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Sandy D.
Ware, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Mom Available After School Hours, Nights, And Weekends
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Mom here who has 3 children of my own whose ages range from 10-21. Over the years I have watched my friends kids on many occasions. I love watching children and doing exciting things to keep them busy. More than happy to also clean, do laundry, and make meals.
Sandy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was absolutely wonderful with my kids. They keep asking me when can she come again! I highly recommend!"
Michelle O.
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently a licensed elementary school teacher with availability after school, on nights and weekends to work with families. I owned a large daycare for 10 years and have been teaching in public school for 14 years. I'm looking forward to enjoying my time with children while helping families!
Tiffany can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Tiffany was the daycare provider for both of my children. My daughter started at her daycare at 18 months until she was 4 and my son was with her from the time he was 11 weeks old until he was 4 and went to preschool. Tiffany was amazing! She treated (and...
Care member
Hello my name is Logan and I have been working with children professionally since 2014 where I started at Greenwood Parks and Recreation in Longmeadow Ma at their after school care program and was a manager at their summer camp for about 5 years. I am a Fitchburg state graduate with a degree in elementary education. I am CPR and...
Logan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Lydia M.
Holyoke, MA
$25-26/hr • 8 yrs exp
Full Time Nanny Starting End Of August! (7 Years In Childcare)
Hi, my name is Lydia! I am looking for a family in need of full time care. I have worked in childcare for 7 years. I started as a babysitter/nanny, became the director of an after school program and was a preschool/toddler teacher in the Boston area for 3 years. I am looking to get back into the childcare world and would love to...
Lydia can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Martise G.
Three Rivers, MA
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello there I am a very understanding, caring, calm , responsible and , humble person . I assisted my mom at he daycare for about 4 years. I babysit my two younger siblings since the day they were born from nap time, walks, visiting the park, nursery rhymes, to changing diapers. I also took care of my cousins did their hair help...
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Ashley H.
Chicopee, MA
$25-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Ashley and I have been working in childcare since 2018! I've been working as an Elementary School Special Education teacher in East Boston since 2020, working with students in 1st-6th grade. Prior to working in Boston, I worked as an English teacher in Springfield Massachusetts for middle and high school aged...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I am a positive, energetic, and experienced 4th Grade teacher with a variety of experiences working with children from toddlers to teenagers from all backgrounds. I graduated from Springfield College in May 2022 with a degree in Elementary education and a focus on Special education. I am a certified Massachusetts teacher and am...
Delaney can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have babysat and been a nanny to many different children, both girls and boys. I've worked with babies, toddlers, young children, and older children. I was an after school teacher for kindergarteners, and now I've got my own little one who's preschool aged.
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I worked at an after-school program during high school and have also been a CIT at a camp two summers ago. I have very good patients with children I have experience with ages 0 - 12. I also try and help out in any way I can even if that means helping...
Natalie can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! My name is Allison, I'm looking for a summer nannying position that could potentially extend after school hours and occasionally into the fall. I have been working with kids for as long as I can remember, starting with after school babysitting jobs and more seriously as a nanny to 3 children ages 2, 4, and 7 before my work...
Allison can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
I have extensive experience teaching and caring for children ages 3 through middle school. I currently work as an occupational therapy assistant at the preschool and elementary level. In this position, I have developed substantial experience with special needs/neurodivergent kids. My expertise lies in helping adapt and modify...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Emily H.
Warren, MA
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have spent almost two years working in childcare, in after-school and summer programs in public schools, with experience with students with special needs. I am able to be flexible with hours, and would love to work with you and your child(ren)! Working with children has always been a passion of mine. I am currently entering my...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Charlotte W.
Greenfield, MA
$22-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am looking for a regular babysitting/nannying gig within 25 or so minutes of Northampton. I have 5 years of professional childcare experience in group care settings (preschools and after-school) and absolutely adore children. My preferred ages are 2-6, but I can definitely be flexible. In my work with children and youth I...
Charlotte can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 21 years of experience with my own children and 18 years running a licensed in home family child care business. I am first aid and CPR certified and love working with children of all ages! I can help with Light Housekeeping, Cooking/Meal Preparation, transportation to and from after school activities and so much more,
Keri can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jordan B.
Easthampton, MA
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi there!
My name is Jordan and I am currently based out of Easthampton, MA! I am willing to help with anything you need whether thats helping around the house, picking up or dropping off your littles, cooking, cleaning etc.
My experience working with children began at the Boys & Girls Club where I worked with and mentored...
Haley D.
Southampton, MA
$20-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hi my name is Haley! I have been working with children, infant-preteen consecutively for the last 10 years with multiple levels of behavioral, developmental, neurological differences including autism, down syndrome and kids with higher levels of trauma/anxiety. I started baby sitting as a young teenager, and then when I was 16 I...
Haley can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
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Most recent reviews for after school child care in Amherst, MA
Sandy D.
5.0
Sandy has been caring for my family for over 6 years. She is dependable, kind, and responsible. Not only a highly skilled caregiver, but a wonderful person who is truly interested in the kids' interests and overall well being.
- Emily L.
Rebecca P.
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. Keeps me posted by text messages...
- George P.
Tiffany M.
5.0
I have worked with Tiffany for over ten years as a coworker and as a supervisor for a summer program. Tiffany is a natural with children and is quick to build relationships and a rapport with them. She never talks down to children. She gets down to their level when giving directions or explanations....
- Kara G.
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FAQs for after school child care in Amherst, MA
In 2025, how much is after-school care near me in Amherst, MA?
Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Amherst, MA through Care.com will cost an average of $16.62 per hour as of April 2025. This rate may vary depending on the provider's experience, the duties you need your after-school caregiver to perform and how many kids you need them to take care of.
How can I find after-school child care near me in Amherst, MA?
Care.com currently has 8 after school child care providers in Amherst, MA. You can search for these caregivers by their distance from where you live and compare your options by hourly pay rate, years of experience and the specific services they can provide for after school care. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have previously worked with these providers.
What types of after-school providers can I find near me in Amherst, MA?
As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Amherst, MA to help your kids with a variety of needs. After-school providers can pick your children up from school, take them to extracurricular activities around Amherst, MA, help them with homework, and watch them in your house for a couple of hours before you get home from work. Just make sure your needs match up with the skills of the after-school providers you reach out to.