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My name is Deina and I'm an experienced and reliable babysitter with 2 years of experience caring for a child. I can provide your child with a safe, positive, and enjoyable environment. In the fall, I will begin my second year of nursing school at Molloy University. My interests include watching movies, playing tennis and golf,...
Deina Ineah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Kathleen I have many years of experience with many families mostly in the Rockville centre area. Have very good references love children and pets would love to talk with you !
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I work as a Paraprofessional for the Department of Education supporting students with special needs to meet their IEP goals.
I've also worked with families after school and during the summer doing school pickups, drop offs to extracurricular activities, worked on fun art projects, helped with hw, assisted with bedtime routines...
Toni-ann can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Toni is an incredible baby sitter. I hired her in a rush because my recent sitter moved away. Toni was so responsible and responsive. My kids absolutely loved her. She played with them and made sure they ate their dinner. She was respectful and even offered to do...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have over 3 years of experience looking after children. I can help with cooking, laundry, deep cleaning, travel, crafts, and school work. I am currently a student at Adelphi studying social work, and I have worked with children in a preschool setting for about a year or so. I have worked with children with autism and in the...
Chloe can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"We have had a very good experience with Chloe. She's timely, reliable, and follows through with any requests that we have had. She is very easy to work with and the kids enjoy her company."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have years of experience working with, caring for, and supervising children and young adults. I have two degrees (B. S in Criminal Justice and M. A in International Crime and Justice) and an Advanced Certificate (Terrorism Studies).
The bulk of my work experience with children comes from my previous job at New York Edge - the...
Quiana can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Quiana was extremely reliable and dependable. She had great communication too."
Ginny M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Errands. Im a Senior at URI I'm involved in alot of different organizations and a very reliable and flexible person. I have babysat many different age groups of children and looking forward to getting to know you and your family :)
Christina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
5.0
"Christina is communicative, punctual, and friendly. She was great with my 17 month old son and I plan to hire her again."
Melissa T.
Erica V.
Franklin Square, NY
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Erica a 24-year-old Flight Attendant . I have worked with kids now for over 8 years from all ages. Past experiences include after school programs, babysitting, children entertainment companies, and even assisting in religion classes. I am also CPR certified with my current career. I am full of energy and patiences. I'm...
Erica can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
5.0
"Erica is a dependable young woman that has assisted me in teaching my religious education class for elementary age children. She has also cared for my nephews and nieces ranging from newborn up. Her care for children come naturally to her and the children adore...
Barbara C.
Ilana D.
Merrick, NY
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ilana and I just graduated from SUNY New Paltz with a major in Early Childhood/ Childhood Education and a concentration in English. I have my NYS Initial Teaching Certificate (Birth - 6 grade). In the fall, I will begin earning my Master's Degree, part-time in Special Education at Queens College. I have about 5...
Ilana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ilana babysat for us over the summer of 2021. We loved her, and so did our 18 month old son. She took him on long walks, ran around outside, read books endlessly and did a lot of rainy day puzzles. Hopefully we'll work with her again!"
Callie O.
Jaely M.
Valley Stream, NY
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello My name is Jaely, I am a 20-year-old native New Yorker. I come from a big family and that has given me the opportunity to be able to to relate to children of all age ranges . I am experienced with special needs children as well. I am willing to do light housekeeping and grocery shop. I'm very hard working and when given a...
Jaely can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My husband and I where very pleased with Jaely. She was great with our kids. Our kids where comfortable with her which is a plus. Will be using her again for the future."
Monique C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a 58 yr old extremely experienced childcare and care giver. I am a single mother of 4 all grown and I would love to help you. I am highly recommended and experienced. Organization is key to success is my motto. This is extremely important when children are concerned. If you need an experienced childcare giver 35 yrs...
Lisamarie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"I've known Lisa for almost 40 years. I have watched her raise her family basically single handed and all 4 of her young men have turned out to be wonderfully respectful successful men. Lisa has helped me with my children as well while I was experiencing challenges...
Joan M.
5.0
(2)
I have been working with children since I was a preteen. From there I went on to work for a day care full time. I started caring for a 3-year-old boy after my full time job M-T and his newborn sister. I worked for them for 5 years till they moved to France. After that I worked in a Dr. office for many years Till 2011 when I...
Christina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
5.0
"She was the Nanny for our 2 children for over 3 years. We'll all miss her! "
Sarah L.
5.0
(1)
Good day family,
I'm Jade, I'm 22 looking to gain more experience in my passion. I love children and working with them. I've never met a child that didn't wanna stay with me after an hr. I'm very loving, nurturing, understanding and patient. I like to think of all children that I care for as my own, in my opinion that's the...
Jade can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Jade is so nurturing and kind! She’s loving and actually treated my son as her own! I absolutely would pay top dollar if I had another child just to get her back!! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as fun-loving, compassionate, & creative
I like working with kids because working with children reminds me of my inner child & I love watching children grow into different stages in their development.
I'm looking for a job that is comfortable & appreciative!
I started working with kids as...
Ammaley can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"Ammaley is an amazing candidate! Shes been watching my baby since she was 5 months until 3 years old! She was the one who made my baby become potty trained, helped with her speech!!! She’s amazing! I wish I never moved because I would’ve continue with her. My baby...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Debbie and I reside in Seaford. Let me tell you a little bit about myself. I have been with a GREAT family for 7 1/2 years. Unfortunately family needs have changed (they need someone who drives for after school activities) and I am now looking for a new family to take care of. I have taught the little ones ABCs,...
Deborah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Deborah has been my nanny for the past 7 1/2 wonderful years. She started out caring for my son (then 1 1/2 years old; now 9). I became pregnant with twin daughters (now almost 7). She was always on time, in rain, snow or shine, and never in 7 1/2 called in sick!...
Carolina E.
Mary K.
Franklin Square, NY
$18-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm Mary And I Am Currently Attending College To Obtain My Degree In Child Psychology.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as calm, caring and understanding
I like working with kids because they give you a new perspective on life
I'm looking for a job that will give me experience in my future in child psychology
I started working with kids when I was in high school as a baby sitter and watching my cousins children...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Mary K was very attentive and caring with our 2 and 5 year old children our kids said they had a great time playing games and building legos with Mary K
we will definitely hire Mary K again"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have extensive experience caring for newborn babies and children of all ages. I strive to keep them engaged, safe, and happy. I am happy to help with homework and projects. I feel comfortable driving (picking the children up from school, taking them to after-school activities, etc). Preparation of lunches and after-school...
Lisa can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Lisa has been an important member of our family this past year and she comes highly recommended. Unfortunately, due to a change in our family?s employment, we are unable to keep her. With that said, she takes care of both our 10-month-old infant (started from the...
Jeanette S.
4.5
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Laura and I am a junior elementary education major! I am a kind, compassionate, and caring person who is experienced in all age levels (4 months-10 yrs). I have 6 years of experience in babysitting as well as extensive volunteer experience with young children. I find immense joy in being a positive mentor in a...
Laura can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
4.0
"Laura came in to help me when I was in a pinch needing childcare before she went back to college. She is kind, thoughtful, patient & was great with my kids! Highly recommend. "
Care member
Alexandra O.
Rockville Centre, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
I am a Speech Language Pathologist in an educationally based setting. While growing up, I've had many jobs, which required caring for children. These jobs included being a counselor at both sleep away and day camp and babysitting for multiple families with children of all ages (2 years up through Elementary school). Throughout...
Alexandra can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"I almost want to leave a bad review so that no one else will hire her and we can have her all to ourselves!
Alexandra was awesome. Came a few mins before her scheduled time and we chatted a bit - saw how she engaged with my 4 year old and 6 year old. They loved...
Amber B.
Rosaria C.
Oceanside, NY
$25-28/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a fun loving energetic woman who has had many experiences with children as a mother and a teacher. I have worked with kids with special needs and with senior people affected by dementia. I am a woman with high moral values. I believe in honesty and integrity
5.0
"Rosaria has been a wonderful addition to our family over the past few months. She is extremely reliable and responsible. She does a great job caring for the kids, getting them ready for school on time, helping me with housework and taking care of the children when...
Tara B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!! I am a Fun and energetic mother of 2 boys. I love working with children, I have been working with children of all ages from new born to 16 years old for 10 years and counting. I love dancing, arts and crafts, singing, reading, laughing, and teaching. I am patient, reliable and a very respectful, I can help with homework and...
Shaiann can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Shaiann was great to work with, very reliable and flexible, and she was so patient and kind with our toddler. We're sad that our schedules no longer work out for her to be our regular sitter."
Jennifer K.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Island Park, NY
Toni-ann H.
5.0
Toni-ann has been a wonderful and reliable caregiver for our two daughters. She is communicative and flexible, helping out on a regular schedule and also as needed. She manages both girls and their squabbles very well, and they both really like being with her. We are confident in her ability to help...
- Katherine M.
Chloe T.
5.0
We have had a very good experience with Chloe. She's timely, reliable, and follows through with any requests that we have had. She is very easy to work with and the kids enjoy her company.
- Care member
Quiana S.
5.0
Quiana was extremely reliable and dependable. She had great communication too.
- Ginny M.
Christina A.
5.0
Christina is communicative, punctual, and friendly. She was great with my 17 month old son and I plan to hire her again.
- Melissa T.
Erica V.
5.0
Erica is a dependable young woman that has assisted me in teaching my religious education class for elementary age children. She has also cared for my nephews and nieces ranging from newborn up. Her care for children come naturally to her and the children adore her. We have been blessed to have...
- Barbara C.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Island Park, NY
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Island Park, NY?
You can review 2 after school babysitter profiles near you in Island Park, NY to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Island Park, NY?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Island Park, NY is $16.50. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Island Park, NY?
If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Island Park, NY on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Island Park, NY to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Island Park, NY can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Island Park, NY?
We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Island Park, NY.