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60 babysitters are listed in Rensselaer, NY
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Rensselaer, NY
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Paige and I have 8 years of experience with children as well as the elderly. My mother had a day care at our family house for 5 years and I worked with her to create a safe and fun environment for the children ranging from 2 years old to 10 years old. She also had a few live-in elderly folks who I helped...
Paige can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Paige is amazing with my daughter! She is very reliable and punctual. She has exceptional patience. I would hire her again and again!"
Liz B.
5.0
(4)
Hello my name is Mary. I've been babysitting since I was 12 years old off and on. I'm certified in CNA, HHA, and I'm a teacher's assistant for special needs. I have 8 years experience in dementia and 10 in special needs.
Mary can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Very soft spoken.
Caring.
Friendly"
Tammy P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 19 and attend SUNY Albany. I am currently in school, so I can't dedicate full week days, but can do a few hours at a time between/after classes. I am available most weekend days!
I'd describe my personality as honest, reliable, and caring.
I like working with kids because they are so curious and creative. They can light...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"Rachel babysat our 11-month-old between Christmas and New Years Eve, with very little notice. She was just great! Communication beforehand was seamless. She showed up early the first day and stayed late a few days. She was very sweet and patient with our little...
Aleksy T.
Bria D.
Rensselaer, NY
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
What's up! My name is Bria and I have over 8 years of experience caring for children of all ages. With my extensive and diverse background in child care, I'm confident that I can provide yours with a safe, fun and stimulating environment. I'd love to help make your job as a parent a little bit easier.
Bria can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Bria for a one time date night. She was very professional and stayed in touch with me via text to let me know that my son was doing well throughout the night. She was so genuine and a true natural with children. Definitely looking to hire her again."
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a reliable, organized, and energetic person who will ensure your child receives appropriate care and who can also do additional tasks if needed. I've baby sat on and off for years but I am currently a middle school teacher who is looking for a summer job doing what I love most. With my experience and personality, I...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Elizabeth was great with my intense, energetic, Minecraft-obsessed elementary schooler who can require a lot of patience and flexibility from adults. She took on a full day her first time meeting us when I needed last minute childcare in order to work from home,...
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked in a nursing home for 3 years as well as private home care. I love providing home care-giving services to those that would otherwise not be able to do so. The smile on their faces is overwhelming and makes me feel I have done my job right. I have always enjoyed helping people so I know I am doing the right thing. I...
Brittney can also help with: Errands, home modification, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Brittney is a very compassionate and caring young woman. She is highly skilled and well experienced in all aspects. She has a pleasant attitude and was quick to understand/learn my father's needs. She engaged with him making sure he was happy while attending to...
Amy Z.
Melissa D.
Rensselaer, NY
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Babysitter Available Most Weekends And Some Nights During The Week
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for the last 20 years, watching children from newborn to 6-year-olds. I have an Associates degree in Early childhood education. I also work as a child care provider in a daycare, I have worked in both the toddler and infant rooms. I love children and watching them grow and learn new things is amazing. I...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Elise T.
Rensselaer, NY
$19/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Elise i'm 18 years old and i'm looking for childcare/pet care employment. I have 5+ years of experience babysitting children, along with helping raise my own two younger siblings. I have a range of experience from young infant children to young adults, along with pet sitting experience with mainly dogs and...
Elise can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Cindy H.
Rensselaer, NY
$16/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have over 30 years in the field of childcare. I have experience primarily with children birth to 5 but also comfortable with older kids. I have worked with early intervention as a developmental specialist. I am looking for evening and weekend babysitting.
Cindy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have always been around children. I am the youngest of 16 cousins, so I am always the one who is called to babysit for my older cousins' children. I currently teach Second Grade.
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Melissa H.
Rensselaer, NY
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Melissa. I have been a babysitter for 10+ years. I babysat for one family since I was 13 years old. I am now a major part of the family, and the children see me as their big sister. They have so much love and respect for me based on the care I have provided over the years. I am also a teacher and have been...
Breanna B.
Rensselaer, NY
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Breanna and I have always had the passion to work with children. I have worked in childcare for 5+ years along with babysitting and teaching. I currently work in a NICU since childcare was not financially appropriate anymore. Taking the next step in my career was a very difficult decision since working with...
Breanna can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have 3 years of experience working with kids ages 5-12. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation.
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Brittney N.
Rensselaer, NY
$25-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
1.0
(1)
Hello, I have 5 years experience in a home daycare working with ages newborn to 3yrs old. I was working full time in a daycare center for 3yrs before COVID hit, with ages newborn to 5yrs. I have a 4yr old son of my own in PreK. I love working with children and have quite a few years of experience. As long as the children are...
Brittney can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CNA
Katie B.
Rensselaer, NY
$50-60/hr • 7 yrs exp
I am a certified teacher for grades 1-6 both general education and special education with a mathematics concentration. I have experience working with all ages from pre-K through high school aged students. I currently teach 3rd grade special education full time.
I am available most weekends and some weeknights for housekeeping services. would love to meet with you to see how I could help you out.
Melissa can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, basement cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning & more
Timothy A.
Rensselaer, NY
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have tutored privately for over 10 years, and also work in public education (elementary level) as a reading specialist.
I am an elementary school teacher with degrees in education as well as Mathematics. I have 5 years of teaching experience and 9 years of tutoring experience. I am looking for students to tutor: elementary through high school, and in any subject - Math being my speciality.
Brittney N.
Rensselaer, NY
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello my name is Brittney, I have been in the nursing field for over 10 yrs. I have my CNA, HHA, And PCA. I have worked with all kinds of clients with many different things. I am just recently starting to take on more special needs clients. I love what I do, I love helping people and I have great experience.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Rensselaer, NY
Paige Z.
5.0
Paige is amazing with my daughter! She is very reliable and punctual. She has exceptional patience. I would hire her again and again!
- Liz B.
Mary L.
5.0
Mary has done wonderful with our girls, they really listen to her well. My older 2 love having her daughters here to play as well.
- Jaclyne M.
Rachel P.
5.0
Rachel babysat our 11-month-old between Christmas and New Years Eve, with very little notice. She was just great! Communication beforehand was seamless. She showed up early the first day and stayed late a few days. She was very sweet and patient with our little one, and he loved her! She also did...
- Aleksy T.
Bria D.
5.0
Ms. Bria is great and patient with children. While my daughter was in her care Ms. Bria has helped my daughter with homework and study for test after school. She is also a great role model and has my daughter interested in pursuing becoming an engineer when she grows up. Highly recommended.
- Care member
Elizabeth D.
5.0
Elizabeth was great with my intense, energetic, Minecraft-obsessed elementary schooler who can require a lot of patience and flexibility from adults. She took on a full day her first time meeting us when I needed last minute childcare in order to work from home, and did amazing at making it a fun...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Rensselaer, NY:
How can I find a Rensselaer babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Rensselaer, 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 Rensselaer, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.4. 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 Rensselaer, NY?
The average rate for Rensselaer, NY babysitters on Care.com is $21.03 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 Rensselaer, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Rensselaer, 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 Rensselaer, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.4 / 5
Babysitters in Rensselaer, NY are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.