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60 babysitters are listed in South Hadley, MA
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in South Hadley, MA
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
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I started caregiving when I was 12 (currently I am 18, nearly 19), and I am very comfortable with kids, teens, infants, and pets! I am studying psychology and education at Mount Holyoke College, and I have experience working with children with special needs. I have a keen interest in assisting in neurodivergent needs and...
5.0
"Liv was great, available short notice and was easy going and focused on my daughter. "
William C.
Ann-marie M.
South Hadley, MA
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny/babysitter Available Weekly Or As Needed
Mature, experienced nanny/babysitter, college-educated, non-smoker, fully vaccinated & boosted, with reliable transportation. I like pets. I enjoy interacting with children, playing indoors & outside, helping with homework, crafts, basic care & light meal prep. Hope to hear from you if you think I could be a good fit for your...
Ann-marie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello I'm Jordyn M. I'm 19 years old. I am currently studying Early Childhood Education at Westfield State University. I have been babysitting for 3 years, have experience with 0mos to around 10 year, and have experience with 4 children at once. I am very creative and love to stay busy. I also have a car of my own. I am a...
Jordyn can also help with: Swimming supervision
Emma B.
South Hadley, MA
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Sitter, Adventurer, Professional Friendship Bracelet Maker
Hi, I'm Emma! I'm home in from college in Northborough for the summer. I currently work as a lifeguard, but am available most evenings for babysitting. I have 3 years of experience as a camp counselor-- first at a day camp with kids aged 6-11, and most recently at an overnight camp, primarily with middle schoolers but also...
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I'm a first year at Mount Holyoke College and have lived in the Pioneer Valley for 7 years. I have been babysitting for kids as young as 5 and petsitting around my neighborhood since I started high school. In my free time, I love to cook/bake, read, craft, watch old movies, be outside, and hang out with my dog. I am happy to...
Brooke C.
South Hadley, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am able to begin working with your family full time in September 2025 (this can be flexible for the right fit). I'm beginning my search now because as we know.. time flies!! I have 10 years of childcare experience, 3 being in a professional education setting. I am teacher certified by the state of MA. I have experience with...
Brooke can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
I am currently a stay at home mom to a little boy under 1. I also have a son in 4th grade. I have an Associates in Science in the curriculum of Early Childhood Education and I will have my bachelors by December 2022. I have been a substitute, nanny, and I have worked in an infant/toddler and preschool classroom for many years. I...
Shyanne can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
I'm a speech-language pathologist with 6 years experience working with high school students as well as privately 1:1 with pre-school and elementary age students for 3 years. I am currently scheduling for the school-year: speech, tutoring, and speech + child care sessions.
My private speech rates are not accurately reflected on...
Elizabeth V.
South Hadley, MA
$13-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
Fun, Enthusiastic, And Experienced Sitter With A Flexible Schedule
I gained experience working with a family with two young children when I was in 8th grade. I loved watching them grow from young babies to young children and help them learn while I babysat them through high school! I got my CPR/AED and First-Aid training through my life-guarding and group fitness certifications. I also spent...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Lena G.
South Hadley, MA
$15-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a recent graduate from the University of Massachusetts Amherst with a B. S. in Psychology on the Neuroscience Track, and implement this knowledge in my care. Working with children is something I am incredibly passionate and excited about! I love witnessing a child's growth and development, and consider it a privilege to be...
Lena can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Nessa A.
South Hadley, MA
$10-20/hr
Hello! My name is Nessa, and I am currently a student at UMass Amherst. I'm studying early childhood education and psychology, and I have spent the last few summers working as a camp counselor for children between the ages of 3 and 12. I am dependable and hardworking, and I can not wait to meet you and your family!
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Cooking/Meal Preparation and Laundry. I love to keep the kids active and do activities with them.
Gabriella can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Alyssa M.
South Hadley, MA
$10-15/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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Emma R.
South Hadley, MA
$16-21/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm a current graduate student at UMass Amherst, studying environmental science and marine ecology. I have several years of experience, and am attentive and detail oriented. I am a big fan of cooking, baking, and crafts :)
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Juraye P.
South Hadley, MA
$26/hr • 3 yrs exp
Retired Educator Looking To Care For Children In A Kind, Loving, Manner.
I'd describe my personality as kind, loving and fun.
I like working with kids because I am passionate about watching children develop and grow and giving them a healthy start.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to care for a child or children the way I would want someone to care for my own children... in a loving manner...
Meg C.
South Hadley, MA
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello!
My name is Meg. I am currently as a director of residential services working with adults with disabilities. I previously worked as a ABA therapist working with children with autism. I have always worked with children and young adults in my career. I love working with kids! I am excited to start here on care. com and work...
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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Rachel is very reliable and works very well!"
Shreya S.
5.0
(1)
I am a kindergarten teacher in Westfield with more than 15 years of experience working with children, whether it be babysitting, working in a daycare with infants-preschool, or teaching in the public schools.
Kristen can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Kristen is, honestly, incredible. She ran a childcare pod for our group of 3-5 (depending on the day) rising kindergartners whose preschool had closed and provided effortless-seeming structure, learning, and fun. Besides loving the time with Kristen, all of the...
Jessica W.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Trustworthy-loving and patient nanny with 5+ years of experience caring for newborns, infants, toddlers and preschooler. Skilled in meal prep, swimming and driving. Expertise in arts&craft, outdoor play, storytelling, music and movement.
Patcharaporn can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was great caring for a toddler son. She is very responsible and kind. her responsibilities included cooking for him, doing his laundry, taking him to the park. I always felt safe with him in her care. I can’t go without mentioning that she was hugely...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in South Hadley, MA
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.
Liv C.
5.0
Liv was great, available short notice and was easy going and focused on my daughter.
- William C.
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
Kristen C.
5.0
Kristen is, honestly, incredible. She ran a childcare pod for our group of 3-5 (depending on the day) rising kindergartners whose preschool had closed and provided effortless-seeming structure, learning, and fun. Besides loving the time with Kristen, all of the kiddos involved seemed significantly...
- Jessica W.
Patcharaporn P.
5.0
Bia has been wonderful in caring for our infant son (5 months) for the last few weeks. She's great with him, keeping him entertained, fed & changed several days a week. He already smiles when he sees her! She's patient, energetic, and kind, even though fussy, teething infants are a lot of work....
- Rebecca W.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in South Hadley, MA:
How can I find a South Hadley babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in South Hadley, 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 17 babysitters in South Hadley, MA on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 South Hadley, MA?
The average rate for South Hadley, MA babysitters on Care.com is $16.65 per hour as of January 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 South Hadley, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in South Hadley, 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.