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Caroline R.

New York, NY

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$17/hr
1 year experience
I'm currently pursuing my BFA in Musical Theatre from NYU Tisch and grew up in the city. I have a much younger sister, so I have been watching young children for a long time and have a lot of experience with them; however, I'm comfortable around children of all ages. I'm very enthusiastic and positive, and I would love to find...
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ABAR Educator Offering Virtual Tutoring

New York, NY

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$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
Hey :) My name is Ayana and I'm 28 years old. I've been working with children for over 13 years. I'm currently offering educational (in person or virtual) support to students and families that are struggling with their school's virtual education curriculum. I have 5 years of Early childhood experience: 4 of those years include,...
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New York, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
travel
Hi! I'm Nora, a dedicated caregiver on the Upper East Side. Currently, I am the Communications Manager at a nonprofit in the city, where I've been working for the last 5 years. As the eldest of four, I started babysitting at 12 and have since worked with diverse families. I've handled households with five kids (including...
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Chloe B.'s Photo

New York, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi, my name is Chloe, I am 24 years old. I attended St. George's School boarding school and Southern Methodist University. I live the West Village, and have extensive experience in babysitting and nannying.
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Paola V.'s Photo

New York, NY

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$23/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
travel
Hi everyone! My name is Paola, & I am currently working in the city but have a flexible schedule which allows me to have a lot of free time! I have always enjoyed babysitting & thought I would look for some jobs in the city. I am 25 years old & grew up in Texas. I moved to NYC about a year ago and I am looking for some...
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Hailey

New York, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
I am from NYC, born and raised. I grew up in an apartment building in New York City and was constantly babysitting. The twin boys I babysit for 2 years were 4 years old. However, I have also had experience life guarding, teaching swim, and as a summer counselor with children ages 2-13. I am also willing and able to care for...
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Dani S.'s Photo

New York, NY

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$17/hr
Craft assistance
I have been babysitting since I was 14 and have cared for children ranging in age from 3 to 13. I also have experience as a tutor and as a volunteer with children living in a homeless shelter. I particularly enjoy creating art, playing board games and exploring the outdoors with the kids that I am taking care of.
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Jeannine W.'s Photo

New York, NY

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$10/hr
6 years experience
Hi there! My name is Jeannine and I m an experienced babysitter with almost 10 years of experience. I ve been babysitting since I was in high school and spent a year working in a daycare after graduating college. I work full time, but am looking for weekday evenings and weekend opportunities.
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Taryn W.'s Photo

New York, NY

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Hi, my name is Taryn and I have bachelor's degree in media/communication studies from FSU. I started babysitting at the age of 15 and was also a sleep away camp counselor for five years. During my time as a camp counselor I gained experience caring for kids ages six-16. I was also a certified lifeguard for five years. I...
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Actress/Musician Available For After-School And Weekend Care

New York, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
Hello! I've taught children ages 5 months-4 years old at an early childhood enrichment facility, including their preschool alternative program. Additionally, I've worked as a babysitter for 15+ years. I am a violinist of 30 years and have experience in tutoring, and am happy to help with homework and music practice.
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Teresa M.'s Photo

New York, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
Hi there! I'm Teresa and I am an actor living in New York. Although I have a very big passion for theater, I also love working with children. Ever since I was about 15, I have been surrounded with little ones ranging from newborns-10 years old. I started working at a summer camp and loved being able to interact with these kids...
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Child Care Provider

New York, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
Hi! I have been babysitting/house sitting for about 15 years now. My experience in age ranges from 3 months old to 15 years old. My favorite activities to do with kids are: crafts, science experiments, going for walks, baking, reading, dancing to music, and doing sidewalk chalk. I have babysat for up to eight kids at once, so I...
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Christie P.'s Photo

New York, NY

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
travel
craft assistance
Hi, my name is Christie. I recently moved to New York from Atlanta, and would love the opportunity to care for children. I've been babysitting since I was 12 years old, taking a few breaks to pursue a college degree. I absolutely love children and approach this profession with the utmost respect and importance. Feel free to...
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Meagan W.'s Photo

New York, NY

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
I have been taking care of children for more than 10 years as a babysitter, au pair, tutor and ESL teacher. I have lived in New York for about 6 years, where I have babysit for a couple of families with children ages 2 to 12. From 2012-2013, I lived in Spain and worked as a live-in au pair for two boys (age 12 and 13) for one...
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Caring, Energetic, And Creative Sitter/nanny

New York, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Hannah! I have been babysitting/nannying for most of my life. I spent my quarantine babysitting and nannying a couple of families and truly enjoyed it. There is nothing like a hug from a little one to help you see the positive in each day. I have most recently nannied a 12 and 7-year-old and then babysat on the...
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Sarah S From Manhattan

New York, NY

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
Hi! My name is Sarah, and I am currently a school psychology doctorate student in NYC! I have experience babysitting, working as a camp counselor, and interning in clinical settings as a school psychology graduate student. I love working with children of all ages, ranging from newborns to teens. I am available to babysit this...
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Always Positive, Always Professional

New York, NY

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$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
I am an extremely reliant and upbeat young professional with a gap before I begin law school. In the meantime, I have been nannying and babysitting! I am well educated and love to turn every day into a learning experience and an opportunity to enhance creativity, curiosity, and education. I am very flexible and willing to do...
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Mackenzie C.'s Photo

New York, NY

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$17/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
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Hi! My name is Mackenzie and I recently just graduated Syracuse University with a masters in Health and Exercise Science. I am attending graduate school to get my masters in Occupational Therapy and work in the pediatrics field. I have had many years of experience babysitting toddlers and up along with children with special...
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Chloe B.'s Photo

New York, NY

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Growing up the oldest of three girls with divorced parents, I've been somewhat of a caretaker my whole life. Born and raised in NYC, I've had babysitting jobs here and there but spend the school year in New Orleans at Tulane University. During my high school years, I facilitated an afterschool music program for elementary school...
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Alyssa H.'s Photo

New York, NY

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$30/hr
7 years experience
Hi! My name is Alyssa and I am a recent graduate of Syracuse University. I work full time but am available in the evenings and on weekends. I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old and I was a sleep-away camp counselor for 3 summers. I am pet-friendly and fully vaccinated and comfortable with wearing a mask/ taking COVID...
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  • 2,598 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.56/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.8

FAQs for finding a babysitter in New York, NY:

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 2,598 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.

The average rate for New York, NY babysitters on Care.com is $22.56 per hour as of November 2025. 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in New York, NY through Care.com. As of 2025, 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.

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