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60 babysitters are listed in Ridge, NY
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Ridge, NY
I am retired from the medical industry after 22 years. I can care in home as a companion, cooking, medicine administration, and errands.
Nancy can also help with: Hospice services, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
Bree-anna B.
Ridge, NY
$15-20/hr
Hi! My name is Bree! I am 21 years old and I have taken care of many cats, dogs, fish, and reptiles . I also have no problem with walking one or multiple dogs are taken care of multiple pets whether it's the same species or not.
I am such an animal, lover, and get along with almost every single animal I meet! I'm very patient...
Bree-anna can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, pet walking
Cynthia M.
Ridge, NY
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
I can only hope there will be someone like me around to assist me when I am unable to fully care for myself. I truly care for seniors as they are my own mom. I don't mind housekeeping and cooking, as well as keeping the senior healthy, clean, entertained and happy. I am able to drive to doctor appointments, stores, and church. I...
Cynthia can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, transportation, errands, light cleaning
I adore animals and their unconditional affection. I have had both cats and dogs, recent losing my 14 yr dog Pebbles.
To me, playing/interaction with animals is not much different than caring for children. I am loving and I would interact as much as possible. More importantly, I'm reliable.
Ask me anything!
Thank you!
Diane can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello I am Samm I am a special education teacher and have a lot of experience with a diverse array of needs. I have cared for children, adults, and the elderly for over 8 years. I do not smoke, am comfortable with pets, clean driving record, and am vaccinated. I have cared for friends grandparents as well as my own grandparents....
Samantha can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands
Cynthia M.
Ridge, NY
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Shopper/Interior Home Designer and Decorator Will Shop and Return For You
I love to shop for anything. I design and decorate and love to shop for "things". I can help you pull your home together.
I've been an experienced homeowner for 35 years.
I love to organize and clean as if it were my own home, I am very responsible and aim for perfection. It is instant satisfaction for me.
Cynthia can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, attic cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
I can provide dog sitting in your own home! I have experience taking care of dogs and can provide plenty of references.
Viviana can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Carolyn F.
Ridge, NY
$12-13/hr
I provide pet sitting in your own home. Throughout the years, I have volunteered at animals shelters where I would walk and play with dogs. I love working with animals and taking care of them. At home, my family has a dog that we adopted from a local shelter.
Carolyn can also help with: Pet walking
I am a mature mother of 2 grown boys. I have a 5-year-old grandson. I have a BS degree in Elementary Education. I am experienced in teaching in the classroom and on the ski slopes. I am a fully certified ski instructor on the weekends and experienced working with the seasonal children's groups. I have held management/consulting...
Cynthia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
I am an organized and very responsible personal who for the past seven years as provided care for wonderful people who are of senor age. I have gained experience because of the different life circumstances my families have needed help in. I have helped in a wide range of Healthcare needs including: bathing, cooking, cleaning,...
Valerie can also help with: Transportation, respite care, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
Valerie P.
Ridge, NY
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I work with Children with special needs as a social worker
I have 20 plus years experience in the art of household maintain and organization. I am the mother of 3 boys and I have worked the past 12 years as a Healthcare aide. I love to organize closets and enjoy laundry and cooking.
Valerie can also help with: Window washing, organization, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
I love dogs and long walks so dog walker is the perfect job for me. I have owned larger breed dogs. In Nebraska growing up wrote had Dalmatians, Dovermans and other large breeds and a small poodle. I now have 2 shitzu dogs Argyle and Isabella. I am very organized and comfortable around dogs
Valerie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I moved here from Nebraska where my family still live and was a live in Nanny for a professional couple who have two girls at the time they were 2 and 7 years old. The family moved to Minnesota and I have been living with the same family and taking care of their children for the past 9 years. The children are 11 and 15. The...
Valerie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Jessica H.
Mount Sinai, NY
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jessica. I attended SUNY Cortland and received a degree in Childhood/ Early Childhood education. I am furthering my studies at Touro College to soon receive my masters degree in teaching English as a second language. I am currently a NYS certified teacher (birth through sixth grade). I have many years of...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
5.0
"Wonderful and Sweet Lady during the interview. (Side note: My dogs do not like anyone at first and they did not bark at her and allowed her to pet them on their tummies right away!) Would most certainly use Jessica's services on breaks from school."
Joanna Z.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Samantha! I am currently a teacher and working on my masters program! I love to go on hikes, do crafts, go to the beach, and spend time with my family!
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Sam is an amazing babysitter! She was punctual, communicative, and responsible. Even better, she was amazing with our 16-month-old, who loved her. I would very highly recommend Sam."
Joanna P.
Lindsey W.
Port Jefferson Station, NY
$17-21/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter, Hard Worker And Great With Kids
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Lindsey, I am 23 years old and I recently graduated from SUNY Fredonia. I went to Fredonia as an education major to be a teacher and graduated this May. I am currently substitute teaching at my home district where I went as a kid. I am looking for work, before school, after school, or potentially anything...
Lindsey can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"This is my first time with a babysitter whose not grandma or grandpa , but she exceeded our expectations!! The kids absolutely love her because she is kind and caring . I would 100% recommend her to anyone who is looking for someone to take care of their little...
Cindy V.
Jennifer B.
Sound Beach, NY
$20-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Jen, and I am a student attending Stony Brook University looking to babysit to help pay for my tuition! I will be graduating next year with a Bachelor's Degree in Biology with a concentration in ecology and evolution (ie, I want to work towards conservation and saving animals and the environment)
I love animals,...
5.0
"Jen has been babysitting my son for quite some time now- she is reliable, honest, and trustworthy. She began watching my son when he was very young, from the time he was about a month old up until now (he is 1.5 years old now). My son adores her; she is great at...
Adriana V.
5.0
(1)
My name is Kezia, Kez for short. I am multi-faceted young woman-I spent years in the childcare field immediately after attending Manhattan School of Music for classical cello performance. I then went on to explore other careers, first in the animal field as a vet and pet store assistant, and most recently have spent the last...
Kezia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kezia is a very caring, loving, responsive individual with an innate ability to teach, mentor and care for children. "
Lisa T.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Ridge, NY
Jessica H.
5.0
Wonderful and Sweet Lady during the interview. (Side note: My dogs do not like anyone at first and they did not bark at her and allowed her to pet them on their tummies right away!) Would most certainly use Jessica's services on breaks from school.
- Joanna Z.
Samantha R.
5.0
Sam is an amazing babysitter! She was punctual, communicative, and responsible. Even better, she was amazing with our 16-month-old, who loved her. I would very highly recommend Sam.
- Joanna P.
Lindsey W.
5.0
This is my first time with a babysitter whose not grandma or grandpa , but she exceeded our expectations!! The kids absolutely love her because she is kind and caring . I would 100% recommend her to anyone who is looking for someone to take care of their little ones.
- Cindy V.
Jennifer B.
5.0
Jennifer is mature, dependable, compassionate, and caring. She is a natural at connecting with children and has excellent communication skills with parents. My daughter absolutely loved having Jennifer as a caregiver for many summers. She is a genuine person and highly recommend her.
- Tara J.
Kezia G.
5.0
Kezia is a very caring, loving, responsive individual with an innate ability to teach, mentor and care for children.
- Lisa T.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Ridge, NY:
How can I find a Ridge babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Ridge, 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 35 babysitters in Ridge, 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 Ridge, NY?
The average rate for Ridge, NY babysitters on Care.com is $18.26 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 Ridge, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Ridge, 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 Ridge, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Ridge, NY are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.