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26 babysitters are listed in West Rutland, VT
The average posted rate is $27/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 10 years
Babysitters in West Rutland, VT
4.2
(5)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
Hello I care for children. I also am available for vacation/events etc. whenever the need may arise or whatever occasion, childcare is a nice service.
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"Wonderful sitter for our Killington ski weekend! Lisa was great for our 2.5 year old son and 6 year old daughter. She played games, hosted a Kid Bop dance party and was very energetic and helpful. We would definitely hire her again if we ski at Killington again."
Katie B.
Carrie G.
West Rutland, VT
$25-43/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
(17)
Hired by 30 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced child care provider and a mother of two. CPR and first aid knowledgable and safety consious. Reliable, responsible and trustworthy. Degree in elementary education. I enjoy spending time with children, reading, playing and doing indoor and outdoor activities. Excellent references available upon request.
Carrie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Carrie did a wonderful job watching our 2 month old. She was a great communicator leading up to the job, and handled our B with ease. I would definitely recommend Carrie to a friend."
Suzy P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Emily and I am a third grade teacher in Vermont! I have been teaching for five years. Prior to teaching in Vermont, I taught in Massachusetts for three years. I recently completed my masters in education this past May. Due to my teaching schedule, I have a lot of flexibility and availability in the summer...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"My children love Emily! She was the first babysitter I hired to watch my kids after school and I was really nervous about it. But she was amazing. She babysat during her senior year of high school and my kids ask if she can babysit during every college break. She...
Rebecca G.
Kassidy M.
Poultney, VT
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'd describe my personality as loving, caring, and playful. I love working with kids because I adore them and love getting to watch them grow. Being able to care for children while watching them development is such an awesome job! I aspire to start my own daycare once I finish school as I am almost complete. I am...
Kassidy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello,
My name is Katherine, and I am currently going to Castleton University for nursing. For the past two summers , I have been working Waits field Children's Center with infants, toddlers, and pre-schoolers.
Meghan C.
Poultney, VT
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter And Childcare Provider With Over 10 Years' Experience
I have been an instructional assistant in an elementary school for 7 years. I also have run an after school program for 5 years. I have been babysitting since I was 12. I have watched children from 0 to 13 years of age. I have a lot of experience working with children with special needs. I love the outdoors, reading, arts and...
Meghan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I am a college student with 3 years of experience as a camp counselor and some babysitting experience. I enjoy working with kids and I am eager to work over my winter break!
Kaleigh-marie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Ellen S.
Mount Holly, VT
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ellen, I love the outdoors, crafting and assisting the growth of our future generation! I currently am working at a group home for teenagers, prior I worked at a residential placement for youth with developmental trauma as the Adventure Coordinator.
From my experience working closely with youth from a variety...
Ellen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Ellen to watch our kids for a couple evenings while we were in town for a wedding, and she was absolutely great! My kids (3&7) are typically watched by family members, but they took to Ellen immediately and had a great time with her. I would hire her...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Becca, and I currently am available as a babysitter around Killington, VT. I have been sitting since I was 14, and have
many reference families in the area.
I love snowboarding, hiking, swimming, and other outdoor activities. I am originally from New York and Vermont has been my home for the last 5 years....
Rebecca can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"We hired Becca to care for 4 small, very active children , 1 1/2, 2 1/2, 5 & 6 years old on 2 days / nights to attend a family wedding. After a great phone interview we hired them & it could not have gone better!!! The kids took to her immediately & she was just...
Linda W.
Grace J.
Cuttingsville, VT
$27-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing, experienced childcare provider with a true passion for caring for children. My background includes six years as a trusted caregiver and nanny, where I've had the pleasure of supporting families with children of all ages, including infants, toddlers, and school-aged children. I have also been a public school...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hi there, I'm Bri! I'm a graduate of the University of New Hampshire with a bachelor's degree in Psychology. I currently work full time at Castleton University, but I'm looking to help a family out on the weekends. I'm also willing to take on evening jobs throughout the week. I am the oldest of four children, I worked in a...
Brianna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Sara P.
Killington, VT
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with children of all ages for about 8 years now. I currently live in Killington and I work as a paraprofessional at Woodstock Elementary School. I strive to provide an energetic, upbeat, and mentally stimulating environment for the children I care for!
Sara can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Early Education
I am a mother of 4, my oldest has graduated college. I have been a nurse for over 20 years. I love working with kids.
Erica can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kenna D.
Orwell, VT
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I am an experienced nanny and educator, looking for full-time child care work during the week. I have a reliable car, love working with kids of all ages and am happy to help out with errands or household chores. I also have experience with a diverse range of animals and animal care.
Kenna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Mariyah F.
Cuttingsville, VT
$22/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm reliable, confident, energetic, and lovable. each child is different, but they're still a child. I'm CPR & first aid certified and have taken many private trainings.
I'll bring lots of knowledge to your little ones, and I'll come up with fun activities to do with them to help them learn. I won't just "watch" your babes I'll...
Mariyah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
hello I am Emily.
I have worked in center based care for almost 5 years and have nanny and babysat for just as many years if not more. I'm curently a student at ccv and will be getting my Associates degree in early childhood education next summer. I am CPR and first aid certified and have worked with kids of all ages. I am also...
Renee O.
Pittsford, VT
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth. My 5 years of experience have equipped me with the skills necessary to provide a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for children of all ages. I'm known for my patience, creativity, and friendly demeanor, making it easy...
Samantha H.
Pittsford, VT
$26-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hello, I'm Sami!
I have a deep love for children and the wonder they have for the world. I'm currently seeking one or two days per week with a family that shares many of my values. I appreciate nature, imagination, and play, and I'm passionate about learning how to communicate with young ones while holding space for and...
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello!!
I'm Kenzie, I'm 19 years old and am in my sophomore year of college in Early and Special Education. I currently work at Head Start with children 3-5 as a Lead Teacher in Training. I hold current CPR and First Aid certifications as well. I've been babysitting for 6 years and have lots of experience with children 0-8....
Kenzie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hi parent's!!
I'm a 27-year-old preschool teacher, I teach and go to school full time in the Fall. I'm currently open to nannying for the summer! I have my preschool CDA, my own car and I'm pet friendly. Along with being pet friendly, I'm willing to clean while you're away! (:
Elaine can also help with: Craft assistance
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in West Rutland, VT
Lisa H.
5.0
Lisa babysat our 1 year old daughter while we skied at Stowe MLK weekend. She was very warm
and my daughter seemed very comfortable with her from the beginning. Lisa arrived early, texted us updates throughout the day, and was very flexible when we needed her stay an hour later than expected...
- Courtney Y.
Carrie G.
5.0
Carrie did a wonderful job watching our 2 month old. She was a great communicator leading up to the job, and handled our B with ease. I would definitely recommend Carrie to a friend.
- Suzy P.
Emily S.
5.0
My children love Emily! She was the first babysitter I hired to watch my kids after school and I was really nervous about it. But she was amazing. She babysat during her senior year of high school and my kids ask if she can babysit during every college break. She has been a huge help this summer...
- Rebecca G.
Ellen S.
5.0
We hired Ellen to watch our kids for a couple evenings while we were in town for a wedding, and she was absolutely great! My kids (3&7) are typically watched by family members, but they took to Ellen immediately and had a great time with her. I would hire her again in a heartbeat and 100% recommend...
- Care member
Rebecca Z.
5.0
We hired Becca to care for 4 small, very active children , 1 1/2, 2 1/2, 5 & 6 years old on 2 days / nights to attend a family wedding. After a great phone interview we hired them & it could not have gone better!!! The kids took to her immediately & she was just so loving & fun with the children!...
- Linda W.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in West Rutland, VT:
How can I find a West Rutland babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in West Rutland, VT 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 2 babysitters in West Rutland, VT on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.0. 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 West Rutland, VT?
The average rate for West Rutland, VT babysitters on Care.com is $27.50 per hour as of April 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 West Rutland, VT?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in West Rutland, VT 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.
Ratings for West Rutland, VT babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Babysitters in West Rutland, VT are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 26 listed babysitters.