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I have 10 years of child care experience. In my early 20s I worked in day care centers taking care of children ages 2-10 years. Outside of day care centers, I also have experience babysitting several neighborhood children in my area. For that past 6 years I've worked in Child Protection with children and families. I am looking...
Tatyana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
5.0
(7)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Khalea and I am an experienced infant through teen-aged sitter, based in the Upper West Side of Manhattan. I am available both weekdays & weekends, and am a reliable choice for last minute bookings.
More to note is that I am very comfortable with pets, and light cooking, am a non-smoker, and have 3 years of...
Khalea can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
5.0
"Khalea was a fantastic sitter for my 18 month old son. She sat for us several times while we were in nyc and arrived early every time. She just had a lovely energy that my son responded very well too. Would highly recommend Khalea. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
My schedule is very open and flexible right now! I am open to a long term nannying position as well as one off date night babysitting. I have been babysitting for over 9 years. Children ages 2-13. I have a valid drivers license and a clean driving record. I work part time teaching kids English online and I have been a camp...
Natalie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Juana P.
Port Washington, NY
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as flexible, and understanding. I like working with kids because they're fun, easy going and super cute, I started working with children when I was 21 years old with my own family and friends. I had my son at the age of 23, Now I'm 33 years old and my son is 10 ( best years of my life ). With the time...
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Juana has been working with us for several months. She is extremely responsible in caring for both our 1 1/2 year old and 5 year. She is active, attentive, caring and patient. We cannot recommend her highly enough! "
Amanda Z.
Janelle R.
Bronx, NY
$18-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi I'm janelle! I've been babysitting for about 8 years I'm currently 20 so around 12 I started professionally babysitting. unofficially I started babysitting around 10 because I have 5 siblings, 4 younger than me, so I would take them to school in the mornings with me since the walk was only 9 minutes. I'd walk home with them...
Janelle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"me and my partner were looking for a caregiver for a while and janelle actually reached out to us twice she was very passionate about helping us which we loved deeply "
Care member
Estephanie G.
New Rochelle, NY
$17-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello my name is Estephanie and im a sophmore in college. I loveeee kids so much. Throughout the years I have taken care of my family's children and close friends. Im super outgoing, I love walks, I love adventures, and beig creative. I am also an animal lover and would take care if both child, and oet as my own. Im free when...
Estephanie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Denisse V.
Bronx, NY
$10-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hey there !!!! I love caring and interacting with children of all ages. I am currently working as an administrative assistant at Weill Cornell Medicine with hopes of pursuing nursing in the near future. I have several years of experience as a baby-sitter/nanny. I am available for date nights which include weekdays (Mon-Fri)...
Denisse can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi
I'm married but unfortunately have no children. I love kids, I am patient and fun..( ask my nephews ). I'm responsible, easy going, reliable and willing to help with anything needed. I am hard worker. I have in the past worked for a family as a personal assistant and took care of a sick elderly person....
With me your kids...
Christina can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Hello!
I am an individual who is very punctual, charismatic, outgoing, and flexible.
I am a great choice if you come across any last minute emergencies or simply need a night out.
I can help with some cleaning, cooking, and im good with pets too!
I am currently in school, so that is a bonus if you need any homework help or...
Hey!! My name is Francisca I'm 21 years old. I've been working with kids for 5 years. I'm patient, honest, reliable, trustworthy and punctual. I love to build a connection with the kids so they feel comfortable and open with me. I can help with homework or any educational activities if needed and I can also have fun and play...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am reliable and always on time. I always am places 5 minutes early. I am a very safe driver and never on my phone when I drive. I respond quickly when people need a babysitter last minute. Babysat multiple children in the area the youngest was 6. I love playing board games, reading books, and playing outside. I am enthusiastic...
Maya can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Laura A.
Englewood, NJ
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Laura, I am 25 years old and officially finished nursing school and am now an LPN. I graduated from Ramapo College of New Jersey in 2021 with a degree in Sociology and double minored in international business and crime and justice studies. I originally went to school to enroll in the police force, but last minute...
Laura can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Alessia M.
New York, NY
$20-36/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi parents!
Last minute call ?! I'll Answer!
Are you looking for free night time with your husband/partner? That's what I love to help with!
ABOUT ME:
I'm Alessia, 27yo Italian native speaker, a bit new in the city but very integrated.
I'm speaking English (of course) and Spanish (enough you need!).
I'm a children lover who...
Alessia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
I may not be an official grandmother yet, but I am older and wise. I raised my younger brother and sister, cooked and kept house as our mother passed when we were young. After college I spent the summer with a baby with ALS, inventing games and ways of interacting so I could engage him though he could not really move. I have a...
Karen can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Emily, I am proudly from Chicago attending college in New York. With years of experience, working at daycares, employed as a teacher assistant and various babysitting jobs, I can provide a safe, supervised loving environment for your child. My mom always told me to do a job you would do for free, although...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Emily was so good with our 7 month old son! She was punctual, has an upbeat personality and sent me an update with photo of my baby. My son loved hanging out with her and look forward to having her back!"
Sylvia T.
Hello! My name is Victoria and I'm from Yonkers, NY. As your nanny and/or house manger I can provide you with housekeeping, meal preparation, laundry, bathing & dressing children & teaching them general hygiene, potty training, driving children to school activities and organizing their play dates. I can also assist with language...
Victoria can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
During my time as a care-giver, I have worked as a part-time sitter, a date night sitter, a last-minute sitter, a camp counselor, a teaching artist, and as a teacher. After college, I began working with Kid's Club and Pre-School (a NAEYC accredited school), assisting with their camp. I since grew with the company to become a...
Huxley can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Huxley is extremely responsible and dependable!!! Her personality is bubbly and enthusiastic, and she possesses an uncanny ability to entertain children in creative ways and to encourage and inspire them to tap into their own creativity. Highly recommended!!"
Karen G.
Vanessa S.
New York, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible & Spunky Sitter Who Enjoys Making Kiddos Laugh!
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a sitter for over a decade and still find it enjoyable and fulfilling! Not a full time caretaker. Currently, I am only available to babysit for date nights, evenings out, weekends and sometimes even last minute events. I live in a Manhattan, am generally flexible with hours, and am totally comfortable with sitting...
Vanessa can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Vanessa is confident and very dependable. I have a 1 yr, 3 yr and 5yr-old, and she comfortably has managed them all from diaper changes, meals to bedtime. She can follows routines, but can also easily handle change. Most importantly she is great with all ages, fun,...
Marissa E.
Natalie T.
Brooklyn, NY
$21-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
College Student - Schedule Is Flexible/Good For Last-Minute
3.8
(4)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
My name is Natalie and I am a recent college graduate! I enjoy outdoor adventures, puzzles, cards, and movies; as well, I am comfortable working with all ages, and my schedule is such that I can be available last-minute if needed. I have received Red-Cross certification in First Aid, and was a lifeguard and swim instructor for...
Natalie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Natalie was an exceptional babysitter. She treated my special needs son with kindness, care and professionalism, and went out of her way to make sure we were covered during a last-minute emergency. Highly recommend."
Derek L.
4.3
(7)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents! My name is Mishka. I am 32 years old and I am young woman with a nursing background, I am a natural caregiver who is extremely compassionate and nurturing. I am extremely active and playful, I also love crafts. I also believe in teaching and engaging a child's mind. I have 6 years of experience with children and...
Mishka can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Mishka spent three months with us while our regular nanny recovered from surgery. She was kind, patient, fun, professional, dependable and would hire her again in an instant. She made connections with our 1 year old and 8 year old in thoughtful, age-appropriate...
Abigail G.
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Recent last-minute babysitter reviews from local parents in Mount Vernon, NY
Khalea W.
5.0
Khalea was great with our kids! Would definitely hire her back anytime!
- Care member
Juana P.
5.0
Juana has been working with us for several months. She is extremely responsible in caring for both our 1 1/2 year old and 5 year. She is active, attentive, caring and patient. We cannot recommend her highly enough!
- Amanda Z.
Janelle R.
5.0
Janelle was an excellent babysitter for us. My husband and I wanted a night out. We have a five and eight year old so Janelle really helped us out that night. The next day, our kids constantly asked us when is the next time she’s coming over. Looks like we’re going on more date nights !
- Care member
Emily B.
5.0
Emily was so good with our 7 month old son! She was punctual, has an upbeat personality and sent me an update with photo of my baby. My son loved hanging out with her and look forward to having her back!
- Sylvia T.
Huxley G.
5.0
My nieces love Huxley! As soon as she leaves, they ask when she will be back! Huxley comes prepared with a variety of crafts and activities ready to go - and she always makes sure everything is cleaned up after! She does everything from science/engineering projects to puppet shows to dress-up. She...
- Kathryn M.
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FAQs for finding a last-minute babysitter near you in Mount Vernon, NY
How much does it cost to hire a last-minute babysitter near me in Mount Vernon, NY?
How much it costs to hire a last-minute babysitter depends on many different factors such as where you live and how many years of experience they have. That being said, you can find a last-minute babysitter near you with rates starting at $25.00.
How can I find a last-minute babysitter near Mount Vernon, NY in April, 2024?
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What type of last-minute babysitter services are available near me in Mount Vernon, NY?
Typically, last-minute babysitters take on the same roles and responsibilities as normal babysitters. The differentiating factor here is you may need to hire a last-minute babysitter with short notice when your normal sitter cancels or when an unexpected appointment or work event comes up. There are 1 near you if you ever find you need an extra set of hands at the last-minute.