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60 babysitters are listed in Island Park, NY
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Island Park, NY
Sofia G.
Island Park, NY
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm an animal lover that comes from a large family who's always had all kinds of pets. My whole life I've had my own dogs and caged pets. I have cared for pets of family members, friends, and some part time jobs along the way.
Sofia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Hi! I'm Allison, your friendly neighborhood babysitter with a passion for nurturing young minds and creating safe, engaging environments for children to thrive in. I am currently working towards my master's degree in special education/elementary education and spend my time working in an elementary school self-contained special...
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Shoshana S.
Long Beach, NY
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny Available Immediately!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello families!
I am an experienced nanny who is available immediately to provide part or 3/4 time childcare.
My available days/times of the week are pretty flexible, so I can try to work around whatever schedule you need.
I live in the middle of town in Long Beach, and I am looking to work within walking distance of my home....
Shoshana can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Shoshana was professional, sweet, fun, and responsible… my son was sad he isn’t going to see her tomorrow. Highly recommend!!!"
Kristin C.
Samantha N.
Franklin Square, NY
$40/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Samantha. I am 23 years old and I have tons of experience babysitting. I have been babysitting for over 10 years. My experience with children has led me to know I want to become a teacher! I have experience with children from infancy thru pre-teens. I also have two younger sisters and have been my Mom's "mother's...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Samantha has been my after school babysitter since January 2018.
Samantha is very dependable has become like a big sister to my girls. She loves them like they are her own sisters.
Sam is very responsible and I trust her to drive my children to and from...
Shannon G.
Laura A.
Franklin Square, NY
$23/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone ! my name is Laura .
I'm 26 years old. I have 3 years of experience like babysitter, I have CPR certificate and first AID. Also, I have a bachelor degree in psychologist and I speak Spanish and intermediate English (getting better each day )
I can do light housekeeping, laundry, routines, getting ready to school,...
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Laura watched my 2 year old. She was on-time, she really played and engaged with my son and was communicative with us. "
Care member
Ilana D.
Merrick, NY
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ilana and I just graduated from SUNY New Paltz with a major in Early Childhood/ Childhood Education and a concentration in English. I have my NYS Initial Teaching Certificate (Birth - 6 grade). In the fall, I will begin earning my Master's Degree, part-time in Special Education at Queens College. I have about 5...
Ilana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ilana babysat for us over the summer of 2021. We loved her, and so did our 18 month old son. She took him on long walks, ran around outside, read books endlessly and did a lot of rainy day puzzles. Hopefully we'll work with her again!"
Callie O.
5.0
(6)
I have spent the last 2 1/2 years being a nanny for a sweet baby girl and her furry brother a silver lab, as well as her newest baby sister 5 months old. That job is coming to a stop at end of May. previously for 7 years I was Engaging the life of the elderly at an Assisted Living Facility - Doing exercises, arts & crafts,...
Dianna can also help with: Companionship, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, errands & more
5.0
"Dianna is great! Always on time, very helpful and always wears a smile. Don't hesitate to hire her."
Diane F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have years of experience working with, caring for, and supervising children and young adults. I have two degrees (B. S in Criminal Justice and M. A in International Crime and Justice) and an Advanced Certificate (Terrorism Studies).
The bulk of my work experience with children comes from my previous job at New York Edge - the...
Quiana can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Quiana was extremely reliable and dependable. She had great communication too."
Ginny M.
5.0
(4)
When I was a young girl one of my first jobs was taking care of my 91-year-old grandmother along with some elderly ladies from my church.
At 53 I have lost both of my parents. After loosing my mother in 2012 my focus was watching over my elderly father. As time passed, he developed dementia which was heartbreaking. I lost him in...
Karin can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, personal care
5.0
"Kindest caring woman living in my building"
Marie P.
Abbigail N.
Garden City, NY
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Part Time, Weekend, Holiday, And Over Night Babysitter
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a recent graduate of Adelphi University in Garden City, NY. I got my Bachelors in Theatre with a minor in early childhood education. I grew up with two younger brothers in Michigan prior to moving to New York. I began working with children as counselor in training at a YMCA summer camp in Michigan at the age of 13 and as a...
Abbigail can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Abbigail as our part time nanny, as both my husband and I work from home. We were so happy to find her! She has been very dependable, wonderful with our kids (ages 4 & 6), and very creative and fun with playtime activities. Would highly recommend...
Stephanie M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone, my name is Monique, I am 28 years of age. I am very fun, honest, energetic, reliable and a hard worker and outside of my career in the dental field I enjoy taking care of children and the elderly. Over the years I was a nanny for my 3 nieces whom are now ages 16, 8 and 3 along with professional babysitting for 5...
Monique can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Monique was able to accommodate me on such a short notice. Initially, I was nervous to find someone to care for my 1yr old since we were coming in from out of town. But, after a phone meeting with Monique, all of my concerns were gone! Turns out, my son fell in...
Ashaunti B.
5.0
(3)
Hi! My name is Danielle, I am a 23-year-old nursing student at Molloy University. I am interested in a babysitting job. I have over 5 years of babysitting experience with children/kids of various ages. I am also a NYS EMT, & my other job is an event medic across long island & NYC. I am available on Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays...
Danielle can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Excellent sitter, hired through a friend and would continuously hire again."
Natalie C.
Karen M.
Long Beach, NY
$21-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny Looking To Watch Infants And School Aged Children
5.0
(1)
Hi. My name is Karen . I will be available in the Fall to put your children on the bus and help get them ready for school. I can do laundry, light housekeeping and errands. I have 9 years of experience as a full time nanny, and I am a mom of two grown children, I am vaccinated and boosted. I will be available from 7:30 a.m. to...
Karen can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Karen has watched my daughter for the past two years. She is the best nanny! My daughter will be starting nursery school in the fall, so Karen is looking for a new child or children to care for. Karen is loving beyond words, and cares for my daughter as if she were...
Alyssa L.
Ishawrah J.
Cambria Heights, NY
$17-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am friendly, energetic and a people person that likes assisting elderly persons. Certified home health aide attendant that provides care to elderly and disabled clients in a professional and compassionate manner. Duties include meal preparation, personal hygiene and bathroom needs, patient lifting, vitals recording, doing...
Ishawrah can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
(1)
I have 40 Plus years of experience. I can help with Reading, Crafts and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I treat people as I wish to be treated, with kindness and compassion. I am as particular as you are! We are all in this together.
Ideally, looking for two, three of four days.
Annemarie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Annemarie was our nanny for our three children (ages 2, 4,6). Her main responsibility was our youngest daughter for which she cared for as a newborn and toddler. Annemarie was incredibly attentive and nurturing. She was always punctual and very dependable. She was...
Ashley D.
Paloma V.
Elmont, NY
$22-24/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I love animals! They bring joy into my life. I have two golden doodles of my own and couldn't imagine a life without them !
Paloma can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Paloma is very punctual and attentive. She's very helpful and goes above and beyond."
Sinead G.
Jaely M.
Valley Stream, NY
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello My name is Jaely, I am a 20-year-old native New Yorker. I come from a big family and that has given me the opportunity to be able to to relate to children of all age ranges . I am experienced with special needs children as well. I am willing to do light housekeeping and grocery shop. I'm very hard working and when given a...
Jaely can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My husband and I where very pleased with Jaely. She was great with our kids. Our kids where comfortable with her which is a plus. Will be using her again for the future."
Monique C.
5.0
(1)
Hello families, my name is Nancy and I have extensive experience keeping houses clean and organized. I enjoy putting order in people's life by my meticulous skills. I have references if requested and will be very happy to be at your service.
I am also fluent in Spanish.
Nancy can also help with: General room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens
5.0
"Extremely detailed very good. I’ll definitely have her back on a regular basis. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a 58 yr old extremely experienced childcare and care giver. I am a single mother of 4 all grown and I would love to help you. I am highly recommended and experienced. Organization is key to success is my motto. This is extremely important when children are concerned. If you need an experienced childcare giver 35 yrs...
Lisamarie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"I've known Lisa for almost 40 years. I have watched her raise her family basically single handed and all 4 of her young men have turned out to be wonderfully respectful successful men. Lisa has helped me with my children as well while I was experiencing challenges...
Joan M.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've been a caregiver for 12 years, and love giving the best care to my patients, I also enjoy talking to them and making them very comfortable. I became a caregiver because I like to help and encourage the elderly. I'm an honest, loving and caring person. It gives me a great satisfaction to know that I'm helping my client. I'm...
Elka can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
CPR
4.0
"Although Elka was only with us a short time our family felt very close and comfortable,Elka is soft spoken and pleasant and was a pleasure to work with "
Kathleen G.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Island Park, NY
Shoshana S.
5.0
Shoshana was professional, sweet, fun, and responsible… my son was sad he isn’t going to see her tomorrow. Highly recommend!!!
- Kristin C.
Samantha N.
5.0
Samantha has been my after school babysitter since January 2018.
Samantha is very dependable has become like a big sister to my girls. She loves them like they are her own sisters.
Sam is very responsible and I trust her to drive my children to and from various activities and prepare their...
- Shannon G.
Laura A.
5.0
Laura helped with our 2 kids, ages 6 and 2, with early-morning getting out of bed routines and daycare/school dropoffs, as well as several all-day sessions. She was always very punctual and reliable. We look forward to working with Laura in the future.
- Dana S.
Ilana D.
5.0
Ilana babysat for us over the summer of 2021. We loved her, and so did our 18 month old son. She took him on long walks, ran around outside, read books endlessly and did a lot of rainy day puzzles. Hopefully we'll work with her again!
- Callie O.
Dianna V.
5.0
Dianna is great! Always on time, very helpful and always wears a smile. Don't hesitate to hire her.
- Diane F.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Island Park, NY:
How can I find a Island Park babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Island Park, 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 22 babysitters in Island Park, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.2. 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 Island Park, NY?
The average rate for Island Park, NY babysitters on Care.com is $18.14 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 Island Park, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Island Park, 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 Island Park, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.2 / 5
Babysitters in Island Park, NY are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.