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90 babysitters are listed in Long Island City, NY
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Long Island City, NY
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Elizabeth, I attended University of Pittsburgh and graduated from UMB with my MSW. I recently moved to NYC. have experience with children in a care giving and educational setting. I have experience with children age 3 months to teenagers, and have cared for children with autism spectrum disorders, down syndrome,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Elizabeth has been babysitting for our family since fall of 2021 and we have nothing but positive things to say about her! Elizabeth is consistent, dependable, and caring. She is everything you want in a caregiver for your children. Our kids absolutely love her and...
Abigail B.
5.0
(2)
Hili family! This is a little bit about myself: I'm very active person, who loves to spend time with kids doing indoor and outdoor activities. I love to do crafts, baking, painting, hiking and biking. I live in Long Island City (one block from Queensboro station)
I was an au pair and have worked as a nanny and babysitter for...
Ingrid can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Johanna is very sweet, emphatic and gentle mannered."
Diana G.
Laura B.
Long Island City, NY
$28-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Aussie Nanny With Bachelor Of Education
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Laura and I am a 27-year-old Australian who is temporarily living in NYC (I am a US citizen). I have 13 years of babysitting/nannying experience and have also been teaching for 2. 5 years.
I was a longtime (10+ years) nanny for a wonderful family of 7 since the eldest was an infant so I am very confident with...
Laura can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Laura was wonderful with my 2.5 year old daughter! She was attentive and checked in with us throughout the afternoon which was very comforting for our first time leaving her with a sitter. Laura made the day so fun for my little one she didn't want her leave! We...
Heather H.
Chinonso A.
Long Island City, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a dependent and passionate babysitter/nanny. I pride myself in getting along with all ages and adapt to any situation. Out of the 10 years I have been in this field, I've worked in a daycare for 6. I have a minor in communications and use that to my advantage when getting to know children and figuring out their individual...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Chinonso is the real deal! She is kind, compassionate, dependable and knowledgeable. We always feel safe and secure with her watching our children. She is punctual and communicative. We have felt so fortunate to have found her and it has been our pleasure working...
Karie D.
Tania P.
Long Island City, NY
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've always wanted a brother or sister, but to this day I'm an only child. I like to think of this in a positive light in that I've been saving up all this energy for many years, I'm a very energetic person, and I would love to use this energy to spend time with your children. I also am very reliable and believe this trait has...
Tania can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We were vacationing in NYC for the week and we hired Tania to watch our kids for a date night. She was professional and was awesome with our 1 and 3 year olds. They immediately warmed up to her and she was great with them. Tania put them to sleep for us and...
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Julia L.
Long Island City, NY
$20-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Julia. I'm 27years old. I am very positive and patient with kids, I take care of kids like their are my own. I love doing fun activities with kids for example :baking cakes or cookies , tummy time , reading and singing
I love playing , coloring , painting and drawing and especially taking out to play and doing...
Julia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Julia was very nice throughout the interview process. She is a caring individual who is willing to help families and parents alike. I have no doubt that she will be a quality addition for any family."
Kathleen Z.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sarah, I reside in Astoria/LIC, Queens, with my partner and our fur babies. I am a passionate learner and creative individual. My background comes from Culinary Arts, Nursing and now as a Holistic Doula. I focus my practice as a Doula mainly on postpartum/infant care, as well as postnatal nutrition.
Prior to...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Can't recommend Sarah highly enough! She worked with our family from when our son was 3 months old until he was 12 months old and started daycare. The things that stand out the most about Sarah are:
1) Her patience. Our son was a total COVID baby and really...
Stacey R.
Laurent S.
Long Island City, NY
$25-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, My nanny journey started when I was an au pair (2 years in North Carolina), and then I moved to San Diego, where I worked as a nanny for 4+ years. I've been a professional nanny for six years and have at least another decade of caring for nieces/nephews/ neighborhood kids. I love to be out exploring nature and parks....
Laurent can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Laurent is excellent with my 6 month old and 9 year old. For 6 month old she is playing, singing, teaching Spanish (my request), taking her outside, preparing food and snacks for her. She is also helping driving both kids to whatever is needed. She is great with...
Amy V.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I'm Marielle and I was born and raised in Long Island City, Queens. I just completed my first year of college at Emerson in Boston, where I study Drama and journalism. I am new to Care. com but I am an experienced and reliable babysitter with 3 years of experience caring for children. I am patient, responsible, and...
Marielle can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
5.0
"The most bubbly kind caring person amazing with children very smart and quick on her feet. She was great with my kids and are my children’s favorite babysitter. Your kids will definitely have a blast with Marielle. "
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Kelly Alejandra T.
Long Island City, NY
$26/hr • 5 yrs exp
Spanish Speaker Experienced Sitter With Recurring Availability On Fridays Mornings And Saturdays.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi. I'm experienced Nanny/ babysitter with over 4 years of experience. I have taken care of newborns, toddlers, big kids, and middle-high school kids . Love working with kids and learning from them every day. Im very creative, love art and doing crafts.
I am available on Fridays morning and Saturdays during the day- night....
Kelly Alejandra can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Alejandra is a wonderful nanny. She is supportive, caring, hardworking and always eager to help. She is fluent in both English and Spanish, which was very helpful. We continue to hire her whenever we can as she is amazing! Highly recommended!"
David K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there!
My name is Cecilia, but everyone calls me CC.
I am a 25-year-old incoming nursing student this September 2022 at Mount Sinai. I graduated from Wellesley College in Boston. I studied Psychology and Africana Studies.
I love to be with kids; however, what I find most important is the understanding and patience...
Cecilia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Cecilia to take care of our 30 month old daughter - for a two week stint - while our regular nanny was recovering from surgery.
Our daughter took to Cecilia immediately and they established a deep bond over that period of time.
Cecilia is very...
Heather R.
5.0
(4)
Responsible, reliable and caring adult looking for additional opportunities! Pets are part of our family and it would be my pleasure to care for them while you are at work or traveling.
I have cared for dogs of all sizes and ages and cats as well! I grew up with both cats and dogs and absolutely love animals!
In addition to...
Raymond can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Raymond was great when he watched our dog for a weekend. We have a very high energy Irish setter and he was tuckered right out from playing all weekend when we got home. We would absolutely use Ray again!"
Regina M.
Daniela M.
Long Island City, NY
$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
The last 5 years I have dedicated myself to the care of children, especially newborns and babies, I can be a great support in terms of helping parents when they need it, I have been able to see the great responsibility and commitment that this brings, therefore my priority is to provide them with the security and confidence that...
Daniela can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We hired Daniela for the first time today. Daniela was fantastic with my boisterous two boys! We reached out to her with short notice but she was available and was flexible with her hours. She kept our boys very occupied and engaged the whole time, made sure they...
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Noemi C.
Long Island City, NY
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I love taking care of other people, especially the little ones, I'm work full time caring a baby girl 9 months old , I started to care her when she was 4 months old , my schedule is 8:30 to 4:30 Monday to Friday so I'm free after 4:30 and during the weekends . I have a certificate in first aid training and CPR. I'm responsible,...
Noemi can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Wonderful Girl, she is lovely and great with kids. Noemi is responsible, very punctual and an excellent caregiver. "
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5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a reliable and patient sitter/nanny with 3 years of experience. While nannying my responsibilities included cooking, transportation to after school clubs, supervision of online classes and assignments, and creative playtime. I have a background in performing - specifically in children's theatre- which has given me...
Sedona can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Sedona was great with our 4 year old. She had the energy to keep up and never raised her voice when the little one would act out. I appreciated how she would fold in educational activities that we wanted our daughter to focus on. I would definitely recommend her to...
Sofya A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Andie, and I graduated from New York University in December 2020, double majoring in Psychology and Sociology. I am currently a third-year doctoral student, pursuing my PsyD in Clinical Psychology. My clinical placement involves working with patients in an inpatient hospital, and seeing clients at an outpatient...
Andrea can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Andrea was great with our 3 month old. She has a very calming voice and kept him occupied and happy while we worked. She showed lot of interest in whatever he was looking at and engaged him in a way that I thought was very meaningful. We would highly recommend her."
Mona H.
5.0
(2)
Hi there, my name is Nikki :) I am a 26 years old and have 8 years of experience with children. I am a social worker with a degree in Early Childhood Development at Cornell University and an LMSW from Hunger College. I have experience as a Kindergarten teacher as well as a child therapist. I can also help with homework/learning,...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Nicole is one of a kind. She is extremely responsible, kind, warm and understanding. She has nurtured these children like they were her own. She listens and is there for whatever you need or your child may need. We are so happy with our experience with Nicole and...
Jamie K.
Sophie P.
Long Island City, NY
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I Am An Experienced Nanny Looking Forward To Connecting With Families And Attending To Their Needs
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Sophie, i've had lots of experience with children raging from infants to 11 years old. I enjoy engaging in fun activities such as painting to tap into creativity. I'm also a certified yoga instructor and have taught to children back in 2020. I love integrating yoga as a fun healthy exercise along with meditation to calm...
Sophie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"She does a fantastic job cleaning and organizing. She pays attention to any special request I have, but I also really appreciate that she has her own ideas to help make my place nicer and more organized!"
Chris S.
Paromita D.
Long Island City, NY
$14-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Joyful Babysitter And Early Childhood Educator In Queens
Quality childcare is important for the happiness of the kids and the peace of mind of the family. I have served as a regular babysitter for four different families, with infants and toddlers. I have also worked as a substitute teacher at early childcare centers. As a babysitter, I make sure to connect with parents regarding how...
Paromita can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ashley and I live in Long Island City. I am happy to assist with child care, tutoring, and pet care.
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Long Island City, NY
Elizabeth M.
5.0
Elizabeth has been babysitting for our family since fall of 2021 and we have nothing but positive things to say about her! Elizabeth is consistent, dependable, and caring. She is everything you want in a caregiver for your children. Our kids absolutely love her and as parents, we trust her...
- Abigail B.
Ingrid V.
5.0
Johanna is very sweet, emphatic and gentle mannered.
- Diana G.
Laura B.
5.0
Laura was wonderful with my 2.5 year old daughter! She was attentive and checked in with us throughout the afternoon which was very comforting for our first time leaving her with a sitter. Laura made the day so fun for my little one she didn't want her leave! We would absolutely hire her again in...
- Heather H.
Chinonso A.
5.0
Chinonso is the real deal! She is kind, compassionate, dependable and knowledgeable. We always feel safe and secure with her watching our children. She is punctual and communicative. We have felt so fortunate to have found her and it has been our pleasure working with her. The best proof is in how...
- Karie D.
Tania P.
5.0
Tania looked after my 1-year-old while I was in town for a performance, and I would definitely ask her again the next time I am there. She was punctual and reliable, and the relevant questions she asked me at the start of each babysitting shift about my child's routines that day gave me confidence...
- Miyo A.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Long Island City, NY:
How can I find a Long Island City babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Long Island City, 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 90 babysitters in Long Island City, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Long Island City, NY?
The average rate for Long Island City, NY babysitters on Care.com is $21.21 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 Long Island City, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Long Island City, 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 Long Island City, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Long Island City, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews of the 90 listed babysitters.