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247 babysitters are listed in Astoria, NY
The average rate is $19/hr as of February 2023
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Astoria, NY
Maria O.
Astoria, NY
$25-28/hr • 7 yrs exp
4.4
(11)
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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 29 years old, I'm bilingual in English/Spanish and I have experience...
Recent Review:
5.0
Maria demonstrated common courtesy such as washing her hands and taking her shoes off. She was very sweet and playful with my daughter. My daughter is a toddler (1.5 years) and she understood the importance of...
Reviewed by Bianca O.
3.8
(4)
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Working with children has brought me immense joy, nothing is more honorable to me than helping guide young ones in the start of their life journey. Child rearing started in caring for siblings, which then evolved into being a mother's aid, babysitter, and eventually nanny for newborns to preteens....
Recent Review:
4.0
Parisa has become a regular care taker for my 3 year old daughter and she really gels with her. My daughter looks forward to meeting with Parisa . She is very mature and is able to manage my daughter extremely...
Reviewed by Mohan V.
3.0
(2)
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I'm a retired nurse with a ton of nanny experience! My area of expertise is with newborns to 4 years old. I speak English and Portuguese. I am looking for a full time/ part time position and have a vehicle. Besides taking care of children, I can help with any house hold needs. Ask about my great...
5.0
(1)
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I am currently a full-time caregiver for my grandson Monday-Friday and I am looking for weekend work, including weekend live-in positions. 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...
Lital B.
Astoria, NY
$25-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
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I'm the youngest sister in a family of 5 girls. I became an aunt since I was 7 y/o. Since that day I became my nephews babysitter, I was very mature and very responsible. I used to feed, play and read them books and help with h/w. I was like a little mommy. The bond and the connection to children is...
5.0
(2)
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My name is Shauna O, and I'm a 32-year-old with over 13+ years of experience as a Nanny. I am First Aid and CPR certified and have experience with children of all ages as well as children with special needs.
I'm a patient, active, creative, punctual, organized, and fun-natured individual who simply...
5.0
(1)
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Hello! My name is Olivia, I am 22 years old and have been babysitting since I was about 13 and have had the opportunity to be asked back multiple times by the families I sit for. I just recently worked at a childcare where I watched kids ranging in ages newborn to 10 years. While working at the...
Recent Review:
5.0
Olivia was very professional, punctual, and easy to communicate with. She was very sweet with our two little boys, who loved spending time with her!
Reviewed by Ryan Y.
5.0
(1)
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Currently working as a flight attendant & live in Astoria.. looking for a stable family to work for soon and resign my position as a flight attendant.
Just feel like I would like to be home more often and have a consistent schedule.
Instead of flying 100 hours a month.
( I would like to have...
Recent Review:
5.0
Loved everything about her she connected with my kids so well she is very patient and fun. My kids are always asking when she can come back, and she is excellent with kids of all ages.
Reviewed by Elsie M.
5.0
(2)
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Hello everyone! My name is Destiny and I am 22 years old. I have over 8 years of experience in childcare and I am CPR certified. I have about 200 hours volunteering, and all of these hours have been dedicated to working with children. I created a tutoring program where I worked with children,...
Recent Review:
5.0
My 2.5 year old son had a wonderful time with Destiny! He (and we) felt immediately comfortable with her and spoke about her the rest of the day :) We feel lucky to have found Destiny and hope she can care for...
Reviewed by Catherine S.
5.0
(2)
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I have over 20 years of experience with children. I am grand mother of a 3-year-old and a 7-year-old. I love taking care of kids.
5.0
(1)
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I'm not a mother yet, my skills to take care of a baby are standard, I used to play and take care of my nephews a lot. Away from home and from family of you allow me to take care of yours I guarantee that everyone will be happy (not everyday babies needs to cry sometimes)
5.0
(1)
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Hi, my name is Gabriela, I am a positive mother of four and grandmother of four. I am a very patient and lovable babysitter and housekeeper. I have 10+ years of experience in both fields. My days and hours are flexible! I am looking forward to making your days easier and better.
Michelle M.
Astoria, NY
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
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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...
5.0
(6)
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Hello! I'm Emily, an experienced babysitter and nanny of 10 years. I love all ages but infants and babies hold a special place in my heart and I love to help them develop and watch them learn. I have nannied for middle schoolers as well as a few babies. I am available for date nights, travel...
Recent Review:
5.0
Emily was fantastic. Our kids loved her instantly. We would 100% work with her again. She's wonderful!
Reviewed by Jacquie S.
5.0
(9)
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I' m a Venezuelan 32 years old, I' m honest, non-drinker, non-smoker, very responsible and punctual. I' m looking to share my creativity and experience for helping out a private family with daily activities and childcare need.
Recent Review:
5.0
Dayana is an incredible babysitter. Our daughter loves her and always asks if it's Dayana coming over when our doorbell rings. She's dependable and trustworthy. She takes excellent care of our daughter and is...
Reviewed by Julie M.
Lisa W.
Astoria, NY
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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I am a pre-K teacher since 2005. I have child care experience as a babysitter since I was a teenager, daycare since 1998. I like the children to have fun while I am babysitting but also have structured activities if you would like. I am available in the summer for about 20 to 30 hours. When school...
5.0
(3)
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Hi,
My name is Perla. I'm a Computer Science college student with 6+ years of experience in child care and Math tutoring. I'm an English and Spanish native speaker. I'm very active. I love bike riding, playing soccer, playing guitar and ukulele. Also, I'm experienced with kids from ages 1 to 13 and...
Julia H.
Astoria, NY
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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I started babysitting when I turned 13 and became a regular babysitter for a family of 5 children, ages ranging from 9 months to 6 years old. As I became older I started volunteering at hospitals in the pediatrics unit in order to work with kids and have been doing regular volunteering for the past...
4.7
(6)
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Greetings! I've lived in Astoria going on 4 years now and have nannied for over 5 local families with children of all ages during this time. In addition, I have worked in a daycare center in upstate New York and in a busy children's clothing boutique. I have babysitting and CPR certifications, love...
5.0
(2)
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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 was an au pair and have worked as a nanny and babysitter for over 5 years. I've been working with newborns, infants, toddlers and kids.
Spanish...
Recent Review:
5.0
Johanna is very sweet, emphatic and gentle mannered.
Reviewed by Diana G.
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Recent babysitter reviews in Astoria, NY
Maria O.
5.0
Maria demonstrated common courtesy such as washing her hands and taking her shoes off. She was very sweet and playful with my daughter. My daughter is a toddler (1.5 years) and she understood the importance of keeping a routine such as sleep schedule. Maria was in tune with my daughter when she was...
- Bianca O.
Parisa K.
4.0
Parisa has become a regular care taker for my 3 year old daughter and she really gels with her. My daughter looks forward to meeting with Parisa . She is very mature and is able to manage my daughter extremely well. She is mature beyond her years. Would 100% recommend her
- Mohan V.
Olivia C.
5.0
Olivia was very professional, punctual, and easy to communicate with. She was very sweet with our two little boys, who loved spending time with her!
- Ryan Y.
Ariana F.
5.0
Loved everything about her she connected with my kids so well she is very patient and fun. My kids are always asking when she can come back, and she is excellent with kids of all ages.
- Elsie M.
Destiny W.
5.0
My 2.5 year old son had a wonderful time with Destiny! He (and we) felt immediately comfortable with her and spoke about her the rest of the day :) We feel lucky to have found Destiny and hope she can care for our son again in the future!
- Catherine S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Astoria, NY:
How much do babysitters charge in Astoria, NY?
The average rate for Astoria, NY babysitters on Care.com is $19.42 per hour as of February 2023. 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.
How do I find a babysitter near me in Astoria, NY?
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 247 babysitters in Astoria, 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.
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 2023, 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.