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I ran a successful daycare for 15 years. I was licenced by the State of New York for Family Group Daycare. I cared for infants from 6 weeks of age to children 4 to 5 years of age. I took 12 hours of day care classed every year of my 15 years of being licenced.
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Gennah B.
Melville, NY
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi there, I'm Gennah! I'm 28 years old. I'm an enthusiastic, responsible, fun, and attentive young adult looking to babysit occasionally on weekends and date nights. I have experience working with and caring for children of all ages, from infants to Junior High. I worked as a sleep-away Camp Counselor at Camp Kennybrook for...
Sandra N.
Melville, NY
$20-26/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm passionate about caring for and educating children. With six years of experience, I've honed my ability to create a safe, nurturing environment where kids thrive. My patient and friendly nature fosters open communication with parents, ensuring their peace of mind. While I follow the parents' lead in enforcing household...
Sandra can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Livia M.
Melville, NY
$18-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
I'm passionate about childcare and have dedicated the last seven years to helping children reach their full potential. As a friendly and approachable individual, I understand the importance of open communication with parents and always follow their preferred method, whether it's verbal communication at pickup or regular updates...
Livia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Unfortunately we weren't able to hire her on a long term basis because of scheduling issues, but J was great with our small baby. She carefully tracked her feeding and nap times and engaged with her during wake windows. "
Care member
3.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Available for full-time, part-time, date nights, weekends, and overnights - adaptable schedule to fit your needs. Experience: Over 15 years of experience working with children. The most children I watched at a time was eight. My experience includes working with ages ranging as young as newborns all the way up to the teen years,...
Meghan can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My children enjoyed hanging out with Meaghan. We will definitely use her again!"
Erika L.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Caroline P. I live with my husband and two children. I have been working with infants and children for over 20 years. It has always been a pleasure to care for kids. They need someone who is loving, caring and trustworthy, which I am. I enjoy reading story and nursery rhymes, building with blocks, teaching different...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Very conscientious hard working individual."
Tracey B.
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:
CPR
First Aid
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Many babysitting experiences with family I have been sitting for about 4 years now. I've worked with different families as well as my own I've also worked retail at justice where I would interact with kids all the time as well . I love pets and am very precautious I've had experience with all ages from infants to elementary I...
Nancy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Sweet kind patient loving girl she used to babysit my three kids . Love her"
Yolanda A.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a professional nanny with over 30 years of experience. I cannot imagine a day without a daily dose of hugs, kisses, laughter, silly noises, play, smiles, and unfortunately sometimes tears. Over the past 30 years I have encountered all types of circumstances and situations with children; looking after infants to preteens,...
Michelle can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"I recommend Michelle in the strongest way possible. She was perfect for my family and helped our family member overcome severe anxiety with mental and physical issues. Michelle is always smiling, punctual, reliable, clean, a careful driver, a good party planner, a...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello Families,
My name is Kady! I am a dedicated and compassionate child care professional who genuinely loves children and the joy they bring! I have a loving, positive attitude that I try to convey in all of my endeavors along with an energetic approach! My favorite part about working with children is the bond and...
Kady can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We interviewed Kady and thought she was great. She was responsive and friendly and had great experience. Unfortunately we lived a little too far, but we were very impressed."
Jeff S.
Lisha S.
Northport, NY
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.3
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Professional, fun, nurturing, creative, patient and resourceful care taker with impeccable references and experience caring for infants, toddlers, multiples, kids, teens and special needs and LGBTQ populations. Bachelors degree. Please contact me for more information.
Lisha can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lisha has been a tremendous help! She exudes positive energy and my son loves being with her. I'm glad I found her!"
Elizabeth S.
Jamie L.
Deer Park, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun And Caring Person Who Loves Kids Available Starting September
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked for three families in the past 10 years. All kids were infants when I started taking care of them. I have great references. I have a 9-year-old daughter who I would need to bring with me when school is out. I have my own transportation and plenty of room for car seats. I like to do activities with the kids and...
Jamie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jamie cared for my two children from 8 weeks old. She's a caring and responsible mom who my children enjoyed spending time with. She always had safe reliable transportation and took my children to and from their school programs. My two girls will surely miss...
Allie S.
Reena K.
Westbury, NY
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Reena from Westbury. NY
Hi! I am a mom who raised two 20-year-old boys who are in reputed colleges. I'm very reliable, patient, and creative person who has many years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. Your children will receive supporting care, and I'm willing to do tasks related to the benefit of the...
Reena can also help with: Meal prep
5.0
"Reena cared for my father after a major surgery like he was her own father, I cannot recommend her enough. She would go above and beyond the call of duty, often staying extra hours after dialysis to cook him a healthy meal and make sure he was settled in at home....
Stephanie D.
5.0
(1)
I am currently managing my family owned business. My hours are flexible. Prior to this position, I worked at a child care center as an infant teacher age group 6 weeks to 6 months for 5 years. During The 5 years I cared for 8 babies at a time with the help of a assistant. We would read them stories, give them tummy time, tend to...
Antoinette can also help with: Craft assistance
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.
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.
Kacey T.
West Islip, NY
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Starting in September I will have availability for a part time family on Mondays and Thursdays. I have been a nanny for 10 years total one of those years being a live in nanny. Before nannying I worked at a hospital staff daycare in the infant room. I was also an assistant teacher in a preschool at Grace nursery school for 3 &...
Kacey can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kacey was nothing short of amazing. My children loved her and so did my husband I. This was the first person we ever left our kids with and she made it so so easy! We will def use her again... anyone that uses her should be considered lucky!"
Lauren B.
Lisa R.
Brentwood, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Lisa, I am 50 years old with a 30-year-old daughter and a 2-year-old granddaughter I am proud and very much part of there lives.
I have been working in the health care field since 1984 I am highly organized, responsible with professional experience in medical and clinical settings in nursing homes and hospitals...
Lisa can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lisa is one of our favorite sitters and we have hired her multiple times for childcare for both of our kids, who are 1 and 4 years old. She is caring, kind, great with kids, and very attentive. She arrives early and is good with communicating. She has a...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi families!
My name is Gabby, I'm 26 years old and I'm looking for a SUMMER nannying position.
A little about me:
- I am a NY and Florida certified elementary school teacher.
- I was the neighborhood babysitter since I was a teenager for children of all ages. I have nannied for families with up to 6 young children.
- I have...
Gabriella can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Gabby is great! She truly loves what she does and loves children!! She is very Responsible and on time. I have used her for the five years and she is now like part of the family . I Highly recommend her!"
Diana V.
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Most recent reviews for infants child care in Melville, NY
Jeraine N.
5.0
Our daughter loves Jay! She finds such creative ways to keep her entertained and learning. She is kind and gentle and experienced. She is helping teach our daughter Spanish and is also willing to do light housework.
- Ashley T.
Meghan M.
5.0
My children enjoyed hanging out with Meaghan. We will definitely use her again!
- Erika L.
Caroline P.
5.0
Caroline was the most wonderful nanny for our son (19 months to 30 months during her time with us) and we whole heartedly recommend her. She was on the floor with him playing all day, outside every day, teaching him songs, numbers, letters, days of the week. She also did his laundry/dishes/tidied...
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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.
Nancy M.
5.0
She's very responsible Nancy babysat my children last year until I became A stay at home mom. The kids loved her She's A trustworthy babysitter and was very flexible with scheduling!!
- Alison T.
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FAQs for finding infant child care near you in Melville, NY
How much is child care for an infant near me in Melville, 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 Melville, NY to see what each provider in your area charges. On average the hourly rate for infant child care in Melville, NY, is $17.50.
Where can I find infant child care near me in Melville, NY?
You can find full time or part time infant child care near you in Melville, 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 Melville, NY?
The infant child care services available near you in Melville, 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 Melville, NY?
To safely hire an infant child care provider near you in Melville, 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 Melville, NY?
When interviewing an infant child care provider near you in Melville, 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.