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60 part time child care are listed in Amherst, MA
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby part time child care is 6 years
Part time child care in Amherst, MA
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: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
More Than Just Cleaning - Your Personal Household Assistant!
Feeling overwhelmed with daily chores and household clutter. I offer a full range of services beyond cleaning, tailored to your specific needs.
Services Include:
* Top-to-bottom house cleaning
* Home organizing and decluttering
* Meal preparation and grocery shopping
*...
Holly can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
I have over 10 years of childcare experience including as a classroom paraprofessional, nanny, babysitter, and overnight camp counselor. I am a student of attachment theory and the polyvagal theory and I use loving-kindness, relationship building, routines, and firm limit setting to build a stable, warm, predictable environment...
Alexandra can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am new to using this website, however, I've had many years of experience with kids ages 1-8. I enjoy reading, do arts and crafts with kids, going outside and adventuring, and cooking. I have a degree in Environmental studies, with minors in food systems and art from the University of Vermont. I am an herbalist, lover of food,...
Nadia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
I have worked with children ages ranging from 4 days old to 15 years old. I have been babysitting for 10 plus years. I have a degree in Elementary Education and Special Education and a concentration in Behavioral Studies. I worked at a daycare and have experience in all ages from infant to preschool. Multiple children at a time...
Catherine can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Rebecca P.
Northampton, MA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Park Ranger And EMT Turned Grad Student In School Counselor Education
*Current availability: limited part time*
Thank you for taking the time to read my bio! Offering trust to those supporting your child/children is a big deal - one I don't take lightly.
I'm invested in offering person-centered, safety-first, rapport-building care to learners of all ages.
I've been working in...
Rebecca can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Chloe J.
Belchertown, MA
$19/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! I am looking for a side job as I am a full time college student and work part time at a bakery. I love kids, they always make my day and I have always grown up supervising younger children. I would love to help with Light Housekeeping, Cooking/Meal Preparation, and whatever else :)
Chloe can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
I am a senior at Hopkins Academy in Hadley, Massachusetts. I have completed two babysitting courses and CPR training for all ages. I've been babysitting for 7 years and have experience with newborns and with children up to age 12. I have been a group leader at Hadley Kids Inc., an after-school tutoring and care center for grades...
Cienna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Edely. I have a daughter that's about to be 2 years old. With my personality and energy that I have I put it out to have fun with the kiddos ! I adore kids, love interacting with them and love learning along with them with doing homework, building projects / playing toys. I love to help other family's out as much as I...
Edely can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Edely has helped me so much on taking care of my kids and pets! I can't thank her enough she is always punctual she is so flexible with the times I ask her to be here . "
Em F.
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Hannah! I am 20 years old and I just moved to Massachusetts in January after having lived in Alaska for my whole life. I got my associate's degree from the University of Alaska last summer and have a lot of experience with children. In middle and high school, I was a teacher's assistant and library aide, often working...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hannah is such an amazing individual! She is extremely consistent and reliable. She is mature beyond her years and dependable. I appreciated her kind, gentle, and friendly nature. I would recommend her and sing her praises to anyone!"
Caitlin S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am Leundra and I am 24 years old and I graduated from Nichols College in 2021 obtaining my MBA. Throughout being at Nichols, I maintained a babysitting job with a couple who had twins. I have 5 years of babysitting experience with children of all ages. I am extremely caring, hardworking, and motivated individual who loves...
Leundra can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"We hired Leundra on short notice for an 8-hour day. She ran errands, drove our car with our two kids, played games, read books, cleaned up, changed diapers, cooked meals, and just about everything we could need. We were very happy with her and the kids didn't watch...
Sarah P.
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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Our family loves Rav. She nannied with us until a life change required a move that made traveling to us daily a bit difficult. We still use her if we need to travel without the kids. Not only is she wonderful with our boys, but she helps with schoolwork, drives...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have an Associate of Science Degree in Human Services and focused on Early Childhood Education. I gained experience working with children through internships at Berkshire Center for Families and Children in the Children's Center and in an integrated preschool classroom at Crosby Elementary. I then went on to work at the Boy's...
Cara can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Cara worked with us this summer (2018) and I feel so Blessed to have met her! She is truly a beautiful and sincere soul. I enjoyed her company and my children absolutely love her. She managed my three toddlers and that is not an easy task. She is trustworthy and...
Bilal C.
Aanika N.
Chicopee, MA
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I'm looking for a part time position working with children OR doing a mothers helper (laundry, cleaning, errands, etc..) with a family who'd be comfortable with me bringing my son (20m) occasionally depending on the days/hours.
I have a clean driving record, EEC certified, CPR & First Aid certification for infant, children &...
Aanika can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Aanika is a very reliable employee, always very flexible with her hours, and goes above and beyond! An excellent hire!"
Sheila P.
Susan R.
Holyoke, MA
$25/hr • 20 yrs exp
Educated, Intelligent, Mature Caregiver Available For Part-Time Position
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was a teenager, throughout high school, college, and working full time as an adult. I have less energy these days, but I have much more patience and am extremely conscious in the way I care for and interact with children. I believe kids both need and crave structure. I am extremely patient and...
Susan can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Susan has been with our family for more than 3 years, caring for my two sons now aged 6 and 10 through many trying times. She's taught them how to swim, how to bowl, has helped them learn to read and write their letters and is a consistently warm and safe presence...
Victoria G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have a wide array of 7+ years of experience in dealing with young children ranging in ages from four months to 11 years. I love working with children and I understand the responsibility that comes with watching children. This is a job I take very seriously and I would be more than happy to help out with any additional chores...
Shaina can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Shaina babysat my sons when they were 2-3 years old, and also my baby starting from when he was 3 months old. She is very dependable, flexible, cheerful, and kind. She was always going out of her way to think of fun projects and cooking to do with my older son, and...
Leah C.
5.0
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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I currently looking for a part-time nanny position for the 2023 school year, and/ or summer 2024. I am also available for date nights. Please note that in some instances I may need to bring my infant (9 mo) son with me as well!
I went to Westfield State and graduated with a license and degree in education in 2015. Since...
Jackie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"I'm so glad we hired Jackie! She's awesome with kids and goes above and beyond what you would expect from a babysitter. She has great relationships with both of my kids & always makes the days they spend together so much fun! She's respectful, responsible, caring,...
Kate M.
Amber B.
Orange, MA
$20/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a recent graduate from Springfield College with a degree in Health Sciences. I have 13 years of experience caring for many children ages newborn to 10. More recently I have been working part time at a daycare for the past year with children ages 2-5 in addition to babysitting several children newborn to 1 y/o. I have...
Amber can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Amber watched my 6 month old and my 18 month old for a couple months, and they loved her. They were always so excited to go and see her the next day. I felt so much more comfortable leaving them in her care then a daycare facility. I will definitely use her again...
Jordan C.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
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
(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: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
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...
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Most recent reviews for part time child care in Amherst, MA
Edely F.
5.0
Edely is spectacular with my children they love her so much as do I, she’s amazing!
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Hannah M.
5.0
Hannah is such an amazing individual! She is extremely consistent and reliable. She is mature beyond her years and dependable. I appreciated her kind, gentle, and friendly nature. I would recommend her and sing her praises to anyone!
- Caitlin S.
Leundra M.
5.0
We hired Leundra on short notice for an 8-hour day. She ran errands, drove our car with our two kids, played games, read books, cleaned up, changed diapers, cooked meals, and just about everything we could need. We were very happy with her and the kids didn't watch any TV all day because they were...
- Sarah P.
Ravneet G.
5.0
The best! Took such loving care of my post-surgical dog, sent regular updates, was timely and reliable, and helped us feel calm leaving the dog in a needier-than-normal state. I will absolutely be asking her to dog-sit again!
- Ana D.
Cara G.
5.0
Cara is a warm, friendly, gentle, and caring person and child caregiver. She is kind, watchful, and keeps my child safe and does everything I ask. She will take him for walks and play outside, which makes him very happy. She keeps him entertained and happy, doing what he enjoys inside as well. She...
- Lynne P.
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FAQs for finding part time child care near you in Amherst, MA
How much does it cost to hire part time child care near me in Amherst, MA?
Every caregiver on Care.com chooses their own hourly rate and because of this, part time child care rates can vary based on factors like how experienced the caregiver is, where you live, and how many children require care. That being said, the average hourly rate for part time child care providers near you in MA is $17.50.
How can I safely find part time child care near me in Amherst, MA?
To safely hire part time child care near you in Amherst, MA, there are a few steps we strongly recommend you take to learn more about the candidates you are considering hiring. To start, you can run a private background check. You can also interview candidates and can request references from former employers. While we do request that all Care.com part time child care providers complete an annual background check called a CareCheck (all part time child care providers who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run), we do recommend doing your own due diligence.
What types of part time child care services are available near me in Amherst, MA?
The neat part about Care.com, is you can review many different caregiver profiles until you find a part time child care provider near you in Amherst, MA who can meet your family’s needs. Each caregiver lists the responsibilities they feel comfortable helping with on their Care.com profile and you can conduct interviews to learn more about the exact responsibilities they can help you out with.
What interview questions should I ask when looking for part time child care near me in Amherst, MA?
When you do interview a part time child care provider near you in Amherst, MA, you can ask them about their work experience, can inquire as to what caregiving responsibilities they can help with, and can ask them how they would handle certain situations. For example, if your child struggles with homework time, you can ask them how they would handle situations like your child refusing to do their homework.
How many hours a week can I hire part time child care near me in Amherst, MA?
You can interview a few different child care providers until you find one who can provide you with the part time child care you need for however many hours you require. You can set the hours and can find someone whose schedules line up with yours. There are 18 part time child care providers near you in Amherst, MA who may be able to provide you with the right amount of care.