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60 after school babysitters are listed in Palmer, MA
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 6 years
After school babysitters in Palmer, MA
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
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.
Courtney B.
Somers, CT
$22-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Art Teacher/Theatre Student Sitter Means Fun For Your Children!!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there!
I am located in Tolland County of Connecticut and I love kids. I currently work in the Bloomfield Public Schools system as an art teacher. I have been babysitting since I was 14 and have taken CPR training, Babysitter Training, and Basic First Aid Courses. I love to clean and can help around the house. I love animals...
Courtney can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We had Courtney babysit for us for about 6 weeks until my son started daycare. Courtney was amazing with both of my kids under age 3. They were so excited to see her and called her NeeNee! Courtney had a calm demeanor which was perfect for toddler age babies. She...
Jessica L.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I grew up in East Longmeadow, MA and have been a babysitter since age 13. I was a nanny for two school-aged children for 3 years. My jobs included taking care of the children, house, three pets, making meals, and driving them to and from activities. I also babysat for families in West Springfield, Springfield, and East...
Andrea can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Andrea offers peace of mind to our family with two working parents. She has provided after school care for our two elementary aged children. We can rely on her to help the children accurately completed homework and prepare meals, as needed. As a bonus our house...
Kelli C.
5.0
(1)
Experienced babysitter/nanny with a 10 years of care. At age 12, I began providing consistent care for a family of 2/3 children from ages 5 and 2, witnessing their growth until they reached 11, 8, and 2 years old respectively when I stopped due to COVID. I managed household tasks including meal preparation, housekeeping, and...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ashley is so amazing with the kids! They have the best time with her and are always so happy when she comes to the house!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 7+ years experience as a full-time Nanny to children ranging from 3 months-16 years old. I believe children thrive in an environment where they feel loved and believed in. I foster outdoor and imaginative play, crafts, and am not afraid to get on the floor with the kids. Building character and social and emotional skills...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Emily has been our children's nanny for the past 2 years. She is an outstanding nanny and a lovely person, and the family that will have her as their nanny will be tremendously fortunate.
She's punctual, a safe driver, excellent at juggling a complex schedule...
Eman A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sarah. I am 27 years old, married, and working. I travel a lot for work, but will be working from home from August of 2022-January of 2023 and have a lot of down time. I used to nanny in college (through Care.com actually) and have babysat since I was 12 years old. I absolutely adore kids and cannot wait to have...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Flor. I went to a vocational high school school where my shop was Early Education and Care. So, I have been working with children since I was 15. I've worked in summer camps, preschools, daycare centers, and after school programs. I have mostly worked with children ages 4-6 years but also have some experience...
Flor can also help with: Travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Flor cared for and taught our toddler with such love and patience! She designed and implemented age appropriate lesson plans and got my kiddo on a schedule that included meals, structured learning time, developmental play, outside fun and naps.
Flor was...
Jonique D.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation, caring for the children with company & a simple older role model!
Shakira can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I recently hired Shakira, and I must say, I was absolutely thrilled with the exceptional care she provided. I cannot recommend her enough! From start to finish, she exceeded all expectations and went above and beyond to ensure the well-being and happiness of my...
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Olivia H.
Holyoke, MA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
As the older sibling, looking out and caring for younger siblings came naturally to me and was something I began to enjoy--eventually, once I grew up and wasn't annoyed that I had to babysit for my younger siblings!
This would later lead to my current career path. I am currently a literacy tutor at an elementary school kiddos...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Olivia is so caring with our 3 children (13, 10 and 7). They love her and treat her as part of our family, because she is! She's reliable, attentive, friendly, compassionate, and patient. On top of that she is very skilled with language development and has worked...
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Arielle H.
Chicopee, MA
$28-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I babysat for four families throughout my time in high school and have three years of experience as a workshop assistant/camp counselor at a theatre program in New York. I am comfortable with pets and have experience with newborns. I love children, am highly responsible, and can cook, assist with meal preparation, do light...
Arielle can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Arielle helped us out when our little one had to stay home from daycare. She was on time and did great with my little one. She communicates very well. Would definitely work with her again!"
Jasmine E.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Alexandra and I am currently a student at UMass Amherst. Since I was 15 years old, I have been caring for children. My first experience was with my second cousin's daughter. Initially, I helped her take care of her infant (bottle feeding, changing diapers, bathing, putting to sleep). I had the joy to witness her grow...
Alexandra can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Alexandra is an amazing childcare provider. We hired her for a 3 week before- and after-school job to care for our 5 year old son. She was responsible for packing his school lunch, helping him get dressed and ready for school, feeding him, and driving him to his...
Kasey J.
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
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...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as cheerful, energetic, and Responsible
I like working with kids because they are smart, My firsts year working in a school setting I could see how much they've grown with what they learned.
In my spare time, I like to workout. I try to be very active, love going on long walks, go to the gym and do...
Ubah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Ubah is an excellent babysitter. She is friendly and hard working. She was comfortable watching my 3 young children (2 with special needs) from the start. She kept them playing and entertained, cooked them dinner, and got them ready for bed all while keeping the...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Tara. I am a veteran high school math teacher and mother of 4 from Somers, CT.
I am currently taking leave from teaching full time and have been babysitting for busy families in their homes for the past two years.
Although my current babysitting schedule is full, I am looking for a summer position beginning in...
Tara can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as laidback, polite, and friendly!
I like working with kids because I love seeing all the different personalities kids have as well as being able to watch them grow up.
I'm looking for a job that I look forward to going to! For way too long I have been taking jobs to survive and pay my bills. I am...
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I run a family child care and Julia has been around my daycare children often. She is caring, nurturing and fun. The kids love her! She is responsible and dependable. I would absolutely recommend her for a position working with children. "
Care member
Aniah H.
Southbridge, MA
$18/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 4 years of experience with all ages, newborns to preteens. I can help with Travel, Light Housekeeping, anything needed! I love working with children, creating friendships, and the fun that's comes with babysitting! If you're looking for someone to care for your kiddo in the safest and funnest way possible, i'm the girl...
Aniah can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My infant adores Anaiah. She is kind, calm, and thoughtful. We loved having her provide his care and wish we could keep her!"
Crystal R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have babysat my two nieces and nephew who are all on the spectrum. I love any kid and here to give them someone to have fun safely with. I love animals so pets are no issue at all, as I have a cat and a dog of my own. I'm willing to help out with just about everything, though I do take classes at Worcester State between...
Kailey can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kailey is great! We had her for a date night and she was great with our 8 year old daughter and 12 year old son (who is on the line of even needing a sitter)! They both loved her. I highly recommend Kailey as a sitter. She is great! She is punctual, responsive and...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 30 years of experience caring for children ages newborn through preteens. I began babysitting at the young age of 11 after taking a babysitting class, then served as a nanny for 5 years through junior high and high school prior to working at a daycare. I am now a licensed educator with first aid and CPR training and...
Leighanne can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Leighanne is friendly, professional and reliable."
Krystal H.
4.5
(2)
Hi, my name is Brooke! I graduated from Longmeadow High School in 2022. I currently attend Isenberg School of Management at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. I began babysitting and pet care in 2019. I have experience with cats, dogs, and children ages 1-13 years old. I try to keep kids active and outdoors as much as...
Brooke can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Brooke is incredibly kind and was wonderful with our three children. Our kids are 6, 4 and 19 months with a lot of energy. She has watched our children several times and each time brings them a little craft that they absolutely love (we have our painted dinosaurs...
Amy O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Shaleah I've been taking care of kids since I was 6 working in my church's nursery. Overall, I've been working with kids for 19yrs!
Trained in 1st Aid and CPR, with extra online training classes from ECE.
Some years a teacher for Wicked Cool for Kids too, so if you want your kids learning some fun science, I can...
Shaleah can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Finding and hiring Shaleah was the best thing we have done. She picks my 8 year-old daughter up from school every day during the week, and works with her on her homework and reading until either my husband or I get home from work. If they have time, Shaleah will...
Ariam G.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Palmer, MA
Rebecca P.
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. Keeps me posted by text messages...
- George P.
Courtney B.
5.0
We had Courtney babysit for us for about 6 weeks until my son started daycare. Courtney was amazing with both of my kids under age 3. They were so excited to see her and called her NeeNee! Courtney had a calm demeanor which was perfect for toddler age babies. She kept them redirected and not...
- Jessica L.
Andrea L.
5.0
Andrea is a super solid individual! I would highly recommend her and 100% work with her again! (Baby R. seemed to really like her, too!)
- Kerri K.
Ashley B.
5.0
Ashley is so amazing with the kids! They have the best time with her and are always so happy when she comes to the house!
- Care member
Emily Y.
5.0
Emily has been our children's nanny for the past 2 years. She is an outstanding nanny and a lovely person, and the family that will have her as their nanny will be tremendously fortunate.
She's punctual, a safe driver, excellent at juggling a complex schedule of over 10 after school activities...
- Eman A.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Palmer, MA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Palmer, MA?
You can review 4 after school babysitter profiles near you in Palmer, 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.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Palmer, MA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Palmer, MA is $17.50. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Palmer, MA?
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 Palmer, MA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Palmer, MA to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
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 Palmer, MA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Palmer, MA?
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 Palmer, MA.