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She took care of my J amazingly! He even asks for her once in a while! Highly would recommend Bianca! She's super reliable and always on…
Review for Bianca A. by Sarah B.
Beatriz was one of the best decisions we’ve made when it comes to raising our children. It was unexpected that we hired a nanny during the…
Review for Beatriz G. by Care member
Paige was a wonderful babysitter for our son. She was always on time and very flexible to meet our needs. Even though he was less than 12…
Review for Paige H. by Shane F.
Babysitters in Amherst, NH
Kathryn N.
Amherst, NH
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
As a passionate and experienced childcare provider, I aspire to create a nurturing and stimulating environment for your children. My journey into childcare began through my previous babysitting roles, where I discovered my natural ability to connect with children and foster their development.
My patient and calm demeanor,...
Kathryn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have 3+ years of experience babysitting kids, as I have 3 younger brothers (they are 10 and 4) and have also babysat for some of my parent's friends' kids before. I am in Maine for college for the school year and am looking for work that works around my school schedule. I have my own transportation and am willing to drive kids...
Eva can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been in the elder care field for 4 or 5 years and am looking to switch gears. I have two girls, one about to leave for college and a 16-year-old. I am married with two step-sons. I find myself missing the younger ones and have time to offer a young family who needs help (I remember how hard it sometimes was making it...
Betsy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! I'm a caring and experienced nanny with a deep love for working with kids. Over the past four years, I've cared for children of all ages, creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment where they can learn and grow.
I'm a patient and calm person, but I also love to be active and engage kids in creative and educational...
Caterina C.
Amherst, NH
$20-26/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have babysat numerous times. Have experience caring for a young boy with type 1 diabetes. Currently work as an ABA therapist with children 5 and younger with autism.
Caterina can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I am a mother of five children ranging from ages 22 to 35
a sister in a family of 11, with 24 nieces and nephews.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!!
I'm not available, thank you.
Hello! I'm Brazilian and I speak Portuguese and English. I have been living in the United States for two years, and since I arrived, I have been working as a nanny for the same family, with whom I also live. They have become great friends and would be very happy to provide references.
I...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Bianca A.
Milford, NH
$22-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Bianca, and I've been working in childcare for eight years. I'm currently a toddler teacher, and I absolutely adore my job! It is truly so rewarding. I have experience with a wide range of ages! I even previously worked as an infant teacher. I'm also a full-time college student, working toward my master's in child...
Bianca can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Honestly Bianca is one of the kindest, dependable, and most respectful young women I've ever hired!!"
Francescha B.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 25 years of experience from newborns through age 15. I speak fluent Spanish and English. I have taken courses in Early Childhood Education. I am married with a 15-year-old son of my own. I live in Merrimack Nh. I was a preschool teacher in Mexico. I'm 49 years old and have lots of energy to use in caring for your...
Beatriz can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Beatriz was one of the best decisions we’ve made when it comes to raising our children. It was unexpected that we hired a nanny during the peak of the pandemic, and she stayed with us for over four years, just as our youngest, of two kids, went off to kindergarten....
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Paige, nice to meet you! I am currently residing in Ewing, NJ. I moved here from Indiana almost 5 years ago. I come from a family of 5- mom, dad, and two younger brothers from a smaller town named, Franklin. I graduated from Colorado State University with a bachelors and associates degree in Human Services. I have a...
Paige can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Paige has been such a blessing to our family. This is the first time hiring a nanny/babysitter and trusting in someone besides family to watch my son while I work night shift. Because of Paige's caring, kind hearted personality being trustworthy, it is such a...
Kristin H.
Megan M.
Litchfield, NH
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.4
(5)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My names Megan. I am a special education teacher. I have worked with children for many years in all different types of environments. I strive to provide a safe and fun environment for any kiddo that I am with.
Megan can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Meg was absolutely amazing! As a nanny, she and I tag teamed together quite often and I could not have made it through without her! She was not only readily available, but she works well under pressure and always seems to keep the spirits high! I would highly...
Katelyn M.
Oluwatoyin A.
Bedford, NH
$25/hr • 13 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm a cheerful, active mom of two who adores her job with children. I'm a witty and entertaining companion. As a mother with more than a decade of experience caring for children, I know how important it is to maintain a consistent routine of good cleanliness, nutritious meals, and stimulating playtime. I can go grocery shopping...
Oluwatoyin can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is extremely reliable in caring for my young son. Could not ask for a better nanny."
Care member
5.0
(17)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Ari. I'm 32 years old, originally from New Hampshire. I'm a long time nanny and caregiver. Have been working with kids since I was just a kid myself and nannying consistently for about 10 years now. I've nannied and babysat all over the country, as I've been living nomadically for many years. Please reach...
Ariana can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ariana is very natural and very good of taking care of kids. She babysit my 7 month old son and sometimes my 4 yo daughter. Highly recommend her! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as friendly, passionate, and caring.
I like working with kids because they always teach us new things! And they keep us honest.
I started working with kids when I was younger, probably about 14 years old is when I started babysitting regularly. I currently work as a behavioral therapist with...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Aisha is a wonderful person and a great nanny. We have three children and appreciated how she took a personal interest in adapting her technique to each individual personality, maintaining uniform expectations and discipline while handling each child differently....
Cyrus M.
Amanda D.
Bedford, NH
$12-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm an experienced caregiver and early childhood educator with a passion for helping children learn and grow. I have a college degree and four years of experience caring for children of all ages. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I know how to make learning fun. I believe that every child deserves the opportunity to reach...
5.0
"Amanda is so kind and good at what she does! This was our first time having Amanda watch our 3 dogs and she was so sweet and good with them. She kept in communication with me when she was going to see the dogs, would send pictures and videos and provide me with...
Anne A.
5.0
(4)
Hi, my name is Taylor. I am a reliable, positive, and energetic elementary education major at Rivier University! I have worked with children since 2015. I love spending time with them and doing fun activities . I was a student teacher at an elementary school in a 4th grade classroom. I also worked with the infants at my schools...
Taylor can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"Taylor is very reliable, she watched our daughter for us when we went out for a few nights. Our daughter really enjoyed Taylor's company she planned fun activities and always was a text away when we reached out to see how things were going! Would highly recommend...
Paige S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as fun loving and interesting
I like working with kids because they are fun. always watching them learn makes me happy
I'm looking for a job that I get to work with kids everyday
I started working with kids when 9 years old
In my spare time, I like to spend time with my family.
One thing you...
5.0
"Locadia was great with my daughter. She was on time and reassured me while my daughter was with her. I would hire again!"
Paola N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ashley, and I'm 27 years old with a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education and a Minor in Psychology from Keene State College (Class of 2020). Since graduating, I've dedicated my career to working with young children in both classroom and home settings.
I spent over four years as a Lead Infant and Older...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(3)
I have been babysitting for over eight years and am very comfortable around children. My experience includes caring for newborns, twins, triplets, and a family of three children under the age of four. I truly love being around children and spend much of my spare time caring for children of friends and family. My work experience...
Morgan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Morgan has been caring for children for many years and has worked directly with children daily in her career. There are very few people I trust with my girls and Morgan is at the top of the list! She is kind, thoughtful, passionate, reliable, and so much fun. We...
Samantha L.
Maria P.
Merrimack, NH
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I've always loved working with kids. I've had years of experience with all age groups, including (multiple) infants, (multiple) toddlers, and up to early teenage years.
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Maria worked full time for our family, caring for our 2 year old son and newborn daughter. She truly is amazing at her job. She has a gentle way of helping toddlers manage their big emotions. My son learned how to take deep breaths and use gentle hands with Maria’s...
Meghan A.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Amherst, NH:
How can I find a Amherst babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Amherst, NH 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 7 babysitters in Amherst, NH on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Amherst, NH?
The average rate for Amherst, NH babysitters on Care.com is $18.00 per hour as of May 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.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Amherst, NH?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Amherst, NH 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.