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Elsa M.
East Longmeadow, MA
$15-20/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, travel, craft assistance, 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
$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 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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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 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
(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, carpooling, craft assistance
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 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: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"She's friendly, enthusiastic, reliable, and great with infants."
Faith L.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
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.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I'm looking for a part-time job (ideally ~30 hours/week) at a rate of at least $30/hour. I live in Chicopee, MA, and would prefer a commute of under half an hour. I love all sorts of games, arts and crafts, and just being able to use my imagination (and see kids use theirs). I'm the oldest out of 4 girls and my mom ran a home...
Amy can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Amy is a great caregiver! She's able to connect with children easily and uses great techniques to help a child calm down. She's able to get on a personal level by talking to children at their level. Amy is also able to connect with parents in regards to sharing...
Cianalyn R.
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: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Britt has worked with our family for over seven years, and I can't recommend her enough. A lot of people love kids, but Britt is a true childcare professional. She has extensive knowledge and experience from working in different childcare settings. She's been able...
Anne B.
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: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & 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.
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, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, 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.
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: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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 babysat my two nieces and nephew who are all on the spectrum. I love any kid and here to give them someone to have fun safely with. I love animals so pets are no issue at all, as I have a cat and a dog of my own. I'm willing to help out with just about everything, though I do take classes at Worcester State between...
Kailey can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kailey was so wonderful with our daughter! We hired her as a date night sitter and would hire her in the future as well. She was very interactive with our daughter and from first meeting her, it was clear she is very comfortable with children and very professional."
Care member
Emma L.
Holyoke, MA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi my name is Emma, I have 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages with all different needs. I have been the caretaker for older children with special needs, watched a child from her infancy into her toddler years, been a nanny to an infant and a 3-year-old, and cared for school aged children 7-9. As a graduate...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"Emma is a very caring person who will always put the needs of your child above her own. She worked for us for quite a long time, and is still close with our family today. She is definitely worth the hire!"
Erin C.
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, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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...
Barbara P.
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: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"There isn't enough space to write all of Ashley's great qualities. She has been watching my 2 children (7 and 10) for a few years now and they love her! She is like family. She is always punctual, helps with homework and makes dinner and so much more. She takes...
Care member
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
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.
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: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Thorndike, MA
Courtney B.
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 kept them redirected and not...
- Jessica L.
Emma A.
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, rides to activities, or added...
- Ally G.
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
Vera P.
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 accepted into a daycare. During that...
- Rocio G.
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.
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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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