
"Amina came and helped us out when our babysitter canceled last minute. She was great with our kids. Even our 11 month old son who has stranger anxiety warmed up to her."
Marie C., parent

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Hi families! My name is Aaliyah, I’m 21 years old and currently a college student in Manhattan studying Digital Marketing. I have over three years of childcare experience through after-school programs and babysitting for families. I’ve always enjoyed working with kids and getting to know their different personalities! I’m patient, caring, dependable, and full of energy. Whether it’s playing games, helping with homework, doing fun activities, or simply keeping them entertained, I love making sure kids have a great time while staying safe. Through my experience, I’ve become comfortable following daily routines, helping with homework, supervising playtime, and making sure children feel comfortable and supported. I understand how important it is for parents to have someone they can trust, and I always try to bring a positive and caring attitude into every home. I currently care for a family during the weekdays, so I’m mainly available for weekends, date nights, and occasional babysitting. I’m also an animal lover and am comfortable caring for pets! I’m happy to help with feeding, walks, playtime, and making sure your furry friends are well taken care of while you’re away. I’d love to connect with families looking for someone caring, dependable, and energetic who can lend an extra helping hand. I look forward to meeting you and your little ones!
“Aaliyah was an amazing babysitter! She was very kind, patient, responsible, and attentive. She made sure my child was safe, comfortable, and well taken care of the entire time. Her communication was excellent, and she made the whole experience stress free. It’s not easy finding someone you can trust with your child, but Aaliyah made me feel completely at ease. I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and caring babysitter. I will absolutely be booking her again!”
Hi! My name is Sophie and I'm a 23 year old Poetry MFA student at Columbia. I adore working with children, and am passionate about the patience, care, and creativity that it takes to give children the love they need! As well as being an experienced babysitter since I was thirteen, I have been a preschool teacher since I was a junior in High school, working at Shirat Hayam preschool of the North Shore from 2[removed] and the Preschool of the Arts Cambridge as a full-time preschool assistant during the summer of 2021 and 2023. There, I worked in the infant classroom as well as substituting for the 4-5 year old class. After graduating from Bennington College in 2023, I also worked as an English teacher in Kazakhstan for seven months, teaching classrooms of teenagers. It's very important to me that I create a safe, open, and fun environment where kids can feel their best to explore and feel grounded. I am skilled at creating projects and games for children, changing diapers, and well-versed in caring for infants. I am CPR certified. Feel free to contact me about references!
Hi! I’m an NYU dental student passionate about pediatric dentistry, with valuable experience working closely with children. I’ve worked as a dental assistant in Boston University’s Head Start and Early Head Start programs, where I developed patience, compassion, and strong caregiving skills. I’m CPR certified for infants and adults, so your child’s safety is always my top priority. As a caregiver, I’m nurturing, reliable, and attentive, creating a warm and calm environment where kids feel happy and comfortable. I also enjoy engaging children with creative activities and games that promote learning and fun. Additionally, I have a year of volunteer experience at an animal shelter in Boston, giving me particular expertise in pet care—especially with cats—so I’m happy to help with your furry family members too. I would love to provide loving, responsible babysitting tailored to your family’s needs!
I am 25 years old and originally from Colombia. I live in Fresh Meadows, Queens. Open to work in NY and NJ. Experience: -I worked in two schools in my home country with children ranging from infants to five years old. -I was an au pair for 1 year. (Live-in nanny) -Babysitting for different families over 1 year. I am full of love and patience with children. Also, as the oldest of five siblings, I have always been involved in caring for younger children and learned various activities for the development of children. Childcare tasks and services provided: ✅Create engaging and playful activities. ✅ Cooking meals, feeding, preparing bottles. ✅ Helping with homework or school-related activities ✅ Getting kids ready for school or daycare. ✅ Putting kids to sleep ✅ Changing diapers ✅ Giving baths safely ✅ Picking up and dropping off at school. ✅ Organizing and tidying up play areas and bedrooms ✅ Supervising outdoor playtime References 📞 Responsible and punctual ⏰ Spanish speaker Pet lover 🐕 Taking care of children is a beautiful experience because it involves their most innocent stage, where adults have the great responsibility of positively influencing their development. Children are very curious, and you can learn a lot from them. I try to enjoy my siblings as much as possible while they are still kids. One of my dreams is to become a parent and create a beautiful family.
Hi, my name is Andrea and I am new to UrbanSitter! I am a respectful, compassionate, and reliable individual with four years of experience working with children of various ages. As a certified nursing assistant, I have had the privilege of working with children in both acute care and home care settings, which has strengthened my skills in providing attentive and nurturing care. Currently, I am pursuing my nursing degree at NYU, where I am preparing to specialize in pediatrics—a field I am deeply passionate about. I genuinely enjoy working with children and strive to create a safe, fun, and supportive environment for them to thrive. It would be a pleasure to support your family and provide exceptional care for your little ones. Please feel free to reach out with any questions or to discuss how I can help!

As of November 2026
Babysitters on UrbanSitter are background checked every year, with every profile individually reviewed by our Trust and Safety team.
2,180 sitters background checked in Astoria, NY
5.0 average star rating from total of 10,389 reviews in Astoria, NY

"Amina came and helped us out when our babysitter canceled last minute. She was great with our kids. Even our 11 month old son who has stranger anxiety warmed up to her."
Marie C., parent

"She was so flexible and came last minute to help out. The house was really neat when I got home and both kids were asleep. Two thumbs up!"
Jenny S., parent

"Thrisa was amazing! Came over last minute and took amazing care of our 11 month old - including bedtime - she's coming back tomorrow :)"
Jesse D., parent

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