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Isabelle
Booked by 25 repeat families
58 reviews
New York
$28 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 82 families in East Elmhurst, NY

Hi! I'm Isabelle, am 29 years old and live in NYC. I have an AA in Art and a BA in Politics. I work as a case manager/community organizer at a food pantry on the UES. I used to babysit during college and always enjoyed it which is why I still occasionally enjoy picking up some gigs here or there :) I grew up in Germany with an American mother, a German father, and am the oldest of 4 siblings. I'm fluent in both German and English and have worked with bilingual kids in both a nanny and teaching environment. After graduating from HS in Germany and professionally working in the performing arts growing up, I was interested in working socially with families and kids who were less fortunate/had special needs. In the summer of 2015, I started an art+living project in Germany with kids and families who had fled their countries. In 2016, I became part of a therapeutic horse farm that focused on working with kids with special needs. I was the outdoor teacher and leader of an inclusive forest group consisting of 5-7 children aged 4-10 years old. Upon moving to the USA in 2017, I worked as a teacher at the Seattle Waldorf School and absolutely ❤️ it. In the summer of 2022, I worked with kids in Ukraine+Poland, primarily teaching or working with mothers and babies. I've been working with runaway homeless youth at places such as The Door and The Ali Forney Center for the past several years. Working with kids has always brought me joy and kept me grounded during hectic times. I nannied during undergrad and, while I have experience with children of all age ranges, I have primarily worked with infants and babies during their first year of life. I have experience with night-nannying, sleep training, feeding, and multiples. For those of you with older kids, bedtime routine is no problem either as I have had many longer term after-school gigs as well. I am confident in navigating the city responsibly, including school pick-up, and use of public transit. As a nanny, I'd describe myself as relaxed, punctual, reliable, flexible, confident, reasonable, communicative, consistent and dedicated. I very much enjoy working with families of different backgrounds, and I am absolutely LGBTQ+ family-friendly, being part of one myself. I can provide references and am happy to answer any further questions. I'm vaccinated and CPR trained. ⭐️ When I'm not nannying, I am playing soccer, going for a run, cheering on the WNBA+ NWSL, going out with friends or staying in with my books.

Isabelle was great. On time, asked thoughtful questions and kept us updated on how our girl was doing.

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Marion
Booked by 17 repeat families
19 reviews
Long Island City
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 36 families in East Elmhurst, NY

Experienced caregiver now based in NYC, originally from San Francisco where I cared for several families and received strong reviews. I have hands-on experience caring for children from 5 months to 11 years old, including infants under 1 year. Through Sunday School teaching and babysitting, I’ve created safe, nurturing environments for children of all ages. I hold a Master’s in Public Health and currently work full-time, but I have a flexible schedule for evening and weekend babysitting. Responsible, warm, and confident caring for little ones.

Marion did great with our one year old crawling baby, playing with him and reading him books. Very attentive and kind.

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Samantha
Booked by 4 repeat families
10 reviews
New York
$27 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 12 families in East Elmhurst, NY

My name is Sam, and I'm excited to introduce myself as a potential caregiver for your family! With over a decade of experience in childcare, including watching infants, toddlers, and kids since the age of 12, I bring a wealth of expertise and enthusiasm to the table. I went to the University of Virginia (UVA), and graduated in 2022. One of my favorite classes during my time there was Child Psychology! Beyond babysitting, I've spent four summers volunteering in a children's hospital. I had rotations in the NICU and on the long term care floors. I also served as a camp counselor at UVA's Camp Kesem, a week long summer camp for children whose parents have cancer. These experiences have deepened my understanding of child development and honed my ability to create a safe and engaging environment for kids of all ages. In addition to childcare, I'm more than happy to lend a hand with household tasks, whether it's cooking, cleaning, or running errands. Plus, being a pet lover myself, I'm fully equipped to provide top-notch care for your furry family members, including feeding, playtime, and walks. I'm eager to learn more about your family's needs and how I can contribute to making your lives a little easier and a lot more fun! Let's connect soon to discuss further. Thanks! Sam

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Leslie
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
New York
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in East Elmhurst, NY

Hello to all the parents in the urbansitter world. I live in Bronx NY, I'm a mom, an aunt and a great aunt, I have a big family that is still growing by God’s grace. I'm a reliable and on time committed mature professional babysitter. I have more than 25 years of experience babysitting. I cook, clean and i have my own car to run errands. I enjoy babysitting and helping others families with childcare. I enjoy arts & crafts, going outside playing in the park and going on field trips with your kids. I'm available for part-time, occasionally babysitting, and date nights too. My availability is not set in stone so I'm able to stay later and switch dates as well. Please contact me to discuss your needs. Thank you

Leslie is a wonder to work with!

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Lauren
Booked by 1 repeat family
4 reviews
New York
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 8 families in East Elmhurst, NY

With 10 years of experience, I’ve had the pleasure of caring for children ranging from 6 months to middle school age. I am passionate about creating a safe, fun, and engaging environment where kids can thrive. From nurturing infants to supporting school-aged children with homework and activities, I’m dedicated to meeting the unique needs of every family.

Professional, on time, good communicator, kind, and good with my 3yo!

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Can I find babysitters for after school care in East Elmhurst?

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Can I find babysitters for evenings, weekends, or extended hours in East Elmhurst?

Yes. Families in East Elmhurst use UrbanSitter for date nights, weekend plans, extended hours, and other scheduling needs. You can review each sitter's availability and experience to find someone who fits your hours.

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