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Cassandra V.
Philmont, NY
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a mom to 5 daughters. I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having someone trustworthy watching their little ones.
Cassandra can also help with: Light cleaning
Absolutely love babysitting, did it a lot in high school/college and have recently moved to the area!
Sophia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
(11)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I'm a mom of 2. I have experience babysitting children of all ages and have 12 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities/behavioral problems. I love to watch children learn, and would be great homework help after school. I prefer to engage children the same way I was as a child by playing games...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Amanda cared for our 5 month old for almost a month. She was patient, funny, and experienced (as well as a mom herself) as we navigated changing nap times, the introduction of solid foods, fussy days, calm days, and poor air quality!
She was early/on-time every...
Rebecca N.
Arianna J.
Ghent, NY
$16-21/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a mom of a 5-year-old and I am CPR/AED certified. I have experience with children with special needs as well. I'm crafty, willing to help with homework, play sports or fun games, you name it. I'm the fun babysitter and would love to help you.
Arianna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
(1)
I worked as a direct support professional for almost 12 years, and I stayed in the field so long because of how rewarding it can be. While employed at a former agency, I received an employee award for fulfilling the lifelong dream of one of my individuals. At the last agency I was employed at, I received employee of the month...
5.0
"Amanda is a gem - sensible, professional, consistent and has a very optimistic attitude that inspires confidence. She follows through, makes good suggestions. I could not be more pleased - I have a teen age daughter with special needs who requires prompts and...
Ilze E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I grew up taking care of my family's own dogs, cats, and a few rabbits. I studied art and philosophy at Pratt Institute, and during my time there I worked with an animal rescue organization as a volunteer foster. I took in a cat, sat for a dog while he was recovering from surgery, and cared for another sweet dog in my home for...
Hannah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Madeline. I am enthusiastic about the opportunity to provide childcare services either on a long-term or short-term basis. My background includes extensive teaching experiences, such as being an ESL tutor, a head gymnastics coach for children, and an art teacher at a maximum security facility for girls....
Madeline can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Madeline is very empathic to people of all ages. She is playful with children of all ages and has a gentle way with little ones. Madeline is flexible when plans need to change. She has taught gymnastics to young children and had years of in-home care experience for...
kathy R.
Shanique A.
Hudson, NY
$30-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I enjoy doing outdoor activities with the children such as going for walks and learning about nature. I love reading stories with children and doing art projects. Childhood is the most important part of our life, developmental wise, and I believe children should be cherished and cared for in a manner that helps them become the...
Shanique can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Shanique was a wonderful person to meet, and she did a great job caring for our infant son. "
Care member
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 17 years of cleaning experience. I have references available. I'm taking on weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, and one time cleaning jobs. I do all types of cleaning. I'm honest, trustworthy, and reliable. I have no allergies to animals, etc. I would love to talk further about my experience.
Amanda can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, window washing, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens
5.0
"Amanda was professional, responsible, and punctual. She gave our rental a great deep clean while we were away and communicated with us throughout. Would definitely recommend."
Chris L.
I uses to work in a preschool. Children seem very comfortable with me. And I like coming up with fun activities I can do with kids.
I'd describe my personality as fun, outgoing, and easygoing.
I like working with kids because kids are so much fun and they are really funny.
I'm looking for a job that I enjoy.
I started...
Micaela M.
Hillsdale, NY
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am 24 and a reliable, outgoing mom of a 3-month-old! I have my teaching assistant certification in the state of New York and a background in child and adolescent development. I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old. I enjoy days at the park and going on hikes, I also love to help with homework if need be! I aspire...
Micaela can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting for quite sometime, going on six years now! I have experience working in a daycare/preschool setting and the ages range from infant to school age. I do have special education experience under my belt as well! I was a nanny for a family with four kids, one being autistic. I am currently in the process of...
Jamie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Nina Q.
Hudson, NY
$22-32/hr
Organized
Neat
Responsible
Takes time in task
Follows direction during each task that's listed
On time
Nina can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning
I have around 2 years of housekeeping experience. I can assist with any and all cleaning needs! De-cluttering? I got you. Seasonal deep clean? I'm here! Catching up on laundry? I'm your girl! Whether it's a one time job or reoccurring, I'm here to help!
Melinda can also help with: Organization, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning
Melinda G.
Hudson, NY
$15-24/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi, ive been a dog & cat owner my entire life. Im very good with animals. Need a dog walker? Im your person. Need me come watch your pet for a few hours? Send me a message
Melinda can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Kristen C.
Ghent, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
As a career nanny, I have over 10 years of experience taking care of children (ages 2 months - 14) at a full-time capacity. I'm currently getting a degree in writing at Bard College and am looking for occasional or part-time baby-sitting as a way to offset my bills. I absolutely adore working with kids and figuring out and/or...
Kristen can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Hi there!
My name is Kate and I am 33 years old living in Hudson, NY with my partner and our rescue pup, Rico. I recently left my role as the Director of Merchandising for the Brooklyn Museum to focus on my consulting business as well as my passion in care taking and cooking.
I have an extensive background in babysitting,...
Kate can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Aneli P.
Ghent, NY
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I like working with kids because they remind me to be present in the moment and to stay curious.
I'm looking for a job where I can have a positive impact in the lives of those I work with, share valuable knowledge, protect those who may overlook the mishaps of everyday living, and encourage curiosity, creativity, and fun in...
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Currently a college student. Has worked in many different fields. Has experience working with children. Grown up in a house full of animals. Dogs, cats, and fish. At the moment I have
2 cats of my own. I know the basics of how to take care of animals
I'm always open to learning and being taught other ways to caring for not only...
Nina can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Leila G.
Kinderhook, NY
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
In addition to babysitting, I also like to clean around the house to keep myself busy. But now I am ready to change my schedule from babysitting to cleaning houses more full-time. I have plenty of experience cleaning houses but if you give me a chance to clean yours, I'll clean it as if it was my own. If afterwards, you are...
Leila can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Philmont, NY
Amanda B.
5.0
Amanda was an excellent babysitter for our wedding. She was responsive, punctual, engaged with the kids, and so easy to work with when we had everything else going on! She was also very competent managing multiple kids and sets of parents, which we really appreciated!
- Care member
Amanda B.
5.0
Amanda is a gem - sensible, professional, consistent and has a very optimistic attitude that inspires confidence. She follows through, makes good suggestions. I could not be more pleased - I have a teen age daughter with special needs who requires prompts and skill-building on a number of daily...
- Ilze E.
Madeline R.
5.0
Madeline is very empathic to people of all ages. She is playful with children of all ages and has a gentle way with little ones. Madeline is flexible when plans need to change. She has taught gymnastics to young children and had years of in-home care experience for children. If she meets your child,...
- kathy R.
Shanique A.
5.0
Shanique was a wonderful person to meet, and she did a great job caring for our infant son.
- Care member
Amanda M.
5.0
Amanda was professional, responsible, and punctual. She gave our rental a great deep clean while we were away and communicated with us throughout. Would definitely recommend.
- Chris L.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Philmont, NY:
How can I find a Philmont babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Philmont, 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 babysitters in Philmont, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Philmont, NY?
The average rate for Philmont, NY babysitters on Care.com is $21.50 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 Philmont, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Philmont, 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.