I’m energetic and imaginative but of course responsible babysitter that your kids will adore! I have a deep passion for working with children and I pride myself on creating a loving and supportive atmosphere for kids to express themselves. With experience caring for infants to preteens. I’m your go to for reliable and fun childcare. Beyond childcare, I’m happy to help with light housekeeping, pet care, and am open discussing other ways I can assist your family! Feel free to ask me any questions.
I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time, Full-time employment.
I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Silver Spring for work.
Here's my weekly availability:
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I'm available for:
Last minute bookings
School holidays
Public holidays
New Year's Eve
Valentine's Day
Overnight jobs
Full weekends
Vacations with the family
Live-in with the family
My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
5 years experience working with children
CPR training
First aid training
2 months experience working with pets
I'm comfortable with pets
I have pets
General credentials:
Email verified
22 years old
Non-smoker / non-vaper
Covid vaccinated
Languages I can speak: English and Spanish
I am a responsible and caring individual with a CPR certification and experience in babysitting. I have also completed over 160 hours of externship as a medical assistant in dermatology, supporting medical staff and patients. I hold a support and registered medical assistant certification and have retail work experience that has strengthened my communication and customer service skills. I love working with kids and am passionate about providing a safe and nurturing environment. I am currently pursuing my goal of becoming a labor and delivery nurse and am excited to bring my compassion and dedication to your family.
I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.
I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Simpsonville for work.
Here's my weekly availability:
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My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
10 years experience working with children
General credentials:
Email verified
17 years old
Police check
Driver's license
I have a car
Non-smoker / non-vaper
Permanent resident
Covid vaccinated
Languages I can speak: English
Hello, my name is Lily
I am a 17-year-old early graduate, and I am going into nursing pediatrics care. I am a diligent worker and an excellent multitasker. I started babysitting at 8 . I originally would take care of my little cousins and then I progressed into taking care of family friends and neighbors' kids. I have worked with over 50 children in the past 10 years and I have never had a bad review or experience now I'm looking to branch out.
Reliable Babysitter Available — Ready to Start Immediately
Hello! Thank you for viewing my profile. I am a responsible, patient, and caring babysitter with real experience working with children who have special needs. I take safety, routine, and communication seriously and always aim to create a calm and supportive environment for children.
I have hands on experience caring for my two younger siblings who have autism and behavioral challenges, which has helped me develop strong patience, structure, and problem-solving skills. I am comfortable managing routines, assisting with meals and activities, and supporting emotional and behavioral needs. I am dependable, attentive, and ready to start immediately to support families who need reliable childcare.
Babysitter $18/hour
Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:
Babies (3 - 12 months)
Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
Tweens (9 - 12 years)
Up to 2 children at once
Childcare duties I can do:
Changing diapers
Bathing kids
Supervising swimming / water play
Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
Preparing school lunches
After school care
Help with homework
I can provide special needs care
Care for special needs kids
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Household duties I can do:
Laundry / washing
Grocery shopping
Running errands
I can do house sitting
House sitting
Collecting mail / packages
Watering plants
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
My availability
I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.
I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Franklin Township for work.
Here's my weekly availability:
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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:
10 years experience working with children
General credentials:
Email verified
17 years old
Driver's license
I have a car
Languages I can speak: English
I am a responsible and caring babysitter with hands on experience caring for my two younger siblings who have autism and behavioral challenges. Through this experience, I have developed strong patience, communication skills, and the ability to manage routines, emotional regulation, and challenging behaviors in a calm and supportive way.
I am experienced in providing a safe, structured environment, following schedules, preparing simple meals, assisting with homework or activities, and responding appropriately to behavioral needs. My experience has helped me become dependable, attentive, and understanding of children with diverse needs.
I am currently a high school student and am committed to providing reliable, respectful, and compassionate care to every family I work with.
Hi! My name is Isabel! I am the eldest of three siblings so I have a lot of experience due to being a major caregiver as they were growing up! I am a patient, compassionate, attentive, and hands on individual! A fun fact about me is that I actually moved here from Ireland!
I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.
I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Greenville for work.
I'm available for:
Last minute bookings
School holidays
Overnight jobs
Full weekends
My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
3 years experience working with children
Babysitting course complete
I have child car seats
2 years experience working with pets
I'm comfortable with pets
I have pets
General credentials:
Email verified
16 years old
Driver's license
I have a car
Non-smoker / non-vaper
Permanent resident
Covid vaccinated
Liability insurance
Languages I can speak: English
I have about three years of babysitting experience, and I worked as a full-time nanny last summer. I’ve babysat a lot for different families, taken kids to activities, and handled daily routines. I also serve at my church with babies and little kids, which has given me even more hands-on experience. I’m dependable, patient, and I truly love working with children.
Babysitting Pay Rates Plainview, NY, United States (Updated 29 Mar 2026)
Plainview babysitters are paid an average of $18.36 per hour as of April 2026, which is 14.8% lower than the New York average of $21.55, and 1% lower than the United States average of $18.55. 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:
$16.69
$18.36
$20.03
New York:
$19.59
$21.55
$23.51
United States:
$16.86
$18.55
$20.23
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