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60 part time babysitters are listed in Amherst, MA
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby part time babysitters is 5 years
Part time babysitters in Amherst, MA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jill and I'm a junior in college at UMass Amherst studying psychology and sociology. I've been babysitting for around 4 years now, typically for kids ranging from 3-13 years old. However, I have baby cousins and have experience watching littles too! I'm joining this app to expand my reach to my college town,...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
AVAILABILITY:
From August - November I am coaching soccer every evening 4 - 6 pm, so I am not available during that time.
BIO:
I graduated from Mount Holyoke College in 2021 and have since spent a year working as a full-time special education Paraprofessional in two elementary schools in western mass. I can help with...
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Yacine N.
Amherst, MA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
A Retired Teacher Looking For A Part Time Babysitting Gig :)
Hello, I worked as a teacher for many years, and took care of two of my own children. I am now retired and looking for a part time babysitting gig
Yacine can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Noelani. I am an experienced babysitter, having babysat from the ages 1-12 (and almost every age in between). I have also taught High School English in the Baltimore area. I am comfortable babysitting multiple children at a time. Whether it's playing outside, baking cookies, making crafts, I am down! Learning your...
Noelani can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our girls LOVED Noelani! We were sad that she had to move:( "
Wendi G.
My name is Emilie I am a 21-year-old with years of babysitting experience in not only my family but also my neighborhood and families in town. I babysat my neighbors daughter for 8 years starting from the time she was 4 through the age of 12. After applying for an unpaid internship I was chosen through my high school guidance...
Emilie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
I started babysitting when I was in the sixth grade for multiple families. The youngest I have babysat was 6 months old and the oldest was 13 years old. The most children I have babysat has been 3, but would be willing to babysit more. When babysitting, I usually help the children with homework they have, do activities with...
Amber can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
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: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hi everyone! My name is Sophia and I am a junior at UMass Amherst. I am available on any weekday or weekends for full or part time work. Over the summer I worked at a summer camp through the YMCA for kids ages 5-15, and I also have experience babysitting for children ages 2-5. I am home from college from December 15- January...
Sophia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Hello! My name is Annie and I am graduating from college this spring and moving back home for the summer. I am looking for some part time or full time nanny/babysitting work from mid-May to mid-august as I am moving to Spain at the end of the summer to teach english abroad. I am currently a research assistant for the pediatric...
Anne can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My name is Bianca. I am a junior at University. I am CPR certified, have a car, and would love this opportunity. I worked full time in a daycare as a teacher for a year and a half, and have worked part-time for 3 years with kids prior to that. I love all pets, and don't mind caring for them as well.
Bianca can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Hi, I'm Genevieve! I am a 22-year-old, Massachusetts EEC Certified, Part-time Childcare Assistant with 7 years of experience in Preschool and Childcare. I am also AHA First Aid and CPR Certified.
During the summers, from ages 14 through 21, I worked part-time at HabitOts Preschool in Billerica, MA, where I supervised,...
Genevieve can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
I am a senior in college who is looking for a way to make some extra money babysitting and to become a little more part of the Amherst community and not just the college scene. I currently work at the CEEC Umass working in the preschool classroom with children ages 3-5. I have been there for the past three years and really love...
Clare can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
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...
Candice can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Candice was a fantastic find. We called her last minute for a much needed date night and she showed up within hours, was very respectful and courteous, and was a joy to talk to."
Melissa T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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,...
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Michelle was wonderful with our son! She always had fun activities planned for him. We always felt confident with her and that she took great care of him. Would highly recommend. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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.
5.0
"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 kindness and spirit. She is also very responsible, has never been late, and comes up with great activities...
Daniel B.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a student at Smith College, and a Portland Maine native. Seeking part-time nanny employment, available M-F with weekend and evening availibility. I love all things outdoors, and am diligent about keeping children happy, safe, and off screens. Dedicated and experienced nanny with a genuine love for children, seeking a...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emma is great. She has babysat our two children (1 & 4 years old) many times and has always been amazing with them (and they can be challenging, especially together). We always come home with the in order too! I would recommend Emma to anyone."
Care member
5.0
(1)
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.
Kristen can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"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 and provided effortless-seeming structure, learning, and fun. Besides loving the time with Kristen, all of the...
Jessica W.
4.7
(13)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am 28 and have been a professional nanny for over 7 years. LGBTQ+ friendly here!!!! I have a degree in theatre and a minor in early childhood education/development. In the past 3 years I have also taught English as well as provide childcare in Mexico, Guatemala, Peru, and most recently an orphanage in Tanzania. In addition to...
Nicholas can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nick was fantastic with our three children (7, 4, and 2 at the time). They loved being with him and we always knew he would keep them engaged and happy."
Carly S.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked on and off as a babysitter for several years and have about one year's experience tutoring middle school-aged children. Apart from paid experience, I have grown up taking care of children of all ages. I absolutely love spending time with kids and try my best to turn any situation I can into a learning opportunity....
Mary Madison can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am currently a UMass Amherst doctoral student that works in the Amherst-Pelham public school district. I have been a certified babysitter since the age of 14 and am exceptionally comfortable working with children as I am from an extraordinarily large family myself! I have worked as a caretaker, paraprofessional, teacher's aide...
Kelsey can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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Recent part time babysitter reviews from local parents in Amherst, MA
Noelani S.
5.0
Our girls LOVED Noelani! We were sad that she had to move:(
- Wendi G.
Candice G.
5.0
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 can't say enough good things!
- Erin O.
Michelle L.
5.0
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 often took him on day trips to the playground, park, farm, and even the children's museum. This was the first time we had someone care for one of...
- Rebecca F.
Acadia B.
5.0
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 kindness and spirit. She is also very responsible, has never been late, and comes up with great activities for them to do together. We would...
- Daniel B.
Emma C.
5.0
Emma was great with my kids, super nice and friendly, while providing fantastic care
- Diana I.
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FAQs for finding a part time babysitter near you in Amherst, MA
Are part-time babysitters near me in Amherst, MA safe to hire?
You need to take the steps required to make you feel comfortable when hiring a part-time babysitter near you in Amherst, MA. While all babysitters on Care.com undergo an annual background check called a CareCheck, it’s best to do your own due diligence before hiring babysitters such as interviewing them, reviewing references, and running your own background check.
How can I interview a part-time babysitter near me in Amherst, MA?
When a babysitter is needed part-time and you plan to work with them on a regular basis, you may want to interview a few different candidates. After setting up interviews near you in Amherst, MA, you can ask each babysitter questions about their work style and experience and you can also introduce them to your children to see who they naturally click with.
How much do babysitters get paid an hour near me in Amherst, MA?
How much babysitters are paid near you in Amherst, MA depends on a wide variety of factors including how experienced the babysitter is, how many children require care, and the types of babysitting duties you want them to take on. Keeping all of that in mind, the average hourly rate for part-time babysitters in Amherst, MA is $16.17.
How can I find a part-time babysitter near me in Amherst, MA?
If you’re looking for a part-time babysitter near you in Amherst, MA, you can use Care.com to make your search easier. You can review the profiles of different part-time babysitters until you find one who has the experience you’re looking for and whose rates align with your budget.
What types of services do part-time babysitters offer near me in Amherst, MA?
Part-time babysitters near you in Amherst, MA offer a variety of services, but most focus on providing short-term care for children. Usually you hire a part-time babysitter for one-off babysitting needs such as when you’re attending a child-free wedding or have an appointment you can’t bring your children to. Part-time babysitters can help with homework, light cooking, and keeping your child entertained while you’re out of the house.