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60 nannies are listed in Schenectady, NY
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby nannies is 6 years
Nannies in Schenectady, NY
5.0
(15)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I'm a Venezuelan medical doctor, moving to Schenectady NY this summer, I work in the USA as caregiver specializing as new born, infants nanny, enjoy walking children out as much as possible, reading and playing. My goal is keep your baby happy, clean and healthy; l am myself mother of three healthy grow up children. CPR...
Mercedes can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mrs. Mercedes was an absolute blessing to find. She is very caring, professional, and made us comfortable knowing our baby was safe in her care. Would recommend to anyone!"
Care member
4.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Brooke and I am 41 years young. I am excited to care for your baby or child. I have more than 25+ years of experience caring for newborns. I have experience with twins and preemies. I have also worked at Tampa General Hospital as their Newborn Photographer. I am very comfortable with babies. I have been a nanny...
Brooke can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"We hired Brooke to care for our son while we attended a seminar in Tampa. Since we were from out of state and were very nervous about leaving him with a caregiver we asked Brooke to meet us at the hotel early, and she had no problem doing so, she was right on time....
Stacey P.
5.0
(1)
Hello families of upstate New York! I am a passionate and experienced child care provider looking to connect with a loving family. With a focus on providing top-quality care for newborns, toddlers, and primary school-age children, I offer full-time, part-time services. As a live-out nanny, I charge $25 an hr for one child....
Erien can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Erien was absolutely excellent! She provided care for my 15-month-old daughter for two days and was very professional, proactive, caring, organised and responsive.
She hit the ground running and really dilligently followed all my care instructions without needing...
Raakhi W.
Lauren M.
Schenectady, NY
$16-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Enthusiastic And Experienced Babysitter Available Work Whenever I Am Needed.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am very passionate about watching and teaching children as well as assuring their safety when they are in my care! I have worked in a classroom setting as a preschool teacher and have a Bachelors degree in early childhood education/special ed. The majority of my experience comes from nannying children from ages 7mo-6yrs....
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"She was amazing with my son. She asked to bring him to the park as well as story time at our local library. Lauren prepared healthy meals for my son and gave him a very relaxed but fun morning. There was no hesitation when it came to helping with potty training and...
Jeff L.
Madeline P.
Schenectady, NY
$20-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Current Preschool Teacher Looking To Move Into A A Long-term Family Role
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am an early-childhood teacher hoping to build a lasting relationship with your family. I currently have a job as a full-time nanny but I am available to babysit during nights and weekends.
I have an Art Education (k-12) degree and spent time in college studying dance and music. I developed a love for working with...
Madeline can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"This was my children's first 'real' babysitter, and they had a great time! The actually hope that I hire Maddie again. :-). I felt comfortable leaving my children with her, and that is saying a lot."
Daniele S.
Abbie H.
Schenectady, NY
$16-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Recent graduate of Hope College, Holland MI. BA Psychology. Over my years of college, I have nannied consistently for a family in Holland, as well as gaining experience with children in educational settings as well as working with children with special needs. I have experience with the adult special needs populations as well. My...
Abbie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Abbie has worked with our family for four years while she's been in college. We have two kids, now 11 and 8. She picked them up from school, would help them with homework, take them to activities, and keep them busy for a few hours after school. She would also work...
Amy S.
Sophia D.
Schenectady, NY
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a positive, compassionate, and encouraging young adult who loves working with kids. I started out caring for children as an after-school babysitter when I was a young teenager.
Since then, I have gone on to get my associate's degree in Early Childhood Education and get professional experience as an aide in an integrated...
Sophia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Sophia was absolutely wonderful to work with and our girls loved the time they spent with her. I always appreciated her patience and her kindness with the kids. She was great at redirecting our threenager, and helped our youngest learn her first words! We always...
Lyndsay P.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello I'm 54-year-old professional Nanny non smoker/drinker with two grown daughters whom are both nurses and a grandmother to a 6 yr old grandson and a 9-month-old grandson. Currently I'm living in Scotia NY .
I have years of experience caring for children of all ages but infant to 3 years old is what I specialize in including...
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Melissa is very interactive with my son and attentive to his needs. She is easy to communicate with, and flexible with changes in needs. I would highly recommend her. "
Marina N.
I have accepted a nanny position and am currently unavailable for full time nanny work. If you are looking for a once in awhile sitter feel free to message me!
Hey there, I'm Amanda. I nannied in my early 20's and was a babysitter like many young women. My degree in nutrition makes me passionate about fostering healthy...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a Special Education teacher in the BH-BL school district working specifically with Kindergarten and third graders. Previously, I have been a Nanny for 2 years for an 8 and 10-year-old. In addition to that experience, I am a dance teacher to students ages 18 months-14 years of age. I have a safe car and can help with light...
Shelby can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
I am a mom of 3 fantastic teens. I currently work as a caregiver for adults but miss caring for littles.
I took 2 years of Early Childhood Education in high school and a nanny course while nannying for a wonderful family. After my children were born I ran a home daycare for 4 years out of my home.
I am CPR/First aide...
Tammy can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
I am 65 and have raised 3 children who are now wonderful thriving young adults. During their growing up years I provided in home child care for families for 15 years. Most recently I was nanny to a very sweet little one for the first year and a half of her life. That family moved to the west coast and is very willing to provide...
Paula can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I'd describe my personality as kind hearted, genuine and trustworthy.
I like working with kids because kids loves you for who you are and they don't ever judge you. Also I've loved working with kids over the years they just make everything ok in this world we live in.
I'm looking for a job that I can be part of the family and...
Brittany can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi, My name is Maria and I am a full time elementary school teacher looking for work over the summer and maybe weekends. I am currently have a masters degree in Literacy and a bachelors degree in Early Childhood and Special Education. I am a a current 1st grade teacher but have previosuly taught and worked with kindergarten and...
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Hi i'm Amelia! I've babysat and nannied for 7 years (ages 3m- 9 years) I also have 4 years of daycare experience as a toddler teacher I'm currently working at.
Some of the skills I have being a toddler teacher for 4 years;
-Organization
-Educational activity planning
-Communication and conflict resolution
-Creativity and...
Amelia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am the oldest of three younger brothers and have had various babysitting experiences over summers and weekends of children in my town. I have been a camp staff member, watching over large groups of children and arranging activities for them to do.
Camie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Christine L.
Schenectady, NY
$16-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
I Was A Nanny To Four Families. The Toddlers And Babies I Watched Were Amazing. Also Good With Pets.
I'd describe my personality as encouraging, responsible and by the book care, plus very fun.
I like working with kids because I want to make a difference by showing them tried and true basics. Learning all about books, colors and numbers. While having fun at the same time.
I'm looking for a job that helps Parents feel...
Alex S.
Schenectady, NY
$25-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'm Alex.
I am a traveling Pediatric Nurse looking to Nanny between travel assignments. I've been a nurse for 6 yrs and did Emergency medicine and Pediatrics.
Brittney F.
Schenectady, NY
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
This past spring, I left my marketing role at a company that supports early childhood and parents to focus on my business and my new season of marriage! Looking to nanny part time.
Active youth ministry leader
Safe sleep certified
Mykala A.
Schenectady, NY
$23-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi I am Mykala,
I am working a full time job at an advertising agency which is 9-5 and looking to pick up a few hours part time when I am not working. I have been nannying for 6 years now, ages ranging from new born to 7 years old.
Mykala can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Schenectady, NY
Mercedes G.
5.0
We hired Mercedes as our baby was not healthy enough to begin daycare yet, but we needed to return to work. Mercedes was so caring, arriving on time or even early every day, which was a huge help. She constantly talks and smiles at the baby, interacting and giving him one-on-one time that you can't...
- Care member
Brooke L.
5.0
We hired Brooke to care for our son while we attended a seminar in Tampa. Since we were from out of state and were very nervous about leaving him with a caregiver we asked Brooke to meet us at the hotel early, and she had no problem doing so, she was right on time. As soon as we met Brooke we were...
- Stacey P.
Erien R.
5.0
Erien was absolutely excellent! She provided care for my 15-month-old daughter for two days and was very professional, proactive, caring, organised and responsive.
She hit the ground running and really dilligently followed all my care instructions without needing to check in. She had a highly...
- Raakhi W.
Lauren M.
5.0
She was amazing with my son. She asked to bring him to the park as well as story time at our local library. Lauren prepared healthy meals for my son and gave him a very relaxed but fun morning. There was no hesitation when it came to helping with potty training and working on a daily routine! Will...
- Jeff L.
Madeline P.
5.0
This was my children's first 'real' babysitter, and they had a great time! The actually hope that I hire Maddie again. :-). I felt comfortable leaving my children with her, and that is saying a lot.
- Daniele S.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Schenectady, NY
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in Schenectady, NY?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Schenectady, NY is as of is $19.91 per hour as of April, 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 Schenectady, NY?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 44 in Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, NY?
You can find different nanny services in Schenectady 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 Schenectady, NY with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for Schenectady, NY nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Nannies in Schenectady, NY are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 33 reviews of the 60 listed nannies.