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15 available last-minute babysitters in Garden City, NY

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Christina Floral Park
$8 per hour for 1 child

Hey, My name is Christina. Here is why you should choose me to take care of your loved one: I love cooking and baking so whoever I’m with we can make delicious meals together. In my free time I go to the gym, swim and garden. While in high school I was on the swim team and attended a culinary highschool. During highschool I was tutor for math and science with over 800 hours of experience; so I can help your child with there studying. I am attending Cornell University for food science and I minoring in nutrition. I also have 4 amazing dogs so don’t worry about your pets around me I am more than happy to take care of them. Please let me know what I can do to make your loved ones experience with me the best it can be!

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Melanie Lynbrook
$20 per hour for 1 child

Hello, my name is Melanie, and I am an experienced and qualified caregiver with a genuine passion for providing exceptional care. I hold a bachelor's degree in early childhood education, which has equipped me with a strong foundation in child development and effective teaching techniques. Over the past four years, I have had the privilege of working with children of various ages, ranging from 3 years to 14 years old. Throughout my diverse experiences, I have served as a dedicated caregiver in multiple roles, including a teachers assistant, summer camp counselor, program counselor, after-school specialist, and future teacher. My expertise extends beyond childcare, as I am also adept at caring for pets and providing household services. I understand the importance of maintaining a safe and nurturing environment for both children and animals, and I am committed to ensuring their well-being. One of my key strengths is my ability to create engaging and fun activities that promote learning and development. I believe that children thrive when they are actively involved and excited about what they are doing. I take pride in designing age-appropriate activities that stimulate creativity, critical thinking, and social interaction. Reliability, flexibility, and responsibility are qualities I prioritize in my caregiving role. Parents can trust that I will be punctual and dependable, ensuring a smooth experience for both the child and the family. I understand that each child is unique, and I strive to be adaptable to their individual needs and preferences. As a caregiver, my goal is to provide a nurturing and supportive environment where children feel safe, happy, and encouraged to explore their interests. I value open communication with parents, and I am always ready to discuss any concerns or share updates on the child's progress. In summary, my qualifications, experience, and passion for caregiving make me an excellent candidate for the Urbansitter app. I am confident in my ability to provide exceptional care for children, pets, and assist with household services.

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Rachel
Booked by 17 repeat families
17 reviews
East Rockaway
$24 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 31 families in Garden City, NY

Hello! I am an artist with my Master's of Fine Arts in Acting from Yale, mother of two school-age children, and I have lived in NYC for four years. I'm happy around shy or high-energy children. I love finding ways to reach them that make them feel accepted and in a trusting environment. I love imaginative play, keeping schedules, and helping with homework. Siblings are great, too! Looking forward to meeting you and your kiddos! I absolutely love working with children! When I lived in Texas, I founded a children's theatre camp in Texas for ages 5-18. I developed curriculum, managed scheduling and instructed every class. I have worked as a nanny for over a decade before having children of my own and now take part-time work. Some of my favorite jobs included two brothers, ages 4 and 11 who enjoyed playing adventure make-believe and basketball, respectively, who I nannied for 3 times a week for about a year before graduating. I also loved my time as a nanny for three brothers, ages 6, 9, and 12 who had packed schedules to keep after school: practicing piano, doing homework and playing soccer outdoors, who I watched for over a year. I will also never forget the family who lived in my building here in new york, whose daughters - ages 4 and newborn I watched at least once a week, sometimes more, sometimes just coming over to play and visit; ballet, painting, storytelling, and going on adventures full of imagination and play were all part of the itinerary - all while keeping to the required schedule for feeding and bedtime, of course. :) Most importantly, I have 3 siblings, including two younger brothers, both of whom I adore. I am older than the youngest by 7 years, so by the time I was 13 I not only began babysitting professionally but also proved both my responsibility and joy to play on a constant basis as I watched over my brothers. I have an 11 year old niece who is the apple of my eye. I was 16 when she was born, and my sister worked full time, so my primary job in high school was to come over after school and take over for my mom and watch my niece for the day, starting when she was a newborn to around 2.5 yrs old at 2-3 times a week for long afternoons until my sister came home. I absolutely loved it!

Rachel seemed very sweet, caring, and professional. My daughter warmed to her right away! I'd definitely hire her again.

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Peyton
Booked by 17 repeat families
25 reviews
Farmingdale
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 37 families in Garden City, NY

Hi! I’m Peyton. I’m 31 and have over 15 years of experience providing childcare in NYC, Boston, Los Angeles, and Virginia for kids of all ages. I love encouraging creativity, imaginative play, and outdoor activity to support children’s emotional and physical wellbeing. My background as a professional organizer means I naturally keep spaces tidy and organized, and my years performing on Disney cruise ships taught me how to engage, entertain, and connect with children in fun, playful ways. I can prepare healthy meals and have experience managing food allergies and dietary restrictions. Available for occasional date nights or daytime caregiving!

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Astrid 1 review
Fresh Meadows
$28 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Garden City, NY

My name is Astrid I have 48 years old and very interesting in your posting I have been a Nanny for 22 years with newborn until 5 years old I'm not smoker I live in fresh meadows NY. I speak spanish and English . I am CPR - First aid and Newborn care certified I have COVID-19 vaccine I'd be happy to provide references as well as meet or chat on the phone looking forward to hearing from you and I wish you the best of luck with you search

Astrid has worked with us for close to a year, beginning when my son was nine months old. Astrid is truly a professional who constantly demonstrates her patience and kindness. She is incredibly dependable and flexible, and has always made herself available to us. Additionally, she is a fast learner who is easily able to follow routines and schedules without issue. I have always felt at ease knowing that Astrid would carry out my son’s routines. ​We are lucky to have Astrid in our home. She takes initiative and anticipates the needs of our entire family. Astrid is an incredibly trustworthy person, and I would not hesitate to put my child into her care. ​

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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."

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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!"

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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 :)"

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Garden City?

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