Meet college nannies and sitters from Bard College

Child care: To see and watch a child explore life is a really amazing experience. I am always about acceptance and self expression. Any child I have looked after was always allowed the freedom of being themselves, even if they were shy at first. Home Management: Organized and reliable household support professional with 3–5 years of nanny experience assisting families with daily home operations. Experienced in creating and maintaining family calendars, laundry, homework supervision, children’s routines, and living spaces. I pride myself on being detail-oriented, proactive, and dependable in maintaining an efficient, well-run household.

Hello! I'm Marisol and I live on the Upper West Side in Manhattan and am available in all 5 boroughs. I am 31 years old and have extensive experience with working with children and babysitting. I have worked at a Preschool in Park Slope, Les Petits Bilingues De New York, and babysat for several families in Westchester, NY. I have baby sat for 6 years. I am very creative and believe that playing and engaging with the kids I babysit is very important. I'm not about just putting them in front of a screen and sitting on my phone. I'm big on making sure your kids will have fun and get to bed on time. My brother is on the spectrum so kindness is something I really value and I will be very kind to your kids and encourage them in any way I can. I can cook, clean, and make sure everyone gets to bed at their appropriate bed time. I look forward to working for you and your family:) I also love all animals (I'm randomly allergic to cows..but that shouldn't be a problem in NYC ;) and am great at cleaning.

Hello! My name is Devan, and I am an MFA candidate at Bard College. I have experience with social work, childcare, and retail management. I am a queer trans Latina and the primary caretaker of my seventy-year-old mother. I have three nieces and a nephew and grew up as the designated babysitter in my family. I transitioned in high school in a small town in Tennessee, and feel I can offer creative mentorship, support, and friendship to queer children. As I'm enrolled in a low-residency graduate program, I am unavailable in June and July. Thank you for your consideration!

Hi, my name is Ahnika, and I’m a student at Essex County College. Before deciding to switch to babysitting, I worked part-time as an after-school teacher, managing a classroom of 20–25 students aged 5–7. Teaching kindergarten and first grade allowed me to gain firsthand experience with the unique needs of young children. My responsibilities included creating daily schedules, assisting with meals, and providing basic first aid when needed. I’m also very experienced with animals. I’ve grown up with and cared for German Shepherds, Chihuahuas, Shih Tzu mixes, cats, and turtles. I also have experience administering medication to these animals. I would love to work with your family to provide a safe and comfortable environment whenever I’m needed.

I am a warm, playful caregiver and educator with over six years of experience working with children in schools, programs, and home settings. I currently teach K–12 programs at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden and previously coordinated youth development programs with GrowNYC. I also spent a year as a preschool teacher, designing hands-on learning experiences that supported social-emotional growth, early literacy, and curiosity-driven play. In addition to classroom work, I’ve cared for children ages 4–10 as a babysitter and nanny, supporting homework, routines, and creative activities. I’m CPR and First Aid certified, safety-focused, and highly reliable. I love exploring with kids — whether we’re visiting gardens and museums, going on nature walks, cooking together, or diving into art projects. As a part-time artist and great cook, I bring creativity, patience, and joy into every day, helping children feel supported, confident, and eager to learn. I'm allergic to cats but absolutely love dogs and would happily care for your furry friend as well!

Hello! I’m Allison, a compassionate, optimistic, intuitive being with over five years of experience caring for little ones. While I've been familiar with children of all ages, I am most experienced with those between 18 months to ten years old. I am led by a deep sense of love and reverence for all beings and a desire to make everyone around me feel truly seen. I enjoy fostering environments where children feel respected, safe, and nurtured in their curiosity and unique modes of expression. One of my greatest gifts is my ability to handle stress with grace and positivity, providing a backdrop of emotional regulation for children to learn to navigate their ever-changing emotional highs and lows. I regard all souls to be of equal immeasurable value, therefore I see children as human beings first and foremost. As with adults, I believe their trust and respect must be earned, not demanded. This isn’t to say I’m a pushover. Contrarily, I have a direct manner and establish clear, healthy boundaries. In addition to caring for children, I have experience as a yoga instructor and a recreational dancer. (A long-term professional goal of mine is to work in Dance/Movement based therapy, therefore I value the role of movement in the development and holistic well-being of our little ones). I have two years of experience working as an ESL-tutor and can help kids work towards their academic goals. With my B.A. degree in Creative Writing from Bard College, I love encouraging children to read, watch, listen, analyze, and create their own stories, whether it be through watching movies, dressing up, or playing improv games. Additionally, I enjoy cooking, crafting, decorating, and all the small efforts that make everyday moments feel just a little more special. I have a lifetime of experience caring for dogs and cats of all sizes. While I don’t have experience caring for elderly, I very much enjoy the company of elders and would consider an opportunity to work with them to be a great privilege. Located in Venice. Very flexible hours. Access to reliable transportation.