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I really enjoy taking care of children of all ages. I have taken care of my younger cousins and my friends younger siblings, and we always have a blast. Whether we are playing hide and seek, or making slime, hearing them laugh always puts a smile on my face. I am always more than willing to help clean up around the house, run...
Julia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
I am looking for a part time babysitting job. I have well over 10 years of experience. I used to run a daycare out of my home and was certified to do this for 5 years. I have completed 3 years of early childhood education, and have years of experience having raised my own 3 daughters who are all now mothers, I am the fun Grammy...
Colleen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I am a 25-year-old new mom to my 6-month-old beautiful daughter. I am looking for a family that allows me to bring my daughter everyday. I have many years experience babysitting other children as well as my younger siblings. I have my masters degree in social work. I previously worked as a child therapist, special...
Carissa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hello! My name is Amy F. and I am a 19-year-old UMass student. I am currently living in Amherst but will be living in Wilbraham starting in the month of May! I am CPR certified and have my own car which allows for more flexibility if needed! I have a pretty big family and have been babysitting for my cousins since I was around...
Amy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Hannah! I am 20 years old and I just moved to Massachusetts in January after having lived in Alaska for my whole life. I got my associate's degree from the University of Alaska last summer and have a lot of experience with children. In middle and high school, I was a teacher's assistant and library aide, often working...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hannah is such an amazing individual! She is extremely consistent and reliable. She is mature beyond her years and dependable. I appreciated her kind, gentle, and friendly nature. I would recommend her and sing her praises to anyone!"
Caitlin S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has over 10 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. I started off being a mothers helper when I was 13 and when I was 16 I started babysitting. In high school I took child development and worked at a preschool as a teachers assistant. I was also a...
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Stephanie was wonderful watching my 8 week old daughter during the week so I could study for my board exam. She was kind, communicative, reliable, and a pleasure to work with."
Danielle D.
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:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Leighanne is friendly, professional and reliable."
Krystal H.
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, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
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.
Payton K.
Charlton, MA
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Payton and I am currently a sophomore nursing student at Endicott College in Beverly, Ma and I am looking for a babysitting job while I am home for winter break. I have babysat for about 4 years now for my family and other families in the area around me, plus I have worked with children at an entertainment...
Payton can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Payton is an absolute delight! She did a wonderful job watching my 1-year old and he absolutely adored her. She is responsible, punctual and very attentive. We only wish we could have had her stay on longer, but we wish her the best in school and beyond!"
Jaz B.
Elsa M.
East Longmeadow, MA
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Elsa and I am a very experienced and fun babysitter! I have tons of experience with kids all ages! I have two younger siblings that are 5 and 7, I have babysat for 3 years and my family has fostered kids from 5 months to 10 years. I love spending time with kids! I work part time tutoring as well so I can provide...
Courtney B.
Somers, CT
$22-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Art Teacher/Theatre Student Sitter Means Fun For Your Children!!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there!
I am located in Tolland County of Connecticut and I love kids. I currently work in the Bloomfield Public Schools system as an art teacher. I have been babysitting since I was 14 and have taken CPR training, Babysitter Training, and Basic First Aid Courses. I love to clean and can help around the house. I love animals...
Courtney can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We had Courtney babysit for us for about 6 weeks until my son started daycare. Courtney was amazing with both of my kids under age 3. They were so excited to see her and called her NeeNee! Courtney had a calm demeanor which was perfect for toddler age babies. She...
Jessica L.
Emma A.
Somers, CT
$10-20/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
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello parents!
My name is Vera and I have over 20 years experience on babysitting. In addition to that, I do have a bachelors degree in education.. I am also bilingual, Spanish is my native language.
Since I moved in to Massachusetts from my beloved Puerto Rico, I've worked for the schools department of Westfield, Holyoke and...
Vera can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"My husband and I hired Vera back in April and she became like family to us. The way she cared for our one year old son was truly incredible. We felt tremendously blessed to have found her. For four months she was our primary child care provider until we were...
Rocio G.
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, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
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
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm new to the area and seeking my next childcare opportunity with a wonderful family.
I'd describe my personality as kind and caring.
I like working with kids because I love to help children develop to their full potential emotionally and academically and I'm looking for a job that allows me to do so.
I started working...
Clarissa can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Clarissa was exceptional--attentive and kind! "
Care member
Helen B.
Northampton, MA
$29-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.2
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I just moved from Massachusetts to Chicago and am looking for a wonderful family to work for. I absolutely adore kids and love seeing their perspective of life and just learning more about the world through their eyes. Whenever I babysit, I like to incorporate nature and creative play into our time together, whether that...
Helen can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Helen is phenomenal. She is smart, responsible, responsive, funny... the works. She took care of my 6-year-old son who is truly not the easiest kid, and he just LOVED her. She was kind and generous with my older daughter too. She really follows what the kid...
Clio S.
Marie M.
Spencer, MA
$15-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Marie. I'm 22 years old, living in Spencer, MA. I am an older sister to 5! Due to my passion for children I have always been the "family's babysitter", I have many siblings, cousins, extended family, and even children of my friends that I babysit for regularly. I am very comfortable with all ages. Comfortable making...
Marie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Marie was great! Timely, super helpful, and did everything that was asked of her! Would absolutely hire again."
Robert L.
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: Travel, craft assistance, 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.
Arielle H.
Amherst, MA
$28-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I babysat for four families throughout my time in high school and have three years of experience as a workshop assistant/camp counselor at a theatre program in New York. I am comfortable with pets and have experience with newborns. I love children, am highly responsible, and can cook, assist with meal preparation, do light...
Arielle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Arielle helped us out when our little one had to stay home from daycare. She was on time and did great with my little one. She communicates very well. Would definitely work with her again!"
Jasmine E.
5.0
(1)
Mom of a 10-year-old girl. Looking to watch kids in my home after school or if there is a day off /snow day during the year. I do have a dog, cats and guinea pigs. Huge back yard with a swing set, sandbox and more to play with inside. I can help with homework to the best of my abilities if it is needed. I currently work in the...
Rebecca can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"I have used Rebecca for many different jobs from checking in on my pets to helping around the house and helping my elderly mother. She is such a kind person with a huge heart. She has always treated us like we are family. She is very through in everything she does....
George P.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Thorndike, MA
Hannah M.
5.0
Hannah is such an amazing individual! She is extremely consistent and reliable. She is mature beyond her years and dependable. I appreciated her kind, gentle, and friendly nature. I would recommend her and sing her praises to anyone!
- Caitlin S.
Stephanie P.
5.0
Stephanie was wonderful watching my 8 week old daughter during the week so I could study for my board exam. She was kind, communicative, reliable, and a pleasure to work with.
- Danielle D.
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
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.
Payton K.
5.0
Payton is an absolute delight! She did a wonderful job watching my 1-year old and he absolutely adored her. She is responsible, punctual and very attentive. We only wish we could have had her stay on longer, but we wish her the best in school and beyond!
- Jaz B.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Thorndike, MA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Thorndike, MA?
You can review 1 after school babysitter profiles near you in Thorndike, 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 Thorndike, MA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Thorndike, MA is $22.00. 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 Thorndike, 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 Thorndike, MA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Thorndike, 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 Thorndike, MA can really come in handy.
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