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60 babysitters are listed in Waterford, NY
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Waterford, NY
Julia C.
Waterford, NY
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm a caring and experienced childcare provider with a genuine passion for nurturing children's growth and development. With over three years of experience in daycare and babysitting ages 0-4, I have the skills and knowledge to provide a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for children.
I strive to create a positive...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Julia has been our regular babysitter for a long time and we can't say enough good things about her. She's very reliable for us and our daughter is excited to see her every time she comes over. Highly recommend. "
Steven M.
I have been nannying on and off throughout my college career. I have nannied for all ages from 3 months -10+ years.
I'm an Occupational therapy assistant student and will be graduating in May! I am looking for a temporary summer position as I study for my licensing exam.
Alli can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Zoe H.
Waterford, NY
$16-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am currently studying Psychology at Capella University and I have a beautiful 18-month-old daughter at home. I love working with children and have always loved to be around them. I have many years of experience working with children and children with disabilities as well as children with ASD. They hold a very special place in...
Kayla C.
Cohoes, NY
$16/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Kayla! I'm a fun-loving babysitter and nanny with a passion for working with children. I started out babysitting for families in my neighborhood and taught dance to kids ages 3 to 7 at a local studio. Since 2019, I've been a dedicated nanny.
I love spending time with children-playing, being goofy, and creating a fun,...
Kayla can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Recently moved to the Ballston Lake area where I am currently looking for any babysitting/nanny jobs! I have many years of experience working with kids in day camps and babysitting/nannying. I love working with children of all ages and creating a fun, healthy environment for them!
Mikaela can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Cecelia H.
Albany, NY
$16-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Cecelia and I am a full time Nurse. I have loved children and enjoyed taking care of them for as long as I can remember. I started babysitting when I was 12 and have been doing so on and off since! I have so much love to give and I hope you allow me to share that with your children! :)
Cecelia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cecelia was great with our little guy! We have known her for a year now and can't wait to have her watch for us again."
Doug T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 38 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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
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.
5.0
(1)
My favorite things to do with kids are go outside, read and create! I am free all hours of the day, but only this coming summer. I could possibly do a very low commitment through the school year since I will only be in Troy.
Kiely can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Kiely is responsible and fun! Always on time and took great care of our very active two year old!"
Katharine H.
4.9
(7)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I love working with kids! I have a 1-year-old baby boy, and live in north Sacramento with my husband. I absolutely love working with kids as a childcare provider or tutor. I have my bachelors degree in public health, but what really makes me happy is spending time with little ones. I know tons of crafts, games, and activities to...
Jacqueline can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
4.0
"My daughter is a very strong minded child so it takes her some time to warm up to people. When we interviewed Jacqueline, she automatically gravitated towards her. She started showing her toys and going near her, We were amazed. We hired Jacqueline on 2 separate...
Nancy L.
Mahnoor A.
Clifton Park, NY
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.8
(24)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
Hello Childcare Seekers!
I'm a very reliable honest caring babysitter who has a passion for childcare. I reside in Clifton Park NY. I am CPR, First Aid and AED certified. I have experience with infants, toddlers and preschoolers. I love being around kids, helping them learn, spend quality time with them, playing(outdoor/indoor...
Mahnoor can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mahnoor (Maha) is an exceptional, caring sitter that my daughter loves going to! She is extremely responsive, responsible, and a great communicator. Always sends pictures and updates. My daughter always comes back happy, clean, fed, and very obviously well-cared...
Norain 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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, 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)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I currently work full-time as a school administrator at a Montessori School since 2018. On occasion I teach extracurricular classes like gardening, theater, photography, and yearbook.
I am looking for any part-time work for evenings, dates nights, or weekends. I have worked as a babysitter, full-time nanny, camp arts...
Nicholle can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nicholle babysat for us when my husband and I went out for the first time since your daughter has been born. She knew I was nervous and she was great with me. She came over a night before and we showed her where everything is and took her through the bedtime...
Kim S.
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, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I can not say enough about Stephanie. She was amazing with our boys. She is so genuine, caring and fun!! I would highly recommend her!!"
Janelle H.
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:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a full time college student looking to help families where they need it. I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Grocery Shopping, and Homework. I am highly creative, I love to paint and draw. I can play several instruments including the guitar. I have minimal French and am currently learning ASL...
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Anisha is a sweet soul, able to care for your child or your pet with patience and love. Her passion has always been children and animals.
"
Alicia M.
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:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
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)
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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"He is excellent with my 2 kids i would recommend him to everyone "
Beckie P.
Bonnie R.
Albany, NY
$22-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
Care Giver Available Day Hours Or Some Weekends For The Summer.
4.9
(14)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My first job growing up was sitting! I was certified in First Aid and CPR for many years while working at a Family Shelter as Program Director'
I have reliable transportation and no points on my Driver license that I have had for over 38years. I can provide proof of my clean driving record.
I love taking care of kids, elderly...
Bonnie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Bonnie cared for our two energetic boys on a regular schedule. She was always on time and had great communication. She was playful and engaging with our boys and they really liked playing with her. Bonnie is super sweet, we would definitely hire her again. "
Lauren M.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am a Special Education Teacher, with a Master's Degree in Education and about 8 years of experience with kids of all ages and abilities. While I loved working with students, most of my passion for caring for and learning with children has come from my time as mom and in-home childcare provider for the past 4 years. My...
Danielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"While the timing didn't work out for our family, we were very impressed with Danielle and her approach to childcare. I think any family would be lucky to hire her. "
Skye A.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Waterford, NY
Julia C.
5.0
Julia has been our regular babysitter for a long time and we can't say enough good things about her. She's very reliable for us and our daughter is excited to see her every time she comes over. Highly recommend.
- Steven M.
Cecelia H.
5.0
Cecelia was great with our little guy! We have known her for a year now and can't wait to have her watch for us again.
- Doug T.
Jennifer E.
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.
Kiely R.
5.0
Kiely is responsible and fun! Always on time and took great care of our very active two year old!
- Katharine H.
Jacqueline D.
4.0
My daughter is a very strong minded child so it takes her some time to warm up to people. When we interviewed Jacqueline, she automatically gravitated towards her. She started showing her toys and going near her, We were amazed. We hired Jacqueline on 2 separate occasion which we are content with,...
- Nancy L.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Waterford, NY:
How can I find a Waterford babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Waterford, 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 3 babysitters in Waterford, 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 Waterford, NY?
The average rate for Waterford, NY babysitters on Care.com is $18.67 per hour as of April 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 Waterford, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Waterford, 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.