It used to be hard to find a reliable babysitter or nanny in Poughkeepsie. But using advanced technology, we have compiled a list of the top-rated babysitters in the Poughkeepsie area. Learn more about the best sitters in Poughkeepsie and match with the one that perfectly meets your needs!.
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Madison G. |
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New Paltz, NY 25 years old with 4 years of experience $10 to $15 an hour |
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I am a college student who absolutely adores children. I am studying elementary education and plan on getting my masters in special education. I have worked in a daycare for a few years and worked in an elementary/ middle school sports and arts progr Read More | Message Madison G. |
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Sandra K. |
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Carmel, NY 25 years old with 6 years of experience $13 to $23 an hour |
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I am a cheerful, positive and respectful person. I enjoy working with children of all ages and have experience caring for children since I was 16. I am someone who love the outdoors and believe that too much TV is never a good thing. Playing outside, Read More | Message Sandra K. |
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Makenzie M. |
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Wappingers Falls, NY 29 years old with 10 years of experience $12 to $17 an hour |
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I'm 28 and currently going back to school so my availability is quite open. If you have any questions regarding my availability so anything I have stated below please do not hesitate to ask. I love kids and spending time with them. I am one of thr Read More | Message Makenzie M. |
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Rebekah H. |
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Walden, NY 29 years old with 8 years of experience $10 to $20 an hour |
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I come from a big family with lots of younger cousins, so I am very familiar with being around little kids. I have had several past babysitting experiences throughout the last seven years. While safety is always my number one priority, I also love t Read More | Message Rebekah H. |
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Daray G. |
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Beacon, NY 30 years old with 3 years of experience $10 to $15 an hour |
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I currently work as a teaching assistant at Green Chimneys school located in Brewster, NY. The population I currently work with range from low functioning children on the spectrum to children with diagnosed behavioral and aggression disorders. The ca Read More | Message Daray G. |
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Carolyn M. |
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Hopewell Junction, NY 57 years old with 12 years of experience $10 to $15 an hour |
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I am a mother of 3 children, 2 of which I am homeschooling. I have taught classes in my homeschool co-op for multiple grades. I have also helped out with my daughters' 4-H group. I am currently a catechist for 8th grade, and I have also taught kin Read More | Message Carolyn M. |
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Gabriela T. |
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Newburgh, NY 28 years old with 7 years of experience $10 to $15 an hour |
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I have babysat children from 5 months to 15 years. I am current;y studying to teach at mercy college I will recieve my bachelors degree next may. I am a substitute teacher In Newburgh ny i sub from grades pre-k - 8 mostly. I am very experienced with Read More | Message Gabriela T. |
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Jacquline H. |
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Carmel, NY 24 years old with 12 years of experience $17 to $20 an hour |
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I am great with kids. I love them. I am kind, caring, loving, fun, and creative. I can cook dinner, make snacks, help with homework of all grades. I love to clean also, I am very responsible, always on time. I am flexible for any hours. Read More | Message Jacquline H. |
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Diana D. |
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Fishkill, NY 31 years old with 1 years of experience $15 to $20 an hour |
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Hi! My name is Diana and I am 29 years old. I am available to babysit on the weekends and weeknights, date nights etc. Also available for early mornings until about 7:30 am. I live in Fishkill, and work in Beacon so I’m always very local. I am c Read More | Message Diana D. |
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Bonnie M. |
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Newburgh, NY 69 years old with 12 years of experience $15 to $20 an hour |
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I have babysat my beautiful grand daughters since birth, they are now 10 & 12. I love children I am reliable, trustworthy, very patient, and would treat your little one like my own. I also have worked with the elderly for over 18 years. , I always g Read More | Message Bonnie M. |
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Vidtawan S. |
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Newburgh, NY 19 years old with 3 years of experience $15 to $30 an hour |
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Hi! My name is Isabella and I am very interested in this job as a baby sitter. I, myself, have two younger brothers ages 7 and 9. I've helped both of my parents around the house including cleaning. Read More | Message Vidtawan S. |
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Shadala B. |
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Poughkeepsie, NY 24 years old with 3 years of experience $10 to $20 an hour |
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I'm great with kids I love kids very much. I have two of my own. I have babysit plenty of children and I have to say their families loved me and the loved me like I was their parent. Read More | Message Shadala B. |
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Nicole C. |
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Maybrook, NY 25 years old with 5 years of experience $15 to $17 an hour |
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I started babysitting when I was very young. My big sister babysat and I wanted to be just like her! I started out going with her and then I started babysitting on my own. My goal in life is to become a nurse. I love kids and I'd love to work in a li Read More | Message Nicole C. |
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Stephanie S. |
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Fishkill, NY 25 years old with 3 years of experience $15 to $25 an hour |
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I have an almost 5 year old son. I have baby sat for one person short term. He was about 6 months. I also worked at a daycare for a year. I started in the infant room and then worked in the toddler room towards the end of the year that I was working Read More | Message Stephanie S. |
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Mayleen B. |
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Newburgh, NY 28 years old with 8 years of experience $12 to $17 an hour |
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I am a very dependable person. I was employed by Little Harvard Preschool as a Universal Pre-K teacher for the past 2 years, and have left the school to seek employment through the school district for the upcoming year. I have the summer off. While w Read More | Message Mayleen B. |
Price of a Babysitter in Poughkeepsie
1 Child (per hour) | Multiple Children (per hour) | With Tip (per hour) |
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$15.0 | $15.0 – $22.4 | $15.0 – $25.8 |
It costs about $15.0 per hour (for one child) to hire a babysitter in Poughkeepsie, that’s about $1.52 more than the national average of $13.44 per hour. Additional children can cost up to 50% more per child that needs care but many sitters charge much less or nothing additional for two kids. A tip is not always necessary but always appreciated. 10 to 15 percent is common but again, not a requirement.
Book a Sitter in Poughkeepsie Tonight
Many of the Poughkeepsie sitters above respond within 24 hours, and some of them much faster than that. You can certainly get a sitter for tonight in Poughkeepsie but the earlier you request one the better your odds will be. Give it a shot tonight!
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If you’re in the Poughkeepsie area and want to become a babysitter or nanny both Sitter City and Care.com are great places to start a career or a side gig. Check out their respective applications below to see if you’re a good fit: