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865 babysitters are listed in Buffalo, NY
The average rate is $17/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Buffalo, NY
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello parents! My name is Jessica and I have several years of experience babysitting children. I have been babysitting professionally since graduating high school 7 years ago. I can provide references upon request. I love doing fun activities with kids like swimming, coloring, playing games, watching movies (Disney is my...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jessica did a great job sitting fir us. My kids were age 10 and 12 and they enjoyed spending time with her. Jessica is kind, honest and caring."
Leah M.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I reside in the University district of Buffalo. I'm currently searching for part time work. I prefer watching over children ages 1+ but I do have experience with infants. I have a resume with references. If you're interested or have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out to me. I'll try to respond back as soon as possible....
Malaysia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Brianna and I would love to be your child's babysitter! I'm only looking for occasional date nights as of now! I have a very friendly and playful personality, follow directions extremely well, am always as punctual as possible, and very tech savvy. I was a middle school music teacher and I was a substitute...
Brianna can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I needed a date night sitter at the last minute and Brianna babysat both my girls (ages 9 and 11 months). My 9 year loved her and had so much fun. She actually told me I should go out more so Brianna can babysit! I would definitely hire Brianna again and I would...
Former Member A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Julia. I am a dedicated, compassionate caregiver with a decade of experience in childcare. Over the past 4 years, I've excelled as a full-time nanny, fostering a positive and safe atmosphere for little one's to grow. Assisting with settling newborns into a consistent schedule, introducing solid foods, managing...
Julia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Julia cleaned our house for us and did a great job! She brought all her own supplies, moved furniture to clean behind it, and did everything I asked her to. Would recommend her to anyone and I'm looking forward to using her more regularly!"
Emily B.
5.0
(3)
Responsible babysitter with 7+ years of experience caring for children on weekends, evenings, and during summer and winter vacations. A mental health therapist for children ages 4-21 and also a single mother . Skilled at creating enjoyable, engaging, and educational activities while putting children's safety and well-being...
Alicia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"was very professional and stayed in touch with me via text to let me know that my daughter was doing well throughout the day. She was so genuine and a true natural with children. Definitely going to hire her again.
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Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced nanny and on-call babysitter for children aged infant to teenager. During the week, during the school year, I work as a NY State Certified ENL teacher with grades 6-8, at a PreK - 8th grade school in Buffalo, NY. I also have experience as a teacher and camp counselor with grades pre K - 8. I love working with...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jennifer has provided consistent, reliable care for our family a little over 7 months now. She is wonderful with our daughter and a pleasure to have in our home. Her years of experience and advanced education working with children is a tremendous asset!"
Erika G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a babysitter for the past seven years, and truly enjoy working with children. I have a wide variety of experience, from infants to early teens, and special needs children. I volunteer in a class of 4, 5, and 6-year-olds, and have tutored elementary and middle school students in the past. The families I have babysat...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Taylor is incredible. She is kind and sweet and unbelievably mindful. I honestly wish she would quit her job to be with us all day! She is always 150% punctual and never forgets an arrangement. I never have to worry. She will always be there. My daughter loves her...
Jess K.
Katrina R.
Buffalo, NY
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Older, Experienced, Reliable Babysitter Available For Weeknights And Weekends
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with developmentally disabled children and adults for over 20 years. I am a certified occupational therapy assistant who has 18 years experience working in group homes and 3 years experience working in an elementary school with special education and general education students. I'm looking for a change of pace...
Katrina can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Katrina is wonderful! She has watched my toddler multiple times and does an excellent job. She is very reliable and punctual."
Sarah D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Alicia! I am 22 years old. I am currently looking for a nanny/sitter position a couple days a week! I have experience with kids of all ages including infants. I have been babysitting for over 6 years now. I would love to get to know you and your family! :)
5.0
"Alicia did a wonderful job babysitting our 15 month son and 9 year old daughter. We will definitely be hiring her again."
Nicole M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Prior to becoming a nurse, I was a full-time nanny and I truly enjoyed it. I love the flexibility and fun of being a nanny, so I am looking for a new part time gig! I have a dog of my own, so I am comfortable with pets. I have a reliable vehicle.
My schedule differs weekly so, if you have some flexibility in your schedule,...
Courtney can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Courtney is simply the best nanny/person in the world. I hired Courtney after dozens of interviews and would hire her a 1000 times over. Unfortunately, my father has become very ill and I am having to change my work schedule to part time. I no longer can afford...
Clarissa Z.
Melissa F.
Buffalo, NY
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available On Weeknights And Weekends
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Melissa. I was the nursery care provider at my church for 4 years. I was in charge of toddlers and babies. I also helped with Sunday school activities and lessons for the elementary school kids. I have babysat for many families as well. I nannied for a family with a 5-year-old girl and an 8-year-old boy for...
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Melissa is a wonderful and intelligent person. Our daughter enjoyed spending time with her. Melissa is kind, patient, and just a super awesome addition to our daughter's life. Highly recommended."
Jessica S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a registered nurse looking to find an extra job on the side to keep me busy. :) I am certified in pediatric care. Pets are welcome and encouraged ! I love taking care kids:)
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Rachel is a nice fit with our family. Her nursing background gave us confidence that she'd do well with a growing baby and she was very sweet with our little girl. "
Tara M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Marissa! I am 25 years old and have a bachelors degree in health sciences. I am currently a final semester nursing student at MCC. I am planning on going into pediatric nursing or working in the NICU. I have experiences working in pediatrics at the local hospitals and find joy in interacting with the kids.
I am...
Marissa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Marissa watched my 3 year old for me and was extremely sweet and playful with my little guy! When she left he was asking when she was coming back and going on and on about all the stuff they did together! There is no better feeling than knowing that while you are...
Bonnie M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently a medical student at UB, and I'm looking for primarily weekend (and occasional weekday evening) babysitting jobs. I have many years of experience with kids of all ages (including young infants), as well as experience watching multiple children. I am CPR/First Aid certified, and worked as an EMT for 3 years. I have...
Lindsey can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lindsey is fantastic! She some how teaches our little one a new skill every time she comes over!"
Leah S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Ashley a recent graduate with a Master's degree. I love the outdoors, sports, and playing board games. I grew up the oldest of four kids and was constantly watching my three brothers. I am currently a nanny M-F but have evening and weekend availability if you're looking for an occasional sitter! I'm great with kids of...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
5.0
"Ashley is amazing! She watched my 7 year old, 3 year old, and 5 month old for a few hours one evening recently. She is so warm and kind the big kids immediately loved her. She also remained so calm and cool despite the "stranger danger" baby screaming his head off...
Caitlin S.
Laurie W.
Buffalo, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Babysitter Who Will Play And Have Fun And Teach Your Child.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Nanny who will play and have fun and teach your child. I was a stay at home mom who raised 4 children. When my children got older I wanted to go to work. I worked at a Catholic School as a pre k teacher assistant and Kindergarten teacher assistant for 6 yrs. I worked in a Day Care for 2 1/2 years as a teacher aide in the baby...
Laurie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Laurie is an amazing caregiver! She replied immediately to our post, and is extremely reliable, kind and efficient with communication. Laurie went out of her way to meet our 3 kids ahead of time to establish familiarity with them and our routines, and really took...
Lisa P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Jenna! I'm 24 years old and I have a degree in communications. I am currently working for a marketing agency, but I absolutely love children! I'm so excited to be a mom and have a family of my own one day. I'm super fun and bubbly, and I love caring for children as if they were my own!
Jenna can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
5.0
"My 2.5 year old asked for Miss Jenna the moment he woke up the next morning!
And I'm pretty sure the house was cleaner when I came home than when I left!!
Can't wait to have Jenna again!!!"
Veronika P.
Grace M.
Buffalo, NY
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.6
(10)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Grace. I graduated from SUNY Fredonia with my bachelor's degree in early childhood and childhood eduction is 2020. I have been working in childcare and/or a school setting since 2015. I have experience working with children 6 weeks to 12 years old. I have experience working in daycares, as a nanny, tutoring,...
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Grace was extremely attentive and very pleasant to work with! Flexible schedule and detail oriented. She is extremely trust worthy and all around genuine person. 10/10 recommend"
Ashley F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've worked with children aged 3-12 as a teaching assistant for 4 years, and cared for infants and children one-on-one as a babysitter. Every child is different, and I love getting to know them and nurture their interests as they continue to grow and learn!
Alexandra can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Having worked with Alexandra for 4 years, I can say with full confidence that she really connects with each child's specific needs. In classes of 20 students, she would spend time at each table and get to know all the children. She made sure that every child felt...
Rita K.
Cherissa M.
Buffalo, NY
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.8
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I started working with kids when I was super young. I would watch my nieces and kids around the neighborhood. I got my first daycare job at 16. I went to school and got my CDA in early childhood. I have been working at the summit center and absolutely love it! As lead teacher in the Summit Center I have the knowledge not only to...
5.0
"Cherissa was so helpful today. She went above and beyond. My son immediately took to her and that means so much to me. I would definitely book her again. "
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Buffalo, NY
Jessica G.
5.0
Jessica did a great job sitting fir us. My kids were age 10 and 12 and they enjoyed spending time with her. Jessica is kind, honest and caring.
- Leah M.
Brianna J.
5.0
I needed a date night sitter at the last minute and Brianna babysat both my girls (ages 9 and 11 months). My 9 year loved her and had so much fun. She actually told me I should go out more so Brianna can babysit! I would definitely hire Brianna again and I would recommend her.
- Former Member A.
Julia H.
5.0
Julia nannied for us starting when our baby was just 8 weeks old and we absolutely adore her. If she hadn't needed to finish school, I'd have kept her forever! Julia loved and cared for our daughter as if she were her own and our daughter adored her in return! She is dependable, flexible, caring,...
- Elly D.
Alicia S.
5.0
was very professional and stayed in touch with me via text to let me know that my daughter was doing well throughout the day. She was so genuine and a true natural with children. Definitely going to hire her again.
- Care member
Jennifer B.
5.0
Jennifer has provided consistent, reliable care for our family a little over 7 months now. She is wonderful with our daughter and a pleasure to have in our home. Her years of experience and advanced education working with children is a tremendous asset!
- Erika G.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Buffalo, NY:
How can I find a Buffalo babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Buffalo, NY can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 865 babysitters in Buffalo, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Buffalo, NY?
The average rate for Buffalo, NY babysitters on Care.com is $17.11 per hour as of April 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Buffalo, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Buffalo, NY through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Buffalo, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Buffalo, NY are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 276 reviews of the 865 listed babysitters.