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5.0
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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: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
Early Education
First Aid
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
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
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...
Pia K.
5.0
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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning
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.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have been babysitting for about five years and also work in a daycare. I am CPR and first aide certified and currently in college pursuing an early childhood education degree. I am very creative and love to be with kids, not afraid to dress up or do art!
Kaleigh can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Hello, I'm Maeve and I live in Florence, MA. I am a college student at the University of Wisconsin studying chemistry. I am fully vaccinated and have a car. I like getting outside and playing tennis. Babysitter available.
Maeve can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have my CPR, epi pen and wilderness first responder certificates. I have a year experience babysitting an 8-year-old who was on the spectrum. I also have a year experience of guiding troubled kids through the woods for up to 2 weeks through the Connecticuts DCF Wilderness School. Currently going to Greenfield community college...
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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Chase W.
Sunderland, MA
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Childcare Provider Available Near Sunderland, MA
I am very experienced with working with children of a wide range of ages and abilities. I have taught preschool, pre-k, kindergarten, and elementary/middle school special education in the past. Most of the families that I have worked for and currently work for are returning clients, and many recommend me as a caregiver to other...
Chase can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi there!
My name is Emily! I was born in California but grew up in Massachusetts. I have Bachelor's degree in Psychology and minor in Biology. Currently, I am in the pharmacy industry. However, my passion has always revolved around children (of all ages). I have an intense background with babysitting and nannying. I have over...
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Hello, my name is Natasha B. I am 25 years old, live in Charlemont, MA, and have 10+ years of experience caring\working with children between the ages of 2-11 years old. I am currently completing my master of occupational therapy from Bay Path University; I intend to graduate in May of 2022. I have begun my clinical portion of...
Natasha can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have 10+ years of working with children in various settings including classrooms, summer camps, one-on-one, and in-home care and I have experience with kids who have special needs.
I'm happy to do chores around the house, sit and do homework, make dinner and bring children to and from activities.
I'm excited to meet you and...
Bel can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Emma P.
Williamstown, MA
$15-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Emma and i've been babysitting and nannying locally for the past 5 years as well as working at the Williamstown Youth Center summer camp in 2022 and 2023. I currently attend Siena College as a nursing major and just earned my RN license! I am certified in pediatric/infant CPR and first aid and love being around kids! I...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Abigail S.
Williamstown, MA
$17-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm an attentive, creative, and gentle childcare provider with a passion for nurturing children's growth. My experience includes one year of caring for children aged one to three, where I joyfully engaged them in outdoor activities, art projects, and educational games. I firmly believe in open and honest communication, so...
Samantha B.
Huntington, MA
$24-50/hr • 14 yrs exp
Hello, I am currently a public school Art teacher, I am a friendly, outgoing person, with a love of the arts, and animals. I have been in child care for 14 years. Ranging from 6 weeks old infants in which I was the headteacher of the infant/toddler program, through middle school, after programs and daycare. I have been Teaching...
Alexandra V.
South Deerfield, MA
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Passionate Tutor With A Love For Math And Science
My goal as a tutor is to empower students to become independent learners and problem-solvers. I have an undergraduate degree in Neuroscience and am currently pursuing a Masters in Data Science. I use data-driven insights to track student progress and identify areas for improvement. With a passion for data-driven learning, I...
Alexandra can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I'd describe my personality as gentle fun, responsible
I like working with kids because I see the innocence in them and they teach me to live life in different ways
I'm looking for a job that a good work environment and a job that allows me to have weekends free
I started working with kids when volunteered at church with...
Hello! I am a 27-year-old creative writer and artist working currently in an after school program for Mad Science and finishing my bachelors degree. I have previous experience in Montessori classrooms, and a lot of respect for the Montessori approach. I have a passion for working with neurodivergent children and I enjoy giving...
Joan can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kristy R.
North Adams, MA
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm a single mom of three kids. I'm the auntie that takes all the kids on the weekends just to make sure they all get time together. I'm the mom that all my kids friends also call mom. The one all my friends and family call on when they need someone for their kiddos or just need a break for themselves. I feel as though working a...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Plainfield, MA
Crystal M.
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 such a positive attitude. We will...
- Care member
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.
Rebecca H.
5.0
Becca has been fabulous with our daughter- reliable, kind, attentive and fun. Can't say enough nice things.
- Lauren S.
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How much do babysitters charge in Plainfield, MA?
The average rate for Plainfield, MA babysitters on Care.com is $15.00 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 Plainfield, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Plainfield, 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.