Find in home child care in Amherst, MA that you’ll love

17 in home child care are listed in Amherst, MA

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby in home child care is 5 years

In home child care in Amherst, MA

Rachel L.


Amherst, MA

$15/hr7 yrs exp

Creative Sitter

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, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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

Katie C.


Amherst, MA

$15/hr4 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, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Sophia C.


Amherst, MA

$17-18/hr2 yrs exp

Nighttime Student Sitter!

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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more

Marcia V.


Amherst, MA

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

RN Looking To Help With Your Kiddos

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: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Nicole K.


Amherst, MA

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available For Summer Months

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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Madelyn P.


Amherst, MA

$25-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Maddie and I would love to help you out! I am currently home on winter break from college and I am around until the end of January! I am in my second year at UMass Amherst and I am a marketing major! I have lots of experiences with children of all ages, as I worked at my local YMCA for three years. While being...
Madelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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: Meal prep, light cleaning

Finlay D.


Amherst, MA

$14-19/hr7 yrs exp

Babysitter

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: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more

Kaitlyn D.


Amherst, MA

$18-25/hr8 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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Emilie P.


Amherst, MA

$15/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

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: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance

Alyssa B.


Amherst, MA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Marina D.


Amherst, MA

$25-30/hr2 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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Jerrika L.


Amherst, MA

$18-25/hr6 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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Emily G.


Amherst, MA

$15-18/hr4 yrs exp

Hello! My Name Is Emily

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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

Katherine M.


Amherst, MA

$15-20/hr10 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, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

Caitlyn P.


Amherst, MA

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Looking To Babysit Several Days A Week!

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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Clare C.


Amherst, MA

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Part-Time Care Giver Available

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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

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