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83 infant babysitters are listed in Poughkeepsie, NY

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby infant babysitters is 6 years

What others are saying about infant babysitters in Poughkeepsie, NY

Gilda (who goes by her middle name!) was with our family for more than a year, watching our baby as he grew into a toddler. She helped him

Review for Gilda C. by Anne M.

She’s amazing! She’s punctual and very passionate about what she does. I couldn’t recommend her enough!

Review for Keyondrah M. by Care member

Great care! Came on time and was great with both of my kids!

Review for Lauren T. by Care member

Infant babysitters in Poughkeepsie, NY

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Isabela G.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$18-50/hr1 yrs exp

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I've always loved working with children. From my first babysitting role, I discovered how much I enjoyed supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option for them. What makes me an ideal caregiver is my friendly and approachable nature. I'm also creative and imaginative, which helps me keep children engaged and...
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Gilda C.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$28/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(4)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Lifetime Experience! I have been taking care babies 4 months old to toddlers for the past five years. I'm loving every minute. I was born with the gift to love kids. I started sitting babies and toddlers in my teens. I love kids so much that I adopted 2 of my own. I'm a loving grandmother full of energy, excellent health, and...
Gilda can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Gilda (who goes by her middle name!) was with our family for more than a year, watching our baby as he grew into a toddler. She helped him learn manners and instilled in him a real love of Italian food! She was like a member of our family, and our son called her...

Anne M.

Hi! I am the eldest of six cousins, ranging from a newborn to a 14-year-old, so I have a lot of experience with kids, especially babies and infants. I have been solo babysitting for about 6 years. Right now, I am attending DCC for my Associate's in sociology and I'll be graduating fall of 2025 and then moving to a 4-year school....
Aisling can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Bethany M.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Fun And Energetic Sitter

I have 3+ years working one-on-one with children through an online platform as an English instructor. Prior to that I had volunteered as a teacher's aid at elementary schools and had extensive experience as a baby sitter for ages 5-13.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having someone trustworthy watching their little ones. Baby sitter available.
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Donette W.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Baby-Sitter Available

I have taken care of a twin from 3months old to 8 years old. I am not limited to housekeeping. I am very passionate about what I do because I love being around children. I simply love children and I will treat them like they were my own family.
Donette can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
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Keyondrah M.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Super Nanny

4.3

(6)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Subject: Experienced Newborn Care Specialist Available Hello, I came across your job posting and would love the opportunity to assist your family. My name is Keyondrah, and I am an experienced Newborn Care Specialist, Postpartum Doula, and Night Nanny with a strong background in overnight care for newborns. I understand how...
Keyondrah can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Keyondrah is such a great nanny. She was a great addition into my transition back into work after my pregnancy. She is so knowledgable and always went above and beyond for my family."

Care member

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have experience working taking care babies and older.
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Lauren T.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Lauren, and I am an experienced teacher and nanny. I have taught infants- fourth grade and have a passion for childcare. I am looking for some part time work and occasional babysitting.
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Lauren is an experienced childcare provider and is warm, loving, and engaged with the children. Highly recommend for any family seeking a sitter."

Deborah M.

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Meghan C.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Fun, Skilled Sitter

My name is Meghan, I'm 33 years old and grew up in Dutchess County. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is looking for a change. Ive worked with a complex group of individuals the past several years and miss working with children and families. I am skilled and proficient with all age groups and forms of caregiving. I...
Meghan can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Angela S.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$16/hr5 yrs exp

Hello

I am going into my final semester with a bachelors degree in English. For most of my college years I had been studying to graduate with a bachelors in Adolescent English Education, hence why I have so much experience working with children. This fall, as a senior I decided to switch it just to English to give me more job...
Angela can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
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Alyssa R.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

20 Year Old Girl With 8 Years Experience Watching Both Babies And Special Needs Children

Hello! I am the oldest of three so naturally my siblings became like my own kids and I have helped care for them since birth. I have an autistic 13-year-old sister and a 7-year-old brother. Currently, I work full time as an educational assistant at a school for individuals on the Autism Spectrum. I have numerous years of...
Alyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
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Bertalina S.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello My name is Bertalina. You can call me Lina for short. I'm 33 years old. I graduated Dutchess Community College with my Associates Degree in Liberal Arts in 2013. I have 10 years experience in working with kids. I am CPR/FIRST AID certified and I also have training in Office of Fire prevention and Control . I have a...
Bertalina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Lina was very pleasant and gun ho to take on he task of our "5 below 5". She has a big inviting smile that the kids responded with ease to. I will surely use her services again : ) "

Angel A.

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Brigid M.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$16-50/hr1 yrs exp

Babysitter As Well As Dog Sitter Or Dog Walker

I've always been good with kids and been able to work with them. I have a lot of siblings so I am used to anything and everything. I love making children feel heard and safe when when I take care of them.
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Alice B.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced And Caring Babysitter With 7+ Years Experience

I am a caring, compassionate person with a strong love for children. I have assisted in caring for newborn twin boys from age 1-6. I have cared for other toddlers and children as well. I have received special training, which includes First Aid and CPR certification. I have also tutored children who needed help with their reading...
Alice can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I've been babysitting all ages since 2019, from tiny newborns to energetic toddlers. I genuinely love hanging out with kids, whether that means building forts, making up silly stories, helping with homework, or dancing to Moana. I'm CPR and First Aid certified, and I've spent years working with kids in all sorts of ways. I run...
Dahlia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Marilyn J.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love working with children. I come from a large family. My mother ran a group family daycare from our house while I was in school, so I was always around children. I started babysitting when I was 14 and now, many, many years later, I have two children of my own. I have worked with newborns thru 16-year-olds as a caregiver,...
Marilyn can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Super sweet. The kids love her!"

Michael R.

Hi! My name is Tori, as you can see. I am 24 years old, and I love kids, infants are my favorite to watch cause they are just the most beautiful thing in the planet. I don't drive but I do walk, and my bf drives me so transportation would be reliable. I have a younger brother and sister, 17 and 13 now, and I was responsible...
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Cristty A.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$28/hr6 yrs exp

Sunshine Caretaker

Hello, my name is Cristty. I am originally from New York City but got my Associates at Dutchess Community College and fell in love with The Hudson Valley, and decided to stay! My experience with children started at 13 years old. I would care for my younger cousin ( 9 months). I continued to babysit for family friends, and...
Cristty can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
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Whitneyfer A.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$28-44/hr8 yrs exp

Creative Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've always been around children from working at daycare's and after school centers. The children were from the ages of 1-16. Many years of experience! I'm very artistic and creative. Experienced with children with special needs.
Whitneyfer can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Whitneyfer did so well with my 2 year old. Reliable with transportation to take my daughter to the park and activities. Very artistic, lots of art projects with my little one. Truly amazing!"

Katherine F.

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Ratings for Poughkeepsie, NY infant babysitters listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.3 / 5

Infant Babysitters in Poughkeepsie, NY are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 31 reviews of the 83 listed infant babysitters.