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60 after school babysitters are listed in Amherst, MA
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 6 years
After school babysitters in Amherst, MA
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a current senior at UMass Amherst who's home for the summer looking to nanny for the summer. I have 7 years experience in childcare as a private babysitter, daycare provider, and summer camp counselor. I have worked with children of all abilities ranging from ages of 10mo-13y/o. I would love to lend a hand and help out...
Rachel can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Rachel was timely, responsive, and professional. She was also very engaged and fun with my kids. My 5 and 9 year old really enjoyed being with her. We will definitely hire Rachel again."
Care member
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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
I am a CNA . Experienced and dedicated babysitter, with over 10 years of childcare/ elderly experience. Skilled in providing nurturing and safe environments for children of all ages. responsible, self-management, and good communication skills. Bilingual. I am available morning shifts, overnights and also just couple hours for...
Veronica can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Veronica is outstanding! My kids love and and we absolutely love having her. She always goes above and beyond in so many ways and is incredibly thoughtful and attentive. Highly recommend! "
Pamela R.
Charlotte S.
Amherst, MA
$20-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
As a dedicated childcare provider with 8 years of experience, I'm passionate about supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option that encourages your children's growth and development. My friendly and approachable demeanor, combined with my patience and calmness, has allowed me to successfully care for up to 4...
Genevieve B.
Amherst, MA
$20-27/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello!! My name is Genevieve, I am 20 and I am a UMass Amherst Psychology and Biology student! I have four younger siblings: ranging from age 6-17 so as you can imagine, I have tons of experience with kids. I have always played a bigger role in their lives since I am much older than two of my youngest siblings. This is how I...
Genevieve can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
My name is Emilie I am a 21-year-old with years of babysitting experience in not only my family but also my neighborhood and families in town. I babysat my neighbors daughter for 8 years starting from the time she was 4 through the age of 12. After applying for an unpaid internship I was chosen through my high school guidance...
Emilie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Jennifer D.
Amherst, MA
$15/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have been babysitting since I was about 12 years old, I have experience with children of all ages. One of my favorite (and hardest) jobs I have had was caring for 3-year-old triplet boys.
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jenn was a wonderful babysitter for our family. We have triplet boys and they absolutely loved to spend time with her. She was able to keep all of them occupied and happy. She was very dependable and always came to our house on time with a smile. She followed...
Deirdre C.
I started babysitting when I was in the sixth grade for multiple families. The youngest I have babysat was 6 months old and the oldest was 13 years old. The most children I have babysat has been 3, but would be willing to babysit more. When babysitting, I usually help the children with homework they have, do activities with...
Amber can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
hey families!! My name is Laurel and I'm a First Year student at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Ever since I was a pre-teen I had always wanted to be a babysitter. In my sophomore year of high school I was hired as an Early-Education Childcare worker for the YMCA after-school program in the small town of Easton,...
Laurel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Alexandra and I am currently a student at UMass Amherst. Since I was 15 years old, I have been caring for children. My first experience was with my second cousin's daughter. Initially, I helped her take care of her infant (bottle feeding, changing diapers, bathing, putting to sleep). I had the joy to witness her grow...
Alexandra can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Alexandra is an amazing childcare provider. We hired her for a 3 week before- and after-school job to care for our 5 year old son. She was responsible for packing his school lunch, helping him get dressed and ready for school, feeding him, and driving him to his...
Kasey J.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently a student at Amherst College with two years of babysitting experience (ages 2-13 years old). Growing up, I had a very special relationship with my own babysitter---I try to carry her loving, thoughtful influence into my work as a nanny. I love board games, crafts and music. I am so excited to meet your...
Vanessa can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Hi! My name is Caitlyn and I am a UMass Amherst student looking to babysit up to three kids in the Amherst/Hadley area. I have experience working with children at a summer camp (summer 2021), volunteering at an elementary school (winter 2023) and daycare (summer 2024). I am also CPR certified. I have a car and I am more than...
Caitlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Mia G.
Amherst, MA
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Mia, a UMass student with 7 years experience in childcare. My passion for caregiving stems from 4 years as a full time nanny as well as babysitting and counselor positions I've held. My approach to childcare is patient, calm, and creative. I enjoy engaging children in various activities, including playing outside,...
Mia can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Eliza S.
Amherst, MA
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Connecting with children has always been one of my greatest strengths and passions. I began at 13 and have gained valuable experience since: I've worked in a variety of roles ranging from babysitter to substitute/after school teacher. My strengths are versatile as I enjoy all sorts of play and activities; physical/outdoor,...
I'm currently a college senior at University of Massachusetts. I'm from New Jersey and I have previously worked at a daycare center during my high school years. I was also the head counselor at a children's summer sports camp and supervised the 3-year-old campers. I changed diapers and fed the children, as well as monitor them...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Hello! My name is Sydney, and I am currently a senior biology student at UMass Amherst. I have 6+ years of experience in childcare ranging from newborns-teenagers. I am also a former lifeguard/children's swim lesson instructor and am CPR-certified. I love working with kids and would love to help out in the Amherst area!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started mother's helper for a close family friend when I was about 10, and made my way into babysitting as I grew up. I have loved it since then! I have regularly sat for several families and for children between the ages of newborn to about 12 years old. I'm very interactive and love to participate with the kids. I am CPR...
Leah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Leah has watched my 4 all summer- 3 rambunctious boys and 1 girl. 4 kids of varying ages can be a challenge and she's managed with a good attitude and always a smile even on rough days! Trustworthy, punctual, kind, and consistent."
Amanda P.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I am resident of Northampton and I have always loved working with children and their families. I started babysitting when I was 13 and when I was in high school I was able to take Child Growth and Development as an elective; which helped me find my dream of working with children. After graduating from Northampton High, I went on...
Brittany can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Brittany is great and we felt so lucky to have her babysit our two-year-old. We were in town for a wedding and were a little nervous to leave our toddler, but Brittany put me at ease the minute we got on the phone. She asked all the right questions, gave us advice...
Allie L.
Sarah S.
Hadley, MA
$21-27/hr • 8 yrs exp
Former After School Teacher, Nanny, Youth Counselor, And Experienced Caregiver!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there,
My name is Zosia! I am originally from Western Mass, have recently moved back to the area, and have been looking to return to working with kids as I spend the year preparing to apply to graduate school.
I have been regularly employed as a babysitter and tutor with families since 2015. I have enjoyed work in multiple...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sarah does an excellent job of engaging with children of all ages. My two boys love her and think that she is very fun. She is good at getting them to do quiet activities and to play outside and get their energy out. Sarah also prepares healthy meals for the...
Caroline M.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Amherst, MA
Rachel L.
5.0
Rachel was timely, responsive, and professional. She was also very engaged and fun with my kids. My 5 and 9 year old really enjoyed being with her. We will definitely hire Rachel again.
- Care member
Veronica P.
5.0
Veronica is outstanding! My kids love and and we absolutely love having her. She always goes above and beyond in so many ways and is incredibly thoughtful and attentive. Highly recommend!
- Pamela R.
Jennifer D.
5.0
Jennifer had been our babysitter for approximately four years. We have three children who have outgrown the need for a sitter now. When Jennifer cared for our children their ages ranged from infant and toddler to preschool and school age. Jennifer played age appropriate games, read them books,...
- Barbara P.
Alexandra M.
5.0
Such a caring professional, we wish we could have worked with Alexandra longer. Our little guy absolutely loved her and we felt so comfortable leaving when we knew she was there. Even helped when he was so sick and miserable and she was wonderful. So caring, so lovely and knows kids. I have to...
- Katherine G.
Leah H.
5.0
Leah has watched my 4 all summer- 3 rambunctious boys and 1 girl. 4 kids of varying ages can be a challenge and she's managed with a good attitude and always a smile even on rough days! Trustworthy, punctual, kind, and consistent.
- Amanda P.
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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 $17.92. 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.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Amherst, MA?
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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 6 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters.