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Kathleen H.

Full-Time Caregiver Available

Shirley, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am an experienced child care provider and member of child care council. I have cared for, educated, and nurtured children ranging from 6 months to 13 years. I provided a loving stable, safe environment where the children were treated as family, and trusted respectful relationships were developed with parents. I have experience...

Care Member says "It’s a pleasure to recommend Kathy, who has been a wonderful caregiver for my child over the past year. From the beginning, she created a warm and...

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Fun Sitter

Shirley, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hi my name is Iris, I love to take care of kids. I like playing board games and engaging kids in new activities. I currently work part time ( I babysit 3 kids) and I am looking for a few more hours during the morning so I think I am a good fit for this position. I am very patient and responsible. I like to be on time everyday. I...

Robert B. says "Iris is very good with kids. My kids really like her."

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Full Time Care Giver and Housekeeper

Shirley, NY

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 26 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
I have 2 adult children. I also babysat in the past. I have previous experience with a cleaning company . I am dependable hard worker..... on time and trustworthy. Dog lover .

Vita Z. says "Michele was very compassionate and available in our time of need."

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Aprillina S.'s Photo

Shirley, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Aprillina. I'm a single mom to a sweet 6 years old boy. I have always loved babies & kids ever since I was young. I've worked at a few summer camps for several years, to now babysitting and nannying different kids ranging from 0-12. I'm empathetic, friendly, creative, patient and kids are naturally drawn to me....

Nataliya A. says "She is very smart and friendly! "

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Part-Time Experienced Babysitter

Shirley, NY

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I ve been around/ watching kids since I could remember! It started when I would help take care of my littler sister when she was born and continued with family friends/ cousins. I ve always been great with kids! Everything from breakfast to bath time I ve got it covered! I am currently in school to become an early childhood...
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Professional Care-Giver With Heart

Shirley, NY

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 15 families in your area
Swimming supervision
Hello, my name is Amanda and I have been caring for children for as long as I can remember. I grew up in a large loving family surrounded by wonderful children. I love children and growing up with a mother that ran her own daycare opened up my eyes and heart to the world of child care. I have been a babysitter since the age of...
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Sara S.'s Photo

Shirley, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi! My name is Sara, and I bring over 10 years of paid experience in childcare, along with a strong educational background in early childhood education. I studied early childhood education in college, which gave me a deep understanding of child development, learning through play, and creating safe, nurturing environments for...
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Taylor L.'s Photo

Shirley, NY

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$30/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Taylor L. I have been babysitting for 9+ years. I have experience with special needs and newborns. I have my Masters in education as well as my NYS teaching certifications. I am a fun, loving and compassionate babysitter/nanny. I am a teacher during the school year. I look forward to hearing from you and...
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Sophia G.'s Photo

Shirley, NY

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have a brother on the Autism spectrum and always watch over him and sometimes his friends as well. I have been babysitting for 3 years ages, 6 months-11 years old. I love spending time with little kids as I have a big family with lots of little cousins.
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Christine K.'s Photo

Shirley, NY

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hello, My name is Christine and thank you for looking at my profile. I am currently looking for a part time babysitting or nanny job. I have my Bachelor's degree in Child Study as well as a Master's Degree in Early Childhood. I also have experience working with children who are autistic and have special needs. I have a very...
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College Educated Part-time Caregiver Available

Shirley, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! I've been babysitting on and off since 2010, caring for children of all ages, including private families and my own nephews-with over 14 years of experience in part-time childcare. I'm currently finishing my masters degree in Human Resource Management and taking my final class this summer. I'll be available for part-time...
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Megan S.'s Photo

Shirley, NY

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$30/hr
2 years experience
I've been working in childcare for 2 years now. I'm very excited to start this new journey and meet new families and their little ones! I'd describe my personality as fun, energetic, caring and loving I like working with kids because spending time with kids is a blast because they come up with the most imaginative ideas....
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A Companion You Could Never Forget.

Shirley, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as attentive, kind, reliable and honest. I'm looking for a job that has opportunities for growth. I have cared for children all my life being that I am the eldest child with 4 younger siblings. I have been doing nanying since I was 13 years old. I started to work in a professional setting with...
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Ana Carvalho. 20 Years

Shirley, NY

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$21/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as friendly, compassionate and reliable. I like working with kids because they bring the best out of me as a human being with the pure love and kindness. In my spare time, I like to read, go to beach, watch the sunset and see my close friends!
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Kathy C.'s Photo

Shirley, NY

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$23/hr
5 years experience
I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a passion for fostering a safe and enriching environment for children. With five years of childcare experience, I have a deep understanding of the physical and emotional needs of kids at various age groups, ranging from newborns to preteens. My patient and calm nature...
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Shirley, NY

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I'm a nurturing childcare provider with a passion for helping children grow and learn. With over a decade of experience, I've had the privilege of caring for children of all ages. My patient and creative personality creates a fun and engaging environment where children thrive. I pride myself on building strong relationships with...
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Blayne L., A Fun Sitter Who Love To Be Around Kids!

Shirley, NY

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$23/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hi there! I see that you are looking for someone to care for your child/children and I think I could possibly be the perfect fit! My name is Blayne, I'm 26 years old, have a Bachelors in Business Administration and Masters in Elementary Education. I am currently looking for a Monday-Friday gig with around 40 hours/week. I have...
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Catherine C.'s Photo

Shirley, NY

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$17/hr
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I was a counselor at an overnight girl's camp, living in the dormitory with girls aged 7-11 for 5 summers, and then an assistant director at the same camp for 3 years after that. I also have babysat for several families with children aged 1-13, entertaining, feeding, bathing, putting to bed, and enforcing rules.
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Caregiver Available

Shirley, NY

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello!! My name is Candice and I am a mother of three girls and I'm offering childcare within my Shirley home. I currently work the school calendar in a local elementary school here in the William Floyd School District. I have worked with children since 2002. I was an educational director at a local preschool for two years, a...

Amy F. says "Candice takes care of my youngest daughter, who is three, once a week. She provides an active, involved, caring and safe environment. When you meet Candice,...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.42/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Shirley, NY

Babysitters in Shirley, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Kathleen H.

It’s a pleasure to recommend Kathy, who has been a wonderful caregiver for my child over the past year. From the beginning, she created a...

- Care member

Iris M.

Iris is very good with kids. My kids really like her.

- Robert B.

Michele T.

Michele was very compassionate and available in our time of need.

- Vita Z.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Shirley, NY:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Shirley, 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 26 babysitters in Shirley, 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.

The average rate for Shirley, NY babysitters on Care.com is $22.42 per hour as of June 2025. 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Shirley, NY through Care.com. As of 2025, 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.

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