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My experience with child care started off with my own siblings. I am the oldest of four daughters. As I grew older I realized I really enjoyed caring for others so I took on many other side jobs to take care of my friends children. I then started working as an after school educator for about 2. About a year ago I moved out here...
Briceyda can also help with: Craft assistance
Klavdia H.
West Haverstraw, NY
$18-25/hr • 11 yrs exp
I have experience is caring for children because I raised three girls. I do not smoke, drink or take drugs. I am a family person who goes above and beyond the call of duty for my family.
Klavdia can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Abigail M.
West Haverstraw, NY
$17/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as patient, empathetic, and bright
I like working with kids because I love that no single day at work is the same. It's very fun to do. I learn from the children I'm working with every interaction and I admire kids creativity and resilience. It is a very refreshing job
I'm looking for a job that has...
Deyanira M.
New City, NY
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a caring and experienced childcare provider with over six years in the field, I am passionate about nurturing children's development and well-being. My journey in childcare began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered the joy of positively impacting young lives. I am driven to support families by offering...
Deyanira can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Deya is a responsible and trustful person. My kids enjoyed having her around. They bonded really quick. She is also a very flexible person, especially with our crazy family schedule."
Marlene R.
Caitlin W.
Cortlandt Manor, NY
$28/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Caitlin, I'm a former graduate and have some extra time on my hands. Learning from both perspectives, I went from being a camper to a camp counselor over the past summers. Building on my skills of supervision, time management and creative play. For as long as I known, watching over children has been a normal for...
Caitlin can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Caitlin was such a great babysitter! She watched my two boys 5 and under and they love her! We can not wait for her to come back from college so we can see her again!"
Lina M.
Annly M.
Peekskill, NY
$17/hr • 5 yrs exp
3.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am grateful for the opportunity to help and contribute to the care of your children, it is an acquired commitment and a great responsibility. Cooperate if necessary with everything inherent in the preparation of meals, snacks, support with school activities and extra curricular of children, household chores, light cleaning,...
Annly can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
5.0
"We interviewed Annly and she was great!"
Yumairy B.
Lidia O.
Cortlandt Manor, NY
$17-20/hr
5.0
(1)
Hello there!
I am 24 years old and have a Bachelors degree in Psychology.
As of September 2023, I will be attending Graduate school for Social Services.
I have worked as a Behavioral Specialist in a therapeutic Foster Care agency for 1 year.
My role involved helping fostered children/youth to improve behavioral concerns. I...
Lidia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Nicole J.
Stony Point, NY
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Nicole, I'm 24 years old. I love children so I went to a Ctech program in Goshen NY for 2 years. I love to work with children ages new born to age 10. I specialize with 3-year-old's due to the program I was in working hands on with ages 3 and 4. But I also love children of all ages. I recently was working at a...
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
4.0
"I hired Nicole to watch my 2 month daughter along with my 3 year old sister. Nicole was great at calming the children when fussy or when my sister would fall. Also she was always willing to help clean and cook while my mother was sick. She is great at directions...
Josh H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Experienced childcare provider who has part time availability to babysit for families in need of a few hours reprieve, a night out or need an extra set of hands for an event.
I am a former Case Manager for children as well as a former day camp counselor. Very experienced with children of various ages and levels of ability. I am...
5.0
"My kids loved her, punctual, understanding, personable and a wonderful help"
Care member
Emily H.
Millwood, NY
$25/hr • 13 yrs exp
PT Early Education Student Looking For Part Or Full Time Babysitting Job
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Pleasantville based nanny and teaching artist. I have a plethora of child care and education experience, including being a full time nanny, working as a preschool teacher in the Montessori environment, and teaching and directing youth theatre. I have over a decade of babysitting and nannying experience with children ages...
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is that kind of sitter who gets down on the floor to play. She is innovative and playful and works well with different ages. She watches my 6yr old and has since he was born. She is trustworthy and responsible. She has helped nurture my son and will continue to...
Stephanie C.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a trained, certified Waldorf Early Childhood Educator. Over the past 20 years, I have worked as a teacher (preschool through high school) and Nanny/Family Assistant as well as having raised my own college-aged child. I hold 19 ECE units and maintain ongoing professional development. I have worked with children of all ages...
Roberta can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Roberta is exceptional, and was an incredible to support to our family. She cared for my two children for four sweet years, approximately 15 hours a week, beginning when they were 3yrs and newborn, until they were nearly 4 and 7 yrs. She was flexible, adaptable,...
Ashley M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Christina. I am 22 years old with my associates degree in paralegal studies! I currently live in Mahopac and I have been working with children since I was 13. I have also worked as a pre-school teacher for almost a year as well as an after school program! I have a valid drivers license with a reliable car...
Christina can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"A very sweet, caring, and flexible young woman"
Renee F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi families!
I'm currently a second grade bilingual teacher! I am looking to help someone during any breaks, winter break, February break or spring break! Also if you're looking for someone in the summer, please feel free to contact me
Nathaly can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"My girls (2 & 5) loved to have Nathaly as a babysitter, she was attentive and got down on the floor to play with them! Will definitely be hiring her in the future."
Juno R.
Kristen L.
Peekskill, NY
$20-21/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
I'm a caring and experienced childcare provider with a deep passion for nurturing children's growth and development. With over 15 years of experience, I'm skilled at creating a safe, stimulating environment where children thrive. I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules and ensuring the well-being of the children in my...
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"So grateful for Kristen! We hired Kristen as a nanny share to watch our 6 month old and a friend's two children (4 month old and 2 year old). Kristen did an outstanding job: she was very communicative, super knowledgeable, and totally calm and collected. She has...
Caroline G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have had many different experiences with all different kinds of children. I am 20 years old and I am a student at the University of Tampa. I am about to enter my junior year of college. I am studying to be a Pediatric Occupational Therapist. I have been baby-sitting for different families since my freshman year of High School...
Gabriella can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Such a sweat heart! She listens, is on time and my son loves her! Amazing!"
Laura D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Emily, a 23-year-old college student with five years of childcare experience. I spent two years working in an afterschool program and have been a nanny for the past three years. I love working with kids, planning fun and educational activities, and helping them reach their developmental milestones.
I believe every child...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emily took care of my two girls (elementary school age) after school for more than 8 months, until our family needs changed recently.
She drives kids around, does kids laundry, tidies up kids room and play area, prepares kids meal, and helps with kids bath time....
Hui W.
Deanna S.
Nanuet, NY
$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced caregiver who loves kids. I am currently working towards receiving my Master's in Education. I have a car for transportation and I am very punctual. I have babysat in my local area and while away at school. I have always loved working with kids. I enjoy helping with homework and housework, doing activities...
Deanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"She great and my kids love her. Very reliable and trustworthy, would recommend her to everyone I know."
Randy R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a 27-year-old female embarking on an exciting journey as I prepare to move to London this summer to pursue my dream of becoming a flight attendant. I have a rich background in healthcare, with over three years of dedicated experience working with a 23-year-old blind autistic male, where I nurtured my skills in...
Brianna can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Brianna is a very patient understanding individual who exercise's good judgment and patience. She is a respectful person who cares to the needs of a family and there children as well as there privacy. Brianna knows that children are the most important and special...
Pete G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Cynthia. I speak Spanish. I've worked for a nanny's agency for 2 years. I had been working as babysitter for many years (20+ years). I am looking for a full-time/part-time, short or long-term, weekend babysitting job. I have been working for many families with children of different ages. I am really a hardworking...
Cynthia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Cynthia has been our Nanny for the last 8 years and I cannot imagine my life without her. She started with our family when my daughter was 3 months old (and I had to go back to work) and was by my side when our son was born 15 months later. She played a critical...
Michelle M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I feel a Nanny or Caregiver should be trustworthy, lovable, and devote their babysitting hours not sitting around but being active with the children. Nannies help develop the child's growth and potential.
I have been a Nanny for many babies and children of all ages over the years.
I have years of experience with all ages.
I do...
Dawn can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Dawn took great care of my daughter, she was very interactive and playful. Would definitely recommend her!"
Erin J.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in West Haverstraw, NY
Deyanira M.
5.0
I know her for almost two years. She is an amazing person and caregiver, she is responsible, trustworthy and dedicated on her job and personal life. I know the family she has been living with and I can say how much they like her. I am sure you will let your kids on good hands with her.
- Maria D.
Caitlin W.
5.0
Caitlin was wonderful. Our little one was so excited to spend time with her and can't wait to do it again. We will definitely contact her again in the future.
- Courtney D.
Annly M.
5.0
We interviewed Annly and she was great!
- Yumairy B.
Nicole J.
4.0
I hired Nicole to watch my 2 month daughter along with my 3 year old sister. Nicole was great at calming the children when fussy or when my sister would fall. Also she was always willing to help clean and cook while my mother was sick. She is great at directions along with listening. Nicole only...
- Josh H.
Hiba A.
5.0
My kids loved her, punctual, understanding, personable and a wonderful help
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in West Haverstraw, NY:
How can I find a West Haverstraw babysitter near me?
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How much do babysitters charge in West Haverstraw, NY?
The average rate for West Haverstraw, NY babysitters on Care.com is $18.33 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 West Haverstraw, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in West Haverstraw, 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.