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433 babysitters are listed in Astoria, NY
The average rate is $21/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Astoria, NY
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children for over 10 years. I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing...
Pamela can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Pamela helped watched our little girl for one day while our daycare was closed. She was incredibly warm and friendly and I really appreciated her punctuality and flexibility. She even came the weekend before to meet me and my husband. She is great!"
Rachel P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Stephanie, I was born and raised in Astoria, I have a Maltese shiatzu named chiqui. I also am in nursing school, my goal is to become a pediatric nurse practitioner some day. I have experience in babysitting kids from newborn and toddlers. I truly enjoy working with kids.
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"Stephanie is so great with kids. She is a very responsible person, soft spoken, funny and patient ! "
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Jackie, and I would love to be your child's sitter! I was raised under the guidance of my childhood babysitter, and as I grew older, I helped her take care of new children that came in. These children varied from the ages of 6 months to 7 years, and included a set of two 3-year-old twins. This taught me to change...
Jacqueline can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jackie was great! She was punctual, cheerful, and patient with our 5-month-old baby. Our older kiddo (5 yo) was with her grandparents, so Jackie only interacted with her briefly, but we could tell she’d be great with older kids. Jackie seems lively, creative, and...
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5.0
(1)
I live in USA. I m basically Pakistani 15 year baby sitter experience I m very good in cooking I love children that's why wants to be a nanny for newborn baby I m friendly smiley honest discipline and punctual
5.0
"If you’re looking for someone kind, warm, loving, and willing to treat your children like her own, Qurat is the person for you!"
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Salma, and I'm thrilled to bring my passion for childcare and 5 years of experience to your family. As a dedicated and reliable babysitter, I prioritise creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children of all ages.
I believe in open communication with both parents and children, ensuring transparency...
Salma can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Salma loves and is passionate with kids. I have 2 toddlers. She plays, reads and teaches them through the day. I was comfortable to leave them within her care for full days. She leaves pretty far for me but she made the efforts to come as needed since we could...
Sabrina S.
5.0
(2)
Hiii family! This is a little bit about myself: I'm very active person, who loves to spend time with kids doing indoor and outdoor activities. I love to do crafts, baking, painting, hiking and biking. I live in Long Island City
I have worked as a nanny and babysitter for over 3 years.
I've been working with newborns, infants,...
Ingrid can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Johanna is very sweet, emphatic and gentle mannered."
Diana G.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Pursuing opportunities as Housekeeper/house manager with an option for cooking. Dynamic, caring, and responsive to the family's needs. Exercise maturity, good judgment and responsibility; a trusted partner with the family home. Strong communication, planning and multitasking skills. Professional level organizational skills,...
Ursula can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, dusting & more
5.0
"Ursula was a fantastic housekeeper for us! She was detail oriented, thorough, thoughtful, and understanding of our preference to use natural cleaning supplies. We would definitely work with her again!"
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5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a full-time caregiver for my grandson Monday-Friday and I am looking for weekend work. I have over 30 years of experience as a live-in nanny, senior caregiver, pet sitter and housekeeper. I am beyond reliable and extremely caring. Current resume and references are available upon request.
Sonia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, personal care, dementia, companionship & more
5.0
"Confession: I haven't written a recommendation for Sonia before this because I was afraid someone might steal her away! :) Sonia has worked for my family and me for years and I can't say enough good things about her. She is all of the things you would want in...
Patrick M.
Maria O.
Astoria, NY
$28-32/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.5
(16)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Maria, but you can call me Alejandra. I live in Astoria, Queens and I'm CPR certified. I graduated from high school and I studied nursing for a year and a half- my dream job is to one day be a pediatric nurse. I'm 32years old, I'm bilingual in English/Spanish and I have experience with kids of all ages, from...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
4.0
"Nice girl, very punctual and responsable."
Alejandra C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting and nannying for 8 years and I have worked with infants as young as 6 weeks old, up through elementary school age children. I have volunteered in several day care centers, working with toddlers and preschoolers. I have worked as a camp counselor for many years as well, working with children ages 2 to 12...
Kathryn can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kathryn came at just the right time for our family. We were very lucky to get a chance to work with her, as she's been the perfect match for us. Kathryn watched our infant daughter for two months, and if we didn't have a spot open at preschool, we'd still be...
Anne D.
Michelle M.
Astoria, NY
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Trustworthy and energetic babysitter with 7 years of experience looking after children on weekday mornings/evenings, weekends, and during school holidays. Effective at engaging them in an assortment of activities to meet their educational and physical needs, while always maintaining a vigilant eye on their health and safety....
Michelle can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I called Michelle to watch my 3 year old toddler son a couple of weeks ago while I gave birth (November 2017). She was so sweet and accommodating on the phone and even though I called her last minute she made the time and worked me into her schedule. My son loved...
Kate R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have over 15 years of babysitting experience with newborns and kids up to 10 years old. I've also taken care of twins. I am certified in CPR and AED. Willing to travel & US citizen. Lastly, I love pets!
Aida can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Wonderful nanny. Aida was always punctual and reliable. She took great care of my toddler daughter and was always very tidy. I trust her very much and would definitely hire her again if the need arises!"
Margot L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Growing up in a big family (6kids) I've always love being surrounded by children. In my adult years, I was on call helping a single mother with her daughter, from age 1- 3 years. Currently, I babysit a 9month old three days a week. I'm also in a relationship where my partner has full custody of his two children(both whom have...
Kristin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Kristin is super nice. My kids love when she comes over. I think they like her better than me."
Sean G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Alexis and have been living in NYC Queens for about one year and am originally from Tampa, Florida! I have a background in Finance but I've had a range of experience in the corporate worlds. I am a first generation Cuban American who speaks Spanish fluently. Currently I am taking a break from the corporate...
5.0
"Alexis is amazing. She is thoughtful, organized, punctual and great with kids and dogs. She has her "head in the game" - she pays attention to the details. She is also very professional and communicative. Plus, she takes great pics of your kids! I'm so...
Kate M.
Leah R.
Astoria, NY
$17-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have 5 years of experience with babysitting and raising my little brother. I also had experience as an in home caretaker for an elderly couple and before that was a Certified Nurses Assistant. I can help with light housekeeping, meal prepping and arts/crafts.
Leah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"If I could give more stars, I would. Leah, was the best caregiver to my baby, I was sad to see her go when I moved. She’s kind, always on time, thoughtful and considerate. "
Ashley L.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Joanna and I am a certified NYC Department of Education High School teacher. I have a masters in Education and a bachelors in Criminology and Child Maltreatment and Advocacy Studies. This summer I am looking for a nanny position for the perfect family. I have been a babysitter and summer nanny for several...
Joanna can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She cares,
Reliable
Flexible
Fun
Responsible
Trustworthy"
Kelly J.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am an energetic and creative person with 8 years experience babysitting for children ages 6 months to 12 years old. I love creating activities for children to participate in included crafting, playing games, and storytelling. I volunteered at a children's nursery for 4 years in high school. I am a very organized person and...
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Abby is fantastic! My son loves hanging out with her. She is engaging, reliable, and she also helps out with things like meal prepping and organizing while my son naps."
Sarina T.
5.0
(1)
My name is Katie, I graduated with my bachelors in 2021, and currently work a 9-5. I used to be a live-in and live-out nanny and occasional babysitter throughout high school and college. A lot of people would describe me as caring, hard working, a problem solver and emotionally intelligent. Most importantly, I want to be a role...
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Katherine M. took great care of our two children for nearly two years. She was always a good example of kindness and respect for others with her mild-mannered ways.
Katherine helped with homework, meals/snacks, shuttled them to parks, aquarium, ice cream parlor...
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Sherry W.
Astoria, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Responsible babysitter, trustworthy with years of experience, caring for children during weekdays. skilled in creating fun, engaging, and educational activities, while demonstrating a priority for children's safety and well-being.
Sherry can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Sherry has been amazing, I hired her to watch my son after school and for the past three years she has become a part of my family. She is as caring as one could hope for, but my highest praises go to her flexibility - I have been in binds on odd days, at odd times,...
Christopher H.
Siku H.
Astoria, NY
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hello parents!
My name is Siku and I am thrilled to introduce myself as a dedicated and experienced babysitter. With over 10 years of experience in childcare, I have gained valuable knowledge and skills that prioritize both safety and fun for your little ones.
Ensuring the safety of your children is my utmost priority. I am...
Siku can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Siku is an excellent caregiver, and my 2 kids wholeheartedly concur. Communication, patience, and reliability are paramount to me, and Siku demonstrated exceptional proficiency in all three aspects. Additionally, Siku surpassed expectations by applying attentive...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Astoria, NY
Pamela R.
5.0
Pamela was a godsend for me and my wife. She was twice the caregiver we hoped to find on care.com. She watched our baby for about 15 months and we could not be happier with the care our baby received. I would recommend her to anybody without delay. We wish her the best of luck moving forward and...
- Quetzalli T.
Stephanie D.
5.0
Stephanie is so great with kids. She is a very responsible person, soft spoken, funny and patient !
- Care member
Jacqueline M.
5.0
Jackie was great! She was punctual, cheerful, and patient with our 5-month-old baby. Our older kiddo (5 yo) was with her grandparents, so Jackie only interacted with her briefly, but we could tell she’d be great with older kids. Jackie seems lively, creative, and fun.
- Care member
Qurat N.
5.0
Qurat has a wonderful way with kids. They immediately gravitate towards her and sense her caring nature. I highly recommend Qurat for your care.com needs.
- Care member
Salma N.
5.0
Salma loves and is passionate with kids. I have 2 toddlers. She plays, reads and teaches them through the day. I was comfortable to leave them within her care for full days. She leaves pretty far for me but she made the efforts to come as needed since we could both not commit because of the long...
- Sabrina S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Astoria, NY:
How can I find a Astoria babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Astoria, 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 433 babysitters in Astoria, 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 Astoria, NY?
The average rate for Astoria, NY babysitters on Care.com is $21.21 per hour as of April 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 Astoria, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Astoria, 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 Astoria, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Astoria, NY are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 208 reviews of the 433 listed babysitters.