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I started working with kids when I was 17
One thing you should know about me is I am a full time student at ualbany studying human development.
My skills include multitasking, organized, and fun.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
-Current: Reading Tutor, The Tutor
-2023-24: Kindergarten Teacher, Public Schools
-2020-23: Special Education Teacher, Preschool
-2018-20: General Education Teacher, Preschool
-2016: Nanny- Infant 2mo-5mo of age
-2015 through 2014- Nanny- moved with family for 2 months to be a live-in nanny of a 6, 8, and 16-year-old/...
Brigit can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Words can't express how kind, generous, thoughtful, and responsible Brigit is. She started working for me two years ago - she came sight unseen, within an hour during a snowstorm to care for my girls (6, 8) and we have relied on her ever since.
Brigit is...
Erin G.
Misty L.
Pittsfield, MA
$25-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
as a mother of a child with adhd, odd and ddmd, and autism I have a lot of experience with special needs kids. I also have been a big part in caring for my nephew with asd, spd and developmental delays! I have worked for doctors, dentists, Police officers and people off all walks of life. I treat the kids as I would my own with...
Misty can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Misty is very flexible and dependable and was just what our family needed when we needed it. We had trouble even interviewing her the first time we met her because she hit it off with our kids so well that they just wanted to play with her. We will continue to...
Steve H.
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Madeline, and I am excited about the opportunity to provide childcare services, whether on a long-term or short-term basis. My experience includes teaching as an ESL tutor, head gymnastics coach for children, and art teacher at a maximum-security facility for girls, along with years of babysitting.
I am...
Madeline can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Madeline is very empathic to people of all ages. She is playful with children of all ages and has a gentle way with little ones. Madeline is flexible when plans need to change. She has taught gymnastics to young children and had years of in-home care experience for...
kathy R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is sydney and I'm a Nursing major. I am super flexible and outgoing and friendly! I love the outdoors as well. I can help out with housekeeping and pet sitting as well!
Sydney can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sydney was punctual, and ready to help in any way she could. She cleaned up all the toys and was patient and kind! I highly recommend hiring her!"
Mo J.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Retired mom who misses being around kids and am interested in offering date night sitting. I enjoy teaching kids about nature, reading books, playing games and playing outside. I am comfortable with children of all ages but really enjoy toddlers. I raised my two boys and loved every minute of it. At one point I was a Vet Tech so...
5.0
"Susan is wonderful! She watches my 3 and 8 year old on date nights and fill in coverage. She is calm and warm and is able to keep the attention and admiration of my two boys (and dog)! We feel so lucky to have Susan in our lives. I cannot recommend her enough."
Lauren W.
5.0
(2)
I am a passionate care provider looking to care for individuals with special needs or the elderly. I have an associates degree in early childhood education where I worked in various settings with children with many disabilities including autism, fragile X, spinal cord injuries, social and emotional disabilities and behavior...
Crystal can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"I highly recommend Crystal as a senior caregiver. She took care of my 90 yr Father for over a year until his recent passing. She was professional, knowledgeable, very caring, extremely organized and attentive. She got along well with the other caregivers and had...
Care member
Gabrielle K.
West Stockbridge, MA
$28/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have had lots of expierence working with children of all different ages and needs. I babysat for a family that has 3 children (2, 3, and 6) for 4 years. I also have experience through being an assistant soccer coach for u-8 and u-10-year-olds for the past year. I love kids and being able to help them and see them grow in any...
Gabrielle can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Gabrielle is dependable, kind, trustworthy and personable. My entire family adore her, and recommend her for any services."
Allyson P.
Wendi H.
Pittsfield, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have been working as a nanny and care giver for many years and have experience with all ages and stages. I'd love to find a family to care for!
Wendi can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jessica N.
Pittsfield, MA
$15/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Jessica and I have been babysitting for 7 years. I work well with infants up to elementary. I am an early education major.
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jessica was a much needed help to our family taking care of our child from when they were 3 months old to about 6 months old. I can tell they both had fun! We really appreciated how flexible she was to our changing schedules."
Corey S.
Missy I.
Pittsfield, MA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello,
I have been caring for families loved ones for the last 10 plus years!
I've worked with clients who have beginning to end stages of Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and GeneralCare.
Hands on care
Companionship
Medication passing
General housecleaning, and yard work
Please reach out if I fit any of the support you're looking...
Missy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I cannot say enough wonderful things about Missy! For many years, she was the lead caregiver that took care of our Mother who had Alzheimers. Missy is amazing at what she does and puts 110% into the care she gives. She is kind, warm, smart, organized, reliable,...
Care member
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I went through a certification program at Berkshire Community College in 1989 and became a preschool teacher. I continued college and became a public school teacher for 13 years. I've since retired and would like to have a part time job working with children.
This briefly describes my professional experience, however...
Donna can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Yazuri B.
Lenox, MA
$15-25/hr • 12 yrs exp
As a nurturing and experienced caregiver, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. With over a decade of experience, I've excelled in providing reliable childcare solutions for families. My patient, creative, and friendly demeanor fosters a welcoming atmosphere for children. I believe in open...
Yazuri can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I have watched children ranging in ages 6 months up to 12 years old. I have been watching children for over 10 years and I absolutely love it. I like to do arts and crafts as well as be outside to play whenever the weather cooperates. I have worked with children with special needs as well and have some training in that area. I...
Amber can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Lisa M.
Pittsfield, MA
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm a childcare provider who has always been passionate about nurturing the growth of young minds. With two years of experience, I've had the pleasure of caring for children of various ages, from infants to preteens. I believe in creating a safe and nurturing environment where children can thrive and reach their full...
Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Special Needs Care
Zoey G.
Pittsfield, MA
$17-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children, which led me to become a dedicated childcare provider. Whether it's playing board games, solving puzzles, or engaging in educational apps, I enjoy creating a stimulating and fun environment for kids. Being patient, creative, and approachable allows me to...
Laura Melissa M.
Pittsfield, MA
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always been in love with children since I have 2 nephews, the girl is 1 year and 7 months old and the boy is 6 years old. and I believe that children should be protected and more than titles they should be people who love children and have patience and affection for them.
Laura Melissa can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Raina C.
Pittsfield, MA
$25-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Raina. I'm 23 years old and I am very passionate about childcare. I have upwards of 8 years of childcare experience with 4 years on nannying experience. I've cared for children of all ages as well as having plenty of experience with newborns and multiples. I have an art background and love to provide littles with...
Raina can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Christine F.
Pittsfield, MA
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a really outgoing person. I am great with children and used to work at Summer camp with children with the ages 5 to 13 years old. I come up with great activities and can help the children with their homework.
Christine can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Hi there! I am Jodi and I worked with children of all ages and needs building strong bonds with them and their families since 2004. I have served as a nanny for 3 different families throughout my career. One of the families I worked with for seven years. Another family, I worked with for one year, as a home school nanny during...
Jodi can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Canaan, NY
Brigit H.
5.0
Words can't express how kind, generous, thoughtful, and responsible Brigit is. She started working for me two years ago - she came sight unseen, within an hour during a snowstorm to care for my girls (6, 8) and we have relied on her ever since.
Brigit is reliable, dedicated, and extremely...
- Erin G.
Misty L.
5.0
Misty was great. She initially impressed me by texting me the day before with a series of questions about my son - everything from his schedule to whether he had any allergies, was on any medications, etc.
She was punctual (showing up a few minutes early both times) and is warm and energetic....
- Jarret S.
Madeline R.
5.0
Madeline is very empathic to people of all ages. She is playful with children of all ages and has a gentle way with little ones. Madeline is flexible when plans need to change. She has taught gymnastics to young children and had years of in-home care experience for children. If she meets your child,...
- kathy R.
Sydney D.
5.0
Sydney was punctual, and ready to help in any way she could. She cleaned up all the toys and was patient and kind! I highly recommend hiring her!
- Mo J.
Susan W.
5.0
Susan is wonderful with children and dogs, and our family has appreciated her infectious enthusiasm for books and the outdoors. She has taken our child for long walks in nature and read several books with her. She is respectful of our daughter's nap schedule and plans accordingly with her meals and...
- Miche E.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Canaan, NY:
How can I find a Canaan babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Canaan, NY can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 1 babysitters in Canaan, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Canaan, NY?
The average rate for Canaan, NY babysitters on Care.com is $18.00 per hour as of April 2025. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Canaan, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Canaan, NY through Care.com. As of 2025, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.