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Jenelismar R.

Holyoke, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
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...

Abigail D. says "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...

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Emily Y.

Meet Emily

Holyoke, MA

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

Holyoke, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi my name is Emma, I have 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages with all different needs. I have been the caretaker for older children with special needs, watched a child from her infancy into her toddler years, been a nanny to an infant and a 3-year-old, and cared for school aged children 7-9. As a graduate...

Oceana S. says "Emma has been watching my daughter since she was an infant and is one of the only sitters that pays attention to all the rules and quirks of my daughter....

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Mia C.

Elementary School Counselor Looking For Summertime Work

Holyoke, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
I am an elementary school counselor with the summer off and am hoping to fill my days with kids and animals! My career and personality lend themselves to a great deal of patience, nurturing, and silliness! I don't have children of my own but have been babysitting and pet sitting since I was 12! I am currently CPR (including...
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Caitlin M.

A Little About Me!

Holyoke, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
craft assistance
**New to care. com but not new to working hard**I am an experienced, responsible, and reliable professional who is accepting housekeeping, errands/odd jobs, pet care, tutoring, and child care opportunities. I am a recent graduate of Mount Holyoke College, have 13+ years of working experience, and come with loads of references...
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Tanisha S.

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Holyoke, MA

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$19/hr
1 year experience
I've always had a passion for nurturing children's growth, and with over a year of experience as a caregiver, I'm thrilled to be a part of their lives. My patient, creative, and friendly personality helps me connect with children of all ages. I prioritize clear communication with parents, using their preferred method to discuss...
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Maria R.

Holyoke, MA

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$19/hr
9 years experience
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'm a dedicated and compassionate childcare professional with over 8 years of experience working with children of all ages. Currently, I serve as a Paraprofessional in a local school district, where I support students' academic and emotional development. During the summer, I'm seeking a seasonal opportunity to continue working...
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Olivia O.

CPR, AED, And First Aid Certified!

Holyoke, MA

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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am currently available for date nights, week nights, and weekends! I have nine years of extensive childcare experience with all ages. I am CPR, AED, and basic first aid certified for infants, children, and adults and have been for nine years, renewing my certification biyearly and can provide proof of certification! I have a...
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Sophia P.

I Look Forward To Seeing If We're A Great Match For Each Other!

Holyoke, MA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as loving, fun, and outgoing I like working with kids because they're our future leaders! They keep life fun and even though I may be older, they teach me about myself and the world at the same time I'm looking for a job that is safe and clean and respectful. I started working with kids when I was...
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Jenee K.

Fun, Reliable And Caring Nanny

Holyoke, MA

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$16/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Jenee! I have 7+ years of experience in childcare positions from infancy through high school. I would be a great addition to any home. I possess expertise in nurturing, guiding, teaching, disciplining, and providing loving care to children of all ages. I not only have a background as a nanny but also as a...
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Wendy S.

Holyoke, MA

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$18/hr
20 years experience
I'm a passionate and experienced childcare provider with a deep commitment to fostering children's growth and development. Over the last two decades, I've had the pleasure of caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my friendly and approachable nature, helps me build...
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Eleanor P.

Holyoke, MA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Hello! My name is Eleanor, I'm a caring compassionate person who has a lot of love to give! I have been around and worked with children my whole life. And I love sharing my knowledge of music and arts. I love all kinds of animals and am totally comfortable around them. I specialize in being a travel nanny. I can acompony your...
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Davina D.

About Me

Holyoke, MA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'm a tutor and caretaker with years of hands-on experience helping people grow in confidence, communication, and self-expression. My background includes homeschooling, administration, sales, and hiring-fields that have sharpened my ability to connect with others, adapt to different learning styles, and communicate clearly. I...
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Bar W.

Holyoke, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
When my sons were little, I operated a home childcare in both Massachusetts and New Hampshire. I earned my certificates in Elementary and Special Ed (K-8).
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Helen B.

Northampton, MA

4.2(1)
from
$29/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I just moved from Massachusetts to Chicago and am looking for a wonderful family to work for. I absolutely adore kids and love seeing their perspective of life and just learning more about the world through their eyes. Whenever I babysit, I like to incorporate nature and creative play into our time together, whether that...

Daniel B. says "Helen has been a great babysitter. She is always on time dependable and very cheerful with our toddler son and he responds very well to her playful...

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Cassie C.

Grad Student Seeking Some Childcare Gigs!

Northampton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am only available for one time gigs (of course we can become regulars if it works out too) in Issaquah or nearby areas. Think date night type of gigs, and am often available all day Mondays! I spent four summers working with children in a summer camp environment teaching private and group swim lessons to kids age 3 through...

Erin N. says "Cassie was awesome to work with and amazing with our 4 year old son. He's a pretty active and Cassie was more than happy to take him to the lake and skate...

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Dana D.

Northampton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
Hello! My name is Dana. I am a recent graduate of UMass Amherst with a Bachelors of Science degree in Animal Science and Pre-Veterinary medicine. I have worked as a veterinary technician for 4 years. I have experience babysitting for 13 years, with ages 0-13 years old. In the past I have worked at summer camps, assisting...

Elise B. says "We hired Dana for a date night- she came by to meet the kids ahead of time as requested. Was on time both times. Very friendly, both my kids warmed to her...

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Yanira O.

Springfield, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
Hi! My name is Yanira. I have had experience caring for children since the age of 12, when I babysat my niece. I have 3 children of my own ranging from 15-25 yrs old. I have learned throughout the years that caregivers can make a huge impact on a child's life. I enjoy the outdoors, love animals, arts&crafts, cooking and creating...

Care Member says "Yanira served as a full time nanny for my twin 2 year old boys for a year. I have employed many nannies before meeting Yanira and I must say that she...

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Patcharaporn P.

Fun-loving And Trustworthy Nanny

Springfield, MA

4.8(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Trustworthy-loving and patient nanny with 5+ years of experience caring for newborns, infants, toddlers and preschooler. Skilled in meal prep, swimming and driving. Expertise in arts&craft, outdoor play, storytelling, music and movement.

Care Member says "Patcharaprn has been working as a nanny for our baby girl (approx 3 mo old) for over a month and is an excellent caregiver! Our daughter is still in her...

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Krista X.

Babysitter Available

Chicopee, MA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
My name is Danni. I recently separated from the Air Force. I have lots of experience with kids ranging from new born to teenager. I am very active and I like to get involved with the kids' activities such as sports, homework, hobbies and etc. I can prepare snacks/ meals and make sure homework is taken care off. I have a vehicle,...

Keira H. says "My boys have loved having her around and we are so sad that our schedules won't be matching up for this semester! We would absolutely hire again!"

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.64/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Holyoke, MA

Babysitters in Holyoke, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Jenelismar R.

Jenny is great! We love having her. She is punctual, thorough, great will the kids and loves to engage them both with their different...

- Abigail D.

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.

Emma L.

Emma has been watching my daughter since she was an infant and is one of the only sitters that pays attention to all the rules and quirks of...

- Oceana S.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Holyoke, MA:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Holyoke, 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 14 babysitters in Holyoke, 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 Holyoke, MA babysitters on Care.com is $19.64 per hour as of July 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 Holyoke, 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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