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Babysitters in Berkshire, NY
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Provider for those who need a night out or time away for a special occasion. Housekeeping and other jobs available at request
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Camey is outstanding with kids and animals. She is professional and treats everyone with love and kindness. Camey is everything you hope for in watching your kids. I trust her, shes very detailed and wants the best for everyone. "
Care member
Juliane S.
Ithaca, NY
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Enthusiastic Pet Sitter With A Love For Birds, Cats, And Dogs!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I go above and beyond my clients' expectations of care for their animals. Both one-time and long-term pet sitting services are available for birds, cats, and/or dogs. I bring professionalism and trustworthiness to every encounter with clients. While in college, a professor once remarked, "Juliane, if I can't trust you, who can I...
Juliane can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Juliane is an amazing pet sitter. I hired her for the whole month in Nov 2022. While I was away, she took care of all my 4 parrots like one of her own. She spent time with them, trained them, talked to them just like me. She also sent me pictures of my pets being...
Manasi G.
Willow L.
Ithaca, NY
$16-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Willow, I am currently a student at Binghamton University! I am looking for part time work while I'll be home on breaks! I am the oldest of 4 and have been around kids my whole life. I lots have experience watching kids and helping out with house hold tasks. I also coach soccer to girls under 10, and love to do...
5.0
"My son loved Willow! He even asked for her when he woke up in the morning. "
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Camey S.
Cortland, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Pet Sitter/ Dog Walker/Pet Cleaning/Pet Taxi/Pet Consultant
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
In your home pet sitting, dog walking, pet cleaning, pet taxi and pet consultant for basic training/behavior issues along with pup proofing your home, Been in business for 10 years. Will help with gardening, housekeeping, indoor plants, etc .
Camey can also help with: Administration of medicine, dog training, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Camey was great! She was great with my pets, was on time, made sure I was happy with the level of care, and communication was great. Would ABSOLUTELY hire her again."
Jenny H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a love for animals, especially dogs. I've grown up with dogs in my house my whole life and have experience with larger breeds. I previously was a sitter for a rotweiler mix. (My family currently has a hyper 90 pound pitbull mix) I can walk, feed, and play with your furry friends! I currently work as a doggy daycare...
Audrey can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Audrey gave our exuberant young dog GREAT care while we were away. Audrey communicates very well, is punctual, and reliable. We would definitely hire her again."
Rebecca T.
Dariana P.
Ithaca, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(12)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
For years I have been caring for infants as young as newborns and children of many ages. One of my favorite things to do with children is to go to the park and do art. Sound fun? Send me a message :)
I usually respond within the hour or the day after.
Important:
(I am currently only taking housekeeping work)
Dariana can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"Dariana has been organized, punctual, and very sweet with our 18 month old. He become comfortable with her quickly and has been enjoying the songs and games."
Laurel S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Samantha. I have been sitting for more than 6 years and love to be active with children. Born and raised in Colorado, I love being out doors and going on adventures. I am Graduate Student at Ithaca College studying to become an Occupational Therapist for kids with special needs. I have worked with kids and babies...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our family hired Samantha and two other sitters to babysit a group of cousins (aged baby through 7 y/o) while the adults went to a wedding. Samantha was a great sitter to work with! She was professional, enthusiastic, and clearly comfortable with all of the...
Jackelyn L.
5.0
(16)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
I left the corporate world in 2010 to begin working as a nanny. First I worked for a friend, then did it for a living. I love kids and have found that being an influence in a child's life is far more fulfilling than my work as an executive assistant. I've worked with kids with special needs (both physical and emotional), and...
Stacie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Stacie has been a wonderful nanny for our toddler for the last few months. She is thoughtful, loving, and kind to our daughter in every sense. Our daughter looks forward to her days with Stacie, as they are filled with lots of laughter, conversation, reading, slow...
Katrina R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Exley! During the school year I work full time as a teaching assistant in special education so I am only available in the afternoons, during breaks and occasional weekends. I'm currently a full time online student studying to get my bachelor's degree in social work. I'm the oldest of 7 children, so I've been babysitting...
Exley can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Exley was amazing! She was very flexible with our crazy changing schedules and we couldn't have been happier with her. Our son has a speech delay and she went above and beyond to help him. We felt completely at ease when our son was in her care. Unfortunately we...
Emily H.
Kendra K.
Binghamton, NY
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
(DISCLAIMER: SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY. This is my career. Please treat it with dignity and importance!)
I am an 2018 graduate from SUNY Broome with an A. A. S Degree in Teacher Education: Early Childhood Development. I am certified in SIDS, CPR/AED, SBS/Head Trauma, Behavior Management and several others.
I have 5 years...
Kendra can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Kendra has been our nanny for the past 2 months caring for our infant son. She is very attentive to our son and has been working on his milestones with him. I know when he is with Kendra she's engaging with him with interactive play. She is very tidy, great at...
Caitlyn B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been a summer nanny the past year and a half as well as a babysitter for the last 3 years. Experience with kids 6mo-7y. o!
Jenna can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Carmela and I am 22 years old! I have been working with children ages 1 - 12 for 5 years at a daycare. I also am a certified Water Safety Instructor and lifeguard and have been doing that for 7 years. I love children - spending time with them, watching them grow, and helping them develop. I got my undergraduate...
Carmela can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Our family hired Carmela and two other sitters to babysit a group of cousins (aged baby through 7 y/o) while the adults went to a wedding. Carmela was a pleasure to work with! She was professional, enthusiastic, and in her element with the kids. Carmela...
Jackelyn L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for pets since I was a very young child. I grew up always having dogs and cats and other various pets like pigs and bunnies. I ran my own petsitting business caused Wags and Whiskers for years and also have been riding horses for 16 years so I am experienced with larger animals as well. I am currently a...
5.0
"Madison took excellent care of our children! She was professional, reliable and easy to communicate with. We would love to work with her again!"
Caleb B.
Emelia P.
Ithaca, NY
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 20-year-old college student seeking part-time work during my breaks in northern CT (Granby, Simsbury, Suffield area) and during the school year near my college in Ithaca, NY. I will graduate in 2024 with a degree in Applied Psychology.
I have several years of experience caring for children of all ages. I am...
Emelia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Emmy is amazing with kids! She helped us over the winter break to watch our toddler son who was home for two months with a broken leg. Emmy went above and beyond to help our son while he learned to walk again, and even helped with potty training. Emmy is a pro -...
Jess M.
Nicole M.
Ithaca, NY
$18/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm a dancer, an artist, and a fashion lover! I have 7+ years of experience as a caretaker and teacher. I am a huge pet lover, tidy by nature, reliable, and drive a car that can transport up to 3/4 kids. I am happy to help with housekeeping, errands, meal prep, and homework.
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nicole was everything we hoped for to help out with our two active boys this summer! She was always on time, dependable, flexible with our crazy schedule and FUN! I trusted her to drive my boys to and from activities! She's amazing - I would hire her again with no...
Sarah C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I provide baby sitting and child care in your home. I have a few years of experience with young children. I love puzzles, board games, reading, and spending time outdoors. I am comfortable being responsible for light housework, transportation, and light pet care.
I also provide dog and cat sitting in your home. I have a few...
5.0
"Molly did a wonderful job caring for my cats while I was away. She was responsible, communicative and proactive, and I could tell she gave the cats lots of love. Highly recommend!"
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Lilly M.
Dryden, NY
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have a lot of experience taking care of pets for others and myself. I have always had cats and currently have 4 cats and a dog and have worked on multiple farms.
Lilly can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a teacher looking to spend my extra time with your babies! I am comfortable with most pets (snakes and spiders are the exception). I am comfortable with walking, feeding, playing, and cuddling with your furbabies!
I can also do boarding. I have three friendly dogs with a fenced in backyard yard!
Now booking for summer!
Delilaha can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding
5.0
"Delilah was a great sitter for our 3 cats! She had great communication and sent us daily updates and pictures while we were away! We loved having her as our sitter and would hire her again in the future!"
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Angela. My hobbies are going for long walks, reading and spending time with my family. I am a nanny for over 20 years working in various parts of NYC and in Binghanton NY . I am looking for a new opportunity to work with children ranging between the ages of newborn to early teens. I am hard working, honest,...
Angela can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Angela watched our daughter and another family's children in a nanny-share arrangement for over a year. She has consistently been reliable, resourceful, and enthusiastic. Our daughter loves her. She is clearly very experienced, and as anxious parents hiring someone...
Alex C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
First, I will start with my personality, then get into the grit of my experience! I'm very creative and open minded, I love spending time with my family and friends, especially the little ones in my family! I strongly believe in punctuality and communication; if you are going to be late, it's courtesy to call! Now onto my...
Bobbie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Both my son and I love Bobbie. Bobbie is so sweet and yet professional, very reliable, and provides peaceful yet fun time for my son. I can completely trust her with my five-year-old. Very happy to have met her."
Elica F.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Berkshire, NY
Camey S.
5.0
Camey is outstanding with kids and animals. She is professional and treats everyone with love and kindness. Camey is everything you hope for in watching your kids. I trust her, shes very detailed and wants the best for everyone.
- Care member
Juliane S.
5.0
I highly recommend Juliane for petsitting! She did a great job taking care of my 2 cats while I was on vacation.
I was nervous because both my cats are really shy around strangers, but I can tell she really is a cat person because they both came out to meet her right away and she texted me a...
- Monica V.
Willow L.
5.0
My son loved Willow! He even asked for her when he woke up in the morning.
- Care member
Camey S.
5.0
Camey is amazing. Not only can she deal with multiple animals in my home, but she was amazing with my 4 year old daughter who has only been with me. I would highly recommend her to anyone with kids and/or animals.
- Care member
Audrey G.
5.0
Audrey gave our exuberant young dog GREAT care while we were away. Audrey communicates very well, is punctual, and reliable. We would definitely hire her again.
- Rebecca T.
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How much do babysitters charge in Berkshire, NY?
The average rate for Berkshire, NY babysitters on Care.com is $17.00 per hour as of June 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 Berkshire, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Berkshire, NY 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.