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60 babysitters are listed in Rockaway Park, NY
The average rate is $19/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Rockaway Park, NY
Marlana M.
Brooklyn, NY
$25-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(15)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Marlana and I have a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and I've been nannying/babysitting and night nursing for the past 8 years.
I am currently a full time nanny for three little ones and I am looking for a night nursing gig to fill up my schedule.
Feel free to reach out!
Typically applying...
Marlana can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I never thought in a million years that I would hire a stranger off a website to help with the most important thing in the world to me, but here we are.
Our daughter had an incredibly rocky start, and was in the NICU for 32 days. Ventilator, CPR, the works....
Andea P.
Farhana C.
Brooklyn, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(16)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Farhana, and I love working with kids! I currently have over 10 years of babysitting experience along with many years of experience with my own kids. I enjoy the company of kids because of their vivid imagination and creativity. I am organized, patient, responsible, and hard-working. I enjoy reading, arts and...
Farhana can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Farhana has been such a blessing. My partner and I were looking for an Urdu speaker to help care for our 3-month-old baby and we feel so lucky we found Farhana! She is kind and supportive in so many ways. As a first time parent I was (am!) a bit anxious and she...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Elisabella or Bella for short. I have been babysitting & nannying off & on for 5+ years. I've recently moved from St. Louis,
I am very passionate about fashion, music, art, and crafts. I've had experience with kids of all different ages & backgrounds. My last nannying job was with two sweet & playful boys back...
Elisabella can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Bella is a lovely sitter. She was on time and followed the instructions I gave while taking care of my 23-month-old son and 9yr old daughter. I would use her again. "
Ayanna B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I love animals. I have 2 years of paid experience as a dog walker, a dog and cat sitter and many many years of personal non paid experience.
I used to have a dogs and cats as pets myself for many years and during my whole childhood and most of my life as an adult. Currently I babysit a friend of mine's 2 awesome cats...
Petra can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, grooming
5.0
"Petra takes great pride and care in her work. She is a joy to be around and very trustworthy."
Kelly L.
Joy P.
Brooklyn, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi, I'm Joy! I have my associate's in Early Childhood Education with a specialization in pre-school, and I'm currently working on getting my bachelor's in Special education/childhood (online). I've spent over 10 years in the childcare industry, from babysitting to nannying to being a teacher, and I've learned a lot over the...
Joy can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Joy was very good with the kids , they loved her very much she was very helpful always was prepared for any situation she was a very trustworthy person the family loved her very much . "
Aaliyah G.
Zahra A.
Brooklyn, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello there parents! Please read my bio careful
My Availability:
I am available after 4:30 p.m. during the weekday and I'm free on the weekends anytime.
Rate:
I charge $25/hr (additional $5 per child)
About Me:
I am a fun outgoing loving baby sitter! I am currently looking to babysit for a lovely family. I currently have a...
Zahra can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Sweet sweet girl who comes from a big family and has a love of children. I wish she lived closer so she could watch our daughter more often. "
Amalia R.
Aurelia O.
Brooklyn, NY
$27/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello parents and families!
I'm sadly coming to the end of my time as a full-time nanny for an amazing family, I'm looking to jump into the next adventure with the right fit. I dog-walk/sit as well occasionally, and am a cat mom myself, so if you have fur-babies that's also wonderful!!
About me:
I'm a former arts & science...
Aurelia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Aurelia was a great babysitter for my kids, I couldn't ask for anything more from a babysitter. She was easy to communicate with, very friendly and polite, punctual and took care of all of my kids' needs.
My 8 year old daughter had such a great and fun time with...
Elizabeth T.
5.0
(1)
I do care a lot about the elderly, because I know that one day I will be in their shoe and I am going to need someone to care for me too, my last job was taking care of a lady you have had a hip replacement, I have to help her get in and out of bed, give her a showers prepared her meals take her to doctor's visits, also to the...
Yvonne can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, hospice services, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Yvonne, took great care of our mom for about 10 years until her passing. She was there all the time. She was a companion as well as an aide. We trusted her with our mom, such a sacred responsibility."
Care member
Kateri B.
Brooklyn, NY
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.5
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Kateri. I have 10 years of experience in a nanny/at home setting and in professional childcare. I have been a preschool teacher for 5 years, and have had over 200 hours of training in childhood development. I have a Childhood Development Associate and CPR/First Aid. I also am trained in Safe Sleep ( for infants). I am...
Kateri can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Kateri was wonderful with my little ones! She kept them entertained, was funny, and really sweet. She was also well worth the price! I would recommend her to anyone and will definitely contact her for my sitting needs in the future!"
Becky M.
Elvanir F.
Ridgewood, NY
$23/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi there! My name is Elvanir but pls call me Vani, I'm 25 years old and I'm fluent in 2 languages (Portuguese and English). Currently, I am doing college and working for a family in Manhattan who have a 10 months old baby boy, before this family, I worked for a family in Brooklyn for 2 years their kid was 8 months old when I...
Elvanir can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I've had Vani take care of my 5yo for a couple of years now sometimes during the weekends when I need a bit of extra time for myself, and I can tell you that my little one LOVES her and to spend time with her. Vani is caring, responsible and listens and respects...
Bia C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a nanny, my experience of 6 years includes caring for children of various ages, from newborn- 6 years old. I am skilled in preparing meals, organizing activities, and creating a safe and nurturing environment for children to thrive in. I am also able to handle emergency situations calmly and effectively- in addition, I'm CPR...
Cristina can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We've had Cristina nannying for us for several months and would recommend her to anybody. She really does have extensive child care experience for somebody her age, and we feel that our child is in good hands when she is watching them. We really like how responsive...
Jessica W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Susan, 53 y/o & live in Brooklyn. I have multiple years of experience in caring of elderly as companion & or with concern of dementia & Alzheimer's.
I am reliable, honest, cheerful, caring, non smoker & respect patient concern & follow their individual preferences of care.
Capable in managing medication for proper...
Susan can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Susan is a compassionate and generous caregiver. We found her to be supremely responsible and very pleasant company. Susan is also super smart and very well qualified to provide care to others. We can recommend Susan without hesitation. Please don't hesitate to...
Marc L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I hold a Masters of Science in Speech & Language Pathology. In my clinical and life experience, I have worked with both neurotypical and neurodiverse children. My areas of expertise are in English and basic literacy skills. This includes but is not limited to: phonological awareness and decoding, reading comprehension, fluency,...
5.0
"My daughter was having problems with language and speech and Caitlin went above and beyond, not only helping her, but also giving my husband and I tools so we will also be able to help her on a regular basis. She's very patient and is wonderful with children, not...
Michelle S.
5.0
(2)
I love children & have years of experience babysitting, tutoring, & developing programs. Some experience w/ special needs, newborns & infants. Created & managed 4 years of pipeline programs for 37 to 83 kids in 3-12 grade for the events. Dreaming big, reading, good manners, curiosity, & play are what I encourage most!
Raised in...
Monique can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Monique was thoughtful and kind. She did her best to support my mom who was quite challenging. She was very responsible and had a positive attitude. She sought solutions to make a hard situation better."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 23-year-old who college graduate. I have been babysitting since high school and spent a summer nannying for a 6-month-old baby. I also have experience in early childhood education and tutoring. I strive to bring creativity, enrichment and happiness to all the children I care for and truly have a passion for caregiving....
Angela can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Angela nannied for our daughter beginning at 6 months old while my husband and I went back to work. She was reliable and dependable care for us and always provided our daughter with thoughtful attention. We would highly recommend her to other families looking for a...
Sara C.
Skylar R.
Brooklyn, NY
$18-22/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I'm a loving and very open child caregiver. I've been a caretaker for 8 years now. I started when I was old enough to watch myself. I always tend to cling to the younger ones because they have such imaginations and it's so interesting to watch a child grow up. I am good with homework help, anything in the house, meal prep, etc....
Skylar can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"I interviewed Skylar to help my active 5 year old with remote learning. I am a speech pathologist with an attached 1 year old, so I need the extra help for my eldest. She was punctual for our 'trial' play date to see how my son would respond to her. My son...
Megan R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love to clean! I have over 15 years experience and can provide references. I have a car and 'Im willing to travel. I am very flexible and can also take care of children. I am a happy and outgoing person and get along with people.
Josselin can also help with: General room cleaning, attic cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning & more
5.0
"Josselin and her family are the best."
Simone T.
Sabina D.
Brooklyn, NY
$18-26/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 24 years old, I am very clean-cut, bubbly, very responsible, and positive. I grew up with children all around me, of all ages. I am fully vaccinated and have years of experience with caring for infants, groups of children, and special needs toddlers. I am a recent graduate from The New School where I graduated top of my...
Sabina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"As other moms can relate, it is not easy to find a caregiver who you like and your child connects with. Sabina is the very first babysitter that I worked with via Care.com. She met and exceeded my expectations. Sabina came early meet us and put in effort to make my...
Remya T.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
To Whom It May Concern,
Hey there, My name is Emma! I originally moved to New York from the Midwest to pursue higher education in acting, but since then have also fallen in love with early childhood education and caregiving. I spend most of my free time sewing, painting, trying desperately to learn Spanish, and creating...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My kids really enjoyed having Emma sit for them. She read to them and payed attention to them and they appreciated that, and we did too. I am happy to recommend her!"
Jane W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Suzanne , a thoughtful, compassionate, energetic and punctual nanny with nearly 15 years of experience caring for Newborns, Infants, toddlers and their families in New York and New Jersey. Highly skilled in infant care and children activities to simulate physical , social, cognitive and emotional development. I...
Skills:
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Rockaway Park, NY
Marlana M.
5.0
I never thought in a million years that I would hire a stranger off a website to help with the most important thing in the world to me, but here we are.
Our daughter had an incredibly rocky start, and was in the NICU for 32 days. Ventilator, CPR, the works. We are not first time parents, but...
- Andea P.
Farhana C.
5.0
Farhana has been with us for over 12months and has become part of the family. She joined us when our daughter was 8months old and both my wife and I had returned to work. She always came with a smile and a lot of positive energy. She has been with our daughter through various developmental stages...
- Husnain I.
Elisabella M.
5.0
Bella is a lovely sitter. She was on time and followed the instructions I gave while taking care of my 23-month-old son and 9yr old daughter. I would use her again.
- Ayanna B.
Petra S.
5.0
Petra takes great pride and care in her work. She is a joy to be around and very trustworthy.
- Kelly L.
Joy P.
5.0
Joy was very good with the kids , they loved her very much she was very helpful always was prepared for any situation she was a very trustworthy person the family loved her very much .
- Aaliyah G.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Rockaway Park, NY:
How can I find a Rockaway Park babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Rockaway Park, 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 20 babysitters in Rockaway Park, 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 Rockaway Park, NY?
The average rate for Rockaway Park, NY babysitters on Care.com is $19.55 per hour as of June 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 Rockaway Park, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Rockaway Park, 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 Rockaway Park, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Rockaway Park, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.