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Paige C.

Fun, Active And Experienced Child Care Provide As Well As A Registered Nurse

Albany, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I have been providing child care for the past 10 years and have only grown to love it more and more. I enjoy interacting with children of all ages and have been lucky enough to build strong relationships with all families I have worked with, becoming life long friends. I have worked directly with newborns- 13 years. I am...

Stacie S. says "Paige is a terrific sitter! We were so fortunate to find her. She watched our 2 year old and 7 month old for a couple nights while visiting St. Augustine....

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Margarita P.

Child Care

Albany, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
Creative and energetic professional Caregiver to offering diverse activity plans and experiential learning opportunities to enhance individual development. Friendly, supportive and motivated with a strong desire to promote a child's potential. With over 16 years of experience on the child care field. I'm very flexible and...

Emil G. says "Margarita took care of my son 12/2020 to 11/2022 and did an amazing job! Our son loved his time with her. She is so caring and thoughtful, and my wife and...

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Bonnie R.

Care Giver Available Day Hours Or Some Weekends For The Summer.

Albany, NY

4.9(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
My first job growing up was sitting! I was certified in First Aid and CPR for many years while working at a Family Shelter as Program Director' I have reliable transportation and no points on my Driver license that I have had for over 38years. I can provide proof of my clean driving record. I love taking care of kids, elderly...

Ashley K. says "Bonnie nannied for our daughter from ages ~1.5-3. She was responsive, considerate, timely, communicative, and genuinely loved our daughter. She was...

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Trezelle M.

Mom & Experienced Nanny; Convenient Drop-Off Care: Daytime, Overnights, & Date Nights.

Albany, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hey Fellow Parent! Trezelle here, a local mom and entrepreneur with 10+ years of childcare experience. I offer customized, inclusive childcare specifically in Albany, NY, including unconventional hours. While my experience spans caring for newborns to teenagers across Albany, NYC, NJ, CT, and HI, I specialize in nurturing...

Tamara G. says "She is very caring and loving she makes your life a lot easier when she's around, she's a great help She's a entertainer she's a great chef I just love...

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Megan D.

Patient, Caring, Responsible And Fun Sitter!

Albany, NY

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I have worked at a daycare with children ages 0-12 for two years, volunteered for two years prior to that and observed children as part of college level childcare and development courses. I have basic CPR training and I have experience babysitting toddlers personally and at a daycare taking care of up to 10 children at a time. I...

Andrew S. says "Megan came at short notice and was very punctual, polite and easy going. The kids were comfortable with her and we felt reassured that she was home with...

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Dameya C.

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Albany, NY

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I do really love taking care of children/child and making memories with. I truly would appreciate if you choose me to watch your kid or kids. I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having...

Care Member says "We have great experiences with Dameya in the care of my children. Ages 6-1 year old. She is very attentive , punctual, and considerate. She follows all...

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Danielle C.

Mommy & Teacher Available

Albany, NY

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! I am a Special Education Teacher, with a Master's Degree in Education and about 8 years of experience with kids of all ages and abilities. While I loved working with students, most of my passion for caring for and learning with children has come from my time as mom and in-home childcare provider for the past 4 years. My...

Skye A. says "While the timing didn't work out for our family, we were very impressed with Danielle and her approach to childcare. I think any family would be lucky to...

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Candida R.

Seasoned Nanny And Fierce Advocate

Albany, NY

4.7(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Welcome, My preferred name is Andrew. I'm a seasoned childcare provider with 12 years of experience in Nannying, early Intervention, tutoring, teaching assistance, and child/family advocacy. I enjoy working with babies and young adults regardless of age. I don't believe in bad kids all children tend to have loving hearts. Some...

Care Member says "Andi is a professional, caring, and creative caregiver. They were our child’s nanny for over a year and we had a great experience! Andi took the lead on...

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Teresa K.

Full Time And Part Time Caregiver Available

Albany, NY

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
Full Time And Part Time Caregiver Available

Praveen Y. says "Tell us about your experience with Teresa K."

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Cynthia T.

Over 20 Years Experience As A Mother. 23 Years Of Experience Working With Differently Abled

Albany, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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Care Member says "This was my first time using a sitter for my baby. Upon our first meeting she was comforting which was needed being the first time being away from J for...

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Gabriella O.

Part Time Babysitter

Albany, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am Orange County native who has a diverse background in babysitting and tutoring. I provide child care services from the occasional weekend babysitting to nannying for families. I am available after school on weekdays and most weekends. I am comfortable with pets and provide a young and enthusiastic energy in every household.

Andrea R. says "Gabi is bright, responsible and relates well with children. I have 4 children with 4 different personalities and she managed them wonderfully. My...

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Janay R.

The Fun & Responsible Second Mom !

Albany, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello guys ! My name is Janay and I consider taking care of children as a lifestyle rather than a job because I love them so much. I have 8 years of experience inside and outside of family , including special needs children. I am currently enrolled in school to become a teacher , as I study early childhood education and child...

Eric A. says "Loves kids with a passion. Very respectful and reliable."

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Shannon S.

Smile Creator

Albany, NY

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Shannon I graduated from the University at Albany with my bachelors degree in sociology and a double minor in psychology and social welfare! I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old and spent all four years of college working as both a toddler teacher and preschool teacher in a daycare center! I also have...

Linda M. says "We reached out to Shannon to help us care for our son with many food allergies. Shannon arrived promptly. She put us at ease, kept him entertained, upon...

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Jazmine G.

Fun Interactive Babysitter And Nanny With A Purpose In Childcare.

Albany, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello. I'm Jazmine but you can call me Jazz! Nurturing and engaging are key aspects of my approach as a nanny and babysitter. I have five years of experience ranging from a youth development professional to a former toddler teacher assistant. I aim to create a loving and interactive dynamic environment by planning...

Care Member says "Jazmine provided exceptional care for my twin boys before they went into elementary school. I am a single parent so I was really looking for someone I...

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Paige W.

Babysitter!

Albany, NY

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
Hi, I'm Paige! I am available for weeknight and weekend care only since I work full-time. I am a graduate of Ithaca College where I studied Theatre with an Education minor. I currently work at a law firm as a Legal Assistant and will be starting law school this fall. I also work as a choreographer for children's musicals at A...

Leah V. says "Paige has watched our daughter full-time in a nanny share for approximately 8 months. When Paige first starting working with us our daughter was 12 months...

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Child care centers in Albany, NY

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Kiddie Academy of Albany

13 COLUMBIA CIR ALBANY, NY

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early...
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HK

90 State St Albany, NY

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
Harmony Kids provide a nurturing and supportive environment for your children. Children learn through developmentally appropriate activities and feel confident in taking on new challenges. Our loving and enthusiastic staff brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to our program. They are dedicated to enriching the lives of...
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The Albany Academies

135 Academy Road Albany, NY

It's never too early for a great education and there is no better place to start than at The Albany Academies! The Preschool Program welcomes boys and girls into a creative, nurturing and enriching environment with enthusiastic and passionate teachers. The Albany Academies have a long-standing tradition of sparking a love for...
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St. Matthew School

75 Whitehall Rd Albany, NY

5.0(1)
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
+ 1 more
St. Matthew School and Child Care provides Full and Part-Time Programs for Toddlers 18 months-3 years old, 3 year old PreSchool, and UPK in a non-profit private school environment. We also provide After-School and Summer Programs for children 18 months-12 years old. St. Matthew School is certified by the NYS Dept. of Education,...

Sarah B. says "My daughter has been there for a year now and she absolutely loves it! The teachers are extremely friendly and informing. I've seen her learning grow...

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Infinite Care

43 QUAIL ST ALBANY, NY

State license verified

With our curriculum that we have developed in house we construct experiences that foster the social, emotional, cognitive and language development of each child creating life long learners. Operating as a licensed child care center for over 15 years we've really built a strong foundation. Trust us to help your child "learn...
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  • 298 child care providers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.35/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated child care providers is 4.7

Recent child care reviews from local parents in Albany, NY

Child Care Providers in Albany, NY are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 100 reviews of the 298 listed child care providers

Paige C.

Paige is a terrific sitter! We were so fortunate to find her. She watched our 2 year old and 7 month old for a couple nights while visiting...

- Stacie S.

Margarita P.

Margarita took care of my son 12/2020 to 11/2022 and did an amazing job! Our son loved his time with her. She is so caring and thoughtful,...

- Emil G.

Bonnie R.

Bonnie nannied for our daughter from ages ~1.5-3. She was responsive, considerate, timely, communicative, and genuinely loved our daughter....

- Ashley K.

FAQs for finding child care near you in Albany, NY

Hiring someone on Care.com to provide child care services will cost an average of $19.35 per hour as of June 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each child care provider has, how many kids you will need them to watch, the age of your children, and whether you need part-time or full-time child care.

Care.com currently has 259 child care providers near you in Albany, NY. You can search for caregivers by their distance from Albany, NY and by hourly pay rate. Then you can compare their experience, specific services they offer and what age groups of kids they specialize in caring for. You can also read reviews from other families in Albany, NY that have worked with the child care providers you're interested in.

You want to find a child care provider that will get along with your kids, but also follows many of the same parenting ideas you have. Structure your questions around how your kids behave in certain situations and what the provider thinks is the best action to take. And because there are plenty of activities to do in Albany, NY, you should ask questions about the fun things each child care provider would do to keep your kids happy and entertained. Finally, ask each provider about their past child care experience, references from other families in Albany, NY and if they are certified in first aid and CPR.

Different child care providers are willing to offer support in different ways. For example, some can provide after-school transportation and others can help with light housework and cleaning. The first step to finding the right type of child care is to outline what you'd like from a candidate before starting your child care search. Think about how much you are willing to pay, the level of experience you wish them to have, if you want them to have any first-aid certifications, and if you need them to handle additional duties beyond taking care of your kids. After this is completed, create an account on Care.com and answer a few questions to find child care providers near you that match your needs. You can then either post a job that can be seen by our extensive pool of caretakers, or search for child care providers on Care.com based on years of experience, hourly rate, availability, distance from your area, etc. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request additional background checks, and hire the child care provider that best meets the needs of your family.

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