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Wendy P.
Long Beach, NY
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Wendy. I'm 41. I have 23 years experience working as a infant nanny. I have my TDAP shot. I'm CPR certified. I've also worked as a teachers assistant in a nursery school for 11 years. I love interacting with children. Outdoor sports, walks, arts and crafts, games etc. I love all animals. I'm looking forward to meeting...
5.0
"Updating my review to reflect that Wendy no longer works for our family. Wendy was our full time nanny for most of the school year when my son was between 5 months and 1 year old. Wendy is very warm and nurturing and took excellent care of our son. He is very...
Jessica J.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an experienced childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn and grow. My 20 years of experience have equipped me to care for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. My educational background in early childhood development and ECE coursework, combined with my First Aid Training and CPR Training,...
Carmen can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Carmen was very communicative and caring with our experience watching our 1 year old daughter. She was reliable, on time (very early in fact!) and made us feel comfortable leaving her in her care. She was very attentive and clearly adores children. We are grateful...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
My name is Raquel. I have 13 years of experience with working with kids. I care for children as if they were my own. I love working with children and taking care of them. I have experience sleep training newborns. Taking care of babies first day born. Experience with newborn twins babies. I have experienced being an Infant...
Raquel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Raquel was amazing with our 5 month old. My wife and I were very worried about leaving our baby with someone but after seeing her interact with him we were at ease. She had never used cloth diapers before and learned it within 15 minutes of us showing her. She...
Varan S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Lisa. I Have two grown sons ages 27 and 31. I have 25 years experience working with children ages newborn through -12 and have worked with special needs children/ teens as well . Children and animals have always been my passion so no worries if you do have pets as I love them. I am a very loving , caring ,...
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Lisa is absolutely AMAZING! I loved having her watch my son. She is kind, energetic, and very attentive to your child and their needs. She showed up early and sent me pictures/updates about my son throughout the entire day. I've honestly never trusted someone more...
Kylie L.
3.0
(1)
In search of a part-time child care provider position. I am available 3-4 days a week (Weekdays). I currently reside in Franklin Square and have my own means of transportation. I am an energetic, young at heart, patient, retired grandmother. I will do light housework and will be flexible with hours if need be. I am very...
Carol can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
3.0
"Carol applied for our position and we decided on a date for an interview; then she made excuses to not show up without stating why she changed her mind about the job."
Wendy L.
Marleny R.
Valley Stream, NY
$21/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi,
I have been a babysitter for more than 13 years. I have experience with infants and toddlers.
I am a mature, responsible, kind, honest, sweet, dedicated, funny and punctual babysitter. The most important thing for me is that the children be happy and safe with me all the time.
Please contact me if you are...
Marleny can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Marleny took care of our baby beginning when he was 3 months old. She is a natural with children; loving, engaging, and trustworthy. She was always on time and very dependable. We were very satisfied with her services and would highly recommend her for other...
Mia 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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Valentina and I am 26 years old. I have been working on and off as a nanny for around 6 years. I have my own transportation, and do not smoke. I have cared for infants, toddlers, pre-teens and multiple children at a time alongside my mother while she looked after them in our home, (she is a nanny as well). I love...
Valentina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"I can't say enough about Valentina! My kids love her. She is patient, loving, caring, and dependable. She has been such a joy for our family and we loved having her. I would recommend her a million times over!!"
Adriana C.
5.0
(1)
I have been working around children for about 17 years. I started working as a lunch lady in public schools. Then I moved on to an after school program for children. Afterwards, I moved on to childcare for the ages infant to prekindergarten at a daycare. Most recently, I am now at another daycare as a 3-year-old teacher's aide....
Joyce can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I am a part of Joyce's family and I also worked with her. She is a very reliable and dependable woman. She is a pleasure to work with and works amazingly well with children. Children love her and are drawn to her. I would highly recommend Joyce to anyone looking...
Jessica W.
Merika C.
Long Beach, NY
$20-50/hr • 15 yrs exp
4.4
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a caregiver with 15 years of experience, I find joy in making a positive impact on the lives of children. My commitment to providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment is evident in my patient and calm demeanor, as well as my creative and imaginative nature. I understand the importance of clear communication and...
4.0
"Highly recommend for babysitting
/nanny"
Care member
Hemwattie S.
Valley Stream, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Looking For Part-Time Job.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Hemwattie, For the past 12 years I have been a stay at home mom to my very handsome and intelligent son. While caring for my son over the years I have babysit many children from infants, toddlers to teenagers. I have a good 12 years of experience. I am a loving, caring, kindhearted, fun, loyal, trustworthy,...
Hemwattie can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Hemwattie (Diane) was a wonderful nanny to our two sons, 4 and 2 years old. She is caring, dependable, and trustworthy. She took our kids to classes, did school pick up, attended to the kids' lunch, cooked dinner and was a sunny, warm personality in our house. She...
Tesalia B.
5.0
(1)
As a potential babysitter, I believe that I am a great fit for the job. I have a natural way with children and animals. I am patient, kind, and gentle with them. I have experience caring for children of various ages, from infants to pre-teens, and I have always enjoyed spending time with them.
I have also played many sports...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"She was incredible! Was so good with Julie. Hard to find someone like her in 2023. Thank you Sarah !!"
Care member
Ishawrah J.
Cambria Heights, NY
$15-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hello there! Am a loving and energetic baby sitter. Am honest, jovial and punctual. I started babysitting 9 years ago. Worked with newborns, infants, toddlers and teenagers. The last family I worked for I did 5 years with them however they moved back to their home land. I have an 8yrs old daughter and I live in Queens. I have...
Ishawrah can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Ishawrah has a very good rapport with my daughter and my daughter loved her and still misses her!"
Adel G.
5.0
(2)
An experienced child care provider enjoys working with newborns, infants, and toddlers to 9 years old. A responsible, punctual, reliable, and cheerful person with excellent interpersonal skills. A proven record of being patient, nurturing, and caring for children through all milestones and phases of growth. The satisfaction of...
Carol can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Carol is wonderful. My kids love her and the biggest tragedy of us moving away was losing her. She could handle everything our busy household threw her way, and always with patience and a smile. She helped us regularly with my first and through the births of both...
Lara T.
Mary E.
Valley Stream, NY
$43/hr • 10 yrs exp
Career Nanny / Baby Nurse With 20yrs Experience Looking For Full-time/Part-time
4.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person with approximately 25 years of experience, caring for newborns 5 days old, infants, Twins, singletons, Toddlers, and preschoolers. I am reliable, patient detail-oriented, nurturing, fun-loving, responsible, hard-working, very reliable, and organized.
I am passionate about...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
4.0
"Mary has been amazing. I needed someone last minute and she is experienced so I didn't need to spend a lot of time explaining how to do things. She is amazing with my 10 month old- engaged, funny, kind, helpful and just a joy to be around. My 9 year old has spent...
Christina D.
Soreidy P.
Floral Park, NY
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! I'm looking a full time nanny position, around 32-45 hours, open to discuss hours for the right fit.
Spanish is my first language and I speak English as well, I'm 29 years old. I have a lot of experience taking care of children of all ages, mainly infants and toddlers, also I used to work in a kindergarten with kids...
Soreidy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Nicole G.
Seaford, NY
$25-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Friendly Individual With Over 10 Years Extensive Experience In Early Child Hood Development.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Nicole. I am CPR/First aid certified. I have worked at camps, daycare centers, home daycare and babysat numerous amounts of families. I have experience in watching children ages 6 weeks-school age. I was the on site provider at someone's home daycare for 7 years. I watched most of the children grow from when...
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nicole has a gift. She has been my son's daycare teacher and babysitter. She comes more than prepared with age appropriate activities, engages children, has clear expectations and children simply love her energy. You will not be disappointed. AMAZING."
Kate G.
Sarah C.
Wantagh, NY
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have a passion for people and I love working with children. I have been babysitting my whole life, whether it be for a church event or babysitting my cousins and neighbors. In the past I have cared for infants/newborn baby's. I also have experience working in a school environment. I am a former employee of the South Shore...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Date night only Sept 2024-June 2025
**Fully Available July 2025**
I've been a career nanny for over 10+ years. I am a mix of Montessori and do-what-works-for-you. I have a wealth of infant and toddler experience and knowledge. I'm pet friendly. CPR certified. Clean driving record.
I am working towards becoming an SLP...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Megan has been watching my daughter and another child since January when both girls were 4 months old. She is an incredible nanny. We only needed her for a temporary position, but I wish we could keep her for longer. She is extremely reliable. She is knowledgeable...
Jessica T.
Patricia C.
Massapequa, NY
$20-49/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Patty and I have many years of child care experience. I am an LPN and although I don't practice anymore there are some things that you don't forget. I prefer infants or toddlers so I am able to grow with them. I will talk care of your child like they were my own. I am looking to work 3 to 4 days a week. Looking...
Patricia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
3.0
"We had Patty watching our baby for three months for three days a week. During that time she was generally dependable and usually arrived 10 minutes early each day. While she was watching our son we weren't worried for his welfare. She took him for walks and kept...
Christine W.
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Most recent reviews for infants child care in Merrick, NY
Wendy P.
5.0
Updating my review to reflect that Wendy no longer works for our family. Wendy was our full time nanny for most of the school year when my son was between 5 months and 1 year old. Wendy is very warm and nurturing and took excellent care of our son. He is very active and requires a lot of...
- Jessica J.
Carmen R.
5.0
Carmen was amazing, patient, tolerant and super helpful in so many ways!
- Amira E.
Raquel B.
5.0
Raquel was a full-time, live-in nanny to our newborn, 3 year old, and 6 year old children, and we all loved her very much! She was very experienced in all things "baby-care," such as changing diapers, soothing, swaddling, bottle-feeding, and singing to the baby, plus, she did all of our daily...
- Natalie T.
Lisa F.
5.0
Lisa is absolutely AMAZING! I loved having her watch my son. She is kind, energetic, and very attentive to your child and their needs. She showed up early and sent me pictures/updates about my son throughout the entire day. I've honestly never trusted someone more to be with my baby. I'll hire her...
- Kylie L.
Carol K.
3.0
Carol applied for our position and we decided on a date for an interview; then she made excuses to not show up without stating why she changed her mind about the job.
- Wendy L.
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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 $20.56.
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.