Care.com logo
Log inJoin now

Find Infant Babysitters in Poughkeepsie, NY

At Care.com, your trust and safety are our priority. Compare background-checked infant babysitters in Poughkeepsie, NY and hire the best fit for your family.

Get started

All caregivers with this badge are background checked.

Hero image

Babysitters Near You

IllustrationSmallChildCare image
Sandria L.'s Photo

Sandria L.

Poughkeepsie, NY

from
$20/hr
9 years experience
For nearly a decade, I've found immense joy in caring for children, from infants to pre-teens. My previous babysitting experiences solidified my desire to positively impact young lives and support families by offering dependable childcare. I am comfortable caring for one child at a time. I pride myself on being a patient and...
See profile
Abigail P.'s Photo

Poughkeepsie, NY

from
$22/hr
5 years experience
Nurturing young minds is my passion. With five years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers, I offer a safe and engaging environment where children can thrive. I am patient, creative, and friendly. I communicate openly with parents, following your preferred method to keep you informed about your...
See profile
Keyondrah M.'s Photo

Super Nanny

Poughkeepsie, NY

from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Subject: Experienced Newborn Care Specialist Available Hello, I came across your job posting and would love the opportunity to assist your family. My name is Keyondrah, and I am an experienced Newborn Care Specialist, Postpartum Doula, and Night Nanny with a strong background in overnight care for newborns. I understand how...
See profile
Aisling F.'s Photo

Poughkeepsie, NY

from
$18/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! I am the eldest of six cousins, ranging from a newborn to a 14-year-old, so I have a lot of experience with kids, especially babies and infants. I have been solo babysitting for about 9 years. I recently moved to Buffalo to finish my 4 year degree at UB, either in Sociology (to go into law) or accounting. I love doing...
See profile
Bethany M.'s Photo

Fun And Energetic Sitter

Poughkeepsie, NY

from
$25/hr
3 years experience
I have 3+ years working one-on-one with children through an online platform as an English instructor. Prior to that I had volunteered as a teacher's aid at elementary schools and had extensive experience as a baby sitter for ages 5-13.
See profile
Shelby S.'s Photo

Poughkeepsie, NY

from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having someone trustworthy watching their little ones. Baby sitter available.
See profile
Bertalina S.'s Photo

Full-time Caregiver Available

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello My name is Bertalina. You can call me Lina for short. I'm 34 years old. I graduated from Dutchess Community College with my associate's degree in liberal arts in 2013. I have 10 years of experience working with kids. I am CPR/FIRST AID certified, and I also have training in the Office of Fire Prevention and Control. I...

Angel A. says "Lina was very pleasant and gun ho to take on he task of our "5 below 5". She has a big inviting smile that the kids responded with ease to. I will surely...

See profile
Angelnya S.'s Photo

Poughkeepsie, NY

from
$18/hr
2 years experience
I'm a patient, caring, attentive, and dependable person. I truly enjoys spending time with kids and making sure they feel safe and supported. I always take the time to listen to their needs, engage in fun and age-appropriate activities, and create a warm and positive environment where they can thrive. Whether it's helping with...
See profile
Marisela H.'s Photo

Care

Poughkeepsie, NY

from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I have experience working taking care babies and older.
See profile
Trisha J.'s Photo

Poughkeepsie, NY

from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! I am 27 years old. I have worked with children since I was 16. I have had many jobs over the past 10 years working for private families, daycares and even at a school with kids ranging from newborns to 16-year-olds. I also babysit my niece and nephew all the time since they were babies. I am very experienced with kids and it...
See profile
Gilda C.'s Photo

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
Lifetime Experience! I have been taking care babies 4 months old to toddlers for the past 10 years. I'm loving every minute. I was born with the gift to love kids. I started sitting babies and toddlers in my teens. I love kids so much that I adopted 2 of my own. I'm a loving grandmother full of energy, excellent health, and lots...

Anne M. says "Gilda (who goes by her middle name!) was with our family for more than a year, watching our baby as he grew into a toddler. She helped him learn manners and...

See profile
Kristen K.'s Photo

Poughkeepsie, NY

from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My name is Kristen and I have over 15 years of child care experience. CPR and First Aid Certified as well as Medication Administration Trained. I have two boys and a baby girl. I have an Associates Degree in Human Services. I completed two internships; one at a preschool and the other one at an after school program for...
See profile
Alyssa R.'s Photo

20 Year Old Girl With 8 Years Experience Watching Both Babies And Special Needs Children

Poughkeepsie, NY

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! I am the oldest of three so naturally my siblings became like my own kids and I have helped care for them since birth. I have an autistic 13-year-old sister and a 7-year-old brother. Currently, I work full time as an educational assistant at a school for individuals on the Autism Spectrum. I have numerous years of...
See profile
Dena V.'s Photo

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I enjoy keeping children engaged in creative and educational activities. I believe that music fosters language and learning through song and dance. I enjoy making all the baby's and children's food fresh and I believe it keeps them open to trying different foods as they get older. They aren't afraid to try something new. Beware...

Brandi C. says "Dena is a joy! I've known her personally for more than 25 years. Trustworthy, safety conscious, kind and honest. Attentive, engaged, energetic, creative...

See profile
Rhiana L.'s Photo

Part Or Full-time Caregiver Available

Poughkeepsie, NY

from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I am the oldest of three children, and am very comfortable caring for children ranging from newborn to high school age. I have experience babysitting toddler age children.
See profile
Brigid M.'s Photo

Babysitter As Well As Dog Sitter Or Dog Walker

Poughkeepsie, NY

from
$16/hr
1 year experience
I've always been good with kids and been able to work with them. I have a lot of siblings so I am used to anything and everything. I love making children feel heard and safe when when I take care of them.
See profile
Kayleigh L.'s Photo

Fun Sitter And Crafter

Poughkeepsie, NY

from
$16/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have 2 years of experience working with a certified child care center. I love helping with crafts and homework!
See profile
Alice B.'s Photo

Experienced And Caring Babysitter With 7+ Years Experience

Poughkeepsie, NY

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a caring, compassionate person with a strong love for children. I have assisted in caring for newborn twin boys from age 1-6. I have cared for other toddlers and children as well. I have received special training, which includes First Aid and CPR certification. I have also tutored children who needed help with their reading...
See profile
Whitneyfer A.'s Photo

Creative Sitter

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
I've always been around children from working at daycare's and after school centers. The children were from the ages of 1-16. Many years of experience! I'm very artistic and creative. Experienced with children with special needs.

Katherine F. says "Whitneyfer did so well with my 2 year old. Reliable with transportation to take my daughter to the park and activities. Very artistic, lots of art...

See profile
Marilyn J.'s Photo

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I love working with children. I come from a large family. My mother ran a group family daycare from our house while I was in school, so I was always around children. I started babysitting when I was 14 and now, many, many years later, I have two children of my own. I have worked with newborns thru 16-year-olds as a caregiver,...

Michael R. says "Super sweet. The kids love her!"

See profile

Showing 1 - 20 of 77

  • 77 infant babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.70/hr as of October 2025

  • The average star rating for rated infant babysitters is 4.0

Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Poughkeepsie, NY

Infant Babysitters in Poughkeepsie, NY are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews of the 77 listed infant babysitters

Bertalina S.

Lina was very pleasant and gun ho to take on he task of our "5 below 5". She has a big inviting smile that the kids responded with ease to....

- Angel A.

Gilda C.

Gilda (who goes by her middle name!) was with our family for more than a year, watching our baby as he grew into a toddler. She helped him...

- Anne M.

Dena V.

Dena is a joy! I've known her personally for more than 25 years. Trustworthy, safety conscious, kind and honest. Attentive, engaged,...

- Brandi C.

FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Poughkeepsie, NY

If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in New York, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Poughkeepsie have rates starting at $20.70.

To find the right infant babysitter for you and your family, you can search through babysitting websites like Care.com to find the right fit. You can find 77 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.

There are 77 infant babysitters near you in Poughkeepsie, NY. To narrow down your choices, you’ll want to interview potential infant babysitters. When it comes time to interview different potential caretakers, you may want to have a list of questions to ask potential babysitters for infants. You may want to ask them what babysitter duties they’ll take on, what their past work experience is like, and if they have any references you can speak to. The right questions to ask when interviewing a babysitter for an infant are the questions that matter to you.

Infant Babysitter Articles

Additional Infant Babysitter Services