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60 infant babysitters are listed in Cortland, NY
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby infant babysitters is 5 years
Infant babysitters in Cortland, NY
I'd describe my personality as caring, encouraging, supportive.
I like working with kids because I believe that kids hold so much love and joy that everyone needs to be reminded of. I also love supporting kids in unlocking their potential.
I started working with kids when I was in high school and through college with various...
Since I was old enough to stay home alone I started babysitting. I'm from a small town where everyone knows everyone so on the weekends I generally had a handful of kids to babysit while the parents went out. I absolutely love children. I'm a momma of two boys ages 1. 5 and 5!
Ashlie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Mother to two teenagers and a preschool teacher during the week looking to making some extra money doing what I do best- caring for children! I can help with light housework, meals, and anything else. I love animals and have my own car.
Jill can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Elisha H.
Homer, NY
$18-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Elisha, I am a local special education teacher with a degree in Early Childhood Inclusive Education from SUNY Cortland. I have always loved kids and have nannied for various families throughout my high school and college career! I am CPR (infant and adult), AED, First aid and Lifeguard certified through the Red...
Elisha can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Dariana P.
Ithaca, NY
$28-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(13)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
For years I have been caring for infants as young as newborns and children of many ages. One of my favorite things to do with children is to go to the park and do art. Sound fun? Send me a message :)
I usually respond within the hour or the day after.
Important:
(I am currently only taking housekeeping work)
Dariana can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"My family and I are new to town. We were looking for someone to clean the house and found Dariana on Care.com. Dariana has come to clean a couple times now and she is amazing! She is very thorough, reliable, professional and does an amazing job cleaning the house....
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My goal is to empower kids to be curious and respectful, and to give them as much independence as possible. I have > 9 years of professional experience caring for and educating kids. I worked with kids from diverse backgrounds and ages (5-18) as a STEM and Education Specialist for the Boys and Girls Club for 6 years. I was...
Savannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Savannah has been fantastic with our twins! She's timely, communicates well, and reliable! She has helped them grow and explore the world around them over the last few months! "
Erica M.
Nicole B.
Ithaca, NY
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Upbeat Creative Nanny & Teacher & Tutor With Almost 20 Years Of Experience!
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Currently looking for 6-10 hours/week. Weekday afternoon preferred but can be flexible. With almost 20 years of experience as a babysitter, nanny, house manager, tutor, and teacher, I am an enthusiastic, organized, present, and loving caregiver. I love to take kids on adventures like the park, playground, museums and use those...
Nicole can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Nicole is an amazing, kind, artistic, and patient person. She was a perfect fit for our family (she worked for us when our son was 2-3 and our daughter 5-6) and we were so sad when she moved away. Nicole always took initiative and loved to be outdoors with our son...
Damian G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am available for part time childcare, preferably during mornings but I can be flexible if need be. While I am comfortable with children of all ages, being a doula as well, I am most comfortable and experienced with babies and young toddlers.
Wilhelmina can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mina was our "pandemic nanny" and she took such great care of my little one and our home. She was affectionate and present with my daughter and really helped shepherd her development from a cuddly baby to a lively toddler. Mina was a constant learner when it came...
Dannie S.
Willow L.
Ithaca, NY
$16-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Willow, I am currently a student at Binghamton University! I am looking for part time work while I'll be home on breaks! I am the oldest of 4 and have been around kids my whole life. I lots have experience watching kids and helping out with house hold tasks. I also coach soccer to girls under 10, and love to do...
5.0
"My son loved Willow! He even asked for her when he woke up in the morning. "
Care member
Chloe S.
Ithaca, NY
$16-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am an experienced college student looking for babysitting gigs. I have experience babysitting for numerous families and have worked as a camp counselor watching up to 10 kids ages 5 years old
Chloe can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Chloe was very attentive and enthusiastic with my 2.5 year old daughter. My daughter enjoyed her company and I felt she was in good hands."
Jennifer H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a third year college student who has been babysitting since I was 15 years old. I have a little brother who is 6 years old that I helped take care of a lot so I am comfortable with alI ages. Besides babysitting I also used to tutor and I still petsit so I could help with those needs as well. I have a car and I am willing to...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Madison watched my dogs for a few days. One of them is recovering from surgery so needed additional attention. The dogs seemed well cared for and she was also willing to help by staying longer than planned when it looked like my travel was going to be significantly...
Selena T.
Morgan T.
Ithaca, NY
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(13)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I love being a babysitter and have been watching toddlers and kids since I was 16 years old. I also have experience with children through working with the children's ministry at church, directing the youth choir, and tutoring children. My tasks in previous babysitting roles included pick-up/drop-off to extracurricular...
Morgan can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We had the absolute pleasure of having Morgan watch our two kids for an entire weekend, and we couldn’t be more grateful. From the moment she arrived, it was clear that she is thoughtful, kind, and truly attentive. She went above and beyond to make sure our kids...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Jess. I am a nanny, babysitter, and daycare teacher, with over eight years of experience who grew up in the Ithaca area. I graduated from the University of Rochester in 2021, moved back to town, and now work at a local non-profit. As passionate as I am about the work I now do, I often find myself missing the eye...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jess spent the last year with our family watching our almost 3 year old son. She does a fantastic job with him, teaching and helping him to develop new skills. She finds fun activities to incorporate into the day to day giving our son exposure to new things. Jess...
Stacy R.
5.0
(19)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
I left the corporate world in 2010 to begin working as a nanny. First I worked for a friend, then did it for a living. I love kids and have found that being an influence in a child's life is far more fulfilling than my work as an executive assistant. I've worked with kids with special needs (both physical and emotional), and...
Stacie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Stacie cared for our one-year-old daughter in 2023 until we moved out of town and we miss her every day. Stacie is a wonderful nanny and person and our daughter loved her from the moment we met her. They would always have lots of fun together, and Stacie would...
Hannah K.
Emelia P.
Ithaca, NY
$16-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 20-year-old college student seeking part-time work during my breaks in northern CT (Granby, Simsbury, Suffield area) and during the school year near my college in Ithaca, NY. I will graduate in 2024 with a degree in Applied Psychology.
I have several years of experience caring for children of all ages. I am...
Emelia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Emmy is amazing with kids! She helped us over the winter break to watch our toddler son who was home for two months with a broken leg. Emmy went above and beyond to help our son while he learned to walk again, and even helped with potty training. Emmy is a pro -...
Jess M.
Colleen B.
Ithaca, NY
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, I am Colleen! I am 27 years old and currently going to school at Ithaca College to obtain my Master's of Physician Assistant. I have babysitting experience for the past 15 years. I love to have fun and get kids motivated, whether it be in their favorite sport, hobby, or school. I love to inspire them and watch them grow.
Colleen can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Colleen is great! She watched my 6 month old son weekly and picked up my daughter from school when needed. Kept a great schedule for both of them and was very interactive. I would absolutely recommend her"
Andrea M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I live in Ithaca New York. Previously I babysat children and pets around my neighborhood and assisted with housekeeping duties. I have younger cousins of my own as well as two dogs which have helped me gain some adequate knowledge about children and pets. Outside of school and work I love to play volleyball, lacrosse...
Sophia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sweet and caring with our kiddo! He loved doing craft projects with her."
Irene L.
Cara V.
Ithaca, NY
$16-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have babysat since I was 14, all ages. I graduated college with a degree in psychology and chemistry. I love kids and have hopes to be a pediatric PA some day. I have worked as a nursing assistant and a medical assistant. I am currently in PA school and I am CPR certified.
A little bit about me: I played basketball in...
Cara can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Cara was great with our three boys! They loved her and want her to come back. "
Care member
Hello! My Name is Ashley. I am 34 years old and an Army Veteran. I am a certified medical assistant but love working for families with children! I have 1 child and 2 step children that I care for a would treat your children like my own! I have been babysitting and nannying children since I was 15 years old, and absolutely love...
Ashley can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Annalyse. I relocated to the Ithaca area after graduating college. I'm currently an L&D and postpartum registered nurse and I am great with infants :)
Annalyse can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Cortland, NY
Dariana P.
5.0
My family and I are new to town. We were looking for someone to clean the house and found Dariana on Care.com. Dariana has come to clean a couple times now and she is amazing! She is very thorough, reliable, professional and does an amazing job cleaning the house. I highly recommend her!
- Care member
Savannah P.
5.0
Savannah has been fantastic with our twins! She's timely, communicates well, and reliable! She has helped them grow and explore the world around them over the last few months!
- Erica M.
Nicole B.
5.0
Nicole was the best! She was our first hired babysitter through Care.com and she made the whole process really easy. Right from the get go she was responsive, mature, responsible and most importantly confident and kind caring for our 8 month old. She's a real pro and would definitely use her...
- Alexis L.
Wilhelmina S.
5.0
Mina was our "pandemic nanny" and she took such great care of my little one and our home. She was affectionate and present with my daughter and really helped shepherd her development from a cuddly baby to a lively toddler. Mina was a constant learner when it came to child development and always...
- Dannie S.
Willow L.
5.0
My son loved Willow! He even asked for her when he woke up in the morning.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Cortland, NY
What is the average pay for an infant babysitter near me in Cortland, NY in April, 2025?
If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in New York, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Cortland have rates starting at $17.11.
How can I find an infant babysitter near me in Cortland, NY?
To find the right infant babysitter for you and your family, you can search through babysitting websites like Care.com to find the right fit. You can find 18 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.
What questions should I ask a potential infant babysitter near me in Cortland, NY?
There are 18 infant babysitters near you in Cortland, NY. To narrow down your choices, you’ll want to interview potential infant babysitters. When it comes time to interview different potential caretakers, you may want to have a list of questions to ask potential babysitters for infants. You may want to ask them what babysitter duties they’ll take on, what their past work experience is like, and if they have any references you can speak to. The right questions to ask when interviewing a babysitter for an infant are the questions that matter to you.