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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: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Lori watched my son for a year and a half. She was always there to help even when I got stuck at work. She is dependable , trustworthy and has a good heart. She was good to my son. I would highly recommend her. "
Tommy H.
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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.
Lily M.
Smithtown, NY
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun, Loving, & Reliable Babysitter With Over 10 Years Experience
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
For over the past 19 years, I have worked with children in daycare, as a nanny, and now a third grade special education teacher! :) In my experience, I have worked with children of all ages. I have my bachelors degree in Early Child Study and a masters in education. I am a fun, friendly, crafty, reliable and nurturing sitter...
Lily can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My 2 Daughters love when Lily comes to watch them. They have fun playing games, doing arts and crafts or taking a trip to the park. The house is always cleaner after she leaves! Highly recommend her to anyone. If anyone needs to hear it in person
Give me a call."
Scott P.
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
Kaitlyn R.
Blue Point, NY
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Very Friendly , Love Kids And To Make Them Smile And Feel Comfortable With Me
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi all! I am currently working part time as a nanny but am open to working mornings and date nights as well! I have experience with kids from newborn to 12+ years old. I am great with babies/toddlers and helping them to reach their milestone and teach them new things daily and set up activities ! I am also great with school aged...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
5.0
"Kaitlyn has the patience of a saint! She's reliable and great with children. My 2 year old daughter loves her!"
Brianna R.
Kerri L.
Patchogue, NY
$17-23/hr • 11 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Kerri. I Have 3 children ages 23, 21, and 18. I have been in the daycare industry for 10 years. Decided In 2018 to go into nannying. I have been with two families for 3 to 4 years each. Two families with a set of twins. My most recent family I was a respite worker for the state of NY due to one of the twins who has...
Kerri can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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: Light cleaning, meal prep
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: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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.
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: Carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
Lauren M.
Centereach, NY
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a nanny and have 7 years of experience, I am CPR and first aid certified. Currently working with special needs adults and I work as a nanny to a lovely couple on the weekends. I love working with kids it brings me such joy and I am looking for a full time position, hopefully long term. I love children they are so joyful and...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Very sweet with my daughter, always on time. Kept a consistent work quality."
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced nanny/babysitter with passion and dedication. I go above and beyond for my cleints. I love to play games (indoor/outdoor) with the children as well as sports, arts and crafts, and reading. I can change diapers, give baths, prepare snacks and meals, and put children to bed.
Margaret can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Margaret is very friendly and energetic with my toddler age girls, they love playing with her and are excited when she comes to watch them! She is very dependable and flexible when it comes to scheduling."
Julianne M.
Kathryn B.
Deer Park, NY
$22-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Kathryn, I'm 21 years old. I'm originally from GC New York, I just recently moved back to deer park. A perk of hiring me, is that if I get sick or can't make it, my sister can fill in for me. She also has experience in babysitting and lives in GC. Friends, family, and others would say I am a very cheerful, trust worthy,...
Kathryn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kathryn has been sitting for our family for the last few months and our kids love her. She is always on time. She always has a smile and keeps the kids entertained with crafts and games. "
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Catherine M.
Holtsville, NY
$40/hr • 5 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Kate!
I'm a grad school student going for special education, I am home all year long with taking classes online. I have my bachelors in rehabilitation and special ed. I'm available about all the time with no vacations planned ahead! I have been babysitting since I was about 15/16 years old and nannying since I was 17.....
Catherine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"catherine was very kind and loving to all my children they loved seeing her everyday and enjoyed her company! she is very good with all different ages i would highly recommend for any family in need for a nanny!"
Lexi C.
4.5
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
As a passionate and experienced childcare professional with over a decade in the field, I find great fulfillment in supporting families and providing reliable care for their little ones. My journey in caregiving began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my knack for nurturing and engaging with children.
I take...
Pamela can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Pamela to care for our 3 children aged 9, 6 and 5. What stands out about her is that she really loves what she does! The children adore her, and she home preschools my youngest during the day, and helps with homework for all the kids and cooks in the...
Former Member A.
Lucille P.
Holtsville, NY
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
I've worked in a daycare setting for 10 years after I decided to become a nanny for a family three days a week with three children. I absolutely loved it. I worked for that family for almost three years, when all the kids were off to school, I sadly had to say my goodbyes and move on. I then worked for another family who had...
Lucille can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lucy has worked for my sis in law and bro in law for the past 3 years. They have three children, one kindergartner and a set of twins. Lucy has become part of the family and has helped my husband and I with our kids on a drop of a dime! When I was in the hospital...
Deanna B.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
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.
4.9
(11)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
My most recent job started in November 2012 and ended Friday the 23rd of January, 2015. I was a nanny/housekeeper/house manager for a 3-week-old baby who just turned two. Childcare included: safety, attention to child hygiene, diapering and food preparation. Developmentally appropriate play and activities. Reminding parents if...
Regina can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Regina is wonderful. As new homeowners with multiple children including a baby she has helped us get our home in clean order and running again. She brings a wonderful energy into our home and takes pride in her work which exhibits excellence. We are so glad to have...
Jacqui G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Ever since I was little I had a love for babies. There is no better feeling than having their parents call you saying my child is asking for you. They say, " Choose a Job You Love, and You Will Never Have To Work a Day in Your Life." This is what I love to do. I want to make a difference in a child's life. I graduated from Suny...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Samantha was great I highly recommend her!"
Megan O.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Islandia, NY
Tamara L.
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 care.
Tamara is super knowledgeable...
- Shuran Y.
Lori A.
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.
Stephany C.
5.0
She was very prompt, caring , kind and active with my child. Followed instructions and was very responsive and respectful.
- Care member
Lily M.
5.0
My 2 Daughters love when Lily comes to watch them. They have fun playing games, doing arts and crafts or taking a trip to the park. The house is always cleaner after she leaves! Highly recommend her to anyone. If anyone needs to hear it in person
Give me a call.
- Scott P.
Christina T.
5.0
We consider ourselves incredibly fortunate to have found Christina as our nanny for our twin toddler girls. Her exceptional punctuality, excellent communication skills, and unwavering patience have made a remarkable impact on our family dynamics. From the very beginning, Christina welcomed us with...
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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?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 1 in Islandia, NY. You can search for nannies by their location and can compare your options by hourly pay rate, experience, and what ages of kids each nanny is looking to care for. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have worked with the nannies you're interested in interviewing.
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.