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75 babysitters are listed in Amherst, MA
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Amherst, MA
Malina K.
Amherst, MA
$20-28/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello! I am a friendly and positive person who has approximately 8 years of experience caring for children (babysitting, nannying, working in school systems, tutoring). I am passionate about creating a fun, inclusive, and safe environment for all children. I have experience caring for those with emotional, mental or physical...
Malina can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Sophia E.
Amherst, MA
$16-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a very reliable, organized, patient, and creative babysitter looking to help out on evenings or date nights! I am currently a sophomore English major at UMass Amherst. I have 6 years of experience babysitting for my neighbors in Milton MA, cousins, and families on Cape Cod. I can help with housekeeping, cooking,...
Sophia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently a student at Amherst College with two years of babysitting experience (ages 2-13 years old). Growing up, I had a very special relationship with my own babysitter---I try to carry her loving, thoughtful influence into my work as a nanny. I love board games, crafts and music. I am so excited to meet your...
Vanessa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Mackenzie. I love working with kids, and hope to become someone you can depend on. I like working with kids because they ask me fun questions like what my second favorite animal is.
I love playing with kids! I find it naturally easy to entertain and understand their feelings. I'm looking for a job that is flexible...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Alexa H.
Amherst, MA
$20-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as fun, outgoing, kind!
I started working with kids when I was 13 years old!! I have 7 cousins under the age of 6 and I love spending time with them!!
In my spare time, I like to play field hockey, ice hockey and lacrosse! I also like crafts and outdoor activities!
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I'm Anna. I'm a creative person with 15 years of experience with kids and teens ranging from 5 months-18 years old. I have been a preschool teacher for the past 2 years and have additional past experience teaching preschool, nannying, working at summer camps and teaching yoga and writing for stage and screen to high...
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Landyn S.
Amherst, MA
$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! I'm Landyn, I am a freshman at UMass Amherst majoring in Theatre. In my free time, I love being outdoors, singing, sewing, and spending time with loved ones.
I have a passion for working with kids, as I find the connections we build to be incredibly rewarding and we always have so much fun!! Over the past three summers,...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a current graduate student and undergraduate instructor at UMass with over 10 years of experience working with children, both as a nanny and as a tutor. I have experience tutoring elementary school aged children in reading and math and I have also worked for three years as a dance teacher, encouraging creative...
Riley can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Georgia H.
Amherst, MA
$14-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have been working with kids for about six years now. I have worked with all ages, children with special needs, and learning disabilities.
I'm also currently employed at Northampton Athletic Club as a childcare provider which has given me experience working with larger groups of children at a time.
Georgia can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Parent to a 7-year-old neurodivergent kiddo. Part-time caregiver, full-time Mama.
Certified postpartum doula
Certified RedCross Basic Life Support & Adult/infant CPR and First Aid
Narcan administration trained
Certified CPI for de-escalation
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a registered nurse of 11 years with experience ranging from orthopedics to neurology to pulmonary and more. I live in Amherst most of the time but I do travel back to NYS where I own a home and my parents live. Here in Amherst I live with my girlfriend, 2 cats, 1 full time dog and 1 part time dog plus 5 goats. My...
Marcia can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Ella G.
Amherst, MA
$15-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as organized, friendly, responsible
In my spare time, I like to play rugby, go to the gym, and cook
Hello - I graduated from Champlain College with a Bachelor's of Social Work in May 2018 and have worked with a variety of populations. I have been working with kids for as long as I can remember and it bring me joy! I started by watching my nieces and nephews and have experience in a preschool classroom. I am interested in...
Samantha can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! My name is Jenna and I am a senior psychology major at UMass Amherst. I was lucky enough to find my passion for working with kids at 13 years old, and have jumped at every opportunity to both teach and learn from kiddos ever since. I have been a camp counselor with 3-10-year-olds for five years, a swim instructor to...
Jenna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Alicia N.
Amherst, MA
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Alicia, I'm a 24-year-old compassionate, reliable, loving, go with the flow care-giver! I worked previously as a pre-school/daycare teacher then had the pleasure of extending my work in childcare, becoming a private nanny for some wonderful families. I enjoy bringing my love of art, music, outdoor...
Alicia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Isabelle G.
Amherst, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
With over 10 years of experience I have cared for children under a variety of settings. As a former camp counselor and a person with a passion for art, I am equipped with many creative crafts or other hands on activities to do with your children! I can help with light housekeeping, swimming supervision, meal prep/cooking, and...
Isabelle can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
I actually don't have a full year of experience, but I have looked after kids during various dinner parties and events in the past. I can help with light housekeeping, crafts, homework, cooking, and keeping them entertained. I am good at enforcing boundaries and rules while keeping things light and playful.
Jade can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Laundry and many other needs that you may have. I have a car and am available to drive when needed. I love kids, always have, always will. I am a fun, responsible, loyal hire and I can assure you will not be disappointed. I have a lot of patience and understand children...
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Delaney A.
Amherst, MA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am a current student at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. I have worked at a daycare for 3 years and am CPR certified. With this daycare experience, I have worked in depth with children from ages 4 months- 8 years old. I can also help with Travel and Carpooling. I am reliable, on time, and fun with the kids!
Delaney can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kaitlyn D.
Amherst, MA
$18-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi I'm Katie, I love working with kids, I've babysat and nannied for many years. I have worked with the same families for year as well. I'm now in Amherst for school and missing all my little buddies from home! I have experience with kids of all ages newborns to preteens and I can also take care of chores like laundry, dishes,...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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How can I find a Amherst babysitter near me?
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How much do babysitters charge in Amherst, MA?
The average rate for Amherst, MA babysitters on Care.com is $17.51 per hour as of December 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Amherst, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Amherst, MA through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Amherst, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Amherst, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 75 listed babysitters.