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19 in home child care are listed in Amherst, MA
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby in home child care is 5 years
In home child care in Amherst, MA
5.0
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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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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."
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Katie C.
Amherst, MA
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Caring And Positive With Years Of Experience Working In Summer Camps, Babysitting, And Schools.
I started working with kids when I was a senior in high school. I am a nanny for two girls (first and second grade) back home.
In my spare time, I like to go on walks, spend time with friends, and continue to learn how to cook.
One thing you should know about me is I enjoy working with kids to gain experience to one day...
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'm a warm-hearted and dependable childcare provider with three years of experience caring for children of all ages. My journey began with babysitting for friends and family, where I discovered my passion for nurturing and positively impacting young lives. I decided to pursue a career in childcare to support families and offer...
Hi everyone! My name is Sophia and I am a junior at UMass Amherst. I am available on any weekday or weekends for full or part time work. Over the summer I worked at a summer camp through the YMCA for kids ages 5-15, and I also have experience babysitting for children ages 2-5. I am home from college from December 15- January...
Sophia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Hi, my name is Nicole and I am a sophomore at UMass Amherst, studying psychology. I started babysitting when I was 15 for a family of 4 children, ages 3 months - 12 years. I babysat for them weekly and on weekend nights throughout high school. I also worked with toddlers at my dance studio, supervising class and teaching them...
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
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, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Scholastika M.
Amherst, MA
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Schola, a teacher and a graduate student at UMass Amherst, and I love bringing the warmth and knowledge from school into children's homes. With years of experience guiding children in the classroom and at home, I've developed a knack for creating fun, educational activities that foster growth in every aspect. I...
Scholastika can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 7 years of experience babysitting children of all ages and can provide references. I am a fun, creative, and safe babysitter, and I would like to help in any way I can! I will be home for winter break from December 16th until the end of January.
Finlay can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
My name is Emilie I am a 21-year-old with years of babysitting experience in not only my family but also my neighborhood and families in town. I babysat my neighbors daughter for 8 years starting from the time she was 4 through the age of 12. After applying for an unpaid internship I was chosen through my high school guidance...
Emilie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have been babysitting since the age of 14, and have babysat children between the ages of 2 and 14. I have experience babysitting children with autism, ADHD, blindness, deafness, and other developmental delays. I spent the past 2 years working as a speech assistant, where I worked with children from grades 2-6 on their speech...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Marina D.
Amherst, MA
$25-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a third-year undergraduate student at UMass Amherst studying biology on a pre-med track. Growing up I've always cared for my younger sister (now 16) & the children of family & friends which vary in age. I've always been around children & I love being around them and caring for them. I enjoy quality time with them, away...
Marina can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Emily W.
Amherst, MA
$20-22/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi families!
I am a sophomore at UMass Amherst! I am an Elementary Education major and a Sociology and Psychology minor. I have been working at a daycare back at home for about 3 years now. I am EEC infant/toddler and preschool certified as well as CPR/First Aid certified! I have worked with all ages from 0-14 years old!
I...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I am looking for job opportunities to care for children from January 2nd - January 26th of 2024 before I head back to school. I live in Portland CT and am willing to drive up to 30 minutes away for work. I'm currently a junior in college studying psychology and education at Umass Amherst. Im on track to become a child...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Hi! My name is Caitlyn and I am a UMass Amherst student looking to babysit up to three kids in the Amherst/Hadley area. I have experience working with children at a summer camp (summer 2021), volunteering at an elementary school (winter 2023) and daycare (summer 2024). I am also CPR certified. I have a car and I am more than...
Caitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Katherine M.
Amherst, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Early Childhood Education Teacher Seeking Full-Time Summer 2022 Position
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kate! I am a licensed early childhood educator, currently working as a Kindergarten TA, who is looking for a full-time nanny position for this coming Summer. I have a bachelors degree in Public Health and Psychology and I am currently finishing my Masters in Early Childhood Education. I have experience babysitting...
Katherine can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Jerrika L.
Amherst, MA
$18-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Name: Jerrika
Bio: I'm a college graduate, I work during the week as a recreational professional for adults with developmental disabilities. I'm looking for occasional weekend jobs that can be flexible with me bringing my daughter, an almost 2yo who loves to play with other kids, with me too
-CPR and First Aid certified
-...
Jerrika can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a senior in college who is looking for a way to make some extra money babysitting and to become a little more part of the Amherst community and not just the college scene. I currently work at the CEEC Umass working in the preschool classroom with children ages 3-5. I have been there for the past three years and really love...
Clare can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Hello, I am am experienced Nanny, mother of 1 grandmother of two school aged children. Former pre K/infant toddler teacher. I've had years of course training, first aide/ CPR. My experience includes, Head counselor for Camp Seco, night nanny for infant triplets, Arts and crafts instructor for South End Community Center. Live in...
Darlene can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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FAQs for finding in-home child care in Amherst, MA
How do I find in-home child care near me in Amherst, MA?
Care.com makes it easy to find in-home child care providers in Amherst, MA. There are 19 in-home child care providers near you with profiles you can compare to learn more about their experience and what types of responsibilities they are happy to take on. You can even read reviews from families.
How much does in-home child care near me cost in Amherst, MA?
What the average in-home child care cost looks like varies based on factors like how many children you have, your location, and how experienced the caregiver is. If you want overnight child care, that can also impact how much you’ll spend. However, as of February, 2025, the average in-home child care rate per hour on Care.com is $17.11 for in-home child care providers near you in Amherst, MA.
What type of in-home child care services can I find near me in Amherst, MA?
You can compare 19 in-home child care provider profiles on Care.com to get an idea of what kind of caregiving services each provider is willing to take on. For example, some may feel comfortable tackling after school transportation, whereas others may be willing to help with homework or cooking dinner.