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Nanny Ylana
Nanny Ylana
New York, NY
$18/hr
Full-time
2 years experience
A little bit about me
My name is Ylana I am 20 years old. I love kids like they are my own kid ,I have a daughter of my own ,she a newborn. I’ve been watching.i’ve been watching my siblings since they was young age .
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Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Recent reference
"Ylana is an wonderful nanny. I’m struggling to write a brief but positive letter demonstrating her great qualities without it sounding too fluffed up. She’s been extremely reliable, amazing at communication, and accepts feedback extremely well."
- Jayvon
Nanny Simona
Nanny Simona
New York, NY
$28/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience
A little bit about me
I am an Italian nanny with 13 years of experience, specialized in infant care. I worked for families up to 5 children, I am caring and nurturing. I love my job very much and I have good references. Fluent in English and I can help with French homework as well. I worked for a family with 4 children at the Liceè Française.
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Recent reference
"It is with great pleasure that I write in enthusiastic endorsement of Simona Conti as a childcare provider. She has provided childcare for my son since January 2017 when he was five months old to the present day. From the beginning, Simona has been an ideal caretaker: responsible, kind, nurturing, trust-worthy, and attentive. She has always met and surpassed our expectations of childcare from her steadfast reliability and punctuality to navigating changes in our child’s routine to building a genuine relationship with our son.
At each stage, she met our new suggestions and expectations for care: from warming breast milk bottles to playground safety to traveling on the subway. We have utmost trust that she will implement our family’s new practices and guidelines. She is always attentive to our child’s needs and reports her insights and observations with care.
Simona is friendly, kind, and energetic. Simona has been a beloved and outstanding caretaker for our son."
- Noelle Liston
Nanny Malea
Nanny Malea
New York, NY
$25/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience
A little bit about me
I'm a musical theatre student currently, I'm graduating in October. I take classes at night, so I’m looking for something between 8am and 4-5:30. I'm from Reno, Nevada, where I frequently worked as a face painter at birthday parties as well as an on-call babysitter. My mother is a midwife/ doula so I'm very familiar with young babies and what's necessary to care for them, as well as older children. I love disney & pixar as much as any child I've taken care of, and I never get tired of watching the same movie over and over with them :)
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Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Recent reference
"Malea immediately felt like family to us, which is the best feeling when hiring a nanny. Our toddler LOOOOOVED her. They invented all kinds of fun games together. He would literally push us out the door when she arrived. It was so sad when she moved to NYC! We highly recommend Malea for nannying services."
- Jessica
Nanny Lisa
Nanny Lisa
New York, NY
$30/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience
A little bit about me
I'm an upbeat, interactive, patient, attentive, athletic, articulate & highly-nurturing, & creative woman who has over 10 yrs working as a NYC nanny, with ages 6 wks-11 yrs old. I've also been employed as a Hatha Yoga teacher as part of a remedial reading/writing art program in the public schools, as well as an actor in Children's Theatre. I genuinely enjoy creating a supportive, safe, loving, happy & healthy environment, in which a child can laugh & learn. I teach baby sign language, happily run around playgrounds & parks, read lots of books, encourage speech via lively verbal interactions, create music, sing, dance, play stimulating, age-appropriate toys & games, and, of course, spend lots of affectionate & cuddly time together. I have cared for disabled adults & for children with emotional challenges, which developed even more so my natural patient & caring nature.
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certification
CPR
Recent reference
"We cannot recommend Lisa highly enough. She has been with our family for three years, starting when our eldest was just 6 months old and seamlessly welcoming our second son, born in 2024. She truly loves our boys like her own — and they feel it. What makes her exceptional is her total presence and genuine investment in our kids' development. She is never on her phone — always engaged, always stimulating: reading, singing, playing music, and getting them outside. She proactively recommends books, toys, and activities perfectly suited to each child's age and personality. When we moved from NYC to NJ, she chose to commute rather than leave our boys. That says everything. Any family would be lucky to have her."
- Kate
Nanny Emma
Nanny Emma
New York, NY
$20/hr
Full-time
2 years experience
A little bit about me
Hi, families! My name is Emma and I'm a student at Columbia University studying Education and Political Science. I hope to one day work in Education Law, working to increase access to a high-quality education for low-income students.
I am enthusiastic, patient, caring, and fun, and I am passionate about working with kids. My experience is as follows: I've been babysitting/nannying for five years, and I've worked as a preschool assistant teacher for the past three. I've worked with all ages, from infants to preteens.
I am well-versed in developmentally appropriate sensory play for babies and toddlers, and will make my time with your little ones educational and stimulatory as well as fun. I employ a Montessori, child-led philosophy, and I believe in keeping screen time to a minimum and encouraging active learning through play. I am also infant/child CPR and First Aid certified, and have taken courses in child development and safety.
I am enthusiastic, patient, caring, and fun, and I am passionate about working with kids. My experience is as follows: I've been babysitting/nannying for five years, and I've worked as a preschool assistant teacher for the past three. I've worked with all ages, from infants to preteens.
I am well-versed in developmentally appropriate sensory play for babies and toddlers, and will make my time with your little ones educational and stimulatory as well as fun. I employ a Montessori, child-led philosophy, and I believe in keeping screen time to a minimum and encouraging active learning through play. I am also infant/child CPR and First Aid certified, and have taken courses in child development and safety.
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Recent reference
"To Whom it May Concern,
It is with absolute pleasure that I recommend Emma Thompson-Haye as a nanny. Emma is a phenomenal nanny. She watched my son (then 3-yrs-old) on the weekends until we ended up getting a full-time nanny. As a mom who works weekends, Emma provided me with the peace of mind that my son was taken care of. She often texted me pictures of what they were getting up to, fun stuff like art projects and discovering new playgrounds and bookstores. She shared our values of literacy and always read to my son along with doing other educational activities (flash cards, teaching numbers and letters, how to write his name) without ever being prompted. When she stopped working for our family, my son missed her so much we ended up signing him up for the summer preschool camp where she teaches. Emma is such a caring nanny with such a way with kids and I know your child will absolutely love her. Please reach out for any more info.
Sincerely,
Olivia Schneider"
- Olivia
Nanny Angie
Nanny Angie
New York, NY
$28/hr
Full-time
8 years experience
A little bit about me
I’m a nanny/babysitter with 10 + years of experience. Seeking for a part-time or full time job to start immediately. I’m sweet, loving, caring, dedicated, reliable, trustworthy. I will care your child with mother’s love, as I would care my child. I raised my child and that’s my best experience. I speak four languages, and I have references.
I’m full Covid vaccinated + booster.
I’m full Covid vaccinated + booster.
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Recent reference
"Angie is an outstanding nanny and I am so glad that she was a part of my son's life. From the very beginning, she was very motivated and eager to get to know my 13 month old and how she could make him happy and comfortable. She has a very calming presence and my son had been isolated because of the pandemic, so he was extra challenging to work with because of his fear of strangers. He accepted Angie within a few days, and is now thriving and happy because of her care. She is very meticulous, punctual, patient, clean, and hardworking, and truly cares about children. Her enthusiasm about our son and how he changes every week is genuine. We can trust her to follow instructions when necessary but also use her judgment and instincts, which are usually right on target. I would highly recommend Angie to any family who wants an exceptional nanny that will love their child and keep them safe. He is about to start daycare, which is the only reason we can't keep him with Angie forever!"
- Maria
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Nanny Adela
New York, NY
$20/hr
Full-time
4 years experience
A little bit about me
I’m a loving and responsible nanny with over 4 years of experience . I offer safe, stimulating care, helping children thrive while keeping the household organized. I look forward to helping your family!
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Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Yulieth Carolina
Nanny Yulieth Carolina
New York, NY
$25/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience
A little bit about me
I am a responsible and punctual person, a loving believer in God and grateful for life.
I love children. I have a two-year-old baby. I like to sing to them, play with them and help them stimulate their motor skills. I am aware of how delicate the care of babies must be. I have a great motivation to learn and help a child grow. Meeting you will be a great pleasure and joy.
I love children. I have a two-year-old baby. I like to sing to them, play with them and help them stimulate their motor skills. I am aware of how delicate the care of babies must be. I have a great motivation to learn and help a child grow. Meeting you will be a great pleasure and joy.
Have experience working with
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Recent reference
"Una excelente empleada .responsable y comprometida con su trabajo"
- Nasly martinez
Nanny Torri
Nanny Torri
New York, NY
$21/hr
Full-time
2 years experience
A little bit about me
My name is Torri, I am a nursing student, I am BLS Certified and also a CNA! My previous job was at a hospital as a CNA and i worked with all age ranges! I have worked a few baby sitting jobs in the past and am hoping to start again!
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Recent reference
"Torri was excellent with my 2 daughters this past fall and winter. She was very flexible and my children loved her! Sadly I did not need child care anymore but if I were to I would definitely rehire her! She kept my kids busy and did not mind when I’d ask her to do other tasks. Torri went out her way for my family and treated us all like we were family as we did her! Whoever gets her next is very lucky!"
- Audrey
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Nanny Juliana
"Juliana is extremely caring, engaging, and truly listened to our kids and our family needs. She understood our family dynamic as a blended family. A bonus was her ability to prepare meals, driving our children to activities, and she helped with tidying and organizing. We absolutely adored our time with her as our babysitter!"
- Callan
Nanny Jamaya
"She always made sure she went above and beyond, she’s always done more than what i’ve asked of her she’s exceptional"
- john Ali
Nanny Inga
"Inga became like a sister to me- she was my right hand person in the home. Helped me love and raise my kids and keep the house in order."
- Sylvie
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What are the responsibilities of a nanny?
Nanny responsibilities range from childcare tasks to assisting with household duties. The exact job description depends on the specific needs of the family. For a special needs nanny, duties might also include providing tailored care and implementing therapeutic activities. Activities can be tailored to the child's interests and abilities. For instance, exploring sensory-friendly exhibits at the Children's Museum of the Arts for a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Check out our guide for a deeper dive into nanny responsibilities.
How should I conduct a nanny interview?
When you find a nanny in New York, the interview process is crucial. Prepare in advance by creating a list of nanny interview questions tailored to your family's needs. These may touch on their experience with special needs children, their training, and their ability to handle potential emergency situations. Remember, it's essential to have a conversation, not just a Q&A session. Here's how to prepare for a nanny interview.
What is a nanny contract and why do I need one?
A nanny contract is an agreement between you and your nanny that outlines key details such as hours, salary, and job duties. It helps set clear expectations and can help prevent misunderstandings down the road. It's also a great place to lay out specifics about caring for children with special needs. For a closer look at the details, see our guide on nanny contracts.
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Nannies are considered household employees, which means you're responsible for withholding taxes from their paycheck and paying employer taxes. This process can be complex, but a nanny payroll service can help simplify it.
How do I ensure a safe and secure hire with background checks?
Background checks are a vital step in the hiring process. They can provide peace of mind about your potential nanny's criminal history, driving records, and other vital information. It's always wise to inform candidates in advance that you will be conducting a background check. You can learn more about our approach to background checks here.
How do I decide between a part-time, full-time, or summer nanny?
Your decision will depend on your family's needs and schedule. A full-time nanny often works 40 hours a week, while a part-time nanny might work less than that. A summer nanny is typically hired for a set period during the summer break. You might find that one type of arrangement better fits your family's requirements. To help you navigate these choices, we've prepared a guide detailing the costs associated with each type of nanny in New York.