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Sophia C.

Nighttime Student Sitter!

Amherst, MA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi everyone! My name is Sophia and I am a junior at UMass Amherst. I am available on any weekday or weekends for full or part time work. Over the summer I worked at a summer camp through the YMCA for kids ages 5-15, and I also have experience babysitting for children ages 2-5. I am home from college from December 15- January...
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Amherst, MA

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$26/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
My name is Erica, I'm 53 years old and love to be around kids. I'm a physical education teacher in my country (Brazil). I have more than 15 years of experience working with kids. I'm married and have two daughters (24 and 20 years old). I have worked as a nanny for the last 12 months, but my current job will finish in June. I...
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Amherst, MA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I absolutely love caring for children and I'm excited to find a family that needs a sitter! I have two years of experience working at a kid's club, where I would be responsible for watching multiple children of all ages. In the past I've also worked as an assistant dance teacher and taught little girls from the ages 2-6. I'm...
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College Student Who Loves Kids!

Amherst, MA

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
I believe that having a little sister led me to love to babysit! I began my babysitting days by looking after my younger sister's friends when I was about 12. Since then, I have had experience with a wide age range and I have taken care of up to 4 children at once. I often incorporate creative activities such as music and art,...
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Amherst, MA

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$10/hr
1 year experience
I am 21 years old and studying at UMass. I love kids and animals and have been babysitting and pet sitting for 3 years now. I am available to work with any age and up to 3 kids at a time. I love getting to know all the different personalities and hobbies kids bring to the table and catering to what they enjoy! I drive, so I am...
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I'm Very Creative And Outgoing And Would Always Bring A Few Fun Things To Do!

Amherst, MA

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$15/hr
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I've taken a babysitting course before and I love spending time with kids! I have babysat two young boys for a short period of time, age 1 and 3. I love arts and crafts, I'm a very creative person and will look for fun ways to incorporate arts into my time with the kids. I go to UMass Amherst and I am studying biology on a...
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About Me!

Amherst, MA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hi! My name is Rachael and I am 22 years old! I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old and have a passion for caring for children. I absolutely love children and am incredibly patient, caring, and fun! I also have experience being a Sunday school teaching assistant for a second grade classroom.
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25-year-old Professional Looking For Recurring Weekend Gigs!

Amherst, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I am a 27-year-old professional at UMass Amherst with years of prior experience in babysitting, daycare, and nanny positions. I am hoping to find care jobs for recurring date nights, nights out, or weekend help. Love crafts, movies, and allowing the space to be creative! Willing to do other household tasks if previously...
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Part-Time Caregiver Available

Amherst, MA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
I have always loved kids and am currently pursuing a career in nursing in hopes to one day be a pediatric nurse! I started babysitting when I was 10 and in the past I have worked at summer school. I have also coached youth sports and put on youth clinics (basketball and soccer), and I have tutored children in math and sciences.
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Brooke P.'s Photo

Amherst, MA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I'm a student at Umass amherst. I'm very responsible and outgoing, and I have many years of experience of babysitting, tutoring, and pet sitting. I would love to be able to help out when i'm not in class, and feel free to contact me with any questions.
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Amherst, MA

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$10/hr
Hi! My name is Jenavi, but most people call me Jen. Most people would describe me as a warm, welcoming individual with a strong driven passion for caring for other people. I'm responsible, own up to my own actions, and very selfless. I have CPR experience from learning in high school, as well as taking a summer camp course on...
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EMT With Experience With Ages 3 Months To 12 Years Old.

Amherst, MA

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have over 5 years of previous child care experience through babysitting, working as a camp counselor, and medical director. Over the summer, I work as a medical director at a camp and provide first aide as well as mental health support to students ages 8-18. I have always enjoyed babysitting and had a steady babysitting job...
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Amherst, MA

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$18/hr
5 years experience
I'm a passionate childcare provider with over 5 years of experience caring for children of all ages. Through my previous babysitting roles, I discovered a deep passion for nurturing and positively impacting young minds. This is part of what has inspired me to go into medicine and go to school for nursing. I believe in open and...
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Amherst, MA

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$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a reliable and outgoing student at UMass Amherst. I have a passion for working with children, as I aspire to be a Pediatric Audiologist. I started babysitting while in high school, and during that time I also coached middle schoolers in rowing. Most recently, I was a camp counselor at the Lair of the Golden Bear, and...
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Joyful Sitter

Amherst, MA

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hello! I have been babysitting children ages 6 months-10 years old, for 5 years and worked with kids of all ages as an assistant dance teacher for 6 years! I am excited and willing to help out with household chores as well as play with the kids! I am an attentive, determined, and positive person. I am currently a freshman at...
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Part-time Caregiver Available

Amherst, MA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
My name is Emilie I am a 21-year-old with years of babysitting experience in not only my family but also my neighborhood and families in town. I babysat my neighbors daughter for 8 years starting from the time she was 4 through the age of 12. After applying for an unpaid internship I was chosen through my high school guidance...
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Amherst, MA

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello!! My name is Genevieve, I am 20 and I am a UMass Amherst Psychology and Biology student! I have four younger siblings: ranging from age 6-17 so as you can imagine, I have tons of experience with kids. I have always played a bigger role in their lives since I am much older than two of my youngest siblings. This is how I...
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Friendly Sitter To Make Children's Days Better

Amherst, MA

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a student at UMass Amherst majoring in Psychology and minoring in Education. I am an extremely easy going and friendly babysitter who is always up for an adventure. I love to be creative and help the kids with any crafts or imaginative games they want! I took 4 years of classes on early childhood development and...
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Malina K.'s Photo

Amherst, MA

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
Hello! I am a friendly and positive person who has approximately 8 years of experience caring for children (babysitting, nannying, working in school systems, tutoring). I am passionate about creating a fun, inclusive, and safe environment for all children. I have experience caring for those with emotional, mental or physical...
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Caring, Responsible, College Student.

Amherst, MA

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$18/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! I am currently a student at Amherst College with two years of babysitting experience (ages 2-13 years old). Growing up, I had a very special relationship with my own babysitter---I try to carry her loving, thoughtful influence into my work as a nanny. I love board games, crafts and music. I am so excited to meet your...
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  • 78 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.68/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Amherst, MA:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Amherst, MA can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 78 babysitters in Amherst, MA on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.

The average rate for Amherst, MA babysitters on Care.com is $17.68 per hour as of June 2025. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Amherst, MA through Care.com. As of 2025, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.

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