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60 babysitters are listed in West Harrison, NY
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in West Harrison, NY
Gwendolyn T.
Port Chester, NY
$20-25/hr • 20 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a nurturing caregiver with two decades of experience, I find immense joy in fostering children's growth and development. My passion for childcare stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles and my desire to positively impact young lives. I am patient, calm, creative, and approachable, which allows me to...
Gwendolyn can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gwen was a wonderful addition to our family. My son absolutely adores her. She is dependable, reliable, fun, loving and a team player. Any family that hires her is truly lucky."
Kate W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
*Childcare
*Personal/Family Assistant
*Transportation
*Errands
CHILDCARE -
I have cared for many children over my lifetime beginning with my baby sister when I was just 7 yrs old. From there I began after school babysitting for local families throughout middle/HS. As an adult I was a live in nanny for about 5 yrs, when I had...
Amy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Amy regularly provided after school care to my preschooler and 2nd grader. She handled everything from pick up at the bus stop & preschool to homework, getting the kids sorted for dinner and the next day of school. My kids both cared for and respected Amy - she...
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Valentina B.
Scarsdale, NY
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Valentina. I have been a babysitter for over 8 years. I love to play with kids and do fun activities. I am responsible, friendly, warm and patient. I have experience in every age group.
Valentina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"The kids loved Valentina and found her to be fun. We found her to be responsible and prompt. I made a great decision hiring Valentina! "
Mary D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hey there, my name is Elizabeth and I have worked with children in daycare's, private homes, organizations and for my very own Family. I have experience working with kids of different backgrounds, therefore making it easier for me to adapt. I have been babysitting for over 10 years now, with children ranging from ages 3 months...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Elizabeth interviewed with me and was phenomenal. My hours changed and didn't fit with her schedule so it didn't work out, but I think she would be great with any family!"
Nancy J.
3.0
(1)
Hi I'm Meire. I've been working as a nanny/babysitter for almost 15 years. I have experience with kids ranging from newborn to teenager. I worked for the same family for 14 years but now the kids are in college. I love to set up play dates, take them to parks, arts and crafts and classes at the library. I have great references...
Meire can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
3.0
"Good and personable personality! Unfortunately our price negotiations didn't work out but she seemed very sweet. "
Courtney M.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Growing up, I have loved working with children. Throughout my life, I have babysat as well as tutored for local families. My age experience with children ranges from a few months old to as old as 17 years old. I have also spent summers working as a counselor at camps and have served on various mission trips at orphanages where I...
Anastasia can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"Anastasia is a sweet and helpful person. My son was immediately comfortable with her. She is kind and understanding and takes direction well."
Jessica R.
Cathy J.
Chappaqua, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Cathy and I am 30 years old. I have been babysitting kids of all ages from 3 months old to 14 years since I was about 17. I am very friendly, nice, caring and energetic. I have a great personality and I love kids. I have experience with watching multiple kids. I have a car and a clean drivers license and I am CPR...
Cathy can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cathy was fantastic. She was an instant hit with my daughter. Look forward to hiring her in the future"
Elliot L.
Izania G.
Elmsford, NY
$17/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a reliable and organized recent college graduate. I have worked with children for the past 6 years now, including babysitting my two younger brothers. I have worked with the Sunday School at church, teaching and caring for children ages 1 year to 14 years old. While away at college I volunteered at a bike shop during youth...
Izania can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Izania has watched over my two young children many times and she is a loving, trust-worthy young woman. She is always kind and patient and knows how to make my children feel comfortable and safe. In addition...and above all else...she knows how to PLAY!! My...
Shannon P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
II am a college graduate and I have babysat children as young as 6 months old and as old as 9 years old. I have had CPR and First Aid training and I have my own car, so getting around is no problem. I have 10+ years of experience caring for children and my schedule is flexible.
I am a non-smoker and a pet lover. I am...
Cassie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cassie is a very dependable, punctual and responsible babysitter. Despite being young, Cassie shows maturity well beyond her years, and we have always been confident in her abilities to care for our daughter. She has been working with our 3 year old (on weekends)...
Rie T.
5.0
(1)
Always loved being around kids. I've watched children from the ages of 6 months to almost 12 years. Entertained children by doing art and crafts, watching movies and playing games.
5.0
"We interviewed Karisma in our home where she had the opportunity to interact with our infant son. It was immediately evident that she is comfortable with very young kids (under 1). She knew how to engage him and could speak to tactics/activities that would help him...
Jackie C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a reliable, educated, patient, and creative person who has 6+ years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do other tasks if requested. I'm an organizer and planner who is comfortable multitasking. With all my skills and...
Kathlyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"If we could leave Kat a 6-star review, we would. My wife and I have worked with a number of babysitters in the last 8 months across different states, and Kat was hands down among the most impressive we have worked with. She has a natural ability with kids — a...
Dan K.
Rachel B.
Mount Kisco, NY
$49/hr • 8 yrs exp
Part Time Caregiver For Children And Animals - Light House Work
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I monitor and participate in children's play activities. I read to children and assist in preparing and serving meals and bath time. I do light house work such dishes, laundry. I am also a animal lover.
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We had the pleasure of having Rachel work with our family for a brief time when we were in desperate need of help and she was fantastic! Very reliable, professional, our kids loved her, and we were so thankful she was able to care for our children."
Amy W.
Ava G.
Greenwich, CT
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Love Having The Opportunity To Spend Time With Kids And Lend A Helping Hand Whenever I Can!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I have 5 years of experience both with younger family members, part time work, and families in my neighborhood of all ages. I worked very closely with the Boys and Girls Club of Greenwich after school care program for children from kindergarten to middle school. I love to inspire kids to try new things and have fun...
Ava can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"There isn’t enough good things I can say about Ava, she is a true gem of a person. We loved having her be apart of our family this summer and wish we could keep her all year round! Ava is responsible, helpful, loving, trustworthy and pro active. She needs very...
Gabriella T.
5.0
(1)
I'm Lettycia, 28 years old, currently located in New York. I'm seeking a live-out nanny position with a respectful and kind family. I bring over 10 years of childcare experience, including caring for newborns, toddlers, and school-aged children.
I worked as an au pair for 1. 5 years, supporting a family with two children (ages...
5.0
"Lettycia has been a wonderful for our family. She's incredibly kind, dependable, and always finds creative ways to keep the kids entertained. Our children absolutely adore her! She's also organized, punctual, and genuinely cares about their happiness and...
Katarina Vitoria B.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Andrea, but everyone calls me Andie. , it allows flexibility in my schedule to obtain a part-time childcare job. With several years of experience, I am reliable, intelligent, caring, creative, and great with kids of all ages. Okay with pets, have a car and completely clean driving record.
Andie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Andi has been great with my 6 month old baby girl. She is always playing with her and helping her through the teething phase. I still use her now. :)"
Jamie F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Shirley, 32 years old with 14 years of experience caring for children of all ages, especially newborns and toddlers. I've worked with kids who have eating behavior issues, sight problems, epilepsy symptoms, and allergies. I love taking kids outdoors to the pool, parks, libraries, and events, and on rainy days, we do...
Shirley can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Thank you for considering me for your child care needs. My passion is working with children birth to 5. I enjoy being a teacher of communication skills and encouraging a sense of confidence through shared experiences and opportunities to learn. I value a child's view of the world and honor their thoughts and feelings, always...
Colleen can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Colleen was our nanny of 5 years to our two girls who are now ages 3 and 5. She has been an integral part of their childhood development, teaching them proper manners, social skills, and effective communication among many other things. She's an amazing nanny with...
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Perla C.
New Rochelle, NY
$22/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm Perla. I'm 23 years old, I'm a dependable and compassionate person, I try to connect with children by spending time with them, going for walks, playing outside helping with school. I can assist with light housekeeping and preparing meals. I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old as a part-time job. My schedule is...
Perla can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Perla was a great caregiver. She was punctual, kind, and the kids enjoy their time with her."
Victoria S.
5.0
(9)
Hello Families! My name is Travis and I'm an employee of the Department of Education. I've worked as an educator for the past 10 years. I am dedicated and passionate about developing and delivering dynamic life plans that cater to diverse learning styles. My skills and experience allow me to create engaging and interactive...
Travis can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Travis is a wonderful, caring person. He is kind, thoughtful and goes the extra mile. It is a pleasure to work with him. Travis is unfailingly polite, responsive and committed to the wellbeing and welfare of kids.
Our son really liked him and immediately...
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5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a friendly and patient childcare provider with 20 years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for fostering children's growth and development, coupled with my positive experience in previous babysitting roles, led me to pursue a career as a caregiver.
I firmly believe that every child deserves a safe and...
Lovelyn can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lovelyn responds quickly to messages and is very accommodating. She watched my 5 year old son and kept him occupied with some learning activities and crafts. She kept me updated throughout the day while I was at work. I would hire her again."
Suzanne R.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in West Harrison, NY
Gwendolyn T.
5.0
Gwen was a wonderful addition to our family. My son absolutely adores her. She is dependable, reliable, fun, loving and a team player. Any family that hires her is truly lucky.
- Kate W.
Amy A.
5.0
Amy regularly provided after school care to my preschooler and 2nd grader. She handled everything from pick up at the bus stop & preschool to homework, getting the kids sorted for dinner and the next day of school. My kids both cared for and respected Amy - she brought her own parenting skills to...
- Care member
Valentina B.
5.0
The kids loved Valentina and found her to be fun. We found her to be responsible and prompt. I made a great decision hiring Valentina!
- Mary D.
Elizabeth R.
5.0
Elizabeth interviewed with me and was phenomenal. My hours changed and didn't fit with her schedule so it didn't work out, but I think she would be great with any family!
- Nancy J.
Meire C.
3.0
Good and personable personality! Unfortunately our price negotiations didn't work out but she seemed very sweet.
- Courtney M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in West Harrison, NY:
How can I find a West Harrison babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in West Harrison, 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 20 babysitters in West Harrison, 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 West Harrison, NY?
The average rate for West Harrison, NY babysitters on Care.com is $23.50 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 West Harrison, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in West Harrison, 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.