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60 babysitters are listed in Brookhaven, NY
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Brookhaven, NY
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am looking for a permanent, long term position. The family I cared for previously depended on me daily for the last 6 years. My responsibilities included caring for their 5 children, tidying their home, preparing meals and running errands. I began as a mothers helper when I was 8, advanced to a date night babysitter at...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Julie T.
Brookhaven, NY
$20-36/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello There! I am a 26-year-old Medical Student. I am looking for a babysitting job starting at 3:30 p.m. with the following availability. I'm flexible with days and times.
I have 12 years experience in the field. I am energetic, fun, patient and reliable. I would treat your child how I would want mine treated. I have...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 2 grown children of my own. They are both successful and I couldn't be more proud! I love working with children. I currently work part time for a middle school and am looking to keep busy with some additional work.(background checks done through school districts with fingerprints) I am available after 2 Monday through...
Karen can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Karen is great! She cared for our 3 kids after school. She was always on time and helped manage unpacking, homework, and helping to straighten up. We also trusted her to drive them safely to and from activities."
Carrie Y.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am the mom of 2 grown boys. Love children. Know how hard it is to raise a family when parents need to work. I am very dependable and would love to help you. I retired from my job in the work force after 25 years and have been watching children the last few years. Let me know how I can help you. Thanks
Lori can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"Lori was wondeful with my children! She was always on time, and cared for my boys like her own. I couldn't thank her enough to have made it so easy to leave every day to go to work knowing my boys were being taken care of like I would care for them."
Tiffany B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have 8 years of per diem babysitting experience. I currently attend Florida Atlantic University, studying Elementary Education. I love working with children and I do a lot of volunteer work with young students at my local church on Long Island. I have 6 years of experience volunteering at a weekly after-school ministry...
Sara can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sara is responsible, caring, helpful and hard working. She would be an asset to anyone interested in hiring her. I highly recommend Sara R."
Deborah S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Nicole. I have 20+ years experience working with children. My Child Care experiences include being a Toddler Teacher, running Before Care and After Care Programs, summer camps, and babysitting. I have my Bachelor's degree in Social Work and worked in the field for 11 years. I am Infant, Child and Adult CPR and...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nicole is fantastic with my 2 year old. She keeps her engaged and out of trouble. My daughter always looks forward to seeing her. I'd highly recommend Nicole to anyone looking for caring and responsible childcare."
Marissa G.
Angela T.
Middle Island, NY
$21-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Angela. I have been a stay at home mom for over 25 years now. I raised four beautiful children, and my youngest is now in junior high school. I am a very responsible and caring person, and I have much experience cleaning up all kinds of little messes. I am a NY State Certified Teaching Assistant. I enjoy running and...
Angela can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet walking, dog training, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hello! I taught English part time at local colleges for 20 years and I have experience as an elder care companion. I am kind, patient, educated, fit and mature and enjoy spending time with the older generation. I like to play cards and games and make crafts. Occasional driving is ok. I will tidy up without prompting, and am an...
Karin can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, dementia
5.0
"Karin was an extremely responsive, kind person. Our plans had changed but I would not hesitate to hire her."
Allison D.
Marie P.
Farmingville, NY
$25-31/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving Mother/Grandmother Seeking A Child Care Position
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am the mother of 5 grown children and the grandmother of 9 ages infant through 15. I previously worked for a non-profit human services agency with children. I am background screened through NY State Central Registry and the Justice Center and I am safe to work with children. My availability is in Monday through Sunday....
Marie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very experienced just not a fit for us but would be perfect for most!"
Brigitte G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I've never been a full-time nanny before but I've had years of experience babysitting and Id love to start full-time with children. I've been babysitting my younger brothers since I was 10 and I've had 3 years of experience babysitting other children. The youngest I've babysat is about 6 months old. I've never had any issues and...
Annarose can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was great very responsible and reliable and I think she will be a great fit for any family looking for child care. I contacted her with really short notice and she came through."
Chrissy Z.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
For over 10 years I have been working as assistant teacher with autistic children. My natural language is Italian and in addition to English I also speak Spanish. In school I studied art. I'm also a singer and love music.
Patrizia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Daniella S.
Mastic, NY
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hello! I have been working with children since I was 14 and love it. I am highly energetic, patient, and caring. I'm able to keep children entertained throughout the day with various crafts and games and have yet to meet a child who didn't have fun while in my care. That being said, I can also successfully shift their energy...
Daniella can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"My kids love her. She is respectful, kind and loving. Always punctual and makes sure she everything was where it was when I left."
Jennifer C.
5.0
(2)
Hi I'm Sav! I've been surrounded my pets my whole life and I very much enjoy looking after, watching and playing with dogs as well as cats/fish!
Savannah can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(8)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Amanda and I have been caring for children for as long as I can remember. I grew up in a large loving family surrounded by wonderful children. I love children and growing up with a mother that ran her own daycare opened up my eyes and heart to the world of child care. I have been a babysitter since the age of...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Amanda watched our 4 month old daughter while we were vacationing in the Hamptons this summer. She was so kind and made us feel reassured and completely calm about going out. I would absolutely recommend her to any of my family and friends, as well as anyone...
Caroline M.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a hardworking student who strives for excellence but also knows the importance of doing your best. I want kids to feel safe in making mistakes, and encourage them to ask questions when they don't understand something. I work with children to adults online to help maintain health and safety.
5.0
"Fasiha is a hardworking young woman. She is very smart. She helped my little brother get his grades up and I couldn't be more thankful. Whatever time we set up a lesson, she's always on time. I put my trust in her when it comes to my little brother's studies and...
Serena R.
Aprillina S.
Shirley, NY
$18-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Aprillina. I'm a single mom to a sweet 5 years old boy. I have always loved babies & kids ever since I was little. I've worked at Hayground summer camps for several years, to now babysitting and nannying different kids ranging from 0-12. I'm friendly, creative, very patient and kids are naturally drawn to me. I'm...
Aprillina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
5.0
"Great personality. Very creative. Caring and kind. Thoughtful and smart. Our children love her. "
Erica A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I have worked in the Healthcare industry (Nursing Homes) for over 25 years. I have learned to have patience, empathy and respect for people. I have excellent references from families I have worked for through this site, past and current. As a mother of 2 ages 24 and 20 I have a very maternal instinct and like to make sure...
Colleen can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Colleen took care of my mother who was 77 and had Alzheimer's Disease for about a year on Saturday's and Sunday's. She was truly one of the most wonderful caregiver's that I know. On her first day, my mom had to be rushed to the hospital because she fainted and she...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of 3 and a grandma of 2. I live in Medford and have been babysitting for over 20 years. I love kids and have experience with all age groups. I do have references if needed.
Gloria can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Gloria is a consummate professional, always on time, never late. In the multiple years she worked with my family i think she took 2 days off total and had let us know weeks in advance both times with multiple reminders. My kids adore her & she was even...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am looking for a long term position.
I live in Manorville working towards my masters in Marriage & Family Therapy. I
have a bachelors in psychology. I worked as a nanny for years, including children with behavioral/intellectual disabilities. I have cared for siblings, from infancy to teenagers. I was a case manager for a...
Joanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Joanna is great, my kids think so too."
Christine K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Samm and I am a certified general and special education teacher and teach 8-4. I am looking for a Mary Poppins type position. I have experience with children of all ages and needs. I have my own care and a clean driving record. I am comfortable with pets and just looking to help enhance the lives of others. Thank you...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Samm was so wonderful with our 3 kids! She was excellent in communicating with both us and the children, and we felt totally at ease despite it being the first time leaving our kids with non-family members. We will definitely be using her again in the future!"
Jessica B.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Brookhaven, NY
Karen D.
5.0
Karen is great! She cared for our 3 kids after school. She was always on time and helped manage unpacking, homework, and helping to straighten up. We also trusted her to drive them safely to and from activities.
- Carrie Y.
Lori A.
5.0
Lori was wondeful with my children! She was always on time, and cared for my boys like her own. I couldn't thank her enough to have made it so easy to leave every day to go to work knowing my boys were being taken care of like I would care for them.
- Tiffany B.
Sara R.
5.0
Sara helped drive my daughter home from dance class nightly for a few months. She was very dependable, punctual, trustworthy and kind. I would definitely recommend her.
- Kara P.
Nicole G.
5.0
Nicole has been such a fun companion for my two-year-old son. He is all smiles every time I tell him that Nicole is coming to play. They have a great time whether it is playing at the beach or just in our sink. I'm so glad to have found such a reliable and positive caregiver!
- Amy C.
Karin F.
5.0
Karin was an extremely responsive, kind person. Our plans had changed but I would not hesitate to hire her.
- Allison D.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Brookhaven, NY:
How can I find a Brookhaven babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Brookhaven, 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 2 babysitters in Brookhaven, 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 Brookhaven, NY?
The average rate for Brookhaven, NY babysitters on Care.com is $20.00 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 Brookhaven, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Brookhaven, 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.