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Julie Mitchell
Champaign, IL

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Member since: Mar 2023

Babysitter, Parent helper $40/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings

Household duties I can do:

  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Champaign for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

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Arvo

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Eve.

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Nite

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My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 35 years experience working with children
    • I'm a parent
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 59 years old
    • Driver's license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Cooking

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Mallory Moyer

Mallory Moyer
Elizabethtown, PA

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Member since: Mar 2023

Welcome message:

I'm reliable, responsible, honest, and caring. I have 5 years of babysitting experience. I'm from a big family and regularly babysit my younger siblings and cousins. I have a driver's license and can pick up your kids from school. I love to draw and do crafts with kids

Babysitter, Nanny $18/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

Pet sitting $18 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Yard work
  • Cleaning
  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Elizabethtown for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

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Day

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Arvo

Eve.

Nite

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I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 5 years experience working with children
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 22 years old
    • Driver's license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Sports
  • Swimming
  • Gardening
  • Cooking

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Khamiyah Gresham
Philadelphia, PA

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Last seen: 3 days ago Member since: Jun 2026

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $20/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Up to 1 child at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • After school care
  • Help with homework

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids
    • Food allergies
    • Asthma
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
    • Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) / Conduct Disorder (CD)
    • Anxiety disorder
    • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
    • Down syndrome
    • Intellectual disabilities
    • Dyslexia
    • Physical disabilities
    • Deaf / hard of hearing
    • Visual impairments
    • Sleep disorders

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Philadelphia for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 3 months experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • Water safety training
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 25 years old
    • Police check
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Sports
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Cooking

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Suzanna Catalfano
Ambler, PA

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Member since: Jun 2026

Full Time Nanny Available

Nanny $22/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

My availability

I'm looking for Full-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Ambler for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- -

Day

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Arvo

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Eve.

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Nite

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My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 20 months experience working with children
    • I'm a parent
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 40 years old
    • Driver's license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English

Hello, my name is Suzanna Catalfano. I'm 40 years old. A mother to a 5 year old son and three step children. I'm married and currently living in ambler PA. I'm looking to join a wonderful family to help with their Nanny needs. I've been in child care on and off for 20 years, have been an assistant director and have done Nannying in the past. I have my associates degree in human services and my bachelor's in psychology. I'm currently looking for a long-term, full-time available Monday through Friday from anywhere from 8:00 to 5:00 with some flexibility. I have documentation and references

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Nature
  • Animals

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Daisey Hutcherson

Daisey Hutcherson
New York, NY

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2026

Babysitter $19/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Before school care
  • Preparing school lunches
  • After school care
  • Help with homework
  • Care for sick children
  • Administering medications

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

Dog walking $23 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting
    • Collecting mail / packages
    • Taking trash bins in / out
    • Rotating lights / blinds (for a 'lived-in' look)
    • Basic house security checks

Other services I can provide

  • Yard work
  • Cleaning
  • Car washing / cleaning
  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

I'm looking for Part-time employment.

I can travel within New York for work.

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 4 years experience working with children
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • 1 month experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English

Daisey HutchersonBrooklyn, New York Professional Summary Responsible, energetic, and highly dependable student seeking a babysitting position. Aiming to provide a safe, fun, and reliable environment for children while strictly following all household rules. Known for being patient, kind, respectful, creative, and proactive in engaging children with enriching activities.Certifications CPR & First Aid Certified Experience Family Babysitter / Sibling Care | Private Home – Brooklyn, NY June 2023 – Present Provide safe, dedicated care for younger siblings and relatives both independently and alongside adult supervision.Entertain children using interactive, screen-free activities including reading books, drawing, arts and crafts, and outdoor play.Assist with homework, educational activities, and cognitive learning development.Manage evening and bedtime routines, ensuring teeth are brushed, rooms are tidy, and children are asleep on time.Nursery Volunteer / Helper | Community Center – New York June 2024 – August 2024 Supervised groups of toddlers during community events, maintaining safe, organized, and structured play areas.Safely prepared meals and cut food into age-appropriate sizes for infants and toddlers.Comforted upset children using calm, supportive communication and positive redirection techniques.Cleaned and sanitized play surfaces, toys, and equipment at the end of each session to maintain strict hygiene standards. Education Launch Expeditionary Learning Charter School | Brooklyn, NY Current Student | Class of 2026 GPA: 3.00 Skills & Availability Personal Skills: Extreme patience, active listening, time management, high dependability, and conflict resolution. Summer Availability: Full-time availability (available until a 7:00 PM curfew

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Sports
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Writing

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Ava Gray Goff
Columbia, SC

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Member since: Jun 2026

Welcome message:

Helllo! My name is Ava Gray, I am an honor roll student at Cardinal Newman High School. I am looking for new familes to babysit! I can’t wait to meet your family and take care of your little ones!

I can provide care for children ages 3 months and up on weekends, after school, and over the summer.

Babysitter, Parent helper $20/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Changing diapers
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • After school care
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Pet sitting $15 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Reptiles
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • Cleaning cages / bedding
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for kittens

Dog walking $20 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting
    • Collecting mail / packages
    • Watering plants
    • Taking trash bins in / out

Other services I can provide

  • Yard work
  • Cleaning
  • Car washing

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Columbia for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - -

Day

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Arvo

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Eve.

Nite

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 2 years experience working with children
    • Babysitting course complete
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
  • 2 months experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 16 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Sports
  • Animals
  • Gardening

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Kaylee Hilton
Carthage, TN

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Member since: Jun 2026

Babysitter $15/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Full meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bottle feeding
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Before school care
  • Preparing school lunches
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

My availability

I'm looking for Part-time, Full-time employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Carthage for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

-

Day

-

Arvo

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Eve.

- - -

Nite

- - -

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 2 years experience working with children
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 16 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Cooking

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Gabrielle Daugherty

Gabrielle Daugherty
Little Rock, AR

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Member since: May 2026

Ready to begin!

Hello! My name is Gabrielle, and I’m excited to begin my babysitting career. I love exploring the outdoors, meeting new people, and doing arts and crafts. I am also a high school student currently enrolled in the Metro program, where I am studying to become a Nurse Practitioner.

Babysitter $13/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel within Little Rock for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

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Day

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Arvo

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Eve.

Nite

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I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 17 years old
    • Driver's license
    • I have a car
    • Languages I can speak: English

High school student junior.

My skills and interests:

  • Arts / crafts
  • Computers

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Alaysia
South Boston, VA

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Member since: May 2026

Babysitter, Nanny $17/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bottle feeding
  • Bathing kids
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Preparing school lunches
  • Help with homework
  • Care for sick children

I'm available for events

  • Wedding babysitting

I can provide home daycare (at my place)

  • Home daycare
    • Part-time daycare
    • Extended hours
    • Meals provided

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Pet sitting $15 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Fish

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime

Dog walking $15 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting
    • Collecting mail / packages
    • Rotating lights / blinds (for a 'lived-in' look)

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning
  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of South Boston for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

- - - - - - -

Arvo

- - - - - - -

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 3 years experience working with children
    • I'm a parent
  • 6 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Pet owner references
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 17 years old
    • Emergency car access
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Comedy
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Fitness
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Cooking

Contact Alaysia For Free

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Zahir Lewis

Zahir Lewis
Ewing Township, NJ

Activity summary

Member since: May 2026

Reliable and Friendly College Student Available for Babysitting and After-School Care

Hi! My name is Zahir, and I’m a responsible and friendly college student currently studying Computer Science. I enjoy working with kids and creating a safe, positive, and fun environment for them. I’m dependable, patient, and comfortable helping with homework, after-school care, and everyday supervision. I’m looking forward to the opportunity to support families who need an extra helping hand.

Babysitter $18/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 1 child at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Preparing school lunches
  • After school care
  • Help with homework
  • Care for sick children
  • Administering medications

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time, Full-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Ewing Township for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

- -

Arvo

- -

Eve.

- -

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • Public holidays
  • Valentine's Day

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • Driver's license
    • I have a car
    • Languages I can speak: English

I am an 18 year old college student currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science. I graduated from Hackensack High School in 2025 and was actively involved in leadership roles and extracurricular activities throughout high school. I served as president of my school’s beekeeping club for two years and also helped co found the environmental science club during my senior year. I am responsible, patient, organized, and comfortable working with school age children. I am also experienced with technology and can assist with homework, supervision, and activities when needed.

My skills and interests:

  • Drawing / painting
  • Games
  • Sports
  • Computers

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Babysitting Pay Rates Plainview, NY, United States (Updated 1 Jul 2026)

Plainview babysitters are paid an average of $18.52 per hour as of July 2026, which is 13.8% lower than the New York average of $21.49, and 0.6% lower than the United States average of $18.63. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services in Plainview.
1 Kid 2 Kids 3+ Kids
Plainview:
$16.84 $18.52 $20.21
New York:
$19.54 $21.49 $23.45
United States:
$16.94 $18.63 $20.33

Rates are calculated weekly from our live member data. Prices are shown in United States dollars (USD). If you republish our rates please credit kidsit.com 😊

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Babysitting jobs come with a lot of expectations from both sides, in this section we look at the common things that babysitters and parents anticipate and how good communication is critical to maintaining a good working relationship where everyone knows what is expected of them.

Special occasions

There are several key dates and events throughout the year when babysitters are in hot demand, read our guides below to give you an advantage over other families who are competing with you for the best babysitters.

Babysitting difficulties

Babysitting is not always easy for sitters or parents but it should always be safe. In this section, we reveal some key warning signs that you should be looking out for to ensure that your kids are safe and being lovingly looked after whenever you're away. We also discuss the things you can, and cannot do if you suspect something may be wrong.

Babysitting admin and tax

Hiring a babysitter comes with extra responsibilities and duties because you are an employer. In this section, we discuss the various admin tasks that may be asked of you such as writing babysitting references for past employees and we also cover how this can affect your tax.