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60 after school babysitters are listed in Gardner, MA
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 8 years
After school babysitters in Gardner, MA
Donna L.
Gardner, MA
$17-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a babysitter since I was 14 years old after I took the babysitting course through the American Red Cross! I've done many overnights with children ranging from newborn to teens! I grew up with older and younger cousins and was always helping out. I may be an adult, but I'm a kid at heart.
Donna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with children ranging in age from infants to teenagers. I have babysat for several families and was a full time personal nanny for a year and a half. I am currently a EEC certified teacher for all ages at a daycare, but looking for something with more one on one quality interaction. I currently have 4-year-old...
Kerri can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kerri has been our F/T Nanny for use for past 1 1/2yrs. She is caring and wonderful. Our children love her and she has become a big part of the family. We could not have asked for anyone better. She has worked magic with our kids. She has given our children great...
Chris G.
Loumarie C.
Gardner, MA
$17-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I believe I'd be a great babysitter because I'm fun, responsible, and reliable. As the oldest of six siblings, I've had hands-on experience helping raise my younger brothers and sisters, which taught me how to handle any situation with patience and care. There was never a dull moment, and I know how to keep children engaged...
Loumarie can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Gabriella H.
Gardner, MA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello!
I have had the pleasure of working with two different families through positions here on care. com. One child was 13 months when I started and the other was 4 months. However, besides these positions, most of my childcare experience comes from my four nieces and nephews. It's been great to get experience through all...
Gabriella can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi, I'm Sarah, and I am so excited to meet you! I'm a kind, compassionate, and caring person, and have a passion for childcare. My experience with caregiving began when entering high school with regular babysitting jobs for neighbors and family members, and by the time of graduation, it had digressed to long-term nannying...
Sarah-ashley can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
I'd describe my personality as warm, gregarious, and caring.
I like working with kids because I taught school and enjoy teaching them new and exciting things.
I'm looking for a job that has a positive environment.
I started working with kids while I was a teenager.
In my spare time, I like to read, walk my dog, exercise, and...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children since age 11. I grew up as a mother helper with my own two sisters. I have a large family and my mother had me babysitting for all the doctors at the local hospital by age 12. I know CPR and First Aid and BLS. Fully vaccinated. I have worked as a professional nanny and awake overnight nanny. I...
Kristie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kristie was wonderful with my children. She kept them busy with science and art projects and my kiddos had a great day with her. I would use Kristie again in a second. "
Amy L.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for 20 years. Before that, I worked at a before and after-school program at an elementary school, and also at a daycare in the infant toddler room. I've worked with ages 3 months -17 years old. I have plenty of experience working with children. I've worked with special needs with early intervention, speech...
Vanessa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Vanessa is amazing! She is a caring, dependable, and trustworthy. Her love for children is apparent in her care of my three children and she communicates well us about all the details of their care. She also helps keep the house looking clean and somehow finds time...
Jessica G.
Tamara D.
Fitchburg, MA
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Looking For A Part-Time Nannying Job - Very Experienced With Kids
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Tamara, I graduated from the University of Utah with a degree in Human Development and Family Studies. I have about 8-10 years of experience with children! Currently only available as a babysitter on the weekends, or for pet care. Feel free to message me if I seem like a good fit :)
Tamara can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Tamara has been a great babysitter. She is very flexible and dependable, and great with our two kids, ages 4 and 6."
Amanda O.
Kerrie C.
Westminster, MA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Firm But FUN Nanny!!! GREAT References!! FULLY Vaccinated!
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Kerrie . In various capacities like camps, after school programs, teaching kids cooking classes, nannying and backup care babysitting, I've built many relationships with youth that I maintain to this day. I am confident working with multiple children, cooking, light chores/errands, maintaining an organized schedule...
Kerrie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"You know when you see a nanny in the community and you think, "Yes! This is the person I will call in an emergency." That was my gut feeling with Kerrie.
The first thing to note is that your child will have enriching experiences and socialization in Kerrie's...
Sarah L.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi!! I'm Abby, I come from a big family where I've learned to care and be around a lot of children. I've taken care of most of my cousins children at various ages and still enjoy doing so. I, myself, am the youngest in my family and have had the privilege of seeing my parents, grandparents, aunts, and uncle's care for each...
Abby can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"The best part about Abby is that she treats our child like family. She loves our baby and our baby loves and trusts her. Abby improved so much during her time with us and takes feedback. "
Care member
Hi, my name is Deja, and I love working with kids! I've spent 3 years babysitting, whether it's getting kids ready for school bright and early or making sure they have a great time after school.
I took an early childhood course in high school, which helped me understand childhood development ages 0-12, as well as what kids need...
Deja can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
I like working with kids because they are just so fun. I've been babysitting since I was 16 years old and I've always just loved kids.
I'm looking for a job that I can work with kids. Babysitting have always been easy to me and I've always wanted to work with kids and some day maybe teach or have some kind of career with...
Beth K.
Westminster, MA
$19-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Mom And Grandma, Previous Home Daycare Provider, Looking To Nanny For Your Little Ones!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mother of three grown children and grandmother of six. In the past I ran a daycare out of my home for 6 years in which I cared for up to 8 children throughout the day; some children being full time, part time, and before and after school; ranging in ages from newborn to 12 years old. From November of 2013 through June of...
Beth can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! My name is Amanda and I've worked at an after-school/summer program for children for 10 years and have babysat for longer. At the after-school program I was responsible for helping with homework if needed, organizing gym games, creating arts and crafts and spending time outside! I'm comfortable with all ages. Most recently,...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a 26-year-old female. I hold a B. A. in Professional Communications from Fitchburg State University. As a former EMT, I am trained for all types of emergencies.
I currently live in Fitchburg with my boyfriend, rats, cats and hedgehogs. My hobbies vary from painting and sketching to vehicle repair and everything in...
Natasha can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Fernanda M.
Fitchburg, MA
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm Brazilian, Living In Boston For Two Years. I Have My Own Car And Driver's License.
My name is Fernanda and I am 23 years old. I have a law degree from a Brazilian university. I am known for being very responsible and dedicated.
I have over 3 years of experience as a nanny. I have taken care of newborns, babies and toddlers. I have always loved children and have done several volunteer work with children.
I...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experienced Nanny Available!
Hello! I'm Idalis, an experienced nanny with 15 years of caring for children aged 0-16. I provide exceptional care, creating a safe and engaging environment. I've worked with a diverse range of children, teaching Spanish and coaching cheerleading and gymnastics. I'm dedicated to providing the best...
Idalis can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Osminda R.
Fitchburg, MA
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
hello my name is Osminda but everyone calls me Omi I am from Guatemala and I love working as a babysitter I am dedicated to babysitting all the time and I really love working with children I have many good family references I would like to be part of your family
Abigail L.
Fitchburg, MA
$17/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi I'm Abby, I am student at FSU! I have experience as a babysitter, as well as working with children in classrooms and summer camps!
Abigail can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Gardner, MA
Kerri P.
5.0
Kerri has been our F/T Nanny for use for past 1 1/2yrs. She is caring and wonderful. Our children love her and she has become a big part of the family. We could not have asked for anyone better. She has worked magic with our kids. She has given our children great experiences and help teach them. If...
- Chris G.
Kristie H.
5.0
Kristie is extremely personable and the kids took to her like a duck to water. Everything was in order when we came home and she had quite the stack of art work that they had done together. Hard to say who had more fun: Kristie or the kids!
- Corey K.
Vanessa B.
5.0
Vanessa has been my 5 yr old twins nanny for over 2 and half years. My family wishes we could have her here for longer but the twins are going to kindergarten in the fall. The twins just adore her. She is always on time and willing do extra hours on occasion when asked. She does so many fun...
- Kim P.
Tamara D.
5.0
Tamara is awesome! She's always on time, very flexible and easy to get a hold of. She's great with my son and he adores her.
- Jamie B.
Kerrie C.
5.0
Kerrie worked on a daily basis with our toddler solo, but on occasion she managed parties and events for us and has the extraordinary capacity to plan ahead to manage and meet the needs of many many kids at one time. We were extremely fortunate to work with her for an entire year.
Kerrie is a...
- Kendra F.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Gardner, MA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Gardner, MA?
You can review 6 after school babysitter profiles near you in Gardner, 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 Gardner, MA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Gardner, MA is $18.17. 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 Gardner, 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 Gardner, MA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Gardner, 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 Gardner, MA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Gardner, MA?
We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Gardner, MA.