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I have 10 years of experience with children of all ages. I have worked as a babysitter, nanny, and camp counselor. I am happy to work with multiple kids at a time and will come prepared with activities corresponding to your child's/children's age(s). I can help with Light Housekeeping, Homework, and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I...
Francesca can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Highly experienced nanny here! I have been nannying for the past 9 years with experience as a house manager/personal assistant. I've worked at one of the local school districts k-5 schools in the Child Care Program for two years prior to beginning my full time nannying career. I am CPR and First-Aid AED certified and...
Kristina can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kristina has been taking care of our son (almost 2yrs old) for 6 months now and she has been so amazing with him. She is very punctual and immediately takes charge and gets him up and dressed in the morning. Feeds him breakfast, lunch and dinner. Does activities...
Pamela B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My current availability is date nights and any other occasional times! Unfortunately I'm not available for any full time positions at this time. Thank you for your interest!
Hi, my name is Taylor! I have over 10 years experience as a babysitter, four years as a nanny, and taught at a summer science camp for kids ages 5-11 for...
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Taylor is absolutely amazing. She provided care for my first when he was just 5 months old and still at 5 years old! She has a knack for sustaining their attention and making those in her care beg to see her more often. She is punctual and trustworthy. i never need...
Jennifer G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, I have two grown children of my own and can appreciate the importance of your endeavor. I have worked at a middle school for 10+ years helping children with special needs. I can assist with homework after school activities and play dates The school does background check so that should provide some extra peace of mind...
Karen can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Karen is a lovely woman. Never did we have to worry about someone not tending to our children. She was great with homework and keeping the kids occupied. My kids like to be outside playing and she was always up for anything. I never had to worry about texting and...
Kerri O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Liz, I am a nurse (LPN)
I am CPR and first aid certified. I have been a nanny since I was 17 years old working with kids is my absolute favorite thing. I am a new mommy and I'm looking to stay home with my daughter. I would like to take on one child in my home full or part time.
Liz can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a trustworthy nanny. I have great references from 7 different families. I have been a nanny for a long time and have been a mother 1 8 years. All my previous positions will all only have the best things to say about me, thought of me as an extension of the family. I love children of all ages, liking for a long term family...
5.0
"Mara has watched my infant for the past 7+ months and we were thrilled. She came into our home and treated our baby as if she were her own. It got to the point where our baby (and our dog!) greeted her with large and loud exclamations of happiness as she walked...
Melina S.
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Victoria! I have been working with children my entire professional life. I started babysitting family friends at 13, became a camp counselor, nanny, tutor, preschool teacher and most recently an event coordinator for a premier children's activity center on the upp east side. I have my masters in mental health counseling...
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I called Victoria on a last minute basis and she was on my doorstep asap. My 21 month old responded well to her and didn't even care that I was leaving her with a new face. We communicated via text messaging while I was working so I felt secure. When I came home I...
Talia V.
5.0
(1)
Hello currently looking for a new position as a babysitting/nanny. I've worked with kids all my life and love doing so!
Erin can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I want to be able to provide parents with comfort watching their little ones. I'm a mom of 3 older children 25, 23 and 19. I started babysitting about 7 years ago at NYSC in Commack in their daycare for 2 years but then decided to move on to care in homes. I've cared for triplet boys for a few months till they hired a FT nanny....
Sari can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"A very warm, kind, responsible nanny. I always felt comfortable and new my children were safe and happy. I highly recommend!!! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Experienced babysitter.
Myra can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Myra is a wonderful caring woman. She cared for my two children and became part of our family. Myra would take care of my 2 year old and would take him to all different activities that she would plan. While he would nap, Myra would cook and bake for the family,...
Melissa D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Madison and I am a 24-year-old graduate from Columbia, Teachers College (certified teacher). I am looking for a babysitting/ nanny position for the 2020-21 school year in the event that I don't find a full time teaching job. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old, and have experience caring for up to...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Madison was a phenomenal babysitter... my 10 and 5 year old girls loved her. She is sweet, caring, responsible and I would recommend her to anyone."
Amrita A.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Alyssa, I am 23 years old and an inspiring Social Worker! I have 2 years of childhood educational courses, 4 years of working in school childcare, and 8+ years working with families! I have babysat from newborn-12 years old. I also was a nanny for an infant until they were about 1 years old. I have worked...
Alyssa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"she was such a lifesaver for us I was in a bind and sick and husband had a doctors appointment. Alyssa came and was so incredible with our 6 month old. she's on time, hardworking and so caring cannot wait to have her over again."
Kryssie S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a Newborn Care Specialist, sleep consultant and Newborn Parent support. I am available for overnight hours or 24 hour shifts.. Also have some daytime hours available for parent training and support. I have 30 years childcare experience. I started out as a live in nanny when I was 18 years old. For the past 7 years I have...
Tamara can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Tamara is beyond amazing! She took care of our newborn baby starting from the first night we came back from the hospital. Tamara helped us survive the first month - my husband and I managed to get much needed rest at night knowing our baby is under excellent...
Shuran Y.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am the mom of 2 grown boys. Love children. Know how hard it is to raise a family when parents need to work. I am very dependable and would love to help you. I retired from my job in the work force after 25 years and have been watching children the last few years. Let me know how I can help you. Thanks
Lori can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
5.0
"Lori was wondeful with my children! She was always on time, and cared for my boys like her own. I couldn't thank her enough to have made it so easy to leave every day to go to work knowing my boys were being taken care of like I would care for them."
Tiffany B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked as a helping hand for busy parents and their children for over 15 years, and my experience in childcare and household management has directly improved the day-to-day life of the families I have worked for. As a full-time nanny, I have encountered a variety of children and family situations which has shaped me into...
Stephany can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"She has an amazing of connecting with children! When she first started with my twin daughters they wouldn't talk to anyone. She brought them out of their shell and help them to become much more social"
Shari W.
Christina T.
Smithtown, NY
$25-34/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am married with two teens. I love kids, traveling, art, animals (the ones I'm not allergic to), hiking, most outdoor activities, summer, planing parties and events, etc. I own an Rental home up in the Catskills since August 2021. I am very organized, honest, outspoken, an open book. I am not only a nanny but a household...
Christina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Highly recommend Christina as a nanny! She cared for our one year old and treated her like her own. She was constantly teaching our daughter, even taught her sign language. She helped us with sleep tips and getting into a nap routine. She became a part of our...
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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, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
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
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Nayra, I'm 28 years old and I'm from Brazil! I love working with children!
I have 5 years of experience taking care of children of all ages, as young as infants/toddlers to as old as 16 years old! I used to be an Au Pair and a nanny and I love to spend time with kids and have lots of fun!
I have experience in all the...
Nayra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Nayra is a good person, she has a good heart and she transmit the all this good energy to the kids! The kids always love her and she always come up with a lot of ideas of new games and activities"
Aline Z.
4.8
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
BACKUP OR "AS NEEDED"CHILDCARE- I am a retired Elementary/Special Education Teacher, & hands on grandmother of 7 beautiful children, ages 7-14.
I primarily look for one-time positions or substitute work. I would love to fill in for a day. I work for several families on this basis. It is always good to have someone you feel...
Maureen can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We love Ms. Maureen - she is wonderful with our two children. We've had the pleasure of hiring Maureen a handful of times. She is always engaged with the children, so kind, and attentive."
Kathleen C.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Islandia, NY
Kristina M.
5.0
We highly recommend Kristina! She is a very trustworthy, extremely reliable and professional Nanny. Kristina has great communication skills and is the most creative and skilled with creating educational activities while still maintaining fun and safe boundaries. Kristina created a great balance of...
- Care member
Taylor H.
5.0
Taylor is absolutely amazing. She provided care for my first when he was just 5 months old and still at 5 years old! She has a knack for sustaining their attention and making those in her care beg to see her more often. She is punctual and trustworthy. i never need to worry when Taylor is watching...
- Jennifer G.
Karen D.
5.0
Karen is great! She cared for our 3 kids after school. She was always on time and helped manage unpacking, homework, and helping to straighten up. We also trusted her to drive them safely to and from activities.
- Carrie Y.
Kacey T.
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.
Mara A.
5.0
Mara has watched my infant for the past 7+ months and we were thrilled. She came into our home and treated our baby as if she were her own. It got to the point where our baby (and our dog!) greeted her with large and loud exclamations of happiness as she walked in. She was kind, patient and...
- Melina S.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Islandia, NY
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in Islandia, NY?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Islandia, NY is as of is $17.00 per hour as of March, 2025. This rate will fluctuate depending on your location, the nanny's level of experience, and the number of children to be cared for. Other factors that may also influence the rate include specialized care, overnight care, or requesting your nanny to take additional responsibilities at home such as light housekeeping or meal prepping.
How can I find a nanny near me in Islandia, NY?
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What type of nanny services can I find near me in Islandia, NY?
You can find different nanny services in Islandia through Care.com, such as nannies that specialized in infant and newborn care, nannies that help with night-time routines or watch kids overnight, bilingual nannies that speak different languages, live-in nannies, and more. You can search for full-time or part-time nannies in Islandia, NY with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.