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4,099 babysitters are listed in Brooklyn, NY
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Brooklyn, NY
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I have been working with children in some capacity since I was a teenager. My first job as a teen was babysitting neighborhood kids, and I continued to nanny and babysit throughout college. I transitioned into Early Childhood Education for 3 years and taught preschool and kindergarten aged kids at a Montessori school....
Samia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Being a first time mother, trusting a literal stranger with your child is no easy matter. Spring of 2018 I embarked on a journey into the world of online babysitting for my child A. I employed in the course of about 4 weeks 3-5 different sitters for short visits...
Erica C.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
As a full time caregiver I have 13 years of child care experience - working with newborns, toddlers, and school-age children, boys and girls. My duties consist of bringing children to and from school, diaper changing, belly time, reading and play time with infants, play time with all ages, scheduling play dates, assisting with...
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Mary babysat our 3-month old girl while my husband and I went out on a date night. This was our first time leaving the baby and we were a bit anxious, but Mary put us at ease. It was easy to communicate with her from the start as she was very responsive to messages...
Iskra K.
5.0
(6)
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am professional and detailed oriented. Whether caring for the little ones or preparing meals, I am dedicated to doing the best always.
Shernell can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Shernell is exceptional with children and people in general. She constantly promotes their active learning through reading, asking questions, and playing. She is a quality worker who is dedicated and committed to giving 100 percent of herself to the job."
Yaulanda G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have more than 10 years experience babysitting for a lovely girl who is 14 years old now. I have given her lots of attention, prepared meals for her, taken her to the park, etc., helped her with homework, played with her, cleaned up after her and much more. I had lots of fun doing it! I love children! My experience started...
Sindy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Sindy cared for my mother-in-law, M., for several years. M. lived with Alzheimer's disease--at first, she was able to live in her apartment by herself, then she transitioned to an assisted living facility. Sindy was with us for the entire journey. M. always saw...
Mary C.
Meagan S.
Brooklyn, NY
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Meagan: FUNKY Artistic Babysitter *Honest, *Entertaining And *Adaptable
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Meagan and I have 15 years of childcare experience. I am a fun and loyal babysitter with an ENORMOUS love for children. Having five young nieces of my own, I'm very familiar with caring for babies and having a funky cool time with toddlers and pre-teens. You will find me to be honest and extremely trustworthy. I have...
Meagan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Meagan babysat for us a few times over the summer! Our girls loved her and she was always punctual and reliable. We hope to use her again when she returns from school."
Eiszel L.
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Megan! I recently graduated from the University of Maryland and am currently looking for a full time position. I have 8 years of experience in childcare, from working as a sleep-away camp counselor, to babysitting and part time nannying. I have experience caring for children of all ages, as young as two months,...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Megan was a fantastic caregiver for our two children (3 and 5). Kids loved her, always communicated when we were out of the house. Never left the place a mess, incorporated our gentle parenting techniques when the kids were being naughty. Can't recommend her...
Lana K.
Elena B.
Brooklyn, NY
$23-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Full-Time/Part-Time Nanny/ Babysitter Available
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have lived in New York for 22 years, most of them working with children of all ages, from newborns to 12-year-olds. I have a background in education having worked as a teacher for international college students for many years. I am also a mother of a son who was born here, and grew up here, having also graduated from one of...
Elena can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We were super lucky to find Lena when our son was just 1.5 months old. She worked with us full time for several months. She quickly established routines with him, which made our time with him on weekends, etc. much more enjoyable. She's very warm, nurturing, and...
Kate C.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I was born and raised in Jamaica and find myself always returning. I enjoy the many outdoor activities living there provides mountain bike riding and hiking. I consider myself very outdoorsy and think it's important to take advantage of this beautiful world. This led me to attend Medgar Evers College as a bio major with human...
Keri-ann can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Keri-ann has been an absolute pleasure. She has taken great care of our 7 month old baby girl, and we hope to keep her around for as long as possible! She adds positivity to our home and is great with our dog. "
Emma P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience caring for the following special needs categories: Down syndrome, Type 1 Diabetes and Autism Spectrum - PDDNOS, Intellectually Disabled.
5.0
(14)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Jackie. I have always been interested in childhood development and was able to pursue this interest at the University of Rhode Island with a major in psychology. During this time I participated in a community outreach program. I spent several afternoons a week working with underprivileged children and their parents. This...
Jacqueline can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We hired Jackie at the last minute for a New Year's Eve babysitting gig, and she was amazing - she jumped into the chaos of twin 10 month olds, finished giving them dinner, got them down for bed, cleaned up the apt we were visiting, and kept us in the loop every...
Greg W.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I conducted and assisted with light cooking, I can pick up/drop Off from school/summer camp, play dates, and library/museum/zoo visits. I am punctual, reliable, very outgoing, and energetic. I am a college graduate and I enjoy taking care of kids because I love teaching and nurturing.
Amanda Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amanda is an amazing, patient, kind, respectful and incredibly reliable caregiver. I have known her for many years, as a babysitter, and then I hired her as a teacher at an early childhood center, where she teaches part-time. She is flexible, reliable, rises to...
Alison K.
Heather C.
Brooklyn, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Brooklyn Part-Time Babysitter For Date Nights/Weekend Help!
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Kids have always had a special place in my heart and I was lucky enough to learn this from a young age. I started out watching my younger siblings, cousins, and neighbors. I believe that having been surrounded by kids at that stage of my life made me a more patient, empathetic, and well-rounded adult. I've worked as a nanny in...
Heather can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My husband and I would highly recommend Heather to any family looking for someone to care for their child/children! Our 2 year old daughter and 6 month old son absolutely adored her. Our daughter is very shy and had a hard time separating from us with other...
James D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Shea, I am 26 years old. I am available for date nights, weekends, and the occasional overnight for babysitting. I have been caring for children since I was a teenager and nannied all through-out college. I have many nieces and nephews, including a set of twins! These past three years I have been a nanny for three...
Janice can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She relates very well to kids, and as a result is able to motivate them to do things they might not want to do, and console them when things don't go their way.
She is organized. She has a new, clean, reliable car. She is also very good at communicating the...
John H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have always loved working with children. I've babysat multiple children over the past few years, from the ages of 8 months-12 years. I worked at Playgarden Preschool for a year as a sports coach planning and leading classes, as well as traveled with an educational theater company to schools around New England leading movement...
Dana can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
5.0
"I highly recommend Dana for as a caregiver. She has been caring for my 2-year-old daughter on weekends since May 2016. Dana is bright, reliable, and affectionate. She is also has a natural affinity toward children and knows how to make them feel comfortable and...
Silvia R.
4.0
(1)
Hey there! My name is Alyssa and I just moved to Stamford from NYC. I have five years of experience being a childcare provider, and most recently I was working with a family for three years, caring for their young son and daughter back in New York. During this time I grew to become a trusted and reliable member of the family,...
Alyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Alyssa is a very responsible person. She take her job very serious. She is loving and caring and took good care of my child. "
Mary C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My past experience includes working as a camp counselor, one to one aide, behavior specialist and I am currently a full time job coach at a school for kids with autism. I am passionate, patient, caring, kind and I love to have fun!
Annabel can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sophia, and I am a 22-year-old living in Brooklyn, NY. This past May I graduated from Sarah Lawrence College with a B. A in psychology and theater, with a focus on theatrical learning and play.
One month after graduating, I began nannying (who I met through care. com), a mom in Fort Greene. During my time...
Sophia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Sophia is wonderful! Great with babies, responsible, and easy to work with. Our son loves her :)"
Care member
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Skylar but everyone just calls me Sky. I'm very outgoing and amiable and absolutely love being around children. I'm very versatile as I can provide childcare as well as some light housekeeping and cooking and anything I can help with. I have two years of daycare experience but 5 years in general childcare. I have...
Skylar can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
(1)
My name is Deb and I am looking for a long term nannying position.
I am a 35-year-old who has 23 years of child care experience. I have volunteered with children of all ages.
I have excellent references and I am CPR and First Aid certified.
I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal preparation. I have a clean driving record and a...
Deborah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Deborah sat for my kids over the summer. My kids truly adored her and it was so comforting knowing I could trust her to keep them safe. She was great at coming up with fun ways to keep them entertained. I would greatly recommend Deborah to anyone who is seeking a...
Care member
Rhina A.
Brooklyn, NY
$20-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available Early Mornings And Late Nights
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for children overnight, during the day, and in a classroom setting. I can tutor, help with homework, assist with organization skills, and teach yoga and dance. I can also cook and change diapers. I am a full-time middle school special education teacher, but I also taught STEM to students as young as 6 years old....
Rhina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
5.0
"Rhina was fantastic and my son had an amazing time with her. Looking forward to having her back!"
Victoria H.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Brooklyn, NY
Samia B.
5.0
Samia was very attentive, energetic, and affectionate with our 22 month old. She used her Montessori background to help him clean up after himself and we felt very confident he was safe with her at the playground. He had a lot of fun with her, too! We will definitely hire Samia again!
- Erin E.
Mary D.
5.0
Mary babysat our 3-month old girl while my husband and I went out on a date night. This was our first time leaving the baby and we were a bit anxious, but Mary put us at ease. It was easy to communicate with her from the start as she was very responsive to messages and we talked over Zoom. Mary...
- Iskra K.
Shernell C.
5.0
She is wonderful with kids.
She's very energetic.
She has the kid magnet that all the kids love her. She's very reliable.
- Cynthia G.
Sindy C.
5.0
Sindy cared for my mother-in-law, M., for several years. M. lived with Alzheimer's disease--at first, she was able to live in her apartment by herself, then she transitioned to an assisted living facility. Sindy was with us for the entire journey. M. always saw Sindy as a friend, and vice...
- Mary C.
Meagan S.
5.0
Meagan babysat for us a few times over the summer! Our girls loved her and she was always punctual and reliable. We hope to use her again when she returns from school.
- Eiszel L.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Brooklyn, NY:
How can I find a Brooklyn babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Brooklyn, 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 4,099 babysitters in Brooklyn, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 Brooklyn, NY?
The average rate for Brooklyn, NY babysitters on Care.com is $20.94 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 Brooklyn, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Brooklyn, 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 Brooklyn, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Brooklyn, NY are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 1,640 reviews of the 4,099 listed babysitters.