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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as caring, understanding,
I like working with kids because they are fun!! It's amazing to watch them learn and grow
I'm looking for a job that needs the missing piece to their puzzle. To help them make things easier in day to day living.
I started working with kids when I was a teenager at two...
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have worked as a babysitter/nanny for 8 years. I use my teaching experience, creativity, and patience to provide the best experience possible for children & families.
Kolby can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Faith R.
Plainfield, MA
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Faith and I have been a caregiver for many years with a wide range of experiences expanding from infants to late elementary schoolers :) I'd love to chat more about so many things regarding my experience if you're interested! I'm always down to have a phone call or video call :) Wicked excited to hear from you...
Seasoned childcare provider here! I am fun loving, active, organized, and great with communication. I started at a daycare when I was 16 as an assistant and became an eec certified teacher working mainly on the infant and toddler for 10years. I also ran the school age summer camp class for a while. I'm capable of providing age...
Chaity can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
4.7
(15)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, I'm Brooke! I'm 25 years old. I have been babysitting and working with kids for over 10 years now. I have experience working with different aged children from a museum(kid space), from a YMCA, and from the 30+ families I've cared for from Care. com. I've cared for children as young as 3mths and as old as 13yrs. The...
Brooke can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Brooke was absolutely wonderful with my 6 month old. I would definitely hire again."
Tara M.
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 needsl 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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
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
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting since I was 13. I've babysat infants to 9-year-olds. I love children and almost always clear up my schedule to fit your needs.
Eileen can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Eileen was fantastic with our infant, who can sometimes be a bit fussy with new people. I found her courteous and professional, but also very engaging, and especially sweet with the little one. She has extensive experience in care-giving and it really shows. A...
Bozena W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Part Time And Occasional Babysitter!
I am a full time working medical assistant in Northampton looking for families needing some time for errands or date nights. I am currently limited to only weeknights after 4:30 p.m. or weekends.
Please message me if you have any questions.
-CPR/AED certified
-All LGBTQ+ families...
Izadora can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Izzy goes above and beyond to be creative, helpful, kind, imaginative and dynamic with my daughters and helping manage my household. She is consistent, punctual, flexible and just an all around good person. My daughters love her as do I. I appreciate her so much...
Brittanie J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have raised three children of my own plus watched children throughout the years from infant to school age. I also have several years experience as a kindergarten side in the public school system as well as substitute teaching in the public schools and a private preschool.
Paige can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
5.0
"Paige pet sat for me in April and was so great to our pup and kept me updated on how she was doing while we were away. Thanks so much Paige!"
Jacqueline L.
Helen B.
Northampton, MA
$29-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.2
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I just moved from Massachusetts to Chicago and am looking for a wonderful family to work for. I absolutely adore kids and love seeing their perspective of life and just learning more about the world through their eyes. Whenever I babysit, I like to incorporate nature and creative play into our time together, whether that...
Helen can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Helen is phenomenal. She is smart, responsible, responsive, funny... the works. She took care of my 6-year-old son who is truly not the easiest kid, and he just LOVED her. She was kind and generous with my older daughter too. She really follows what the kid...
Clio S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm currently looking mostly for night shifts, some weekends, and Wed or Fri day shifts
I'm the oldest of 7 children, the youngest now being 6 - and I have helped raise each one of them so I have experience of all ages! I've also been babysitting children between newborn-10 years recently and have references if you'd...
Sabrina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
5.0
"Sabrina took care of my 4 children while I was in the hospital giving birth to our 5th baby. Our children were well taken care of while I was away and I was extremely pleased with her work. The home was clean when we returned home and the kids happy. Sabrina is a...
Diane D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Looking for someone to care for your children who is reliable, nurturing, and passionate about what she does? I am a full-time early intervention occupational therapist who has been working with children most of my life as a babysitter, a full-time nanny, and now as an OT. As a healthcare professional I have advanced training in...
Candice can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Candice has been helping me with my two boys (current ages 9 and 2) for well over a year now. She is fantastic with them - and with us! We adore her and can't say enough good things!"
Erin O.
Adam H.
Charlemont, MA
$28-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Young Flexible Caregiver Looking To Aide Your Family In Any Way Imaginable!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a natural caregiver, I've dedicated the last seven years of my life to nurturing the growth and development of children. My passion for childcare stems from my own positive babysitting experiences and the profound impact I wish to make on young lives.
My patient, creative, and friendly nature allows me to connect...
Adam can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Adam was great! He reached about beforehand to go over the details of the job, was on time, and was great with the kids. They loved him and are already asking for him to babysit again."
Meghan K.
5.0
(6)
I am a mom of twins who are 20 who are in college.
I am specifically interested/experienced in helping out with infants/ newborns and supporting families during this momentous transition, however I am NOT a certified postpartum doula, yet!
My background is in the arts and I love to create art and make music with children as...
Dina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Dina is basically a part of the family now. She loves our kids like her own. We trust her completely and will keep her in our life forever!"
Huey S.
4.8
(16)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am 29 and have been a professional nanny for over 8 years. LGBTQ+ friendly here!!!! I have a degree in theatre and a minor in early childhood education/development. In the past 4 years I have also taught English as well as provide childcare in Mexico, Guatemala, Peru, and most recently an orphanage in Tanzania. In addition to...
Nicholas can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nick was fantastic with our three children (7, 4, and 2 at the time). They loved being with him and we always knew he would keep them engaged and happy."
Carly S.
Debra T.
Becket, MA
$23-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a childcare provider, my passion lies in nurturing the growth and development of children while supporting families in need of reliable care. With three years of experience, I am dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for your child.
My calm and patient demeanor allows me to connect with...
Debra can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Debbie has been a great addition for our family. She was flexible and caring. She established a great bond with our son and went above and beyond to take care of our daughter when needed for school breaks."
Care member
5.0
(1)
I am a kindergarten teacher in Westfield with more than 15 years of experience working with children, whether it be babysitting, working in a daycare with infants-preschool, or teaching in the public schools.
Kristen can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Kristen is, honestly, incredible. She ran a childcare pod for our group of 3-5 (depending on the day) rising kindergartners whose preschool had closed and provided effortless-seeming structure, learning, and fun. Besides loving the time with Kristen, all of the...
Jessica W.
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.
Lukas R.
Sunderland, MA
$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, my name is Lukas and I'm 34 years old! I use he/him pronouns and live in Sunderland. I love working with children of all ages, particularly school aged kids. As a child care provider my goal is to meet kids where they are at and provide a safe but fun environment for them to be in. I'm kind and patient but also firm...
Lukas can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Lukas is kind, fun, child-centered, and able to set good boundaries with my kids. My daughters adore him. His calm and engaging presence rejuvenates them. He's communicative, responsible, straightforward, and takes the initiative in planning activities with my...
Desiree D.
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, 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,...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Cummington, MA
Brooke J.
5.0
Brooke is delightful and we've worked with her every summer for a number of years in the Berkshires. She is super responsive and communicative, as well as very punctual and responsible. She always has our daughters (and our friends' kids!) well fed and in bed on time, and our oldest tells us in the...
- Care member
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.
Eileen Z.
5.0
Eileen was fantastic with our infant, who can sometimes be a bit fussy with new people. I found her courteous and professional, but also very engaging, and especially sweet with the little one. She has extensive experience in care-giving and it really shows. A lovely person-we can't wait to book her...
- Bozena W.
Izadora I.
5.0
Izzy goes above and beyond to be creative, helpful, kind, imaginative and dynamic with my daughters and helping manage my household. She is consistent, punctual, flexible and just an all around good person. My daughters love her as do I. I appreciate her so much for doing this job with such...
- Brittanie J.
Paige H.
5.0
Paige is great at everything! I jokingly call her 'wonder woman'! She helped me with my children, with various projects around the house, cooking, cleaning, and is happy to help with anything. I have a busy household with three young kids and she always looked for and found ways to make things...
- Pia K.
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How much do babysitters charge in Cummington, MA?
The average rate for Cummington, MA babysitters on Care.com is $15.00 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 Cummington, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Cummington, MA 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.