me two years ago - she came sight unseen, within an hour during a snowstorm to care for my girls (6, 8) and we have relied on her ever since.
Brigit is reliable, dedicated, and extremely...
- Erin G.
Meagan B.
5.0
Meagan was our full time nanny for the summer of 2021 in upstate New York. It was such a relief to have such a wonderful person watching our little one while we were working full time. She managed to do a great job giving us space and keeping kiddo engaged and occupied - no easy task given that both...
- Kirstin M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Valatie, NY:
How can I find a Valatie babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Valatie, 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 4 babysitters in Valatie, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Valatie, NY?
The average rate for Valatie, NY babysitters on Care.com is $18.00 per hour as of March 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 Valatie, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Valatie, 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.