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Aliyah $15 per hour for 1 child

Hello families! My name is Aliyah, and I am a responsible, caring, and patient person who enjoys working with children. I am dependable, organized, and able to create a safe, fun, and positive environment for kids of different ages. I understand the importance of communication, trust, and making sure children feel comfortable and supported. I am also good at helping with routines such as homework, meals, bedtime, and keeping children engaged with activities. Families can count on me to be respectful, attentive, and reliable. I look forward to building strong relationships with both parents and children while providing quality care.

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Dani 2 reviews
$40 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in Rutherford, NJ

Hi parents! 💕 I’m a calm, reliable NYC-based sitter with a naturally warm presence and a gentle, grounded way with babies, toddlers, school-age kids, preteens, and teens. I’m seeking a part-time, recurring position supporting a family who values consistency, emotional attunement, and thoughtful care. Why families love working with me: • Babies and kids feel comfortable with me right away • Patient, emotionally attuned, and safety-conscious • Calm energy, homes feel more peaceful, not more chaotic • Clear, responsive, and dependable communication • Great at balancing structure and fun during after-school hours About me: • Bachelor’s degree in Finance (honors) • Creative background in music, movement, art, and storytelling • Years of experience caring for infants, children, teenagers, cats, and dogs • Non-smoker, non-drinker, clean, and respectful of your home • Detail-oriented and highly reliable With babies & kids, I’m great at: • Infant care, soothing, and feeding routines • Diaper changes, naps, and gentle sleep transitions • School pickup and safely getting kids to after-school activities • Helping with homework and keeping kids on track in a calm, supportive way • Daily routines and age-appropriate structure • Reading, imaginative play, and creative activities • Connecting with school-age kids through conversation, humor, and shared interests • Supporting sensitive, shy, or high-energy children • Helping kids feel safe, regulated, and cared for • Providing children with happy, fun, nourishing, and enriching experiences Parents often tell me they notice their child feels calmer, happier, and more settled, even the next day, after spending time with me. Around the house, I’m also very helpful: • Excellent at tidying, cleaning, and organizing • Comfortable handling household chores • Can cook nourishing meals and help with food prep • Naturally notice what needs to be done and take initiative • Leave your home feeling calmer, cleaner, and more put-together 📍 Location: Manhattan (open to all of NYC) 🕰 Availability: Flexible for part-time, recurring care ✨ Also available for: date nights, events, and last-minute one-off care when my schedule allows I’d love to connect with a kind family looking for steady, thoughtful support. Happy to hop on a quick call to see if we’re a good fit 💗

Having Dani watch Lilah was an absolute joy. My daughter adored her. I'm a single mom with a 10 year old who has to hustle in LA so I really needed an attentive and loving sitter and Dani answered that call. Was great at communication, very warm, patient, and attentive to my little girl. There was even an occasion that a shoot ran late and I had to have Dani stay after hours and she was so understanding and accommodating. A literal lifesaver. I can tell she loves what she does. I really think Lilah built such an attachment to her!

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Vanessa $28 per hour for 1 child

Hi, Parents! I’m Vanessa. With 7+years of Nanny experience. I’m all about making kids feel safe, happy and collect fun moments in their lives. I’m CPR & BLS Certified. I’m looking for a family who needs help. I’ve worked with kids of all ages. I enjoy making up fun activities, keeping things organized and building a positive relationship with the kids and families. I’m a pet lover!

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Nilysha $21 per hour for 1 child

Hi! My name is Nilysha 😊 I’m currently a nursing student with a passion for caring for others, especially children. I’ve always loved being around kids and creating a safe, fun, and supportive environment where they feel comfortable, happy, and cared for. I have experience working with children as both a swim instructor and lifeguard, which taught me patience, responsibility, communication, and how to stay calm and attentive in all situations. I’m also CPR/BLS certified and currently gaining hands-on experience through pediatric and maternity nursing clinicals as I work toward my dream of becoming a NICU nurse practitioner one day. I also grew up as the youngest in a big family and have 10 nephews ranging from toddlers to teenagers, so I’ve been surrounded by kids my whole life! Being involved in their lives has helped me learn how to connect with different personalities and age groups while always being caring, dependable, and understanding. I would describe myself as bubbly, kind, responsible, and easy to communicate with. I enjoy activities like arts & crafts, reading, movies, games, homework help, and simply making kids feel comfortable and entertained while keeping safety the top priority. I understand how important trust is when choosing someone to care for your children, and I always strive to make families feel supported and at ease 😊

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Zaimyra $20 per hour for 1 child

Haii! I’m an incoming Pace University (NYC Campus) student who genuinely enjoys working with children. I have experience babysitting kids from 3months to 11 years old, tutoring after school. And I’m ALSO CPR certified. A day babysitting with me : I like to keep things fun while still following the family’s routine. We might start with a snack and some homework, then switch it up with arts and crafts, games, a movie, playing outside, or exploring something new( definitely excited about this). I’m big on letting kids have fun while still making sure they feel comfortable, heard, and safe. Before the parents come home, I’ll make sure everything is cleaned up and the kids are settled into whatever routine they normally have. I like to actively keep the kids busy and myself, so their interests are very important to me. Parents are updated every few hours and occasional check in when it’s my day off. Having open communication is my biggest priority. I’d describe myself as kind, outgoing, easy to talk to for the most part lol and someone who always tries to bring positive energy wherever I go. I’ve always believed the best jobs are the ones where people are genuinely happy to see you walk through the door. I want to be the sitter kids get excited about and the person parents can trust without worrying. As I’ll be moving away from my own family to start college, I know how important it is to have people around you who make you feel safe, supported, and cared for. I hope I can be that person for the families I experience New York with while building a foundation for connections. I’m currently available for after-school care, date nights, and completely available on the weekends!!! I can adjust as needed and do very early mornings but it’ll be tedious. Face time call or in person meet before official start day!!! Feel free to reach out and ask me questions and for references.

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"We absolutely LOVE Isa — our family was so fortunate to have found her through UrbanSitter. I'm a first-time mom, and it took me a long time to find a full-time nanny I could trust to care for our sweet infant boy. Our boy connected with her immediately, and we couldn't have asked for anyone else to care for him. Her calming presence was also perfect for parents like us who work from home. We feel so lucky UrbanSitter helped us find someone who has truly become a part of our family."

Amy L., mom of one

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"I was so stressed about finding a part-time nanny for my 14-month-old son, who has moderate separation anxiety and hadn't been left with anyone but family before, but we were both immediately at ease in Buhay's presence. Her empathy and commitment to understanding child development are apparent in every interaction I've witnessed between her and my toddler. I feel very lucky to have found her."

Kamilah W., mom of one

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"Erna watched our now 5 year old daughter and 3 year old son for a few years. She is punctual, responsible, honest, and playful. What we appreciated most was that she was thoughtful in ensuring that we had a little break; for example, when the kids were clingy, she was able to divert their attention with games or songs or walks to the park. We felt very comfortable leaving our kids with Erna because of her caring nature and experience that spans a decade (including being a live-in nanny)."

Eric D., dad of two

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