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60 nannies are listed in Ithaca, NY
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby nannies is 7 years
Nannies in Ithaca, NY
5.0
(16)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
I left the corporate world in 2010 to begin working as a nanny. First I worked for a friend, then did it for a living. I love kids and have found that being an influence in a child's life is far more fulfilling than my work as an executive assistant. I've worked with kids with special needs (both physical and emotional), and...
Stacie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Stacie watched our little one from when he was only 2 months old until he was almost 12 months old. Stacie is absolutely amazing. She communicates constantly, genuinely loves little children. She gets him babbling, and eating, and sleeping, and playing. She goes...
Jacob S.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 21 families in your neighborhood
Sundays are currently open! Hello! I am a baby Nanny, from the first day to 30 months. My approach is intuitive, connected, creative, and playful. I am reliable, a great communicator, and lead from the heart. My goal is to help your baby flourish and thrive, as they grow, explore and discover their environment.
You can also...
Lisa Ann can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lisa provided all-day care for our 4-6 month old child several days per week. She is highly experienced, and she shows great flexibility when adjusting to meet a child's needs. Lisa is also friendly and respectful to parents. We had no worries leaving Lisa and our...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been a summer nanny the past year and a half as well as a babysitter for the last 3 years. Experience with kids 6mo-7y. o!
Jenna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a mom of three kids ages 19, 16, and 14 with 11 years of experience as a nanny. I love children and have a gentle, kind, patient personality. I have been babysitting since I was 13 and have volunteered in the nursery and preschool room at church. My longest nanny job was with the same family for 5 years. They had a...
Christine can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"Christine took care of our daughter for 6 months from Jan 2021 to mid-June 2021, when our baby was 5-10 months old. Christine is super gentle, kind, patient, and always great at soothing babies and making our child feel safe. Our daughter is not the easiest to take...
Christina Y.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I love young children and feel privileged to form relationships with them and to be part of their development. I babysat in high school and college and was a live-in nanny in graduate school. After pursuing other interests, I went back to nannying about 15 years ago. My professional experience includes all ages, including...
Kim can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"Kim has been helping us care for our two children (now 4 and 2) for the last 4 years now. She is reliable, kind, funny, very observant and playful. She is absolutely unflappable, and brings a calming energy when kiddos are over excited or emotional. She is...
Amy K.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am available for part time childcare, preferably during mornings but I can be flexible if need be. While I am comfortable with children of all ages, being a doula as well, I am most comfortable and experienced with babies and young toddlers.
Wilhelmina can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Wilhelmina babysat my 6 month old son and 4 year old daughter regularly over the course of 4 years. She was extremely reliable and kind. She has a passion for working with children which was clearly manifested in her creative and thoughtful approach to activities...
Jordan D.
5.0
(1)
Working with families is my passion. I have been a nanny for 9 years now and am happier than ever. I take a whole family approach which recognizes the well being of the whole family as a vital part of meeting a child's need's. So I am happy to help out wherever I am needed. I have a bachelors is in the bio-psycho-social...
Natalie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"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 type of task to another with willingness and a smile. She never complains and always strives to deliver...
Ginger C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Exley! During the school year I work full time as a teaching assistant in special education so I am only available in the afternoons, during breaks and occasional weekends. I'm currently a full time online student studying to get my bachelor's degree in social work. I'm the oldest of 7 children, so I've been babysitting...
Exley can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Exley was amazing! She was very flexible with our crazy changing schedules and we couldn't have been happier with her. Our son has a speech delay and she went above and beyond to help him. We felt completely at ease when our son was in her care. Unfortunately we...
Emily H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
First, I will start with my personality, then get into the grit of my experience! I'm very creative and open minded, I love spending time with my family and friends, especially the little ones in my family! I strongly believe in punctuality and communication; if you are going to be late, it's courtesy to call! Now onto my...
Bobbie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Both my son and I love Bobbie. Bobbie is so sweet and yet professional, very reliable, and provides peaceful yet fun time for my son. I can completely trust her with my five-year-old. Very happy to have met her."
Elica F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Daria. I am a 28 yo trained doula, herbalist and farmer. I'm caring and patient, and I try to keep an eye on the needs of both children and parents. I'm CPR/AED certified for infants, children and adults. I'm happy to help with laundry, cooking, or any other needs. I have several excellent references that I'd...
Daria can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Daria is our current caregiver to our 15 month old son. She has been working with us for 5 months - therefore, she has participated in a lot of developmental changes as our 10 month old became a toddler (night routines, bottles, solids, walking, sign language,...
Christina L.
Rosalinda S.
Ithaca, NY
$25-28/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Caring and patient, seasoned mom of twins and experienced nanny, raised in Ithaca; looking for part time work in or near downtown Ithaca or Fall Creek. 26-32. 5 hrs/week is my target range. 8 years of experience. I love babies! I can help with light cooking, laundry and organization as it pertains to the child. At the moment I...
Rosalinda can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ros lovingly cared for our son from the time he was 3 months old through 18th months, when we decided to enroll him in daycare. Ros is an amazing caregiver and a wonderful person. Every day we went to work knowing that our baby was loved and cared for to the...
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Willow L.
Ithaca, NY
$16-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Willow, I am currently a student at Binghamton University! I am looking for part time work while I'll be home on breaks! I am the oldest of 4 and have been around kids my whole life. I lots have experience watching kids and helping out with house hold tasks. I also coach soccer to girls under 10, and love to do...
5.0
"My son loved Willow! He even asked for her when he woke up in the morning. "
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Sierra L F.
Ithaca, NY
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Sierra! I am 27 years old, and I live in Ithaca NY. I have a bachelor's degree in child development from Cornell University (class of 2019). I have extensive experience working with children of all ages as a nanny, counselor, and tutor. I have also worked as a preschool teacher and as a special education...
Sierra L can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My kids loved Sierra, she gave them her full attention made them snacks when they were hungry, and made us feel confident to leave them with her. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kelsey but I go by Kelby. I am non-binary and use they/them pronouns. I love everything to do with art, the great outdoors, animals, and amusement parks. My love for books and movies also knows no bounds. I even have a dog named Bilbo and a cat named Cinderella~!
I have around 12 years total of babysitting,...
Kelsey can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our 3 year old had a great time with Kelby today! They were very attentive and fun! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My goal is to empower kids to be curious and respectful, and to give them as much independence as possible. I have > 9 years of professional experience caring for and educating kids. I worked with kids from diverse backgrounds and ages (5-18) as a STEM and Education Specialist for the Club for 6 years. I was active planning...
Savannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Savannah has been fantastic with our twins! She's timely, communicates well, and reliable! She has helped them grow and explore the world around them over the last few months! "
Erica M.
Mathilde L.
Ithaca, NY
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
College Student With Nannying Experience Can Work Part Time - Full Time
Hii my name is Mathilde (Matilda) and I am student at university of Ottawa but I live with my parents in Ithaca when I'm not at school. I think babysitting/nannying is one of my strengths and I find that I am pretty good with children. I was surrounded with young children my whole life especially being the oldest of all my...
Mathilde can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Prior experience with toddlers to teens and special needs children. Recently received Physician Assistant degree.
Brittny can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi there. I am an experienced educator who is passionate about helping children connect with nature. I have taught in both Waldorf and Montessori schools and I am currently in grad school for my Masters in Elementary Education. I enjoy cooking and crafting and sharing the joys of project-based learning.
In addition to...
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Assistant Camp Director for children ages 3-12 for 3 years
Certified Babysitter
Babysitting for 8 years
Experience with children with specail needs and disabilities
Isabella can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have 10+ years of childcare experience with a degree in ECE and previously taught middle school. I am trained in CPR and Epi-Pen usage. I am comfortable supervising swimming, caring for animals, love to craft, and love being outdoors.
Katharine can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Ithaca, NY
Stacie P.
5.0
Stacie cared for our one-year-old daughter in 2023 until we moved out of town and we miss her every day. Stacie is a wonderful nanny and person and our daughter loved her from the moment we met her. They would always have lots of fun together, and Stacie would talk, read and sing to her all day...
- Hannah K.
Lisa Ann B.
5.0
Lisa provided all-day care for our 4-6 month old child several days per week. She is highly experienced, and she shows great flexibility when adjusting to meet a child's needs. Lisa is also friendly and respectful to parents. We had no worries leaving Lisa and our child at home while away at work....
- Care member
Christine B.
5.0
Christine took care of our daughter for 6 months from Jan 2021 to mid-June 2021, when our baby was 5-10 months old. Christine is super gentle, kind, patient, and always great at soothing babies and making our child feel safe. Our daughter is not the easiest to take care of; it takes her a while to...
- Christina Y.
Kim K.
5.0
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 wealth of support and help for us as parents. We have no reservations in providing the strongest recommendation to other families looking for a nanny.
- Philippa J.
Wilhelmina S.
5.0
Mina was our "pandemic nanny" and she took such great care of my little one and our home. She was affectionate and present with my daughter and really helped shepherd her development from a cuddly baby to a lively toddler. Mina was a constant learner when it came to child development and always...
- Dannie S.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Ithaca, NY
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2024 near me in Ithaca, NY?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Ithaca, NY is as of is $20.15 per hour as of May, 2024. This rate will fluctuate depending on your location, the nanny's level of experience, and the number of children to be cared for. Other factors that may also influence the rate include specialized care, overnight care, or requesting your nanny to take additional responsibilities at home such as light housekeeping or meal prepping.
How can I find a nanny near me in Ithaca, NY?
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What type of nanny services can I find near me in Ithaca, NY?
You can find different nanny services in Ithaca through Care.com, such as nannies that specialized in infant and newborn care, nannies that help with night-time routines or watch kids overnight, bilingual nannies that speak different languages, live-in nannies, and more. You can search for full-time or part-time nannies in Ithaca, NY with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for Ithaca, NY nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Nannies in Ithaca, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 54 reviews of the 60 listed nannies.