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As a mature young lady, I understand that the quality of life is detrimental for a young individual. It's a personal goal of mine to enthusiastically encourage a variety of sports and games to keep the body and mind stimulated each day. While my acute eye for detail allows me to enjoy doing arts and crafts of all kinds! I...
Reina can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
I provide childcare in my home for one child. I am a stay at home mother to my three children -- two girls and a boy -- ages 6, 4, and 2. Prior to having children, I was a middle and high school English teacher for roughly a decade. Throughout college and graduate school, I taught in two different licensed daycares. I have...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Selena C.
Schenectady, NY
$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm a well organized, hard working, and loving person. I love children and pets! I have my own car and can be certified if needed. I have three younger siblings and I have babysat for many families throughout the years along with helping my residents with a multitude of things. I also dog/cat sit as well! References can be...
Selena can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello families! With school starting back up I wanted to pick up some
Occasional sitting with a great family.
I was a past teacher and now stay at home mom looking for some occasional date night/babysitting jobs in evenings, on a part time basis.
Whether it's a date night, need to go to an appointment, or just need a few...
Deanna can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Deanna is a caring, kind, responsible and dependable caregiver for our two kids ages 2 and 5! She brings to the table years of experience in teaching various ages ranging from preschool to elementary school, and it absolutely shows in her ability to meet the kids...
Dorothea M.
Norah O.
Schenectady, NY
$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Norah and I am a 23-year-old currently living in Schenectady and attending graduate school. I currently work as a one to one behavioral aide in a special education Pre-K classroom. I am looking for a part time babysitting job for a few days after work. I have marked weekends as unavailable but I am willing...
Norah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Anna N.
Schenectady, NY
$20-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I have been a nanny to two little girls in the past, ages 5 and 3 for a full school year. I am EMT certified, and am in part time school for a health certificate degree. On Sunday nights, I am a director of a Sunday School, preschool class.
Anna can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kundalinie O.
Schenectady, NY
$27-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experience: I have worked as a private nanny for three different families and served in two different early Head Start schools since 2016. I have extensive experience in providing childcare services to children aged 0-10 including family meal preparation, light housekeeping, laundry, and homework assistance. I am committed to...
Kundalinie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Hi I am Noella M, I am a senior at Burnt Hills Ballston Lake Highschool. I have been babysitting ever since I could remember and teach ski lessons in the Winter. I love working with kids and could help tutor them also!
I'd describe my personality as energetic, caring, upbeat.
I like working with kids because I love watching...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am the oldest of three younger brothers and have had various babysitting experiences over summers and weekends of children in my town. I have been a camp staff member, watching over large groups of children and arranging activities for them to do.
Camie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Heather B.
Ballston Lake, NY
$10-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Looking To Provide Date Night, Evening, And Weekend Care For Your Family
I am a local attorney looking to pick up some extra hours.
I have worked as a full-time nanny (2009 - 2010) for five children (ages 10, 8, 4, 2, and newborn) providing day to day care for them including meal preparation, dressing, bathing, transportation to and from school and activities, preparing them for activities,...
Heather can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I would love to be the nanny thats part of the family. Im available for long term care as well as spur of the moment times.
I've taken care of a multitude of children with different needs.
Please reach out if you have any questions at all.
I look forward to hearing from you!!
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Samantha immediately developed a rapport with my 5 year old son. She was punctual, personable and flexible. I would recommend her for your family as well."
Lisa S.
Jennifer F.
Saratoga Springs, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Looking for extra work on the weekends and possibly Monday and Fridays. Date nights. Weekend stays and during the day care. Whatever you need I'm here to help your weekends go smoothly and hopefully get you out to have a little fun and enjoy yourself while you relax knowing your sweet babes are safe.
Hello families! I am an...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We had one, then two little ones - a little girl followed by her brother. Jenny was great with both. Of course, our preference was never to leave either one of them with someone else, but Life prevented that possibility. Jenny was fantastic from the start. We...
Wallace M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I currently work full-time as a school administrator at a Montessori School in the Captial Region. I've been here for four years now and teach on occasion extracurricular and art courses.
I am looking for any part-time work for evenings, dates nights, weekends, etc. I have been working with children in a variety of...
Nicholle can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"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 me. She came over a night before and we showed her where everything is and took her through the bedtime...
Kim S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Mary can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
5.0
"Mary is an energetic and trustworthy caregiver who is great with my two children, ages 2.5 and 10 months. My children love her. She reads, plays, sings, and dances with them, and they always have a great time with her."
Katelyn D.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am looking to provide childcare in your home. I am a mom to a 26 yr old and 21 yr old twins who were premature.
I believe hands on experience is the best. I have been providing childcare since I was 16 years old. I have had some paid experience being a night nanny to infant twin boys. Besides having experience with twins I...
Tammy can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I have known Tammy for almost 30 years! I have watched her raise her now adult children since birth! She even raised twins. A boy and a girl. She did it with ease. Always patient. Always kind!"
Melissa P.
Paloma T.
Saratoga Springs, NY
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
4.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
I live in Saratoga Springs, and I was a live-in nanny for a 2-year-old, whom I have watched since he was 6 months old. After that, I worked for a family watching their newborn and a 3-year-old for two years. Also, during that same year, in the mornings, I would help four kids between 6-12 years old get ready for school in...
Paloma can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Our daughter is a little slow to warm to strangers and Paloma was both able to handle redirection and also keep things positive and fun for her. She's very flexible and quick to respond to text messages!"
Bridget B.
5.0
(2)
Hi! I'm a 25-year-old counseling grad student working as a Care Manager for Children M-F. I have 10 years experience. I have worked as a nanny for twins and babysat for kids on the spectrum. I have experience with all ages. I currently am looking for weekends and evenings to fill my schedule and help families out. I am COR...
Irelynn can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"I was fortunate enough to interview Irelynn and speak with her on the phone several times. Unfortunately I could not hire her at the time solely based on our change in needs. I think Irelynn is super personable and very knowledgeable in child care. She was honest...
Carolina V.
Hi!
I'm Emma! I am a 3rd Grade teacher in the area, and am looking for some jobs in the evenings and the weekends. I have years of experience in childcare, and a huge passion for working with kids!
I have worked in childcare settings ever since I've been able to work. I am flexible and able to adapt. Please let me know if you...
Emma can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
I was a live in Nanny in Marcellus NY in my youth and now at this ripe old age I still watch children some weekends. For friends! I'm taking a BLS course thru my job April 3rd. So I'll be CPR certified among other things.
Mickey can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Caileigh O.
Albany, NY
$15-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am a fun and energetic childcare worker who focuses on learning through play. I am 23 years old and currently finishing my college degree. I am a preschool teacher at a daycare as well as having experience being a lead instructor for a summer camp program and after-school program for children aged 7-14 years old. I have...
Caileigh can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
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Recent weekend nanny reviews from local parents in Alplaus, NY
Deanna H.
5.0
Deanna is a caring, kind, responsible and dependable caregiver for our two kids ages 2 and 5! She brings to the table years of experience in teaching various ages ranging from preschool to elementary school, and it absolutely shows in her ability to meet the kids where they are and mix education...
- Dorothea M.
Samantha M.
5.0
Samantha was wonderful with my children and I would hire her again! She played at the park with my 3 year old and he had so much fun.
- Valerie C.
Jennifer F.
5.0
We had one, then two little ones - a little girl followed by her brother. Jenny was great with both. Of course, our preference was never to leave either one of them with someone else, but Life prevented that possibility. Jenny was fantastic from the start. We felt, we KNEW, our kids were happy...
- Wallace M.
Nicholle G.
5.0
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 me. She came over a night before and we showed her where everything is and took her through the bedtime routine. After that she was good to...
- Kim S.
Mary D.
5.0
Mary Margaret is an exquisite person. She is highly dependable, hardworking, creative, funny, thoughtful and caring. She went all the way to prepare my daughter for her high school end of the year exams and papers. I found her dedication to my daughter's well-being, support and success incomparable....
- Francine P.
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FAQs for finding a weekend nanny near you in Alplaus, NY
Where can I find a weekend nanny near me in Alplaus, NY?
To find a weekend nanny near you in Alplaus, NY, you can search through 1 weekend nanny profiles to learn more about their hourly rates and to check out reviews from families who worked with them in the past.
How much does it cost to hire a weekend nanny near me in Alplaus, NY?
How much it costs to hire a weekend nanny near you in Alplaus, NY depends on a few factors. To start, it will cost much more to hire a nanny for a whole weekend than to hire one for a few hours, so it can be helpful to plan your budget around how much care you need for a weekend—especially if you want them to spend the night. Rates can vary due to factors like their years of experience and where you live, but typically weekend nanny rates near you are $25.00 per hour.
What questions should I ask in an interview when looking for a weekend nanny near me in Alplaus, NY?
To start, it can help to ask a potential weekend nanny, when interviewing candidates near you in Alplaus, NY, about their availability to make sure they can work the hours you need. Then, it’s a good idea to ask about their experience and how they would handle certain situations—such as resolving a fight between siblings. It can also be a good idea to ask them if they have any references you can contact.
What types of responsibilities do weekend nannies near me in Alplaus, NY take on?
When you hire a nanny on weekends, you can ask them to tackle a variety of different responsibilities. Alongside taking care of your children, they may be willing to help with cooking or light housework (like doing the kids’ laundry). Asking what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on is another great topic to bring up in an interview. You can review 1 profiles for weekend nanny near you in Alplaus, NY to get an idea of what responsibilities they tend to handle.
How can I safely hire a weekend nanny near me in Alplaus, NY?
All weekend nannies near you in Alplaus, NY found on Care.com are asked to complete a CareCheck, which is an annual background check. Their profile will have a badge on it that states if they completed this background check and when they completed it. However, we strongly advise you take your own steps to safely hire a weekend nanny, such as doing your own independent background check and requesting references from other families they worked with.