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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 6 years
Part time babysitters in Amherst, MA
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am searching for a full time longterm childcare position. I have been babysitting/Nannying for over 25 years. I love kids, animals, and the outdoors. I have experience with kids of all ages from infants to 16 years old, including twins. There is something about spending time with children that keeps me sane. I have a MS in...
Tamarra can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
I have worked with children ages ranging from 4 days old to 15 years old. I have been babysitting for 10 plus years. I have a degree in Elementary Education and Special Education and a concentration in Behavioral Studies. I worked at a daycare and have experience in all ages from infant to preschool. Multiple children at a time...
Catherine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Haley L.
Granby, MA
$20/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hi I'm Haley! I have been involved with child care for the last 9 years. I have spent additional time babysitting over the years as well as in classroom educational hours while completing my bachelors degree in early childhood education.
I'm currently a full time nanny for a wonderful 1-year-old and I've been with this family...
Haley can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello families! My name is Hanna and I am currently getting my masters in social work at University after receiving my bachelors at College. I have 8+ years of babysitting and house sitting experience and I currently work as a special education assistant with children on the autism spectrum. I am free during afternoons and...
Hanna can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Brandi E.
Northampton, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Smart, Creative Nanny/Babysitter Available For Part- Or Full-time Care!
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Creative, passionate early childhood specialist with 20+ years of experience working with children in multiple settings, including daycare classrooms, small-group tutorial programs, one-on-one childcare, and as a children's photographer and entertainer. I have experience with children from 0-10 years old, but I'd say my sweet...
Brandi can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
I am a 41-year-old single mother of two sets of twins.
Former owner of an in-home daycare which I closed due to moving.
I am also a nationally certified & licensed Nurse Assistant as well as Home Health Aide. I am also a lic. phlebotomist & CPR/AED certified.
I have an extensive (20 year) background in health and fitness and...
Ann can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Rebecca P.
Northampton, MA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Park Ranger And EMT Turned Grad Student In School Counselor Education
*Current availability: part-time beginning June 2024.*
Thank you for taking the time to read my bio! Offering trust to those supporting your child/children is a big deal - one I don't take lightly.
I'm invested in offering person-centered, safety-first, rapport-building care to learners of all ages.
I've been working in...
Rebecca can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a graduate with many years of babysitting/nanny experience. I have had several child-care job experiences since moving to the valley 6 years ago-- both full-time, part-time and parent's assist jobs. I have a some spanish/some german, math knowledge through calculus, strong writing/educational background (ability to tutor...
Rebekah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am new to using this website, however, I've had many years of experience with kids ages 1-8. I enjoy reading, do arts and crafts with kids, going outside and adventuring, and cooking. I have a degree in Environmental studies, with minors in food systems and art from the University of Vermont. I am an herbalist, lover of food,...
Nadia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Hi! My name is Sarah, and I am a rising senior at UMass Amherst as an Early Childhood Education major. I am currently available for part time babysitting and for date nights throughout the summer. I have mostly open availability as of right now. Also, I have 3+ years of experience working with children ages 2-9 and am...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
Rachel B.
Northampton, MA
$18-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I'm new to the area and looking for part-time nanny/babysitting opportunities. I have 10+ years of experience caring for kids of all ages (as well as special needs) and I am patient, warm, and energetic.
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have grown up with two younger siblings spending lots of time over the years caring for them as an older sibling. I began babysitting at age 13 and have not stopped since then. I have worked as a youth after school care program leader for over two years though the ymca. I love to interact and learn from the minds of kids. I...
Miranda can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Currently a special education teacher. Experience in home, classroom and with children ranging from new born to middle school.
Madyson can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I'm Cal, I'm 25, and I'm looking for a summer babysitting position. I work as a 1:1 para in a middle school and love connecting with young people as a calm, compassionate, and playful guide. I've been told that I'm a good listener.
I worked for 7 summers as a camp counselor and 1 year as a preschool assistant teacher. I...
Caroline can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
I have been a babysitter/nanny for the past 12 years, ages ranging between 4 months-12 years old. I was a live-in nanny from 2012-2015 for a family of three kids, two girls and a boy. I am excellent at coming up with fun activities/games that are entertaining, educational and screen free. I am a strong believer in using the...
Hali can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi i'm Aviva! I am a rising sophomore at Vassar College and I have been working in childcare since I was 10 and have babysat and nannied ever since. I love being around kids and have 6 siblings myself, 4 of which are younger so I am always helping out. I am comfortable with kids of all ages and most recently was a full time...
Aviva can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
I have over 10 years of childcare experience including as a classroom paraprofessional, nanny, babysitter, and overnight camp counselor. I am a student of attachment theory and the polyvagal theory and I use loving-kindness, relationship building, routines, and firm limit setting to build a stable, warm, predictable environment...
Alexandra can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Grace K.
Northampton, MA
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I'm a reliable, patient, and creative person with experience caring for and teaching all ages (infant -young adult). I am extremely organized, a great multitasker, and happy to help with cleaning, cooking, and errands. I've spent many summers working as a residential assistant to elementary students in academic programs at...
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
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...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hi, I'm Sarah. I'm an artist, and lover of children and animals. I graduated from Smith College in May 2020 with a degree in film and media studies.
I believe that the greatest benefit of private child care is having someone who can actively engage with your child and cater to their specific interest and learning styles. As...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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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 $16.27.
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.