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60 after school babysitters are listed in Amherst, MA
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 6 years
After school babysitters in Amherst, MA
Mary H.
Amherst, MA
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
As a caring and experienced childcare provider with a year of formal experience, I am passionate about fostering a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for children. My journey into caregiving began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered the joy of positively impacting children's lives. I believe in...
Mary can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
My name is Dahlia D, I am a peoples person, very outgoing love children and I have over 8 years of experience babysitting. I also have my own transportation with a clean driving record, experience cleaning and meal prepping. If the position is still available I would love to schedule a call with you to hear more about your...
Dahlia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Amanda and I am 21 years old. I have worked at the same daycare for about 5 years and I have been babysitting for about 7 years. I have worked with children aged 3 months through 12 years. I am a senior at UMass Amherst, majoring in early childhood education. I am CPR and first aid certified. I pride myself on my...
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Hi my name is Mary and I am currently a student at Umass Amherst. I have been a babysitter for as long as I can remember. Babysitting neighbors, cousins and family friends. I have 8 years of experience. I also worked at an after school program with little kids and I absolutely loved it. I can help with Light Housekeeping and...
Mary K. can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Erica F.
Amherst, MA
$26/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Erica, I'm 53 years old and love to be around kids. I'm a physical education teacher in my country (Brazil).
I have more than 15 years of experience working with kids.
I'm married and have two daughters (24 and 20 years old).
I have worked as a nanny for the last 12 months, but my current job will finish in June.
I...
Erica can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Haley, and I am a senior college student at UMass Amherst. I have experience with childcare starting at age 13, and am also a dance instructor as well as an after school program counselor. I have experience working with children of all ages, including those with developmental, intellectual, and physical...
Haley can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
My name is Pearl and I grew up in MA and VT! I've had a passion of working with kids since I was just a kid myself, jumping on any and all opportunities to "mothers-help" and babysit. I've now had about 5 years of compensated babysitting experience. Additionally, this past summer I gained a lot of experience and had a lot of fun...
Pearl can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am currently a student at Umass Amherst looking for a nannying job. I am very energetic, organized, and love kids! I grew up in a big family with lots of siblings and cousins, so I have a lot of experience watching multiple children at once. I also have been babysitting and nannying for about 8 years. The past few summers...
Bridget can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Georgia H.
Amherst, MA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have been working with kids for about six years now. I have worked with all ages, children with special needs, and learning disabilities.
I'm also currently employed at Northampton Athletic Club as a childcare provider which has given me experience working with larger groups of children at a time.
Georgia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Hi! I am an energetic reliable babysitter with years of experience working with kids ski instructing and I love caring for them. I love crafts and games and I am very active. I go to Umass Amherst and am graduating this spring. I am caring, kind, and helpful. I love to be around kids because they are so inspiring and would love...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Hi! My name is Emma and I have been caring for children since I was probably 14. I have held steady jobs caring for multiple different families. At one time I was watching three children ages 4-8 years old (2 boys, 1 girl). I held this job for about 5 years. Over this past year I have cared for a different family with a...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Parent to a 7-year-old neurodivergent kiddo. Part-time caregiver, full-time Mama.
Certified postpartum doula
Certified RedCross Basic Life Support & Adult/infant CPR and First Aid
Narcan administration trained
Certified CPI for de-escalation
Ella G.
Amherst, MA
$15-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as organized, friendly, responsible
In my spare time, I like to play rugby, go to the gym, and cook
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I'm a Senior at the Isenberg School of Management at UMass Amherst. I live in Amherst, MA and I have my own car. I can work until May 16th (after graduation). I have been working with children since I was 13 from my counselor jobs, babysitting, coaching, tutoring, and lifeguarding. I've been responsible for kids of all ages....
Lindsey can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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"Lindsey is phenomenal with my kids! She’s patient, caring, fun and they love having her!"
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a current graduate student and undergraduate instructor at UMass with over 10 years of experience working with children, both as a nanny and as a tutor. I have experience tutoring elementary school aged children in reading and math and I have also worked for three years as a dance teacher, encouraging creative...
Riley can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Lauren S.
Amherst, MA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm a creative and imaginative caregiver with a passion for making a positive impact on children's lives. As a graduate with 10 years of experience, I've honed my skills in providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children of all ages.
I firmly believe that effective communication is key to building trust...
I have always loved kids and am currently pursuing a career in nursing in hopes to one day be a pediatric nurse! I started babysitting when I was 10 and in the past I have worked at summer school. I have also coached youth sports and put on youth clinics (basketball and soccer), and I have tutored children in math and sciences.
Skills:
CPR
Hello! My name is Atiyah and I'm looking to start babysitting as a side job before I start college. This fall i'll be a sophomore and UMASS Amherst ! I love music, dance, animals, and all things science. Some hobbies of mine include taking walks, hanging out with my cat, and going to the movies. I have around 5 years of...
Atiyah can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Hi! My name is Jenna and I am a senior psychology major at UMass Amherst. I was lucky enough to find my passion for working with kids at 13 years old, and have jumped at every opportunity to both teach and learn from kiddos ever since. I have been a camp counselor with 3-10-year-olds for five years, a swim instructor to...
Jenna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
I have over 5 years of previous child care experience through babysitting, working as a camp counselor, and medical director. Over the summer, I work as a medical director at a camp and provide first aide as well as mental health support to students ages 8-18. I have always enjoyed babysitting and had a steady babysitting job...
Sofia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Amherst, MA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Amherst, MA?
You can review 37 after school babysitter profiles near you in Amherst, MA to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Amherst, MA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Amherst, MA is $17.81. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Amherst, MA?
If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Amherst, MA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Amherst, MA to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Amherst, MA can really come in handy.
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Ratings for Amherst, MA after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
After School Babysitters in Amherst, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters.