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60 babysitters are listed in Hampden, MA
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Hampden, MA
Hi there! I'm Jordan. I'm a 27-year-old college grad. I studied business at Westfield State, graduated in 2020, and spent 2 years nannying after college in the Boston area. After working at a Specialty Wine&Cheese shop for 2 years I'm planning on going back to nannying for a bit. My goal is to own a food truck one day, but would...
Jordan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Hello! Im Grace Im 18, I'm currently a student living around suffeild looking for a babysitting job. I love kids and pets and would love to help out anyone needing it! Im free anyday after classes (monday-thursday) and can do last minute. I can cook, watch movies, play outside, basically anything I'm very flexible. Im very...
Grace can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Lexee O.
Hampden, MA
$18-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm a passionate childcare provider with over a year of experience caring for young children. My previous babysitting roles inspired me to pursue a career where I could positively impact children's lives and support families by providing reliable care.
I'm known for my patience and calm demeanor, which helps create a nurturing...
Juliette G.
Hampden, MA
$17-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi, I am an 19-year-old college student home for the summer. I am a psychology major and have extensive experience working with all ages of children in both group environments as well as babysitting environments. I am CPR and first aid certified. I also have experience with pets and house sitting!
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
1.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Really caring and fun. I enjoy working with kids through various ages, have experience working with kids from ages 1 1/2 -13 years old. I genuinely enjoy caring for children and approach their work with an energy that shows I am truly interested in your kids and their care. Love to help out with school work, activities such as...
Angelina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Melaney H.
Hampden, MA
$20-50/hr • 20 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Childcare provider and house keeper with over 20 years experience. I also have a masters degree in social work with over 15 years experience working with children and adults in a variety of community and private settings!
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...
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
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
For the last 18 years, I have been successfully raising two really great kids- my twin sons. Over the years, we have done everything from little hikes near our house, Lego building, reading, craft projects to having them teach me how to properly throw and catch a football. I have also had the privilege of caring for an autistic...
Annie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 29 years old and have various experiences taking care of children. I grew up with three younger siblings and would always watch my mom and help her take care of them. I have graduated from Elms College in Chicopee, Ma with a degree in early childhood education. I have been an assistant teacher in a preschool and did student...
Brianna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Brianna was a teaching assistant for me while attending college. She was prompt, pleasant, loved the children and did everything asked of her. She returned as a sub when her college schedule permitted. At this time she may have been the lead teacher in a...
Phyllis P.
Nadia B.
Springfield, MA
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.8
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have experience taking care newborns and up. Being around kids is my passion. I like to play with kids any kind of games, I am so active and charismatic. I'm always making new plans and activities for the kids in English and Spanish so they can learn, (if you are interested) play and have fun. You can trust in my care because...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nadia is by far the best decision we made when it came to childcare. The thing I love most about her is that she ACTUALLY enjoys being around children, unlike some of the babysitters I've worked with before. She is incredible with both my 5-month old, and my 9-year...
Michele D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello families, I am offering child care, senior care, and pet care services. Looking to make some mini bestfriends along the way and create life long friendships with some of the older folks I have the pleasure of caring for. Being the oldest of my 9 siblings I have been around kiddos my whole life. I have experience working...
Sarena can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Sarena was amazing with our 13 month old daughter! She was there for us last minute when we needed help and was always on time, friendly, accommodating and most important, GREAT with our daughter! Sarena made my husband and I feel completely at ease with our...
Melissa G.
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Leighanne is friendly, professional and reliable."
Krystal H.
Takira W.
Springfield, MA
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello there!
I'm a passionate and energetic caregiver who's also a loving mother, so I understand the importance of providing a safe and nurturing environment for your little ones. With over 8 years of hands-on childcare experience, I've honed my skills and fostered a deep love for helping children learn and grow. I'm dedicated...
Takira can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Takira is a very sweet and caring young lady. She was very good with my son and I love how engaging she was with him. I really liked her style of teaching as well. (Montessori) I will most definitely hire her again if i need her in the future."
Destinee J.
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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, 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.
Suwayna R.
Springfield, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full Time Babysitter For The Summer And Winter Break
5.0
(3)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello, families! My name is Sue. I love babysitting children. I am an easy, funny, clean, respectful and outgoing person who loves enjoying the simple things in life. I pride myself on my integrity and honesty. I cherish spending time with children and have seven years of experience caring for children. I am currently enrolled...
Suwayna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Suwayna was easy to get a hold of and responded promptly. We hired her for one day. She was neat and engaged well with our 2 year old without overwhelming him. We intend to hire again. "
Alison A.
Amie C.
Somers, CT
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Amie! I have raised 4 boys and have a lot of experience caring for children. I am responsible, nurturing, and kind. I am very respectful of the ways in which the parents want and need their children to be cared for. I love being a caregiver. It has been the most rewarding job I have ever had!
5.0
"Amie has been taking care of my baby girl since she was just 6 weeks old. Over the past year and a half, Amie has become an integral part of our family, providing loving and attentive care to our daughter every day.
From the very beginning, it was clear that Amie...
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Melanie A.
East Longmeadow, MA
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
22 Years Old Bilingual Dominican BA In Psychology , Sociology & Spanish K-5 Elementary Teacher
5.0
(2)
Hi :) , I'm 25-year-old Head Pre-K teacher. In the past I worked for Autism Learning Partner as a behavioral therapist. I love teaching kids new skills and watching them fail and figure out how to correct their own mistakes. Overall I'd say my skills when it comes to working with kids is I'm just as energetic, I'm caring , im...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is very kind and patient. Handles obstacles with grace. My kid loves his play time with Mel. She knows how to keep it fun but can clearly set boundaries."
Mariana G.
5.0
(2)
I am a Kindergarten Teacher in CT. I have experience working with children for over 10 years through babysitting, 4 years and continuing of teaching, camp counseling, tutoring and running a before/after school program. I am CPR / First Aid certified. I am spontaneous and encouraged to enrich children in fun and exciting play.
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ubah A.
Springfield, MA
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello My Name Is Ubah I'm 21 And I'm From Springfield Ma
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as cheerful, energetic, and Responsible
I like working with kids because they are smart, My firsts year working in a school setting I could see how much they've grown with what they learned.
In my spare time, I like to workout. I try to be very active, love going on long walks, go to the gym and do...
Ubah can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Ubah is an excellent babysitter. She is friendly and hard working. She was comfortable watching my 3 young children (2 with special needs) from the start. She kept them playing and entertained, cooked them dinner, and got them ready for bed all while keeping the...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Hampden, MA
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.
Brianna B.
5.0
Brianna has babysat and cared for our two children for a few years now. She is truly a pleasure to have and my kids get super excited when she comes over to watch them. If I could hire her full time, I would in an instant!
- Shannan R.
Nadia B.
5.0
Nadia is amazing. She's great with children, and has a lot of experience. Her work ethic is impeccable and treats the children she works with like her own. She is a pleasure to be around and I wouldn't hesitate to hire her!
- Ashlee B.
Sarena L.
5.0
Sarena was amazing with our 13 month old daughter! She was there for us last minute when we needed help and was always on time, friendly, accommodating and most important, GREAT with our daughter! Sarena made my husband and I feel completely at ease with our daughter in her hands, we are very happy...
- Melissa G.
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😊
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Hampden, MA:
How can I find a Hampden babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Hampden, MA can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 6 babysitters in Hampden, MA on Care.com, with an average rating of 1.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Hampden, MA?
The average rate for Hampden, MA babysitters on Care.com is $17.83 per hour as of April 2025. 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 Hampden, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Hampden, MA through Care.com. As of 2025, 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.