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Hi! My name is Lisa and I am happy to help take care of your children if you need to take a night out or to ensure that your child is cared for after school. I'm happy to provide homework help, as I am a licensed middle school math teacher. I am a sister to 8 siblings and an aunt to 16 nephews and nieces. I am very kind and...
Lisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Sandy D.
Ware, MA
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Mom Available After School Hours, Nights, And Weekends
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Mom here who has 3 children of my own whose ages range from 10-21. Over the years I have watched my friends kids on many occasions. I love watching children and doing exciting things to keep them busy. More than happy to also clean, do laundry, and make meals.
Sandy can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was absolutely wonderful with my kids. They keep asking me when can she come again! I highly recommend!"
Michelle O.
I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. After school care and date nights. During the summer I will be free for all day help. I'm a mother to a 14-year-old boy and have been working with kids for almost 20 years in many capacities. I'm positive and up beat, and your children will always be safe and entertained with me. I...
Lindsay can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Emily H.
Warren, MA
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have spent almost two years working in childcare, in after-school and summer programs in public schools, with experience with students with special needs. I am able to be flexible with hours, and would love to work with you and your child(ren)! Working with children has always been a passion of mine. I am currently entering my...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Dyani and I am offering mainly after school child care along with pet care. (please note I MUST follow the Ludlow Public Schools schedule for days off due to the fact I also tend to my sisters) I am in school for Education, currently in my sophomore year. I have taken classes ranging for adolescent psychology...
Dyani-janelle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
1.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Julia! I'm a very fun, patient, and positive person. I have 2 younger siblings that I used to babysit all the time. I have babysat for other families as well. I've worked at an after school program called the Boys and Girls Club for almost 2 years where I worked with children ages 6 to 12. I'm CPR certified and I am...
Julia can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Grandmother of 2 boys. A 5-year-old and 6-month-old. I have been working in special education for more than 25 years. I've worked with all ages. I am currently looking for about 10-12 hours a week after school. Unfortunately I can not work weekends.
Brenda can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Martise G.
Three Rivers, MA
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello there I am a very understanding, caring, calm , responsible and , humble person . I assisted my mom at he daycare for about 4 years. I babysit my two younger siblings since the day they were born from nap time, walks, visiting the park, nursery rhymes, to changing diapers. I also took care of my cousins did their hair help...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a passionate and energetic college student living in the Amherst area who has always had a passion for working with kids! I am an older cousin/sibling to 11 kiddos who I have been babysitting since the age of 14. Around the same time, I began apprenticing as a dance teacher for my former studio, teaching a variety of styles...
Iman can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Iman helped us with our kids during the summer vacation. She was amazing with them. They immediately fell in love with her. She is nice, smart and funny! She was always on time and also a very quick study - our son needed special exercises twice a day and she...
Shana K.
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, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, 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.
Renee N.
Charlton, MA
$25-60/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Im looking for something to keep me busy and whats better than helping with children. I am willing to clean, help with laundry, after school meal prep, homework, transportation to and from school/activities. Let me help you!
Renee can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
4.0
"Renee was professional and flexible, met with us multiple times and patiently answered all of our questions. Appreciated Renee?s openness and transparency.
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Lea M.
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.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
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 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.
Marie M.
Spencer, MA
$15-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Marie. I'm 22 years old, living in Spencer, MA. I am an older sister to 5! Due to my passion for children I have always been the "family's babysitter", I have many siblings, cousins, extended family, and even children of my friends that I babysit for regularly. I am very comfortable with all ages. Comfortable making...
Marie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Marie is amazing with children ! She is always kind, patient and teaching."
Sarah C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Am looking for a position where I can bring my loving 3. 5-year-old son with me, as well.
I have worked in childcare for over 15 years now. I began babysitting and transitioned to full time nannying . Responsibilities included: meal prep, children's laundry, bed time routine care, organizing play dates, taking children to their...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I hired Emily to care for my son while I attended school. I was nervous about having someone new in my home while I was traveling but Emily took excellent care of my son and he always looked forward to Emily watching him. She took him to the park and made sure he...
Megan C.
5.0
(1)
Hi there! My experience in nannying and child care in general is extensive. On top of being an elementary school teacher for 5+ years, I have 10+ years experience as a caregiver of children ages 4 months - 13 years old. I have my Masters in Elementary Education from the American College of Education, as well as my Massachusetts...
Erin can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Extremely professional, hard worker, loves her field (teaching) and super friendly and fun. "
Patricia A.
Hi, my name is Olivia (liv)! I am 19 years old and currently attend Umass Amherst. I am experienced with current clients children as well as being an older sister. I am a volunteer counselor at a girls grief camp (ages 8-14). I also have worked with children as little as 6 months. I like to be active and keep children engaged in...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I don't mind picking the kids up from school or dropping them off at after school activities. I can do snack preparation.
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Breanna N.
Dudley, MA
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello I'm Bre! I've been nannying for 4 years now and I have fallen in love with it. I have experience working with special needs kids, so I know how to give a little extra attention and care when needed. I also ran an after school program for grades K-4 so know how to be kept on my toes! I'm looking for a family that is easy...
Breanna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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Most recent reviews for after school child care in Palmer, MA
Sandy D.
5.0
Sandy has been caring for my family for over 6 years. She is dependable, kind, and responsible. Not only a highly skilled caregiver, but a wonderful person who is truly interested in the kids' interests and overall well being.
- Emily L.
Iman A.
5.0
Iman helped us with our kids during the summer vacation. She was amazing with them. They immediately fell in love with her. She is nice, smart and funny! She was always on time and also a very quick study - our son needed special exercises twice a day and she only needed to be shown once. We...
- Shana K.
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.
Renee N.
4.0
Renee was professional and flexible, met with us multiple times and patiently answered all of our questions. Appreciated Renee?s openness and transparency.
- Lea M.
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.
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FAQs for after school child care in Palmer, MA
In 2024, how much is after-school care near me in Palmer, MA?
Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Palmer, MA through Care.com will cost an average of $20.00 per hour as of May 2024. This rate may vary depending on the provider's experience, the duties you need your after-school caregiver to perform and how many kids you need them to take care of.
How can I find after-school child care near me in Palmer, MA?
Care.com currently has 1 after school child care providers in Palmer, MA. You can search for these caregivers by their distance from where you live and compare your options by hourly pay rate, years of experience and the specific services they can provide for after school care. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have previously worked with these providers.
What types of after-school providers can I find near me in Palmer, MA?
As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Palmer, MA to help your kids with a variety of needs. After-school providers can pick your children up from school, take them to extracurricular activities around Palmer, MA, help them with homework, and watch them in your house for a couple of hours before you get home from work. Just make sure your needs match up with the skills of the after-school providers you reach out to.