Find After School Babysitters in South Hadley, MA
At Care.com, your trust and safety are our priority. Compare background-checked after school babysitters in South Hadley, MA and hire the best fit for your family.
Find after school babysitters in South Hadley, MA that you’ll love
60 after school babysitters are listed in South Hadley, MA
The average rate is $14/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 2 years
After school babysitters in South Hadley, 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.
I'd describe my personality as humorous, extroverted and creative
I like working with kids because it's such a fun and rewarding experience for me and the kids.
I'm looking for a job that I can maintain for long term and be able to balance with school and personal life.
I started working with kids when I was 16 years old. I...
Elizabeth V.
South Hadley, MA
$13-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
Fun, Enthusiastic, And Experienced Sitter With A Flexible Schedule
I gained experience working with a family with two young children when I was in 8th grade. I loved watching them grow from young babies to young children and help them learn while I babysat them through high school! I got my CPR/AED and First-Aid training through my life-guarding and group fitness certifications. I also spent...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Emma B.
South Hadley, MA
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Sitter, Adventurer, Professional Friendship Bracelet Maker
Hi, I'm Emma, and I'm currently a second year student at Mount Holyoke College, studying Spanish and Dance. For the past 3 years, I've worked as a camp counselor over the summer-- first at a day camp with kids aged 6-11, and most recently at an overnight camp, primarily with middle schoolers but also generally with kids aged...
Emma can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Nessa A.
South Hadley, MA
$10-20/hr
Hello! My name is Nessa, and I am currently a student at UMass Amherst. I'm studying early childhood education and psychology, and I have spent the last few summers working as a camp counselor for children between the ages of 3 and 12. I am dependable and hardworking, and I can not wait to meet you and your family!
Alyssa M.
South Hadley, MA
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
In the past, I have worked with mostly first graders. I taught after-school Spanish lessons during high school at Plains Elementary School and loved it. That also means I have lots of experience being overwhelmed with caring for a group of 6-year-olds. On a more personal note, I have experience with my 3-year-old baby cousin and...
Alyssa can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has over 10 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. I started off being a mothers helper when I was 13 and when I was 16 I started babysitting. In high school I took child development and worked at a preschool as a teachers assistant. I was also a...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Stephanie nannied our twins full-time for a little under a year and she was amazing. She was reliable and punctual and got along great with the kids. She is super sweet and we were sad to lose her when she was no longer able to do full-time. Highly recommend."
Sarah S.
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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...
Care member
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, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & 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)
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
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)
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & 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
(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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Eden. I started working in childcare as a mother's helper when I was just 10 years old and have been alone babysitting since I was 13. Over the last 10 years I have had the privilege of working with families from diverse backgrounds and age groups. I possess a genuine affinity for children and excel in providing...
Eden can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"So happy to have found Eden on this site. She has watched our 3 year old off and on and has done a great job with him. We can always count on our son to have a great time and be cared for when he is in her care."
Daniel B.
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, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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.
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, 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
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi families! I am a current Junior at UMass Amherst looking to work for families nearby the area during the school year. I have six years experience in childcare, as a private babysitter, daycare provider, and as a summer camp counselor. I have worked with children of all abilities ranging from ages of 2-13. I would love to lend...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Rachel was timely, responsive, and professional. She was also very engaged and fun with my kids. My 5 and 9 year old really enjoyed being with her. We will definitely hire Rachel again."
Care member
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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.
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: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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
(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:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
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
Showing 1 - 20 of 60
Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in South Hadley, 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.
Stephanie P.
5.0
Stephanie was wonderful watching my 8 week old daughter during the week so I could study for my board exam. She was kind, communicative, reliable, and a pleasure to work with.
- Danielle D.
Olivia H.
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 in Springfield schools the last 2...
- Care member
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.
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.
Additional After School Babysitter Services
After School Babysitter Articles
27 restaurants where kids eat free (or super cheap)
August 25th, 2023 After a long workday or busy weekend, sometimes the prospect of cooking for the whole family (and especially cleaning up) just sounds exhausting. But going ... Read more
After-school restraint collapse: Why kids fall apart at home and what to do about it
August 25th, 2023 Almost every parent or caregiver has been there: We meet kids at the school for pickup or greet them at the bus in the afternoon and within minutes, they’re... Read more
23 summer movies for kids of all ages
June 8th, 2023 Sure, the beach, pool and backyard barbecues are staples once school lets out, but let’s be honest: Fun summer movies for families are hard to beat — and th... Read more
How to talk to kids about mental health at every age
May 5th, 2022 Conversations surrounding mental health have always been critical, but the need for openness about and support for mental health issues is greater than ever... Read more
13 Memorial Day activities for kids
May 15th, 2023 The Memorial Day holiday often heralds the arrival of summer, but this year, take some time to teach kids about what this holiday actually celebrates: Remem... Read more
FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in South Hadley, MA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in South Hadley, MA?
You can review 6 after school babysitter profiles near you in South Hadley, 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 South Hadley, MA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in South Hadley, MA is $14.00. 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 South Hadley, 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 South Hadley, MA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in South Hadley, 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 South Hadley, MA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in South Hadley, 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 South Hadley, MA.