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melanie E.

Child care

Woodhaven, NY

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
Hello! My name is Melanie, and I'm passionate about providing exceptional care and support. With over three years of experience in childcare, I've worked with children of all ages, including special needs kids, and hold a Level 1 Certified Teaching Assistant credential from New York State. I'm energetic, nurturing, and...
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Raziyah R.

Woodhaven, NY

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I am a Mother and Young Grandmother, looking for part time work. Former 3k teacher. I will also be pursuing my Masters in Social work. Nurturing young minds is my passion. With three years of experience caring for children aged newborn to 11, I offer a safe, fun, and engaging environment. On my free time I spend with my own...
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Neive L.

Woodhaven, NY

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$24/hr
1 year experience
I have experience providing loving care and support for individuals with special needs. My skills include helping with daily tasks such as feeding, personal care, and mobility assistance. I offer emotional support and create a warm, safe environment for those I care for. I am compassionate, patient, and dedicated to making sure...
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Samantha L.

Babysitter

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
I started babysitting in high school for children of all ages including one with special needs. I will be more than happy to help watch and entertain your children in a safe environment! I am pursuing a masters in social work and hope to work will children professionally in social work setting in the future.

Care Member says "Samantha was an awesome sitter! Very polite, arrived on time and very warm and friendly. Will hire again the next time we need a hand - thank you!"

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Leeanne K.

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi families ! I am a Mom of three amazing boys ! I have been a stay home mom for nine years and my youngest has just went to a 3-k program so I am available to help other families. Prior to being a Mommy, I have worked with children of all ages for years. I also have a Social science degree that focused a lot of developmental...
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Kelsey N.

HS Teacher Seeking After School Jobs

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
I have been caring for children since I was 13. I have extensive experience with children with special needs. ! I am currently looking for after school and recurring weekend/date night babysitting jobs in and around Cambridge! I am also available for tutoring or direct instruction/homework help for an additional fee. I have had...

Jay M. says "Kelsey is warm and friendly. My daughter took to her immediately. Kelsey was attentive to her and played developmental games with her. She did a great job...

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Shea R.

Energetic And Responsible Sitter :)

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi! My name is Shea, I am a rising junior at Columbia University, and a local Hamptons gal looking to have the best summer ever with your children! I have a younger sibling, care for my uncle with special needs at home, and have years of babysitting experience with children ages 2-12. Additionally, I have CPR training, beginner...

Vera N. says "Shea is very sweet and easy going with kids. She's flexible and asks parents questions to understand the best way to approach each child. She's very warm...

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Laurie A.

Full-time Caregiver At Your Service!!!

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
Hi my name is Laurie . I am looking for part-time or full-time employment commitment. I have an extensive resume working with children including those with special needs. I am certified in CPR, AED and First Aid. My 10 years experience entailed working with children from infants to elementary school age. I cannot help but to...

Eleni M. says "Laurie's great. She's so great I almost really don't want to tell you. Parents of neurodiverse children, she'll take good care of your kids. "

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Hannah C.

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
Brooklyn located nanny/sitter with 10+ years of childcare experience. Graduated from NYU in May 2023 with a degree in vocal performance. Throughout high school and then college, Ive worked as a babysitter, and then nanny for multiple families. I've worked with children, toddlers, and infants. I've had experience with newborns as...

Care Member says "Hannah took care of our little daughter while we were in nyc and it was extremely professional and efficient . We are def using Hannah for future trips...

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Nicole C.

Educated Nanny

Brooklyn, NY

4.3(1)
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$30/hr
18 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
I am a mature, dependable and high-energy person with a passion for childcare excellence. Valued by parents for warmth, professionalism, dedication and excellent judgment. Provide parents with an unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety and welfare of their children. I have 16years plus of experience working with children...

Care Member says "We hired Nicole as an after school nanny for 2 years when my son was 2-4yo. She is very reliable, professional and patient with my son. She is also very...

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Midori K.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi, my name is Midori. I have 7 years of experience in childcare and with special needs. I am fluent in English and Japanese, and I am able to cook, clean bottles, dishes, laundry, and light cleaning. I have experience with bottle/solid feeding, changing diapers, sleep/wake cycles, potty training milestones, Montessori, and baby...

Care Member says "Midori was a great help to my husband and kids, she is always willing to give a helping hand and the kids love her. I hope she gets along with your...

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Scott B.

Fun And Energetic Nanny/Certified NYS Teacher

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hi there, my name is Scott and I am a fun and energetic nanny and a certified NYS public school teacher! I have 5 years of babysitting/nanny experience and 5 years of public school experience. I love working with children, a passion that inspired me to become an educator. My biggest strength as a nanny and educator is my...

Care Member says "Scott has been our son's private clarinet lesson instructor since 2019. When our family babysitter quit without notice at the beginning of summer 2022,...

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Beltha H.

Adaptive Sitter

Ozone Park, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
Hi please call me Bel! I have child care experiences from taking care of cousins, nephews/nieces, friends children. Also by working in family home and school settings with infants, early childhood daycare, elementary, junior high schools and high school as a full time paraprofessional for the NYCDOE and support at the Caedmon...

Andrea F. says "Bel is, in one word, INCREDIBLE! She has helped us care for our two children, ages 2 and 6, since March 2022, including most of the summer of 2022. Bel...

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Julie R.

Hoboken, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
looking for a position as a summer babysitter/nanny and/or a date night babysitter. I currently teach first grade in Bergen County but before that I worked as a nanny to an active 1-year-old girl in NYC for four months (reference can be found below) and then a nanny to two amazing boys in NYC for almost three years. Besides my...

Svetlana M. says "Julie is a full-time nanny for our, now, 16-month-old daughter and has been with us for over 4 months. Unfortunately, we are now moving to Boston,...

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Sabina D.

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am 24 years old, I am very clean-cut, bubbly, very responsible, and positive. I grew up with children all around me, of all ages. I am fully vaccinated and have years of experience with caring for infants, groups of children, and special needs toddlers. I am a recent graduate from The New School where I graduated top of my...

Remya T. says "As other moms can relate, it is not easy to find a caregiver who you like and your child connects with. Sabina is the very first babysitter that I worked...

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Hamoy V.

Far Rockaway, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
My name is Hamoy, and I am excited about the opportunity to work with your children. As a full-time college student majoring in math education, I bring a wealth of experience and dedication to childcare. I am a Registered Behavioral Technician with over two and a half years of experience working in a special needs school. I hold...

Care Member says "Hamoy was great with my three kids. She played with them and even helped my 4 year old son to talk better. I'm truly grateful for you and really sorry I...

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Rosalyn G.

Looking For A Caring Family.

Hoboken, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
Hello! My name is Rosalyn. I am a certified teacher with my P-3 license and special education. I am currently a teacher in a self-contained SLD classroom. I am looking for an after-school and/or Saturday position. I can help children in struggling subjects. If your child has special needs and needs extra guidance, please let me...

Care Member says "Rosalyn worked with our family with 2 young children for just over a year. She was loving and caring and was a pleasure to have her part of our family....

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Erline D.

Hewlett, NY

4.9(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
live-in home care
errands
companionship
light cleaning
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- I'm a patient's care Technician with a certification in dialysis,. - I also work as a Direct care counselor technician. I am experienced in working with children with special needs. - Presently, I worked and cared for children diagnosed with cerebral palsy for 18 years. - I also care for psych patients, and I have a B L S and...

Care Member says "Erline is superb, since I had to work she was my eyes and ears for my Mom who had dementia, she’s really patient."

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Nickoal J.

With Over 7 Years Of Experience

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
Hello, I have over 10 years of experience working professionally in childcare. My experience includes working as a lead teacher and center floater in several well-known childcare facilities in New York City, as well as babysitting for families on an as needed basis. My natural love for caring for children and working with...

Sonya R. says "Nickoal is very professional. She has a thoughtful approach to interacting with young children. She took the time to engage both of my children who are...

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Casey E.

Nanny And Babysitter

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Casey, and I'm eager to match with my next family in New York City. ! I am a photographer and Vanderbilt University alumni. I love to hike, paint and cook/bake in my free time. I am CPR and rescue certified, and have experience with children of all ages as well as special needs children. I've been babysitting...

Danylle K. says "Casey watched our boys (3 & 6) for 9 months. She was very dependable and easy to communicate with. Our kids loved when she came. She was always engaged...

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  • The average post rate is $28.00/hr as of January 2026

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Samantha L.

Samantha was an awesome sitter! Very polite, arrived on time and very warm and friendly. Will hire again the next time we need a hand -...

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Kelsey N.

Kelsey is warm and friendly. My daughter took to her immediately. Kelsey was attentive to her and played developmental games with her. She...

- Jay M.

Shea R.

Shea is very sweet and easy going with kids. She's flexible and asks parents questions to understand the best way to approach each child....

- Vera N.

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