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146 babysitters are listed in Saratoga Springs, NY
The average rate is $18/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Saratoga Springs, NY
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Lindsey and I'm from New York!
I love working with children and am a huge animal lover. Responsibility and trustworthiness are two of my many important qualities. I have my own transportation, and am a flexible person.
I love being outdoors as much as possible and truly am an outgoing and upbeat person.
I have a...
Lindsey can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
I have known Lindsey for 5 years. I have watched her transition from a teenager to a bright, loving young woman. She is a wonderful big sister to her younger brother. She is also responsible and trustworthy. It has been a privilege being involved with her life as...
Jodi F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Ana. I'm from Peru and I'm Spanish and English speaker. I'm former au pair and I've been working as a full time or part time nanny and babysitter. I have a lot of time experience on the field. I love kids of all ages but I do enjoy infants and small toddlers because I love being part of their daily learning...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Ana is great with our son! It is obvious she's experienced and comfortable with babies. She has also been great with being flexible on her arrival time if we need to leave earlier for work. Making life less stressful!
Nicole T.
5.0
(1)
I am a returning full-time college student, attending Russell Sage to pursue my Physical Education degree, starting at the end of August. I am hoping to find a position that is flexible with my class schedule; ideally, after school care, so I am able to potentially have a serving job in the evenings. I have experience...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Val was great with my twins! They looked forward to seeing her and they never really gave me a problem when I left them with her. She was always on time and flexible with her hours. We were sad to lose her because we were really growing close with her.
Lisa F.
Ashley W.
Saratoga Springs, NY
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a graduate student for Early Childhood and Childhood Education. I nannied for my Dad which allowed me to care for my three siblings (ages 3-7) for 2020. I worked in a daycare for four years, off and on during my undergraduate program. I spent time as a lead teacher in the toddler, preschool, and Pre-K rooms. I also have...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Ashley was amazing with our 4-month-old! He was immediately at ease with her and we were confident he was in extremely capable, knowledgeable and responsible hands while we were away. She was responsive, on time, and took the time to get to know our routines in...
Lillian M.
5.0
(1)
I am a 22-year-old college student living in Saratoga Springs, NY. I have been babysitting, pet sitting, and house sitting for family and friends since I was a freshman in high school. I have the most experience with toddlers and young children, however am capable and open to all ages. I also am very animal friendly and have...
Recent review:
5.0
We recently hired Kaisi to housesit/dog sit while we were out of town for a few days. We have 2 smaller dogs, one of whom is blind and she came to the house before the weekend to meet with us and the pups so that she could see her routine, and meet the other one,...
Jennifer K.
Makayla M.
Saratoga Springs, NY
$18/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I started working with children as a mother's helper when I was 13. From there, I began babysitting multiple different families. The ages of the children I have watched range from newborn-10 but I am comfortable working with children of all ages. I have experience working with children who have disabilities and also have...
Makayla can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Makayla has been working for my family since August 2023, when my son was 2.5 months old and I was starting back at work.
She is a grad student who has a passion for helping others. She is dependable, flexible, and has excellent communication.
11/10...
Jesse L.
Ann M.
Saratoga Springs, NY
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a registered occupational therapist who works full time however is looking for occasional child care jobs! I have clinical experience working with children ages birth-3 years old, and have been babysitting for the past 15 years. I am a very reliable, compassionate, and positive person and think I would be a great fit to...
Ann can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Ann is super fantastic! Our little 2 year old has a bit of separation anxiety when we leave, but Ann jumped right in there and calmed him down within minutes. She was really flexible and a joy to work with.
Tim M.
Phoenix G.
Saratoga Springs, NY
$20-23/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have experience with kids ages 2-10. At 15, I started working at a daycare where I was regularly watching multiple children at a time. I only stopped working there because of the pandemic. I have also worked at a rock climbing gym where I was always working with kids and would often be in charge of running birthday parties.
Phoenix can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Phoenix was great with our three boys- immediately got the rambunctious three year old to play and got everyone to bed on time. Clearly has a passion for kids! I’ve been thankful for the last minute availability as well!
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a vaccinated elementary teacher looking to care for children part-time over the summer. I have worked for several families and children ages 0-16. I hope to keep your child/children busy with fun activities and possibly local trips. I can cook and have no problem preparing delicious and healthy meals for your...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Recent review:
5.0
We were in the area for a wedding and Jessica cared for my 9 month old son at our hotel. She really put my mind at ease from the moment she showed up early and was immediately caring and responsible for my son while I finished getting ready for the wedding. This...
Gabriella B.
Jennifer F.
Saratoga Springs, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Looking for extra work on the weekends and possibly Monday and Fridays. Date nights. Weekend stays and during the day care. Whatever you need I'm here to help your weekends go smoothly and hopefully get you out to have a little fun and enjoy yourself while you relax knowing your sweet babes are safe.
Hello families! I am an...
Jennifer can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
We had one, then two little ones - a little girl followed by her brother. Jenny was great with both. Of course, our preference was never to leave either one of them with someone else, but Life prevented that possibility. Jenny was fantastic from the start. We...
Wallace M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
As an experienced educator and mentor, I have had countless opportunities to work with children and create safe, welcoming environments. I recently completed my third year as an art teacher for grades K-8th. I also have had the privilege of being a nanny to infants for two summers. I am thrilled to begin new relationships with...
Alicia can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Julia M.
Saratoga Springs, NY
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
I have loads of experience with children birth - 12 years, with most of my experience focusing on 6 months - 3 years. Additionally, I am a college graduate and completed coursework related to childhood education and speech pathology. While I am not working, you can find me at the gym, hiking, or just relaxing watching some...
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Recent review:
5.0
Julia helped my family out during a tough time in between our child care situation. She was amazing keeping our toddler on a schedule while also watching after our newborn! We couldn't rave more about Julia and how caring, kind and dependable she was! Also to...
Gina G.
Sara can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
After nannying and substitute teaching for the last 3 years, I decided to finally use my BS in Economics, and hung-up my nannying hat to start my career as an investment banker. Even though I love my job, I am seeking evening babysitting or tutoring gigs because I love and miss working with children.
Devon can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Leora C.
Saratoga Springs, NY
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Looking For A New Family To Work For!
I am a recent graduate from Skidmore College who loves children. I especially like to do art projects, dance, play board games, play dress up, cook, bake, and read. I have babysat for two families before, and have cooked, cleaned, helped with homework, bathed, and have had fun with the kids! I work very well with girls, but boys...
Leora can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Kelly. I have 6 years of babysitting experience both infants and toddlers. I can help with work around the house as well. I love children & pets! I have just graduated college this past May. I am looking for a part time job on a Monday or Tuesday as I work as a youth care worker the other days of the week! I would...
Kelly can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Bridgette D.
Saratoga Springs, NY
$12-17/hr • 8 yrs exp
Physical Education Teacher K-12 Looking For Summer Babysitting!
I am a physical education teacher in the Albany area. I teach grades k-12 and have been a teacher in NYS since 2012. I have a passion for teaching children and love to give them the best possible learning environment for them to grow and be successful. I care for my students on a daily basis and enjoy getting to watch them enjoy...
Bridgette can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Jessica G.
Saratoga Springs, NY
$20-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
Part-Time Caregiver Available, Full Time During Summer, Part Time Rest Of Year
I am currently an elementary school teacher looking for part-time work/ full time work over the summers! I have been teaching full time for 4 years. I have always had jobs working with children, whether it is a summer camps, or babysitting.
Jessica can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Lillian R.
Saratoga Springs, NY
$13-18/hr • 1 yrs exp
Currently In My Last Year Of Nursing School. I Love Being Around Children!!
I have experience with babysitting children. I am very responsible and reliable when it comes to my worth ethic. I am active and creative, especially painting and drawing with kids. I love to help out as much as I can. I'm great with kids of all ages!
Lillian can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Kaiya S.
Saratoga Springs, NY
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! I'm a responsible, patient, and positive student from Brooklyn! My sister and I have a 16-year age difference, so when she was born, I became the built-in babysitter. I have about 5 years of experience caring for newborns and toddlers, and have also volunteered as a tutor for elementary school-aged children. In college, I've...
Kaiya can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Saratoga Springs, NY
Lindsey H.
5.0
I have known Lindsey for 5 years. I have watched her transition from a teenager to a bright, loving young woman. She is a wonderful big sister to her younger brother. She is also responsible and trustworthy. It has been a privilege being involved with her life as close as I have been.
- Jodi F.
Ana P.
5.0
Ana is great with our son! It is obvious she's experienced and comfortable with babies. She has also been great with being flexible on her arrival time if we need to leave earlier for work. Making life less stressful!
- Nicole T.
Val K.
5.0
Val was great with my twins! They looked forward to seeing her and they never really gave me a problem when I left them with her. She was always on time and flexible with her hours. We were sad to lose her because we were really growing close with her.
- Lisa F.
Ashley W.
5.0
Ashley was amazing with our 4-month-old! He was immediately at ease with her and we were confident he was in extremely capable, knowledgeable and responsible hands while we were away. She was responsive, on time, and took the time to get to know our routines in advance so she could give our son the...
- Lillian M.
Kaisi A.
5.0
We recently hired Kaisi to housesit/dog sit while we were out of town for a few days. We have 2 smaller dogs, one of whom is blind and she came to the house before the weekend to meet with us and the pups so that she could see her routine, and meet the other one, who can be very shy around...
- Jennifer K.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Saratoga Springs, NY:
How can I find a Saratoga Springs babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Saratoga Springs, 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 146 babysitters in Saratoga Springs, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Saratoga Springs, NY?
The average rate for Saratoga Springs, NY babysitters on Care.com is $18.50 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 Saratoga Springs, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Saratoga Springs, 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 Saratoga Springs, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Saratoga Springs, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 146 listed babysitters.