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60 infant babysitters are listed in Islip Terrace, NY
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby infant babysitters is 6 years
Infant babysitters in Islip Terrace, NY
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! My name's Jen. I'm 30 years old and live in Nesconset. I've been caring for children since I was 13, kids ranging from four weeks to 13 years old. I have experience teaching in daycares as an infant lead teacher and as a preschool lead teacher. I absolutely adore kids. I'm available nights after 6 p.m. and...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jen has watched our infant son since he was 4 months old, and we couldn't be happier with her care! She is prompt, considerate, and absolutely loving. She entertains him with songs, reads to him, helps him with his gross and fine motor skills, and makes him squeal...
Alison G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love taking care of kids, helping them learn and be creative. I am the youngest of three kids in my family so I really enjoy being around children since I was not around many growing up. I have over 13 years of experience as a babysitter, nanny, and lead infant teacher at a daycare. I am a hands on caregiver, I take kids to...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We worked with Alyssa from Sept 2021 to May 2022 and she was great with my girls. She has a calming presence, and she provided us with a great first nanny experience. She is an experienced child care provider and I was very comfortable leaving my children in her...
Sharmila V.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Umadai. Im 54. I am fully vaccinated against COVID19. I have 10+ years experience working with kids newborn-teen. I also have experience with special needs children and adults. I do not mind helping with small household chores. I look forward to hearing from you!
5.0
"Umadai and I have worked together in the past; she's compassionate, hardworking, and a motherly person who takes her job seriously. She gets along very well with children and takes care of them like her own. She can be fun, upbeat, and knows how to cheer you up...
Anuradha B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a Newborn Care Specialist, sleep consultant and Newborn Parent support. I am available for overnight hours or 24 hour shifts.. Also have some daytime hours available for parent training and support. I have 30 years childcare experience. I started out as a live in nanny when I was 18 years old. For the past 7 years I have...
Tamara can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Tamara is beyond amazing! She took care of our newborn baby starting from the first night we came back from the hospital. Tamara helped us survive the first month - my husband and I managed to get much needed rest at night knowing our baby is under excellent...
Shuran Y.
5.0
(4)
I am a mother to 2 lovely daughters ages 21 and 19. I've been a stay at home mother since the birth of my eldest. After the birth of my girls I was a surrogate for my sister-in-law. After the birth of my 16-year-old niece I started sitting for various families in my home (preferred). During these last 16 years, I have lovingly...
Karen can also help with: Travel, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Karen was a wonderful sitter for my two boys. She did an excellent job taking care of them. My oldest was 2 when we hired her. We then had our second son and she started watching him when he was 6 weeks old. We used her as our daycare provider for 7 years, until...
Melissa K.
Kaitlyn R.
Blue Point, NY
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Very Friendly , Love Kids And To Make Them Smile And Feel Comfortable With Me
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi all! I am currently working part time as a nanny but am open to working mornings and date nights as well! I have experience with kids from newborn to 12+ years old. I am great with babies/toddlers and helping them to reach their milestone and teach them new things daily and set up activities ! I am also great with school aged...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
5.0
"Kaitlyn was amazing with my now 12 month old son. She was extremely reliable and also flexible. My son loved spending time with her every day, she cooked him meals, made him snacks always tried to play outside and read books. I would absolutely recommend and hire...
Stephanie Z.
5.0
(1)
I have years of experience, I babysat for my neighbors children ages 1 and 4 for 2 years before I moved to another town. I now have been babysitting for a family since august, a 2 and 4-year-old. It's only on Thursdays. I also raised my two grown daughters. I was a police officer for 31 years and I am now retired. I am fun but...
Jeanette can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jeanette watched my 2 boys, that are 1 and 3 1/2 years old, filling in for a sick grandparent. She was reliable, easy to communicate with and fun!! She was fully engaged with them, creative, and kept them safe and entertained. The boys loved her! We look forward to...
Laura P.
Louisa E.
Commack, NY
$18-23/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.3
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Caring, energetic, and loving individual who is passionate about kids' health and wellness. 9 years of full time experience caring for children aged newborn through toddler and has stayed with three families until the children were off to school. Believes in keeping the kids busy by teaching them creative crafts, playing games...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Louisa has been an asset to our family for the past two years and has helped take care of our two children (now 3 and 5) like they're her own. She arrives early, is clean and meticulous, and goes above and beyond to make the children and parents happy. She is...
Margaret L.
Ashley L.
Bay Shore, NY
$17-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.5
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love working with kids, I always babysit, I work well with everyone and have no problems, kids love me. I love to play with them and make them smile, I will be glad with any job, but I rather to be with kids more then anything, I know how kids can be but no kid for me is difficult, I love kids and this is why my career is...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ashley is a considerate and caring person . She is hard working and trustworthy . "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am very patient, kind and fun, I love children and I love being with them, I have a lot of experience with children and babies, I am very responsible and organized, I work with what I love and it makes me very happy, I took a child education and development course , and I also have a first aid course.
Rebeca can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rebeca was a great sitter for us and was always friendly and kind! She did so well with our child. She was on time and communicated with us well and in a timely manner!"
Sarah B.
Jennifer C.
Deer Park, NY
$23-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hello my name is Jennifer I am nurturing, energetic, responsible and caring. I have been in the medical field and a babysitter for 7 years now. Where I've gained my knowledge and experience I take a lot of pride in patient in what I do and I'm happy to help. I'm pursuing my career in Radiology Technology and looking for a part...
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"She was amazing took great care of my 3 babies and taught my oldest Spanish."
Stephanie C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Yolany. I'm 31 years old. In my years of experience I have learn that every child is different and special. I love arts and crafts, singing and dancing, teaching them their surroundings, teach them how to be organized and respectful to one another, make homework and eating fun, read books before nap time,...
Yolany can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"She's was great sadly i had to move to the city and she couldn't come with me."
Elaine W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi all! My name is Sarah and I want to be your nanny! I am 24 years old from Long Island, New York and I'm seeking a full time live in/ live out nanny position, and Willing to relocate!
I want to make sure you and your family feel as safe and secure as possible!
I prioritize activities such as reading, singing and music and...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sarah regularly watches our four month old and she has a wonderful bond with him. You can tell that she truly cares for him. She sings and reads to him all the time. She is great with feedback and is a champ at helping him do tummy time (which has improved...
Katrice K.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Savi, and my experiences with children include that I Babysat for my own 5th grade teacher (3 children) after elementary for 6 years and assisted her in her classroom for 5 years, I was a live in nanny in Washington state for 6 months(2 children). Currently take care of a 2-year-old (since 10 months) and an...
Savanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Savi is the best Nanny we could have asked for to take care of our super energetic 2yr old with BIG emotions. She not only brings an abundance of patience but empathy and love. She is always on board with how I would like my little one to be cared for, and is good...
Nuzhat Q.
5.0
(2)
Hello My name is Nadine,
I have over 30 years nursing experience. I have been certified in first aid and CPR and willing to re-certify if needed. I have six grandchildren who I watch regularly and enjoy. I find it a great pleasure to be around children and you van rest assured your little ones will be in the best care with me....
Nadine can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Wonderful sitter, my kids love her. Always on time and available for last minute needs."
Paula J.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi all! My name is Bella! I am originally from New York, although previously I have spent time working in childcare in Colorado and Disney World. I am currently a cast member in Disney! I have years of experience in tutoring , babysitting, and working in childcare! I also am in school to be an educator. Please message me if you...
Isabella can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Bella was on time and knowledgeable about working with infants. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Madison and I am a 24-year-old graduate from Columbia, Teachers College (certified teacher). I am looking for a babysitting/ nanny position for the 2020-21 school year in the event that I don't find a full time teaching job. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old, and have experience caring for up to...
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Madison started watching my daughter when she was 3 months old and she is now 5 and has 1 year old brother that Madison also watches. Madison is great! She keeps them occupied all day with doing fun things from reading to playing games. Even makes them dinner! "
Jayme P.
Lily M.
Smithtown, NY
$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun, Loving, & Reliable Babysitter With Over 10 Years Experience
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
For over the past 19 years, I have worked with children in daycare, as a nanny, and now a third grade special education teacher! :) In my experience, I have worked with children of all ages. I have my bachelors degree in Early Child Study and a masters in education. I am a fun, friendly, crafty, reliable and nurturing sitter...
Lily can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We can not say enough wonderful things about Lily M. Lily came to work for us and our four children 6 years ago and has since become an amazing addition to our family. She has a great personality, a lot of energy and very kind heart. The kids love having her...
Natalie J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I raised my daughter as a single mother. At family gatherings I am out playing with the kids. I am flexible and will assist with home work & school projects,
Susan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Claire B.
Smithtown, NY
$25-40/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am 23 years old and absolutely love working with kids. I have seven years of experience working in childcare. Previously, I worked in a daycare center for about five years with children ranging from ages 3 months - 5 years. I have experience full- and part-time babysitting from infants to 12 years old and was a full time...
Claire can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Claire is very professional, polished and also nurturing. She made sure all of my son's toys were tidied up after playing with them and cleaned all his bottles thoroughly. She talked to my son and was really engaged with him. She gave him great cuddles too!"
Katrice K.
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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Islip Terrace, NY
Jennifer M.
5.0
Jenn is awesome! My daughter loves her
- Anthony M.
Alyssa B.
5.0
Alyssa has been with us since our kids were babies. She’s become family, treating our children as if they were her own little sister and brother. She showers them with birthday gifts & thoughtful surprise gifts while away on her trips. On special holidays, she comes up with meaningful crafts for the...
- Care member
Umadai D.
5.0
Umadai and I have worked together in the past; she's compassionate, hardworking, and a motherly person who takes her job seriously. She gets along very well with children and takes care of them like her own. She can be fun, upbeat, and knows how to cheer you up when you're feeling down! She's one of...
- Anuradha B.
Tamara L.
5.0
Tamara is beyond amazing! She took care of our newborn baby starting from the first night we came back from the hospital. Tamara helped us survive the first month - my husband and I managed to get much needed rest at night knowing our baby is under excellent care.
Tamara is super knowledgeable...
- Shuran Y.
Karen N.
5.0
Karen is a very kind, caring, and dependable care taker. She babysat both my daughters from the time they were months old. My daughters came to love her and I am forever grateful. Karen is reliable, alert to the needs of the children, and very loving. I recommend her without hesitation.
- Norma B.
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FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Islip Terrace, NY
What is the average pay for an infant babysitter near me in Islip Terrace, NY in April, 2025?
If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in New York, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Islip Terrace have rates starting at $20.40.
How can I find an infant babysitter near me in Islip Terrace, NY?
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What questions should I ask a potential infant babysitter near me in Islip Terrace, NY?
There are 10 infant babysitters near you in Islip Terrace, 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.