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Brianna T.
Merrick, NY
$22-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm passionate about nurturing children's development and have always enjoyed caring for kids. As a childcare provider with three years of experience, I bring a patient, creative, and friendly approach to my work. I believe in open communication with parents and follow their preferred methods to ensure a smooth partnership.
I'm...
Hello there, I love to read, listen to vinyl, watch films, and paint. I have experience with infants and children ages 1-14. I have experience planning and preparing multiple meals for children, preparing bottles, and changing diapers for infants. Cleaning up the dining area after meals, light house work, running errands....
Shaneel can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I like to build and to maximize my competencies in babysitting. I enjoy utilizing extensive skills in baby nurse/infant care/nanny/baby sitting.
Kynneth can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
I have 4 years of experience babysitting children ages infant to 13 years old. I can help with travel and cooking/meal preparation. I have a car for traveling purposes. I'm currently a 20-year-old girl enrolled at Hofstra University for Speech-Language pathology and I enjoy working with younger children. I am available early...
Olivia can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Marwa G.
Merrick, NY
$34/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mom of two boys and two girls. Love kids. Looking to help out parents and take a load off of them. Love playing, reading and being creative. plenty of experience with all ages starting from sweet infants to teens. lots of patience and love is what I can offer to all the children. reliable and dependable and love pets. can't wait...
Kaylie J.
Merrick, NY
$17-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I Am 20 Years Old And Going Into My Junior Year Of College In PA For Early Childhood Education.
I've been working with kids since I was in high school. I babysat for a few families and now have been working at a daycare for a year in my college town taking care of infants, toddlers, and kids up to 5 years old. I have experience with changing diapers, putting kids down for naps, and even just thinking of ways to make their...
Erin F.
Merrick, NY
$18-24/hr
Hi! My name is Erin and I'm an upcoming college senior looking for some babysitting over the summer. I am currently studying elementary and special education and have been student teaching for children of multiple ages over the past three years. I also have many years of babysitting experience and camp counselor experience,...
Samantha L.
Merrick, NY
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
As a dedicated childcare provider with seven years of experience, I am passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. My journey into caregiving began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my knack for fostering a safe and nurturing environment for children. I believe in fostering a child's natural...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Kristen M.
Merrick, NY
$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
I am a certified teacher and have raised 3 children of my own. My patient, creative, and
approachable nature allows me to connect with children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I believe in open communication with parents and provide regular updates on their child's day.
With a strong background in early childhood...
Kristen can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Sam S.
Merrick, NY
$17-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I just graduated from the University of Miami and have an extremely open schedule for January/February. I have extensive babysitting experience with kids of all ages, from infants to pre-teens, and also spent a summer as a camp counselor to a group of kindergarteners.
I have a very friendly and patient personality and have...
Yaneysi R.
Merrick, NY
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as caring, nurturing, joyful
I like working with kids because it bring me so much joy to be able to care for them and teach them new skills daily. I am a teacher and working with children is my passion.
I'm looking for a job where I can build a close relationship with the child and partnership with...
5.0
(1)
As a Mother's Helper I provide continuous emotional & physical support to families with childcare, light laundry, cooking, errands, pet care, family bonding, sibling bonding, assisting with household chores.
As a Postpartum Doula I provide doula care for you, your newborn infant(s) and your family members as well as
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Charisse can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Clarissa is extremely knowledgeable, caring and an all around pleasure. "
Dana A.
Lourdes U.
Floral Park, NY
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a very reliable, and creative person who has approximately 15 + years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers , and adult . With me, your love ones will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested.
Lourdes can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Love her soooo much!!! She is reliable and responsible, replied my message fast and notice me in advance of any absence. She also is a very good driver! She helped me pickup the boys more than a year, always got home safe and on time. And we are friends now, the...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Brianna and I am 23 years old. I am a college student with a bachelors in psychology. I am really interested in this job due to the fact that I am in school and working this is the perfect time slot for me where I am available. I am very hardworking and dedicated to the things that I do.
I have experience with young...
Brianna can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I interviewed Brianna today and she was very polite throughout the entire interview seems excited about the position I offered . Out of everyone I interviewed she was the first one to ask if my son has any type of allergies which was big for us. We are looking...
Anastasia J.
Jylene A.
Freeport, NY
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 25-year-old experienced nanny/babysitter with a strong background in childcare. I have worked with children of all ages, from infants to school-aged kids, providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment. With a background in customer service, retail sales management, as well as healthcare, Dental& Landscape...
Jylene can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She took good care of my kids. My kids love her!! She was definitely helpful for me and my husband. Definitely will be calling her back to take care of my kids!! "
Ashley G.
Damaris R.
Hempstead, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mom of 2, with experience of over 20 years. I have worked with infants in Daycare and school- age children in a classroom and privately. I have worked with special needs children in a classroom setting in addition to residential.
My attitude is a positive one, I am flexible and dependable.
I love singing and dancing and...
Damaris can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"To Whom It May Concern,
I am writing to recommend Damaris for a nanny/caretaker position. Damaris worked with our family for two and a half years, providing exceptional care for our two children, a 5-month-old baby boy and a 3-year-old girl, at the start of her...
Jennifer H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working currently with 9-year-old twins which will be coming to completion. Prior to this assignment for 2 years I took care of one 4-year-old child and prior to that I took care of 3 children ages infant to 5 years old at the time (they re now 7-12). I have also worked in the childcare field for close to 20 years. I...
Jeanann can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We love Saint Jean! She has been so good to my kids, my husband and I. She watched my three kids for almost 4 years. She has a great connection with each of them. Always kept things fun but is firm on rules and respected the wishes of my husband and I. My kids...
Molly C.
Julieta C.
Franklin Square, NY
$23-25/hr • 20 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi!! I have been a childcare provider for many years, I love children dearly, I think they're the best!! I have worked with a special needs child, in a day care center, and in private homes with infants, toddlers, preescholers and elementary school children. I'm an honest, loving, responsable and energetic person. I'm also...
Julieta can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"Julieta was our nanny for over a year. My daughter absolutely loved her and had so much fun doing activities together. I would definitely recommend her. She was very responsible, caring, consistent and trustworthy. "
Su P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Lisa and I am looking for a babysitting/nanny position. I was a Special Education Teacher for 25 years, working with children of all ages, with a focus on early intervention and preschool-aged children. I also worked as a preschool teacher for three years. I am a mom to 2 college-aged daughters and 1 dog. Being a...
Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lisa has been working for our family for three years now. She has been the absolute best nanny and role model to our daughter. She started with us when my daughter was one year old and now she is almost four. We wish we could keep her till she graduates high school...
Care member
Tracy L.
East Rockaway, NY
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have 15+ years of experience taking care of young children from the age of infant to young adult , both boys and girls. I provide a fun, yet structured atmosphere of child care in accordance with the requirement and expectations provided by the parents. I am very active , enjoy doing outdoor activities with the children and I...
Tracy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Tracy has been the most amazing nanny to our little boy since he was 7 months old! He just adores Tracy and they have so much fun together. She also babysits him and my 3 yo daughter nights/weekends as needed. Tracy is extremely dependable, experienced and...
Emily P.
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Most recent reviews for infants child care in Merrick, NY
Charisse H.
5.0
Clarissa is extremely knowledgeable, caring and an all around pleasure.
- Dana A.
Lourdes U.
5.0
Love her soooo much!!! She is reliable and responsible, replied my message fast and notice me in advance of any absence. She also is a very good driver! She helped me pickup the boys more than a year, always got home safe and on time. And we are friends now, the boys miss her so much!!!
- Care member
Brianna B.
5.0
I interviewed Brianna today and she was very polite throughout the entire interview seems excited about the position I offered . Out of everyone I interviewed she was the first one to ask if my son has any type of allergies which was big for us. We are looking forward to hiring her in the near...
- Anastasia J.
Jylene A.
5.0
She took good care of my kids. My kids love her!! She was definitely helpful for me and my husband. Definitely will be calling her back to take care of my kids!!
- Ashley G.
Damaris R.
5.0
To Whom It May Concern,
I am writing to recommend Damaris for a nanny/caretaker position. Damaris worked with our family for two and a half years, providing exceptional care for our two children, a 5-month-old baby boy and a 3-year-old girl, at the start of her employment.
Damaris consistently...
- Jennifer H.
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FAQs for finding infant child care near you in Merrick, NY
How much is child care for an infant near me in Merrick, 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 Merrick, NY to see what each provider in your area charges. On average the hourly rate for infant child care in Merrick, NY, is $21.55.
Where can I find infant child care near me in Merrick, NY?
You can find full time or part time infant child care near you in Merrick, 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 Merrick, NY?
The infant child care services available near you in Merrick, 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 Merrick, NY?
To safely hire an infant child care provider near you in Merrick, 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 Merrick, NY?
When interviewing an infant child care provider near you in Merrick, 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.