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60 babysitters are listed in Granby, MA
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Granby, MA
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have a degree in Early Childhood Education, and I owned a very successful daycare in my home for 17 years. I currently work in the Public Schools as a Special Ed. Para during the school year.. I have the Summers off, and I've been certified in First Aid and CPR many times. I'm a Mother of two grown kids. I love animals,...
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"We hired Michelle to care for our 2 yr old son for the summer. We requested she bring him to play outside daily and she exceeded our expectations. She often took him on day trips to the playground, park, farm, and even the children's museum. This was the first...
Rebecca F.
Haley L.
Granby, MA
$20/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hi I'm Haley! I have been involved with child care for the last 9 years. I have spent additional time babysitting over the years as well as in classroom educational hours while completing my bachelors degree in early childhood education.
I'm currently a full time nanny for a wonderful 1-year-old and I've been with this family...
Haley can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Hi, I have a ton of experience with special needs children. I was a Spec. Ed. Para at the Public Schools for 2 years, and I am currently a Para for a little boy with intense disabilities at an Early Learning Center. I have A. B. A. training, and have worked very closely with Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapists, Speech...
Natalie C.
Granby, MA
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello!
My name is Natalie. I just recently graduated from Holyoke Community College with an associates degree in Human Services. I am currently a student at Westfield State University studying to get my bachelor's degree in Social Work. I learn remotely for on Mondays from 9am-10:30am, Wednesdays from 9am-11 a.m. and Fridays...
I have been babysitting for friends and family for many years. I have worked with children ages 6 months and up. I am hoping to expand my babysitting outside of friends and family now that I am fully CPR certified. I am a reliable person with reliable transportation. I am able to transport your children safely if needed. I am a...
Jasmine can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
My name is Jessica and I am 23 years old. I am a licensed teacher with lots of experience with children of all ages. I graduated from Westfield State University in 2013. I've been babysitting since I was 15 years old. I worked for a large babysitting/nannying company where I was sent out to work with different families. There I...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
A little bit about me, I have cared for children in a home setting and daycare facility. The ages of the children I have cared for range from newborn to school-age. I have been in both one-on-one settings and up to a group of 4+ children.
I develop comprehensive lesson plans that include age-appropriate activities for learning...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a huge animal lover. I raised two cats for 14 years, and I have two adorable dogs. They are 5 years old. One is a black Lab, and the other is a Dachund mix. They are loads of fun, and I enjoy taking them for walks.
Michelle can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, daily feeding, grooming, boarding, pet sitting & more
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel & 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
(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.
5.0
(1)
I am a kindergarten teacher in Westfield with more than 15 years of experience working with children, whether it be babysitting, working in a daycare with infants-preschool, or teaching in the public schools.
Kristen can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Kristen is, honestly, incredible. She ran a childcare pod for our group of 3-5 (depending on the day) rising kindergartners whose preschool had closed and provided effortless-seeming structure, learning, and fun. Besides loving the time with Kristen, all of the...
Jessica W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Jen and I'm a mom of 4! I have 2 beagles(Sassy, Piper) 4 cats(Oreo, Max, Elsa and Oliver) 1 bird(Corky) 2 guinea pigs(Cocoa and Rosie) and 3 hermit crabs(Hermie, Brewster, and Caillou)!!! I have lots of pet experience from walking, cleaning, and feeding! I would love to be trusted with your fur babies! I can check on...
Jennifer can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Jen cared for our three cats while we were away for a week, visiting our home three times a day to feed and provide clean water for the cats, as well as chance the litter. She stayed in touch with us the whole time via text once a day, and got to know the unique...
Allison H.
Jenelismar R.
Holyoke, MA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Jenny! I currently work in a school and love working with children. I have a college degree in criminal justice. I have worked with children for many years and don't plan on stopping that yet.
I'd describe my personality as fun, trustworthy, creative
I like working with kids because I have been the oldest...
Jenelismar can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jenny is great! We love having her. She is punctual, thorough, great will the kids and loves to engage them both with their different interests. She is a great asset and we love hinging her spend time with our family."
Abigail D.
Elizabeth M.
Amherst, MA
$23/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a student at UMass Amherst who's here to help! I've always been a babysitter but my professional experience comes from being a daycare worker and birthday party attendant. For almost 4 years I was responsible for children ages 6 weeks to 10 years. I also coordinated parties, activities, and utilized my lifeguard...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She is a very sweet girl and my kids love her. I recommend her to anyone."
Pam B.
Helen B.
Northampton, MA
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.2
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a recent graduate from UMass Amherst where I studied Natural Resource Conservation. I am currently living in Northampton with my partner and looking to find a nanny position in the afternoon. I absolutely adore kids and love seeing their perspective of life and just learning more about the world through their eyes....
Helen can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Helen is phenomenal. She is smart, responsible, responsive, funny... the works. She took care of my 6-year-old son who is truly not the easiest kid, and he just LOVED her. She was kind and generous with my older daughter too. She really follows what the kid...
Clio S.
4.8
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Shannon. I am a 49-year-old mom of 7 children. (5 adults and two teens)
I enjoy helping others, I am compassionate, dependable and hard working. I have worked as a PCA for 3 years, and also took care of a client with dementia up until my recent move from Massachusetts to Connecticut. I have worked personally...
Shannon can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, transportation
5.0
"Shannon is the best. She's an incredibly loving and caring caregiver who we entrusted the care of my elderly aunt suffering from dementia with. From the very first meeting, Shannon treated my aunt like she was part of her family and they bonded quickly. My aunt...
Chris P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am an energetic, outdoorsy, and creative college student currently studying in Massachusetts. I have been babysitting since the age of 11 and have cared for a variety of kiddos, from newborns to tweens and those severely and multiply impaired. I am passionate about helping children reach their full potential as curious...
Serynn can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Serynn has been an amazing sitter for us for the past five years. We have three boys under 5 and she is absolutely amazing with all three! She is responsible, dependable, and smart. We have never worried about leaving our boys with her - even our newborn. Our...
Katy R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ashley and I am currently in college for education! I have 9+ years of experience working with children, ranging from internships, volunteer hours, babysitting, park attendant activities, and Summer camp to my current job as a paraprofessional in an Elementary school. I absolutely adore children and everything...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"There isn't enough space to write all of Ashley's great qualities. She has been watching my 2 children (7 and 10) for a few years now and they love her! She is like family. She is always punctual, helps with homework and makes dinner and so much more. She takes...
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Alexandra M.
Amherst, MA
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Enthusiastic, Caring And Educational Child Caretaker/Babysitter
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Alexandra and I am currently a student at UMass Amherst. Since I was 15 years old, I have been caring for children. My first experience was with my second cousin's daughter. Initially, I helped her take care of her infant (bottle feeding, changing diapers, bathing, putting to sleep). I had the joy to witness her grow...
Alexandra can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Alexandra is an amazing childcare provider. We hired her for a 3 week before- and after-school job to care for our 5 year old son. She was responsible for packing his school lunch, helping him get dressed and ready for school, feeding him, and driving him to his...
Kasey J.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am Jaeleen! I have babysat children of all ages and I was recently working as a nanny for two families but one family moved and the other no longer needed full-time care. I previously worked at a daycare as a teacher however the daycare closed due to Covid. I love arts and crafts, reading, going for walks, swimming, going...
Jaeleen can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We have worked with Jaeleen in both daycare and in-home settings (in-home after the daycare closed permanently because of COVID). We were lucky to have Jaeleen care for our children in our home. It was a challenging situation with a lot of competing priorities -...
Brigid L.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Granby, MA
Michelle L.
5.0
We hired Michelle to care for our 2 yr old son for the summer. We requested she bring him to play outside daily and she exceeded our expectations. She often took him on day trips to the playground, park, farm, and even the children's museum. This was the first time we had someone care for one of...
- Rebecca F.
Eden L.
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.
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.
Kristen C.
5.0
Kristen is, honestly, incredible. She ran a childcare pod for our group of 3-5 (depending on the day) rising kindergartners whose preschool had closed and provided effortless-seeming structure, learning, and fun. Besides loving the time with Kristen, all of the kiddos involved seemed significantly...
- Jessica W.
Jennifer B.
5.0
Jen cared for my two cats while I was in vacation. She was reliable, trustworthy & very attentive! She communicated with me throughout the time, sent some pictures & even bonded with the cats! I would absolutely recommend her services if you're looking for peace of mind & someone you can count...
- Meghan H.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Granby, MA:
How can I find a Granby babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Granby, 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 8 babysitters in Granby, 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.
How much do babysitters charge in Granby, MA?
The average rate for Granby, MA babysitters on Care.com is $17.38 per hour as of May 2024. 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 Granby, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Granby, MA through Care.com. As of 2024, 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.