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868 babysitters are listed in Buffalo, NY
The average rate is $17/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Buffalo, NY
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I like working with kids because it's always something new! From the crazy stories to the random question! Being able to experience them grow and learn is a blessing!
One thing you should know about me is that no matter what I will do anything to keep your kid(s) safe and happy! I am very trustworthy and caring. I would be...
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Julia has been with us for several weeks now. She is very dependable and punctual. Our daughter has moderate intellectual disabilities, and Julia is patient with her and meets her needs well. She follows instructions, is self-sufficient, and is pleasant to be...
Chris F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Childcare available.
I am a mom of 3 grown wonderful kids. My house was always the home of all their friends as well.
I also love animals, I have a boxer.
I am looking for something to fill my evenings a few days a week.
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We had a really great experience with hiring Beth as a babysitter for our two young boys (2.5 and 1). She was easy to communicate with and offered to come meet the boys and chat about their evening routine a couple days before we needed her. They had lots of fun...
Care member
3.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am looking to provide a childcare service. I love kids and have lots of experience working with them! I have 7 years of childcare experience. I have worked in a youth organization as a senior counselor. I am CPR and First aid certified. I have been a live in Nanny. I have also been a regular nanny for the past year. I had an...
Mackenzie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mackenzie took care of our son from 4-18 months. She is dependable, flexible and very smart. She was able to work with our son from when he was just taking pumped milk to eating solids and beyond. She is always active with him also.
Highly recommend! "
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As of MARCH 2024, I AM ACTIVELY LOOKING FOR A NEW CLIENTS!!!
My schedule is flexible and fluid. MY Ideal working hours are early mornings (6:30a-7 a.m. start time). It is great for relieving the overnight caregiver. Of course, mornings, afternoons, and the occasional evening would work, too.
I have many years of experience...
Jennifer can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I hired Jen to care for my elderly mother. My mom absolutely loves her & they have become great friends! I am soooo thankful for her assistance as I cannot be there all the time. Jen was punctual & professional - but also brings her fun energy and puts a smile on...
Sarah M.
5.0
(1)
Greetings! I would be so happy to help your family with care for your special angel. I have over a decade of experience working with children who have various abilities, specifically Autism. I am a kind, caring, intelligent lady who has raised two of my own children and would like the opportunity to ease your days, at times. I...
5.0
"Organized, smart, funny teacher who really has helped our 3rd grader get on a successful path over the last few months. She has really helped our child so much with organization skills and better time management, as well as strengthening reading, writing, and...
Kim M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, Pet Mom to a LARGE German Shepard rescue. Would love to help you with your pet care needs. Pet care is one of the most fulfilling things I enjoy doing. Trust me, I know the worry attached with leaving my dog to go to work or out for the evening, the "guilt". Let me ease you mind so you can go and do whatever it is you...
Michele can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"We hired Michele to watch our dog for a couple of hours while we were out of town. She made sure she had everything she needed to make sure F. was properly taken care of, she was on time, and communicated everything we needed to know about our F. while she was...
Ricardo B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am super excited for the opportunity to work with your kiddos(). I have my bachelors degree in elementary and special education as well as my masters in early childhood education. Currently I am a 2nd and 3rd grade consultant special education teacher in the KenTon school district. The past four years I was a special...
Devon can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Devon is entirely amazing. She took care of our daughter from age 1-2. We moved away or Devon would still be caring for our daughter. We stay in touch though because Devon has an amazing spirit and has become part of our family. She is intelligent and makes...
Rachel B.
Megan H.
Buffalo, NY
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Megan, born and raised in NY, go bills! I'd describe my personality as friendly, easy going, approachable, flexible and hard-working.
I started working with kids when I was in my pre-teen years, and have over 12 years of experience caring for up to 5 children at a time, including newborns. I have a background in music...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"We hired Meg as a mommy's helper and she was always on time, dependable and there whenever we needed her. She went above and beyond to make sure she could help us when we needed her assistance.
The kids really enjoyed her company and they miss her !"
Diane H.
Brittany L.
Buffalo, NY
$25-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I hope all is well, I've been caregiving professionally for a few years now. In the past I have assisted many family members and family friends as well as teachers and colleagues with childcare. I connect well with children and am very patient and compassionate. I have a background in nursing, love cleaning & love...
Brittany can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Brittany is not only the best with all three of my kids including my son who is severely speech delayed, but she helps us so much around the house as well. She is kind, reliable and an amazing assets to our family. The kids love her and my weeks go so much...
Megan S.
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Nayellis and I just graduated college with a bachelor's degree in inclusive childhood education. I love working with children and have 5+ years of experience in the nannying field. When I'm watching children some things I love to do include: reading aloud, doing arts and crafts, finishing up homework, and...
Nayellis can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"I loved having Nayellis as our nanny and was so sad to see her go. She has so much energy and was great with my little one. Her dedication to my child’s learning and playing was something I truly appreciated. My daughter constantly asks when Nayellis is coming over...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I absolutely adore animals. I have a high patience for them and tend to go into a research craze when I have the time. Currently, I own two cats and have experience with kittens and adult cats. I also have cared for hamsters in the past, so I have some experience with rodents.
Argenis can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Left town for a week and he took amazing care of my dog plus helped me fully potty train my puppy."
Fabian R.
Taylor F.
Buffalo, NY
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.0
(8)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
With over 10 years experience in the childcare field I feel that I have gained excellent childcare experience with children of all ages. I simply love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. My strengths as a nanny are that I am very responsible, reliable and caring person.
Taylor can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Trustline Certified
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Taylor is very experienced and responsible for a young Woman. I can't say enough about Taylor."
Kim G.
Shannon O.
Buffalo, NY
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknight And Weekend Babysitting Jobs.
Hello!
My name is Shannon and I'm in my late twenties. I have a dual degree in Mathematics and Economics from the University at Buffalo. Since graduating college, I've worked as a data analyst and as a data modeler. I am currently living in Buffalo, have some flexibility and looking to work as much as I can.
Some examples of...
Shannon can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
I am graduating with my Master's degree in Social Work in May and I am looking to have a summer nanny position while I study for my licensing exam. I have a Bachelor's degree in Childhood Education and have been a babysitter since I was 12! I thoroughly enjoy spending time and experiencing the world with children. I am open to...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Early Education
Hi! I have been a babysitter for multiple families for 8 years now. I have experience babysitting just about every age group. The youngest child I have cared for was 5 months old and the oldest was 11. Some of the tasks I have been responsible for are bringing the children to swimming lessons, playgrounds, school events, dance...
Kristin can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello, My name is Rianna! I am 20 years old and currently attend buffalo state college. I have experience with nanny and babysitting as I have been doing it for years!. I don't mind pets at all, in fact I love them. I have experience with children of all ages. I am also CPR and Red Cross certified. I would love to care for your...
Rianna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Outstanding individual looking to provide amazing services. Description about me: university grad (M Sc.), non smoker, reliable, punctual, hard working , amazing work ethics, Looking for a part time babysitting job.
Elaf can also help with: Changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning
I am a mom to two children and two bonus children. I have worked as a teacher for preschoolers with disabilities for several years. I enjoy reading and being outside with my kids.
Kathryn can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I'd describe my personality as funny, energetic, & Caring and a bonus one is I am respectful.
I like working with kids because I want to have a positive impact on their lives & play a key role in a shaping future generations & also want them to have a great childhood. It is rewarding working with kids . I was brought up in a...
Madina can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
With an AA Degree in Early Childhood Education, I have been providing professional and experienced child care services for more than 10 years to infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-aged children. For 15+ years I worked for a Family-Owned daycare center. I currently enjoy providing childcare services out of my home with...
Jacquelyn can also help with: Meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Buffalo, NY
Julia O.
5.0
Julia has been with us for several weeks now. She is very dependable and punctual. Our daughter has moderate intellectual disabilities, and Julia is patient with her and meets her needs well. She follows instructions, is self-sufficient, and is pleasant to be around. Overall, we are happy with...
- Chris F.
Beth W.
5.0
We had a really great experience with hiring Beth as a babysitter for our two young boys (2.5 and 1). She was easy to communicate with and offered to come meet the boys and chat about their evening routine a couple days before we needed her. They had lots of fun and we look forward to hiring her...
- Care member
Mackenzie H.
5.0
Mackenzie took care of our son from 4-18 months. She is dependable, flexible and very smart. She was able to work with our son from when he was just taking pumped milk to eating solids and beyond. She is always active with him also.
Highly recommend!
- Care member
Jennifer C.
5.0
Jen is an amazing caregiver and person! She is responsible, thoughtful and organized. Jen brightens my dad's day and gives our family peace of mind knowing he is in good hands.
- Susan T.
Jennifer C.
5.0
Organized, smart, funny teacher who really has helped our 3rd grader get on a successful path over the last few months. She has really helped our child so much with organization skills and better time management, as well as strengthening reading, writing, and math skills. Very grateful for her.
- Kim M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Buffalo, NY:
How can I find a Buffalo babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Buffalo, 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 868 babysitters in Buffalo, 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 Buffalo, NY?
The average rate for Buffalo, NY babysitters on Care.com is $17.28 per hour as of June 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 Buffalo, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Buffalo, 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 Buffalo, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Buffalo, NY are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 299 reviews of the 868 listed babysitters.