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60 nannies are listed in Petersham, MA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby nannies is 8 years
Nannies in Petersham, MA
4.7
(3)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I am 27 years old with a bachelor's degree in Public Health Sciences. I have had many nannying positions in the past. I am familiar with doing laundry and cooking meals, cleaning dishes and tidying up around the house, and all around housekeeping in general. I adore all children and animals. I love being outdoors and enjoy being...
Crystal can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Crystal has been such a great help for my family. She helped get my son (4 ASD) off the bus daily from school and watched him until we got home. She also was able to participate in some ABA therapies which was super helpful! We fully intend on having Crystal help...
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am babysitter with over 21 years experience looking for a full-time opportunity. Children are my passion and having the opportunity to help you with your child(ren) would be wonderful! As a mother with two teenagers, the oldest is 19, I have been through it all from infancy to the angry teenagers. I am not afraid of a little...
Susan can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Susan is very responsible, loving, and caring with everything he does. She is a fantastic mother to her two children. I would absolutely trust her with my own."
Amanda B.
Grace K.
Hubbardston, MA
$21-23/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.3
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!
I have been an environmental educator for the last year. Working with kids, incorporating nature, and creating fun activities were a few of my key tasks. I love conservation work but while I figure out my next steps I'd love to nanny for awhile!
I really like fostering engagement whether that be through playing or...
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Grace was fantastic with my kids and an absolute pleasure to have around. She is very attentive and always interacts with the children during her hours. She is always punctual and flexible if I ever needed her outside of her normal hours. I would absolutely...
Al S.
5.0
(2)
I am a believer in music, art, laughter, and movement being crucial for children to learn and my teaching techniques reflect that. I have been working as a preschool teacher for the last 4 years at a preschool in Northampton where I really got to integrate the universal love of dance and music into the curriculum I created. The...
Odyssey can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"We have known Odyssey for two years in her role as our children's preschool teacher, we were lucky enough that both our 2 and 4 year old got to be in her classroom. She is amazing with kids, our kids are two very different personalities and both of them adore her....
Davis C.
3.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a former Preschool Teacher. I believe in child directed learning. Love field trips and being outdoors. I am located in Worcester, but willing to travel. Willing to do light housekeeping, meal prep, laundry and errands. I have my own car. I have a great sense of humor and endless patience. Pets welcome!
Maureen can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
3.0
"Maureen applied to our job posting, but never returned my message after I reached out with a clarifying question. I've decided to begin rating applicants based on the application process as well due to a lack of communication/returned messages during this search....
Jill V.
Rachel F.
Rutland, MA
$15-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Rachel. I believe I would be a great fit as your nanny. I grew up with three older sister whom all have kids, over the years starting from 2012 to now I have always been there to help nanny and babysit. Ages starting from premie to 9 years old. I have babysat twins age 4 and a 1-year-old at the same time from...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rachel has been an absolutely fabulous nanny to our son! She has been part of our family since August 2021 when our son was 5 months old. Rachel is kind, punctual, and genuinely loves our child. She takes him on adventures to the beaches, parks, libraries and farms...
Caitlin K.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for 20 years. Before that, I worked at a before and after-school program at an elementary school, and also at a daycare in the infant toddler room. I've worked with ages 3 months -17 years old. I have plenty of experience working with children. I've worked with special needs with early intervention, speech...
Vanessa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Vanessa has been my 5 yr old twins nanny for over 2 and half years. My family wishes we could have her here for longer but the twins are going to kindergarten in the fall. The twins just adore her. She is always on time and willing do extra hours on occasion when...
Kim P.
Mercedes M.
Spencer, MA
$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Part Time Nanny; Seeking A Family That Follows Strict COVID Safety Guidelines.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Greetings,
I am an educator and experienced nanny.
I have provided care for infants, toddlers and young children.
I have worked in a public school as a behavioral therapist for 6 years (grades K-6), providing educational and behavioral support to students with and with out cognitive and developmental challenges.
I have an...
Mercedes can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Mercedes was wonderfully kind with our daughter H., who she watched for 5 months. (She started when H. was about 6 months old.) Mercedes really spent time interacting with, talking to, and teaching H., and H. adored her. Mercedes is comfortable with infants and...
Devin B.
5.0
(1)
Hi!
My name is Elsa and I am 28 years old. I currently work on a horse farm and am looking to have a less physical job. I have young nieces and nephews who I love spending time with and am a life long animal lover. I love to cook and am an organized and punctual person. I love music and have played piano since I was 7 years old...
Elsa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I have known Elsa for many years -- first as a neighbor and then as a sitter. Simply put, my children loved having her come over to take care of them and we loved knowing that she was in charge and our children were happy! Elsa is responsible, trustworthy, poised,...
Robin P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
**I am currently employed full time Wednesday-Friday. I am only looking for extra hours on Monday or Tuesday mornings**
I am a responsible and caring individual who loves kids and pets.
Katie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"I've hired Katie for nights and weekend sitting and she is great. She deems to know a lot about babies, is very professional and kind :o)"
Danny F.
Nancy M.
Jefferson, MA
$23-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Nancy.
Im a mother of 3 adult sons. I'm very trustworthy and reliable I have been a full time Nanny for 9 years now. I have a fun bubbly and energetic personality and simply love children. I will strive to help them reach their milestones in their early childhood development. I believe in fun play which is educational so...
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"We hired Nancy for a week and a half while our nanny was away on vacation. Nancy is exactly the kind of person anyone would want to watch their child. She is not only punctual and professional, but also kind, warm, funny, and extremely attentive to our toddler....
Gregory H.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Susan, I have 40+ years of child care experience, including raising 4 boys of my own and grandchildren. I am loving, caring, dependable and trustworthy. I have been a nanny for 5 local families and ran my own state licensed family daycare in Charlton, MA for over 10 years. I do not smoke and I am First Aid and...
Susan can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sue is absolutely wonderful! She's been with us for 2 years, and has brought our family so much joy! She's so creative with the kids, art, baking, trips to the park, ecotarium, reading, singing, swimming. She has been with us since my son was 6 months and daughter...
Andrea H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with children ranging in age from infants to teenagers. I have babysat for several families and was a full time personal nanny for a year and a half. I am currently a EEC certified teacher for all ages at a daycare, but looking for something with more one on one quality interaction. I currently have 4-year-old...
Kerri can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kerri has been our F/T Nanny for use for past 1 1/2yrs. She is caring and wonderful. Our children love her and she has become a big part of the family. We could not have asked for anyone better. She has worked magic with our kids. She has given our children great...
Chris G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am an ECE certified and licensed infant/ toddler/ preschool teacher. I started out as a Nanny in 2010, worked with a family for 2 years before I started going to school for early development. I then worked professionally as an infant teacher for 4 years Ive been working with children for over 8 years now and I absolutely love...
Kristyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Kristyn has been caring for my 3 children (ages 2, 4, and 5) for almost a year and I couldn't recommend her more highly. Almost every morning the kids ask me "is it a Kristyn day?!" and they love every minute of time they spend with her. She is punctual,...
Rachel L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an experienced childcare provider with a passion for nurturing and educating children. I am comfortable working with kids who need extra care with food allergies, as my child has needed extra care with this. My decade of experience has helped me with the skills to provide a safe, fun and nurturing environment for...
Thongjit can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I've been being her friend for more than 10 years and I recommended her to my boss because I had to move to another state. She was/is a wonderful person, responsible, kind, active, thoughtful. She can manage everything well such as make plans for playdate, take...
Phennapang B.
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Vic! I am a certified early childhood educator with over 10 years of experience in the field. I began my career in 2013 and have been dedicated to it ever since! I am relocating to central Massachusetts mid-September and am looking to make the switch from center based care to nannying. My approach to childcare is to...
Vic can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Vic and I have had many years in a child care setting. They have love for children of all ages and takes time to get to know each individual child. They are very reliable, knowledgeable and trust worthy. Vic is so strong in many aspects, especially problem solving...
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
seeing them advance to the first day of school. I believe in nourishing their curiosity and providing structure to their days.
I only have one reference in the area, as I have only been here a year. Baby sitter available.
I would love to talk to you to see if would be a good fit for one another.
Cynthia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Cyndi watched my 7 year-old son, who has special needs, while I was at work. I ended up with a gap in child-care between school and summer camp. She was punctual, super friendly, and quick to pick up on our rules and routine. She was very communicative with me...
Monica J.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone!
I have five active years of nanny experience. I have cared from ages of four months to 13 years old.
I know the importance of taking on the roll of a caregiver and I have learned so much in the past five years. I have helped potty train, do homework, make dinners, laundry, whatever it takes to help my nanny...
Faith can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
5.0
"My little ones love Faith!!! She's a joy for any kids to spend time with "
Care member
5.0
(8)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am 39-years-old and have been working with children for 25 years. I have a vast experience with children of all ages, including newborns. I have worked in many childcare provider positions such as a daycare teacher, babysitter, camp counselor, and nanny. I am Director II certified through the Massachusetts Department of Early...
Krista can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Krista was awesome-she put my kids at ease when she subbed for our regular nanny. She even brought a couple huge train pictures for my train-obsessed little one. Above and beyond in my book!"
Lauren F.
Alicia N.
Amherst, MA
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Alicia, I'm a 24-year-old compassionate, reliable, loving, go with the flow care-giver! I worked previously as a pre-school/daycare teacher then had the pleasure of extending my work in childcare, becoming a private nanny for some wonderful families. I enjoy bringing my love of art, music, outdoor...
Alicia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Alicia has been our daughter's nanny for over a year, and we cannot recommend her highly enough. She arrives early every day, is incredibly conscientious about safety, and often goes above and beyond to help us out around the house. But the most important thing is...
Jessica S.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Petersham, MA
Crystal M.
5.0
Crystal has been such a great help for my family. She helped get my son (4 ASD) off the bus daily from school and watched him until we got home. She also was able to participate in some ABA therapies which was super helpful! We fully intend on having Crystal help us on an as needed basis going...
- Care member
Susan B.
5.0
She is wonderful
With the kids. She cares deeply, the kids always have fun with the activities, she is a mom who understands my needs. Susan is honest, consistent, timely, and was everything our family needed.
- Care member
Grace K.
5.0
Grace was fantastic with my kids and an absolute pleasure to have around. She is very attentive and always interacts with the children during her hours. She is always punctual and flexible if I ever needed her outside of her normal hours. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone needing great...
- Al S.
Odyssey S.
5.0
We have known Odyssey for two years in her role as our children's preschool teacher, we were lucky enough that both our 2 and 4 year old got to be in her classroom. She is amazing with kids, our kids are two very different personalities and both of them adore her. Our 2 year old pandemic baby really...
- Davis C.
Maureen C.
3.0
Maureen applied to our job posting, but never returned my message after I reached out with a clarifying question. I've decided to begin rating applicants based on the application process as well due to a lack of communication/returned messages during this search. The professional and respectful...
- Jill V.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Petersham, MA
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in Petersham, MA?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Petersham, MA is as of is $19.50 per hour as of April, 2025. This rate will fluctuate depending on your location, the nanny's level of experience, and the number of children to be cared for. Other factors that may also influence the rate include specialized care, overnight care, or requesting your nanny to take additional responsibilities at home such as light housekeeping or meal prepping.
How can I find a nanny near me in Petersham, MA?
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What type of nanny services can I find near me in Petersham, MA?
You can find different nanny services in Petersham through Care.com, such as nannies that specialized in infant and newborn care, nannies that help with night-time routines or watch kids overnight, bilingual nannies that speak different languages, live-in nannies, and more. You can search for full-time or part-time nannies in Petersham, MA with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for Petersham, MA nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Nannies in Petersham, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed nannies.