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3,281 babysitters are listed in New York, NY
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of October 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in New York, NY
Kenzie M.
New York, NY
$30-38/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknight And Weekend Babysitting Jobs.
4.9
(10)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Experienced Babysitter. Comfortable with pets, CPR certified and fully vaccinated - Professional Sitting Jobs (2018 - Present)
Kenzie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I cannot say enough great things about Kenzie. She helped watch our 13 month old son 2-3 times a week for 4 months. She has always made us feel confident that we could could leave for date night and not worry. She is SO MUCH FUN and our son just adores her. She...
Brandi H.
5.0
(13)
Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood
I bring a wealth of experience and a genuine love for nurturing children. My responsible and reliable nature ensures peace of mind for parents, knowing their children are in capable hands. My creative approach to play and learning fosters a stimulating environment for children's development. My adaptability allows me to...
Zoria can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Zoria is very reliable and flexible. Perfect babysitter!"
Franca Z.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Mbuke and a college student. I have over 7 years of being a nanny. My prior experience with children are the ages of 9 months to 12 years. I have helped with homework, prepped meals, on time drops off/pick ups from school and daycare, bath times and playtime. I am very energetic, responsible, caring, engaging...
Mbuke can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Mbuke is a fantastic caregiver for my daughter, currently 18 months. She has been with our family since my daughter was 4 months old.
Mbuke is responsible, caring, honest, communicate and on-time. She is also open minded in receiving feedback and guidance on...
Catherine R.
5.0
(13)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Rachel, I'm 24 and a graduate of Connecticut College. I have nannied and babysat for multiple families over the years. I have BLS (basic life support) certification. Additionally, have experience tutoring and babysitting kids ages 0-14. I've been living in NYC for about 2 years and am about to start a full time graduate...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rachel was fantastic with my 2 1/2 year old VERY energetic son! She showed up and within minutes was building blocks, reading books, and keeping up with him. She was able to navigate bedtime with ease! She was incredibly professional, punctual, and all around a...
Alexis C.
5.0
(18)
Hired by 28 families in your neighborhood
My name is Widline, I am a certified birth and post-partum doula, a baby nurse, and a babysitter with over 15 years of experience. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I love outdoors, and I am a book lover. I plan child related activities to keep child engaged. I also prepare nutritious meals and encourage children to have a...
Widline can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Hello there! I'm super late with this review... Oopss! From July 2014 - November 2016, Widline looked after my children full-time 8AM -8PM. She started with my 4 months old daughter, one year later my son arrived, he only weighted 5 pounds. Widline was phenomenal,...
Cherlyn P.
5.0
(14)
Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Jackie. I have always been interested in childhood development and was able to pursue this interest at the University of Rhode Island with a major in psychology. During this time I participated in a community outreach program. I spent several afternoons a week working with underprivileged children and their parents. This...
Jacqueline can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We were in desperate need of a sitter same-day Jacqueline made herself available. I was a little nervous about leaving our 7 year old with a stranger, but Jackie agreed to come early so we could chat and get a feel for each other. I was quickly put at ease. She...
Patrick H.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
(Looking for Part-Time or Full Time)
Hello Everyone, My name is Keren. I speak two languages English and Spanish fluent in both. I love reading. I have six to seven years of experience on babysitting and house cleaning. I am a very responsible, loving and trustworthy person. I have experience taking care of children from eight...
Keren can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I'm not sure where to start. Keren has changed our lives. My partner and I work full time and have two small children and live in the city. Our apartment was a mess and we were overwhelmed. We found Keren on Care.com and she came over the next day and made...
Sarah T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Rebecca and I have over 10 years of babysitting and pet-sitting experience. I have worked with children from ages 6 months to 12 years old. As for pets, I have the most experience with dogs and cats. I absolutely adore animals and children, and believe strongly in incorporating play into all sitting work. I am an...
Rebecca can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rebecca was an absolute delight. Our kids would ask when they could see her again after the few times we had her watch the kids."
Michael L.
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Nicole! I have been caring for and teaching children for 10 years. Most of my experience is in dance education, so you can guarantee lots of dance parties when I watch your kiddos.
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Nicole worked at my Hotel. She went over and above what we required. Accurate, caring, honest and loving to all of our customers."
judith M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a dependable caregiver and am passionate about the emotional health of children. My strengths lie with infants and toddlers, but I enjoy caring for children of all ages. I have 4 years of experience as a daycare teacher, but I have been nannying/babysitting since 2005. I love animals, so it's a plus if you have a dog or a...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I worked with and supervised Jodie when she worked in the nursery at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Salt Lake City, Utah. Jodie interacted really well with the children, ages 6 months through 5 years old. She engaged them with age appropriate activities and...
Judi K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a friendly and dedicated person who moved to New York City to pursue acting. For the past 13 years, I have worked with children consistently as a babysitter, daycare employee, after-school teacher, or a theatre teacher. I adore working with children and helping them grow while I am involved in their lives!
Lindsey can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I grew up in San Francisco and graduated from the University of Colorado Boulder in 2017. I moved over to NYC in 2022 and now am pursuing my master's in nursing here at Columbia University! I plan to work as a nurse in pediatrics, the NICU, or labor & delivery. I have babysat and worked as a nanny for various families for the...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Proactive, professional, personable, friendly and thorough. Kirsten is a wonderful caretaker! My child adores her. "
Charity C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Over the past 5 years, I have worked as a babysitter and English teacher in France with an agency, as well as in Boston, MA. I now work part-time as an enrichment teacher to pre-school aged children. I have worked with children between the ages of 1 and 10, the most common being around 5 years old. I am an American citizen and a...
Caitlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Easy, reliable, and caring. Perfect sitter for a night out!"
Alex S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have been living in New York, working as an actor, theatre maker and freelance florist. I have been nannying and babysitting in New Orleans for at least six years, and my last two full-time positions as a nanny started on Care! Since much of my work is the odd film job, I am simply looking to fill my days doing...
Tirol can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am the oldest of 3 girls from Portland, Oregon who loves animals, back home I have 2 dogs and 3 cats. I moved to NYC in 2019 to go to Fordham University and graduated in December 2022 with a double major in economics and international political economy. I have been babysitting for the past 10 years, coached 3rd grade...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emily is awesome! She is very respectful and responsible. My kids loved her and I cannot recommend her enough!"
Marianne S.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently between jobs in NYC. I have experience in the Fashion Industry but prior to this and graduating college I babysat for 5 families. I have been a nanny and a mothers helper for ages ranging from 5 months old to 10 years old. On top of this I was a tennis camp counselor with a focus on the 5-7 age group. I would love...
Angela can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
4.0
"Angela has been amazing with our toddler, who had a hard time separating after only being watched by family during COVID. She was great about checking in and letting me know how he's doing after I left. He now walks around asking for her when she isn't here, and...
Elizabeth R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a recent law grad from The University of Miami School of Law who just sat for the NY Bar Exam. While awaiting my exam results, I am looking to nanny in the Fall following Labor Day Weekend and would love to be your helper whether it be for your children and/or pets if our needs sync. I have babysat children of all ages...
Jacqueline can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Jacqueline is an incredibly proactive caregiver and would be an invaluable team member for any family. She is flexible and easy going, reliable and creative, and above all, is engaging and warm with our child. She always maintained an ideal balance of exciting...
Allison M.
5.0
(1)
Hi everyone! My name is Caity.
A bit about me: I graduated college from temple university in 2021 with a degree in psychology. I worked as a full-time nanny for two children (ages 8 months and 6 years) for a year. I then transitioned to a full-time role in business development/sales last year and i've continued to babysit.
My...
Caitlyn can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"I have three boys and saying that seems to scare a lot of baby sitters away. Not Caitlyn, she was definitely up to it. Not only was she caring, but she helped organize a structure with the kids for playtime, study time. I have been very blessed to have Caitlyn take...
Moses S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Carly! I have had experience babysitting for over eight years. I have nannied full-time for a family in Georgia, and I have au paired for a family in Spain for a full summer. Additionally, I spent a full year working for a Forsyth County elementary school after school care program where I gained excellent experience with...
Caroline can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Carly was a great sitter for my little girl! I would not hesitate to recommend her to any family!"
Ryan J.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced childcare provider who is active and outgoing. I have worked with children of all ages and get along with them great. I enjoy doing activities with the children and don't mind cooking or cleaning. I also have my own car and a great driving record.
I usually babysit at night or on the weekends (day/date...
Laura can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our time together was short, but Laura is communicative and punctual, and was sweet with our toddler daughter!"
Niina P.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in New York, NY
Kenzie M.
5.0
Kenzie has been an absolute delight. She is engaging, communicative and down right lovely to have around. Our kids thrived in her care and we look forward to remaining in touch as she completes her studies.
I highly recommend Kenzie for your family. May our loss be your gain!
- Arna M.
Zoria B.
5.0
Zoria is very reliable and flexible. Perfect babysitter!
- Franca Z.
Mbuke T.
5.0
Mbuke watched my 5 year old. Any sitter who isn't afraid to let their inner child out while watching my child is a plus. I could see her and my son playing Uno, video games, and having dance parties on the ring cam. She was soo sweet and kept open communication at all times. She made staying in NY...
- Susan W.
Rachel K.
5.0
Rachel was fantastic with my 2 1/2 year old VERY energetic son! She showed up and within minutes was building blocks, reading books, and keeping up with him. She was able to navigate bedtime with ease! She was incredibly professional, punctual, and all around a huge help!
- Alexis C.
Widline V.
5.0
Widline was so amazing with my 2 kids. My kids loved her very much and I felt so comfortable with her. I am so happy that I came across her. She will always be my go to person when I need a hand with my babies! I highly recommend her.
- Ivis M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in New York, NY:
How can I find a New York babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in New York, 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 3,281 babysitters in New York, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 New York, NY?
The average rate for New York, NY babysitters on Care.com is $21.24 per hour as of October 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 New York, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in New York, 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 New York, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in New York, NY are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 1,162 reviews of the 3,281 listed babysitters.