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Jessica C.
Sheffield, MA
$20-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Have cared for many families and children aged 4 months - 15 yrs. I love anything outdoors, arts and crafts, and reading! I have worked as an art teacher for the past 4 years and am currently seeking a nannying position.
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Mackenzie, a 26-year-old who's been working in childcare both in a daycare setting and at home nannying for lots of lovely families. When I'm not working, I love to be outside, bake/cook, craft, or go on adventures.
Mackenzie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Eleanor S.
Sheffield, MA
$18-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Currently I am home in the Berkshires until January 1st. I have full availability!
Hi, my name is Ellie. I am 23 years old and am a student at the University of Denver. I speak fluent spanish and am an artist as well as a dedicated student. I currently work as a gymnastics coach for kids, and over the summer I worked at the...
Eleanor can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
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...
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...
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Scott M.
Salisbury, CT
$40/hr • 6 yrs exp
I live in Salisbury and I am looking for a babysitting/nannying position.
I'm a rising junior at Hobart and William Smith Colleges where I row on the varsity crew team and am studying Sociology. I have 5 years of experience as a day camp counselor and I've babysat for 7 years, taking care of babies up to 12-year-old. I am also...
Scott can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Catherine Q.
Lakeville, CT
$20-40/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am from Lakeville, CT. I have been babysitting since I was about 11 years old, and have watched kids of all ages. I am also a Math major at Northeastern University enrolled in my fourth year and am available for part-time tutoring! I look forward to meeting you!
Catherine can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have been working as a nanny for three years and before that as a preschool teacher for 6 years. I also love planning activities for children. I am Reggio and rie trained. I love art, music, and playing outdoors!
I am currently pregnant and looking for something part time over the summer
Alexandra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
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: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Myriam I have always been passionate about working with kids. I earned an Associate's degree from Holyoke Community College in Art Education and my Bachelor's in English from Westfield State University. I'm currently working on my Master's in Early Elementary Education & Special Education.
I've had the joy of...
Myriam can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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, swimming supervision, meal prep
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.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello and thank you for reading my profile!
I have successfully raised two children, hosted several international students who studied at the local high school, and nannied several children from infants to teenagers. I would love to discuss your childcare needs!
Currently, I am looking for a job that could supplement my...
Kimberly can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kim has been watching our 10- and 12-year-old children for the past school year. She has been a great extension of our child-rearing philosophy and I feel like we are always on the same page. Kim has really had an interest and taken the time to make a connection...
Kim C.
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 with children and dogs, and our family has appreciated her infectious enthusiasm for books and the outdoors. She has taken our child for long walks in nature and read several books with her. She is respectful of our daughter's nap schedule and...
Miche E.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & 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.
Meggan B.
Millerton, NY
$28-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Part Time Caregiver Available, Fluent In American Sign Language.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
My background is very varied. I was a stay at home mother for 10 years raising my 2 daughters. While I was at home with them some of our favorite activities included arts and crafts, reading books, taking long walks in the woods, playing music and dancing. I worked as an English/American Sign Language Interpreter for 15 years. I...
Meggan can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Meggan is a dream of a childcare provider! She is fun, creative, warm and responsible. Meggan watched our two children ages 2 and 4 for the last year at our home in Brooklyn. She has since relocated but if she hadn't we would have loved to keep working with her...
Erica F.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & 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.
Kathe M.
Lenox, MA
$16-21/hr • 3 yrs exp
A Responsible And Fun-loving Sitter With A Passion For Education.
I have 3 years of experience working with children from grades 6 through 12. Over the past few years I have babysat, been a camp counselor for pre-schoolers, and obtained my NYS Teacher Certification in English (gaining experience with children in grades 6 through 12). I am willing to help with homework, I speak some Spanish,...
Kathe can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Sheffield, 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.
Katelyn R.
5.0
I had a great experience with Kate. She watched my 7-month old for 2 days and was extremely reliable and easy to get along with. She clearly loves kids and I felt confident leaving my child with her. I highly recommend her.
- Rachel F.
Kimberly G.
5.0
While we're not ready to hire just yet, Kim would be tops on our list for being someone we'd trust to look after our mother.
- Catherine B.
Susan W.
5.0
Susan is wonderful with children and dogs, and our family has appreciated her infectious enthusiasm for books and the outdoors. She has taken our child for long walks in nature and read several books with her. She is respectful of our daughter's nap schedule and plans accordingly with her meals and...
- Miche E.
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 Sheffield, MA:
How can I find a Sheffield babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Sheffield, 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 Sheffield, 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 Sheffield, MA?
The average rate for Sheffield, MA babysitters on Care.com is $20.75 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 Sheffield, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Sheffield, 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.