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9 weekend nannies are listed in Ithaca, NY
The average rate is $22/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby weekend nannies is 7 years
Weekend nannies in Ithaca, NY
5.0
(12)
Hired by 21 families in your neighborhood
Sundays are currently open! Hello! I am a baby Nanny, from the first day to 30 months. My approach is intuitive, connected, creative, and playful. I am reliable, a great communicator, and lead from the heart. My goal is to help your baby flourish and thrive, as they grow, explore and discover their environment.
You can also...
Lisa Ann can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lisa was very understanding, accommodating and warm toward our son that had a hard time being apart from his parents. She was easy to communicate with as well. Thank you Lisa for all your help!"
Clara P.
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Laney, and I'm a recent grad from Ithaca College. Currently, I am looking to find opportunities outside of my 9-5, and I am happy to babysit for the occasional date night/overnight/early mornings/late nights, etc. Not only do I babysit, but I'm also a dog, chicken, and cat sitter! Whatever you may need, I will...
Laney can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Exley! During the school year I work full time as a teaching assistant in special education so I am only available in the afternoons, during breaks and occasional weekends. I'm currently a full time online student studying to get my bachelor's degree in social work. I'm the oldest of 7 children, so I've been babysitting...
Exley can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Exley was amazing! She was very flexible with our crazy changing schedules and we couldn't have been happier with her. Our son has a speech delay and she went above and beyond to help him. We felt completely at ease when our son was in her care. Unfortunately we...
Emily H.
Hi! My name is Liz and I have worked with children throughout my life in many capacities. As the daughter of a pre school teacher and college professor, I was fortunate to have the opportunity to learn how to teach children and maximize their creativity and imagination. I am currently a social worker in pediatrics, and am...
Elizabeth can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am an undergrad student at Ithaca College. I am living in Ithaca for the summer, taking a summer course, and completing an internship. I have availability weekdays and weekends.
I have experience as a nanny and babysitter. I babysat and nannied for a family from the time there son was 2 to the time he was 5. I can provide...
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My goal is to empower kids to be curious and respectful, and to give them as much independence as possible. I have > 9 years of professional experience caring for and educating kids. I worked with kids from diverse backgrounds and ages (5-18) as a STEM and Education Specialist for the Club for 6 years. I was active planning...
Savannah can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Savannah has been fantastic with our twins! She's timely, communicates well, and reliable! She has helped them grow and explore the world around them over the last few months! "
Erica M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Daria. I am a 28 yo trained doula, herbalist and farmer. I'm caring and patient, and I try to keep an eye on the needs of both children and parents. I'm CPR/AED certified for infants, children and adults. I'm happy to help with laundry, cooking, or any other needs. I have several excellent references that I'd...
Daria can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Daria is our current caregiver to our 15 month old son. She has been working with us for 5 months - therefore, she has participated in a lot of developmental changes as our 10 month old became a toddler (night routines, bottles, solids, walking, sign language,...
Christina L.
Tasfia K.
Ithaca, NY
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Tess and I am a recent graduate of Cornell University. I love working with children and have two years experience as a part time nanny for four children and 5 years experience of casual babysitting. I have also worked in after school/summer school programs. I currently work full time from Tuesday-Saturday, but I...
Tasfia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Linnea B.
Trumansburg, NY
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional With 10+ Yrs Experience; Nannying, Housesitting & Dog-care!
5.0
(2)
*Currently available for occasional nannying (working full time at Cornell) weeknights and weekends*
As a social worker by trade, my professional career has been centered in advocating and caring for youth in elementary, middle and high schools. While maintaining a career, I've also always been a nanny for families in every...
Linnea can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Linnea is an incredibly caring, patient and all around wonderful person. She has always been very professional in our interactions, and takes her roll as a babysitter very seriously. With my two kids she is joyous, imaginative, playful, and gives them her full...
Frances N.
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Recent weekend nanny reviews from local parents in Ithaca, NY
Lisa Ann B.
5.0
Lisa provided all-day care for our 4-6 month old child several days per week. She is highly experienced, and she shows great flexibility when adjusting to meet a child's needs. Lisa is also friendly and respectful to parents. We had no worries leaving Lisa and our child at home while away at work....
- Care member
Exley B.
5.0
Exley has been a huge blessing to our family. Her experience working with special needs kids makes a big difference for us since we have 2 boys on the autism spectrum. Exley is creative, attentive, patient, and responsible. Our boys love her and always look forward to when she comes over. We so...
- Kimberly F.
Savannah P.
5.0
Savannah has been fantastic with our twins! She's timely, communicates well, and reliable! She has helped them grow and explore the world around them over the last few months!
- Erica M.
Daria B.
5.0
Daria is our current caregiver to our 15 month old son. She has been working with us for 5 months - therefore, she has participated in a lot of developmental changes as our 10 month old became a toddler (night routines, bottles, solids, walking, sign language, talking). She is extremely thoughtful...
- Christina L.
Linnea B.
5.0
Linnea loves children and, that shines through when you see her with them! She is patient, kind, respectful and creative. We would recommend her wholeheartedly
- Peter B.
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FAQs for finding a weekend nanny near you in Ithaca, NY
Where can I find a weekend nanny near me in Ithaca, NY?
To find a weekend nanny near you in Ithaca, NY, you can search through 8 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 Ithaca, NY?
How much it costs to hire a weekend nanny near you in Ithaca, 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 $22.25 per hour.
What questions should I ask in an interview when looking for a weekend nanny near me in Ithaca, NY?
To start, it can help to ask a potential weekend nanny, when interviewing candidates near you in Ithaca, 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 Ithaca, 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 8 profiles for weekend nanny near you in Ithaca, NY to get an idea of what responsibilities they tend to handle.
How can I safely hire a weekend nanny near me in Ithaca, NY?
All weekend nannies near you in Ithaca, 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.
Ratings for Ithaca, NY weekend nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Weekend Nannies in Ithaca, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 9 listed weekend nannies.