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60 babysitters are listed in Pittsfield, MA
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Pittsfield, MA
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am 23 years old with CPR, and first aid training. I have also taken babysitting courses. I have worked with children for 9 and a half years as an assistant dance teacher. I am student in the masters program extending my major through middle school and high school. I have an associates degree in Early Childhood Education and a...
Krista can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Krista is wonderful with our children, they love her! She always has great ideas for crafts and activities for them to do and takes great care of them. We would recommend her to anyone!"
Andrea P.
Stephanie M.
Averill Park, NY
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am an occasional/drop in sitter looking to fill my night and weekend calendar! I am pet friendly, a non-smoker, have reliable transportation and CPR certified. I do have a little one that may need to tag a long depending on the day. Experience with multiples, infants and disabilities. LQBTQ+ friendly.
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
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, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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
(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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lelia is above and beyond in every way! We have known Lelia for 5 years now and she has watched our children every winter when we visit for ski weekends. We have always shared Lelia with another family - and the way that she engages and cares for children ranging...
Care member
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, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
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
(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, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
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
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I truly would appreciate if you choose me to watch your kid or kids. I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having someone trustworthy watching their little ones.
Eve can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Eve was such an amazing nanny that I felt the need to write a review. She was the fifth person I've ever felt comfortable enough to watch my child and she blew me away. She hadn't previously worked with a family that had a child my daughter's age, but it was...
Cole M.
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, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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.
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, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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
(4)
I have many years experience with kids. I taught snowboarding for 5 years at Jiminy Peaks to children. I was a lifeguard for the YMCA for many years too. I completed various courses at HVCC, like first-aid and more.
I am gifted with strong empathy skills
Understanding children comes naturally. I feel it's wise to respect their...
Guiliana can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Guiliana is very attentive and focused on the children. She was friendly and interacted well while also preparing healthy snacks and meals and helping with homework."
Genevieve C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am recently graduated senior looking to work this summer. I am highly punctual and responsible as an adult, and very flexible. I have one year experience as of last summer, and would love to continue.
5.0
"Oliver was punctual, friendly, and awesome with my elementary schooler. They had fun working on my kiddo’s Minecraft and Lego ideas!"
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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 am also a registered nurse. I have many years of babysitting experience, beginning with newborns. I look forward to hearing from you!
Emily can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Joanne L.
Stockbridge, MA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm passionate about supporting children, and I have a decade of experience providing safe, nurturing care for children of all ages. I am patient, calm, friendly, and engaging. I work w parents to ensure that I follow their household rules. I am currently in school for social work and developmental psychology. I also volunteer...
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Kathryn B.
Petersburg, NY
$50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm a caregiver who's passionate about nurturing young minds and fostering their development. With over six years of experience, I've had the privilege of caring for children of various age groups. My journey into caregiving began with babysitting roles, where I discovered my knack for connecting with children and making a...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love working with kids:) I am willing to cook, laundry, cleaning, and crafts and whatever else you might need! I also have my own car! And I love pets:) I am currently in my sophomore year of college majoring in early childhood education
Lillian can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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:
First Aid
CPR
Hi, I'm Deanna. I am currently in the National Guard. I have a lot of experience working with infants and toddlers, and I also spent four years working with children with disabilities. I truly love working with young kids.
Deanna can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hello, my name is Lauren! I'm currently finishing up a dual BA/MSEd in adolescent English education and special education at the College of Saint Rose. I am a caring, enthusiastic and driven person with a long history of working with children. I have been babysitting since age 15 and have been a substitute at CCSD for about...
Hey! My name is Hannah. I am a 21-year-old MBA student at the University of Rhode Island looking for a babysitting job for the days I don't have classes. I have years of experience babysitting/nannying kids at all age levels. In addition to my nannying experience growing up, my mom had an in-home daycare, so I have always been...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
I have had a lot of experience with caring for children. I grew up with a big family and would always help take care of the young children. I have experience in working at the YMCA as a camp counselor, Unit leader, and have also worked in the daycare. At the YMCA, I enjoyed creating activities for the kids to create a fun-filled...
Andrea can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Pittsfield, MA
Krista S.
5.0
Krista is wonderful with our children, they love her! She always has great ideas for crafts and activities for them to do and takes great care of them. We would recommend her to anyone!
- Andrea P.
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
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.
Sabrina M.
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 caring, kind-hearted person that can...
- Diane D.
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.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Pittsfield, MA:
How can I find a Pittsfield babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Pittsfield, 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 26 babysitters in Pittsfield, 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 Pittsfield, MA?
The average rate for Pittsfield, MA babysitters on Care.com is $18.85 per hour as of February 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 Pittsfield, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Pittsfield, 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.