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Nasserine S.

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)

from: $23/hr

8 years experience

Meal prep

craft assistance

light cleaning

grocery shopping

Hi, I'm Nassie! I'm a 21-year-old nursing student from the Bronx with over 8 years of childcare experience and a true passion for helping children grow and thrive. I've worked as a babysitter, a dedicated nanny, and a summer camp counselor, as well as a mentor for elementary school students from underserved communities. I also...

Care Member says "I loved working with Nassie. She was my 4 year old daughter's nanny for a year and a half. My little one struggles with a little bit of anxiety and we...

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Angela P.

Caring Full Time Nanny

Clifton, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 7 families in your area

Swimming supervision

craft assistance

meal prep

light cleaning

Bringing a decade of childcare experience, I'm passionate about creating a nurturing and engaging environment for children. My background includes Early Child Development coursework, which helps me to understand and support each child's unique growth. I am CPR trained and have First Aid Training, ensuring I can handle any...

Kathy S. says "Angie's been with our family since my LO was 3 months old and she is simply amazing. She's dependable, professional, caring, patient and extremely...

Ann L.

CDA Classroom Assistant And Babysitter

Hawthorne, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $27/hr

10 years experience

Meal prep

swimming supervision

carpooling

light cleaning

craft assistance

I am a super energetic fun loving nanny who is nurturing and patient. I am truly grateful to have this as my profession and love going to work. It is a great joy for me to watch and help children grow and develop. I am currently working as a full time nanny / house manager . I have been with the family almost 6 years and my...

Carol C. says "Ann is honest, caring, organized, and experienced working academically, socially , and emotionally with your child or children. She is patient and has...

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Noelle S.

Englewood, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $18/hr

3 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I like working with kids because I love to see kids grow until their own person. I started working with kids since I was 14. I loved to babysit all my mom's friend's little ones. In my spare time, I like to read books and bake. One thing you should know about me is that I can multitask and I can handle pressure from...

Care Member says "she was kind and patient with my young one. Made experience enjoyable for my little one and put me at ease "

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Jillene F.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Lodi, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Light cleaning

meal prep

respite care

dementia

hospice services

+ 1 more

licensed practical nurse for 9 years as of 2025 5 years of experience in long term Looking for private duty home care. Experienced in g tube feedings, nebulizer treatments, medication management, Wound care, catheters, incontinent care, special needs, dementia, Incontinence care and memory care.

Joanne I. says "I don't even know where to begin. Jillene was a perfect match to care for my dad who was on hospice. I am crying as I am writing this in the short...

Lia P.

Full-Time Nanny/Babysitter

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)

from: $35/hr

7 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Meal prep

swimming supervision

travel

carpooling

light cleaning

+ 1 more

My deep-rooted love and dedication to nurturing children have been integral to my life's journey from a young age. I aspire to not only provide exceptional care but also foster an environment where children thrive and flourish. With over 7 years of hands-on experience as a nanny, I've honed invaluable qualities including...

Aleksandr M. says "Lia is incredibly joyful, open, and has a knack for quickly establishing a connection with children. From the first moment my little one saw her, she...

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Bhavani P.

New York, NY

5.0(0)

from: $17/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Meal prep

travel

carpooling

light cleaning

craft assistance

Hi! I work full time in Management Consulting and saving up for a wedding and trying to grow our network and community and would love to get to know you/your loved ones. have experience babysitting children between the ages of 3 months to teenagers over the last couple of decades. I have prior experience with providing care for...

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Melissa H.

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $150/hr

10 years experience

Hi! I have been dedicated to providing private lessons to children with special needs for over 20 years. My student-guided approach emphasizes hands-on learning, tailoring behavioral and academic strategies to meet each child's unique needs. I integrate ABA principles and collaborate with students' Physical and Occupational...

Barry K. says "Melissa worked with our son with special needs for several years when he was in upper school. She was more than just an excellent math and humanities...

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Lanisha S.

Special Needs Provider

Yonkers, NY

5.0(0)

from: $20/hr

7 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

I have a natural love for learning so I always wanted to be a teacher. Life lead me to caring for elderly and landed me a job at a pediatric center for medically fragile children where I worked as a nursing assistant with children up to age 21. Many of the children I've worked with have various health diagnoses and/or physically...

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Lucero R.

Full Time Nanny

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)

from: $22/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Travel

grocery shopping

meal prep

light cleaning

Hello, my name is Lucero but I like to go by Lucy. I've been working with children from ages 6 weeks to 13 years for about 8 years now. I am 1 of 12 siblings all raised in one household. Working with Children has always been a passion of mine; I aspire to open my own daycare one day and continue to have a positive impact on our...

Wilnelia J. says "Lucero is the most loving and caring nanny I have had. She was always on time. Lucero has a connection with kids that is hard to find. Would definitely...

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Adriana M.

Part Time

North Arlington, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

7 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Hospice services

light cleaning

meal prep

dementia

home modification

+ 1 more

Hi, my name is Adriana. I am a compassionate and dependable caregiver with over 10 years of experience supporting elderly individuals. I am certified as a Homemaker and CNA, and I am CPR trained. I have experience caring for seniors with special needs, assisting with daily activities, medication reminders, mobility, and...

Nancy B. says "Adriana has been a true blessing in my life as she cares for my Mother who suffers from worsening dementia. She keeps her company, helps with her day to...

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Beatriz P.

Graduate Student Looking For Occasional Babysitting Jobs

Yonkers, NY

5.0(1)

from: $24/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Light cleaning

meal prep

swimming supervision

carpooling

grocery shopping

+ 1 more

Hello! My name is Beatriz and I'm 24 years old. I am a first-year Physician Assistant student at Pace University. I'm a super big sister and auntie! I have extensive experience with children of all ages, including children with special needs, such as autism and Down Syndrome. Additionally, in high school I babysat for a variety...

Lauren R. says "I wish there were 10 stars! I cannot speak highly enough about Beatriz. When I tell my boys, 3 & 5, Beatriz is coming to babysit they literally watch the...

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Chloe V.

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

9 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Hi! My name is Chloe and I am 22 years old. I have experience babysitting/nannying ages 6 months to 13 years old for the past 10 years! I graduated in May from Michigan State University with degrees in Elementary Education and Child Development. I have thousands of hours in classrooms, most notably a full semester in a...

Brianna S. says "To whom it may concern, It is my pleasure to recommend Chloe as a childcare provider. She has cared for our 6 month old son, three times a week for the...

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Sarah W.

Masters-Educated Exceptional Child Care Provider With 20 Years Of Diverse Experience

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $40/hr

20 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Travel

grocery shopping

swimming supervision

meal prep

Experienced and masters-educated child care provider with 20 years of experience providing exceptional supervision and compassionate guidance for children from infant to pre-teen. Positions includes live-in and live-out nanny, traveling nanny, teacher, camp counselor, camp arts director, child bereavement counselor, and...

Catherine B. says "Sarah took care of our kids on a visit to New York. She was prompt in responding to me and was professional and warm in the interview. We were planning...

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Travis T.

Limitations Are An Illusion

Hastings on Hudson, NY

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

9 years experience

Craft assistance

meal prep

Hello Families! My name is Travis and I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to connect with you. For the past decade, I've been working as an educator within the Department of Education, focusing on creating individualized learning experiences for students with diverse needs. My approach emphasizes building strong, collaborative...

Care Member says "I would hire Travis immediately if I could. I have had the pleasure of observing Travis working with a young man the same age as my son. Travis is an...

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Sarah H.

Fun, Responsible, & Caring Sitter

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $17/hr

5 years experience

Light cleaning

meal prep

travel

carpooling

grocery shopping

+ 1 more

Hello! I am a 26-year-old female looking to babysit children ages 5-10. I worked at an elementary school for 2 years as an Operations Coordinator and am going back to school to get my masters in teaching elementary education. I am available to babysit Wednesday - Friday. I grew up with a sister who has autism and I was very...

Olivia J. says "Sarah is a hardworking and responsible girl who is extremely trustworthy. I would feel very confident and comfortable letting Sarah be a person to watch...

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Elsy C.

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

9 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Swimming supervision

travel

grocery shopping

meal prep

light cleaning

Nurturing young minds is more than a job for me; it's a passion. My nine years of experience caring for children have solidified my desire to positively impact their lives. I'm patient, friendly, and comfortable enforcing household rules. I provide regular updates via text or phone call, always following your preferred...

Laura G. says "A very patient and loving person with my baby, I would really hire her again."

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Aiona R.

Special needs caregiver

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $35/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Hello, my name is Aiona. With over 15 years of experience as both a professional caregiver and a parent of a child with special needs, I offer a unique and deeply empathetic perspective. I am First Aid and CPR certified, with extensive experience in medication administration and assisting with activities of daily living. Beyond...

Scott G. says "We hired Aiona to watch our 24-year old son who has autism and is non-verbal for an almost 3 week period. She is terrific and knew exactly how to work...

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Tomasz G.

Caregiver (IEP)

Englewood, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $10/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Since A was diagnosed as an autistic child, I was responsible for all aspects of his life in school and after school . Between the ages of 4 and 6, he was attending special school with one on one instruction and my active involvement in his IEP program has been one of the most important factors in his overall success. Then he...

Carla P. says "Tomasz worked for me as a full time caregiver/assistant to my 20 year old twin sons diagnosed with autism this past summer and into the start of the school...

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Perla E.

Billingual, Musical And Fun Loving Babysitter

Astoria, NY

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

8 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Meal prep

craft assistance

light cleaning

grocery shopping

Hi, My name is Perla. I'm a Computer Science college student with 8+ years of experience in child care and Math tutoring. I'm an English and Spanish native speaker. I'm very active. I love bike riding, playing soccer, playing guitar and ukulele. Also, I'm experienced with kids from ages 1 to 13 and kids with special needs.

Crystal S. says "Perla is responsible, loving and the kids adore her. She worked for our family for over a year and was energetic, thoughtful and hardworking. She made...

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The average posted rate is $22.00/hr as of August 2026

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Nasserine S.

I loved working with Nassie. She was my 4 year old daughter's nanny for a year and a half. My little one struggles with a little bit of...

- Care member

Angela P.

Angie's been with our family since my LO was 3 months old and she is simply amazing. She's dependable, professional, caring, patient and...

- Kathy S.

Ann L.

Ann is honest, caring, organized, and experienced working academically, socially , and emotionally with your child or children. She is...

- Carol C.

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