What is the going rate for babysitters in Centereach, NY?

The national typical hourly rate in 2021 is $17.00 for babysitters. When deciding how much to pay your babysitter, it’s important to set a competitive rate to attract the best caregivers. But there are lots of factors to think about when determining the cost of child care. Use Sittercity’s chart to determine the most appropriate babysitting rate by hourly wage by location.

How do I find a babysitter for my kids in Centereach, NY?

Start by posting a job that details your needs for free on Sittercity. Your job will be shared with a community of available babysitters. Interested sitters will apply directly to your job and you’ll be notified via email and on the platform. From there, conduct interviews with your favorites. Once you’ve narrowed your search, start vetting individual babysitters by running background checks and checking references before the job officially starts.

What kind of babysitters can I find in Centereach, NY?

You can find babysitters for in-home care or for a virtual sitting. Babysitters can help families with managing strict schedules, transportation to activities, homework help, last-minute coverage, date nights, and more.

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Available babysitters in Centereach, NY

rebecca p.

16 years paid experience
12 miles

$ 15–30/hr

(2)

I am a 30 year old female. I have been babysitting for over 16 years. I'm experienced with newborns through teens. Working mainly with infants, toddlers and young school age. I am everything from an occasional babysitter, to a full time nanny. I even night nanny/new born nanny. I have worked with a...

$ 15–30/hr

Jessie K.

10 years paid experience
11 miles

$ 10–30/hr

(3)

Hi there! My name is Jessie and I am a 26-year-old student looking to complete my math degree and start a nursing degree. I have babysat since I was 14 years old. I am reliable, respectful, fun, loving, caring, energetic, and so much more! I had worked at a daycare for six years watching children fr...

$ 10–30/hr

Gillian W.

7 years paid experience
4 miles

$ 18–25/hr

(1)

Hello! I am a SUNY Oswego graduate with a Bachelors in Human Development and a minor in Nutrition. While living on Long Island , I had babysat since I was about 15/16 years old. The highest amount of children I've taken care of at once is about 3-4 starting at age 3. In additions to having my own tr...

$ 18–25/hr

stephanie w.

20 years paid experience
2 miles

$ 25–30/hr

(2)

As a nanny for over 25 years, I have enjoyed working for many different families that are now part of my extended family. I know the importance of having a reliable, honest and caring child caregiver. During the school year I care for 6 children, ranging from birth and up. Some of my responsibilitie...

$ 25–30/hr

Gabriela D.

7 years paid experience
14 miles

$ 20–30/hr

(3)

edit to add: I've been a nurse for 4 years now, and this year I got a position on the NICU at a local hospital. It was a dream of mine going back to work with children/babies after many years of babysitting. I also have a daughter myself (she is 3 years old now). Although, Im not available to babysi...

$ 20–30/hr

Corey S.

10 years paid experience
14 miles

$ 15–25/hr

(1)

Hello! My name is Corey. I work full-time and am also a part-time student. I have been working with children for 10 years now. I used to teach sailing lessons in the village of Patchogue, and I am now currently working as a Mental Health Counselor for a non-profit organization. I have also worked f...

$ 15–25/hr

AnnMarie M.

9 years paid experience
6 miles

$ 25–30/hr

(1)

Hi there! My name is AnnMarie Murray, friends and family call me Annie. I graduated from Ithaca College in 2018 with a bachelors in Communication Management and Design. I’m currently a nanny for two beautiful 7 month old twins, but am excited to be moving into Brooklyn on February 1st. I would love ...

$ 25–30/hr

Samantha m.

10 years paid experience
4 miles

$ 20–25/hr

(4)

My name is Samantha, I usually go by Sam. My childcare experience includes 10+ years of babysitting for children from newborns to teens, full time nannying, vacation nannying and babysitting, 2 years as a pre-k assistant teacher working with 4 and 5 yr olds, 2+ years of daycare experience working w...

$ 20–25/hr

Odalie C.

2 years paid experience
11 miles

$ 15–20/hr

(1)

My name is odalie cardoza I currently Am studying for a preschool teacher , I’m patient, loving , caring and fun to be with and I love to be organized

$ 15–20/hr

Karen G.

10 years paid experience
7 miles

$ 20–25/hr

(7)

I am a mom of two grown boys who are now adults and are independent and happy. I Love children and I would be an asset to your household by giving high quality care to your children. I am caring, trustworthy, very reliable, very responsible and most of all.... experienced with children. I give ...

$ 20–25/hr

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Babysitting FAQs

Start by posting a job that details your needs for free on Sittercity. Your job will be shared with a community of available babysitters. Interested sitters will apply directly to your job and you’ll be notified via email and on the platform. From there, conduct interviews with your favorites. Once you’ve narrowed your search, start vetting individual babysitters by running background checks and checking references before the job officially starts.