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5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello families! My name is Leslie and I am an eager college student living in Burlington for the summer- looking for nannying and/or babysitting jobs. I have been taking care of kids for as long as I can remember and for the past 2 years I have nannied for a family of 3 kids back home (RI). I have experience with kids of all...
Leslie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Leslie was great, kids loved her, very responsive and flexible! We will definitely have her sit for our kids again:)"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a Middle School Special Educator looking for tutoring opportunities and occasional babysitting!
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sarah kept my kids very organized. She was prompt and polite and the children liked her."
Cassy G.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, I am a long-time child care provider with experience in many different child care environments, including as a full and part-time nanny, a lead teacher in a daycare/after-school program, as a preschool teacher, as well as an occasional babysitter for multiple families in the Burlington area. I have cared for children...
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Mary is very dependable and super artistic and creative!"
Katherine L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
Hi all,
My name is Belle. and I am a junior studying nursing at UVM.
I have been working as a full time nanny for the past two summers and have been babysitting since I was 15. I have experience with many ages ranging from 3 months to 12 years old. I do have a car and can help out families! I am willing to help out with...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Isabella was wonderful with our kids! She was calm and creative and easily adapted to their needs at the moment. We will certainly have Isabella back! "
William H.
4.4
(7)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Helen . I'm 24 & a recent graduate of University of Utah with my B. S. in Criminology & another in Gender Studies. I'm currently in need of some extra money & since I love working with kids & have an open schedule, I thought babysitting would be a great way to do so! I've been a full-time nanny & watched after children...
Helen can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Helen is awesome! She arrived on time and asked about my son's routine to start the day. Helen is super friendly and kept my son happy all day. We would love to have her back!"
Miranda R.
Lauren B.
Vergennes, VT
$16-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lauren and I am currently a Speech Pathology Assistant, Preschool Teacher and volleyball coach at Saint Michael's College. In the fall I will be enrolled full time in UVM's Master's Program in Communication Sciences and Disorders in order to become a licensed Speech Pathologist. I hold four years of experience...
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Kathryn J.
Burlington, VT
$25-49/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Being the oldest of five, I have been around children my whole life. I have been babysitting for as long as I can remember and have always loved kids. In high school, I was a counselor at a summer camp for elementary children ages 5-8. After two years as a counselor, I was promoted to assistant manager. In 2017, I was a...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Samantha M.
South Burlington, VT
$20-27/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I work full-time for the health department, so please see my availability. I have multiple years of experience and have successfully worked with multiple families through this. Before requesting a service, please message me as I do not take payment through and once a request has made. I love taking care your child in your...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Samantha has helped me on multiple occasions. She is very dependable and trustworthy. She is creative and my kids love her! I would recommend Samantha time and time again!"
Lydia L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I started babysitting for neighbors and family friends in early middle school, worked as a teacher's assistant for a preschool Hebrew school class, babysat and worked as a camp counselor throughout high school with kids ages 0-10, provided mentorship to elementary school students throughout college, worked at a YMCA preschool as...
Emily can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We did a nanny-share with another family and Emily took care of both of our sons when they were infants. She is an absolute treasure! We could always count on Emily to be on time (if not early), listened to our requests, communicated well with us, and most...
Carolyn M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have nannied for families in the past over the summer. One family had one boy aged 10 (I watched him until he was 13) the other family had two boys ages 3 and 5. I have had ongoing babysitting jobs for children aged 1, 4, 5, and eight. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have also worked a summer being a camp counselor for...
Tiffany can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Lillian M.
Burlington, VT
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have been providing care to children ages 6 months - 12 years for the past eight years including experience caring for multiple children. I am currently attending school for psychology and studio art and will be graduating in the spring of 2023. I also work at a bakery part time and in my free time enjoy rock climbing, skiing,...
Lillian can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lilly is wonderful!! She is an absolute natural with young kids; they're just drawn to her. She is extremely mature for her age, as well as grounded, responsible, creative, and playful. She creates a very stimulating environment for our kids which includes lots of...
Shelby G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello Families! I am a recent graduate from St. Michael's College, where I earned a degree in Environmental Science. With a background as a trusted nanny for multiple families within our community and experience as a summer camp director, I bring a wealth of childcare expertise. My passion lies in engaging children in outdoor...
Kelly can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"She is incredibly amazing. All 4 of my special needs kids had a wonderful time with her. She is friendly, experienced, considering and even our pet was loving her too. Not only we recommend her, but also we will hire her again in the future."
Maria S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Lizzy. I am a very energetic and positive person, and I am very passionate about getting kids outdoors and active! Last year I completed my 90 Hour state preschool certification after two years of preschool experience. I was a sleep away camp counselor this past summer, so I have a lot of experience with bedtimes and...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lizzy was wonderful. She was prompt, kind and great with my 3 kids. She met their energy level and encouraged them to play on their terms. My kids are begging for her to come back and we hope she will return soon!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hi! My names Kitana, I have 5 years of experience, including babysitting and working at a daycare at Smugglers Notch in Jeffersonville VT. I love children, and have mostly worked with kids aged 0-5!
Kitana can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kitana was wonderful with my two daughters. She was very nurturing and a lot of fun! She is also reliable which I appreciate. Highly recommend!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Kimberly and I am currently a preschool teacher in Middlebury VT. I live in Ferrisburgh VT and am comfortable commenting anywhere between Middlebury and Burlington. I have received my bachelors degree in child development and have been working with children in early learning settings for the last 6years. I have...
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kimberly was wonderful with my 5- and 7-year-olds. She was friendly, resourceful, reliable, and my kids really enjoyed spending time with her. Communication was great. I highly recommend her and look forward to having her back again."
Elizabeth B.
Yoko S.
South Burlington, VT
$35/hr • 20 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as friendly, personable, caring.
In my spare time, I like to go hiking, travel, and do yoga.
My skills include, cooking, doing laundry and cleaning.
5.0
"We felt so lucky to have Yoko care for our daughter a few days a week last winter while we waited to get into daycare. She was so kind, generous, and caring, our daughter loved spending time with her and we highly recommend Yoko to anyone looking for high quality...
Mike S.
Kim S.
Burlington, VT
$15-18/hr • 6 yrs exp
Fun And Responsible Part Time Caregiver With Nannying And Daycare Experience
Hello! My name is Kim S. and I'm looking to provide fun, enriching and safe childcare for a family in the Burlington area as a full or part-time nanny. I have experience assistant teaching at a preschool, overseeing the nursery at a Unitarian church, and babysitting for families with children ages 2-10. I also have three years...
Kim can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hello. I am a 24-year-old who is looking for part time and occasional work with children. I am interested in babysitting, nannying, tutoring or any other work with children. I am a certified teacher, currently work during the day at a local elementary school and I have past experience as a preschool teacher. I am also a Graduate...
I have worked at a day camp in Framingham as a camp counselor since 2011. Currently I work with kids in affordable housing communities through the DREAM program. I am also an elementary education major at the University of Vermont and have experience working and interacting with students/children in a school setting.
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance
Natasha A.
Burlington, VT
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! Im Natasha Im currently going into my senior year at UVM. I am a social work major and art minor. I love working with kids and have been babysitting and nannying for years. I have about 4 years of experience. I also love to read and do arts and crafts and have plenty of arts and craft ideas. I can help with cooking/meal...
Natasha can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Essex, NY
Leslie C.
5.0
Leslie was so great with my 2 littles while we visited Vermont for a wedding! We are so grateful to have found her and we will definitely have her sit our kids the next time we are in town!
- Sara H.
Sarah S.
5.0
Sarah kept my kids very organized. She was prompt and polite and the children liked her.
- Cassy G.
Mary V.
4.0
Mary is very dependable and super artistic and creative!
- Katherine L.
Isabella M.
5.0
Isabella was wonderful with our kids! She was calm and creative and easily adapted to their needs at the moment. We will certainly have Isabella back!
- William H.
Helen C.
5.0
Our son loved spending time is Helen. She made dinner while we are away and she kept the house clean also.
- Daniel S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Essex, NY:
How can I find a Essex babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Essex, 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 3 babysitters in Essex, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Essex, NY?
The average rate for Essex, NY babysitters on Care.com is $16.33 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 Essex, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Essex, 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.