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60 babysitters are listed in South Hadley, MA
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in South Hadley, MA
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: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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.
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, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"Emma has been watching my daughter since she was an infant and is one of the only sitters that pays attention to all the rules and quirks of my daughter. Additionally she has also been responsive in times of emergency which has helped our family tremendously."
Oceana S.
5.0
(6)
I am a mom of twins who are 20 who are in college.
I am specifically interested/experienced in helping out with infants/ newborns and supporting families during this momentous transition, however I am NOT a certified postpartum doula, yet!
My background is in the arts and I love to create art and make music with children as...
Dina can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Dina is amazing! She helped us 12 hrs per week from the time our son was 5 weeks old until he started daycare at 6 months old. We feel extremely fortunate to have found Dina -- she adored our son, took wonderful care of him, and even helped us with some things...
Cole A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 7+ years experience as a full-time Nanny to children ranging from 3 months-16 years old. I believe children thrive in an environment where they feel loved and believed in. I foster outdoor and imaginative play, crafts, and am not afraid to get on the floor with the kids. Building character and social and emotional skills...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Emily has been our children's nanny for the past 2 years. She is an outstanding nanny and a lovely person, and the family that will have her as their nanny will be tremendously fortunate.
She's punctual, a safe driver, excellent at juggling a complex schedule...
Eman A.
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:
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Danni. I recently separated from the Air Force. I have lots of experience with kids ranging from new born to teenager. I am very active and I like to get involved with the kids' activities such as sports, homework, hobbies and etc. I can prepare snacks/ meals and make sure homework is taken care off. I have a vehicle,...
Krista can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"My boys have loved having her around and we are so sad that our schedules won't be matching up for this semester! We would absolutely hire again!"
Keira H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Looking for someone to care for your children who is reliable, nurturing, and passionate about what she does? I am a full-time early intervention occupational therapist who has been working with children most of my life as a babysitter, a full-time nanny, and now as an OT. As a healthcare professional I have advanced training in...
Candice can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"Candice was a fantastic find. We called her last minute for a much needed date night and she showed up within hours, was very respectful and courteous, and was a joy to talk to."
Melissa T.
Helen B.
Northampton, MA
$29-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.2
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I just moved from Massachusetts to Chicago and am looking for a wonderful family to work for. I absolutely adore kids and love seeing their perspective of life and just learning more about the world through their eyes. Whenever I babysit, I like to incorporate nature and creative play into our time together, whether that...
Helen can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Helen is wonderful and great with my daughter, who adores her. We're so happy we found her on this site."
Maren V.
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, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
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 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Rav! I have been working in childcare for 10 years and I have been exclusively on care. com since 2020 as a full-time nanny. Last fall, nannying became less of a full-time job, as I started a new job as a high school math teacher for children with moderate disabilities. Since summer is coming, I have full-time...
Ravneet can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Ravneet is wonderful with toddlers! I will definitely reach out again."
Rebecca W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have raised three children of my own plus watched children throughout the years from infant to school age. I also have several years experience as a kindergarten side in the public school system as well as substitute teaching in the public schools and a private preschool.
Paige can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
5.0
"Paige pet sat for me in April and was so great to our pup and kept me updated on how she was doing while we were away. Thanks so much Paige!"
Jacqueline L.
Jenelismar R.
Holyoke, MA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Jenny! I currently work in a school and love working with children. I have a college degree in criminal justice. I have worked with children for many years and don't plan on stopping that yet.
I'd describe my personality as fun, trustworthy, creative
I like working with kids because I have been the oldest...
Jenelismar can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jenny is great! We love having her. She is punctual, thorough, great will the kids and loves to engage them both with their different interests. She is a great asset and we love hinging her spend time with our family."
Abigail D.
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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Brittany has all the essential qualities of someone who provides amazing care for our children and pets. She goes above and beyond all expectations. Our children love her! So do our pets!!! We will continue to use her as a sitter! We would recommend her 110%...
Dee T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have a degree in Early Childhood Education, and I owned a very successful daycare in my home for 17 years. I currently work in the Public Schools as a Special Ed. Para during the school year.. I have the Summers off, and I've been certified in First Aid and CPR many times. I'm a Mother of two grown kids. I love animals,...
Michelle can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Michelle was wonderful with our son! She always had fun activities planned for him. We always felt confident with her and that she took great care of him. Would highly recommend. "
Care member
4.8
(16)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am 28 and have been a professional nanny for over 7 years. LGBTQ+ friendly here!!!! I have a degree in theatre and a minor in early childhood education/development. In the past 3 years I have also taught English as well as provide childcare in Mexico, Guatemala, Peru, and most recently an orphanage in Tanzania. In addition to...
Nicholas can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nick was fantastic with our three children (7, 4, and 2 at the time). They loved being with him and we always knew he would keep them engaged and happy."
Carly S.
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
Hello! I have been babysitting children ages 6 months-10 years old, for 5 years and worked with kids of all ages as an assistant dance teacher for 6 years! I am excited and willing to help out with household chores as well as play with the kids! I am an attentive, determined, and positive person. I am currently a freshman at...
Kira can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Isabella W.
Amherst, MA
$18-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm a passionate childcare provider with over 5 years of experience caring for children of all ages. Through my previous babysitting roles, I discovered a deep passion for nurturing and positively impacting young minds. This is part of what has inspired me to go into medicine and go to school for nursing.
I believe in open and...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
Jimena P.
Amherst, MA
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am 21 years old and studying at UMass. I love kids and animals and have been babysitting and pet sitting for 3 years now. I am available to work with any age and up to 3 kids at a time. I love getting to know all the different personalities and hobbies kids bring to the table and catering to what they enjoy! I drive, so I am...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked on and off as a babysitter for several years and have about one year's experience tutoring middle school-aged children. Apart from paid experience, I have grown up taking care of children of all ages. I absolutely love spending time with kids and try my best to turn any situation I can into a learning opportunity....
Mary Madison can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in South Hadley, MA
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.
Emma L.
5.0
Emma has been watching my daughter since she was an infant and is one of the only sitters that pays attention to all the rules and quirks of my daughter. Additionally she has also been responsive in times of emergency which has helped our family tremendously.
- Oceana S.
Dina R.
5.0
Dina is amazing! She helped us 12 hrs per week from the time our son was 5 weeks old until he started daycare at 6 months old. We feel extremely fortunate to have found Dina -- she adored our son, took wonderful care of him, and even helped us with some things around the house. We truly feel like we...
- Cole A.
Emily Y.
5.0
Emily has been our children's nanny for the past 2 years. She is an outstanding nanny and a lovely person, and the family that will have her as their nanny will be tremendously fortunate.
She's punctual, a safe driver, excellent at juggling a complex schedule of over 10 after school activities...
- Eman A.
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.
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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 $16.71 per hour as of March 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.