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Hi there! My name is Courtanie. I'm a 22-year-old artist and college student. I have 6 years of cleaning experience due to my part time job as a homemaker for clients in need. I visit and clean multiple homes each shift so I have plenty of experience! I would consider myself very easy going and I am extremely flexible when it...

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've been babysitting since I was 12 years old, and I also have five years of Personal Care Assistant experience, caring for elderly and disabled clients. I graduated from the Culinary Arts program at Franklin County Technical School, also receiving my CPR, First Aid, and Food Allergen Certifications. I draw, paint, crochet, and...
Courtanie can also help with: Travel, Carpooling, Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Abbie C.


Northfield, MA

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Crafty Sitter

Hello families! My name is Abbie and I am looking to help with occasional date night/childcare needs. I have previous experience with childcare, have worked the past 4 years at a local college counseling center, and I am CPR/First Aid/AED certified. I enjoy all types of arts and crafts, reading, and being outdoors. I hope I am...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Amber B.


Orange, MA

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

Hello! I am a recent graduate from Springfield College with a degree in Health Sciences. I have 9 years of experience caring for many children ages newborn to 10. More recently I have been working part time at a daycare for the past year with children ages 2-5 in addition to babysitting several children newborn to 1 y/o. I have...

Recent review:

5.0
I have 3 girls all very different and they all adored Amber. She was always reliable and loved to play and entertain them! I would definitely hire her again!

Micaela M.

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Johnna B.


Greenfield, MA

$24-36/hr10 yrs exp

Creative, Enthusiastic, Fun Companion!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, thank you for considering me! I offer companionship and personal care to elders and people with limited mobility. I have 20 years of experience in a broad array of human service positions and 6 years as a personal care assistant. I am a strong advocate for people living full meaningful lives. I love cooking and sharing...
Johnna can also help with: Companionship, Personal care, Errands, Meal prep, Light cleaning

Recent review:

5.0
I hired Johnna initially for a short-term position in November 2021, to support me after knee surgery. She is a wonderful, capable, kind human being. She is especially skilled at creative, healthy meal preparation, which was sorely needed so my husband and I did...

Randy R.

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Krista A.


Orange, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Occasional Childcare Provider

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am 37-years-old and have been working with children for 23 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: Light cleaning, Travel, Carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
I hired Krista to take care of our 11 months son while we were in Boston. She has been really great and we would love to work with her again. She was punctual, flexible with the times, communicative, very organized. She read books, played songs, etc and found...

Elisa M.

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Jessica H.


Greenfield, MA

$22/hr3 yrs exp

I view children as independent, autonomous little humans, and strive to foster consent-based care and child-centered learning and play. My approach to childcare is Montessori-inspired, as I have been an administrator and substitute at a Montessori school for the past two years. I am passionate about racial & social justice, and...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, Travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Jess is a pure delight to work with in every way. We hired her to care for our 9-month old baby and another little one two days a week and she was wonderful with them. She is warm, experienced, smart, and flexible. She is also an excellent communicator.

Care member

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Kimberly R.


Greenfield, MA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher & Nanny

Hey there! My name is Kimberly. My journey in childcare started as a a camp counselor in my teens. I've worked with children and youth in multiple capacities--from babysitting, to mentoring, to teaching since then. I am currently the theater teacher at a middle/high school. Previously, I worked as the Life Skills teacher for...
Kimberly can also help with: Grocery shopping, Travel, Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Kimberly came on time. Our interview went very well and waiting to check her references. Thank you so much Kimberly.

Christelle C.

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Casey V.


Greenfield, MA

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

I'd Love To Babysit Your Kids!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Casey; I am 24 years old and live in Greenfield. I attend Greenfield Community College, and I am currently working towards my Associate's degree in Human Services. I have a wide range of experience with children. I am currently a one-on-one paraprofessional in a school district where I was previously a substitute. I...
Casey can also help with: Light cleaning, Travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Skylar T.


Gill, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Skylar! I am CPR/First Aid Certified. I'm looking for a position where I am able to bring my 23-month-old toddler. I am willing to babysit at your house and will bring everything needed for him while I am caring for your children. Can't wait to speak with you!
Skylar can also help with: Carpooling, Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Chen V.


Greenfield, MA

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

On Your New Babysitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My bio doesn't do much justice explaining who I am or what I can do but I am great with children and that'll have to come from your kids telling you that! I currently hold an Associate degree and pursuing my BA in Child Development and a Certified Development Associates in Preschool. I am presently employed as a Teacher...
Chen can also help with: Travel, Light cleaning, Carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Randi M.


Greenfield, MA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable, Compassionate & Meticulous!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I look forward to caring for children of all ages. Outdoor play, nature walks, crafts and more! 10+ years experience babysitting, 5yrs experience as a nanny (newborn). Licensed driver with transportation. Great attitude. Patient and attentive. Enjoys cooking & cleaning. Field trips. Animal lover (Pet care and training...

Recent review:

5.0
When we met Randi, she had a welcoming smile, and my kids instantly warmed up to her as though she had been in our lives all along. While working for me, I came home, she opened the door knowing my hands were full. She had dinner ready for us! My laundry was done,...

Heather R.

Recently earned my Bachelor's degree in Theatre/Arts and Entertainment Management from Dean College. I currently work full time as a babysitter/caretaker and server at a local restaurant, working towards paying back student loans and my eventual move to NYC. I'm not a professional cleaner but I enjoy cleaning and would love to...
I'd describe my personality as nice, funny, optimistic, adventurous. I like working with kids because kids are so pure and their little personalities are like no other I started working with kids when I was a kid. I basically raised my younger sisters, all throughout high school I babysat my neighbors son and took a early...
I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...
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Marguerite C.


Greenfield, MA

$15/hr7 yrs exp

Energetic And Easy Going Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am an older sibling from a family of six with many years of experience with childcare and past teaching experience for pre-k kids up through high school. I have nannied for many different families with kids from the age of six months up to middle school, and I have been babysitting since I was 13. I have experience...
Skills:

First Aid

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Emilee G.


Orange, MA

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Babysitter

I have babysat for family and friends from ages 3+. I only have a year of paid experience, but I love spending time with kids, helping with homework if needed, getting them outside in the fresh air and disconnected from electronics, making sure they enjoy their day while still maintaining a productive structured schedule.
Hello! I am Amanda, 23 years old and currently a nanny going to school to become a birth/postpartum doula. I am available to provide cleaning services on most weekends for a couple hours. :)
Clean rooms, bathrooms and hallways Vacuum and wash carpets and rugs Empty wastepaper baskets Transport trash to waste disposal equipment Dust wooden surfaces and furniture Replace light bulbs and repair some fixtures Replenish bathroom
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Phoebe B.


Greenfield, MA

$14-50/hr5 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as loyal, hardworking, and organized. I like working with kids because I enjoy taking care of them and I've always been good at it . I have a soft spot in my heart for kids and I do well in that role. I'm looking for a job that allows me to use my people and care giving skills. I started working...
Phoebe can also help with: Grocery shopping, Light cleaning, Travel, Carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Northfield, MA

Amber B.

5.0

I have 3 girls all very different and they all adored Amber. She was always reliable and loved to play and entertain them! I would definitely hire her again!

- Micaela M.

Johnna B.

5.0

I hired Johnna initially for a short-term position in November 2021, to support me after knee surgery. She is a wonderful, capable, kind human being. She is especially skilled at creative, healthy meal preparation, which was sorely needed so my husband and I did not need to resort to nightly frozen...

- Randy R.

Krista A.

5.0

I hired Krista to take care of our 11 months son while we were in Boston. She has been really great and we would love to work with her again. She was punctual, flexible with the times, communicative, very organized. She read books, played songs, etc and found different ways to entertain my son (not...

- Elisa M.

Jessica H.

5.0

Jess is a pure delight to work with in every way. We hired her to care for our 9-month old baby and another little one two days a week and she was wonderful with them. She is warm, experienced, smart, and flexible. She is also an excellent communicator.

- Care member

Kimberly R.

5.0

Kimberly came on time. Our interview went very well and waiting to check her references. Thank you so much Kimberly.

- Christelle C.

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