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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Isabella! I am an upbeat sitter looking to help some families. I have experience with children ages 2 to 17. I love crafts, outdoor adventures, reading, games, and more. I am comfortable with pets and do not mind meal prepping/cleaning. I just graduated from UMass last year and live in the Amherst area. Aside from...
Isabella can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Isabella has been great! She is flexible, reliable and has gone above and beyond for me when I have needed extra help. She is a wonderful babysitter that I trust completely and my kids really like her too!!"
Sara T.
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Four years of paid babysitting experience along with several years of caring for my two younger brothers. I am able to cook, clean, change diapers, and feed. I can help with all ages.
Mackenzie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"MacKenzie watched my daughter in our hotel room while I went to a wedding. She was on time, great with my daughter, communicated well and even got her to sleep (which is no easy task)! I would absolutely hire her again! Wish she lived near us!"
Elizabeth H.
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Who I am: My name is Shelley and I am a happily married 58-year-old woman who has two grown children. We have three cats and a mini schnauzer. We have always lived in New Salem and have always had pets. I recently lost my job as a medical professional when my wonderful boss moved to Louisiana. I miss having spending money....
Shelley can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance, errands & more
5.0
"Shelley is a wonderful individual. She is reliable,extremely pleasant and devoted. She should be hired immediately!"
Deborah F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm available for occasional childcare, date nights, pet care, transportation, and some errands/odd jobs! Feel free to message me for last minute morning care.
I do not have any weekday afternoon availability during the school year.
I firmly believe that I am not only being paid to simply supervise your child, but also to be...
Julia can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We came across Julia as a last minute babysitter for my 1 year old son. She was one of the best babysitter/nanny that I have ever come across. She is extremely reliable and dependable. She communicates very well. Her calm personality is wonderful. She is able to...
Sarena S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I cared for one woman for seven years. We did many lovely things together--movies, museums, flower shows, gardening, shopping. I developed a very close relationship with her and her family and extended family. Working with her on a daily basis, we got very close. She had Alzheimer's, which was somewhat controlled for a long...
Paola can also help with: Transportation, dementia, errands, personal care, respite care, home modification & more
5.0
"Paola was gentle, smiling, creative, caring and altogether lovely to have in my home. She took loving care of my husband. I would recommend her most highly."
Judy G.
I am an extremely creative and energetic individual who has worked with people of all ages and all abilities. My experience with children has been in a variety of settings including at-risk youth in a hospital and babysitting children in their homes. Some of the children I have worked with have had disabilities both physical and...
Kathryn can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Camryn R.
Amherst, MA
$16-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! I am Camryn, a current senior at UMass Amherst studying Communication Disorders. I live in Amherst during the semester and I would love to nanny while there!
My upcoming semester schedule is very flexible.
I'd describe my personality as patient, empathetic, and caring.
I like working with kids because you can easily...
Camryn can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'm a Junior Deans List student at the Isenberg School of Management at the university of Massachusetts Amherst. I have been working with children since I was 13 from my counselor jobs, babysitting, coaching, tutoring, and lifeguarding. I've been responsible for kids of all ages. With my years of babysitting, I have experience...
Lindsey can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lindsey is phenomenal with my kids! She’s patient, caring, fun and they love having her!"
Care member
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a senior nursing student at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. I am CPR and first aid certified and have completed over 500 clinical hours during my nursing education including hours working with pediatric patients in the hospital and school setting. I have worked in childcare since I was 15 as a camp...
Blaize can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Monique L.
Amherst, MA
$13-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Monique can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Haley, and I am a senior college student at UMass Amherst. I have experience with childcare starting at age 13, and am also a dance instructor as well as an after school program counselor. I have experience working with children of all ages, including those with developmental, intellectual, and physical...
Haley can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a responsible and caring student who absolutely loves children. In the past, I have mostly volunteered to tutor children in elementary and middle school. Besides tutoring, I have a huge variety of interests including music, arts & crafts, movies, and cooking. I feel incredibly happy to share these with kids, and would...
Madhura can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
I can help with any and all animals, I've probably owned them too! I'm an Animal Science major at UMass Amherst and I have experience working in animal clinics with injured animals as well as caring for my own pets when injured. I am also able to work with animals who tend to have difficult temperaments!
Mackenzie can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, pet walking, pet transportation
I am a current senior at Umass Amherst, originally from the Berkshires. I have over 8 years of childcare experience and am looking to work as I finish my degree. I have worked as a camp counselor, a swim instructor(as I am a certified lifeguard) a youth soccer and basketball coach, a babysitter and a nanny. I attended a Waldorf...
Skills:
CPR
Emma L.
Amherst, MA
$16-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Emma and I'm a 21yo undergraduate student at UMass Amherst. I'm pursuing a psychology major on both the pre-med and neuroscience tracks. I am currently a licensed and certified EMT-B in MA, and I have an in-depth experience working with children of all ages. I have been babysitting since the age of 13 and was a...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a current graduate student in the transition into my full-time job (mid May-late June) and have reliable transportation to assist with odd jobs and errands around town.
Rebecca V.
Amherst, MA
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Throughout my extensive journey in the pet care industry, I have had the pleasure of nurturing and tending to a diverse array of pets. From the playful energy of dogs and cats to the delicate care required for birds, reptiles, and small mammals, I've honed my skills to cater to the unique needs of each creature.
I have training as an ESOL tutor, as well as peer tutoring experience from high school and college. I can provide help with any of my four languages (French, Italian, Spanish, and English), as well as arithmetic and algebra, statistics, psychology, biology, and history/social studies. I also have years of theater and acting...
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...
Sophie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Hi! My name is Dani, I am 20 years old and a student at Umass Amherst. I have always loved working with kids because it has always come so easy to me. I have 6+ years of experience as a nanny/babysitter. I also work at a daycare and am a substitute teacher for schools in my hometown. Over the years I have come up with my own...
Daniela can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Shutesbury, MA
Isabella G.
5.0
Isabella has been great! She is flexible, reliable and has gone above and beyond for me when I have needed extra help. She is a wonderful babysitter that I trust completely and my kids really like her too!!
- Sara T.
Mackenzie F.
5.0
MacKenzie watched my daughter in our hotel room while I went to a wedding. She was on time, great with my daughter, communicated well and even got her to sleep (which is no easy task)! I would absolutely hire her again! Wish she lived near us!
- Elizabeth H.
Shelley S.
5.0
Shelley is a wonderful individual. She is reliable,extremely pleasant and devoted. She should be hired immediately!
- Deborah F.
Julia L.
5.0
We came across Julia as a last minute babysitter for my 1 year old son. She was one of the best babysitter/nanny that I have ever come across. She is extremely reliable and dependable. She communicates very well. Her calm personality is wonderful. She is able to handle any situation. Because we...
- Sarena S.
Paola D.
5.0
Paola is an extremely capable, responsible and caring caregiver. She has an engaging personality and she immediately formed a deep connection with my wife. She is active and energetic and she pursues projects with enthusiasm. Paola is an excellent cook - and my wife and I are the beneficiaries of...
- Emily K.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Shutesbury, MA:
How can I find a Shutesbury babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Shutesbury, 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 7 babysitters in Shutesbury, MA 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 Shutesbury, MA?
The average rate for Shutesbury, MA babysitters on Care.com is $15.00 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 Shutesbury, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Shutesbury, 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.