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Keri L.

Experienced Daycare Provider And Babysitter

Thorndike, MA

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have 21 years of experience with my own children and 18 years running a licensed in home family child care business. I am first aid and CPR certified and love working with children of all ages! I can help with Light Housekeeping, Cooking/Meal Preparation, transportation to and from after school activities and so much more,
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Sandy D.

Experienced Mom Available After School Hours, Nights, And Weekends

Ware, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
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.

Emily L. says "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...

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Kylie G.

Kylie

Ludlow, MA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Kylie and I have experience and a genuine love for working with kids. at school I work in an early education building where I am a teacher assistant so I work with kids from age ranges infant to pre-K. I have also been babysitting and working with the kids of all various ages at week long camps for the last couple...
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Martise G.

Three Rivers, MA

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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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...
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Raissa M.

Belchertown, MA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
Hello, I am looking to provide reliable childcare to any families available. I'm patient, calm, creative, and cheerful. I'm comfortable caring for up to four children of all ages and enforcing household rules. To keep parents informed, I regularly provide updates via text or phone call. If this isn't okay with the parents, I can...
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Hannah C.

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Indian Orchard, MA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I am a current college student with a passion for quality childcare. Babysitting and tutoring for years has allowed me to assist parents and children in many different situations. Parenting is a difficult process and I try to be as accommodating as possible. A wide range of services are available including overnight childcare,...
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Emily Y.

Meet Emily

Holyoke, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
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...

Eman A. says "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...

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Sarah S.

Former After School Teacher, Nanny, Youth Counselor, And Experienced Caregiver!

Hadley, MA

5.0(1)
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$21/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
Hi there, My name is Zosia! I am originally from Western Mass, have recently moved back to the area, and have been looking to return to working with kids as I spend the year preparing to apply to graduate school. I have been regularly employed as a babysitter and tutor with families since 2015. I have enjoyed work in multiple...

Caroline M. says "Sarah does an excellent job of engaging with children of all ages. My two boys love her and think that she is very fun. She is good at getting them to...

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Amy S.

Nanny

Chicopee, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
I'm looking for a part-time job (ideally ~30 hours/week) at a rate of at least $30/hour. I live in Chicopee, MA, and would prefer a commute of under half an hour. I love all sorts of games, arts and crafts, and just being able to use my imagination (and see kids use theirs). I'm the oldest out of 4 girls and my mom ran a home...

Jamie B. says "Amy watched our two girls on various occasions. The girls immediately connected with her and felt comfortable. Amy kept them engaged and active, while...

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Tiffany M.

Teacher Tot Lot

Springfield, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
I am currently a licensed elementary school teacher with availability after school, on nights and weekends to work with families. I owned a large daycare for 10 years and have been teaching in public school for 14 years. I'm looking forward to enjoying my time with children while helping families!

Kara G. says "I have worked with Tiffany for over ten years as a coworker and as a supervisor for a summer program. Tiffany is a natural with children and is quick to...

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Rebecca P.

Part Time Babysitter In My Home

South Hadley, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
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...

George P. says "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...

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Aldineia L.

Amherst, MA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello!! My name is Aldineia, I am a Personal care assistant. I've been working with the same person for 10 years and I live in Amherst. I have 2 children of 15 and 8 years old and I am very responsible. I love taking care of children and the elderly. I have a car and time availability. If you want I can help you with the...
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Hannah C.

Playful And Energetic Babysitter Or Tutor

Springfield, MA

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
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.
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Anais B.

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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Lydia M.

Full Time Nanny Starting End Of August! (7 Years In Childcare)

Holyoke, MA

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
Hi, my name is Lydia! I am looking for a family in need of full time care. I have worked in childcare for 7 years. I started as a babysitter/nanny, became the director of an after school program and was a preschool/toddler teacher in the Boston area for 3 years. I am looking to get back into the childcare world and would love to...
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Caishlyn O.

Teacher Available For Part Time Babysitting

Northampton, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have been working with children for about 10 years, and have loved every moment of it. I worked as a nanny for about two years for a family of four, as well as several other babysitting jobs. I have also worked as a preschool teacher, a camp counselor and am currently working, teaching an after school program. I love to cook,...
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Paulina A.

Energetic, Structured & Reliable Sitter And Special Needs Caretaker! :) Full Or Part Time

Northampton, MA

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
I have been working with families for over 7 years! Currently I work as an artist, & a Grant Writer for a nonprofit. Before this, I worked at Camp Starfish, a camp for children with disabilities, for 3 years. My positions included Lead Specialist, Administrator in the girl's village, & Director of Operations. I've also worked as...
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Miranda B.

Part Time-care Giver, Very Flexible Schedule.

Northampton, MA

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have grown up with two younger siblings spending lots of time over the years caring for them as an older sibling. I began babysitting at age 13 and have not stopped since then. I have worked as a youth after school care program leader for over two years though the ymca. I love to interact and learn from the minds of kids. I...
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Rachel B.

Part-time Babysitter

Springfield, MA

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$16/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have babysat and been a nanny to many different children, both girls and boys. I've worked with babies, toddlers, young children, and older children. I was an after school teacher for kindergarteners, and now I've got my own little one who's preschool aged.
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Logan Q.

Child Care Professional

Springfield, MA

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Logan and I have been working with children professionally since 2014 where I started at Greenwood Parks and Recreation in Longmeadow Ma at their after school care program and was a manager at their summer camp for about 5 years. I am a Fitchburg state graduate with a degree in elementary education. I am CPR and...
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  • The average post rate is $22.00/hr as of June 2025

Recent after school child care reviews from local parents in Thorndike, MA

After School Child Care in Thorndike, MA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 46 listed after school child care

Sandy D.

Sandy has been caring for my family for over 6 years. She is dependable, kind, and responsible. Not only a highly skilled caregiver, but...

- Emily L.

Emily Y.

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...

- Eman A.

Sarah S.

Sarah does an excellent job of engaging with children of all ages. My two boys love her and think that she is very fun. She is good at...

- Caroline M.

FAQs for after school child care in Thorndike, MA

Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Thorndike, MA through Care.com will cost an average of $22.00 per hour as of June 2025. 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.

Care.com currently has 1 after school child care providers in Thorndike, 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.

As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Thorndike, 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 Thorndike, 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.

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