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60 babysitters are listed in Plainview, NY
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Plainview, NY
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! My name is Grace and I am a professional opera singer. I became an aunt at 17 and I've been the unofficial babysitter for my sisters for 15+ years (it takes a village!). I LOVE kids and I think I have the unique combination of a child-like energy with the sensibilities of an adult, making me the ideal caretaker. On a...
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Grace will be your kids new best friend. She has taken care of my 3 kids over the years and they get so excited anytime she is mentioned. She is always ready for fun and adventure. We love you Grace!"
Emily I.
Lyndsay S.
Hempstead, NY
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experienced Baby Sitter Available On Week Mornings, Nights, And Weekends
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love playing all games, crafting, and interacting with children of age 1yrs old and up. I have only 2 years of experience in baby sitting including helping raise my baby sister. I plan on finishing school to become a pediatric doctor in the future. I cook, I'm pet friendly, love making crafts, punctual, flexible, and...
Lyndsay can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Many babysitting experiences with family I have been sitting for about 4 years now. I've worked with different families as well as my own I've also worked retail at justice where I would interact with kids all the time as well . I love pets and am very precautious I've had experience with all ages from infants to elementary I...
Nancy can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"She's very responsible Nancy babysat my children last year until I became A stay at home mom. The kids loved her She's A trustworthy babysitter and was very flexible with scheduling!!"
Alison T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 15 years of experience. I'm genuine, kind, lovable, funny, nurturing, and very attentive. I have more than 15 years of experience in babysitting. I believe in teaching and being fully committed to my responsibilities all while having fun! I love people as well as pets. I believe in providing comfort as well as practicing...
Nachelle can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nachelle is great with children! I have known her for over 16 years and nothing brings her more joy than keeping a smile on a child's face, ensuring they are well taken care of, safe, and healthy."
Alicia A.
Nalijah W.
Amityville, NY
$11-16/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am the oldest out of six children and I have been babysitting for as long as I can remember. I am extremely outgoing and creative, I love interacting with children. I have worked in after school for three years and I absolutely enjoyed it. In aftercare our top priority was to supervise the children. We also would help them...
5.0
"This was my first time using care.com for our childcare needs and it was a great experience. Nalijah agreed to meet in person which gave her an opportunity to meet my son and I. It also made me more comfortable deciding to hire her. Nalijah is very pleasant,...
Ayodele H.
Betina P.
Albertson, NY
$10-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Betina and I am a senior at Binghamton University! My major is Human Developments with a Minor in Education :) I'm looking to go to graduate school to become a teacher. I've had numerous babysitting experiences. I was a mother helper for twin girls who when I started were 5 and now they are going to be 8! Being a...
Betina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Betina was wonderful with my daughter! Just after the first meeting my daughter is already asking to have Betina over again. She was very personable, kind and patient. I would highly recommend Betina!"
Stacy K.
5.0
(1)
I am a trustworthy nanny. I have great references from 6 different families. I have been a nanny for a long time and have been a mother 17 years. All my previous positions will all only have the best things to say about me, thought of me as an extension of the family.
5.0
"Mara has watched my infant for the past 7+ months and we were thrilled. She came into our home and treated our baby as if she were her own. It got to the point where our baby (and our dog!) greeted her with large and loud exclamations of happiness as she walked...
Melina S.
4.9
(11)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Gia and I am 21 years old. I have been a babysitter since the age of 14 and a nanny since 17 years old. I have almost 7 years of professional experience with the ages of 2 weeks old all the way up to 13 years old. I have done so many different tasks and chores regarding childcare over the past few years. I started...
Gia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gia is the best and super professional. She can expertly handle multiple kids of various ages, is fun, kind, caring and most importantly, I always know the kids are in great hands and safe when with her! Gia is very responsive, communicative, punctual. Our kids...
Kristina F.
5.0
(1)
I worked in a day care and have raised two of my own children. Love to cook, have cooked in daycare and private settings. Responsible, can be flexible with times needed. I currently work as a cook at at church in E Npt in the evenings.
Anne can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Raeann I.
Bethpage, NY
$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a Mercy College graduate. I majored in Behavioral Science/Early Childhood Education. Throughout my years attending Mercy, I was a student athlete on the women's soccer team. I am currently in Graduate School, getting my masters in Early Childhood/Special Education. I had a passion for teaching my whole life. I've always...
Raeann can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Very responsible. Always on time. The kids loved playing with her and she played great outdoor games with them. She cooks pretty well too. I was impressed that she cleaned up too. "
Theresa D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified Senior Provider. I have years experience in home health care duties. One of the patient I took care of was for over a five year period. My duties included, bathing, feeding & giving the patient medication, taking the patient for walks, cleaning and most of all keeping the patient company. My passion for caring...
Donna can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"I found Donna H. on Care.com in 2013 - and I am so glad that I did. For two years, she provided my mother with excellent and compassionate care, and became a part of our family. It was comforting to know that Donna was with my mom and taking such good care of her...
Ellen L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have been caring for babies and children since I was 12 years of age as a babysitter for my 3 siblings as well as in my neighborhood plus many referrals! I was employed as a camp counselor for children ranging from pre-k up to 4th graders in my teen years. I attended SUNY New Paltz for Art Education. Work experience...
Laura can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Laura is a wonderful caregiver. My 9 year old son loves having her sit for him. She is interactive, loving, kind, and dependable. She is just fabulous!"
Sally W.
Stella L.
Levittown, NY
$44/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm a patient and highly reliable person with many years of experience working with new born, toddlers and young kids. I used to be a preschool teacher aide in my hometown. love children and I love babysitting. I babysit children from 0 Old months and up. I like to do crafts, play games, art drama, cook and read books with the...
Stella can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ruth is a reliable trustworthy individual who cared for my mother for 6 months. I recommend her for any caregiver position."
Wanda Q.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Daria and I am 25 years old. I graduated with a bachelors degree in Childhood Education with a minor in communications and social interactions in 2020! I am currently in my masters program at St. John's University and work at a school as a teacher assistant for grades K-5! So, I'll be spending the rest of my life...
Daria can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Daria showed up on time and was easy to talk to. We hired her for the month of January while she was home from college to help with our daughter. Very professional! "
Sara M.
4.7
(24)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Kerrie. I am 45 years old and have two children of my own that I have raised. My daughter is now 21 and my son is now 16. I have so many years of experience with babysitting. I was 12 years old when I started to babysit and found out I loved it. I will take care of your kids as if they're my own. I am also CPR and...
Kerri can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kerri is amazing! She’s very punctual and takes care of our 20-month-old son very well. She’s super nice and gentle, cautious about the baby's safety as well. We feel safe when she’s with our toddler."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Bachelor degree in early childhood education, over 10 years experience babysitting, I also have two children of my own.
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
5.0
"Stephanie is amazing!! She is reliable, easy-going, kind, a great mom herself and my daughter loves her! So glad we found her! "
Carissa O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a responsible and reliable person. I love working with kids. I develop full attention to their needs. I have a lot of patience, and I'm an animal lover. I do not smoke
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping
5.0
"Maria is a very caring person,lovable and extremely kind. Shes dedicated and very responsible. She's sweet and honest. She's funny and fun to have around. "
Margarita R.
Kelley G.
Huntington Station, NY
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
My Name's Kelley!
I am a 19yr old, High-school Graduate. I am furthering my education studying Criminal Justice.
I am very flexible and willing to work with you.
I have cared full-time for children as young as 6 weeks up until 8 years old.
I have experience with special needs children.
I have CPR and First Aid certification...
5.0
"She is very honest and a suitable addition to almost all home types. I used her for 2 years and she was so wonderful. My infant and toddler loved Kelley! "
Jamie S.
4.8
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I helped my elderly father for eight years, shopping for him, taking him to various doctor's appointments and other places he needed to be driven to and also assisted him when he was walking as he was unable to do so on his own. I also helped my husband for many years while he was sick with cancer. I took him to numerous...
Rhonda can also help with: Personal care, dementia, visiting physician
5.0
"We know Rhonda for over 30 years. She was an excellent care giver for her elderly father for 11 years and for her husband, my cousin, while he had cancer. She brought up 2 children with great values. She has experience with dogs, shops, drives to all medical and...
Jerilyn K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Greetings! My name is Alethea! I am a 28-year-old who a hardworking, responsible yet fun individual that works very well with children. I have volunteered in a day care school for about 5 months and took care of children ranging from ages 4 to 11. I also volunteer weekly in my church to take care of the 2 to 6-year-olds during...
Alethea can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
5.0
"My kids looooved Alethea. I hired her for before school care. She would feed them breakfast, help them get ready for school, and if they were ready well before time she would even play board games with them."
Geraldine M.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Plainview, NY
Grace K.
5.0
Grace was wonderful with my son. In addition to playing and reading, there was a lot of singing which he really liked.
- Leah F.
Nancy M.
5.0
She's very responsible Nancy babysat my children last year until I became A stay at home mom. The kids loved her She's A trustworthy babysitter and was very flexible with scheduling!!
- Alison T.
Nachelle B.
5.0
Nachelle is great with children! I have known her for over 16 years and nothing brings her more joy than keeping a smile on a child's face, ensuring they are well taken care of, safe, and healthy.
- Alicia A.
Nalijah W.
5.0
This was my first time using care.com for our childcare needs and it was a great experience. Nalijah agreed to meet in person which gave her an opportunity to meet my son and I. It also made me more comfortable deciding to hire her. Nalijah is very pleasant, attentive, alert and kind. Nalijah was...
- Ayodele H.
Betina P.
5.0
Betina was wonderful with my daughter! Just after the first meeting my daughter is already asking to have Betina over again. She was very personable, kind and patient. I would highly recommend Betina!
- Stacy K.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Plainview, NY:
How can I find a Plainview babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Plainview, 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 29 babysitters in Plainview, 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 Plainview, NY?
The average rate for Plainview, NY babysitters on Care.com is $21.62 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 Plainview, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Plainview, 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 Plainview, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Plainview, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.