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Tasondra J.

Chicopee, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
22 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Greetings, I've been working with a little one for the last 3 years. She's amazing and recently started full days at school. I'm starting a position in December for a wonderful family and have some fill in availability meanwhile. I live in Chicopee and commute to Longmeadow daily at present. I have been a nanny/child care...

Care Member says "Tasondra has been amazing with our toddler! She is an expert when it comes to child development and helped my daughter with learning such important...

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Ravneet G.

Part-time Or Full-time Care Giver, Errand Runner

Easthampton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Rav! I have been working in childcare for 10 years and I have been exclusively on care. com since 2020 as a full-time nanny. Last fall, nannying became less of a full-time job, as I started a new job as a high school math teacher for children with moderate disabilities. Since summer is coming, I have full-time...

Ana D. says "The best! Took such loving care of my post-surgical dog, sent regular updates, was timely and reliable, and helped us feel calm leaving the dog in a...

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Ella C.

Northampton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Ella! I'm looking forward to getting back into childcare after working in the science industry. I have 8 years of childcare experience with kids of all ages. I love cooking so I can prepare food, if needed. Other interests of mine are art, reading, and being outdoors. Send me a message if you are interested!

Erin H. says "My kids love Ella! She has cared for them for almost a year now, frequently in the summers and when she is home on break from college. She is fun,...

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Kristen C.

Part-time Care Giver

Northampton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
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.

Jessica W. says "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...

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Elizabel H.

West Springfield, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
I recently relocated to West Springfield from Boston and am seeking a long-term placement with a family. I took some time away from in-home care to work full-time in a daycare, where I provided care for 6-10 children at a time. I'm excited to return to working directly with families and am open to both part-time and full-time...

Care Member says "Our daughter can be suspicious of new sitters but Elizabel was wonderful and our daughter would run to her when she saw her. She also provided us...

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Abuzar F.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Chicopee, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Abuzar and I'm 31 years old. I am a fun, loving, flexible, responsible person who absolutely loves caring for children. I always have a smile on my face and am a silly, playful and energetic person at heart. I strive to create a fun, happy environment while also making sure everything is safe and responsible. I...

Care Member says "Abuzar was prompt and excited to see our 1.5 year old. He was very playful with our daughter and was receptive to things we wanted him to do. He is...

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Michelle L.

I'm Interested In Being A Nanny For A Family

Granby, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
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,...

Rebecca F. says "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...

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Eden L.

Boston Nanny With 10 Years Of Experience

Florence, MA

3.5(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
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...

Daniel B. says "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...

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Tabbatha C.

Date Night Sitter with Plenty of Experience

Chicopee, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
As a parent, I know that we all need a night out. Growing up, I watched siblings and cousins. Now, as an adult, I watch my nieces and nephews, as well as having two boys of my own. I love spending time with kids and watching them have fun doing their own thing. I also like to encourage outdoor play, crafts, and educational...

Care Member says "She was on time, pleasant, engaging, and a joy right from the beginning "

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Nicholas O.

Part-Time Caregiver

Hatfield, MA

4.8(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I'm 30 and have been a professional nanny for over 8 years. LGBTQ+ friendly here! I've also taught English and provided childcare in Mexico, Guatemala, Peru, and most recently at an orphanage in Tanzania. I taught children's theatre in Portland, Oregon for 3 years (K-5th, 100+ kids weekly) and have loved theatre my whole life....

Care Member says "Nick is a treasure! He watches our 2 and 5 year olds full time. He was energetic and proactive, developing activities and thematic curricula that...

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Ashley M.

Part-time Babysitter

Chicopee, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
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...

Care Member says "Ashley has watched my children(10 and 7) for a couple years now. There is not enough space to write about all of Ashley's great qualities. She has...

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Nadia B.

Springfield, MA

4.8(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
I have experience taking care newborns and up. Being around kids is my passion. I like to play with kids any kind of games, I am so active and charismatic. I'm always making new plans and activities for the kids in English and Spanish so they can learn, (if you are interested) play and have fun. You can trust in my care because...

Ashlee B. says "Nadia is amazing. She's great with children, and has a lot of experience. Her work ethic is impeccable and treats the children she works with like her...

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Candice G.

Part-Time/ Occasional Experienced Nanny/Babysitter

Northampton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
Looking for someone to care for your children who is reliable, nurturing, and passionate about what she does? I am a full-time early intervention occupational therapist who has been working with children most of my life as a babysitter, a full-time nanny, and now as an OT. As a healthcare professional I have advanced training in...

Erin O. says "Candice has been helping me with my two boys (current ages 9 and 2) for well over a year now. She is fantastic with them - and with us! We adore her and...

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Lilian O.

Northampton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Lilian and I just finished my bachelors degree at Smith College and I'm currently in Doctor of Physical Therapy School. I've been babysitting for 8 years and I have experience with kids and toddlers of all ages. I love arts and crafts, music, cooking, and playing outside!

Lauren K. says "Lillian cared for our 3 year old and 10 month old for many Fridays this past summer. Lillian showed up on time in the morning, quickly took charge, and...

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Helen B.

Northampton, MA

4.2(1)
from
$29/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
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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Emily Y.

Meet Emily

Holyoke, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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Lauren E.

Preschool Teacher Available To Nanny And Babysit

Easthampton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a preschool teacher and childcare provider with over 15 years of experience caring for infants and children of all ages. Currently I am in graduate school for early childhood education and hope to start teaching kindergarten next year! My work with children is grounded in a love of fun and an understanding of what children...

Lizzie B. says "Lauren is amazing. I wish I could have her at my house everyday. She has a calming presence (on me and my twins) that can't be taught. My girls love her...

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Paige H.

Experienced Babysitter/nanny

Florence, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have raised three children of my own plus watched children throughout the years from infant to school age. I also have several years experience as a kindergarten side in the public school system as well as substitute teaching in the public schools and a private preschool.

Pia K. says "Paige is great at everything! I jokingly call her 'wonder woman'! She helped me with my children, with various projects around the house, cooking, cleaning,...

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Acadia B.

Available For Part-time Caregiving!

Northampton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$14/hr
I have experience working with several children in the past five years. Most of the children I've cared for have been between ages of 3-6, but am willing to care for all ages.

Daniel B. says "Acadia has been a life saver for us. We have hired her countless times to look after our very discerning 4 year old son, and he just absolutely loves her...

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Louise S.

Young At Heart Nanny

Chicopee, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi my name is Louise, kids like to call me Weezie!! I love being a Nanny!!! Being a mother of 3 older children myself, and 20+ years of childcare... I know children hold a special place in my heart . I am so grateful to have been involved in some great families and childrens' lives!! (8 beautiful families from Care. com to date)...

Care Member says "Louise is the TOTAL PACKAGE. Our kids are now almost 3 and 6, and Louise started with our family when my youngest was a newborn. She has raised my kids...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.69/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in South Hadley, MA

Babysitters in South Hadley, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Tasondra J.

Tasondra has been amazing with our toddler! She is an expert when it comes to child development and helped my daughter with learning such...

- Care member

Ravneet G.

The best! Took such loving care of my post-surgical dog, sent regular updates, was timely and reliable, and helped us feel calm leaving the...

- Ana D.

Ella C.

My kids love Ella! She has cared for them for almost a year now, frequently in the summers and when she is home on break from college. She...

- Erin H.

Common questions about hiring a babysitter in South Hadley, MA

The average rate for babysitters in South Hadley, MA on Care.com is $17.69 per hour as of November 2025. Rates can vary depending on the babysitter’s experience, the ages of your children, and the types of responsibilities you need help with. Duties like preparing meals, handling bedtime routines, caring for infants, or supervising multiple children may influence the overall rate. Many families also find that evening, weekend, or last-minute care can be priced differently. For a broader look at typical pricing, you can explore how much babysitters cost and use the Care.com cost calculator to help estimate your total expenses.

Finding a babysitter in South Hadley, MA often starts with asking people you trust, such as friends, relatives, or neighbors, for recommendations. Many families also look in local parenting groups or community forums where other parents share their experiences. On Care.com, you can browse 13 babysitters in South Hadley, MA, each with information about their background, availability, and reviews from nearby families. Taking time to compare profiles and understand each sitter’s experience, age-group comfort, and approach to childcare can help you find someone who fits your family’s routine and expectations.

Babysitters in South Hadley, MA offer a range of services to support different family schedules and childcare needs. Many caregivers focus on afternoon routines, including after-school sitters who help with pick-ups, homework, and evening transitions. Families who need extended coverage can look for overnight sitters who stay through the night and assist with bedtime care. You can also find sitters who specialize in caring for infants, such as infant babysitters experienced with feeding, naps, and developmental routines. Many babysitters are available for weekend help or general childcare, and some can take on tutoring responsibilities if your child needs academic support. Reviewing each sitter’s profile can help you understand their experience, availability, and the types of care they are most comfortable providing.

When choosing a babysitter in South Hadley, it’s helpful to consider their experience, comfort with your child’s age group, and familiarity with common childcare duties. Many families look for babysitters who communicate clearly, arrive on time, and have positive reviews from other parents. It can also be useful to understand the typical responsibilities of a babysitter so you know what to expect during each visit. For a broader sense of the qualities families value most, you can explore what makes a good babysitter, especially if you’re hiring someone for infants, bedtime routines, or after-school care.

Babysitters typically provide occasional or part-time care, such as evenings, weekends, or short-term help when parents are away. Nannies usually work more consistent hours and may take on additional responsibilities like planning activities, helping with children’s schedules, or supporting daily routines. Understanding the differences can help you decide which type of caregiver best fits your family’s needs in South Hadley.

How early you should book a babysitter depends on when and how long you need care. For busy times like weekends, holidays, or evenings, it can help to reach out several days in advance. If you need ongoing or recurring help, contacting sitters ahead of time gives you more options and allows you to schedule interviews and meet-and-greets. For last-minute care, many babysitters in South Hadley offer flexible or same-day availability.

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