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7,259 babysitters are listed in New York, NY
The average rate is $21/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in New York, NY
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Over the past 5 years, I have worked as a babysitter and English teacher in France with an agency, as well as in Boston, MA. I now work part-time as an enrichment teacher to pre-school aged children. I have worked with children between the ages of 1 and 10, the most common being around 5 years old. I am an American citizen and a...
Caitlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Easy, reliable, and caring. Perfect sitter for a night out!"
Alex S.
5.0
(1)
I started babysitting around the time I was 14. Now over a decade later I still love babysitting because it is such a rewarding job. I understand how important it is for parents to have their kids looked after by someone they can trust. I babysat for the same family throughout my time in high school and I couldn't be more...
5.0
"Britney was amazing with my little ones! Great to have someone I can trust with my girls, thank you Britney for the amazing care and attention! "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hi everyone! I'm a recent college graduate and I've recently moved to the NYC Area. I'm looking for babysitting/nannying job(s) and have plenty of experience with children and childcare.
I've babysat for numerous different families, ages ranging from newborn to early teenagers. All families have been very pleased with my level...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jessica has worked for us for over 2 years. Our children absolutely adore her. She is extremely responsible and reliable. "
Kaitlyn V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Jubalee, and I'm a 20-year-old college student I go to Marymount university I'm in my third year for finance and international business. I have three years of babysitting experience. As a parent, you want nothing more than a responsible and caring caregiver for your child. Not only am I passionate about...
Jubalee can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Interacted very well with our boys and the dog! Was very punctual, and very friendly! Great Sitter!"
Kyle S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm am a 2017 graduate from Indiana University and moved from Indianapolis, IN to New York City to pursue a career in the fashion industry following graduation. I love children and am currently seeking part time babysitting position. I am 27 years old, am the oldest of 4 children and have been a childcare provider for as long as...
Caroline can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Caroline is great. We've used her multiple times and she's excellent with our 18-month old. We highly recommend her and think she's great."
Benjamin P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I recently graduated with my Master's in Education from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. I have 10 years of experience as an educator in schools, arts organizations, and out of school time learning spaces. I am passionate about empowering children through choice, the arts, and nature. I have 16 years of babysitting...
Ivy can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ivy helped us out during a 2 week summer break for my 2 year old and she was a joy to work with! She was punctual, proactive and adored by my daughter. She took her on outings in the neighborhood every day and as they got more comfortable, drove to nearby parks to...
Annie P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Carly! I have had experience babysitting for over eight years. I have nannied full-time for a family in Georgia, and I have au paired for a family in Spain for a full summer. Additionally, I spent a full year working for a Forsyth County elementary school after school care program where I gained excellent experience with...
Caroline can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Carly was a great sitter for my little girl! I would not hesitate to recommend her to any family!"
Ryan J.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a strong passion for kids and teaching. I was a nanny for 9 months but unfortunately they moved away. Before that I worked as a manager in a kids toy store with an interactive experience where I loved spending time with my regular kids but was looking to transition into being a more personal, regular caretaker. I am...
Alejandra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Alejandra is a wonderful young lady who truly enjoys working with children. She is very patient, caring and loving. She worked with my 2 daughters (5 and 7 yrs.old) and was able to bond with them in a very special way. Alejandra has great skills which are very...
Ana D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello
My name is Dayane
I am a 30-year-old multilingual babysitter with the experience of working with all ages starting from newborns-teens.
I am reliable, responsible, attentive, loving and always on time. I have great references from all parents and children I have worked with in the past because I understand it takes a big...
Dayane can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Dayane is a professional and lovely nanny, also, she's very punctual, responsible, outgoing woman.
She was a big addition to my family when I needed help and my family and I will always be very Thankful for everything she did for us.
If you are looking for...
Lidiane S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a bilingual special education teacher currently working in a third grade class. I used to work at a camp for kids with special needs and volunteered with the Friendship Circle and best buddies to provide companionship for children with special needs. I also used to tutor a young boy with special needs through an after...
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am the oldest of 3 girls from Portland, Oregon who loves animals, back home I have 2 dogs and 3 cats. I moved to NYC in 2019 to go to Fordham University and graduated in December 2022 with a double major in economics and international political economy. I have been babysitting for the past 10 years, coached 3rd grade...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emily is awesome! She is very respectful and responsible. My kids loved her and I cannot recommend her enough!"
Marianne S.
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Nicole! I have been caring for and teaching children for 10 years. Most of my experience is in dance education, so you can guarantee lots of dance parties when I watch your kiddos.
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Nicole worked at my Hotel. She went over and above what we required. Accurate, caring, honest and loving to all of our customers."
judith M.
5.0
(1)
Hi everyone! My name is Lola and I am a 22-year-old recent graduate from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. I'm an energetic, patient, fun, babysitter with over 7 years of experience.
I love spending time with kids of all ages and am very easygoing and flexible with my schedule this summer. I'm CPR certified and have a car...
Lola can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lola has been the most amazing babysitter and my kids always look forward to when she comes over. She’s super attentive, responsible and always goes the extra mile. Highly recommend!!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi everyone! My name is Caity.
A bit about me: I graduated college from temple university in 2021 with a degree in psychology. I worked as a full-time nanny for two children (ages 8 months and 6 years) for a year. I then transitioned to a full-time role in business development/sales last year and i've continued to babysit.
My...
Caitlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"I have three boys and saying that seems to scare a lot of baby sitters away. Not Caitlyn, she was definitely up to it. Not only was she caring, but she helped organize a structure with the kids for playtime, study time. I have been very blessed to have Caitlyn take...
Moses S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a bubbly, outgoing, reliable and experienced childcare provider. For over 15 years I have cared for children of all ages. I strive to provide the best caregiving service by ensuring your child has fun and is engaged through activities and playtime. Looking forward to learning more about your family!
Looking for...
Madisen can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Maddi has an amazing outgoing but calm energy to her that is so comforting and suits her perfectly to do childcare. I felt completely safe leaving my 10 month old baby with her. "
Care member
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently between jobs in NYC. I have experience in the Fashion Industry but prior to this and graduating college I babysat for 5 families. I have been a nanny and a mothers helper for ages ranging from 5 months old to 10 years old. On top of this I was a tennis camp counselor with a focus on the 5-7 age group. I would love...
Angela can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
4.0
"Angela has been amazing with our toddler, who had a hard time separating after only being watched by family during COVID. She was great about checking in and letting me know how he's doing after I left. He now walks around asking for her when she isn't here, and...
Elizabeth R.
5.0
(3)
Hello.
My name is Norma and I'm writing to offer my services as a babysitter. As an full-time teacher and single parent to two beautiful, active, loving and respectful children (teenagers). I have a wealth of experience in taking care of babies, toddlers, young children and teenagers. I've been a school teacher for 17 years and...
Norma can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I have known Norma for over 10 years. She has helped me out on numerous occassions, watching my two children and my dogs. She is a dependable, kind, caring and simply a wonderful person. "
Tania H.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am the mother of two children and to me children are heaven sent. They are what you show them what you teach them they are a sponge. Love, Attention, Patience and care is all they need. I have been caring for children for over 21 yrs, and I can say I truly love working with kids. I approach each child as an individual who I...
Frances can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Frances is warm, intelligent, fun, and patient. She keeps my 4-year-old daughter and 9-year-old son engaged, separately or both at once, whether playing at home (when the weather's not great) or adventuring out in the world. She knows how to get around the city...
Ping K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of 2 children, and a grandmother of a baby girl turned 7 years old in July, I took care of her full time from birth to 1 years old. My last position I took care of a infant baby boy full time but due to covid 19 they had to let me go because they moved to long island to live with their parents and there not...
Lubov can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I simply can't recommend Lisa (Lubov) highly enough. She is a compassionate, highly skilled caregiver who truly has a gift with children. She came in and immediately bonded with our 8-month-old, who is typically very anxious around strangers. Lisa was always...
Jeff W.
5.0
(2)
Hi!
I am currently a college student with a lot of babysitting experience throughout the years. I have babysat for a handful of different families with various age ranges (Ages 2-13). I have experience with watching kids alone, at night time, keeping kids busy while parents work from home, playing with kids, changing diapers,...
Aliesha can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Aliesha is a blank canvas awaiting any challenge with a calm and open minded approach. Tell her once what you require and she'll do it; she was a blessing for me!"
Barbra B.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in New York, NY
Caitlyn H.
5.0
Easy, reliable, and caring. Perfect sitter for a night out!
- Alex S.
Britney L.
5.0
Britney was amazing with my little ones! Great to have someone I can trust with my girls, thank you Britney for the amazing care and attention!
- Care member
Jessica P.
5.0
Jessica is great!!
She is attentive with the kids and they always had a great time when she would babysit for them. I would highly recommend her!!
- Care member
Jubalee L.
5.0
Interacted very well with our boys and the dog! Was very punctual, and very friendly! Great Sitter!
- Kyle S.
Caroline M.
5.0
Caroline is great. We've used her multiple times and she's excellent with our 18-month old. We highly recommend her and think she's great.
- Benjamin P.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in New York, NY:
How can I find a New York babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in New York, NY can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 7,259 babysitters in New York, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in New York, NY?
The average rate for New York, NY babysitters on Care.com is $21.11 per hour as of June 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in New York, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in New York, NY through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for New York, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in New York, NY are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 1,956 reviews of the 7,259 listed babysitters.