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3,092 babysitters are listed in New York, NY
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in New York, NY
Kenzie M.
New York, NY
$30-38/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknight And Weekend Babysitting Jobs.
4.9
(10)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Experienced Babysitter. Comfortable with pets, CPR certified and fully vaccinated - Professional Sitting Jobs (2018 - Present)
Kenzie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I cannot say enough great things about Kenzie. She helped watch our 13 month old son 2-3 times a week for 4 months. She has always made us feel confident that we could could leave for date night and not worry. She is SO MUCH FUN and our son just adores her. She...
Brandi H.
Sarah Y.
New York, NY
$17-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknight And Weekend Babysitting Jobs
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Sarah. I am 20 years old and I have grown up in four different countries, but have lived in the New York area for the majority of my life. I am fluent in English and proficient in Korean and Mandarin. I come from a family of three children. My parents taught me the value of education and strong moral values...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Absolutely the best! Caring, attentive, fun, energetic. A treasure."
Jennifer M.
Parker J.
New York, NY
$28-50/hr • 12 yrs exp
Reliable, Full-time, Experienced Caretaker/nanny/babysitter
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Currently enrolled in a Masters Program for Educational Psychology at Hunter University. Available all summer, once the school year comes back my only limitations would be Monday and Tuesday nights. I have experience caring for Newborns to high schoolers, with families up to 3 children.
Parker can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She was great with my daughter, punctual and professional."
Giselle A.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have more than 25 years of dealing with children and am fluent in the Spanish language. I have three children of my own (all boys). I have been able to teach all of the children I've work with basic Spanish. When caring for children, I would usually arrange play dates with other nannies within the building to have activities...
Norma can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Norma worked us for 4 years taking care of our newborn and 3 year old. She was great with home tasks and very punctual. She was great at arranging play dates and taking care of the home: fixing things, buying organizational space saving equipment. She also helped...
Yvonne L.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
(Looking for Part-Time or Full Time)
Hello! My name is Keren, and I am a bilingual caregiver fluent in both English and Spanish. I have over six years of experience in babysitting and household cleaning, and I take great pride in providing compassionate, responsible, and trustworthy care to children of all ages. My experience...
Keren can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I'm not sure where to start. Keren has changed our lives. My partner and I work full time and have two small children and live in the city. Our apartment was a mess and we were overwhelmed. We found Keren on Care.com and she came over the next day and made...
Sarah T.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am the mother of two children and to me children are heaven sent. They are what you show them what you teach them they are a sponge. Love, Attention, Patience and care is all they need. I have been caring for children for over 21 yrs, and I can say I truly love working with kids. I approach each child as an individual who I...
Frances can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I highly recommend Frances. Not only did she take excellent care of our children, she went above and beyond assisting with household chores during nap time. It was a delight to come home to happy fed and bathed children but also a sparking kitchen and basket of...
Care member
5.0
(14)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Rachel, I'm 24 and a graduate of Connecticut College. I have nannied and babysat for multiple families over the years. I have BLS (basic life support) certification. Additionally, have experience tutoring and babysitting kids ages 0-14. I've been living in NYC for about 2 years and am about to start a full time graduate...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rachel is truly the ideal babysitter/caregiver and has been absolutely phenomenal with our 7-month-old (started with him when he was just 5 months). She completely put my nerves at ease the first time we met, and continues to impress me with her maturity and...
Care member
5.0
(15)
Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Jackie. I have always been interested in childhood development and was able to pursue this interest at the University of Rhode Island with a major in psychology. During this time I participated in a community outreach program. I spent several afternoons a week working with underprivileged children and their parents. This...
Jacqueline can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We were in desperate need of a sitter same-day Jacqueline made herself available. I was a little nervous about leaving our 7 year old with a stranger, but Jackie agreed to come early so we could chat and get a feel for each other. I was quickly put at ease. She...
Patrick H.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a very dependable, patient, and compassionate person when it comes to working with children. For the past six years I have worked at an after-school program in Buffalo, New York. This past year I served as the Program Director; I was responsible for overseeing 50 children, ranging from kindergarten to fourth grade. I...
Alexandra can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have known Allie for 5 years. She has become part of our family. She has cared for my pets and is one of the few people I trust with my dog and 2 cats. She also does a wonderful job taking care of our home when we are traveling. She understands how much I miss my...
Michelle K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am young professional living in Harlem after attending UC Berkeley and graduating with a Bachelor's in Sociology. I am enthusiastic, love to be active with kids and am very patient. I love kids and have always tried to fit babysitting in around the edges even at school because I find it fun for both me and the kids I'm...
Maria can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maria watched my two children three days a week after school for five months. She was 100% reliable. She was always on time, very tidy and always got done what I asked her to. On a personal level, Maria is whip smart, kind and lovely to be around. My kids adore her...
Kellie A.
5.0
(1)
I have been working with children for four years now, as well as having prior experience in a daycare setting in high school. I am one of nine children, and as such have had much experience babysitting and managing sometimes hectic situations. I have also been a Classroom Counselor at a summer school camp for 2 years working...
5.0
"Hannah provided childcare for my two daughters, ages 9 and 6. She also tutored my oldest in math and ELA. She created a fun, supportive, and challenging learning environment. Both of my children loved spending time with her. I would highly recommend Hannah to...
Jamie A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a 10-year-old daughter who is going to school, and while she is in school I would love to do what I do best, care for children. I enjoy the personalities that they have and the big imagination. I have taking care of many kids before, as well as at our children's church, which range from 9 months to 13 years old. Also I am...
Alba can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alba has been a great resource for me to get things off my chores list. She is reliable and responsive, which is greatly appreciated. I like that she is open to help with what needs to be done. Working with her has been easy as my toddler connected with her as...
Remya T.
Lydia C.
New York, NY
$18-22/hr • 8 yrs exp
Reliable, Fun, Easygoing Babysitter In NYC! (College Educated, Vaccinated)
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Lydia, I'm a Conn College graduate and have lived in the city for over two years working in real estate administration. I have been babysitting for over 8 years for children 0-14, and most recently for two boys ages 3 and 6 (consistently for over 2 years, date night and overnight care). Since they moved from NYC,...
Lydia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Lydia is a funny, outgoing, and active person! She will have plenty of fun ideas to share with your children and keep them entertained for hours!"
Aidan S.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Charlie. I am an actor/singer who hails from North Carolina. I have been babysitting, "mannying", and working with children of all ages for several years. I am a non-smoking, pet-loving, CPR-certified college grad who is completely comfortable navigating the streets of NYC and taking care of children of all ages. I am...
Charlie can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Charlie helped us out in the morning for a few months this year. He quickly earned our trust and was a reliable caretaker. We would be happy to recommend him."
Scott B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Katherine. I have been babysitting for over 10 years for children of all ages. I've done everything from pick ups and drop offs, feeding, baths, and helped children with homework, arranged playdates, etc.
I am a college graduate. I am CPR certified, swimming instructor and I'm also fluent in Spanish. If you would like to...
Katherine can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I interviewed her, she is very good."
Ying R.
5.0
(2)
Hi, I'm Gianna, I come from a family of six girls, myself being the youngest, and I've been babysitting since I was 13 years old. I graduated from Bucknell University in PA with a Bachelor of Science in Biology as a track and field athlete all 4 years. I am a registered EMT, am CPR and AED certified, and have grown up with 2...
Gianna can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Gianna was so helpful caring for my two boys (13 & 7) and our dog. She is so sweet, was always on time and was able to keep my two busy the whole day! Her energy and ability to stay on top of their schedules was great. She got them outside and even walked and fed...
Antonia P.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Liza and I am 29 years old with 13 years of nannying and babysitting experience. I am looking for a full-time position around 7-8 a.m. to 3-4 PM, and possibly a weekend job.
Liza can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"she is the sweetest girl we have ever met, we are very thankful for all that she has done for us! the most reliable and trustworthy person you can come across. my girls and my family love this girl. and just let me tell you, consider it a privilege to have this...
Celeste C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love kids and they've always loved me too! I have babysat for many years, and have experience with children of all ages. I love to continuing to positively influence and work with them!
Mikaela can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"Mikaela is extremely personable, capable, and professional. We hired her after interviewing many candidates, and we did not regret it. She's a wonderful person and a great caregiver."
Daniel C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Raina, I'm 27, grew up in NYC and have been working on an organic flower and vegetable farm in the Hudson Valley, but am moving back to NYC in April. I graduated from Bucknell University with a bachelors in English lit. I love knitting, reading, doing crafts/art projects, roller skating, making floral arrangements and...
Raina can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
5.0
"Raina is wonderful! She interacts with the kids, and they have a wonderful time with her. She is so so great. I would re-hire her anytime."
Laura R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Brae and I am a junior at LMU, and I'm looking to do some part time babysitting. I am looking for work during the evenings and on weekends. I have 8 years of experience working with children from newborns to 11-year-olds, and I am CPR Certified. As I am a student, I am mostly looking for work in the...
Brae can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We love Brae! Our boys look forward to her arrival each time she comes to our home. Brae is very punctual, makes meals, tidies up, and keep our boys engaged in fun activities. She's also extremely trustworthy. She has taken our boys to the pool and the beach and I...
Kate C.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in New York, NY
Kenzie M.
5.0
Kenzie has been an absolute delight. She is engaging, communicative and down right lovely to have around. Our kids thrived in her care and we look forward to remaining in touch as she completes her studies.
I highly recommend Kenzie for your family. May our loss be your gain!
- Arna M.
Sarah Y.
5.0
Absolutely the best! Caring, attentive, fun, energetic. A treasure.
- Jennifer M.
Parker J.
5.0
Parker has gone above & beyond our expectations and my kids absolutely love her! She not only helps with the daily house chores she takes my kids on special memorable outings that they love! I hope she gets to stay with our family for a long time!
- Kate H.
Norma F.
5.0
I honestly can't say enough about Norma, and feel so very thankful to have found her on care.com. We aren't from NYC, and wanted to find someone who would be the best for our baby boy. She is more than just wonderful for him! She's kind, caring, she helps work with his word development & is teaching...
- Kimberly J.
Keren A.
5.0
I'm not sure where to start. Keren has changed our lives. My partner and I work full time and have two small children and live in the city. Our apartment was a mess and we were overwhelmed. We found Keren on Care.com and she came over the next day and made everything better - organized, scrubbed,...
- Sarah T.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in New York, NY:
How can I find a New York babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in New York, 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 3,092 babysitters in New York, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 New York, NY?
The average rate for New York, NY babysitters on Care.com is $22.19 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 New York, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in New York, 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.
Ratings for New York, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in New York, NY are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 1,222 reviews of the 3,092 listed babysitters.