Find Trusted Child Care Providers Near Me in Ithaca, NY
We have 120 child care providers in Ithaca, NY! Compare and hire the best child care to fit your needs.
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Daniela D. says "Amber is absolutely wonderful! Kind, caring, communicative, trustworthy and overall very competent. Our infant took to her immediately, and we feel so...
Sierra D. says "Lisa is very unique. She is kind, warm, attentive, silly, playful, kooky, wise - and above all - wonderful with infants and kids! She worked closely with...
Care Member says "My family and I are new to town. We were looking for someone to clean the house and found Dariana on Care.com. Dariana has come to clean a couple times...
Thomas D. says "Colleen cared for our kids from December 2018-March 2020 when COVID hit. She is an amazing babysitter. She is always on time and always arrived at our...
Care Member says "My son loved Willow! He even asked for her when he woke up in the morning. "
Reva L. says "Hiring Jessika to care for my son was great. She is a very good communicator. She sent me pictures and videos throughout the day. She also told me the times...
Ginger C. says "Natalie is an amazing young woman who will be an asset to any team or organization. She has a fantastic attitude and is willing to switch gears from one...
Andrea M. says "Colleen is great! She watched my 6 month old son weekly and picked up my daughter from school when needed. Kept a great schedule for both of them and was...
Upbeat Creative Nanny & Teacher & Tutor With Almost 20 Years Of Experience!
Ithaca, NY
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Alexis L. says "Nicole was the best! She was our first hired babysitter through Care.com and she made the whole process really easy. Right from the get go she was...
Selena T. says "Madison watched my dogs for a few days. One of them is recovering from surgery so needed additional attention. The dogs seemed well cared for and she was...
Jennifer H. says "Chloe was very attentive and enthusiastic with my 2.5 year old daughter. My daughter enjoyed her company and I felt she was in good hands."
Care Member says "Cara was great with our three boys! They loved her and want her to come back. "
Kayla C. says "Lilly is a great addition to any family. Kind, caring, and extremely dependable. Great with kids and pets. Will go above and beyond for any position hired....
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Elizabeth O. says "Chloe was so great with my 5 year old daughter - my daughter had a great time playing and picking flowers with Chloe. I would absolutely hire her...
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Philippa J. says "Kim has been a wonderful nanny for our 1 year old son. She is dependable, patient and kind. She is very focused on him and his needs and has been a...
Child care centers in Ithaca, NY
Ithaca Montessori School
12 Ascot Place Ithaca, NY
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- $830/mo
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120 child care providers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $21.18/hr as of December 2025
The average star rating for rated child care providers is 5.0
Recent child care reviews from local parents in Ithaca, NY
Child Care Providers in Ithaca, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 53 reviews of the 120 listed child care providers
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FAQs for finding child care near you in Ithaca, NY
How much is child care near me in Ithaca, NY?
Hiring someone on Care.com to provide child care services will cost an average of $21.18 per hour as of December 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.
How can I find child care near me in Ithaca, NY?
Care.com currently has 105 child care providers near you in Ithaca, NY. You can search for caregivers by their distance from Ithaca, 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 Ithaca, NY that have worked with the child care providers you're interested in.
What interview questions should I ask a Ithaca, NY child care provider?
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 Ithaca, 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 Ithaca, NY and if they are certified in first aid and CPR.
What type of child care services are available near me in Ithaca, NY in December, 2025?
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.
