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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...
Marilyn I. says "Layannie helped our family with childcare and she was wonderful! She was always kind, patient, knowledgeable and reliable. My kids loved her! Layannie...
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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...
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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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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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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60 part time child care are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $18.31/hr as of November 2025
The average star rating for rated part time child care is 5.0
Recent part time child care reviews from local parents in Amherst, MA
Part Time Child Care in Amherst, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed part time child care
Lucia M.
- Benjamin B.
Layannie H.
- Marilyn I.
Candice G.
- Erin O.
FAQs for finding part time child care near you in Amherst, MA
How much does it cost to hire part time child care near me in Amherst, MA?
Every caregiver on Care.com chooses their own hourly rate and because of this, part time child care rates can vary based on factors like how experienced the caregiver is, where you live, and how many children require care. That being said, the average hourly rate for part time child care providers near you in MA is $18.31.
How can I safely find part time child care near me in Amherst, MA?
To safely hire part time child care near you in Amherst, MA, there are a few steps we strongly recommend you take to learn more about the candidates you are considering hiring. To start, you can run a private background check. You can also interview candidates and can request references from former employers. While we do request that all Care.com part time child care providers complete an annual background check called a CareCheck (all part time child care providers who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run), we do recommend doing your own due diligence.
What types of part time child care services are available near me in Amherst, MA?
The neat part about Care.com, is you can review many different caregiver profiles until you find a part time child care provider near you in Amherst, MA who can meet your family’s needs. Each caregiver lists the responsibilities they feel comfortable helping with on their Care.com profile and you can conduct interviews to learn more about the exact responsibilities they can help you out with.
What interview questions should I ask when looking for part time child care near me in Amherst, MA?
When you do interview a part time child care provider near you in Amherst, MA, you can ask them about their work experience, can inquire as to what caregiving responsibilities they can help with, and can ask them how they would handle certain situations. For example, if your child struggles with homework time, you can ask them how they would handle situations like your child refusing to do their homework.
How many hours a week can I hire part time child care near me in Amherst, MA?
You can interview a few different child care providers until you find one who can provide you with the part time child care you need for however many hours you require. You can set the hours and can find someone whose schedules line up with yours. There are 16 part time child care providers near you in Amherst, MA who may be able to provide you with the right amount of care.
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