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Zeyda F.

Open Minded, Creative And Fun Sitter

Schenectady, NY

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have 4 years of experience in Early Childhood Education. I've worked in a total of two Daycares ever since I was 18 years old. I've worked with ages Birth-7. I am currently enrolled at HVCC for my early childhood degree. I am caring, fun loving, and very nurturing. I am very creative and would love to help any child grow. I am...
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Lauren M.

Enthusiastic And Experienced Babysitter Available Work Whenever I Am Needed.

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I am very passionate about watching and teaching children as well as assuring their safety when they are in my care! I have worked in a classroom setting as a preschool teacher and have a Bachelors degree in early childhood education/special ed. The majority of my experience comes from nannying children from ages 7mo-6yrs....

Jeff L. says "She was amazing with my son. She asked to bring him to the park as well as story time at our local library. Lauren prepared healthy meals for my son and...

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Juliana V.

nanny

Schenectady, NY

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Hi I'm Juliana! Nurturing young minds and sparking curiosity is what I love to do! With six years of experience caring for children, from infants to pre-teens, I bring a patient, creative, and friendly approach to childcare. I'm currently attending college for nursing. My background includes extensive experience with school age...
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Sophia D.

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a positive, compassionate, and encouraging young adult who loves working with kids. I started out caring for children as an after-school babysitter when I was a young teenager. Since then, I have gone on to get my associate's degree in Early Childhood Education and get professional experience as an aide in an integrated...

Lyndsay P. says "Sophia was absolutely wonderful to work with and our girls loved the time they spent with her. I always appreciated her patience and her kindness with...

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Charito H.

nanny

Schenectady, NY

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as attentive, observant, patient, and compassionate. I'm also a non-smoker. I'm looking for a summer job that will support a family with their child care needs and some light household duties, if needed as well. I started working with kids when I was a teenager (caring for one of my piano teacher's...
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Amelia R.

Fun, Caring, And Reliable Sitter

Schenectady, NY

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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I am 32 years old. I've been working with kids the majority of my life. I've been a lifeguard, swim coach, and tennis instructor, as well as a camp counselor. I currently live in the Schenectady area and I have an almost 4 yr old daughter. I work as an infant daycare teacher during the week. Im looking for some work to bring...
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Melissa T.

Date Night Or Weekend Babysitter With Variable

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello I'm 54-year-old professional Nanny non smoker/drinker with two grown daughters whom are both nurses and a grandmother to a 6 yr old grandson and a 9-month-old grandson. Currently I'm living in Scotia NY . I have years of experience caring for children of all ages but infant to 3 years old is what I specialize in including...

Alison K. says "Melissa was great! The kids liked her instantly. My 3 year old son was very comfortable with her and my 9 year old daughter loved that she did science...

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Bridget D.

Schenectady, NY

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi there, my name is Bridget and I am 23 years old! My full time career is job coaching and I am currently finishing my bachelors degree in Social Work! My favorite age group are toddlers, but I have experience with all ages. I'm looking for a part-time position, mainly evening weekday shifts but have weekend availability as...
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Sophia R.

I Have Babysat Children Of All Ages Ever Since I Was 12 Years Old!

Schenectady, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have 10 years of experience nanny/babysitting and begun when I was about 12-year-old! I also have experience in the veterinary field where I have worked with dogs and cats for multiple years. I've been a nanny for multiple families over the past 5 years and am able to help out with anything you might need. I am currently 23...
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Nicholle G.

Part-Time Caregiver/Babysitter

Albany, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I have experience with children from 4m-adolescents though I am most comfortable with children 6m and up. I have worked the past seven years at a Montessori School in administration facilitating community events and creating opportunities for students and families to make memorable moments. I feel very aligned with the...

Kim S. says "Nicholle babysat for us when my husband and I went out for the first time since your daughter has been born. She knew I was nervous and she was great with...

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Megan N.

Full Time Care Giver

Clifton Park, NY

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
3 words I would use to describe myself as a care giver are energetic, kind and patient! I have been babysitting since I was 14 and I have experience being a live in, full-time nanny. I am experienced and comfortable with taking care of children along a wide range of ages which include newborn to 13 years old. Over the last...

David N. says "Megan has been watching our 2 kids ages 6 and 10. She is nice, dependable and our kids enjoy having her watch them. She also helps with homework and...

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Mariana J.

Burnt Hills, NY

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
My name is Mariana, I am 44years old and work primarily with newborns and toddlers from 0 to 3 years of age. I have a passion for babies, I am a Trained Newborn Care Specialist , New Parent Educator and Postpartum Doula. My philosophy revolves around providing a warm, safe and loving environment where your child can grow and...

Jennifer I. says "Mariana is one of the most amazing caregivers I've ever met. She loves your kids like her own. We worked with her for over two years before she and her...

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Alicia B.

Guilderland, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Alicia , I went to college and received my bachelors in Childhood Education with a concentration in Mathematics as well as my masters in Special Education from Buffalo State College. I am a very outgoing and active person. While I attended Buffalo State College, I played on the girls basketball team for all...

Staci M. says "I have been friends with Alicia for years and have worked closely with her in school settings. Alicia is such a dependable, caring, and kind person. She is...

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Meghan A.

Mom Of 3/Experienced Nanny/Former Teacher

Ballston Lake, NY

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
I'm a fun-loving person with a lot of experience with children! I've been married for 11yrs and we have 3 kids ages 7(girl), 5(boy) and 1(girl). I'm originally from Georgia, but have been living in the Capital Region for 8 years. I graduated from Tennessee Temple with a BS in Christian Counseling. I have had 4 full-time nanny...

Rachael M. says "Meghan is phenomenal with our two children! We have been working with Meghan for about two months and she is loving, caring, and attentive. Our children...

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Melyssa P.

Caring, Nurturing & Experienced

Latham, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a stay at home mom to elementary age twins seeking to assist other families with their part-time child care needs in your or my home. I will provide a kind, caring and loving environment to another child or children. I am flexible, fun and creative with indoor and outdoor activities. I am extremely patient and...

Lisa K. says "Melyssa I absolutely wonderful with my twin boys and they love spending time with her. I would definitely recommend Melyssa to anyone looking for child...

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Mary D.

(I Go By Mary-Margaret)

Altamont, NY

5.0(1)
from
$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I do NOT have any WEEKDAY availability, but I hope you find someone wonderful!!! I am available FRIDAY EVENINGS, SATURDAYS, and SUNDAYS so you can have some you-time, get your errands done easier or maybe even go on a date. My name is Mary-Margaret, and I can't wait to meet your family. After 16 years of experience as a...

Francine P. says "Mary Margaret is an exquisite person. She is highly dependable, hardworking, creative, funny, thoughtful and caring. She went all the way to prepare my...

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Emily S.

Some Of My Best Experiences

Clifton Park, NY

4.3(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
11 years childcare experience. Working with children six weeks of age to 12 years old. Experience in early learning and nanny services.

Care Member says "Emily has taken care of my son full time for over a year- from age 8 months to 22 months. She has become an irreplaceable part of our family and treats...

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Abigail V.

Young, Energetic And Experienced Caregiver.

Ballston Lake, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
Hi, I'm Abi, your cheerful and experienced childcare provider here in the capital region. I've got a deep passion for nurturing young spirits, backed by over 10 years of experience in childcare. My journey kicked off as a theater camp counselor and from there I grew into a trusted high school babysitter. Throughout my college...

Jen A. says "My son loves Abi. She is always on time and wonderful with my son. 'My four year old can't wait to see her on Sundays . She is always so happy and plays...

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Mikaela M.

Responsible/Fun Sitter

Ballston Lake, NY

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Recently moved to the Ballston Lake area where I am currently looking for any babysitting/nanny jobs! I have many years of experience working with kids in day camps and babysitting/nannying. I love working with children of all ages and creating a fun, healthy environment for them!
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Keri D.

Latham, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
38 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Keri and I'm a mom of 18 and 25-year-old children. I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old. I have been a nanny, caregiver for multiple families before and after raising my kids. The most recent family I cared for just moved away. I have excellent references and I have also worked as a rideshare driver...

Chia C. says "I hired Keri to take care of my one-year-old baby, and her care is exactly what our family needs :) She was very patient when the baby was adapting to her...

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  • 60 newborn nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.28/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated newborn nannies is 4.8

Recent newborn nanny reviews from local parents in Schenectady, NY

Newborn Nannies in Schenectady, NY are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 60 listed newborn nannies

Lauren M.

She was amazing with my son. She asked to bring him to the park as well as story time at our local library. Lauren prepared healthy meals...

- Jeff L.

Sophia D.

Sophia was absolutely wonderful to work with and our girls loved the time they spent with her. I always appreciated her patience and her...

- Lyndsay P.

Melissa T.

Melissa was great! The kids liked her instantly. My 3 year old son was very comfortable with her and my 9 year old daughter loved that she...

- Alison K.

FAQs for finding a newborn nanny near me in Schenectady, NY

So, how much is a nanny for a newborn going to cost you? Hiring a newborn nanny in Schenectady, NY on Care.com will cost an average of $21.28 per hour as of December, 2025. All newborn nannies charge varying rates and these rates can depend on how much experience they have and where you live.

There are 29 newborn nanny profiles you can review for nannies in Schenectady, NY on Care.com. You can also read 17 for newborn nannies near you.

It’s easy to find a nanny for your newborn with Care.com. You can hire a nanny for newborn babies near you in Schenectady, NY. Not sure how to interview a nanny for a newborn? Prepare a list of questions in advance so you make sure you learn everything you need about each candidate to make your decision. You may also want to run an independent background check for extra peace of mind.

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