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Katerina K.
Southwick, MA
$21-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi There! My name is Katerina and I have about 5 years of experience working with children of all ages. I have babysat for many families and also work at a daycare. I am certified to work with infants and toddlers, CPR certified, and COVID vaccinated! I am very flexible, patient, fun, kind-hearted and reliable. I am a junior at...
Katerina can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
I have 3 years of experience. Including childcare, teaching swim lessons, babysitting, and special education classes! I have worked with all ages. I'm a mother to the most amazing 2-year-old boy! I can't imagine doing anything other than working with kids.
Peyton can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lilian and I just finished my second year of college. I've been babysitting for six years and I have experience with kids and toddlers of all ages. I love arts and crafts, music, cooking, and playing outside!
Lilian can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lillian cared for our 3 year old and 10 month old for many Fridays this past summer. Lillian showed up on time in the morning, quickly took charge, and was very patient with the whims of a strong-willed kiddo. She did crafts and art with him and took him outside,...
Lauren K.
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: Light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
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.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have been in the childcare business for about 8 years now. I have worked with infants to teenagers. I started babysitting at 14 for my neighbors children. I have also worked at different camps and have experience working with special needs children. I enjoy working with children because everyday is a new adventure. I...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Jessica was awesome with my boys. She was helpful and reliable. I called her last minute and she was able to respond without hesitation. Would definitely work use her services again."
Sandrae L.
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Shakira was awesome! My son had a blast with her and he can sometimes be somewhat fussy with new people so it shows how genuine she is that he responded so well to her. I can't wait to have another date night with my husband so I can have her come watch him again!"
Arielle P.
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & 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)
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.
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & 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 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there my name is Becca, I have grown up very close will my daycare provider and she has been a huge inspiration in my babysitting and nannying career! I am a current college student pursing my BSN to become a nurse. I have cared for many families in the past whom I am still very close with. I am very good with all ages, but...
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Becca has been fabulous with our daughter- reliable, kind, attentive and fun. Can't say enough nice things."
Lauren S.
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
5.0
(7)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I am resident of Northampton and I have always loved working with children and their families. I started babysitting when I was 13 and when I was in high school I was able to take Child Growth and Development as an elective; which helped me find my dream of working with children. After graduating from Northampton High, I went on...
Brittany can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Brittany has all the essential qualities of someone who provides amazing care for our children and pets. She goes above and beyond all expectations. Our children love her! So do our pets!!! We will continue to use her as a sitter! We would recommend her 110%...
Dee T.
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
(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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Leighanne is friendly, professional and reliable."
Krystal H.
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:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
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
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with children for over 10 years! I started working with children through babysitting my neighbors children when I was 14. As I went through high school I continued babysitting and working odd end jobs. After high school I started attending Springfield Technical Community College in which I concentrated in...
Brandon can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Brandon started on short notice after our caregiver's boyfriend got traded to another team in another city. He quickly learned our schedule and engaged with our 12- and 16-year olds. He's also a good driver with a safe car."
John Marybeth M.
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, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
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...
Care member
Elsa M.
East Longmeadow, MA
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Elsa and I am a very experienced and fun babysitter! I have tons of experience with kids all ages! I have two younger siblings that are 5 and 7, I have babysat for 3 years and my family has fostered kids from 5 months to 10 years. I love spending time with kids! I work part time tutoring as well so I can provide...
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, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
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.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Russell, MA
Lilian O.
5.0
Lillian cared for our 3 year old and 10 month old for many Fridays this past summer. Lillian showed up on time in the morning, quickly took charge, and was very patient with the whims of a strong-willed kiddo. She did crafts and art with him and took him outside, and handled both of them very well....
- Lauren K.
Flor E.
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 trustworthy, she received feedback well, she...
- Jonique D.
Jessica S.
5.0
Jessica was awesome with my boys. She was helpful and reliable. I called her last minute and she was able to respond without hesitation. Would definitely work use her services again.
- Sandrae L.
Shakira H.
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 children.
First and foremost,...
- Care member
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.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Russell, MA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Russell, MA?
You can review 1 after school babysitter profiles near you in Russell, 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 Russell, MA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Russell, MA is $10.00. 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 Russell, 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 Russell, MA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Russell, 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 Russell, MA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Russell, 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 Russell, MA.