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60 babysitters are listed in Great Barrington, MA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Great Barrington, MA
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I lead eight years of Children's Health playgroups for birth-5 years of age when my children were young. I have been a host family and local coordinator for three youth programs for inner city children ages 7-18 and for international students, High School Exchange Year ages 15-18 and was Cultural Care Au Pairs ages 18-27.
I...
Lelia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lelia nannied for our kids during the pandemic and they adore her. We have three boys under 8 and she is always our first choice for babysitting needs. She always has great activities, she's super loving and patient, and she is extremely responsible and reliable!"
Sarah T.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Becky (Mary is my legal name) and I'm an experienced babysitter with children of all ages. With five years of childcare experience and a love for kids, I am dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing environment.
I am a rising junior at the University of Vermont. I am a Human Development major,...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Hello! My name is Sadie and I am a junior at Bryn Mawr College. I have extensive experience in childcare with all ages, including babysitting, travel nannying, and being a camp counselor. I love to take care of babies, as well as do crafts and go outside with older kids! I don't have a car, but do have a license.
Chloe H.
Great Barrington, MA
$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Chloe. I'm currently looking for part-time work. I'd be happy to help with babysitting, nannying, house keeping, or deep cleaning. I have references and experience for both childcare and house cleaning. Please feel free to reach out with any questions!
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Diane K.
Great Barrington, MA
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello ! My name is Diane , I am 56 yrs young & I am a semi retired Physical Therapist. I specialized in Early Intervention for many years so, I have a good sense of child development.
I love children !! I love to look at life from their perspective ... so different from an adult!! I like to have good healthy boundaries with...
Diane can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked as a Pastry Chef for 2 years, but discovered that I wanted to go back to school for massage therapy. I play a few instruments, and enjoy the theater. Hiking, biking, swimming, drawing, meditation, and yoga are some of my interests. I'm a caring and generous person.
My favorite thing about children is their...
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
I am a Special Education and Child, Youth, and Families double major at Lesley University. I am energetic, hands ons, passionate sitter who loves working with children of all ages. I have worked as a babysitter since I was 14. I have been a camp counselor at a sleep away camp since I was 16 years old as well as an Assistant Unit...
Gillian can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Isabela U.
Monterey, MA
$20-22/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My names Isabela, I'm 22 turning 23 in January with years of babysitting experience working in childcare. I am planning out my schedule now and looking for full-time SUMMER only job ideally starting APRIL 2025 Can potentially work into fall.
Skills:
CPR
Emily E.
Stockbridge, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced And Highly Qualified Sitter With Master's In Education
I am a middle school science teacher and love working with children of all ages. My first teaching job was in a pre-K classroom. I have many years of babysitting experience, beginning with newborns (2 - 3 weeks old). I'm taking a year off from teaching to transition into the healthcare field. I'm applying to nurse practitioner...
Emily can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
I've spent the past year babysitting part time for a lovely family with two kids, for two years before that I was working at Berkshire South Community center in the after school program and as well as summer camp! I work well with any ages, 4-12+ best. With my experience I've learned a lot and I would like to say I'm very...
Kirstin S.
Sheffield, MA
$20-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm passionate about supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option for them. With four years of experience caring for children, I'm patient, calm, and friendly, and I always put the children's safety and well-being first. I believe in open communication with parents and provide verbal updates at pickup about...
Jessica N.
Pittsfield, MA
$10-15/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.
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
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.
Emma K.
Pittsfield, MA
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
3.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm a student at PSU studying psychology, and I love to work with kids. I have experience with kids age ranging from 2 months old to 15 years old. I am comfortable with pets, and have my own transportation.
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
3.0
"We hired Emma to care for our kids and really liked her but she just stopped responding after going out on Covid leave and despite multiple attempts and us being worried for her safety she still did not respond or tell us that she didn't want the job anymore"
Heather R.
Debra T.
Becket, MA
$22-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Owner/Operator of Home Daycare years back when my children were little. Since then I have held professional jobs in big corporations but have decided to move to the Berkshires to live a relaxed, non stressed, fun life style.
I love working with children and helping them to learn, share, love, and create.
I am a young...
Debra can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"We couldn't have asked for a better match for our family. Debbie stepped in to support us through several months of the pandemic. She is loving with our two children, and also helps to set limits and structure so that safety and routine is maintained. Our daycare...
Kimberly A.
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: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Cori W.
Canaan, CT
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Currently unavailable for work. I do my best to check my inbox and respond back as soon as possible! Thank you for your patience and understanding!
My name is Cori, I am a 28-year-old full time artist looking for occasional work! My availability is fairly flexible. I have many years of experience working with and around infants...
Cori can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cori has been sitting for us several days a week for the last year. She is exceptionally sweet, responsible, smart, dependable, punctual and kind. Our child bonded to her immediately and is always delighted to spend the day with her. Cori is wonderfully easy to get...
Sabrina G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 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.
Micaela M.
Hillsdale, NY
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am 25 and a reliable, outgoing mom of a 12-month-old! I have my teaching assistant certification in the state of New York and a background in child and adolescent development. I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old. I have experience in sleep training, nursing, BLW, and potty training. I have a very gentle...
Micaela can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Micaela helped take care of my 2 children. I was a little hesitant at first as this was my first time ever hiring anyone to take care of my children. She was absolutely amazing! Grocery shopping, house cleaning, and transportation to sports practices- And the list...
Kaya S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I love children. I've cared for 16-year-old twins regularly (since they were about 7 months old). I'm very energetic and athletic, so it's easier for me to keep up with those kids with high energy levels. I've coached at a sports camp for girls, ages 7-15, and I was a full-time assistant teacher at a daycare center. I have...
Katelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kate is excellent, she shows up promptly and is extremely reliable. Both of my kids adore her. She is great with discipline and also knowing how to have fun with the kids. Highly recommend her."
Abra L.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Great Barrington, MA
Lelia B.
5.0
Lelia nannied for our kids during the pandemic and they adore her. We have three boys under 8 and she is always our first choice for babysitting needs. She always has great activities, she's super loving and patient, and she is extremely responsible and reliable!
- Sarah T.
Jessica N.
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.
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.
Emma K.
3.0
We hired Emma to care for our kids and really liked her but she just stopped responding after going out on Covid leave and despite multiple attempts and us being worried for her safety she still did not respond or tell us that she didn't want the job anymore
- Heather R.
Debra T.
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
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Great Barrington, MA:
How can I find a Great Barrington babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Great Barrington, 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 6 babysitters in Great Barrington, MA on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Great Barrington, MA?
The average rate for Great Barrington, MA babysitters on Care.com is $22.50 per hour as of November 2024. 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 Great Barrington, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Great Barrington, MA through Care.com. As of 2024, 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.