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60 infant babysitters are listed in Rensselaer, NY
The average rate is $16/hr as of November 2024
The average years of experience for infant babysitters is 8 years
Infant babysitters in Rensselaer, NY
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a reliable, organized, and energetic person who will ensure your child receives appropriate care and who can also do additional tasks if needed. I've baby sat on and off for years but I am currently a middle school teacher who is looking for a summer job doing what I love most. With my experience and personality, I...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Elizabeth was great with my intense, energetic, Minecraft-obsessed elementary schooler who can require a lot of patience and flexibility from adults. She took on a full day her first time meeting us when I needed last minute childcare in order to work from home,...
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Melissa D.
Rensselaer, NY
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Babysitter Available Most Weekends And Some Nights During The Week
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for the last 20 years, watching children from newborn to 6-year-olds. I have an Associates degree in Early childhood education. I also work as a child care provider in a daycare, I have worked in both the toddler and infant rooms. I love children and watching them grow and learn new things is amazing. I...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Hi! I am looking for recurring or one-time night and weekend jobs. I have experience babysitting, full-time nannying, and working at a daycare. Infant/Child First Aid and CPR certified.
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Carolyn G.
Rensselaer, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving Caregiver Looking For Weekend Or Evening Babysitting Job!
Hi! I am an experienced childcare provider looking for some babysitting jobs. I have previously worked as a full time nanny and I taught preschool for 10 years. I have additional experience caring for children infancy through elementary school in a variety of settings. I am responsible and reliable, loving and fun! I believe in...
Carolyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Kelsey L.
Rensselaer, NY
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced In-Home Assistant Looking For A Great Family To Help DAILY OR WEEKLY!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm looking for a kind family that is looking for a goodhearted home assistant with everyday life. I love being a caregiver and I am very honest and do things with integrity. I love children and helping people. I'm very good with organizing, creating schedules, love to clean and organize, my cooking is more simple and...
Kelsey can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
I have been a nanny for two families and have been a babysitter for multiple families as well. Currently, a mom to a toddler. University of Albany graduate. I work full time and looking to help with childcare needs on nights and weekends.
Kaile can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Breanna B.
Rensselaer, NY
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Breanna and I have always had the passion to work with children. I have worked in childcare for 5+ years along with babysitting and teaching. I currently work in a NICU since childcare was not financially appropriate anymore. Taking the next step in my career was a very difficult decision since working with...
Breanna can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Cindy H.
Rensselaer, NY
$16/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have over 30 years in the field of childcare. I have experience primarily with children birth to 5 but also comfortable with older kids. I have worked with early intervention as a developmental specialist. I am looking for evening and weekend babysitting.
Cindy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi there! My name is Rachel, I'm a dedicated and experienced nanny with a passion for nurturing children's growth and development while assisting parents in this unpredictable world. With over a decade of experience, I've had the privilege of caring for children of all ages and have a deep understanding of their unique needs. My...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a caregiver, I bring over 15 years of experience nurturing and supporting children's growth and development. My journey began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my passion for caring for young minds. What motivates me is the chance to make a positive impact on these little lives and offer reliable childcare...
Desiree can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Maria D.
Rensselaer, NY
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Babysitting experience 30+ years, mom of 2 boys 23 and 13. Love working with children from infants to 5 years old
Maria can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 3+ years of experience, former au pair. I am comfortable with newborns and infants, though I've taken care of teenagers before. Speaking both English and Spanish, I'm creative, reliable and punctual. can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation.
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"I appreciated how she was so patient and caring to my son. She was very playful with him as well, I definitely recommend her to anybody looking for a babysitter, she's great."
Yolanda C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 36 years old. I have several years of experience in babysitting. I'm trustworthy, responsible, and reliable. I love children. I cook, clean, help with homework and love doing fun and educational activities with the children an have a Vehicle I have worked with infants since I was 18 years old. I am a certified teacher...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Jennifer saved the day for us when our other babysitter canceled last minute. Jen came the same day with only hours notice."
Sandra I.
4.5
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a well organized and professional, trustworthy individual, possessing an energetic and outgoing, positive personality. I'm currently in nursing school, but I have my BS in Wellness Management/Health Science, with experience in sports anatomy, healthcare, nutrition, child psychology and education. I have cared for children...
Meghan can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Meghan is caring, compassionate, patient, understanding, and intuitive with children. She is well educated and observant, assertive and non judgmental. She truly enjoys working with children and it shows!"
Sarah C.
4.7
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I graduated in 2017 with a BA in Creative Arts in Therapy from Russell Sage College. I've spent the last year working full time for NYS and part time as a content creator. I am now looking for a part time childcare position while I (hopefully!) transition into a fully WFH position. I worked as a babysitter all four years of high...
Madeline can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Children just seem drawn to Maddy, and she enjoys their company as they do hers. She is especially good with girls, but has nannied for many boys as well."
Jake W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am 23 years old with CPR, and first aid training. I have also taken babysitting courses. I have worked with children for 9 and a half years as an assistant dance teacher. I am student in the masters program extending my major through middle school and high school. I have an associates degree in Early Childhood Education and a...
Krista can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Krista is wonderful with our children, they love her! She always has great ideas for crafts and activities for them to do and takes great care of them. We would recommend her to anyone!"
Andrea P.
5.0
(5)
Hi, I'm an experienced nanny and a college-educated empty nester with two wonderful grown sons. I love caring for children and babies. My own children were academically gifted and I believe that attention, play, and a joy of reading are all essential to every child's development.
I have completed the Adult, Child, and Baby...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I highly recommend her. I already have her on a regular basis. She always makes my baby smile and my baby feels safe. She is quick to respond. Thanks to Kim, I can do other things."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am available for weekend or evening babysitting. For the past 10 years I have been a self-employed house cleaner, so if you need help with cleaning, while I am babysitting, or when the children are asleep, we can definitely discuss that..
Thanks so much and I look forward to hearing from you
Christina can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She is very smart and effective, a problem solver with a good work ethic and positive attitude!"
Emily S.
Stephanie M.
Averill Park, NY
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am an occasional/drop in sitter looking to fill my night and weekend calendar! I am pet friendly, a non-smoker, have reliable transportation and CPR certified. I do have a little one that may need to tag a long depending on the day. Experience with multiples, infants and disabilities. LQBTQ+ friendly.
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked at a daycare with children ages 0-12 for two years, volunteered for two years prior to that and observed children as part of college level childcare and development courses. I have basic CPR training and I have experience babysitting toddlers personally and at a daycare taking care of up to 10 children at a time. I...
Megan can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Megan came at short notice and was very punctual, polite and easy going. The kids were comfortable with her and we felt reassured that she was home with them
We will definitely hire Megan again
Best
Sarah & Andrew"
Andrew S.
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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Rensselaer, NY
Elizabeth D.
5.0
Elizabeth was great with my intense, energetic, Minecraft-obsessed elementary schooler who can require a lot of patience and flexibility from adults. She took on a full day her first time meeting us when I needed last minute childcare in order to work from home, and did amazing at making it a fun...
- Care member
Maria R.
5.0
I appreciated how she was so patient and caring to my son. She was very playful with him as well, I definitely recommend her to anybody looking for a babysitter, she's great.
- Yolanda C.
Jennifer E.
5.0
Jennifer saved the day for us when our other babysitter canceled last minute. Jen came the same day with only hours notice.
- Sandra I.
Meghan C.
5.0
Meghan worked for my family for 7 years, caring for three children. She was extremely reliable, punctual, and took the kids on excursions when they weren’t in school. She also helped with simple household chores, like keeping up with the kids laundry. Any family who hires her would be getting...
- Care member
Madeline W.
4.0
I interviewed Maddy for a part-time position and after a few minutes we realized that she had misread the job posting, and wasn't actually available on one of the days that we needed. She was polite and interviewed well, though, and if she'd been available she definitely would have been on our short...
- Jillian C.
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FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Rensselaer, NY
What is the average pay for an infant babysitter near me in Rensselaer, NY in November, 2024?
If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in New York, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Rensselaer have rates starting at $16.82.
How can I find an infant babysitter near me in Rensselaer, 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 11 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.
What questions should I ask a potential infant babysitter near me in Rensselaer, NY?
There are 11 infant babysitters near you in Rensselaer, 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.