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Amy H.

15 years paid experience
14 miles

$ 18–20/hr

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I have many years of childcare experience. I'm currently a toddler teacher at a head start. I worked at a home daycare, worked for COARC and Wildwood, provided in home childcare and am also a mother to three children.

$ 18–20/hr

Taylor A.

10 years paid experience
3 miles

$ 25–35/hr

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I’m a grad student getting my Master’s in Education for School Counseling, where I focus on art therapy and mindfulness. I am an artist myself and love doing arts and crafts with kids!

$ 25–35/hr

Alyssa R.

5 years paid experience
14 miles

$ 17–30/hr

I began watching children at a young age by being a big sister, caring for family members, and eventually family friends children as well. At 18 years old I began my professional career as a nanny. I have a background in early childhood education, and have also gone to school briefly for psychology...

$ 17–30/hr

Mackenzie R.

9 years paid experience
14 miles

$ 16–25/hr

My name is Mackenzie a 24 year old living in Sharon CT. I started my career in childcare when I was a senior in high school. I have experience nannying, as well as working in a daycare with children ranging from newborn to school age. I am CPR certified with almost 10 years of experience (if we are...

$ 16–25/hr

Alexia W.

5 years paid experience
14 miles

$ 20–25/hr

Hello! I'm Alexia, an occupational therapy student at the University of New Hampshire. I’m currently one of my internships for my degree in the Berkshires in a pediatric mental health setting. I absolutely love working with kids and have many years of formal and informal experience. I started out ba...

$ 20–25/hr

Catherine rose P.

8 years paid experience
14 miles

$ 20–27/hr

Before I trained to become a Waldorf kindergarten teacher, I was the sitter for 2 children, Lukas and Hannah, 10 mos. and 4 yrs. old respectively. I also was the caregiver to 2 wonderful little girls, age 21/2 and 5. I absolutely loved it! Once I had my own son,, I received my Children's CPR ...

$ 20–27/hr

Annabella S.

7 years paid experience
8 miles

$ 20–25/hr

Hello! I am an older sister to a brother who is 21, a sister who is 20, and twins girls who are 17. I have been babysitting for different families for the past 11 years, and have nannied for 7 years (both part and fulltime) for children ages 2-12, but I have been around and taken care of my younger ...

$ 20–25/hr

Erika S.

10 years paid experience
14 miles

$ 15–30/hr

I’ve been babysitting for at least 20 years. I’ve taken care of kids from newborn age to preteens. I was a nanny for the same family for two children for the past ten years.

$ 15–30/hr

Elise S.

4 years paid experience
8 miles

$ 20–40/hr

Hello! My name is Elise, I am currently a student entering my third year at University of Massachusetts Amherst majoring in both Astronomy and Physics. I have experience working in both public and private child care, and I absolutely love the energy and environment that children create. I am always...

$ 20–40/hr

Lelia B.

40 years paid experience
6 miles

$ 30–30/hr

My name is Lelia Bruun and I am 61 years old and am a full time nanny ( 7 years)with extensive childcare experience for 40+ years( lead 8 years of Children’s Health Playgroups and worked as after school program at the Berkshire Waldorf School. I have three children of my own ages 31, 29,and 20. ...

$ 30–30/hr

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Babysitting FAQs

How much should I pay for a babysitter in Housatonic, MA?

The national typical hourly rate of babysitters in 2024 is 21.50 per hour. Rates can vary based on your babysitter's experience, certifications, and travel expenses. When calculating the cost of child care, you should also account for the number of children they'll care for and additional responsibilities like household tasks or homework help. Learn more about how to set competitive babysitting rates for attracting the best babysitters.

How do I find a babysitter for my kids in Housatonic, MA?

The best way to find babysitters near you is to post a job detailing your needs on Sittercity, which will be shared with our community of available babysitters. We'll notify you when sitters apply to your job, and from there you can proceed with interviews, background checks, and reference checks so you can find the perfect fit for your family.

What kind of babysitters can I find in Housatonic, MA?

You can find experienced and passionate babysitters near you to provide the best care for your child, either in-home or virtually. Babysitters can help families with managing strict schedules, transportation to activities, homework help, last-minute coverage, date nights, and more. Whatever occasion you're looking to find a babysitter for, including full-time, part-time, or last-minute care, you can count on Sittercity for finding passionate and experienced babysitters.

How do families hire trustworthy babysitters in Housatonic, MA?

Families find trustworthy babysitters on Sittercity who are passionate about providing safe and enriching care for their children. Many babysitters report they are First Aid and CPR certified to provide the best care for your family. Babysitters have the option to complete regular background checks, and you can easily request a recent background check if they don’t have one or it is not recent. Families can also request to see professional references!

Our dedicated team also champions safety across our platform every day. Babysitters go through an identity verification process with Berbix when registering an account. Some additional safety measures include Family Watchdog screening, sitter reviews, and secure messaging.

What's the difference between a babysitter and a nanny?

Babysitters and nannies share the same primary responsibility of providing safe and enriching care for your child, but there are a few differences between them. Babysitters are typically hired for occasional work on an irregular schedule. If you’re looking for last-minute care for date night, or the occasional few hours after school, a babysitter is a great option.

Nannies, on the other hand, are more commonly associated with regular work, whether full or part-time, offering daily or consistent care to a particular family. There are also several different types of nannies, including au pairs, house managers, doulas, live-in, and overnight nannies.

Identifying the type and frequency of child care you’ll need is the best way to decide whether a babysitter or nanny is a better fit for your family.

How do babysitters interact with my child?

Babysitters on Sittercity love providing enriching experiences for your children, and sharing their passions with them. They're happy to participate in outdoor activities like sports, or indoor activities like music, baking, tutoring help, and art. Wherever your child's interests lie, babysitters on Sittercity are prepared to engage them in a nurturing way.