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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
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 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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Izadora R.

Part Time And Occasional Babysitter!

Sunderland, MA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! Part Time And Occasional Babysitter! I am a full time working medical assistant in Northampton looking for families needing some time for errands or date nights. I am currently limited to primarily weekends and occasional weeknight evenings. Please message me if you have any questions. I do have experience with...

Brittanie J. says "Izzy goes above and beyond to be creative, helpful, kind, imaginative and dynamic with my daughters and helping manage my household. She is consistent,...

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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
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 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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Rachel M.

Arts And Crafts Loving And Responsible Babysitter

Springfield, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi families! My name is Rachel and I graduated from the UMass Amherst with a degree in Linguistics & Psychology. I most recently was a teacher at the Celebree School in Philadelphia where I worked with infants & young toddlers. I moved back to Mass to go back to school to become an art teacher! I've been a full time nanny,...

Care Member says "Rachel takes care of our little guy as if he’s her own. She’s constantly checking in with me throughout the day by text, asking questions to confirm...

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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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Annie D.

Nanny/ Mother's Helper

East Longmeadow, MA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
For the last 18 years, I have been successfully raising two really great kids- my twin sons. Over the years, we have done everything from little hikes near our house, Lego building, reading, craft projects to having them teach me how to properly throw and catch a football. I have also had the privilege of caring for an autistic...
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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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Brooklyn C.

Experienced Babysitter Available

Springfield, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
My name is Brooklyn and I am a 25-year-old working in talent acquisition and recently moved to the Springfield, MA area. I am experienced with all types of children at any age. I am a volunteer cheer-leading and gymnastic coach, so I am able to work with large groups of children at a time. I also am a volunteer tutor, so I am...

Len C. says "Brooke was amazing. Extremely dependable and great with our kids. She helped with homework, played outside and drove them to all activities. -Len C."

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Dana D.

Northampton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 15 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
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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Sherley M.

Brookfield, MA

5.0(1)
from
$11/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Fostering a child's growth and development is my true passion, and I have dedicated the last seven years to making a positive impact on the lives of the children in my care. I am a patient, creative, and approachable caregiver who loves engaging children through outdoor sports, board games, and educational activities. I am...

Nandini D. says "Sherley was really relaxed and easy for my kids to get to know. She was quick to respond to messages, showed up on time, and had fun with my 2 and 5 year...

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Lucia M.

Part-time Babysitter

Amherst, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I come from a very large family, so I have been taking care of kids from a very young age. I can change diapers, feed babies, walk kids, take them to the park or play with them. I am going to school to become a primary school teacher, so I love working with children from all ages. I can also tutor/ help with homework if needed....

Benjamin B. says "Lucia cared for my daughter while I was away on the west coast. Lucia was responsible for care between the end of the school day and the evening when...

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Melyssa O.

Nanny

Holyoke, MA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
4 years experience
*Nanny/ Babysitter Available* Hi families! I am a nanny with 4 years of experience. A little about me and my experience: -Household manager experience -Children as young as 3 months -Children with Autism/ ADHD -Experience with several children -Clean driving record -CPR, AED, and First Aid certified by the Red...

Natalie C. says "Melyssa is an absolute delight. Very active and outgoing. She is always coming up with new activities and is super adventurous. My sons couldn’t get...

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Krista X.

Babysitter Available

Chicopee, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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Leighanne D.

Springfield, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
I have over 30 years of experience caring for children ages newborn through preteens. I began babysitting at the young age of 11 after taking a babysitting class, then served as a nanny for 5 years through junior high and high school prior to working at a daycare. I am now a licensed educator with first aid and CPR training and...

Care Member says "Leighanne was a godsend! She was very amazing, showed up before the start time and made sure my daughter was taken well care of! Definitely will be...

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Emily Y.

Meet Emily

Holyoke, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have 12 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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Suwayna R.

Full Time Babysitter For The Summer And Winter Break

Springfield, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello, families! My name is Sue. I love babysitting children. I am an easy, funny, clean, respectful and outgoing person who loves enjoying the simple things in life. I pride myself on my integrity and honesty. I cherish spending time with children and have seven years of experience caring for children. I am also extremely...

Alison A. says "Suwayna was easy to get a hold of and responded promptly. We hired her for one day. She was neat and engaged well with our 2 year old without overwhelming...

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Emma L.

Holyoke, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
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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Cayla F.

Part-Time Babysitter & Pet Sitter Available

Charlton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Cayla, and I've been caring for children for over 20 years, starting with family, helping in my aunt's daycare, and later working as a Behavior Technician. I have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology with a concentration in Child and Adolescent Development and am currently earning my Master's in English and Creative...

Andrew M. says "She is a nice sweet girl. She helped me with my 3 kids and 2 dogs a Bull Mastiff and a German Shepard Mix. She was always early and did more than I...

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Louise S.

Young At Heart Nanny

Chicopee, MA

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
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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Sarah S.

Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny/Pet-Care

Charlton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! I'll keep this short and sweet as I know time is a valuable thing. I have been working with kids of all ages and abilities for over 16 years. I have a BA in Psychology and Ethnics studies and will be returning to school for a Masters in Social Work come September. I currently work for the local middle school as a...

Angela R. says "Sarah, worked for us during fall 2011. My husband is a teacher and during the fall he also coaches football. We needed care for after school for our 7th...

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  • The average posted rate is $21.00/hr as of September 2026

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Ware, MA

Babysitters in Ware, MA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Paige H.

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

- Pia K.

Izadora R.

Izzy goes above and beyond to be creative, helpful, kind, imaginative and dynamic with my daughters and helping manage my household. She is...

- Brittanie J.

Helen B.

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...

- Daniel B.

Common questions about hiring a babysitter in Ware, MA

The average rate for babysitters in Ware, MA on Care.com is $21.25 per hour as of September 2026. 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 Ware, 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 4 babysitters in Ware, 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 Ware, 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 Ware, 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 Ware.
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 Ware offer flexible or same-day availability.

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