Find experienced babysitters in Canastota, NY

I love being a sitter because I love to provide children with fun learning experiences and a loving environment in addition to their home-life. I have 7 years of child care experience, I started babysitting when I was 18 including care for special needs children. I worked at a daycare caring for children ages 0-11 for 5 years. I am CPR and First-Aid certified, have 125 documented hours in early childhood education, as well as currently earning my associates in childhood education.

Hi, my name is Emily. I'm an aspiring writer and college graduate who's done various jobs and volunteer work with children since before high school. I've grown to love children for their humor, creativity, and general good-naturedness. Right now, I'm taking classes on early childhood education and development at Onondaga Community College. My plan is to get 9 credit hours, but I'm thinking of going further to earn the full 30-credit certificate and possibly taking some first aid/CPR classes. Due to my class schedule, I can only sit in the afternoon and evening right now.

Hi! My name is Adison Weisberg and I have lot of experience with kids. I work at the YMCA back home in Syracuse at their child watch program and also I work at a summer camp every summer. I am experienced with kids of all ages. I have changed lots of diapers and also helped kids potty train. I love kids and I love to engage with them and do fun stuff.

I am a fun, compassionate, reliable retired Pre-school teacher. I have worked in child care for the last 25 yrs just recently became a nanny. I am also a mother to 3 boys who are all grown up. I have extensive experience with infants up to 5 year olds. And have had some experience with older children.

Hi, my name is Jordan Bulger! I am 23 years old. I have been a babysitter since I was 13 years old starting with my cousins. I grew up with the nickname, baby whisperer. At the age of 16 I started working for school-age childcare at the YMCA until the age of 20. During that time I also did the YMCA summer camp two years in a row. For the past three years, I have been a nanny for two families and also have been doing babysitting jobs on the side with other families as well. I have a degree in forensic psychology and counseling. From the degree it gave me the skills of learning how to work with different age groups on an emotional level. Learning how to diffuse situations and to validate the feelings of children. I am extremely organized and I love to clean. I do have a car so if travel is necessary I am more than happy to do that. I’m perfectly comfortable with animals. I have plenty of experience working with different age groups starting at new borns to 12 years of age due to working at the YMCA and also with all the different families that I’ve worked for through the years through babysitting and nannying. I make it a priority to create a safe space for children and also create a healthy relationship with the parents I work for so that they know that their child is in the best care possible.

I am currently a graduate student studying music at DePaul. I have worked as a violin teacher and as a babysitter and nanny. As a babysitter I prefer to play boardgames, do crafts, read books or go for walks and avoid TV and/or iPad time. I am comfortable preparing meals.

Hi! My name is Natalie Corbin. I am dual enrolled for my senior year of high school and am also a first-year student at Onondaga Community College. I am studying education and psychology and have taken classes in child psychology. From a young age, I knew I wanted to work with children. For the past two years, I’ve cared for children ages 1–14, and I am comfortable watching up to three at a time. I’m a creative, friendly, and patient caregiver who enjoys board games, arts and crafts, and helping with homework. I am comfortable enforcing household rules and will communicate with parents as often as they’d like. I am certified in CPR and First Aid. I speak English and French. I love animals and am comfortable with all pets. I can also prepare meals, make bottles, and clean. Your child’s safety, happiness, and growth are my top priorities.

Hi! My name is Killian, I’m a 22 year old with a genuine passion for caring for kids. I worked at a daycare center for 3 years, but even before that have always been babysitting younger family. I’m super patient, actually enjoy building connections with littles, and am comfortable with ages ranging from 6 months to 5 years old. I’m CPR and first aid certified. I believe my only down is that I don’t have a car. As of right now my main transportation is my bike, but I am totally flexible and willing to take kids out on walks if you wanted to get your kids outside socially. Apart from caring, I’ve got skills in cooking, cleaning and teaching. I’m super passionate about what I do and I can’t wait to talk to you!

I have 29 ECE credits in early childhood education. Education ESM High School-Local Diploma Onondaga Community College- Associates Degree in Human Services specializing in Child Care. Experiences High School Junior year student taught kindergarten. Senior year student taught first grade and kindergarten. 2rd year college was placed with toddlers-one semester 3rd year was placed in more my focus point which was with pre-school. Also did lots of volunteer work through high school with older children for family and activity nights throughout the year. Skills: - Lots of childcare experience with relatives and children around me at my job always seem to make them laugh and be happy. - Love to sing and dance so I have a cheery personality when I'm around kids. - I like to be around and work with many different people-have people skills. - I like to keep busy and active and like to be doing things like keeping children busy and being active. I also will do over nights for $60 a night.

I have always worked with children since I was 12 years old and with over 25 years of experience in child development and family advocacy, I offer a comprehensive background rooted in early childhood education and hands-on care. I've worked nearly 15 years in licensed daycare settings— infant through school-age care—and 7 years as a Family Support Worker, where I partnered with parents and community resources to promote prenatal health and school readiness within the home. Currently serving as an elementary school secretary, I see and understand the emotional needs of modern families. As a mother of three young adults, I blend professional expertise with personal empathy, aiming to alleviate the stress of childcare for busy households through reliable, education-focused support.