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Suzanne H.
- 20 years paid experience
- 11 miles
Mom of two kids and 1 fur child! Public school teacher with 13 years of classroom experience and 7 years of administrative experience. Looking for babysitting jobs after school, evenings and / or weekends! Summer is my off season and I have much more availability. Have my own car and non smoking of course! First aid and CPR certified for infants and adults.
$25–45/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Flynn M.
We would definitely recommend Suzanne. We had her help out primarily with a one-year-old, while the parents were around but enjoying a big 40th birthday celebration. Suzanne kept the baby safe when he wanted to explore the pool and keeping him entertained so his parents could enjoy the weekend. She was patient and attentive, and really everything we needed. Thanks, Suzanne!
Lisa D.
- 20 years paid experience
- 5 miles
Why I Love Being a Sitter I’ve always loved caring for children—it comes naturally to me. As a mom of two and a former teacher, I know how important it is to create a safe, fun, and nurturing environment where kids feel seen and supported. I genuinely enjoy helping children grow, learn, and explore their unique personalities. Whether we’re reading stories, doing crafts, or just sharing a laugh, I find so much joy in building those special bonds. ⸻ My Experience My childcare journey started early—babysitting as a teen, then working summers as a camp counselor and certified lifeguard. I went on to earn a Master’s in Elementary Education and spent years teaching kindergarten, 2nd grade, and 6th grade. I also led the tennis program at Deer Mountain Day Camp, working with kids of all ages and skill levels. I’ve supported children in all stages of development and feel confident handling routines, schoolwork, playtime, and everything in between. ⸻ My Skills & Training • Master’s Degree in Elementary Education • Certified Lifeguard (past) • CPR & First Aid knowledge • Strong classroom management and communication skills • Experience with children from infants to pre-teens I’m patient, attentive, and calm under pressure—qualities that help children feel secure and help parents feel at ease. I’m currently looking for a part-time position that could grow into something more consistent or full-time down the line. I bring warmth, structure, and years of hands-on experience, and I’d love to find a family I can build a lasting relationship with.
$26–30/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Amanda C.
Lisa has been a big help with my toddler while I work remotely. She is always readily available and arrives with a big smile. You can tell she truly enjoys teaching through play and caring for children. I know my child is safe and happy when they play together, and that makes me feel great.
Josephine M.
- 17 years paid experience
- 12 miles
Hello! My name is Josefina, and I am a dedicated, compassionate, and highly experienced professional nanny with over 15 years of providing exceptional childcare to families of all ages. Caring for children has always been more than a career for me—it’s my passion. I take pride in creating a safe, nurturing, and loving environment where children can grow, learn, and thrive. Throughout my career, I have cared for newborns, infants, toddlers, school-aged children, and multiples. I understand that every child is unique, and I tailor my approach to support each child’s developmental, emotional, and educational needs Whether it’s establishing routines, preparing healthy meals, organizing engaging activities, helping with homework, or encouraging social and emotional development, I strive to provide dependable, attentive care every day. I have experience working with busy professional families and understand the importance of being reliable, organized, flexible, and maintaining complete confidentiality I enjoy planning age\-appropriate educational activities, reading, arts and crafts, outdoor play, and helping children build confidence, independence, and positive manners. I hold professional childcare certifications, including CPR and First Aid certification, and I remain committed to following the highest safety standards. My goal is always to give parents peace of mind, knowing their children are safe, happy, and well cared for while they are away. Families describe me as warm, trustworthy, patient, dependable, and nurturing\. I value open communication and work closely with parents to ensure consistency in routines, expectations, and childcare goals. I look forward to becoming a trusted part of a family’s support system and creating meaningful, lasting relationships while helping children reach their fullest potential.
$20–25/hr
Sandra R.
- 10 years paid experience
- 14 miles
Hello Parents, Welcome to My Profile 😄 and a School year of 2026-2027. Hope all is well. I want to let you know, I am available on September 2026-2027 School year, to help families care for their child/children, throughout the after school hours. I have a College Masters Degree in Bilingual (Spanish) Education in Elementary school. I am a US citizen, with an excellent driving record, and someone you can definitely trust. I have 15+years working with families to care for their children from Pre-School to Elementary. My position as a Babysitter has been successful due to my experiences and dedication working and teaching in a classroom setting. The most important aspect is to focus on the Child/Children development, safety and make sure their needs are met. My Babysitting duties at work are: Homework-help, learning through play, preparing snack, light food and laundry, if required. Also, I can help with the care of a dog or a cat. If you think, I might be a good match for your family. I would love to speak with you furthermore. Thank you so much for visiting my profile. ***References are ready to review, upon request. Looking forward to hearing from you soon. Thank you! 😊 Sincerely yours, Sandra R. West Nyack, New York
$25–35/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Jody T.
Very caring and professional. Very fortunate to encounter someone that cares so much about the wellbeing and safety of my child.
Hellen A.
- 6 years paid experience
- 14 miles
Bilingual Child Care Provider & Postpartum Doula l've been supporting families since 2020. I have experience caring for infants and preschool-aged children in both home and school settings. I enjoy working with children of all ages and am CPR-certified. I recently completed postpartum doula training and look forward to continuing to support families in this role. Please feel free to reach out with any questions. | look forward to connecting with you!
$25–30/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Anne-Louise J.
Hellen was God-sent to me with my twin daughters. She started with us since they were 6 months old and was such a kind and caring babysitter. She is reliable and consistent and communicates very well. She also takes feedback well. The girls loved her and still mention her name. Anyone would be lucky to have her.
Laila Z.
- 6 years paid experience
- 10 miles
I'm a warm, energetic babysitter with over 7 years of experience caring for children from newborns to school age. I specialise in creating engaging routines, promoting early development, and building strong trusting relationships with families. I’m a CPR, First Aid and EpiPen certified.
$28–32/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Jill Y.
We feel so lucky to have Laila caring for our little one full-time. Being a mom of four herself, her experience shines through in every interaction, but she’s also wonderfully respectful of how we want to raise our child and follows our routines effortlessly. She is incredibly attentive, kind, and always manages to get big smiles out of our baby. Any family would be lucky to have her!
Lizzy M.
- 4 years paid experience
- 14 miles
Personally I am a very friendly person and a college student. Currently enrolling to become a nurse I like to take care of people and mostly kids being a older sister I have the patience and understand single moms and married couples with needing help for their loved ones. I will do the work of babysitting just because its something I like to do. I understand the economy is down and most families will not be able to pay high but I will be negotiable and understand. I would like to help for weekend babsitting and help families out.
$15–20/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Edwin I.
Lizzy was very responsive to us and very kind to our boy. She made sure there was everything to know about our 22 month old and she delivered on her promise of taking care of him. Sadly this was a one time thing since we are not from NJ. If otherwise I would definitely hire her as our regular nanny. Hopefully next time we visit NJ she’ll be around.
Jenine D.
- 10 years paid experience
- 13 miles
For the past 10 years I have served as a baby sitter working with children ages, two weeks to 15 years old including children with down syndrome, autism, bi-polar, and mild special needs cases. Since 2005, I have been employed by the Board of Education working with children preK- grade5. In addition, I have training in CPR, EpiPen, and first aid certification. I try to be as flexible as possible when I am working with my kids, by doing things they enjoy doing, as well as, parent preferences. I enjoy playing with the children outside, reading, playing board and computer games, swimming, playing with dolls, legos, trains, painting, watching appropriate television shows and/or movies, and of course homework when necessary. Presently I am looking for weekend work, but after June 23rd, the school year will come to a close and I will be available throughout the summer months, and into the school year. I have a number of references that are available for your review, upon request.
$12–20/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Carol M.
Jenine is a wonderful sitter and a lovely person. She is prompt, polite and very kind. Our daughter is very sensitive but it did not take long for her to warm up to Jenine. She knows how to assess the temperment and mood of a child and make them feel at ease. We feel secure when our 3 year old is in her care.
Molly M.
- 1 year paid experience
- 6 miles
Hi I’m Molly! I’m a comic book artist, looking for extra work! I absolutely adore children, and believe there’s nothing more fulfilling than helping families. I have previous nannying experience in college. I nannied for a 2-year-old boy and 5-year-girl. I also have my very own 5-year-old sister, so I’ve seen every meltdown, every smelly diaper, and every crazy situation you can imagine! I have additional mental healthy training from my experience as a peer mentor at Montclair State University (however, those were very big kids!!) As an artist, I have a very active imagination so we can definitely play pretend, make cookies (not to brag, but my fiancé thinks I make the best chocolate chip cookies), or do whatever the kiddos want—within reason of course, haha!
$20–30/hr
Michelle D.
- 4 years paid experience
- 15 miles
Hi Parents! My name is Michelle, and I’m a childcare professional from rockland county area. I have several years of experience caring for children of different ages, including toddlers and young children. I’ve worked as a teacher’s assistant in Pearl River, NY, caring for toddlers ages 18–24 months, as well as providing private babysitting for families in the area. I truly enjoy working with children and creating a safe, comfortable, and fun environment for them. I’m patient, dependable, attentive, and understand how important it is for parents to feel comfortable with the person caring for their child. I’m also happy to help with age-appropriate activities, meals, routines, playtime, and keeping children engaged throughout the day. I’m a fluent English speaker, a non-smoker, and I’m happy to provide references upon request. Thank you for taking the time to view my profile! I’d love the opportunity to learn more about your family and see if I’d be a good fit for your childcare needs. I look forward to hearing from you! — Michelle
$18–22/hr
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