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60 nannies are listed in Poughkeepsie, NY
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby nannies is 6 years
Nannies in Poughkeepsie, NY
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Diana, I've been working in this beautiful industry as a nanny for the past 20 years of my life. I described myself as a very loving, caring and reliable person who always put the interest of others first and think about the safety of the children I take care and to love them as they were my own children. I consider...
Diana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Diana is kind, loyal, and extremely trustworthy. Diana is one of the most caring and loving people I have ever met. She loves my children as if they are her own and cares for them in the kindest of ways. Years ago, my family experienced great tragedy. Diana drove...
Emily A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Ada I am 28 years old. I have been a professional nanny in Westchester for the past 9 years who is now living in duchess county! and I am looking for a full time position starting soon. I am one of eight children so I grew up taking care of my younger siblings and my older siblings taking care of me.
Looking...
Ada can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ada has demonstrated tremendous responsibility in taking care of our children and in keeping the house in working order. She is kind, trustworthy and great with children.
It is clear to me that working with kids is a passion for Ada. She loves working with the...
Samantha S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My mother used to have an in home day care so I was always around kids and bought up to nurture kids. So being a nanny has always been something I adapted to quickly. I have done tons of community service hours that involved helping children. I always recommend this one service project called Beautiful people, I would help...
Liana can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Liana is the absolute best. She made our lives easier and happier by being in our home and building a loving and playful relationship with our kids. We trust her completely and our kids adore her. She is a treasure to our family."
Natalie G.
Jessica R.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$42/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Teacher/Nanny Looking For Full-Time Job Available On Weekends When Requested.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"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 him transition smoothly into her care. Jessica is always on top of things, always organized and most of all...
Nala K.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I currently work M-F 8:30-4:30 as a therapist and have availability during weekday evenings and weekends. In addition to childcare, I would love to find a family who need weekly help with household tasks such as meal prep, laundry, organizing, etc. I am fully vaccinated.
Before moving back to Dutchess County for my new job as a...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Emma is the absolute best. She is extremely reliable, caring, patient, trustworthy and an all around amazing person. She has helped my family for almost 2 years and has always gone above and beyond. My son and daughter both adore her. Consider yourself lucky if you...
Christine G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
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...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"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. She always communicated well with me (and that's important to moms!). She had my kids as infants, through broken...
Melissa L.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
A babysitter/ Nanny with 8 years experience responsible puntual and seriously consistent of take care my responsibility appropriate
Liliana can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"Lily was a Godsend for our family. She provided excellent childcare for my three-year-old and while she napped helped with housework and cooking. My daughter loves Lily, and so do we. She is also an excellent cook."
Bhakti M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Lauren, and I am an experienced teacher and nanny. I have taught infants- fourth grade and have a passion for childcare. I am looking for some part time work and occasional babysitting.
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Great care! Came on time and was great with both of my kids!"
Care member
Olive R.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$45/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Olive. I have been a professional nanny and a care specialist, I have extensive service experience as a night and day nanny. providing quality care for children of all ages especially new born and Preemies. I've had great communication skills with every family I've worked for good understanding of the children and...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Our son was born January 2023. Olive joined us the night we came home from the hospital and did nights with us for two weeks. It's our first baby and we were so nervous and clueless about many things. Having Olive's calm and reassuring presence to guide us was an...
Natalie L.
Sabrina N.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Are you looking for a reliable, nurturing, and seasoned nanny? Look no further! With over a decade of experience in childcare, I have honed my skills in a variety of settings, including daycares, preschools, and before and after school programs. My journey with children has allowed me to work with all age groups, from caring for...
Sabrina can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sabrina is a great care giver I would recommend her anytime she is vary caring and a loving person "
Care member
Kathleen A.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kittie and I live in Poughkeepsie with my husband and two children. I am a dependable, caring, patient and fun-loving mom of two kids aged 11 & 15. With over 25 years of childcare experience-during high school, college, a number of years as a live-in nanny and now raising my own school age children, you can be...
Kathleen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Kathleen was incredibly professional when we hired her for the care of our 11 month daughter. We were coming into town for a weekend wedding so only needed her for one-night -- and her demeanor immediately put me at ease leaving her with someone new. Kathleen...
Sunlen S.
Alyssa M.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello families,
A little about me, I have over 10 years of experience working with children. My experiences range from nanny positions, two Teacher Assistant positions (pre k- school age) and open babysitting nights.
I recently graduated with my Bachelor's degree in Communications and currently work remotely.
I am looking...
Alyssa can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alyssa was my children's babysitter for multiple years, and when it was time for her to move on, both of them cried. She has the compassion to truly care for children, and figure out what works for them, not just what works for her. She was extremely punctual, so...
Charles M.
Marilyn J.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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,...
Marilyn can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Super sweet. The kids love her!"
Michael R.
Emily S.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Emily, and I have a BA in psychology/child psychology from Vassar College and am looking for opportunities to gain more experience caring for children. As someone who is currently pursuing a Master's degree in child clinical psychology, I have abundant knowledge about child development and providing...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Emily is an incredible babysitter and person. She is excited to help and be present with the kids. She shows up on time. She always tries to do something extra. She is kind and loving, and immediately my kids fell in love with her. We are sad to lose her and know...
Allison H.
Hi, my name is Ekeara. I have a degree in Early Childhood education. My strengths as a nanny/caregiver are that I am a very responsible, reliable & caring person. I am passionate about my time in the nanny field so that I can continue doing what I love & broadening my experiences.
Ekeara can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
I am a mom of a 5-year-old 4-year-old and 9-month-old. I also worked at daycares for 2 years. I have references if needed
Kayla can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Hi! I am seeking part time work as a nanny/babysitter. I know the importance of having someone that you can respect and trust when it comes to taking good care of the most important people in your life!
Susan can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
I'd describe my personality as fun, loving and attentive
My skills include Patience, Interpersonal and Communication Skills
I am a 23-year-old college student who has babysat children since I was about 15. I used to babysit a lot of family members and as I got older I began watching children of friends and others. My husband is a gymnastics coach and I nanny for some of the parents as well as the children of the business. I love children and enjoy...
Nycole can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello!
I'm a certified teacher in grades 5-12 and have been in the schools for over 10 years! I have worked with children 2 years old and currently tutor a sophomore in college! I'm seeking part time work for this summer. I'd be happy to discuss my prior work in nannying with you.
Thanks for considering me to care for your...
Jenna Marie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Poughkeepsie, NY
Diana C.
5.0
Diana was fabulous! She was so attentive and caring with our 4 month old son, and he loved her too!
We were in town visiting for a wedding and Diana watched our son for two nights in a row. She is a great communicator, arrived early and put us both at ease. It was our first time as new parents using...
- Care member
Ada T.
5.0
Based on my experience with her throughout these last few years, I feel confident that she will contribute significantly to your family as she did to mine.
Throughout the time she has worked for me, she was recognized as a dedicated and dependable individual. Ada came to work for me when my son...
- Marija B.
Liana L.
5.0
Liana is the absolute best. She made our lives easier and happier by being in our home and building a loving and playful relationship with our kids. We trust her completely and our kids adore her. She is a treasure to our family.
- Natalie G.
Jessica R.
5.0
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 him transition smoothly into her care. Jessica is always on top of things, always organized and most of all have my baby so much love and care....
- Nala K.
Emma P.
5.0
Emma is the absolute best. She is extremely reliable, caring, patient, trustworthy and an all around amazing person. She has helped my family for almost 2 years and has always gone above and beyond. My son and daughter both adore her. Consider yourself lucky if you find her!
- Christine G.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Poughkeepsie, NY
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2024 near me in Poughkeepsie, NY?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Poughkeepsie, NY is as of is $21.83 per hour as of May, 2024. 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 Poughkeepsie, NY?
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What type of nanny services can I find near me in Poughkeepsie, NY?
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Ratings for Poughkeepsie, NY nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Nannies in Poughkeepsie, NY are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews of the 60 listed nannies.