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Tracy L.

East Rockaway, NY

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
I have 15+ years of experience taking care of young children from the age of infant to young adult , both boys and girls. I provide a fun, yet structured atmosphere of child care in accordance with the requirement and expectations provided by the parents. I am very active , enjoy doing outdoor activities with the children and I...

Emily P. says "Tracy has been the most amazing nanny to our little boy since he was 7 months old! He just adores Tracy and they have so much fun together. She...

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Isabella C.

I'm Here To Make Everyone Happy :)

Valley Stream, NY

4.8(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Isabella, As the oldest of four siblings, I've been caring for children from a young age, and my eight years working in my mother's daycares gave me hands-on experience with kids aged 12 weeks to 12 years. I specialize in infants and have worked with twins, so I'm confident managing multiple children and handling even...

Jill Z. says "Isabella is responsible, dependable, and was so great with our then 4 month old. She babysat for us when she was home over winter break and moved...

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Shanthi T.

Full-Time Babysitter

Bellerose, NY

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a well educated, citizen, responsible and good care provider. I have over 9 years of experience of babysitting from infants to toddlers. So for, I worked with 7 families. I can do pick ups and drop offs children from school. I can help with their homework, read to/with them, and play with them. Light housekeeping and...

Pressy T. says "Very responsible, reliable and great help around the house as well."

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Caroline P.

Full-Time Nanny

Lindenhurst, NY

4.8(1)
from
$20/hr
17 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
My name is Caroline P. I live with my husband and two children. I have been working with infants and children for over 20 years. It has always been a pleasure to care for kids. They need someone who is loving, caring and trustworthy, which I am. I enjoy reading story and nursery rhymes, building with blocks, teaching different...

Care Member says "Caroline was the most wonderful nanny for our son (19 months to 30 months during her time with us) and we whole heartedly recommend her. She was on the...

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Maria H.

Patient And Extremely Experienced With Children

Long Beach, NY

4.7(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
GREAT REFERENCES EXTENSIVE EXPERIENCE CPR AED BLS CERTIFICATION I have over 10 years experience. I have extensive experience with infants, toddlers, preschooler and preteens. My services will include: In-Home or Your home Childcare from a provider who is patient, loving and skilled. Excellent driving record and have a safe...

Sue K. says "I am so grateful that Maria was able to help me out on such short notice, My regular babysitter had a medical emergency and I had and important meeting to...

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Francisca G.

Freeport, NY

5.0(1)
from
$1/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello Families, I am RN in my country , but here I am working as Professional Nanny/Babysitter, I have strong skill with Newborn, infant and toddler but also all ages. looking for full time job (long hours) Available on weekend for part time too. Excellent references available. I live in Freeport, LI

Care Member says "Francisca has been wonderful! She is a baby whisperer who captured my 3-month old’s heart (and mine). She always offers to help with whatever we need,...

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Francoise S.

Nanny/Babysitter

Elmont, NY

4.7(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
Responsible Mom and Professional caregiver with over 15 years of experience supporting families and nurturing developing children of various ages. A detail-oriented person who manages children on the timetables instructed by parents. Enjoys working with children and committed to promoting children s physical, mental and...

Meredith R. says "Fran took care of our daughter from when she was 6 months to 20 months. Fran became part of our family. She was great with our daughter, trustworthy,...

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Linda S.

Grandma Willing To Take Great Care Of Your Children

Westbury, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
My name is Linda and I am writing to introduce myself as a driven and compassionate Nanny who has exceptional communication and childcare skills. As a mother of 2 grown adults with 5 granddaughters (ages that range from 12 years to 6 months as well as twin great nephews who are now 4 years old ) owe to my extensive childcare...

Katherine M. says "Linda was wonderful! She was nice, interacted well with our boys, and definitely knew what she was doing! When we left for the evening, we had no...

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Marleny P.

Cedarhurst, NY

3.7(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
Energetic devoted with 10years experience in childcare. Provide affectionate care while making sure to meet educational goals for each child. Practice the most accurate guidelines that promote positive behavior patterns. punctual, prompt, very reliable, and safety conscious. experience with infants and toddlers and understands...

Care Member says "Marleny has worked with our family for 7 years. She has a lifetime of experience with taking care of young children. Marleny is especially good with...

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Alyssa Noelle L.

Fun Reliable And Patient Person Who Provides First Class Care

Elmont, NY

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! My Name is Alyssa, I'm from Long Island, NY. I would describe myself as a kind, respectful, loving, caring, patient, compassionate, and responsible caregiver. I have 13 years of experience caring for children. My childcare experience expands across all age groups from infants, toddlers and teenagers. I find joy and being a...

Care Member says "If you’re looking for a nanny Alyssa is the one to choose! she was so great with my kids and very corresponding as well as gentle and caring , my kids...

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Reena K.

Westbury, NY

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
Reena from Westbury. NY Hi! I am a mom who raised two 20-year-old boys who are in reputed colleges. I'm very reliable, patient, and creative person who has many years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. Your children will receive supporting care, and I'm willing to do tasks related to the benefit of the...

Stephanie D. says "Reena cared for my father after a major surgery like he was her own father, I cannot recommend her enough. She would go above and beyond the call of...

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Wendy P.

Long Beach, NY

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
My name is Wendy. I'm 41. I have 23 years experience working as a infant nanny. I have my TDAP shot. I'm CPR certified. I've also worked as a teachers assistant in a nursery school for 11 years. I love interacting with children. Outdoor sports, walks, arts and crafts, games etc. I love all animals. I'm looking forward to meeting...

Jessica J. says "Updating my review to reflect that Wendy no longer works for our family. Wendy was our full time nanny for most of the school year when my son was...

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Carmen R.

PART TIME WORK

Hempstead, NY

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I'm an experienced childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn and grow. My 20 years of experience have equipped me to care for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. My educational background in early childhood development and ECE coursework, combined with my First Aid Training and CPR Training,...

Care Member says "Carmen was wonderful. She worked with my 4 year old and 10 month old and managed them both very well. Would highly recommend her! "

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Raquel B.

Full Time Worker Available

Hempstead, NY

4.2(1)
from
$30/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 15 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
My name is Raquel. I have 13 years of experience with working with kids. I care for children as if they were my own. I love working with children and taking care of them. I have experience sleep training newborns. Taking care of babies first day born. Experience with newborn twins babies. I have experienced being an Infant...

Care Member says "Raquel was great with my 5-month-old baby, very responsive and willing to go the extra mile to help us out in a challenging situation (babysitting in a...

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Lisa F.

Full Time Nanny

Oceanside, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi, my name is Lisa. I Have two grown sons ages 27 and 31. I have 25 years experience working with children ages newborn through -12 and have worked with special needs children/ teens as well . Children and animals have always been my passion so no worries if you do have pets as I love them. I am a very loving , caring ,...

Kylie L. says "Lisa is absolutely AMAZING! I loved having her watch my son. She is kind, energetic, and very attentive to your child and their needs. She showed up early...

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Carol K.

Loving Babysitter

Franklin Square, NY

3.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
In search of a part-time child care provider position. I am available 3-4 days a week (Weekdays). I currently reside in Franklin Square and have my own means of transportation. I am an energetic, young at heart, patient, retired grandmother. I will do light housework and will be flexible with hours if need be. I am very...

Wendy L. says "Carol applied for our position and we decided on a date for an interview; then she made excuses to not show up without stating why she changed her mind...

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Marleny R.

Valley Stream, NY

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
Hi, I have been a babysitter for more than 13 years. I have experience with infants and toddlers. I am a mature, responsible, kind, honest, sweet, dedicated, funny and punctual babysitter. The most important thing for me is that the children be happy and safe with me all the time. Please contact me if you are...

Lauren S. says "We hired Marleny to care for our 15 month old son. She was with us for over a month (our childcare situation changed otherwise I would have asked her to...

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Nancy M.

Fun Sitter Great Experience!!!

Hicksville, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Many babysitting experiences with family I have been sitting for about 4 years now. I've worked with different families as well as my own I've also worked retail at justice where I would interact with kids all the time as well . I love pets and am very precautious I've had experience with all ages from infants to elementary I...

Alison T. says "She's very responsible Nancy babysat my children last year until I became A stay at home mom. The kids loved her She's A trustworthy babysitter and was...

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Samantha B.

Elmont, NY

4.5(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
I'm confident, energetic, and fun. I do think kids are kids, but it's up to adults to teach them to respect others, nature, and the world around them. My passion is watching and teaching kiddos about this fantastic world around us. I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 6 years of experience...

Scott N. says "Great sitter, kids like her a lot"

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Valentina B.

Expierienced Nanny Looking For Full-time Job

Lindenhurst, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Valentina and I am 26 years old. I have been working on and off as a nanny for around 6 years. I have my own transportation, and do not smoke. I have cared for infants, toddlers, pre-teens and multiple children at a time alongside my mother while she looked after them in our home, (she is a nanny as well). I love...

Adriana C. says "I can't say enough about Valentina! My kids love her. She is patient, loving, caring, and dependable. She has been such a joy for our family and we loved...

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  • 60 infants child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.87/hr as of June 2025

Recent infant child care reviews from local parents in Merrick, NY

Infants Child Care in Merrick, NY are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed infants child care

Tracy L.

Tracy has been the most amazing nanny to our little boy since he was 7 months old! He just adores Tracy and they have so much fun together....

- Emily P.

Isabella C.

Isabella is responsible, dependable, and was so great with our then 4 month old. She babysat for us when she was home over winter break and...

- Jill Z.

Shanthi T.

Very responsible, reliable and great help around the house as well.

- Pressy T.

FAQs for finding infant child care near you in Merrick, NY

If you’re wondering what child care for infants near me costs, you can use Care.com to gain some clarity. You can search through infant child care provider profiles near you in Merrick, NY to see what each provider in your area charges. On average the hourly rate for infant child care in Merrick, NY, is $21.87.

You can find full time or part time infant child care near you in Merrick, NY by using Care.com to review the profiles of local caregivers. You can check out what a variety of infant child care providers charge, what types of infant child care services they offer, and can learn more about their experience. You can even read reviews from other families they worked with

The infant child care services available near you in Merrick, NY can vary, but generally involves caretaking, light housework, cooking or food prep, and sleep training. You can interview different infant child care providers to learn more about what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on.

To safely hire an infant child care provider near you in Merrick, NY, we strongly recommend you run an independent background check, interview a variety of candidates, and request references from other families they worked with in the past. We also request that every caregiver on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and you can see which infant child care providers completed this by looking for the badge on their profile.

When interviewing an infant child care provider near you in Merrick, NY, you can ask them any questions that will help you get an idea if they’re the right fit for your family. You can ask them about past work experiences, how they handle certain conflicts that may arise, and you can even introduce them to your child to see if they connect well.

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