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60 after school babysitters are listed in Palmer, MA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 5 years
After school babysitters in Palmer, MA
3.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have been in the childcare business for about 8 years now. I have worked with infants to teenagers. I started babysitting at 14 for my neighbors children. I have also worked at different camps and have experience working with special needs children. I enjoy working with children because everyday is a new adventure. I...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jessica was awesome with my boys. She was helpful and reliable. I called her last minute and she was able to respond without hesitation. Would definitely work use her services again."
Sandrae L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 30 years of experience caring for children ages newborn through preteens. I began babysitting at the young age of 11 after taking a babysitting class, then served as a nanny for 5 years through junior high and high school prior to working at a daycare. I am now a licensed educator with first aid and CPR training and...
Leighanne can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Leighanne is friendly, professional and reliable."
Krystal H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Brooklyn and I am a 25-year-old working in talent acquisition and recently moved to the Springfield, MA area. I am experienced with all types of children at any age. I am a volunteer cheer-leading and gymnastic coach, so I am able to work with large groups of children at a time. I also am a volunteer tutor, so I am...
Brooklyn can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Brooke was amazing. Extremely dependable and great with our kids. She helped with homework, played outside and drove them to all activities.
-Len C."
Len C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have an Associate of Science Degree in Human Services and focused on Early Childhood Education. I gained experience working with children through internships at Berkshire Center for Families and Children in the Children's Center and in an integrated preschool classroom at Crosby Elementary. I then went on to work at the Boy's...
Cara can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"Cara worked with us this summer (2018) and I feel so Blessed to have met her! She is truly a beautiful and sincere soul. I enjoyed her company and my children absolutely love her. She managed my three toddlers and that is not an easy task. She is trustworthy and...
Bilal C.
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a PCA at Umass Memorial who is BLS certified. I love being around kids and watching them learn new things and also teach them. I have a strong passion for kids. I have experience with children of all ages. I enjoy being active, teaching and helping them with self-help skills, being creative and much more :)
Molly can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She's friendly, enthusiastic, reliable, and great with infants."
Faith L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ashley and I am currently in college for education! I have 9+ years of experience working with children, ranging from internships, volunteer hours, babysitting, park attendant activities, and Summer camp to my current job as a paraprofessional in an Elementary school. I absolutely adore children and everything...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Ashley has watched my children(10 and 7) for a couple years now. There is not enough space to write about all of Ashley's great qualities. She has become part of our family and our kids love her! She picks them up from school, helps with homework, brings them to...
Care member
Nicole B.
Chicopee, MA
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Nicole but I go by Nikki. My interests are cooking, arts and crafts, and music. I honestly don't have that much paid experience in babysitting but I have a large family where I would baby sit kids of all ages growing up. i've recently gotten some paid experience but due to covid it wasn't long term. Once I...
Nicole can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I haven't hired Nicole but she is my sister in law and has watched our kids K and D way more times than i can count since they were babies and they are now 12 and 8. She goes above and beyond for not just the kids, but me as well. She's always a reliable person to...
Nicole B.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Rachel is very reliable and works very well!"
Shreya S.
Emma A.
Somers, CT
$17-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
As I'm approaching my sophomore year of college, I am searching for a full time job as a babysitter! I have prior experience of babysitting children 10 and under. I have a 5 years old brother who I watch frequently and love spending time with. I am very motivated and flexible with any schedule during the week. I'm able to cook,...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Emma worked for us for almost a year. She watched my three children on a daily basis, ranging in ages from 3-10. She is extremely reliable, dependable, and great with kids. She was always willing to help out whenever needed and never hesitated to offer later hours,...
Ally G.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 7+ years experience as a full-time Nanny to children ranging from 3 months-16 years old. I believe children thrive in an environment where they feel loved and believed in. I foster outdoor and imaginative play, crafts, and am not afraid to get on the floor with the kids. Building character and social and emotional skills...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Emily has been our children's nanny for the past 2 years. She is an outstanding nanny and a lovely person, and the family that will have her as their nanny will be tremendously fortunate.
She's punctual, a safe driver, excellent at juggling a complex schedule...
Eman A.
4.5
(2)
Hi, my name is Brooke! I graduated from Longmeadow High School in 2022. I currently attend Isenberg School of Management at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. I began babysitting and pet care in 2019. I have experience with cats, dogs, and children ages 1-13 years old. I try to keep kids active and outdoors as much as...
Brooke can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Brooke is incredibly kind and was wonderful with our three children. Our kids are 6, 4 and 19 months with a lot of energy. She has watched our children several times and each time brings them a little craft that they absolutely love (we have our painted dinosaurs...
Amy O.
Hello! My name is Carly, I am a senior in college. I attend UMass Amherst, majoring in speech and hearing sciences, and education. I have extensive experience in childcare and helping families out around the house. I have worked at a daycare in Amherst, lifeguard and pool manager in my hometown. I work at an after school program...
Carly can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I don't mind picking the kids up from school or dropping them off at after school activities. I can do snack preparation.
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Kerryann D.
Dudley, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experience As A Mom, Homeschool Educator, Paraprofessional, Nanny, Sitter And PCA
I homeschooled my own two children and cared for a friend's child. Then I become a paraprofessional in the school system, working much of that time with preschool and special education ages 3-7. At the same time, I became an afternoon nanny and a PCA. After leaving the school, I chose to pursue a more individual setting as a...
Kerryann can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced educator for elementary and middle school children, and mother/godmother to three young children. I have experience teaching math and science of various grade levels, and I have also tutored in reading, math, SAT test prep, etc.
I have cared for children of various ages for 10-15 years, on and off. While...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Alyssa M.
South Hadley, MA
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
In the past, I have worked with mostly first graders. I taught after-school Spanish lessons during high school at Plains Elementary School and loved it. That also means I have lots of experience being overwhelmed with caring for a group of 6-year-olds. On a more personal note, I have experience with my 3-year-old baby cousin and...
Alyssa can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
I am a current college student with a passion for quality childcare. Babysitting and tutoring for years has allowed me to assist parents and children in many different situations. Parenting is a difficult process and I try to be as accommodating as possible. A wide range of services are available including overnight childcare,...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Colleen F.
Amherst, MA
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a certified pediatric speech language pathologist looking for a nanny job after school and then full time in the summer. I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 12 years old and nannied for 2 different families for 4 years each. I would love to see if our schedules connect!
Colleen can also help with: Swimming supervision
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Palmer, MA
Jessica S.
5.0
Jessica was awesome with my boys. She was helpful and reliable. I called her last minute and she was able to respond without hesitation. Would definitely work use her services again.
- Sandrae L.
Leighanne D.
5.0
Leighanne was a godsend! She was very amazing, showed up before the start time and made sure my daughter was taken well care of! Definitely will be using her again😊
- Care member
Brooklyn C.
5.0
Brooke was amazing. Extremely dependable and great with our kids. She helped with homework, played outside and drove them to all activities.
-Len C.
- Len C.
Cara G.
5.0
Cara is a warm, friendly, gentle, and caring person and child caregiver. She is kind, watchful, and keeps my child safe and does everything I ask. She will take him for walks and play outside, which makes him very happy. She keeps him entertained and happy, doing what he enjoys inside as well. She...
- Lynne P.
Sarah S.
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 children.
Sarah follows instructions...
- Caroline M.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Palmer, MA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Palmer, MA?
You can review 1 after school babysitter profiles near you in Palmer, 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 Palmer, MA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Palmer, MA is $20.00. 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 Palmer, 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 Palmer, MA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Palmer, 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 Palmer, MA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Palmer, 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 Palmer, MA.