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60 babysitters are listed in Pleasant Valley, NY
The average rate is $19/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Pleasant Valley, NY
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of experience as an assistant teacher/ helper. I am a psychology major. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation, pick ups and drop offs to school if necessary. All the kids love me because I am fun and they are always safe and comfortable with me. I am a caring person and I jus love kids and love...
Latoya can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep
5.0
"Latoya is an expert baby-whisperer and an absolute delight to work with. I feel lucky to have her watching my child!"
Mary Ellen I.
Theresa B.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Nothing beats the smell of a clean home. Honest, reliable & trustworthy. Retiree from NYS DOCCS (37+ years). Perform quality thorough cleaning services.
Theresa can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, organization, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"Theresa is reliable thorough and friendly - best housekeeper we've ever had"
Brendan M.
Gilda C.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Lifetime Experience! I have been taking care babies 4 months old to toddlers for the past five years. I'm loving every minute. I was born with the gift to love kids. I started sitting babies and toddlers in my teens. I love kids so much that I adopted 2 of my own. I'm a loving grandmother full of energy, excellent health, and...
Gilda can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gilda (who goes by her middle name!) was with our family for more than a year, watching our baby as he grew into a toddler. She helped him learn manners and instilled in him a real love of Italian food! She was like a member of our family, and our son called her...
Anne M.
Emma P.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$13-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog and cat sitting in your own home. I have been watching animals for approximately 10 years. I can stay overnight if you would like! I can also perform tasks such as grocery shopping and house cleaning.
Emma can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"We hired Emma to stay at our home and watch our two pugs. She is sweet, kind, helpful,responsible and clean. We felt comfortable and safe having her at the house for a few nights. Emma is highly professional and would update us with pictures throughout the day...
Diana C.
Jamie B.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.6
(9)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi beautiful families!
I'm a South African nanny/babysitter, permanently residing in New York.
I totally adore kids so it's not really a job to me. My experiences include au pair, live-in nanny, babysitter & special needs. Cared for Newborn boy/girl twins & their 2-year-old sister. Newborn & her 3 y/o brother. 18-24-month-old...
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We have entrusted Jamie with our children. Jamie is totally reliable, a great communicator, and is terrific with our kids. We are totally comfortable with her in our home - she's warm and funny, and great company. We would not hesitate to recommend Jamie to...
Aaron C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as optimistic, courageous and kind. I am looking to work with kids of all different ages. I'm currently a senior at CCNY studying biology for my bachelors degree. I also work as a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant. Occasionally I have some free time on the weekends so I would like to use this time...
5.0
"Strongly recommend! Our three kids had a great time with Angela. She was engaging, responsible, and energetic. She is our go to date night babysitter"
Care member
Hello Poughkeepsie-area families!
My name is Clio, I'm in my junior year at Vassar and I'm originally from Wisconsin : ) I've been working with kids since I was 13, babysitting a whole range of group sizes (up to 4 at a time) and ages: 2-11! Since I love working with kids, I've worked as a public after-school teacher for 3rd...
Clio can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Emma B.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$16-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Emma! I'm a freshman at Vassar College studying English and Political Science. I love working with kids and have been babysitting for the past five years. Back home in California, I worked for families with children of all ages, though I have the most experience with children ages 2-6. I love art, reading, and being...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Pearl M.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$23-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
I now have around 3 years of experience working with children ages 2-12. I have been a school tutor, babysitter, camp counselor, and most recently a head swim coach. I am currently going into my third year at Vassar College, with a major in Psychology and a minor in music. With this background, I have gained a deeper...
Pearl can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Clara P.
Staatsburg, NY
$16-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 4+ years of experience, babysitting all throughout high school for numerous families. I can help with light housekeeping, laundry, tutoring, meal preparation, and more. I also spent a great deal of time volunteering at my local library in middle school and high school. Here, I assisted with weekly story time events for...
Clara can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Edissa C.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-/Full -Time Caregiver Available or Part/Full Time Childcare Available
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I got my degree in Behavioral Science and I have two boys (22 -and 18 -years- old). I used to teach at a Presbyterian Church Sunday School for 2 years. During my high school and college years, I've taken part time jobs as a babysitter/child caregiver. I love watching kids, help them with their homework, etc. Kids amaze me...
Edissa can also help with: Carpooling
Kathleen M.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$18-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi everyone! My name is Kathleen and I am a junior studying child/adolescent psychology and cognitive science at Marist College. I have my car on campus so I am hoping to do some babysitting in the area throughout the semester! I have worked at a daycare for 3 years and was a full time nanny to two children last sumner. I have...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience working taking care babies and older.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Bethany M.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$13-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have extensive experience with pet care. I grew up on a rural property with every pet you could think of... cats, dogs, birds, rabbits, goats etc. I have about 5 years experience with dog sitting.
Bethany can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Azamina B.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Azamina (Mina). I am 23 years old with college experience in Psychology & graduated high school in 2018. I am a professional singer & also work in customer service. I am also a trusted Babysitter. I've been working with children for years now & have experience in handling & caring for kids in all types of...
Azamina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Hi, I'm Bertalina
I have experience working with senior citizens since 2015. I've worked at a home agency before called Anytime Homecare. My job duties were to assist with house duties, bathing, dressing, feeding, running errands, and medication assistance. I love this field of work because I have so much compassion for the...
Bertalina can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands, dementia
I currently have one cat and have cared for grown dogs as well as puppies.
Kate can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
Grace A.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$15-25/hr
Hi, I'm Grace! I've been caring for my own pets for 15+ years as well as been entrusted to pet sit for friends and family. I'm comfortable with all pets of any sizes, breeds and species.
Grace can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
I have 17 plus years in public housekeeping and have many excellent references. I am detail-oriented and aim to make the house of my employer's a pleasant place to come home to. I am self-motivated and have a strong work ethic, with excellent references.
Alice can also help with: Oven cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
Erin M.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi I'm Erin, I'm a very positive, patient and reliable individual. I have nannied for years, from toddlers to teenagers, and I love all ages! I have younger siblings so I know just how important it is to find a trusted adult and I am certain I can be that for your family! With me I look forward to caring for your children and am...
Erin can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, carpooling
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Pleasant Valley, NY
Latoya G.
5.0
Latoya is an expert baby-whisperer and an absolute delight to work with. I feel lucky to have her watching my child!
- Mary Ellen I.
Theresa B.
5.0
Theresa is reliable thorough and friendly - best housekeeper we've ever had
- Brendan M.
Gilda C.
5.0
Gilda (who goes by her middle name!) was with our family for more than a year, watching our baby as he grew into a toddler. She helped him learn manners and instilled in him a real love of Italian food! She was like a member of our family, and our son called her "nana." Would recommend!
- Anne M.
Emma P.
5.0
We hired Emma to stay at our home and watch our two pugs. She is sweet, kind, helpful,responsible and clean. We felt comfortable and safe having her at the house for a few nights. Emma is highly professional and would update us with pictures throughout the day (which we loved). It can be a challenge...
- Diana C.
Jamie B.
5.0
Jamie fit right into our family life. Her temperament is wonderful - she's kind, sweet, and she had such a calming influence on our son as she cared for him from age 7 months-10 months. We would have kept her on but she was pregnant with a baby of her own. Jamie is very collaborative with childcare...
- Alexa M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Pleasant Valley, NY:
How can I find a Pleasant Valley babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Pleasant Valley, 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 19 babysitters in Pleasant Valley, 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 Pleasant Valley, NY?
The average rate for Pleasant Valley, NY babysitters on Care.com is $19.26 per hour as of April 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 Pleasant Valley, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Pleasant Valley, 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 Pleasant Valley, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Pleasant Valley, NY are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.