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Taylor W.

Part-time Caregiver

Amherst, MA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Parent to a 7-year-old neurodivergent kiddo. Part-time caregiver, full-time Mama. Certified postpartum doula Certified RedCross Basic Life Support & Adult/infant CPR and First Aid Narcan administration trained Certified CPI for de-escalation
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Part-time Babysitter

Amherst, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I come from a very large family, so I have been taking care of kids from a very young age. I can change diapers, feed babies, walk kids, take them to the park or play with them. I am going to school to become a primary school teacher, so I love working with children from all ages. I can also tutor/ help with homework if needed....

Benjamin B. says "Lucia cared for my daughter while I was away on the west coast. Lucia was responsible for care between the end of the school day and the evening when...

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Nanny

Amherst, MA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
My name is Dahlia D, I am a peoples person, very outgoing love children and I have over 8 years of experience babysitting. I also have my own transportation with a clean driving record, experience cleaning and meal prepping. If the position is still available I would love to schedule a call with you to hear more about your...
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Georgia H.'s Photo

Amherst, MA

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have been working with kids for about six years now. I have worked with all ages, children with special needs, and learning disabilities. I'm also currently employed at Northampton Athletic Club as a childcare provider which has given me experience working with larger groups of children at a time.
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Caring, Responsible, College Student.

Amherst, MA

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$18/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! I am currently a student at Amherst College with two years of babysitting experience (ages 2-13 years old). Growing up, I had a very special relationship with my own babysitter---I try to carry her loving, thoughtful influence into my work as a nanny. I love board games, crafts and music. I am so excited to meet your...
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Part-time Caregiver Available

Amherst, MA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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...
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Lindsey

Amherst, MA

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I'm a graduate from Isenberg School of Management at UMass Amherst with a bachelors in Marketing. I live in Armonk, NY and I have my own car. I have been working with children since I was 13 from my counselor jobs, babysitting, coaching, tutoring, and lifeguarding. I've been responsible for kids of all ages. With my years of...

Care Member says "Lindsey is phenomenal with my kids! She’s patient, caring, fun and they love having her!"

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Experienced Sitter Who Loves Kids!

Amherst, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I have loved kids since I was one myself! One of my favorite jobs has been nannying which I did for one family for 5 years. I have experience with all ages and am willing to cook/ clean and help with homework.
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Experienced Nanny/babysitter

Amherst, MA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Emma and I have been caring for children since I was probably 14. I have held steady jobs caring for multiple different families. At one time I was watching three children ages 4-8 years old (2 boys, 1 girl). I held this job for about 5 years. Over this past year I have cared for a different family with a...
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Child care

Amherst, MA

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$22/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
Becoming a caregiver stemmed from positive babysitting experiences, a genuine desire to impact children's lives, and supporting families with reliable care. My year of experience caring for one child has equipped me with patience, creativity, and a friendly approach. I enjoy playing outdoor sports, board games, and educational...
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Amherst, MA

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$26/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
My name is Erica, I'm 53 years old and love to be around kids. I'm a physical education teacher in my country (Brazil). I have more than 15 years of experience working with kids. I'm married and have two daughters (24 and 20 years old). I have worked as a nanny for the last 12 months, but my current job will finish in June. I...
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Jennifer D.'s Photo

Amherst, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have been babysitting since I was about 12 years old, I have experience with children of all ages. One of my favorite (and hardest) jobs I have had was caring for 3-year-old triplet boys.

Barbara P. says "Jennifer had been our babysitter for approximately four years. We have three children who have outgrown the need for a sitter now. When Jennifer cared...

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Jacqueline M.'s Photo

Amherst, MA

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$22/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a rising senior at UMass Amherst who is living in Boston for the summer. I have years of experience working with kids of all ages as both a babysitter and camp counselor. I try to disengage kids from screens when I am with them to that we can truly be in the moment and bond with one another. I am First Aid/CPR/AED certified...
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Fun And Passionate Sitter

Amherst, MA

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Jenna and I am a senior psychology major at UMass Amherst. I was lucky enough to find my passion for working with kids at 13 years old, and have jumped at every opportunity to both teach and learn from kiddos ever since. I have been a camp counselor with 3-10-year-olds for five years, a swim instructor to...
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Amherst, MA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
I am looking for small and flexible babysitting opportunities to do in addition to my job! I have two years of experience and love kids. I am CPR certified and am reliable, relaxed, and can provide transportation with my car here! I can provide any references needed and also love pets !!
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Kate D.'s Photo

Amherst, MA

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Bringing joy and nurturing care to children is my passion. My five years of babysitting and substitute teaching experience solidified my desire to positively impact young lives and support families. I am patient, calm, friendly, and approachable. I prioritize open communication with you, following your preferred method to keep...
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Ava Perroti

Amherst, MA

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Interested in providing after school care as well as nights! Have worked at the after school program with children of all ages and have past experience babysitting as well.
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Anais B.'s Photo

Northampton, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
I am a caring, fun and energetic childcare provider with 10 years of experience! I have worked with children of all ages and backgrounds in various capacities. I have been a babysitter, a camp counselor, a tutor, an after school teacher and even a children's roller skating instructor! I am CPR and first aid certified.
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Gesmarie P.'s Photo

Northampton, MA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! My name is Gesmarie, but I go by Emi. About me: I live in Northampton. I have a bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education. I worked as a teacher over 10 years in Puerto Rico where I was born and raised. I also worked as a Montessori guide for 5 years. I stepped out from the school system and decided to move to...
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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.28/hr as of April 2026

  • The average star rating for rated after school babysitters is 5.0

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Amherst, MA

After School Babysitters in Amherst, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters

Lucia M.

Lucia cared for my daughter while I was away on the west coast. Lucia was responsible for care between the end of the school day and the...

- Benjamin B.

Lindsey N.

Lindsey is phenomenal with my kids! She’s patient, caring, fun and they love having her!

- Care member

Jennifer D.

Jennifer had been our babysitter for approximately four years. We have three children who have outgrown the need for a sitter now. When...

- Barbara P.

FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Amherst, MA

You can review 18 after school babysitter profiles near you in Amherst, MA to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.

The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Amherst, MA is $18.28. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.

If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Amherst, MA on babysitting websites like Care.com.

Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Amherst, MA can really come in handy.

We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Amherst, MA.

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