Lead Sitter
Becky Halfon
Becky currently works at a daycare and has 8+ years of hands-on childcare experience — from babysitting 10+ kids across Brooklyn to leading groups of 20+ as a camp counselor. She's also tutored 25+ students, so homework help is always included!
Get to know Becky
- Brooklyn born and raised — knows every playground in the area
- Loves playing with toys, building forts, and getting creative with the kids
- Can help with homework in any subject (tutored 25+ students!)
- Always brings the energy — whether it's dress-up, board games, or outdoor fun
Ages
Infants through pre-teens (ages 0–10)
Experience
Neshama Preschool — Brooklyn, NY
Preschool Aide · September 2025 – Present
- Provide attentive daily care for young children including preparing and serving meals and assisting with diaper changes
- Facilitate engaging developmental activities such as coloring, arts and crafts, and supervised outdoor play
- Foster a warm, nurturing environment that encourages social interaction, creativity, and early childhood development
ChildCare Services — Brooklyn, NY
Babysitter · May 2017 – Present
- Responsible for care of 10+ children ages 0-10 across local area over 6 year span
- Provide meals, day trips, recreational activities and entertainment
- Developed multi-tasking, responsibility and caregiving skills
NYC Scholars — Brooklyn, NY
Tutor · October 2022 – December 2024
- Provided virtual and in person academic support for 25+ students in elementary and middle school
- Tutored students in all subjects, sourcing additional tools and exercises to foster understanding
Mill Basin Day Camp — Brooklyn, NY
Counselor · July 2021 – August 2023
- Oversaw group of 20+ 7th grade students while adhering to daily camp agenda
- Catered to the wellbeing of students by engaging with them through activities in their interests
- Created personalized games to entertain and encourage participation
Camp Oshrat — Brooklyn, NY
Counselor · July 2018 – August 2020
- Monitored large groups of children on camp property and outside locations on weekly trips
- Facilitated various sessions for middle school students including sports, art, and music
HES Sunday Funday — Brooklyn, NY
Counselor (Volunteer) · November 2018 – February 2019
- Volunteered throughout the school year with local children, enriching their extracurriculars through sport games, martial arts, and arts and crafts activities
Education
City University of New York, Brooklyn College
Bachelor of Finance — JFEW Scholar
Expected May 2026
Skills
“Every kid deserves to feel safe, have fun, and know someone cares.”
