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Iivanilde M.

20 years paid experience
3 miles

$28–30/hr

Hello I’m Ivone matos! 53 years old speak English live in Port Chester ny very responsible trustworthy person Very interested in your work. I have a wonderful reference great experience with various works job’s babysitter, clean houses apartment pets runs and errands I have I own car clean drive license very flexible friendly and easy to deal I can work on weekends any times love pets I can watch pets in case your needs I can cook do laundry make companion for older sleep over in case need.

$28–30/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Jose P.

Iivanilde was super great, with my grandparents! They were both so grateful to have someone to care for them just how a family member would do, treat them like they were family and that is exactly what iivanilde did with my Nonna and papa. So thank you, iivanilde! From the bottom of my heart. I truly recommend her for others to hire. If you want someone that you think would feel like a family member she is the right candidate for the position to care for others in your house or department or hospital. She is super great, flexible, reliable and responsible. Super funny and joy to be around at all times!

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Jennifer H.

10 years paid experience
11 miles

$25–35/hr

Hello Beautiful people, I have been with 3 families from this nanny app beautiful familys great experience (long term jobs) I’ve also been with companies Like Home Aglow , Dazzling Cleaning I have also worked as a Home Health Aid in New York City! Caring for Kids and elderly people is a passion of mine ! I love to make people happy and help in anyway possible! I truly believe in treating people the way I or a family of mine would want to be treated! Thank you for taking the time to read my Bio and I truly hope you take me into consideration ! For any private work please feel free to call my Business Number (646)509-9525

$25–35/hr

Recent review:

5.0

MELINDA G.

I used Sittercity for the first time and was honestly super hesitant about booking someone, but I’m so glad I found Jennifer! From the moment my daughter saw her, she seemed to pick up on Jennifer’s energy right away and was happy and comfortable with her the entire time. That gave me such peace of mind, especially since this was my first time using the app. This was also a very last-minute request, but Jennifer was available, responded to my initial message so quickly, and was incredibly responsive anytime I had a question. She was so sweet, attentive, and great with my daughter. Honestly, I’m almost glad my original babysitter fell through because it led me to Jennifer! She is definitely someone I will be booking again in the future. I highly recommend her!

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Sandra R.

10 years paid experience
14 miles

$25–35/hr

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 Maters 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

Craig M.

I am highly recommend Sandra R. to anyone needing childcare based on her time working with our family as an after-school caregiver and driver for our son. Sandra was responsible for picking up our 5-year-old son from preschool each weekday and safely transporting him home. From the very beginning, she demonstrated professionalism, reliability, and genuine care for our child. Before accepting the position, Sandra requested to meet our family in person, which immediately showed her commitment to ensuring a good fit and establishing trust with both parents and child. Throughout the time she worked with us, Sandra was exceptionally dependable. She was always punctual and, most importantly, she never canceled on us. As working parents, knowing we could count on her every day provided tremendous peace of mind. On the rare occasions when our plans changed unexpectedly, Sandra was flexible and accommodating, making every effort to help us adjust on short notice. Sandra has a natural ability to connect with children. She consistently engaged our son in conversation, making the daily pickup and ride home an enjoyable experience rather than just a transportation service. He looked forward to seeing her each day and was always comfortable in her care. It was clear that she genuinely cared about his well-being and happiness. In addition to being reliable and caring, Sandra frequently went above and beyond what was expected. On several occasions, she thoughtfully brought homemade food for our family, a gesture that reflected her kindness and generosity. Her warmth and dedication were evident in everything she did. Sandra was always professional, trustworthy, and safety-conscious. Her background in education and extensive childcare experience were apparent in the way she interacted with our child and handled her responsibilities. We always felt confident that our son was in safe and capable hands. I wholeheartedly recommend Sandra to any family seeking a dependable, caring, and experienced caregiver. She has been a wonderful support to our family, and I am confident she will be an asset to any household fortunate enough to work with her. Sincerely, Craig Pearl River, NY

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Althea J.

30 years paid experience
13 miles

$18–30/hr

Hello my name is Althea. I have been a mother for over 30 years and raised three children of my own. I have been a nanny for about the same amount of time. I currently work the local school district as a monitor working with elementary school through high school students. I really love children and i've worked with children of various ages.

$18–30/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Michelle G.

Althea is caring and friendly toward our children. She is always available on short notice, extremely helpful and demonstrated excellent behavior management skills. Our family is lucky to know her!

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Annmarie D.

3 years paid experience
14 miles

$25–30/hr

Hey families! I’m Annmarie. I’m a sitter from NYC. I’m also a middle school teacher. During the summer my availability is more open so I’m able to work weekdays and weekends. I have tons of experience with all ages. I’m super hands on and engaging with all children. I even like lending a hand around the home if needed. I can prepare meals and follow any routines in place. I have more availability this summer. I love outdoor activities and events so if you’d like your little one to explore the outdoors then i’m a perfect fit! I do have my own vehicle as well and I’m CPR certified. I look forward to hearing from new families! Thank you :)

$25–30/hr

Recent review:

5.0

sheree M.

I would definitely use AnnMarie's help again. She watched my 5 kids for a few hrs and she was very nice, calm and on point with their needs. She's very understanding I would recommend her.

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Jessica P.

7 years paid experience
9 miles

$30–35/hr

Hi, I'm Jéssica. I'm an honest, caring, and responsible caregiver with over 10 years of experience. For the past five years, I've focused on infant care - supporting little ones from 5 weeks to 15 months - and I also have extensive experience caring for toddlers and children up to 10 years old. I truly love being part of a child's growth. Learning with them, adapting to their unique rhythm, and supporting each stage of development is something that brings me joy. With toddlers and older kids, I enjoy encouraging independence, helping with learning, guiding routines, and creating fun activities like arts and crafts, outdoor play, and age appropriate teaching. I'm also happy to help with potty training and can introduce your child to Portuguese if you'd like. I'd be happy to talk more, understand your child's needs, and share references.

$30–35/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Yasmim A.

We were incredibly fortunate to have Jessica with our family for 1.5 years. From day one, she brought structure, warmth, and expertise to our home. She established a consistent sleep schedule that made a huge difference for our baby and guided us through introducing solids with patience and knowledge. Jessica was wonderful at encouraging developmental milestones—she created activities that supported crawling, standing, and eventually walking, always celebrating each step along the way. Her ability to incorporate multiple languages into daily interactions was a huge bonus, giving our child early exposure in a fun, natural way. Jessica also led the potty-training process with calm confidence, making it far smoother than we ever expected. Most importantly, Jessica is exceptionally attentive, nurturing, and genuinely loving. She always put our child’s safety, comfort, and happiness first and quickly became a trusted part of our family. We wholeheartedly recommend Jessica to any family looking for a dependable, experienced, and truly caring nanny.

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Angelina G.

1 year paid experience
9 miles

$25–40/hr

Hi! My name is Angelina, I’m a caring and dependable person who loves making children feel comfortable, supported, happy, and cared for. I’m currently studying children’s psychology, which has made me even more interested in understanding children and how they grow, learn, and express themselves. I truly enjoy getting to know each child’s personality and finding things they enjoy doing. I know how busy life can get for parents, and I’d love to be someone who can make things feel a little easier. Whether that’s helping with schoolwork, keeping the kids entertained, making meals, helping with bedtime or morning routines, or simply being an extra set of hands when you need them, I’m happy to help wherever I can. I’m patient, responsible, caring, and easygoing, and I think it’s really important for children to feel like they can be themselves around the person caring for them. I want to create an environment where they feel safe, listened to, and encouraged while still having lots of fun. More than anything, I want to be someone parents can genuinely trust and rely on. I’d love to build a great relationship with both the children and their family and hopefully make your day-to-day life just a little bit easier! 🤍

$25–40/hr

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Linda L.

9 years paid experience
3 miles

$25–30/hr

Hello! Perhaps I can assist. As an adult with a prior corporate career I understand the needs of working parents & here to help if need be. Overview: Type A Personality & experienced. Native of Harrison, NY & currently reside on the border of Rye, NY. Previously in a position in Larchmont, NY with a wonderful family which ended 8/21/26 as the children are older now & not in need of support. Childcare positions held in the Sound Shore areas of Larchmont, Harrison & Mamaroneck as well as Rye Brook from 2020 to current ages to teen. Background Check & License clear. References upon request. If additional information is needed, feel free to contact me to discuss. Warmly, Linda L.

$25–30/hr

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Otasia A.

6 years paid experience
3 miles

$15–25/hr

i love being a baby sitter. i love children, seeing them happy puts a smile on my face. teaching them new things working with them and play time with them brings me joy. i’ve worked with children for almost 6 years. i started off with watching family every weekend, provided food & different activities for them to do. i then started to work at a daycare which i loved very much. i watch the kids , feed them, change diapers, provided different learning activities for them and made sure they were safe at all times.

$15–25/hr

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Juana D.

15 years paid experience
5 miles

$17–25/hr

Good evening,My name is Juana I have experience taking care of children from 1 month to 14 years old. I worked with children for many years. I have a reference if you need it. Please call me at this number 9143208653 if you need my service Than you..

$17–25/hr

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