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216 child care providers are listed in Schenectady, NY

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby child care providers is 6 years

Child care providers in Schenectady, NY

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Brooke L.


Schenectady, NY

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Looking To Care For Your Baby/Child

4.7

(3)

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Brooke and I am 41 years young. I am excited to care for your baby or child. I have more than 25+ years of experience caring for newborns. I have experience with twins and preemies. I have also worked at Tampa General Hospital as their Newborn Photographer. I am very comfortable with babies. I have been a nanny...
Brooke can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0
"We hired Brooke to care for our son while we attended a seminar in Tampa. Since we were from out of state and were very nervous about leaving him with a caregiver we asked Brooke to meet us at the hotel early, and she had no problem doing so, she was right on time....

Stacey P.

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Madelaine G.


Schenectady, NY

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Attentive And Caring Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello there! I look forward to working with your family to ensure everyone is cared for safely and thoughtfully. I previously worked in a childcare facility for four years prior to beginning my full-time studies. I have recently graduated with my BBA and am looking for childcare jobs outside of my regular working hours. Beyond...
Madelaine can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Maddie has been working for my family for the summer and honestly am going to be super sad too see her go she and my son absolutely LOVE each other she has Motherly instincts in my opinion is a huge plus she is kind and caring keeps things clean and is always on...

Koreena G.

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Mercedes G.


Schenectady, NY

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

I'm a Venezuelan medical doctor, moving to Schenectady NY this summer, I work in the USA as caregiver specializing as new born, infants nanny, enjoy walking children out as much as possible, reading and playing. My goal is keep your baby happy, clean and healthy; l am myself mother of three healthy grow up children. CPR...
Mercedes can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Mercedes is like family. We hired her after my maternity leave ended and she was with us until my son turned 1 and started daycare. We live far from home and family so she quickly became my son's "Nana," and provided him all the love and care we could have ever...

Ariel G.

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Bibi Z.


Schenectady, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 20 years of experience taking care of children from newborns to 9-years old , as well as twins. I am loving, very nice, reliable , responsible, and a very respectful person whom anyone can trust to take care of their children. I have three children of my own 2 daughters who are 28 and 25, and a son who's 23. I treat the...
5.0
"Bibi is worth her weight in gold. She is kind, caring, sweet, empathetic, engaging with the kids...but Bibi is truly more than just a caregiver, she truly becomes a member of your family. I have never met someone who loves kids more than Bibi, and she will dedicate...

Care member

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Melissa T.


Schenectady, NY

$16-23/hr10 yrs exp

Date Night Or Weekend Babysitter With Variable

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello I'm 54-year-old professional Nanny non smoker/drinker with two grown daughters whom are both nurses and a grandmother to a 6 yr old grandson and a 9-month-old grandson. Currently I'm living in Scotia NY . I have years of experience caring for children of all ages but infant to 3 years old is what I specialize in including...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Melissa is very interactive with my son and attentive to his needs. She is easy to communicate with, and flexible with changes in needs. I would highly recommend her. "

Marina N.

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Jean Line L.


Schenectady, NY

$21/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello. My name is Jean Line , I am 27 years old. I graduated in 2020 from Schenectady County Community College earning my Early Childhood degree. Taking care of others has been a passion of mine for a very long time. I love kids. I enjoy being around them making them laugh, teaching them from right and wrong and helping them out...
Jean Line can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

CNA

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jean Line is quite possibly the best babysitter we've ever had the pleasure of working with. Our toddler, who's usually shy, loved her right away and gave her a big smile when she came back the next day. No complaints whatsoever, only praise! "

Aleksy T.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a pca I have 15 years + experience I also babysit part times I have extent reference I love work with kids and parents also elderly
Roseita can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
5.0
"Roseita is hard-working, caring and compassionate. She is always communicating with me, I wish there was two of her."

Brock D.

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Deanna M.


Schenectady, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Loving Energetic Part-Time Date Night Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello families! I was a past teacher and now stay at home mom looking for some occasional drop off care out of my home for families who need a few hours to run errands and have someone reliable watch their kids for 3 hour windows. Whether its needing to go to an appointment, or just need a few hours of help in the daytime...
Deanna can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Deanna is a caring, kind, responsible and dependable caregiver for our two kids ages 2 and 5! She brings to the table years of experience in teaching various ages ranging from preschool to elementary school, and it absolutely shows in her ability to meet the kids...

Dorothea M.

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Lindsey W.


Schenectady, NY

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Lindsey! I have 10 years of experience made up by time as a babysitter, a caregiver, and a substitute teacher. I am currently in college working to receive my degree in Inclusive Early Childhood Education. I am enthusiastic about giving kids the space to be themselves while also teaching them what it means to be patient,...
Lindsey can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Lindsey did a great job entertaining our two girls when we needed a last-minute sitter. Thanks!"

Jerry N.

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Georgia K.


Schenectady, NY

$16-20/hr9 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting kids in my hometown for about 9 years, with experience in a wide range of ages, spanning from newborns and toddlers all the way up to middle schoolers to whom I also provided tutoring in math, English, and social studies. As a Type 1 Diabetic, I have a lot of experience with chronic illness and have cared...
Georgia can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Georgia was fantastic with my son. She went above and beyond, even bought and brought him toys and books that he still loves. "

Sruthi M.

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Lauren M.


Schenectady, NY

$16-20/hr5 yrs exp

Enthusiastic And Experienced Babysitter Available Work Whenever I Am Needed.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am very passionate about watching and teaching children as well as assuring their safety when they are in my care! I have worked in a classroom setting as a preschool teacher and have a Bachelors degree in early childhood education/special ed. The majority of my experience comes from nannying children from ages 7mo-6yrs....
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"She was amazing with my son. She asked to bring him to the park as well as story time at our local library. Lauren prepared healthy meals for my son and gave him a very relaxed but fun morning. There was no hesitation when it came to helping with potty training and...

Jeff L.

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Madeline P.


Schenectady, NY

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

Current Preschool Teacher Looking To Move Into A A Long-term Family Role

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am an early-childhood teacher hoping to build a lasting relationship with your family. I currently have a job as a full-time nanny but I am available to babysit during nights and weekends. I have an Art Education (k-12) degree and spent time in college studying dance and music. I developed a love for working with...
Madeline can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"This was my children's first 'real' babysitter, and they had a great time! The actually hope that I hire Maddie again. :-). I felt comfortable leaving my children with her, and that is saying a lot."

Daniele S.

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Keeley H.


Schenectady, NY

$16-25/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Babysitter

Hello! I am a college student and a member of the United States Air Force Reserves. I am a responsible, hard working young woman with goals of becoming a successful Healthcare Manager. I have been working with kids for 5+ years, from babysitting to lifeguarding to after-school and summer programs. I tend to communicate with...
Keeley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I have known Keeley for more than 10 years. She is my children’s favorite babysitter and friend."

Care member

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Lauren M.


Schenectady, NY

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Need A Night Out? Email Me

My name is Lauren and I am a Social Psychologist who has always liked kids. Their energy and enthusiasm is the best! I have over 10 years of experience working as a babysitter and taking care of my friends' kids. I can also assist with homework, meal prep and laundry. I work for the Department of Health from Monday-Friday...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I've known Lauren as a friend for 30 years, and she is responsible, kind and dependable. She was a big help after I had my kids ( ages 4 and 1) and would watch them so I could nap or get things done around the house. My kids are always excited to see her and they...

Catherine D.

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Cuwani C.


Schenectady, NY

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm a childcare provider with over a decade of experience caring for children of all ages. My interest in caring for children stems from my passion for nurturing their growth and development. I am patient, calm, and creative, and I have a knack for making children feel comfortable and safe. I am also very comfortable enforcing...
Cuwani can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Cuwani was able to adapt to the needs of my children and connect with them to gain their trust."

Joel B.

Child care centers in Schenectady, NY

Healthy Living Daycare

Healthy Living Daycare

2133 Greenpoint Ave, Schenectady, NY

5.0

(1)

I am a stay at home mommy with a social butterfly of a 2 year old, who really wants more friends to play with every day! We live in a nice quiet area of Rotterdam, within walking distance of a park and only a short drive to the library! Our backyard is completely fenced and lots of toys to play on....
5.0
"Excellent with kids and a lovely human being!"

Allison M.


0071 - Childtime on Vly Road

0071 - Childtime on Vly Road

145 Vly Rd, SCHENECTADY, NY

At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults...

Sportime Eager Explorers Daycare

Sportime Eager Explorers Daycare

2699 Curry Rd, SCHENECTADY, NY

Starting at $350/mo

We are a small daycare, licensed by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS), located within SPORTIME Schenectady, a family-oriented tennis and sports club. Eager Explorers is designed to serve preschool age children - our focus is on, and our expertise is in, their...

Clover Patch Camp

Clover Patch Camp

55 Helping Hand Ln, Schenectady, NY

Clover Patch is a summer camp for individuals with disabilities where each camper is encouraged to reach his or her fullest potential. Since 1965, Clover Patch Camp has provided individuals with disabilities opportunities to make new friends, create everlasting memories, and experience a genuine...

Rainbow Express, Inc. is a child care provider that serves the community of Schenectady NY. It offers a nurturing environment and provides age-appropriate programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children. The center provides complete developmental programs for 94 children and...

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Most recent reviews for child care providers in Schenectady, NY

Brooke L.

5.0

We hired Brooke to care for our son while we attended a seminar in Tampa. Since we were from out of state and were very nervous about leaving him with a caregiver we asked Brooke to meet us at the hotel early, and she had no problem doing so, she was right on time. As soon as we met Brooke we were...

- Stacey P.

Madelaine G.

5.0

Maddie has been working for my family for the summer and honestly am going to be super sad too see her go she and my son absolutely LOVE each other she has Motherly instincts in my opinion is a huge plus she is kind and caring keeps things clean and is always on time she is responsible and carries...

- Koreena G.

Mercedes G.

5.0

Mercedes is like family. We hired her after my maternity leave ended and she was with us until my son turned 1 and started daycare. We live far from home and family so she quickly became my son's "Nana," and provided him all the love and care we could have ever asked for. Mercedes is patient, kind,...

- Ariel G.

Bibi Z.

5.0

Bibi is worth her weight in gold. She is kind, caring, sweet, empathetic, engaging with the kids...but Bibi is truly more than just a caregiver, she truly becomes a member of your family. I have never met someone who loves kids more than Bibi, and she will dedicate herself entirely to her job and to...

- Care member

Melissa T.

5.0

Melissa was great! The kids liked her instantly. My 3 year old son was very comfortable with her and my 9 year old daughter loved that she did science experiments with her. She even washed the dishes! I definitely plan on having Melissa sit for us again!

- Alison K.

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Ratings for Schenectady, NY child care providers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.9 / 5

Child Care Providers in Schenectady, NY are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 47 reviews of the 216 listed child care providers.