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60 infant nannies are listed in West Islip, NY
The average rate is $22/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby infant nannies is 10 years
Infant nannies in West Islip, NY
Kacey T.
West Islip, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Come July I will be looking to join a new family! The family I am working for the youngest will be starting camp/school. I have been with them for 2 years. I have been a nanny for 10 years total one of those years being a live in nanny. Before nannying I worked at a hospital staff daycare in the infant room. I was also an...
Kacey can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kacey watched my 4 year old daughter and 1 year old son today. Neither of them wanted her to leave. In fact, my 1 year old gave her a hug before she left and didn't want to let go. That's a first! Based on our experience so far, I would absolutely recommend Kacey...
Karyn F.
I have 10 years of great experience with children at all ages. While babysitting and being a nanny I also worked at a day care and was a swim instructor for infants and toddlers. Pets are always a plus ! I am excellent with animals. I do not smoke. I have my own transportation, I know CPR, I can change diapers, feed, play, and...
Agatha S.
West Islip, NY
$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello ! I am a loving and experienced nanny for over 10 years. I am experienced with children from the ages of infant to 10 years old. I am responsible, dependable and trustworthy.. I am able to do light house keeping, transportation and meal prep if needed. I do not smoke and I have my own transportation. Please contact me if...
Agatha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am an experienced nanny for over 10 years. working with a family of Twins and had work with toddlers, infants as well. I also enjoy pets and pet sitting. I enjoy cooking and my favorite things to make is soups. I Love the outdoors, which I am very active. I like to hike ( nature walks) walking and bike riding. I am a big...
Denise can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Denise is very dependable and personable. We hired Denise to watch our two children at their cousin's house while we were at a wedding for 7 hours. Given that two out of the three children have special needs, Denise was the perfect choice with her knowledge of...
Kenneth S.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Caroline can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"I interviewed Caroline over the phone. she was lovely to talk to and seems very passionate about her work. She has a fantastic up beat personality that I'm sure any kids (and adults!) would love to be around!"
Marilena J.
Jamie L.
Deer Park, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun And Caring Person Who Loves Kids Available Starting September
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked for three families in the past 10 years. All kids were infants when I started taking care of them. I have great references. I have a 9-year-old daughter who I would need to bring with me when school is out. I have my own transportation and plenty of room for car seats. I like to do activities with the kids and...
Jamie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jamie cared for my two children from 8 weeks old. She's a caring and responsible mom who my children enjoyed spending time with. She always had safe reliable transportation and took my children to and from their school programs. My two girls will surely miss...
Allie S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Valentina can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"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 having her. I would recommend her a million times over!!"
Adriana C.
Leticia S.
Amityville, NY
$22-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
4.4
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello family, my name is Letícia, I'm 27 years old, I've been a nanny in the United States for a two years, I had an great experience with all the families I've worked with. I have experiences with newborn until 12 years old and twin.
Also in Brazil, my home country, I had experiences with children of different ages.
I am an...
5.0
"she's super sweet with the kids and completely responsible"
Mirian M.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years of experience in caring for over 50 children from infants-18 years old. I am very passionate calm, patient in caring for children as I have 3 of my own who are older now. I enjoy being around children, my main role as a nanny is to provide a safe, caring, nurturing and stimulating environment in which the...
Shakila can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Shakila was an awesome babysitter for our son and daughter this past year. She was always on time, completely reliable, and my kids loved her. The only reason Shakila isn’t still working with us this year is because of my work schedule changing. I would have loved...
Care member
4.5
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am currently working with a lovely family and looking for more hours. I am CPR Certified and in First Aid Training. I am caring, loving, and fun. I sing children's songs, I encourage reading and help kids be more independent. I love being with children of all ages. I have also cared for infants and twins, and multiple...
Pamela can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Pamela to care for our 3 children aged 9, 6 and 5. What stands out about her is that she really loves what she does! The children adore her, and she home preschools my youngest during the day, and helps with homework for all the kids and cooks in the...
Former Member A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am 34 years old. I am a very energetic, caring, patient and compassionate person. I have experience babysitting infants and toddlers as well as working with children and adolescents who have developmental delays, autism and behavioral difficulties. I worked for a special education school as a 1:1 aide and a teachers assistant...
Alyssa can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Alyssa babysat for me one evening. She was very kind and patient watching my daughter through the evening. Very communicative (as I'm always a worried mom). She has a nice demeanor about her and I would definitely re-hire her again."
Kristen D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Bruna, I'm looking for a nanny position. I have 10 years of experience of babysitting and nannying children of all ages.
I guide children with their school work, prepare meals throughout the day, get children ready for school, drop off and pick up from school, drive children to extracurricular activities.
I also...
Bruna can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"We loved Bruna! We'd hire here again anytime! She was amazing with our kids and so responsible!"
Leanne H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love taking care of kids, helping them learn and be creative. I am the youngest of three kids in my family so I really enjoy being around children since I was not around many growing up. I have over 13 years of experience as a babysitter, nanny, and lead infant teacher at a daycare. I am a hands on caregiver, I take kids to...
Alyssa can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"We worked with Alyssa from Sept 2021 to May 2022 and she was great with my girls. She has a calming presence, and she provided us with a great first nanny experience. She is an experienced child care provider and I was very comfortable leaving my children in her...
Sharmila V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've worked at a daycare center for about a year, where my job was to tend to the children. The children ranged from months to around 7 years old. Shortly there after, I was a nanny for a family for two years. The family had two children, 3 and 7. I worked for them for two years. Most recently I hope the family with infant twins...
Magali can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Magali was an early morning nanny for our three small children, including twins. She was very helpful and attentive, and always punctual."
Tracey C.
Patricia C.
Massapequa, NY
$20-49/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 20 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. and laundry and meal prep. I am an LPN although I don't practice anymore. There are some things you just don't forget. I prefer to start with an infant or toddler. I will take care of your like they were my own. I am patient, and creative. And very...
Patricia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Patty has worked for our family for 13 years, with both my husband and I commuting into the city every day. She is like a member of the family and has been a reliable caregiver for all of those years! She is great with kids and brings a positive, fun attitude to...
Kristen C.
Lisa R.
Brentwood, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Lisa, I am 50 years old with a 30-year-old daughter and a 2-year-old granddaughter I am proud and very much part of there lives.
I have been working in the health care field since 1984 I am highly organized, responsible with professional experience in medical and clinical settings in nursing homes and hospitals...
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lisa took care of my children when they were younger. She is extremely loving, caring and very compassionate. She never missed a day and was always punctual. She is truly an exceptional person who goes over and beyond her scope of duties. "
Zulma T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Ever since I was little I had a love for babies. There is no better feeling than having their parents call you saying my child is asking for you. They say, " Choose a Job You Love, and You Will Never Have To Work a Day in Your Life." This is what I love to do. I want to make a difference in a child's life. I graduated from Suny...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Samantha was great I highly recommend her!"
Megan O.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello parents, my name is Yahaira! I have a genuine passion for working with children that developed from caring for my 5 younger siblings. I have 4 years experience caring for infants. I'm a trained newborn care specialist (night nanny) as well as training as a postpartum doula. I know how important it is to find the perfect...
Yahaira can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hello, I'm Sierra, based in Long Island, New York, with a decade of experience working with children of all ages. For the past seven years, I've been with Tutor Time Daycare, focusing on infants 6 weeks to 18 months. My responsibilities include feeding, sleep training, lesson planning, milestone tracking, arts and crafts, and...
Sierra can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Debby. I have been a nanny for the past 6 years for children ages infant to 8 yrs old. I have a 13 yr old daughter and was an assistant to her Girl Scout group for 4 years. I would love to fill you in with more facts about me. Please reach out so we can talk further and see how I can help you.
As of October 2023 I...
Debra can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
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Recent infant nanny reviews from local parents in West Islip, NY
Kacey T.
5.0
Kacey was nothing short of amazing. My children loved her and so did my husband I. This was the first person we ever left our kids with and she made it so so easy! We will def use her again... anyone that uses her should be considered lucky!
- Lauren B.
Denise T.
5.0
Denise is very dependable and personable. We hired Denise to watch our two children at their cousin's house while we were at a wedding for 7 hours. Given that two out of the three children have special needs, Denise was the perfect choice with her knowledge of health and restrictive diets, and our...
- Kenneth S.
Caroline P.
5.0
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 floor with him playing all day, outside every day, teaching him songs, numbers, letters, days of the week. She also did his laundry/dishes/tidied...
- Care member
Jamie L.
5.0
Jamie cared for my two children from 8 weeks old. She's a caring and responsible mom who my children enjoyed spending time with. She always had safe reliable transportation and took my children to and from their school programs. My two girls will surely miss Jaime and her daughter this year with...
- Allie S.
Valentina B.
5.0
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 having her. I would recommend her a million times over!!
- Adriana C.
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FAQs for finding an infant nanny near you in West Islip, NY
How much does a nanny cost for an infant near me in West Islip, NY?
Infant nanny costs can vary greatly, but near you in West Islip, NY, the average hourly rate for an infant nanny is $22.67. This is just an average though, how much you need to spend on infant care will depend on where you live and if you want to hire an infant nanny during the day or overnight.
What types of responsibilities do infant nannies near me in West Islip, NY take on?
Nanny infant care can involve changing diapers, feeding the baby, and making sure all of their needs are met. The infant nanny responsibilities that your nanny takes on will depend on your family’s unique needs and what the nanny feels comfortable with. When searching for an infant nannies in West Islip, NY, prepare a list of responsibilities you’re hoping to get help with so you can ask potential nannies if they can provide the support you need.
How can I find a good infant nanny near me in West Islip, NY?
TNot sure how to find a good nanny for an infant? Look no further than Care.com, where you will find 3 infant nanny profiles near you in West Islip, NY that you can check out. You can also read 4 reviews from families who worked with those infant nannies in the past.
How do I interview a nanny for an infant near me in West Islip, NY?
Want to learn more about how to interview a nanny for an infant? When interviewing potential infant nannies near you in West Islip, NY, it can be helpful to write an infant nanny job description and to prepare a list of questions you have. For example, if in your job description you write that you need help with light housekeeping (like keeping the kitchen clean), you can add to your list of questions one about how comfortable they feel helping with housework.
Is it safe to hire an infant nanny near me in West Islip, NY?
We ask all Care.com infant nannies to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. For parents who want extra peace of mind, we strongly recommend doing your own research before you hire an infant nanny. Alongside running an independent background check, you can interview candidates and request references from other families they worked with in the past.