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Andrea
Booked by 1 repeat family
2 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 5 families in Forest Hills, NY

Hi dear families! I am looking for one-time or part-time nanny jobs. I am a creative, patient, responsible, and reliable nanny with 7+ years of experience caring for and teaching children from 4 months to 12 years old. I am flexible and able to handle unexpected changes in schedules or situations with ease, grace, and confidence. ________________ Education Bachelor’s Degree in Language teaching. 2013 - 2019 La salle University Bogota, Colombia ______________ Skills CPR training Meal preparation homework help Bilingual (Spanish and English ) Non smoker Pet friendly vaccinated ________________ Experience: Live-out Nanny 2[removed] Private Residence/Manhattan NY Provided daily care for a 4-month-old baby from 8:30 AM - 5/6 PM. •Prepared bottles, fed the baby, and followed a nap schedule. •Read books and organize outdoor activities, including walks and playdates. •Supported developmental activities as the baby grew. •Performed light housekeeping (child’s laundry, tidying up the nursery and play area Live-out Nanny 2021/2023 private residence/Manhattan NY Provided daily care for a 2-year-old child. •Prepared lunch and assisted with mealtime. •Took the child to after-school activities. •Taught Spanish through engaging activities. •Organized outdoor activities such as biking, park visits, and playdates. •Created fun, educational activities for after school. Live- in Nanny (Au pair) 2019/2020 Massaia family/Watertown, MA Cared for two children (8 & 5 years old). •Picked them up from school and assisted with homework. •Prepared lunch, breakfast, and snacks. •Planned outdoor activities such as biking, swimming, and playdates. •Performed light housekeeping (kids’ laundry, tidying up rooms and play areas, cleaning up after meals). •Organized bedtime routines. •Designed fun, educational activities to support their development. English Teacher (practicum) 2017-2018 Cundinamarca Elementary School/Bogotá, Colombia Designed dynamic English classes using the Montessori method. Developed creative strategies to facilitate second-language learning.

“Andrea did very well with our 21-month-old son. He took to her immediately and she was attentive to the schedule we keep for him. Clear and quick communication, as well”

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Emma
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$23 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Forest Hills, NY

Hello! I'm a writing professor at CUNY during the academic year, available over the summer to take thoughtful and attentive care of your children. I love working with kids for the same reasons I love teaching writing: creating a compassionate and structured environment for young people to follow their interests and curiosities with joy. I approach caregiving with energy and humor, and outside of work, I love cooking new recipes, exercising, and taking improv comedy classes.

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Carley 5 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child

Hi there! My name is Carley, and I am a recent master's graduate in art therapy. My education has given me a strong understanding of children’s unique needs, including how temperament and developmental stages (including creative development!) can shape the way a child experiences the world. I would love to bring along age-appropriate art materials to nurture your child’s self-expression and budding curiosities! My favorite part of caregiving is engaging with children’s imagination, along with the limitless questions and humor that often arise. I also enjoy approaching childcare with creative problem-solving. On multiple occasions, I have successfully distracted a child from a screen by drawing their favorite character and inviting them to color it. I have experience caring for children from infancy through the pre-teen years. I have lived in NYC for a decade and am also comfortable commuting with children on public transportation. My approach is collaborative — I want to work within your parenting style while taking the time to understand your child’s individual personality and inner world. I bring a warm presence, a playful spirit, and a genuine enjoyment of following children’s interests and seeing where their curiosity takes them.

“I’ve known Carley for more than 10 years, since we met while studying abroad, and I’m so happy to recommend her as a caregiver. Over the years, I’ve always known her to be thoughtful, responsible, warm, and incredibly creative. While I haven’t personally seen Carley in a caregiving role, I know she has extensive experience working with children of all ages and has put a great deal of thought and care into building her skills in this area, including through her master’s degree in art therapy. One thing I know for sure is that a child in Carley’s care would never be bored—she is incredibly creative and would be the kind of sitter to come up with fun activities, make art together, and really engage with a child’s imagination and interests. Carley is someone I’ve trusted and valued as a friend for more than a decade, and I would feel completely comfortable recommending her to families looking for a kind, responsible, and genuinely fun caregiver.”

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Delilah
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Forest Hills, NY

Hi, I’m Delilah! I love being a babysitter and working with kids. I started babysitting when I was 14 for two year old twins and since then have been a counselor at a summer camp for kids ages 7-15, a tutor for kids ages 6-10, nannied for a 1 year old, and babysat all ages from infant to 16 years old.

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Zoe
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$15 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Forest Hills, NY

Hi! I’m a responsible 20-year-old sitter in the Bronx with 4 years of babysitting experience. I’ve cared for children of various ages and am comfortable managing multiple kids while keeping things organized, safe, and fun. I can assist with meal prep, light household chores, and homework help — especially in ELA and Social Studies. I enjoy helping kids build confidence in reading, writing, and understanding what they’re learning. Beyond that I have plenty experience with both cats and dogs. I’m reliable, patient, and always focused on creating a positive and supportive environment for your family. Everyone needs a break sometimes and I hope to be able to provide that for you!

“Zoe was a delight! She is so caring, polite, reliable, punctual and communicative while she cared for my son. My son loved her!! I Would definetely book again. ”

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Forest Hills, NY?

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $25.66
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $30.99
  • Typical job length: 5.0 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of November 2026

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"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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"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

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"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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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Forest Hills?

As of November 2026, the average babysitting rate in Forest Hills is $25.66 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Forest Hills.

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