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Hello! I am Taylor, when I'm not working I spend my time running, doing yoga or crafting one of the many things I find online. I nannied for a family I found through Care. com for 3 years and then went on to finish college and work full time in the holistic medicine field. I have more availability now and am looking to do some...
Taylor can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello parents!
I have been working in child care for the past six years as a part time -while I was attending school- and full time. Currently I'm looking for a babysitter/nanny position on weekends and occasional date nights during the week. I'm infant qualified, CPR and first aid certified and I have experience taking care of...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'm looking for a job that can utilize my skills as a parent of adult children and love of children to add to their own family to help create wonderful summer memories !
Marie P.
Farmingville, NY
$25-31/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving Mother/Grandmother Seeking A Child Care Position
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am the mother of 5 grown children and the grandmother of 9 ages infant through 15. I previously worked for a non-profit human services agency with children. I am background screened through NY State Central Registry and the Justice Center and I am safe to work with children. My availability is in Monday through Sunday....
Marie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Very experienced just not a fit for us but would be perfect for most!"
Brigitte G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Nicole. I have 20+ years experience working with children. My Child Care experiences include being a Toddler Teacher, running Before Care and After Care Programs, summer camps, and babysitting. I have my Bachelor's degree in Social Work and worked in the field for 11 years. I am Infant, Child and Adult CPR and...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nicole has been such a fun companion for my two-year-old son. He is all smiles every time I tell him that Nicole is coming to play. They have a great time whether it is playing at the beach or just in our sink. I'm so glad to have found such a reliable and...
Amy C.
Emily R.
Port Jefferson Station, NY
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello there! Are you looking for a nanny/sitter for date nights or weekends? My name is Emily and I am a graduate of the University of CT. I earned a bachelors degree in Human Development and Family Sciences while also participating in various youth development programs within the local community. I spent 3 summers as a senior...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Emily became a favorite from day 1. Her calm and professional manner made us at ease leaving our newborn and 3 year old in her care. This was 4+ years ago! The two of them have come to love her so much that they ask all the time for her even when she’s not...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, It's Cansu. We just moved to Merrick 2 months ago. I lived in New York for 5 years. Then lived in San Diego for 3 years. I have more than 6 years babysitting experience between newborn to 10 years old kids. I worked as a nanny with too many families for a long time and for some date nights and weekends.
Now I have 10 months...
Cansu can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Cansu is the best. She took wonderful care of our two little girls - she picked them up from school, played with them, made them delicious food, gave them baths and really loved them like they were her family. I can’t say enough good things about her. She also was...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Emmy- I'm an experienced nanny and sitter with formal training in childcare best practices, Montessori-style care, and early childhood education.
I believe that children thrive when they feel heard, supported, and confident to explore the world around them! I love reading, arts and crafts, and being outdoors.
I...
Emmy can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Emmy is the most phenomenal nanny or babysitter you could ever hire. That is not hyperbole, that is an absolute fact. We hired Emmy full-time to care for our then 1.5 year-old daughter, and she was the most joyful, responsible, engaged, reliable and wonderful...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have 1 year of experience in daycare but I have done many years (6) of being a babysitter and nanny. I can help with Cooking/Meal Preparation and Laundry. I used to work as a cook, so I can definitely cook for your children even if they have certain diets or allergies . I have worked at day cares and I also have worked as a...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"She very understanding, caring. She help take care of my elderly grandma.cooked and cleaning up. Very professional highly recommend. A++++"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello
I am a warm , fun , compassionate 54 yr old woman mother of two grown children . I also have a 20 yr plus medical background working in cardiology (mostly geriatrics) licensed Med Assistant & phlebotomist as well. I cared for a 92 yr old amazing & loving woman during the pandemic until now . She is residing to Florida...
Stacey can also help with: Meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Stacey was an absolute Godsend to my family. I was juggling too much with 3 kids, an online business and a teaching job. My husband was traveling a lot for his job at the time. Stacey came into our lives at the perfect time. I was getting very stressed & felt that...
Allison M.
Nancy H.
Bethpage, NY
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have been a nanny for 22 years. I basically work for school teachers because I like having the time off like a teachers schedule. Right now I have 2 boys that I take to school in the morning Monday through Friday! I am done at 9 o'clock. I love children and I love what I do. In good times I love to take children to parks,...
Nancy can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"She is a baby whisperer and calms my fussy baby to sleep. She is punctual as she is friendly, thoughtful, and like a family to us. Grateful for the work that you do, the love and passion you put into it, and the calm aura that you exude. The first time I met Nancy,...
Mary R.
Dafne G.
Northport, NY
$22-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Fun And Caring Sitter And Sometimes A Little Bit Of A Chef Too
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Dafne and I work and live in Northport and I'm looking for a part time job for September. I'll be available for mornings until 2 p.m. . I'm free for date nights and weekends too!
Dafne can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Dafne is the type of nanny that will play with your kids but also firm when needed and god knows I needed one for my 3 year olds twins and my teenager daughter. She was an au pair before she became part of our family and also a teacher back in her country so she...
Carol W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Amy, I'm 27 and work full time as an accounting associate. On the weekends I teach at a swim school working with multiple toddlers per session. I do like to think of myself as patient, observant and reliable. I also love pets! My family has 4 dogs so I'm used to kids and animals running around! I look forward to...
Amy can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We had a great experience with Amy! We would definitely hire her again. My daughter loved her!"
Ellene W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Jessica and I love working with people especially children. Since my high school years, I have been a summer camp counselor and nanny for local families. In college I had the opportunity to work with special education students, ages 18-21, with internships, socialization, and classroom skills.
Available : weekends
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
5.0
"Jessica babysat for my 3 kids (ages 4, 5, and 6). They had a lot of fun playing with her and she was very dependable. We definitely would hire her again for another date night."
Celeste B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I'm an easy-going, trustworthy single Mom who loves kids and likes to stay busy! I currently work part time but am always looking to add hours to my schedule. I currently have availability on Monday & Tuesday any time, weekday evenings, amd Fri/Sat evenings for date nights. I'm Infant/Child CPR & First Aid certified and bring a...
Laureen can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Laureen is very responsive with messages. She even came to our house before the job to meet with us. She arrived early to pick up our kids from the school bus and drove them to different activities. She did everything we instructed and went beyond. Our kids are...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Available school breaks, weekends and summer. Energetic, creative Nanny with more than 20 years paid experience. I have had the pleasure of working as a nanny for many years for ages newborn to teenagers and love what I do. I have many excellent references. Certified Red Cross Adult/Child/Baby/First Aid/CPR/AED. A typical day...
Erin can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is a great person. We love having her be apart of our daily lives to help care for our children.
She is fun, responsible, caring and trustworthy. My children are excited to see her everyday and we have no worries at all while we are at work that our...
Samantha B.
5.0
(2)
Hello. My name is Doreen. I am a mature lady who loves children of all ages. I can cook n do light cleaning and I love playing with the kids! I have a keen sense knowing what is going on all around me so you can rest assure your children will be completely safe with me! I drive excellent and I do have my own vehicle! If it's...
Doreen can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Doreen is a warm, loving, funny, responsible and respectful person and sitter. She takes care of my three kids and cooks for them, drives them where they need to go (she has her own car), picks them up at school, plays with them, and loves them. She also runs...
Renni S.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Available for full-time, part-time, date nights, weekends, and overnights - adaptable schedule to fit your needs. Experience: Over 15 years of experience working with children. The most children I watched at a time was eight. My experience includes working with ages ranging as young as newborns all the way up to the teen years,...
Meghan can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My children enjoyed hanging out with Meaghan. We will definitely use her again!"
Erika L.
Justine C.
Farmingdale, NY
$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Justine and I am 23 years old. I am currently getting my masters in special education. I have been watching over kids for as long as I can remember. I am a live in nanny on the weekends. I watch 3 children , a newborn, a 2-year-old, and a 5-year-old. I have never considered being a nanny/babysitter a job because...
I graduated with my Bachelors degree in Elementary Education and Early Childhood Special Education in May 2018. I was an Early Childhood Special Education teacher for 2 years in Michigan and then moved to New York. I have been a full time nanny for the last 2 years to 3 kiddos (7 years, 5 years, and 3 years). My time in the...
Kelsey can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
CNA
CPR
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Recent weekend nanny reviews from local parents in Islip, NY
Marie P.
5.0
Very experienced just not a fit for us but would be perfect for most!
- Brigitte G.
Nicole G.
5.0
Nicole has been such a fun companion for my two-year-old son. He is all smiles every time I tell him that Nicole is coming to play. They have a great time whether it is playing at the beach or just in our sink. I'm so glad to have found such a reliable and positive caregiver!
- Amy C.
Emily R.
5.0
Emily is absolutely amazing! We were very lucky to have met Emily as our daughter’s daycare co-teacher and she started sitting for us in 2021 when she moved on to another job. It was so reassuring to have a sitter with professional childcare experience for our then infant and 2 year old girls. Emily...
- Care member
Cansu E.
5.0
Cansu is the best. She took wonderful care of our two little girls - she picked them up from school, played with them, made them delicious food, gave them baths and really loved them like they were her family. I can’t say enough good things about her. She also was super sweet and helpful with our...
- Care member
Emmy W.
5.0
Emmy is the most phenomenal nanny or babysitter you could ever hire. That is not hyperbole, that is an absolute fact. We hired Emmy full-time to care for our then 1.5 year-old daughter, and she was the most joyful, responsible, engaged, reliable and wonderful presence in our daughter's life. Emmy's...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a weekend nanny near you in Islip, NY
Where can I find a weekend nanny near me in Islip, NY?
To find a weekend nanny near you in Islip, 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 Islip, NY?
How much it costs to hire a weekend nanny near you in Islip, 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 $21.00 per hour.
What questions should I ask in an interview when looking for a weekend nanny near me in Islip, NY?
To start, it can help to ask a potential weekend nanny, when interviewing candidates near you in Islip, 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 Islip, 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 Islip, NY to get an idea of what responsibilities they tend to handle.
How can I safely hire a weekend nanny near me in Islip, NY?
All weekend nannies near you in Islip, 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.