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April G.
Central Islip, NY
$17-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I've been a childcare provider for over five years, and I'm passionate about helping children learn and grow. I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules, and I have a creative and imaginative personality that helps me come up with fun and educational games to play with children. I also understand the importance of...
Brittany E.
Central Islip, NY
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been a child care provider for the past 15 years. I have worked in daycare settings and have been a professional nanny as well. My last family I had the pleasure to help, I was with for five years and have helped raise both children since infancy. My latest job has been working in an infant room with up to four babies by...
Brittany can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Keyara Z.
Central Islip, NY
$23-50/hr • 13 yrs exp
I'm a patient and friendly childcare provider with over a decade of experience caring for children of all ages. I'm passionate about supporting families and providing a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow. I have some college education and am certified in both CPR and First Aid. I'm also a skilled...
Ivonne N.
Central Islip, NY
$28-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
As a childcare provider with five years of experience, I'm passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children. My calm, friendly demeanor puts kids at ease, and my patient nature ensures they feel safe and secure in my care. I have experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens, and I'm...
Evelyn C.
Central Islip, NY
$30/hr • 9 yrs exp
My Name Is Evelyn I'm 25 Yes Old And I Am Experience With Babysitting/nanny For 5 Years .
I'd describe my personality as responsible, trustworthiness and a love for children.
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 9 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other...
Katrina M.
East Northport, NY
$17-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Katrina! I am a college student majoring in early childhood education and am looking to spend my summer helping a family care for their young children. I have 5+ years of babysitting experience with varying ages, from infants to school age, including twins. I am responsible, caring, and conscientious and look...
Katrina can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Katrina worked full time with our family summer 2022. She was always on time, responsible and trustworthy. Most importantly my kids loved her and had so much fun with her, due in no small part to her connection and engagement with them. We were so grateful to have...
Liz C.
Barbara M.
Holbrook, NY
$25-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Barbara and I am a motivated educator seeking to make my time with children as fun and meaningful as possible! In working with children, I am driven to create an environment where they feel happy, healthy, and safe! I am a certified teacher with many years of classroom and tutoring experience. Through working...
Barbara can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"I feel so lucky that we found Barbara! She is just magical with my 2 1/2 year old son; he was all giggles and smiles, and she came up with a range of inventive and fun things to do with him. The day after Barbara worked with us, my son was asking when she would be...
Amy C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Nicole. I have 20+ years experience working with children. My Child Care experiences include being a Toddler Teacher, running Before Care and After Care Programs, summer camps, and babysitting. I have my Bachelor's degree in Social Work and worked in the field for 11 years. I am Infant, Child and Adult CPR and...
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nicole is fantastic with my 2 year old. She keeps her engaged and out of trouble. My daughter always looks forward to seeing her. I'd highly recommend Nicole to anyone looking for caring and responsible childcare."
Marissa G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have a passion to help children become their best and happiest version of themselves. Since 14, I've helped out my family with taking care of my siblings and cousins. Even now, as some of them head into their teenage years, I'm there for any challenges they face. I've tutored young kids, around first to fifth grade, for five...
Michelle can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Michelle was great with my kids! We hired her for 2 full days when I had to work before the kids started school. She arrived early, was great with the kids, and I would definitely hire her again. The kids were so sad to see her leave - they had a lot of fun...
Nicole G.
Margaret K.
West Babylon, NY
$33/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving Babysitter With Over 10 Years Of Experience Working With Children From Infants To School Age. I Am Available Full Time, Part Time And Weekends.
3.0
(1)
I am very focused and I take pride in working with the children I helped raise, some of whom are in college now. I have worked with children from infants to elementary school age children. I can assist with changing, bathing, feeding, homework, games, activities organizing/setting up of play dates and what ever the child's...
Margaret can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
3.0
"She told me she would call me to come by and meet my family and never called."
Linda D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm an incredibly compassionate and energetic individual who adores children and is seeking the ideal nanny position to become an integral part of your family. I have over 10 years of experience and mostly with infants and toddles but I do have experience with all ages. A little about me, I enjoy hiking, camping and reading a...
Whitney can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Whitney cared for our two boys for several months. She was very dependable and cared for the boys like they were her own. I never had to worry about my boys when I was away at work which is great for a working mama!"
Abby K.
5.0
(3)
I'd describe my personality as clean, calm creative and friendly. In my spare time, I like to paint, sew and read. I'm in college studying anthropology and history.
I have worked with kids since I was 14. I mainly work with babies, infants and toddlers. I also have many references if needed. I do genuinely love working with...
Jeraine can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I had to go on an emergency trip this past summer and had Jeraine watch my niece and two nephews for that week. (Live in) She’s amazing. She has so many games and ideas. She’s clean and kept the kids in good shape. Great with bedtime and an amazing cook. They even...
Care member
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Savannah is an exceptional babysitter who goes above and beyond in every aspect of childcare. From the very start, her punctuality and professionalism stood out—she always arrives on time and fully prepared for the day.
One of the things that sets Savannah apart...
Care member
Dolores M.
Huntington Station, NY
$28-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
No longer available for fall 2024.
My name is Dolores. I am 30 years old. I currently work part time for a lovely family on Tuesday/ Thursday. I have over 14 years of child care experience in numerous settings including a camp counselor, art instructor, birthday parties, mother's helper, babysitting and being a nanny. With...
Dolores can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have recent experience providing child care for children and special needs kids. I enjoyed playing games, arts & crafts, providing meals and transportation to various activities. I am dog friendly and able to tidy up and help with homework. In the past I have volunteered at church working in both the nursery and teaching...
Wendy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Pleasure to have working with my family. Never missed a day of work the whole time she was with us. Very organized and dependable great with children "
Amy H.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a caregiver with seven years of experience, I'm passionate about providing a safe and nurturing environment for children to grow and learn. My friendly and patient nature helps me connect with children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I believe in open communication with parents and follow their preferred methods to...
Rachelle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We were very concerned leaving our new born with a stranger when we started looking for care. We were BEYOND fortunate to have found Rachelle. Rachelle is like family, she's been with us since my second was 3 months And will stay with him until he starts daycare,...
Dana C.
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.
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, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've worked at a daycare center for about a year, where my job was to tend to the children. The children ranged from months to around 7 years old. Shortly there after, I was a nanny for a family for two years. The family had two children, 3 and 7. I worked for them for two years. Most recently I hope the family with infant twins...
Magali can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Magali was an early morning nanny for our three small children, including twins. She was very helpful and attentive, and always punctual."
Tracey C.
Kim M.
Saint James, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Love Children, Feel They Need A Lot Of Attention When Family Members Are Working.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am a 61-year-old woman with two grown children of my own. I am a grandmother of a 5-year-old and a 6-month-old. After leaving my career job of 30 years working with ID individuals I decided to try Care. com. I got a nanny job and absolutely fell in love working with children. I have over 10 years experience. I cared for a...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We cannot say enough good things about Kim. She has been with us everyday for over a year and we are blessed to have found her and have her in our lives. She is extremely reliable and goes above and beyond to help our girls and our family. She genuinely loves our...
Nicole T.
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Most recent reviews for infants child care in Central Islip, NY
Katrina M.
5.0
Katrina worked full time with our family summer 2022. She was always on time, responsible and trustworthy. Most importantly my kids loved her and had so much fun with her, due in no small part to her connection and engagement with them. We were so grateful to have her in our lives that summer and...
- Liz C.
Barbara M.
5.0
I feel so lucky that we found Barbara! She is just magical with my 2 1/2 year old son; he was all giggles and smiles, and she came up with a range of inventive and fun things to do with him. The day after Barbara worked with us, my son was asking when she would be coming again. (I hope soon!)
- Amy C.
Nicole G.
5.0
Nicole has been such a fun companion for my two-year-old son. He is all smiles every time I tell him that Nicole is coming to play. They have a great time whether it is playing at the beach or just in our sink. I'm so glad to have found such a reliable and positive caregiver!
- Amy C.
Michelle A.
5.0
Michelle did a wonderful job of taking care of my 8 month old. She even introduced me to some great interactive shows! She has a very gentle touch and is very good at communicating!
- Lillian F.
Margaret K.
3.0
She told me she would call me to come by and meet my family and never called.
- Linda D.
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FAQs for finding infant child care near you in Central Islip, NY
How much is child care for an infant near me in Central Islip, NY?
If you’re wondering what child care for infants near me costs, you can use Care.com to gain some clarity. You can search through infant child care provider profiles near you in Central Islip, NY to see what each provider in your area charges. On average the hourly rate for infant child care in Central Islip, NY, is $23.60.
Where can I find infant child care near me in Central Islip, NY?
You can find full time or part time infant child care near you in Central Islip, NY by using Care.com to review the profiles of local caregivers. You can check out what a variety of infant child care providers charge, what types of infant child care services they offer, and can learn more about their experience. You can even read reviews from other families they worked with
What types of infant child care services are available near me in Central Islip, NY?
The infant child care services available near you in Central Islip, NY can vary, but generally involves caretaking, light housework, cooking or food prep, and sleep training. You can interview different infant child care providers to learn more about what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on.
How can I safely hire infant child care near me in Central Islip, NY?
To safely hire an infant child care provider near you in Central Islip, NY, we strongly recommend you run an independent background check, interview a variety of candidates, and request references from other families they worked with in the past. We also request that every caregiver on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and you can see which infant child care providers completed this by looking for the badge on their profile.
What interview questions should I ask when looking for infant child care near me in Central Islip, NY?
When interviewing an infant child care provider near you in Central Islip, NY, you can ask them any questions that will help you get an idea if they’re the right fit for your family. You can ask them about past work experiences, how they handle certain conflicts that may arise, and you can even introduce them to your child to see if they connect well.