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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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Currently a student at Columbia University studying Political Science and Chinese, I adore fostering the imaginations of children while using my experience as an elementary and middle school teaching assistant to ensure that they are keeping up with their education! I am very patient and comfortable working with kids who have...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a few years of experience in babysitting my younger cousins or kids on my street. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. l go to bridgewater state so school may give me weird hours but I do have a vehicle on campus.
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Missy I.
Pittsfield, MA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
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...
I am the oldest of 8 siblings, I've been around and taken care of children my whole life. In addition to that I've worked at multiple daycares, babysat, and currently work as a pre-k paraprofessional!
Cassandra can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Clarissa M.
Pittsfield, MA
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I will be graduating this fall with a bachelors in psychology and a minor in child and family studies. I am the oldest of five children. I've worked with little kids up to early teen years. I am friendly, reliable, and creative. I love working with children.
Clarissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hello! I'm an incoming senior at UMass Amherst with a passion for childcare and a wealth of experience in babysitting. Over the years, I've had the pleasure of working with numerous families, caring for children ranging from ages 2 to 12. As I prepare to spend my summer in Amherst starting June 1st, I'm eager to extend my...
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
I'd describe my personality as kind, attentive and mellow.
I like working with kids because I enjoy making a positive impact in their lives and becoming a role model for them .
I'm looking for a job that I can be content in and make others happy as well.
I started working with kids when I was employed at 18 degrees in 2016....
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Jennifer Z.
Pittsfield, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Jennifer. I am an experienced child care giver with lots of love to share. I am a outdoor loving sitter who is just as happy reading , or imaginative floorplay. Cards , playing board games. I can help! Do they like arts and crafts. I am your person to call. I will keep them busy and tire them out. I have great...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Cali C.
Pittsfield, MA
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have experience with ages 2+ and love to play with kids. I have a very reliable car. I am also fully vaccinated for Covid-19. I am in college however am home for the summer besides a few summer classes. I have my CNA certification, so I am trained in Basic Life Support, CPR, First Aid, etc. I study health science and post...
Cali can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
I am the oldest of 4 and have been caring for children my whole life. I'm very knowledgeable! I have cared for children ranging from 3 month to 16. I love being active and creative. I enjoy cleaning, meal prep, homework asst. And fun activities with kids. I am very caring, loving and extremely responsible and attentive. I'm a...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there my name is Becca, I have grown up very close will my daycare provider and she has been a huge inspiration in my babysitting and nannying career! I am a current college student pursing my BSN to become a nurse. I have cared for many families in the past whom I am still very close with. I am very good with all ages, but...
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Becca has been fabulous with our daughter- reliable, kind, attentive and fun. Can't say enough nice things."
Lauren S.
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, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
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.
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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...
Care member
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
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.
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
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.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Dalton, MA
Rebecca H.
5.0
Becca has been fabulous with our daughter- reliable, kind, attentive and fun. Can't say enough nice things.
- Lauren 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.
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
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.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Dalton, MA:
How can I find a Dalton babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Dalton, MA 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 4 babysitters in Dalton, MA 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 Dalton, MA?
The average rate for Dalton, MA babysitters on Care.com is $22.50 per hour as of March 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 Dalton, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Dalton, 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.