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Brianna R.

Creative And Sporty Sitter

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Brianna R. and I'm a caring, dependable babysitter/nanny with 4 years of experience working with children of all ages - from infants to school-aged kids. I'm passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and fun environment where children can thrive. Whether it's helping with homework, preparing meals, planning...

Care Member says "Great and reliable. My kids loved her."

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Shirley R.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
Hi! I'm Shirley - a caring, reliable, and fun-loving babysitter who truly enjoys working with children. I have over 6 years of hands-on experience caring for kids ranging from 2 months to 7 years old, and I've worn many hats-from preschool director to program specialist-so I understand how important it is to keep little ones...

Mildred M. says "She was so helpful with my two girls! She kept them entertained and distracted while I was out. The girls love when she comes over she's always willing...

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Isabel G.

Patient & Creative Sitter!

New York, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! I am a college student and an older sister with a passion for helping children learn. I enjoy being with children and feel that we can learn just as much from them as they do from us. I have had experience working with children with mental and physical disabilities through my years of work with Best Buddies. I have also...
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Corrine A.

Part Time Care Giving Available

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
With years of nannying experience, I know that I will be able to care for your child in a professional manner. I am currently a pediatric psychology fellow at a hospital, and have my PhD in child clinical psychology. I have a 2 month gap (September and October) before starting my faculty position and I am looking for a family to...

Anita G. says "Corinne has been a fantastic nanny! She's taken care of son for the past 2 months (from 6 months to 8 months old) on a part time basis, providing a few...

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Alyssa H.

Part-time Caregiver Available

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
As the oldest of 3 kids and 10 cousins, I have been taking care of younger kids my whole life. I love being around developing minds and hearing their amazing questions. I love to play and have been working as a babysitter for 10+ years. I have babysat a total of 22 children, ages 0 months-15 years of age. My responsibilities...

Erin C. says "We LOVE Alyssa. She is the first person we trusted to baby-sit our infant daughter. Her experience is extensive and most importantly our daughter is happy...

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Dawnielle N.

Creative And Active Caregiver Who Loves Children

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
My husband and I are living near campus at Columbia University. I have been babysitting for 7 years and have worked as a full-time nanny for 4 years. I have worked with children ages 0-14 in both the classroom (Sunday school) and home environment. I've done tutoring, potty training, meal-prep, pick-ups and drop-offs, and...

Rachael W. says "Dawnielle worked for my family (2 kids, ages 3.5 & 1.5) as a part-time nanny from Oct '13 through May '14. She is amazing! She always gave 100% to my...

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Carol B.

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New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
While I am in between jobs, I find that I have free time (way too much of it!) and would love the opportunity to spend that time babysitting. I have babysat, nannied, taught Sunday School, worked in my church nursery, volunteered with after-school programs, tutored students--you name it--and I'm eager to get back into...

Jeremy M. says "Carol was great--my little boy enjoyed spending time with her. I'd hire her again. Calm, competent, and fun for the kid."

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Isabelle A.

Your Next Date Night Sitter!

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Izzy and I am a young professional who loves to babysit on the side. I work in finance and graduated from Duke University in 2022. I am great with cooking, bedtime, homework help, and more. I am fun, outgoing, and kind yet assertive. Would love to help you and your family!

Vincent F. says "Izzy was reliable and very kind with the kids. Highly recommended!"

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Jewell P.

Hi Y'all, I'm Jewell!

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
I moved to New York at the end of August from St. Louis, Missouri. I graduated from the University of Missouri in 2020 with a Bachelor's of Arts in Communication. Back home, I worked with a professional sitting agency and continue to work for their management team. In addition to babysitting, I have experience as a camp...

James P. says "Jewell is AMAZING, and the kids absolutely love her!"

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Zairoon N.

Career Nanny Of 10 Years Looking For Full-Time Job

New York, NY

4.9(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
My name is Zairoon(Wendy) and I've been a babysitter for more than 19 years. I'm a High School graduate with certificates in Patient Care Technician(PCT), EKG Technician, Phlebotomy Technician, Certified Nursing Assistance (CNA) CPR trained, and I'm also the holder of a New York State License. My hobbies are reading, cooking,...

Ellie H. says "Wendy (Zairoon) is professional, kind, and responsive. We interviewed her for a nanny role and spoke to 3 of her past employers. We didn’t move forward...

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Sydney K.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Sydney and I am 24 years old. I I have recently just completed a Masters of Education in School Counseling and a Masters of Arts in Psychological Counseling. I have been babysitting for 10+ years.

Care Member says "Sydney was the most amazing babysitter ever! She was extremely kind and overall a wonderful person to spend time with! I would recommend her to anyone...

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Sheila H.

Experienced Sitter, Nanny And Tutor

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Sheila! I am 26 and am excited to meet you and potentially babysit, nanny or tutor. I am a high school science teacher and am comfortable tutoring and providing child care for all ages. I have a wide range of experiences from newborns to teenagers, occasional date night sitting to nannying for the summer. I look...

Katy C. says "Sheila was fantastic! She was very responsive prior to caring for my children and was great with them when she was with them. Both my 9 year old twin boys...

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Victoria C.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Nurturing children's growth has always been a passion of mine. My 15 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from toddlers to teenagers, has solidified my desire to positively impact their lives. I'm creative, friendly, and have a college degree in fashion. In addition to babysitting- I also regularly support a...

James W. says "Victoria was the perfect sitter for our boys. She arrived on time and had a great attitude. Our boys were singing her praises the next day. Good help is...

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Symone W.

Experienced, Flexible And College-educated Sitter (French Speaker)

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello and welcome to the profile of your new weekend babysitter! My name is Symone, I'm a 25-year-old student working toward a dual gradate degree in law and business. I've lived in New York City for several years I wanted to continue to foster my love of connecting with children by continuing to babysit. I have 8+ years of...

Lisa M. says "All three of my kids really loves Symone. She is caring and compassionate and very mature for her age. We would love for her to come back to do some...

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Katherine B.

Special/Deaf Education Teacher With Master's Degree, 5+ Years Experience

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am currently a teacher of the deaf and hard of hearing and I am looking for part time tutoring/childcare opportunities. In 2017, I received my Master of Arts in Teaching from The College of New Jersey and am in my 7th year of teaching. I have experience as a college-level academic writing tutor, American Sign Language...

Ashleigh S. says "Katie is amazing. We have worked with her for years. She is a great role model for my children in all she does. She is also great with the kids, knowing...

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Sabrina K.

Happy To Help Bring Smiles!

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I am an experienced babysitter and a musical theatre performer. I have been babysitting for about 8 years and have experience with newborns through teens. My specialty is infants and toddlers- I'm great with sleep training, baby-led weaning, introduction to solids, and beginning potty training. I am a non-smoker, fully...

Suelen A. says "Sabrina is professional, responsible, careful, and passionate about her work. She exceeded every expectation we had before hiring her. She took care of...

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Jack Q.

About Me! :)

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
8 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello!!!!!! My name is Jack. I'm a mid western native living in Manhattan. I have a passion for care taking and have an outgoing, passionate, and confident presence. I use empathy and heart to live my life and you will immediately be able to see that when you engage with me. I'd describe my personality as passionate,...

Charlene M. says "Jack is one of the most energetic, responsible, compassionate and capable people I know. He has helped us in the past with my elderly father, my nieces...

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Samantha R.

Prepared And Fun Sitter

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Sam. I'm a recent graduate from NYU Tisch School of the Arts in New York City. I majored in Dramatic Writing with a minor in Buddhism with a 3. 75 GPA and on the Dean's List. I've been babysitting in NYC, Brooklyn for the past 3 years. Throughout high school, I babysat and tutored children of different ages in...

Care Member says "Sam was absoultey wonderful. Showed up on time and keep my children entertained, engaged, safe and most importantly happy. Highly recommend, thanks...

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Jacqueline D.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi! I'm a younger, energetic, and responsible girl originally from NJ, living my city dreams while working in the fashion industry in eCommerce. I have over 8 years of babysitting experience with children ages 10 months to 14 years, and I genuinely enjoy creating a fun, safe, and engaging environment for kids. I'm very active...

Amanda H. says "Jackie is an amazing babysitter and helper around the house! She is great with our kids (ages newborn to 6 yrs old), trustworthy and good with...

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Laura C.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, my name is Laura C and I am currently studying developmental psychology at Hunter College. I have gained babysitting experience working with numerous families in both the Upper East Side and Upper West Side, coaching young children, and serving as a camp counselor. This experience has given me the skills and knowledge to...

Nyasa M. says "Laura babysit for my 2 kids every evening for 2 weeks. She's an excellent caregiver and friend to my kids. They looked forward to her coming every evening....

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  • 2,594 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.54/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.8

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in New York, NY

Babysitters in New York, NY are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 859 reviews of the 2,600 listed babysitters

Brianna R.

Great and reliable. My kids loved her.

- Care member

Shirley R.

She was so helpful with my two girls! She kept them entertained and distracted while I was out. The girls love when she comes over she's...

- Mildred M.

Corrine A.

Corinne has been a fantastic nanny! She's taken care of son for the past 2 months (from 6 months to 8 months old) on a part time basis,...

- Anita G.

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 2,600 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 $22.54 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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