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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!! My name is Laura and I live in Ludlow. I am a Honest-Trustworthy-Responsible-Reliable-Patient & Nurturing Individual... I have 3 grown children; 4 Granddaughters ages 12, 9, 2, 1 & a Grandson 7 months! Ihave a lot of energy and can keep up with little ones no problem I love to play but I'm also calm, cool and collective in...
Laura can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
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, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, 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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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, travel, carpooling
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: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & 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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, 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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
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.
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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
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...
4.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation, caring for the children with company & a simple older role model!
Shakira can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I recently hired Shakira, and I must say, I was absolutely thrilled with the exceptional care she provided. I cannot recommend her enough! From start to finish, she exceeded all expectations and went above and beyond to ensure the well-being and happiness of my...
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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: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
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: Meal prep, light cleaning
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 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, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Rachel is very reliable and works very well!"
Shreya S.
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
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
(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, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
5.0
"Clarissa was exceptional--attentive and kind! "
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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, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Marie is extremely good with children and very responsible. She's always on time and is willing to work around my schedule when I need her. My children actually ask to be watched by her."
April M.
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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.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Thorndike, 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 Thorndike, MA.