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60 babysitters are listed in Alden, NY
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Alden, NY
5.0
(2)
Hi there! I have 10+ years experience with infants-teenagers, plus 4 years teaching experience. I am looking for a part time or possible full time childcare position. I am confident I can learn and maintain a set routine established by you, provide fine motor, learning and explorative learning. If I sound like a good fit for...
Lindsey can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lindsey has babysat for me since my daughter was a new born baby. She was a NICU baby, who I didn't like to leave, and Lindsey was one of the few people that I trusted to watch her. She always sends me pictures while I'm gone, writes down notes for me, and even...
Kim F.
Linda R.
Alden, NY
$15-17/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.7
(12)
Hired by 26 families in your neighborhood
I live in Marilla and I am a married woman who loves children. My husband and I have a young adult daughter. I volunteer at my Church youth group. I am a non-smoker with reliable transportation and a clean driving record.
When I babysit, I don't sit them in front of the TV! We play games, color, put puzzles together, read...
Linda can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Linda was great. An absolute lifesaver. My kids liked her, and she said they were "great kids". I was like, "who's kids did you just watch?" Joking.. Kinda. She answered around 9:00PM to watch my children at 7:30AM the next morning."
Andy L.
5.0
(1)
I've had a family dog my whole life and have had my own for a year and a half now. We walk 10+ a week and snuggle a lot. Willow wouldn't mind a friend to walk with or for a stay with us.
Lindsey can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
Hi I'm Lexi! I am a sophomore in college with lots of experience watching children varying all ages! I am a middle child and having younger siblings and cousins has helped me a lot with my experience and would love to continue learning and growing my experience!
Alexandra can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Melissa S.
Alden, NY
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Melissa! I'm 20 years old and currently going to school for business! I've been working in a daycare setting for a little over 4 years, 2 of those being a lead teacher in a preschool classroom and have been babysitting children of all ages for many years. I am First Aid/CPR & MAT certified with several other...
Melissa can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Sara H.
Alden, NY
$30/hr • 9 yrs exp
I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I love young kids. I have been a lifeguard and swim instructor for 9 years now as well as have been babysitting. I am trained in CPR, AED, First-Aid, Lifeguard rescue, and early survival swimming. I have helped hundreds of kids ages 5 months-12 years...
Sara can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
I absolutely love children. I have been working with children for my whole adult life. I took an early childhood education class at a trade school, where I got a certificate. I've worked at a daycare for over 5 years and even worked with children in a foreign country on a missions trip. I love being with my young nieces and...
Rachael C.
Alden, NY
$15-35/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! I just finished my third year at Nazareth College where I am studying occupational therapy! This major has allowed me to learn about childhood development and psychology, as well as learn about age appropriate and engaging activities for children! Other experience with children includes being a summer camp counselor and...
Hi there! My name is Taylor, and I have always loved working with kids. I have been babysitting for as long as I can remember. My high school career was spent working with youth students in theatre programs and after school tutoring. I have a bachelors degree in education with a concentration in English. I am a confident, caring...
Taylor can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Veronica F.
Alden, NY
$18-23/hr • 6 yrs exp
Working with children has been a passion of mine starting at a very young age, I recently had a change in career paths, becoming a licensed esthetician, another passion of mine, and am looking for part time work doing something I love and am familiar with. I have worked with all ages in many different settings including informal...
Veronica can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a young, dedicated caregiver looking for part time jobs while I'm in college. I absolutely love children (and pets), and want to help families in need as much as I can!
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I love animals and have frequent experience of petsitting. I would love to look after your animals and help out!
Leah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Andrea. I am a recent graduate student at SUNY Oswego in the School Counseling program. I have had a handful of experiences working with toddlers, adolescents, and neuro divergent children/young adults as well. Previous jobs I have held were babysitting for two little boys (3 and 8 years old), providing early...
Andrea can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We loved having Andrea watch our son! She watched him on recurring schedule and was always reliable and dependable. She was great with our 4 1/2 month old son. As a new mother, I felt completely comfortable leaving my infant with her. I would recommend her to...
Lindsay K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Madison and I grew up in Clarence, graduating from Clarence High School, now working full time as a social media coordinator and product photographer! If you have any questions or would like to know more about me please send me a message.
Thank you
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"We interviewed Madison and would have hired her. Unfortunately, our after-school sitter decided that she would like to have all 5 days during the summer so we had to accommodate as we didn't want to lose her during the school year."
Amy L.
Eleanor K.
East Aurora, NY
$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am Ellee and I am 20 years old. I am a high school graduate and I am currently enrolled in an Occupational Therapy program. I have been babysitting outside of my home since the age of 12 and since I was 9 years old in my own home. I took the babysitting and child care certification class at my school. I have experience...
Eleanor can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ellee was always a wonderful help in assisting me with my twins with special needs. Always had a positive attitude, willingness to help whenever she possibly could & my family loved having her around!
She has wonderful work ethics and would be a great asset to...
Amiee F.
Emily B.
Elma, NY
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Emily! Here is just a little info about me. Im a fun loving responsible babysitter with 12+ years of experience. I Come from a larger family so being around kids is second nature for me. From years of experience I have grown super attentive to all thier needs and ques. Ive also had past experience working at a...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"Emily has been babysitting for our family since my youngest was a newborn 4 years ago. She is dependable, trustworthy, great with kids, and always willing to go above and beyond. My girls absolutely love her, and I know they are always in good hands when Emily is...
Jennifer C.
Katie M.
Elma, NY
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Katie and I currently a building substitute in West Seneca. I am an inclusive childhood education major with a concentration in mathematics. I am certified in CPR and first aid. I have over 8 years of experience babysitting. I have worked with kids that are 1-month-old all the way up to 15-year-olds. I absolutely...
Katie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Katie is the best to babysit kids. FUN, dependable, and a good role model. She turns an ordinary day into and extraordinary day."
Sally M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Merrick! I started doing small babysitting jobs when I was 13 and since then have worked for 5 families as a serious nanny which has been on and off since 2020 according to the families needs. Each family I have worked with has at least 2 or more kids. I've also worked with special ed kids as well! Right now I am...
Merrick can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Merrick is punctual, responsible and my boys have a lot of fun when she babysits."
Bethany W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
hi, my name is alex and i'm from east aurora.
i'm 20 years old, graduated from east aurora high school in 2020 and now I am attending university in poland but am home for the summer. I was certified by the town as a babysitter in 2015, I have a car and a license if need be, along with experience taking care of children ages 1...
Alexandra can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alexandra is one of the best caregivers I have ever hired! She helped with remote schooling for my daughters, ages 9 & 11. She was always kind and patient with my daughter with special needs. Alexandra also kept my preteen off her phone 24/7 with baking and...
Rose P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love pets! I have had pets all my life and would do anything for them. They are like family to me! I currently have a 6-year-old Golden Retriever and a small 6-month-old kitten, so I have experience with both cats and dogs.
Morgan can also help with: Daily feeding, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Morgan did a great job taking care of my two cats - even one cat that has special needs. She is very reliable and even texted me while I was away -- which was a great peace of mind."
Barbara T.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Alden, NY
Lindsey K.
5.0
Lindsey is a kind, responsible and FUN caretaker. My kids love her and so do I. She is always my first choice when I need childcare. Highly recommend!
- Meredith S.
Linda R.
5.0
Linda was great. An absolute lifesaver. My kids liked her, and she said they were "great kids". I was like, "who's kids did you just watch?" Joking.. Kinda. She answered around 9:00PM to watch my children at 7:30AM the next morning.
- Andy L.
Andrea M.
5.0
We loved having Andrea watch our son! She watched him on recurring schedule and was always reliable and dependable. She was great with our 4 1/2 month old son. As a new mother, I felt completely comfortable leaving my infant with her. I would recommend her to anyone! We will miss her!
- Lindsay K.
Madison W.
5.0
We interviewed Madison and would have hired her. Unfortunately, our after-school sitter decided that she would like to have all 5 days during the summer so we had to accommodate as we didn't want to lose her during the school year.
- Amy L.
Eleanor K.
5.0
Ellee was always a wonderful help in assisting me with my twins with special needs. Always had a positive attitude, willingness to help whenever she possibly could & my family loved having her around!
She has wonderful work ethics and would be a great asset to any company.
- Amiee F.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Alden, NY:
How can I find a Alden babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Alden, 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 12 babysitters in Alden, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. 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 Alden, NY?
The average rate for Alden, NY babysitters on Care.com is $17.17 per hour as of May 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 Alden, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Alden, 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 Alden, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Alden, NY are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.