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Shterna
Booked by 8 repeat families
18 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 23 families in Long Island City, NY

Hi! I'm Shterna, and I'm 26 years old. I grew up in central Brooklyn in a big family of 11, with 28 nieces and nephews (ages 0-16) and over 100 first cousins. Being surrounded by kids my whole life, I naturally picked up childcare early on. *I will be graduating with a Bachelor's in Education in July of 2027 (My classes are on Sunday, and at 7:30 PM twice a week so my school schedule does not impede my daytime/full-time availability)* I started working with kids professionally in middle school as a babysitter and summer camp counselor. After finishing school in 2018, I primarily worked as a nanny (with a brief stint in corporate) and continue to nanny today. I have lots of experience with newborns, multiples, classrooms (of infants, toddlers, and junior high-school) long shifts, overnights and weekends, children who are unwell, working in two-parent households, and transporting kids around the city. I also have experience caring for dogs and cats, hold a driver’s license, and am vaccinated. Outside of work, I’m an avid reader and Boggle player. I love putting on makeup, jump on any opportunity to hear live-music, and enjoy schmoozing with friends. As a religious Jew, my weekend availability can be limited, but I’m happy to work around it when possible. I’m semi-fluent in Hebrew (and Yiddish) and enjoy sharing my culture with anyone interested! I look forward to hearing from you and am happy to answer any questions or provide additional information and references.

Shterna is a confident, dependable caregiver. She has taken the time to understand our infant daughter's personality, moods, developmental stage, and individual needs, adapting her care accordingly. She actively supports our daughter's development through thoughtful interaction and age-appropriate activities. Since she began caring for our daughter, we have noticed her becoming more settled, engaged, and confident. Most importantly, our daughter has developed a strong bond with Shterna and is always happy to see her. We feel confident leaving our daughter in Shterna's care and highly recommend her to any family looking for a kind, reliable, and attentive babysitter.

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Laura
Booked by 28 repeat families
26 reviews
$22 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 50 families in Long Island City, NY

Hey Folks! West Harlem resident for 10 plus years and South Jersey Native, here. Muhlenberg College Grad, Student of Theatre. Actor, Writer, Theatre Deviser, Teaching Arist, Arts Non Profit Co-founder. Full of life force, love, and laughter and ready to help out with your child care needs. Care, safety, keeping consistent with the rules you’ve set out in your home are paramount, of course, but I also put great importance in honoring the personalities, intellects, and creative souls in the children that are under my care. A bit more about my past work with children: Freelance Child Care | NY Child Care Provider September 2014- Present Part time nanny for several families in NYC. Supervise multiple children’s domestic and city activities, meal prep, transport to and from activities, provide homework assistance, maintain clear expectations and lines of communication with parental/guardian figures. Urban Sitter Child Care provider/background check approved. Support virtual home learning, monitor class attendance. Irondale Brooklyn I NY Teaching Artist June 2022-Present Lead science researcher students in theatrical improvisation work to learn to become better presenters. Aid students in understanding and engaging their audiences. Exemplify how to craft the story of their research, and use their voices and bodies to create compelling presentations. Supernow | NY Counselor and Show Host June 2020- September 2022 Lead daily virtual camp cabin meetings, personalize planned curriculum for campers, facilitate intentional, dynamic, and fun conversation with and amongst campers, communicate freely with parents and their campers during cabin time. Manage logistical requirements of Zoom virtual meetings and create and host additional show programs surrounding sustainability education for children. Companion/Volunteer work at Voorhees Pediatric Facility. A long term care facility for young people seeking speciality medical care. Often children from all over the nation. Weekly visits one on one with about 5 children over 2 years. Experience with high functioning and low functioning children in that controlled, long term facility type environment. Able to socialize and give positive stimulation to children I worked with while also keeping a keen eye for any health incidents that arise, and in that case, able to quickly, calmly, efficiently get the health professionals to assist the child in need.

My 3.5 year old really liked Laura and says she wants her to come back and play! Laura did a great job, especially since my daughter had been very clingy/moody due to a baby sister coming soon! There were no tears and I came back to a very happy girl. She did a great job engaging her and helping her warm up right away. We will definitely have her back soon!

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Carolyn
Booked by 82 repeat families
90 reviews
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 186 families in Long Island City, NY

Hi families! My name is Carolyn, and I have a genuine passion for caring for children and helping them grow in safe, supportive, and positive environments. I currently work at Champion Elementary in Daytona Beach in an ESE Pre-K blended classroom, where I assist students with a variety of learning and behavioral needs. But I am in New York for the summer . I was recently nominated for Paraprofessional of the Year by the Volusia Council for Exceptional Children and currently serve on the Conference Committee for the Florida Council for Exceptional Children. I am also enrolled at Daytona State College pursuing my AA degree through Volusia County’s Pathways to Teacher Program as I continue working toward becoming a certified teacher. I am coming up to NY for the summer of 2026 . I have experience caring for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary-aged children in both school and childcare settings. I enjoy creating engaging activities, helping with routines, supporting learning, and making children feel comfortable and cared for. Families often describe me as patient, reliable, caring, and easy to communicate with. I am CPR and First Aid certified and would love the opportunity to support your family and care for your little ones! I’m also a mom of 2 I have a 3 year old daughter & a 7 month old son .

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Rinelle
Booked by 8 repeat families
10 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 17 families in Long Island City, NY

Hi! My name is Rinelle and I am a senior at Hunter College. As an older sister to three siblings, caregiving has always been part of my life. I have been working with children for over 6 years, through various babysitting and tutoring jobs. I am bilingual in English and French and conversational in Spanish. I am also comfortable working with children of all ages! My biggest strength as a caregiver is my ability to adapt and creatively problem-solve, all while maintaining a positive attitude. Furthermore, I am honest, patient, and generous in spirit. I also have several hobbies and enjoy playing volleyball, reading books, and taking photographs, to name a few. All in all, I truly enjoy caregiving and I look forward to serving your family!

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Valeria
Booked by 12 repeat families
8 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 24 families in Long Island City, NY

Hi, my name is Valeria. I speak two lenguajes fluently, Spanish and English, I also have beginner korean and German. I studied at Baruch college with a major in international business and a minor in marketing. I am now doing my master degree however I am currently just doing research therefore I have all freedom when it comes to scheduling. I’ve been working as babysitter since 2018 with UrbanSitter and I’ve been a mentor and tutor for kids starting from preK all the way through 7th grade with some experiences in high school writing tutoring. I truly love to work with kids and pets, having experience with both. I have worked with a big range of ages and more than 15 long term families along the way. In my free time, I love to dance, learn languages, and travel. I would love to become part of your family and for you to become part of mine. I still occasionally work with families I worked for full time years ago.

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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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What does a nanny do?

Nannies provide ongoing, in-home child care on a set schedule. A nanny may prepare meals, assist with school pickup, help with homework, manage activities, and handle light housekeeping related to child care. Many nannies specialize in specific age groups or needs such as infant care or bilingual support. Learn more about what a nanny does.

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What's the difference between UrbanSitter and a Long Island City nanny agency?

Nanny agencies in Long Island City often charge placement fees that can total thousands of dollars. On UrbanSitter, there are no agency placement fees, just a simple membership. You can browse available nannies in Long Island City, interview candidates, and hire directly.

What types of nannies can I find in Long Island City?

On UrbanSitter, you can find full-time, part-time, and live-in nannies in Long Island City. Many nannies offer specialized experience including infant care, nanny sharing, bilingual care, and after school coverage. Browse profiles and filter by experience type to find your fit.

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A written agreement helps you and your nanny align on schedule, pay, duties, and time off before the job begins. Many families in Long Island City use a simple contract to set expectations from day one. See our nanny contract template and guide for what to include.

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