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Hi, my name is Sarah! I am an elementary school teacher who is interested in babysitting during after school hours or on the weekends. I have cared for various ages of children ranging from newborn to adolescent while teaching in classrooms, babysitting, working at a summer camps and volunteering. Throughout many teaching...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
My name is Casey. I like to think of myself as a very patient and experienced sitter/caregiver. Most of my experience comes from watching and just being around my 9-year-old sister. She is a huge part of my life and these past nine years I've gained some valuable experience with the raising of children; from infants to almost...
Casey can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Kelly C.
Lansing, NY
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello families! I have been in the childcare industry for just over 10 years, I have nannied and worked in the classroom as a preschool teacher. Working with kids has always been a passion of mine. I am energetic so I can keep up with the kids. I enjoy being outside as much as possible. With my teaching background, I like to...
Kelly can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Eunice M.
Dryden, NY
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as attentive, joyful and kind.
I like working with kids because they're fun! Everyday with a kid is a chance to watch them learn and experience something brand new and I find that terribly appealing as a career. It's a privilege and a pleasure to watch them grow and develop into their best...
Eunice can also help with: Meal prep
I have two pups of my own and love them uncontrollably. I have much experience with all types of animals due to growing up on a farm. I also reduce animals and help rehabilitate. I have lots of experience dog sitting and dog walking.
Kelly can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hannah B.
Dryden, NY
$18-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I have been pet sitting for the past 10 years off and on. I have had pets my whole life and currently have a cat, dog, and two crested geckos.
Hannah can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having someone trustworthy watching their little ones.
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I am a creative and empathetic care professional and educator with experience in a range of subjects.
I am an experienced visual artist, storyteller, and communications professional. I am great resource for all things photography, video production, and graphic design, and am continually building up my own skillset.
I...
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kelsey but I go by Kelby. I am non-binary and use they/them pronouns. I love everything to do with art, the great outdoors, animals, and amusement parks. My love for books and movies also knows no bounds. I even have a dog named Bilbo and a cat named Cinderella~!
I have around 12 years total of babysitting,...
Kelsey can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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"Our 3 year old had a great time with Kelby today! They were very attentive and fun! "
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a mom of three kids ages 19, 16, and 14 with 11 years of experience as a nanny. I love children and have a gentle, kind, patient personality. I have been babysitting since I was 13 and have volunteered in the nursery and preschool room at church. My longest nanny job was with the same family for 5 years. They had a...
Christine can also help with: Light cleaning
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"Christine took care of our daughter for 6 months from Jan 2021 to mid-June 2021, when our baby was 5-10 months old. Christine is super gentle, kind, patient, and always great at soothing babies and making our child feel safe. Our daughter is not the easiest to take...
Christina Y.
Camey S.
Cortland, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Pet Sitter/ Dog Walker/Pet Cleaning/Pet Taxi/Pet Consultant
5.0
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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
In your home pet sitting, dog walking, pet cleaning, pet taxi and pet consultant for basic training/behavior issues along with pup proofing your home, Been in business for 10 years. Will help with gardening, housekeeping, indoor plants, etc .
Camey can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, dog training
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"We hired Camey to look after our many kitties while we spent a few days out of town. We came home to happy and cuddly cats, which is always an indication that they were well looked after and given adequate attention. Camey provided us a daily update, as requested,...
Angela A.
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Daria. I am a 28 yo trained doula, herbalist and farmer. I'm caring and patient, and I try to keep an eye on the needs of both children and parents. I'm CPR/AED certified for infants, children and adults. I'm happy to help with laundry, cooking, or any other needs. I have several excellent references that I'd...
Daria can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Daria is our current caregiver to our 15 month old son. She has been working with us for 5 months - therefore, she has participated in a lot of developmental changes as our 10 month old became a toddler (night routines, bottles, solids, walking, sign language,...
Christina L.
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Olivia and I am looking to start babysitting in the Ithaca area! I have over 8 years of experience babysitting, and I have also worked at after school programs running activities and homework help, and I have been lifeguarding and teaching swim lessons for five years. I am very comfortable around pets (I have 2...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Olivia took fantastic care of our two dogs. One of them is older and a little challenging, and Olivia treated her like the princess she is. I'd hire Olivia again in a heartbeat."
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
**I am in Ithaca, NY!! Not East Lansing anymore** I have been babysitting for about 5 years. I have experience with multiple children and pets. I have babysat up to 4 kids at once. I am very responsible, punctual, have a big personality, love to make kids laugh and smile and care about their well-being as much as their parents...
Alyssa can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I met a late teen early twenties Alyssa when she decided she wanted to renew her passion for Soccer as a coach. Alyssa at first was shy with the kids, and staff as one would expect of a young adult. But over the course of 3 years, and through Covid, Alyssa found...
Jerid M.
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am available for part time childcare, preferably during mornings but I can be flexible if need be. While I am comfortable with children of all ages, being a doula as well, I am most comfortable and experienced with babies and young toddlers.
Wilhelmina can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mina was our "pandemic nanny" and she took such great care of my little one and our home. She was affectionate and present with my daughter and really helped shepherd her development from a cuddly baby to a lively toddler. Mina was a constant learner when it came...
Dannie S.
Willow L.
Ithaca, NY
$16-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Willow, I am currently a student at Binghamton University! I am looking for part time work while I'll be home on breaks! I am the oldest of 4 and have been around kids my whole life. I lots have experience watching kids and helping out with house hold tasks. I also coach soccer to girls under 10, and love to do...
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"My son loved Willow! He even asked for her when he woke up in the morning. "
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5.0
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a second year college student who has been babysitting since I was 15 years old. I have a little brother who is 6 years old that I helped take care of a lot so I am comfortable with alI ages. Besides babysitting I also used to tutor and I still petsit so I could help with those needs as well. I have a car and I am willing...
Madison can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Madison watched my dogs for a few days. One of them is recovering from surgery so needed additional attention. The dogs seemed well cared for and she was also willing to help by staying longer than planned when it looked like my travel was going to be significantly...
Selena T.
Emelia P.
Ithaca, NY
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 20-year-old college student seeking part-time work during my breaks in northern CT (Granby, Simsbury, Suffield area) and during the school year near my college in Ithaca, NY. I will graduate in 2024 with a degree in Applied Psychology.
I have several years of experience caring for children of all ages. I am...
Emelia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Emmy is amazing with kids! She helped us over the winter break to watch our toddler son who was home for two months with a broken leg. Emmy went above and beyond to help our son while he learned to walk again, and even helped with potty training. Emmy is a pro -...
Jess M.
Nicole M.
Ithaca, NY
$18/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm a dancer, an artist, and a fashion lover! I have 7+ years of experience as a caretaker and teacher. I am a huge pet lover, tidy by nature, reliable, and drive a car that can transport up to 3/4 kids. I am happy to help with housekeeping, errands, meal prep, and homework.
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nicole is incredibly capable, dependable, and knew how to engage with all three of my girls aged 2, 4, and 7! She helped continue potty training my youngest, played games with my older girls, drove them to various activities, did bath time, and made sure they ate...
Yeaji S.
Hannah S.
Homer, NY
$18-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a certified adolescent English Language Arts teacher and I've been working with children for about a decade. I'm looking for casual babysitting/nanny jobs during the summer months while I'm not teaching. Though I'm not looking for a full-time position, I'm open to regular/recurring positions. I'm incredibly...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hannah was a patient, kind and reliable caregiver for our toddler for several months. I would highly recommend her!"
Jaime C.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Groton, NY
Kelsey W.
5.0
Our 3 year old had a great time with Kelby today! They were very attentive and fun!
- Care member
Christine B.
5.0
Christine took care of our daughter for 6 months from Jan 2021 to mid-June 2021, when our baby was 5-10 months old. Christine is super gentle, kind, patient, and always great at soothing babies and making our child feel safe. Our daughter is not the easiest to take care of; it takes her a while to...
- Christina Y.
Camey S.
5.0
Camey is amazing. Not only can she deal with multiple animals in my home, but she was amazing with my 4 year old daughter who has only been with me. I would highly recommend her to anyone with kids and/or animals.
- Care member
Daria B.
5.0
Daria is our current caregiver to our 15 month old son. She has been working with us for 5 months - therefore, she has participated in a lot of developmental changes as our 10 month old became a toddler (night routines, bottles, solids, walking, sign language, talking). She is extremely thoughtful...
- Christina L.
Olivia H.
5.0
Olivia took fantastic care of our two dogs. One of them is older and a little challenging, and Olivia treated her like the princess she is. I'd hire Olivia again in a heartbeat.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Groton, NY:
How can I find a Groton babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Groton, 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 7 babysitters in Groton, 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 Groton, NY?
The average rate for Groton, NY babysitters on Care.com is $20.29 per hour as of April 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 Groton, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Groton, 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.