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I have been a nannying for over 12 years. I have worked with children ranging from 0-12. I recently moved home from NYC and am looking for a part time nanny position in Western Massachusetts. I pride myself on my love for children and the ability to make them feel comfortable when with me. In addition to nannying I have taught...
Karly can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I am a licensed clinical social worker in the process of a career shift and I am looking for part time work while I continue my job search.
My childcare style is heavily influenced by my own experience in a Waldorf/ Montessori school growing up. I emphasize creative games, crafts, and outside play time. I am most experienced...
Sophia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My background with children goes as far back as 15 years. My mom ran her own daycare out of our home from the time I was little. I not only grew up with other children but I learned how to care for children by watching my mom and by the time she closed her daycare I was 17. I have seen and handled children from the ages of three...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Reliable, trusting, patient, and creative sitter. I'm currently enrolled in UMass's graduate program earning my Masters of Architecture and working part time in Amherst, MA. With gaps in my schedule I'd be more than happy to help out a family in need with flexible child care!
Gabrielle can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
My name is Mary, I graduated from Bay Path University with a Bachelors in Early Childhood Education and a minor in child psychology. I am Infant/Toddler/Lead Preschool Teacher/Director 1 certified through EEC and also CPR/first aid certified. I have extensive experience in every age group through both nannying and in licensed...
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I would like to work with newborns . I am experienced in working with newborn twins. I would love to grow with a new family. I have 30 years of experience with babies and young children. I am attentive , loving and knowledgeable . My certification in first aid is up to date as of February 2024 . I have worked both as a Live In...
Sheila can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sheila is our part-time nanny for our now 5 month old son and we could not be more thrilled with her. She is caring, engaging and reliable. She loves playing music and reading books. Sheila keeps me updated on daily activities and our son's eating and sleeping...
Nicole L.
Greetings,
I recently gave up my full time office position to stay home with my 5-month-old son. I am looking to help another family for 2 - 3 days during the week with childcare. Looking for a family that would be okay with me bringing my son along. Ideally looking to care for another child around the same age as my son. I...
Brigit can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi there! My name is Chloe, and I am a 25-year-old part time college student. I have grown up in Massachusetts my whole life, and was born right near the beach on Cape Cod! Currently, I am living in Western Massachusetts. I have grown up with a younger brother, and many younger cousins all of which I have cared for while growing...
Chloe can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi there! I would love to work with your family!
I am looking for part time child care work. I have experience working in a preschool setting, and I also have two children of my own! I would love to provide loving, safe, and fun care for your family.
My parenting style is very hands on. I believe in rocking babies to sleep,...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi families! I am a grad student at Westfield State living in Westfield, MA! I am a social work major and have been working with children in a social emotional behavioral realm for 4 years. In 2020 I was a full time in-home nanny for a toddler and have been doing other babysitting jobs since I was 14! I am fully vaccinated and...
Riley can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello families! My name is Allison. I have been part-time babysitting since I was about 13 years old. I am employed full time but love to fill up space playing with kids! I have experience with all ages, multiple children at a time.
Allison can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Allison is so great! She is so sweet with my 3 wild kids and did a great job keeping them all safe, entertained and happy. Highly recommend - my kids keep asking when they can see her again!"
Jaci C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have many years of experience. I can help with light housekeeping and errands. I am a retired Respiratory Therapist. Currently I am an Airbnb host at my country home in Huntington. This gives me a lot of free time and a flexible schedule. I have raised two successful children and have been a foster mom in the past. I love...
Sandra can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Sandy is endlessly caring, kind, responsible, and patient with my children. She has a great sense of humor and is always positive. I’m so grateful that she has been a part of my family’s support system. Anyone would be lucky to hire her!!"
Care member
5.0
(6)
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
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.
Layannie H.
Amherst, MA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a trained British nanny. I have just finished a posting in GA working for a surgeon who lost his wife.
I work with newborns through 18.
I am available now to work full time, live in, live out. can also work part time.
I can work in any state, am both a American and U. K. subject.
Full C. V. available by request.
I am...
Layannie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Layannie was a great caretaker for our 2-year old son for several months. She takes her responsibilities seriously but is also a lot fun. Our son was immediately comfortable and happy in her care."
Nate B.
Bailey W.
Northampton, MA
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a child/adult family systems based therapist and clinical social worker who has been working with children since 2016. I have worked with high needs and complex children, adolescents, and young children alike. This fall (September) I'll be working part-time as a therapist and I am looking to do part-time...
Bailey can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Bailey was amazing with our two kids. She was very kind and respectful of the kids and us. Our children felt immediately at ease with Bailey and absolutely adored her right away. Bailey was fully engaged with the kids the whole time she was at our home and very...
Matteo R.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
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
(7)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have 8 years of professional experience in childcare. My education is an associate's degree in general studies, including courses in child development and children's literature, which I have used extensively by reading many good books to every child I take care of! I have received play therapy training and used it in working...
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mary has been an outstanding caregiver to my son and daughter for the last two years. She is always punctual, easy to communicate with and most importantly is wonderful with my (babies turned) toddlers. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a caregiver for...
Care member
4.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a student at Smith College and a native of Portland, Maine. This fall, I am relocating to Washington, D. C., for an internship with my senator. I am seeking part-time employment with evening and weekend availability.
I strive to make children feel safe and respected and always ensure the house is tidy. I have three years...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emma is great. She has babysat our two children (1 & 4 years old) many times and has always been amazing with them (and they can be challenging, especially together). We always come home with the in order too! I would recommend Emma to anyone."
Care member
Sarah D.
North Granby, CT
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Compassionate And Fun-Loving Caregiver Who Loves Working With Children!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sarah. I am a Nanny/babysitter who truly loves working with children! I have had over 10 years of experience in childcare, successfully working with children of all ages, from infants to toddlers, to school age children as well. To name a few of my greatest qualities, I am reliable and fun-loving, intelligent...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I had a chance to interview Sarah on the phone for a nanny position (didn't get the opportunity to hire her ultimately), but it was a pleasure speaking with her. In all her written messages and on the phone, Sarah was professional and had a kind, calm demeanor. She...
Alicia F.
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Most recent reviews for part time child care in West Springfield, MA
Sheila R.
5.0
I have known Sheila for around 7 years now. She is a very soft-spoken, gentle, caring, and kind individual. Sheila has been working with children long before since I've known her. The last family she was with for years, and I know they absolutely adored her and felt very safe leaving her to be...
- Sienna P.
Allison S.
5.0
Allison is so great! She is so sweet with my 3 wild kids and did a great job keeping them all safe, entertained and happy. Highly recommend - my kids keep asking when they can see her again!
- Jaci C.
Sandra D.
5.0
Sandra has been watching my 3 littles- ages 4, 4, and 3 this summer, and she has been excellent. Very kind and caring, hands on, always on time, lots of energy (you sure need it with these guys), has been able to adapt to our home life- and is now practically one of us!!! I would recommend her to...
- Katherine J.
Jackie F.
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, and creative!
- Kate M.
Layannie H.
5.0
Layannie helped our family with childcare and she was wonderful! She was always kind, patient, knowledgeable and reliable. My kids loved her! Layannie afforded me the peace of mind I needed to get my work done and have a well needed break. It truly does take a village and I am so grateful to have...
- Marilyn I.
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FAQs for finding part time child care near you in West Springfield, MA
How much does it cost to hire part time child care near me in West Springfield, 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 $18.50.
How can I safely find part time child care near me in West Springfield, MA?
To safely hire part time child care near you in West Springfield, 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 West Springfield, 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 West Springfield, 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 West Springfield, MA?
When you do interview a part time child care provider near you in West Springfield, 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 West Springfield, 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 2 part time child care providers near you in West Springfield, MA who may be able to provide you with the right amount of care.