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82 infant babysitters are listed in Poughkeepsie, NY
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby infant babysitters is 6 years
Infant babysitters in Poughkeepsie, NY
Dahlia R.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$17-27/hr • 7 yrs exp
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...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Avery B.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$16/hr • 2 yrs exp
I've always loved working with children. Their smiles make me smile. Kids are just the best. Most of my professional work has been with childcare. I worked at a summer camp for the past three years as a counselor (working with kids aged 5-17) and then this past year I worked at the Vassar College Infant Toddler Center with...
Avery can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Aisling F.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
Kathleen A.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kittie and I live in Poughkeepsie with my husband and two children. I am a dependable, caring, patient and fun-loving mom of two kids aged 11 & 15. With over 25 years of childcare experience-during high school, college, a number of years as a live-in nanny and now raising my own school age children, you can be...
Kathleen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Kathleen was incredibly professional when we hired her for the care of our 11 month daughter. We were coming into town for a weekend wedding so only needed her for one-night -- and her demeanor immediately put me at ease leaving her with someone new. Kathleen...
Sunlen S.
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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have experience working taking care babies and older.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
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:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
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.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a degree in early childhood education, I also took care of a baby from 6 months to 16 months ago, I am responsible, attentive, affectionate, and responsive, and I am available to follow the accompaniment process that families want in order to have good communication. I would like to take care of your son because I think...
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Gilda C.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$28/hr • 10 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:
First Aid
CPR
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.
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hana G.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$16/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi!!
I have babysat children of all ages for ~10 years! Infant-pre teen. I have nannied, babysat, worked as a care giver in a daycare, and was a camp counselor!
I just recently graduated with my Bachelor of Science in Public Health.
I am CPR & BLS certified.
I am extremely outgoing and dependable.
I have many references.
I...
Hana can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Mia I.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, energetic, and optimistic !
I started working with kids when I was in high school. My cousin had her first baby and I was entranced by him, I would beg her to babysit him every chance I got! As I got older, I began to watch kids for families outside of my own!
In my spare time, I like...
Mia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Alyssa R.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 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
5.0
(3)
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
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.
Sage C.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
My name is Sage, I'm 22 years old, and I absolutely love children, I have always wanted to be a mom. One day I will have my own but until that day comes I find pleasure in babysitting! I have years of experience with all ages. I've watched newborns - teens. I have 2 years of camp counselor experience with ages 4-13. I am online...
Sage can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Alice B.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$20/hr • 3 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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Marilyn J.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$26/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Super sweet. The kids love her!"
Michael R.
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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Poughkeepsie, NY
Kathleen A.
5.0
I hired Kittie to help me with my new born and first grader and also some household work. She is great with kids and very efficient. She is very nice to talk too and I was able to get some parenting idea from her. I would definitely hire her again.
- Nandita M.
Lauren T.
5.0
Great care! Came on time and was great with both of my kids!
- Care member
Gilda C.
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 "nana." Would recommend!
- Anne M.
Bertalina S.
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.
Marilyn J.
5.0
Super sweet. The kids love her!
- Michael R.
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FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Poughkeepsie, NY
What is the average pay for an infant babysitter near me in Poughkeepsie, NY in March, 2025?
If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in New York, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Poughkeepsie have rates starting at $21.07.
How can I find an infant babysitter near me in Poughkeepsie, 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 82 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.
What questions should I ask a potential infant babysitter near me in Poughkeepsie, NY?
There are 82 infant babysitters near you in Poughkeepsie, 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.
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 24 reviews of the 82 listed infant babysitters.