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Valeria M.

Part Time Care Giver

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Valeria! I am 20 years old. I'm a super active person that loves outdoor activities when I'm not running I'm biking or trying to go on a hike. I love being around kids so being able to work with them is a plus!! I can't wait to meet your family, not only will I care for them, I will make sure we have fun!

Shannon R. says "Valeria was an absolute blessing to our family! Our children took to her immediately (1yr old when she started and then we recently had another child)....

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Madeline S.

Positive And Grounded Care

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Part-time availability beginning early December! I'm currently a vegetable farmer and will go part-time through the winter. Kids deserve respect, kindness, and care that's suited to their individual nature. I meet each child with patience and understanding while teaching boundaries, emotional regulation tools, and more. I love...

Amanda R. says "Maddie has been a Life saver for our children and our family. She has been with us for a long time and we are so very sad to see her go. She is a gift to...

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Bertalina S.

Full-time Caregiver Available

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello My name is Bertalina. You can call me Lina for short. I'm 34 years old. I graduated from Dutchess Community College with my associate's degree in liberal arts in 2013. I have 10 years of experience working with kids. I am CPR/FIRST AID certified, and I also have training in the Office of Fire Prevention and Control. I...

Angel A. says "Lina was very pleasant and gun ho to take on he task of our "5 below 5". She has a big inviting smile that the kids responded with ease to. I will surely...

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Jennifer L.

Experienced Nanny

Poughkeepsie, NY

4.5(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been a nanny for the past 17 years. I love children because they make me smile. I have worked with disabled children and adults. I am First Aid & CPR certified.

Sasha P. says "Jenn took care of my son since he was 6 weeks old to 10 months old. We also have a daughter who she watched occasionally who was 6 years old. I worked...

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Emily N.

FULL TIME Caregiver

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$38/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Emily! I have over 10 years of childcare experience and a background in early childhood education and five years of house management experience. I have been coaching soccer and baseball in my church sports program for the past 10 years. I am also very involved in many children programs at my church from teaching...

Melissa L. says "Emily took care of my babies for several years and continues to babysit when we need her. She is kind, friendly, energetic, reliable and responsible....

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Marilyn J.

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I love working with children. I come from a large family. My mother ran a group family daycare from our house while I was in school, so I was always around children. I started babysitting when I was 14 and now, many, many years later, I have two children of my own. I have worked with newborns thru 16-year-olds as a caregiver,...

Michael R. says "Super sweet. The kids love her!"

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Liliana E.

Babysitter

Poughkeepsie, NY

3.7(1)
from
$27/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
A babysitter/ Nanny with 8 years experience responsible puntual and seriously consistent of take care my responsibility appropriate

Brenda H. says "Liliana was by far the top best Nanny I have ever hired. Unfortunately she had to leave her very important role as our Son's Nanny due to her family...

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Whitneyfer A.

Creative Sitter

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
I've always been around children from working at daycare's and after school centers. The children were from the ages of 1-16. Many years of experience! I'm very artistic and creative. Experienced with children with special needs.

Katherine F. says "Whitneyfer did so well with my 2 year old. Reliable with transportation to take my daughter to the park and activities. Very artistic, lots of art...

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Jecoliah K.

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am currently a student at The Culinary Institute of America, and love spending my time cooking and baking, especially for the kiddos! I spent three years in high school focusing on early childhood development, working in a preschool, which included making lessons plans, planing field trips, and handling the day to day...

Christina K. says "Jecoliah helped babysit our 9-month-old on short notice when we needed coverage for a late evening event while visiting the area. She was very...

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Robyn C.

Early Childhood Nanny

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
travel
Hi! My name is Robyn and I'm an early childhood educator, nanny, friend, big sister, caregiver, and all around enthusiast of learning through play. I have over 10 years of experience working with children ranging in ages from birth to 15 years old, and excellent references to back it up. I believe in positive reinforcement,...

Kristen M. says " Robin has been with our twin children for over a year, from 1 to 2 years old. When she's available she is Always our first choice. She is a true...

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Emily M.

Fun Sitter And Teacher

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Emily! During my free time you can find me either outside running/ riding my bike or reading a good book! I have 3 years experience as a nanny and have worked with children age 6 months - 8 years old. I have experience as a tesol teacher and can help with early childhood development as well as tutoring in...

Shannon R. says "Emily cared for our son like he was her own. They played outside constantly, did arts and crafts, and read books to name just a few activities. She...

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Tracey P.

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Tracey and I'm a 22-year-old College student. I come with excellent references and I have 4 years' experience with infants and children. I'm very patient and caring with children and love helping them learn while also having fun. I have experience changing diapers and potty-training, if age appropriate. Safety is...

Deanna A. says "Tracey was my child's nanny and the best by far! So friendly loving and caring. She's very punctual never been late! Better than I can say for myself...

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Jessica R.

Experienced Teacher/Nanny Looking For Full-Time Job Available On Weekends When Requested.

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
As a childcare provider, I enjoy sharing my love of the outdoors and creativity/art with kids. I have over 10 years of experience including babysitting, pre-school teaching and most recently a toddler teacher class of 10 children. I think it's important to provide children with a fun, fulfilling and enriched environment. I am an...

Nala K. says "Jessica was by far the best child care provider & housekeeper I have had. She was very respectful and thorough. She made a schedule for my baby that helped...

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Beatriz I.

Full Time Available

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hello. My name is Beatriz. I'm 33 years old. I live in Poughkeepsie.. I have 7 years of experience caring Children and 3 years of experience caring senior. -I alredy got a certification in Child Nutrition and Cooking from Stanford University. - I'm CPR certified. - I'm a Spanish speaker too. -I have good references. I like...

Bethany W. says "Bea has been working for us for almost a year now and she is wonderful with my two boys! They both love her so much! "

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Dena V.

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
I enjoy keeping children engaged in creative and educational activities. I believe that music fosters language and learning through song and dance. I enjoy making all the baby's and children's food fresh and I believe it keeps them open to trying different foods as they get older. They aren't afraid to try something new. Beware...

Brandi C. says "Dena is a joy! I've known her personally for more than 25 years. Trustworthy, safety conscious, kind and honest. Attentive, engaged, energetic, creative...

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Child care centers in Poughkeepsie, NY

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Dreamland Daycare Services LLC

733 Freedom Plains Road Poughkeepsie, NY

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
Grand Opening Specials including Lock in Rates!! Exp. March 31, 2016. The daycare experience that every parent and child "dreams" about! Daycare Services for 3, 4 and 5 year old kids.
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Busy Bees Learning Center

5 Scofield Heights Poughkeepsie, NY

- Weekdays 7:00 am to 5:30 pm -Family Daycare & Learning center -Care for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old -Licensed Daycare Provider -Before and after school pick up/ drop off -Located in Wappingers school District -Meals included
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Wee Play Children's Center

13 Hook Rd Poughkeepsie, NY

State license verified

In-Home daycare
Preschool
Child care
"Wee Play, We Sing, We Dance, We Walk, We Read, We Build, We Paint, We Laugh, We Learn, Wee Play" We offer full day, year round care for Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, Pre-K, and before and after care for Kindergarten. Our education based programs will encourage your child's social, emotional and physical growth and...
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Country Grove Children'S Ctr.

99 TODD HILL RD POUGHKEEPSIE, NY

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1460/mo
Country Grove is a child care center dedicated to providing the highest quality in children’s educational programs while providing a safe, healthy, nurturing, fun and creative environment. Located in Poughkeepsie, New York, we happily care for children 6 weeks through 12 years.

samantha H. says "I work in NY city and I decided to move back to Poughkeepsie so that I can leave my child at this center, even though it is a 3 hour commute!"

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Healthy Kids Programs

103 HOOKER AVE POUGHKEEPSIE, NY

starting at
$100/mo
Day Care
Preschool
Child care
Healthy Kids Programs has been providing Before and After School, Summer Camp and Early Learning Programs since 2003. As the largest childcare provider in New York State with the most communities served, our focus is to provide a positive, engaging and stimulating experience that promotes each child's social/emotional, physical...
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  • 212 child care providers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.31/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated child care providers is 4.4

Recent child care reviews from local parents in Poughkeepsie, NY

Child Care Providers in Poughkeepsie, NY are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 61 reviews of the 212 listed child care providers

Valeria M.

Valeria was an absolute blessing to our family! Our children took to her immediately (1yr old when she started and then we recently had...

- Shannon R.

Madeline S.

Maddie has been a Life saver for our children and our family. She has been with us for a long time and we are so very sad to see her go. She...

- Amanda R.

Bertalina S.

Lina was very pleasant and gun ho to take on he task of our "5 below 5". She has a big inviting smile that the kids responded with ease to....

- Angel A.

FAQs for finding child care near you in Poughkeepsie, NY

Hiring someone on Care.com to provide child care services will cost an average of $21.31 per hour as of November 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each child care provider has, how many kids you will need them to watch, the age of your children, and whether you need part-time or full-time child care.

Care.com currently has 194 child care providers near you in Poughkeepsie, NY. You can search for caregivers by their distance from Poughkeepsie, NY and by hourly pay rate. Then you can compare their experience, specific services they offer and what age groups of kids they specialize in caring for. You can also read reviews from other families in Poughkeepsie, NY that have worked with the child care providers you're interested in.

You want to find a child care provider that will get along with your kids, but also follows many of the same parenting ideas you have. Structure your questions around how your kids behave in certain situations and what the provider thinks is the best action to take. And because there are plenty of activities to do in Poughkeepsie, NY, you should ask questions about the fun things each child care provider would do to keep your kids happy and entertained. Finally, ask each provider about their past child care experience, references from other families in Poughkeepsie, NY and if they are certified in first aid and CPR.

Different child care providers are willing to offer support in different ways. For example, some can provide after-school transportation and others can help with light housework and cleaning. The first step to finding the right type of child care is to outline what you'd like from a candidate before starting your child care search. Think about how much you are willing to pay, the level of experience you wish them to have, if you want them to have any first-aid certifications, and if you need them to handle additional duties beyond taking care of your kids. After this is completed, create an account on Care.com and answer a few questions to find child care providers near you that match your needs. You can then either post a job that can be seen by our extensive pool of caretakers, or search for child care providers on Care.com based on years of experience, hourly rate, availability, distance from your area, etc. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request additional background checks, and hire the child care provider that best meets the needs of your family.

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