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186 babysitters are listed in Ithaca, NY
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Ithaca, NY
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started cleaning at a local resort during High School. Since then I have worked for my sister who owns a rental property management company. I have cleaned multiple high-end rental properties for the last 2 years.
Heather can also help with: Window washing, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning & more
Juliane S.
Ithaca, NY
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Enthusiastic Pet Sitter With A Love For Birds, Cats, And Dogs!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I go above and beyond my clients' expectations of care for their animals. Both one-time and long-term pet sitting services are available for birds, cats, and/or dogs. I bring professionalism and trustworthiness to every encounter with clients. While in college, a professor once remarked, "Juliane, if I can't trust you, who can I...
Juliane can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"I highly recommend Juliane for petsitting! She did a great job taking care of my 2 cats while I was on vacation.
I was nervous because both my cats are really shy around strangers, but I can tell she really is a cat person because they both came out to meet her...
Monica V.
5.0
(1)
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, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My goal is to empower kids to be curious and respectful, and to give them as much independence as possible. I have > 9 years of professional experience caring for and educating kids. I worked with kids from diverse backgrounds and ages (5-18) as a STEM and Education Specialist for the Club for 6 years. I was active planning...
Savannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Savannah has been fantastic with our twins! She's timely, communicates well, and reliable! She has helped them grow and explore the world around them over the last few months! "
Erica M.
Nicole M.
Ithaca, NY
$18/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Nicole was everything we hoped for to help out with our two active boys this summer! She was always on time, dependable, flexible with our crazy schedule and FUN! I trusted her to drive my boys to and from activities! She's amazing - I would hire her again with no...
Sarah C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for pets since I was a very young child. I grew up always having dogs and cats and other various pets like pigs and bunnies. I ran my own petsitting business caused Wags and Whiskers for years and also have been riding horses for 16 years so I am experienced with larger animals as well. I am currently a...
5.0
"Madison took excellent care of our children! She was professional, reliable and easy to communicate with. We would love to work with her again!"
Caleb B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an Occupational Therapy major in my second year at Ithaca College. I did a lot of volunteering in the past with those with special needs, leading to my passion for this career path. I am loving, fun, passionate, and understanding. I am also flexible for your needs as well. I want to connect and care for you and your loved...
I love kids and have been babysitting kids for the past 8+ years. I love sports, games, reading and am fluent in Spanish!
Lucy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
As the eldest child, there is something intrinsic that pushes you to be a natural caregiver. That's exactly what I felt growing up, which lead me to do as any other new babysitter does - be the neighborhood babysitter. My high school years were spent with a core few families; taking care of their children after-school, helping...
Kate can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Hello! I'm Maddie, I am an IC student studying Theatre and Art History! I am in class occasionally during the week days, but it's entirely remote. I have nannied for a family before, and I been a camp director for the YMCA for almost 7 years, working with kids infant age to 14-year-olds. I have my own car and I am more than...
Madeleine can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Avery I'm 24 and live in Somerset, NJ. I'm in my 2nd year of graduate school at Rutgers in New Brunswick, and I'm looking for a way to simultaneously gain childcare/tutoring experience while also supplementing my income a bit. I have babysat for a wide age range of children in the past, and have always found it to...
Avery can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Gizem and I am currently a college student at Cornell University. I have experience in both Babysitting and Pet sitting. I have 7 years of professional baby sitting and experience with working with children from ages 3 and up. I also have experience with caring for children with special needs. I can also help with...
Gizem can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a full-time Master of Engineering student at Cornell and looking to be a part-time babysitter or nanny in the Ithaca area.
I have prior work experience with children 0-12 years old. I have previously worked at a daycare with children 2-4 years old. I have babysit multiple, in multiple families, children 1-10. I have also...
Alli can also help with: Carpooling
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Laney, and I'm a recent grad from Ithaca College. Currently, I am looking to find opportunities outside of my 9-5, and I am happy to babysit for the occasional date night/overnight/early mornings/late nights, etc. Not only do I babysit, but I'm also a dog, chicken, and cat sitter! Whatever you may need, I will...
Laney can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Michaela S.
Ithaca, NY
$20-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
Babysitter With Experience With Watching Multiple Children At One Time
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 8 years of experience working with children of all ages! I am currently a maternal child health nurse and jump at any opportunity to care for children. I also have a major soft spot for the elderly along with the knowledge and passion to care for them. Please feel free to reach out with any questions! :)
Michaela can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi my name is Gloria, I am 20 years old and grew up in the Boston area:) I am staying in Ithaca for the summer (from may 20th until september) and am interested in nannying. I have experience working in a classroom setting with infants, toddlers and preschoolers and have been babysitting on/off since I was in high school. I love...
Gloria can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
I have 6 years of experience babysitting and I would be glad to help with anything you need around the house. I also have two years of tutoring experience. I am currently a sophomore in college and I have a car. If your kids love to read, sing, or play pretend, I would probably be a great babysitter for you. I love working with...
Daniel can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! I'm Sophie! I graduated from Cornell 2 years ago with a Bachelor's in ILR! I worked at the Fall Creek School Age Program for six months, and then I worked as an Au Pair in Berlin for one year for a 5-year-old and a 13-year-old. I love going out for walks in the beautiful parks, reading and writing poetry and fictional...
Sophie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
As a dedicated grad student with a deep passion for caring for children, I bring a wealth of experience in babysitting children within the circles of friends and family. My affinity for working with children dates back to my own childhood, where I found joy and fulfillment in their presence. With my ongoing education and genuine...
Jylise can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Assistant Camp Director for children ages 3-12 for 3 years
Certified Babysitter
Babysitting for 8 years
Experience with children with specail needs and disabilities
Isabella can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Ithaca, NY
Juliane S.
5.0
I highly recommend Juliane for petsitting! She did a great job taking care of my 2 cats while I was on vacation.
I was nervous because both my cats are really shy around strangers, but I can tell she really is a cat person because they both came out to meet her right away and she texted me a...
- Monica V.
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.
Savannah P.
5.0
Savannah has been fantastic with our twins! She's timely, communicates well, and reliable! She has helped them grow and explore the world around them over the last few months!
- Erica M.
Nicole M.
5.0
Nicole was everything we hoped for to help out with our two active boys this summer! She was always on time, dependable, flexible with our crazy schedule and FUN! I trusted her to drive my boys to and from activities! She's amazing - I would hire her again with no hesitation!
- Sarah C.
Madison R.
5.0
Madison took excellent care of our children! She was professional, reliable and easy to communicate with. We would love to work with her again!
- Caleb B.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Ithaca, NY:
How can I find a Ithaca babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Ithaca, 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 186 babysitters in Ithaca, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.9. 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 Ithaca, NY?
The average rate for Ithaca, NY babysitters on Care.com is $18.58 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 Ithaca, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Ithaca, 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 Ithaca, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Babysitters in Ithaca, NY are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 81 reviews of the 186 listed babysitters.