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60 babysitters are listed in Walden, NY
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Walden, NY
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Miriam but I go by Liz (it's my middle name). I genuinely love being in the company of children and am an advocate for their development. I am known for my nurturing spirit, patience, honesty, trustworthiness and ability to be proactive. Apart from watching over children, I also can help with small chores...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Miriam is fantastic! She was so helpful with our two children (toddler, infant), and went out of her way to take care of our two dogs. They all adore her. Incredibly responsive and flexible she makes coordinating logistics a breeze! I highly recommend Miriam!"
Chris P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as upbeat, optimistic, energetic
I like working with kids because every kid deserves quality care. The care a child receives will allow them succeed in their adult life.
I'm looking for a job that is flexible in terms of schedule.
I started working with kids when I started working with the board...
5.0
"Debbie is motivated ..she’s dedicated very respectful..is not afraid of hard work"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kirsten! I graduated from Orange County Community College with my degree in Early Childhood Education. I have experience being a toddler teacher. I enjoy being outdoors and being active as much as I love arts and crafts! I have 6+ years of experience working with children from infants to elementary aged.
Kirsten can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"My (almost) 2 year old would light up the minute Kirsten came through the door. She is dependable and has a great way with kids and dogs. She did such cute little crafts with the kids, I was always at ease knowing that my kids were well cared for and would be...
Kerry E.
Gabriella C.
Campbell Hall, NY
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Gabriella, I hope this message finds you well! Love for children is something that runs deep in me, with my dream to help with early childhood development. I love outdoor times, creativity, interactive play and exploration during all seasons. I also have experience with special needs children, as they hold a...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Very attentive with my daughter, taught her things she needs to learn at her age. Very well mannered. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Becca and I am 27 years old with a true passion for working with children. I am currently a Kindergarten teacher but am available during summer time. I have a Masters in literacy and two degrees birth-6th grade in education. I have been babysitting various families from the daycare as well as my neighborhood for years...
Rebecca can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
(2)
For the past several years, in Southwest Florida, I have nannied for a beautiful family with two children under 5 years old. During that time, for them, and two other wonderful families, I preformed general housekeeping, as well as prepared meals.
Sadly, due to Hurricane Ian's destruction on my home, my own family has had to...
Devan can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"
Just wanted to share our experiences with Devan. She is an excellent worker: she's been working with us for a few weeks cleaning up after our children and pets. Originally I had Devan clean our garage. She takes direction and feedback well. But here's the...
Chris B.
5.0
(5)
I have many years of experience with children from infants to toddlers. I have worked for a wonderful family being a nanny to their premature (4 pounds) twin girls. I am now working with a different family being a nanny to their 3-year-old and a 20-month-old. I will be in search of another nanny position at the end of August...
Antonette can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Toni is extremely dependable, professional, and has a natural affinity for working with children. She cared for ours as though they were her own. We have a 3-year-old as well as an infant. Toni was nanny to our eldest daughter, P, for 2 years. P. looked forward to...
Erica S.
Lori H.
Newburgh, NY
$16-24/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Let me start by introducing myself, my name is Lori. I am a very dedicated worker especially towards the younger children. I have a lot of experience with young children, even teaching them to swim. I love to do crafts, games and outdoor activities in the nice weather. I would love to work with your children.
Lori can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lori worked for me for almost a year. She was great with my son. She helped him get his homework done and was a great help. She is moving on to a full time job this year and my son and I will miss her."
Debra I.
Samantha L.
Marlboro, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Samantha. I currently work Monday-Friday until 3:30pm, but starting my masters degree in education in the spring. I am free each day after 3:30 and most weekends with notice. I worked at The Boys & Girls Club of Newburgh, volunteered at Work Hard Play Hard Afterschool Program in Albany, and have babysat kids from ages...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
5.0
"Sam is fantastic! She showed up on time with Happy Meals, which was a really special treat. The kids were so excited to tell us all about the fun they had with Sam. We are looking forward to having her come over again soon!"
Ashley A.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Rudina and I love working with kids. I have been babysitting for years and I have the privilege of caring for children of all ages and abilities. I'm an easy-going person, hard-working, patient, responsible and very active. I also am a happy mother of three big kids. I enjoy cooking and cleaning too! If you're...
Rudina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rudina was wonderful with my mother. She was patient, kind and caring. Very respectful and always on time. She was a gem!!!"
Care member
Deiralyse R.
Rock Tavern, NY
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have extensive experience babysitting for multiple families with children of all ages, including caring for my own siblings. For the past three years, I have worked as a substitute elementary school teacher, where I honed my skills in managing and engaging young children. Previously, I gained valuable experience in community...
Deiralyse can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Andreyah B.
Newburgh, NY
$17/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 7 years of experience caring for children, ranging in age from infants to school-age. During this time, I have taken on roles as a nanny in my baby cousins life, babysitter for family friends and assisted at summer school programs. I have consistently prioritized creating a positive and nurturing environment for the...
Andreyah can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
As a compassionate and experienced caregiver, I've dedicated the past 8 years to nurturing the lives of children. My journey began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my passion for positively impacting their development. I strive to be a reliable support system for families, providing a safe and nurturing...
Erica G.
New Windsor, NY
$16-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as caring, loving and empathetic.
I like working with kids because it gives me a chance to bring out all my creative skills and give me a chance to have younger siblings.
I'm looking for a job that has a flexible schedule as well as sudden changes where you will need me on a random night for date...
Alexia D.
Marlboro, NY
$17-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Actively Looking For Babysitting Jobs As A Side Job. Starting My Freshman Year Of College In August.
I am a Certified Nursing Assistant, I am CPR certified and First Aid Certified. I am patient, compassionate and have experience with children ages newborn until about 12 years old. Any questions feel free to reach out!
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
Julia M.
Salisbury Mills, NY
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hey there! My name is Julia and I am looking to babysit! I am 23 years old and have 7+ years of babysitting experience at all ages and absolutely love it. I am very interested in child development and am studying to be a SpeechLanguage Pathologist at New York Medical College. I am also CPR/first aid and AED certified.
Julia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
For the past 9 years I have been providing childcare for a wonderful family. I have been a SAHM since 2004 to my boys who are now 18 and 14. Prior to being a SAHM I was a 3rd grade teacher. I have also volunteered for our local football league, CYO basketball league and was the organizer of a moms group with over 100 members. In...
Meagan can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a personable, communicative, positive and warm individual with a combined 12 years of child care and educational experience serving students in both traditional and Special Education settings. I recently resigned from a NYC teaching position as a high school Special Education Teacher, and am proud to say I created...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
I was a full-time nanny for two children, a 1 1/2-year-old and a 9-month-old while the mom went to school. I am currently working in my church's nursery program. I also work with kids every Friday night at my church's AWANA program where we teach and play games with the children. This year I was put in a class working with first...
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Rayssa R.
Rock Tavern, NY
$18/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an energetic nanny with live-in nanny, babysitting and special needs experience that's ready to find a great family to bring love to.
Skills:
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Walden, NY
Miriam G.
5.0
Liz is very responsive and communicative, which I really appreciate. My daughter (2) had a great time with her.
- Samantha K.
Debbie B.
5.0
Debbie is motivated ..she’s dedicated very respectful..is not afraid of hard work
- Care member
Kirsten K.
5.0
My (almost) 2 year old would light up the minute Kirsten came through the door. She is dependable and has a great way with kids and dogs. She did such cute little crafts with the kids, I was always at ease knowing that my kids were well cared for and would be brought to school/camp on time!
- Kerry E.
Gabriella C.
5.0
Very attentive with my daughter, taught her things she needs to learn at her age. Very well mannered.
- Care member
Devan F.
5.0
Just wanted to share our experiences with Devan. She is an excellent worker: she's been working with us for a few weeks cleaning up after our children and pets. Originally I had Devan clean our garage. She takes direction and feedback well. But here's the best part: my two young daughters...
- Chris B.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Walden, NY:
How can I find a Walden babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Walden, 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 17 babysitters in Walden, 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 Walden, NY?
The average rate for Walden, NY babysitters on Care.com is $19.24 per hour as of February 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 Walden, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Walden, 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.