What is the going rate for babysitters in East Meadow, 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 East Meadow, 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 East Meadow, 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 East Meadow, NY

Martha K.

2 years paid experience
14 miles

$ 20–25/hr

(1)

Hello, I’ve always been a big part of caring for my nephews and cousins. I’m very well educated and caring person. My first language is English but my mom is Spanish and my father is Greek, so when it comes to languages I’m fluent in Spanish and know a few words in Greek (still learning). I’ve alway...

$ 20–25/hr

Jolene A.

20 years paid experience
2 miles

$ 12–20/hr

(2)

Hi! I'm a mom with over 30 yrs experience. I am available to watch your child in my home. I have a cushioned playmat and toys to engage child. I am CPR first aid and AED qualified. Please consider coming to meet me and see my play area! I am also open to come to you if my schedule allows it.

$ 12–20/hr

Maria M.

20 years paid experience
11 miles

$ 15–25/hr

(1)

I am available to work anytime. I live in Glen Cove. I have worked for over 20 years as a Teacher’s Assistant, as a tutor , as a babysitter, etc. I love working with children of all ages, working along their parents goals and consider it an honor to take part in educating your children.

$ 15–25/hr

Felicia K.

10 years paid experience
7 miles

$ 20–25/hr

(2)

I am a college graduate with child care experience with both boys and girls and brothers and sisters of all ages. My experience ranges from toddler & infant care, teens, regularly scheduled date nights, and overnights. I also have experience with children on the spectrum. I take care of childr...

$ 20–25/hr

Maryam K.

5 years paid experience
4 miles

$ 18–30/hr

(4)

Hello! I am an engergetic , enthusiastic , caring individual that loves being around children and more importantly I think they love being around me as well! I easily adapt to change and I understand that each child is different and must be taken care of accordingally. I am currently not working or ...

$ 18–30/hr

Alice B.

6 years paid experience
12 miles

$ 17–30/hr

(1)

Welcome to my Bio. I'm a mature woman who comes with a full life of wonderful experiences, I have raised my own Son NYU Class of 2011, my corporate background was as an administrator for the major hospital in NYC. I've been a Nanny now for 6 years for two beautiful boys one 7yrs old, the other about...

$ 17–30/hr

Anne-Lorraine R.

6 years paid experience
10 miles

$ 18–30/hr

(2)

Hello there! My name is Anne and I have been a babysitter for six years. I have experience babysitting kids from ages 1 years old- 10 years old.. three kids at a time. I love what i do. I do meal preparation, homework with them, bathe them, etc. I am also very active, so there is more playing outsid...

$ 18–30/hr

Lina K.

6 years paid experience
5 miles

$ 20–30/hr

(1)

Good day! My name is Lina and I’m 23 years old! I’m currently doing my masters in childhood speech language pathology to work with more children in my nearby future. I am a responsible, caring, entertaining and reliable caregiver when it comes to children. I’ve had a great amount of experience work...

$ 20–30/hr

Amaris L.

18 years paid experience
11 miles

$ 18–25/hr

(2)

Nanny with 18 years experience caring for newborns to pre teens. Cpr certified Willing to drive... Own car Able to work on the books Incredible references. I enjoy reading and being silly with children. Doing age appropriate activities. Going for walks and exploring the surroundings Great...

$ 18–25/hr

Jillian Y.

7 years paid experience
6 miles

$ 18–22/hr

(2)

Hi, my name is Jillian! PLEASE do not read any further if you are looking for a nanny, as I'm only looking for babysitting jobs that are a maximum of once per week. I'm a college graduate with 6 years of daycare experience, 8 years of babysitting, and 6 years of children's hospital volunteer exp...

$ 18–22/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.