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Jessica M.

Experienced Nanny

Petersham, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi i'm Jess! I'm a Mom of 2 and have been working as a nanny for children 0-10 (primarily with infants and toddlers) for 9 years. I love to study child development and early childcare through college courses, online seminars, online certifications, books, and podcasts. I am most passionate about gentle childcare and believe all...

Emily A. says "Jess is the BEST NANNY IMAGINABLE!!! She is loving, warm, creative, teaches kindness and cooperation and healthy routines. I felt so good having my kids in...

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A Future Sitter With Lots Of Experience..

Barre, MA

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$16/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
Hi my name is Hailey! I have 7 years experience with childcare along with an associates degree in business administration. I am a former toddler teacher at Precious one's daycare. (1yr + experience.) CPR + First Aid certification (infant, toddler & adult trained.) I am also EEC certified with the state of Massachusetts.
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Babysitter/caregiver

Templeton, MA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
I have been babysitting and caring for children for over 15 years. I have experience with infants and children with moderate and severe special needs. I believe children are the greatest joy in life and pride my self in being a responsible and compassionate caregiver.
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Athol, MA

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Hi, I'm Immaculate! I'm passionate about providing safe, nurturing, and structured care for children. I have 2 years of paid experience where I cared for children 6 - 18yrs at Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health in Rutland. I have years of personal experience caring for infants as a mother and auntie myself. What I Offer: -...
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Hi! My Name Is Erin And I'd Be Happy To Create A Fun And Safe Environment For Your Children :)

Barre, MA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hi! My name is Erin. I am 24 years old. I have 2 years of experience. I have worked with 3 families. I have cared for twins (11 years old), a 3-year-old, a 9-year-old and a 12-year-old and have experience with infants/toddlers at daycare. I am CPR certified and EEC certified. I can help with meal prep, travel, laundry, homework,...
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Full-Time Nanny Available

Erving, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
Hi! I am a former elementary school teacher turned nurse, who misses working with kiddos and is hoping to babysit again as a result! I worked as an infant teacher at Smith's CECE for a year prior to starting my ABSN program. Before that, I taught fourth and first grade, silversmithing at a camp in Maine to girls aged 7-15,...

Isabella W. says "Maddie was wonderful, we loved having her come watch our toddler son on a very occasional basis. She made us feel very comfortable from the start, which...

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Part Time Nanny; Seeking A Family That Follows Strict COVID Safety Guidelines.

Spencer, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
Greetings, I am an educator and experienced nanny. I have provided care for infants, toddlers and young children. I have worked in a public school as a behavioral therapist for 6 years (grades K-6), providing educational and behavioral support to students with and with out cognitive and developmental challenges. I have an...

Danielle A. says "Merecedes watched our 4 month old this summer for several weeks. She is loving, calm, punctual, careful, listens to instructions, goes above and beyond...

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Experience, Responsible and Fun Babysitter

Gardner, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have experience with children ranging in age from infants to teenagers. I have babysat for several families and was a full time personal nanny for a year and a half. I am currently a EEC certified teacher for all ages at a daycare, but looking for something with more one on one quality interaction. I currently have 4-year-old...

Chris G. says "Kerri has been our F/T Nanny for use for past 1 1/2yrs. She is caring and wonderful. Our children love her and she has become a big part of the family. We...

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Experienced, Compassionate And Fun!

Hubbardston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Experienced, compassionate, fun! Mother of grown & flown sons, and retired high school teacher. I have worked with multiple families in varying capacities including facilitating at-home learning during pandemic school shut downs, providing before-school support for Elementary as well as care for infants/ pre-schoolers.

Ryan G. says "I was so thankful for Andi’s availability and support last year while I was looking for a permanent full-time nanny for my 1 and 3 year old. Andi is a...

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Early Education Enthusiast

Ashburnham, MA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I am EEC teacher certified in infant, toddler, and preschool rooms. I've worked in a professional childcare/preschool setting for 4 years and have been a professional nanny for the last 5 years. I have experience with all ages but have specifically nannied children 0-6. I use science based developmentally appropriate practices...

Amanda D. says "Nikki has been caring for my two children (ages 1 and 2.5) for almost a year. She started when my daughter was only 3.5 months old. My kids love her and...

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Occasional Childcare Provider

Orange, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am 39-years-old and have been working with children for 25 years. I have a vast experience with children of all ages, including newborns. I have worked in many childcare provider positions such as a daycare teacher, babysitter, camp counselor, and nanny. I am Director II certified through the Massachusetts Department of Early...

Elisa M. says "I hired Krista to take care of our 11 months son while we were in Boston. She has been really great and we would love to work with her again. She was...

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Amherst, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
Hello, my name is Casey and I would love to work with you! I'm fun, patient, and creative with 7 years of experience from infants to elementary school kids. I love encouraging kids to play outside and explore the world around them. I have lots of success keeping kids engaged and excited about whatever we're doing, whether it's...

Care Member says "We all enjoyed the afternoon, thanks to Casey! I stayed in the house while Casey entertained our seven month old baby for two hours. Amazingly, all I...

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Child care

Winchendon, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I truly value the opportunity to enrich the lives of young children as a nanny- I have 25yrs exp w/ infants to teens, and several years teaching toddlers/preschool. Being a nanny is more than a job to me; I take pride in becoming an extension of family. I've helped raise many great kids and can't imagine doing anything else! My...

Melissa M. says "Kim is amazing with children! My family has had the pleasure of having her look after all three of my children. I have infant twins and a 4yr old. She...

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Part-time Caregiver

Amherst, MA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Parent to a 7-year-old neurodivergent kiddo. Part-time caregiver, full-time Mama. Certified postpartum doula Certified RedCross Basic Life Support & Adult/infant CPR and First Aid Narcan administration trained Certified CPI for de-escalation
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Part Time Care Giver,babysitter,nanny,petsitter

Amherst, MA

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
I have been working with children since I was 14. babysitting for different families in my community. I worked as a camp counselor at the local day camp for two years working with second graders and third graders, as well as the preschool. I also babysat for a family of three children with the ages of 7, 3 and 5 months. I also...
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Paxton, MA

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$22/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
- able to care for infants/toddlers (including - laying down for naps, diaper changes, bottles, etc) - tutoring/homework help experience
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Full-Time Caregiver

Oakham, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I'm compassionate, trustworthy and reliable. I've been a nurse at umass memorial- Harrington Hospital for 2. 5 years. BLS/ACLS certified. Full time mommy to my now 4-month-old, Avery. Lots of experience with infants-teens throughout all of my years nannying/babysitting and now a mother myself! If you're fine with me bringing...
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Experienced, Caring, Active Educator And Nanny Looking For Part-time Position.

Ashburnham, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
Hello. I have spent my life working with children, in various roles. I consider myself to be an energetic, optimistic, motivated person that enjoys all life has to offer. My experience ranges from working as a nanny for 10+ years (infant-teen), along with raising my 17-year-old daughter, and running a household. I am also...
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Montague, MA

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$25/hr
17 years experience
I have 17 years of experience providing a nurturing and safe environment for children of all ages. I'm passionate about child development and education, and I believe that play is essential for a child's healthy growth. I love playing board games, puzzles, and other educational games that promote learning. I also enjoy taking...
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Jefferson, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a mother of 5 kids and an adorable golden doodle. My kids are 18, 17, 14, and 20-month-old twins. I'm currently looking to find a fun and loving family to work for, a job that is flexible and may even will allow me to bring along my twins on some days. Along with being a mom for the last 18 years I have worn many other hats...
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  • 58 infants child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated infants child care is 5.0

Recent infant child care reviews from local parents in Petersham, MA

Infants Child Care in Petersham, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 58 listed infants child care

Jessica M.

Jess is the BEST NANNY IMAGINABLE!!! She is loving, warm, creative, teaches kindness and cooperation and healthy routines. I felt so good...

- Emily A.

Maddie C.

Maddie was wonderful, we loved having her come watch our toddler son on a very occasional basis. She made us feel very comfortable from the...

- Isabella W.

Mercedes M.

Merecedes watched our 4 month old this summer for several weeks. She is loving, calm, punctual, careful, listens to instructions, goes...

- Danielle A.

FAQs for finding infant child care near you in Petersham, MA

If you’re wondering what child care for infants near me costs, you can use Care.com to gain some clarity. You can search through infant child care provider profiles near you in Petersham, MA to see what each provider in your area charges. On average the hourly rate for infant child care in Petersham, MA, is $15.00.

You can find full time or part time infant child care near you in Petersham, MA by using Care.com to review the profiles of local caregivers. You can check out what a variety of infant child care providers charge, what types of infant child care services they offer, and can learn more about their experience. You can even read reviews from other families they worked with

The infant child care services available near you in Petersham, MA can vary, but generally involves caretaking, light housework, cooking or food prep, and sleep training. You can interview different infant child care providers to learn more about what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on.

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When interviewing an infant child care provider near you in Petersham, MA, you can ask them any questions that will help you get an idea if they’re the right fit for your family. You can ask them about past work experiences, how they handle certain conflicts that may arise, and you can even introduce them to your child to see if they connect well.

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