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Emma A.

Enthusiastic Nanny

Merrick, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I' m a reliable and caring babysitter. I have several years of experience with newborns/babies and toddlers. I' m a very enthusiastic person. The best thing that I like about what I do is that I have the opportunity to enrich and teach good morals and values to the new generations. I also could teach my native language which is...

Jessica H. says "Emma is the best! She took care of my son when he was 2/3. Very caring, patient and kind. We miss her, wish we could have taken her with us when we...

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Ashely L.

Dependable And Competent Family/Personal Assistant Available!

Merrick, NY

from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Ashely, and I'm an experienced nanny and healthcare professional with a passion for making parents' lives easier. I have 10 years of nannying experience, caring for children from newborns to teenagers. I'm here to bring a supportive, energetic, and reliable presence to your family. With a background as an EMT...
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Kristin P.

Merrick, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
20 plus years of experience have taught me that being a former nanny, babysitter and mom to an 18-year-old is about more than just watching children; it's about supporting families. I'm motivated by providing you with a reliable and nurturing environment for your little ones. My approach is patient and calm, and I love bringing...
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Ilana D.

Merrick, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Ilana and I just graduated from SUNY New Paltz with a major in Early Childhood/ Childhood Education and a concentration in English. I have my NYS Initial Teaching Certificate (Birth - 6 grade). In the fall, I will begin earning my Master's Degree, part-time in Special Education at Queens College. I have about 5...

Callie O. says "Ilana babysat for us over the summer of 2021. We loved her, and so did our 18 month old son. She took him on long walks, ran around outside, read books...

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Natalie G.

Merrick, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I am a dedicated and caring nanny with 2 years of au pair experience, plus additional experience working with children at my church in Colombia. I have cared for children from 3 months to 10 years old and beyond, providing attentive care, educational activities, and a nurturing environment. *Live-in or Live-out Options:* I am...
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Kathy N.

Summer, Weekends Or Evenings

Merrick, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a certified special education elementary school teacher for over 20 years. I had been a nanny and babysitter before becoming a teacher, having watched children from 3 days old to 13 years old. I have my own car with a clean driving record and I am a non-smoker.
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Veado B.

Merrick, NY

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I have 15+ years experience with nannying for family from infant to small kids . While with families my role has always evolved as the child grew up. From strictly infant care to drop off and pickups , extra activities and light cleaning, meal prepping and supporting the family needs. I have my own car and excellent...
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Sam S.

Merrick, NY

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$20/hr
7 years experience
I am a recent graduate from the University of Miami and am available during the weekends for babysitting, as well as some evenings during the week. 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...
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Shelesea L.

Sweet, Caring, And Attentive Baby Sitter

Merrick, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
With over 10 years of experience watching children ranging from ages 6 months to 10 years of age, I am confident in my ability to take great care of your family. My job and experience go from early days and late nights, and in and out the house nanny as well. I understand I strive to provide a warm, fun and nurturing environment...
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Allison G.

Fun, Active, Responsible Caregiver Available For Full Or Part Time Work ASAP

Merrick, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I my name is Alli. I'm a 41-year-old single experienced nanny/babysitter for over 20 years. I started by helping care for my oldest niece when she was born. I was 11 at the time. Kids have always been a passion of mine. I have dealt with new borns to 18-year-olds. I'm looking for a kind, down to earth family that I can become...
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Kailyn S.

I Love To Take Care Of Kids. I Have Been Babysitting For Years.

Merrick, NY

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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi my name is Kailyn! I have been working with kids since I was 12 years old. I am amazing with children and find joy in working with them. I am willing to pick up and drive kids places. I am fun and love to help out. I have babysat kids ages 3 months- 13 years old. I am reliable and overall great when it comes to being a nanny....
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Donna S.

Experienced And Loving Child Care Provider Seeking The Perfect Family Fit!

Massapequa, NY

5.0(1)
from
$0/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I'm an experienced, dedicated and nurturing nanny. I've always loved working in child care whether it be in a classroom or someone's home. I have loved forming lasting relationships with all the families, and students, I've cared for. I am always thinking of new and creative ways of keeping children entertained from crafts at...

Melissa B. says "She is amazing with multiple children at once! She is very reliable, and an overall amazing human being!"

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Daija W.

Westbury, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hi families! I'm Daijanique, a former career nanny with 7+ years of experience and currently a certified Postpartum Doula, Birth Doula, and Prenatal Yoga Instructor. I specialize in newborns and infants while bringing a calm, nurturing, and reliable presence into every home. I've supported many families with daily routines,...

Aaron B. says "Daija is dependable and punctual. She has been great with our 11 month old daughter. I'd recommend her to anyone looking for care."

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Francoise S.

Nanny/Babysitter

Elmont, NY

4.7(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
Responsible Mom and Professional caregiver with over 15 years of experience supporting families and nurturing developing children of various ages. A detail-oriented person who manages children on the timetables instructed by parents. Enjoys working with children and committed to promoting children s physical, mental and...

Meredith R. says "Fran took care of our daughter from when she was 6 months to 20 months. Fran became part of our family. She was great with our daughter, trustworthy,...

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Stephanie K.

Experienced Nanny

Levittown, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
Hello, there! My name is Stephanie and I have experience working as a Nanny for a family with girls ages two and four and for a family with a newborn and a 4-year-old. Being a mother of a 9-year-old son and having over 10+ years experience working primarily with children ages 0-10 in a variety of daycare and after school...

Denise J. says "Steph has been amazing with my 2 little girls who were at the time 1 and 2. I work a lot and needed someone to be maternal in my absence. She was it! Any...

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Jeanann A.

Fun Nanny

Valley Stream, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
I have been working currently with 9-year-old twins. Prior I took care of one 4-year-old child for 2 years and prior to that I took care of 3 children ages infant to 5 years old for 5 years. I have also worked in the childcare field for close to 20 years. I worked as Head Teacher as well as Assistant Teacher in the private...

Molly C. says "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...

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Nada M.

Full-time Nanny

New Hyde Park, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am a mother of three daughters and grandmother of seven grandchildren. I have had the pleasure of serving children and their families for over 15 years. As a loving and caring Nanny, I have worked with children from newborn age to late teens. While providing nanny services to families, I was instrumental in teaching the...

Care Member says "Nada is a great babysitter! She was excellent with my kids & very trustworthy! I highly recommend her! "

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Caren C.

Preschool Teacher/Nanny

Woodmere, NY

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a 45-year-old preschool teacher who worked in Scarsdale for 19 years. I taught 2s, 3s and 4s as well as elementary school aged children. I have been a nanny for many years as well. I have been babysitting for 30+ years and I am experienced with children from newborns to preteens. I was a Girl Scout leader for many years. I...

Kerry H. says "Caren is the most loving, patient and trust-worthy babysitter you will ever find. My children adore her! She give them her full-attention at all times. She...

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Claudia S.

The Dancing Nanny

Westbury, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Introducing an experienced mother of two adult children, a Youth Movement Specialist, and Health Coach with over a dozen years of experience in healthcare. I am passionate about helping children lead active, healthy, and strong lives while supporting busy parents. By creating a nurturing environment and implementing engaging...

Rose G. says "It's with much pleasure that I'm able to recommend Claudia as a babysitter. She has watched my two children (ages 7 and 11) during the week for several...

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Tiffany L.

Wantagh, NY

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I work during school year for scope education services and have nannies for over 10 years from 5 months -12 of age looking for summer work

Care Member says "We're so thankful we found Tiffany - she was wonderful. Very patient and clearly very comfortable around young children. Hope to hire her many more...

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  • 60 newborn nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.55/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated newborn nannies is 5.0

Recent newborn nanny reviews from local parents in Merrick, NY

Newborn Nannies in Merrick, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed newborn nannies

Emma A.

Emma is the best! She took care of my son when he was 2/3. Very caring, patient and kind. We miss her, wish we could have taken her with us...

- Jessica H.

Ilana D.

Ilana babysat for us over the summer of 2021. We loved her, and so did our 18 month old son. She took him on long walks, ran around outside,...

- Callie O.

Donna S.

She is amazing with multiple children at once! She is very reliable, and an overall amazing human being!

- Melissa B.

FAQs for finding a newborn nanny near me in Merrick, NY

So, how much is a nanny for a newborn going to cost you? Hiring a newborn nanny in Merrick, NY on Care.com will cost an average of $22.55 per hour as of January, 2026. All newborn nannies charge varying rates and these rates can depend on how much experience they have and where you live.

There are 11 newborn nanny profiles you can review for nannies in Merrick, NY on Care.com. You can also read 2 for newborn nannies near you.

It’s easy to find a nanny for your newborn with Care.com. You can hire a nanny for newborn babies near you in Merrick, NY. Not sure how to interview a nanny for a newborn? Prepare a list of questions in advance so you make sure you learn everything you need about each candidate to make your decision. You may also want to run an independent background check for extra peace of mind.

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