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Miranda B.

Part Time-care Giver, Very Flexible Schedule.

Northampton, MA

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
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...
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Graduate Student

Sunderland, MA

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Mateo. I am a first-year grad student pursuing a degree in Agriculture. I love people and spend most of my free time serving others; I volunteer often and lead a minority student organization. During the summers, I coordinate a team of undergraduate students for an internship on campus. Outside of work, I love...
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Part-time Or Full-time Care Giver, Errand Runner

Easthampton, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Rav! I have been working in childcare for 10 years and I have been exclusively on care. com since 2020 as a full-time nanny. Last fall, nannying became less of a full-time job, as I started a new job as a high school math teacher for children with moderate disabilities. Since summer is coming, I have full-time...

Ana D. says "The best! Took such loving care of my post-surgical dog, sent regular updates, was timely and reliable, and helped us feel calm leaving the dog in a...

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Part-Time Caregiver

Springfield, MA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
Hello, My name is Nelle Buchanan and I am a college graduate where I received a Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology. I am currently a grad student studying at American International College to become an Occupational therapist. I am First Aid and CPR certified. I have been working in child care for about 8 years now, I have been...

Amber G. says "She has been a wonderful nanny to my 4 children this past year, I would highly recommend her!!!"

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Part-time Caregiver Available

Chicopee, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hi! My name is Abuzar and I'm 31 years old. I am a fun, loving, flexible, responsible person who absolutely loves caring for children. I always have a smile on my face and am a silly, playful and energetic person at heart. I strive to create a fun, happy environment while also making sure everything is safe and responsible. I...

Care Member says "Abuzar was prompt and excited to see our 1.5 year old. He was very playful with our daughter and was receptive to things we wanted him to do. He is...

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Part Time Nanny Available Immediately

Barre, MA

5.0(1)
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$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi! I have 20+ years of experience as a mother. I have owned a family daycare business, and I currently work as a professional nanny. I love working with children. I have provided care for newborns to preteens. I' m responsible and dependable, but also fun and energetic. I love reading, taking walks and crafts. Being a caregiver...

Joyce L. says "I would highly recommend Nicole to any family looking for a nanny or babysitter. In the eight years I've known her, she has truly become part of our...

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Fun Loving, Organized, And Creative

Palmer, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! I currently looking for a part-time nanny position for the 2023 school year, and/ or summer 2024. I am also available for date nights. Please note that in some instances I may need to bring my infant (9 mo) son with me as well! I went to Westfield State and graduated with a license and degree in education in 2015. Since...

Kate M. says "I'm so glad we hired Jackie! She's awesome with kids and goes above and beyond what you would expect from a babysitter. She has great relationships with...

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Part-time Babysitter

Chicopee, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! My name is Ashley and I am currently in college for education! I have 9+ years of experience working with children, ranging from internships, volunteer hours, babysitting, park attendant activities, and Summer camp to my current job as a paraprofessional in an Elementary school. I absolutely adore children and everything...

Care Member says "Ashley has watched my children(10 and 7) for a couple years now. There is not enough space to write about all of Ashley's great qualities. She has...

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West Springfield, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
I recently relocated to West Springfield from Boston and am seeking a long-term placement with a family. I took some time away from in-home care to work full-time in a daycare, where I provided care for 6-10 children at a time. I'm excited to return to working directly with families and am open to both part-time and full-time...

Care Member says "Our daughter can be suspicious of new sitters but Elizabel was wonderful and our daughter would run to her when she saw her. She also provided us...

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Educated, Intelligent, Mature Caregiver Available For Part-Time Position

Holyoke, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
I have been babysitting since I was a teenager, throughout high school, college, and working full time as an adult. I have less energy these days, but I have much more patience and am extremely conscious in the way I care for and interact with children. I believe kids both need and crave structure. I am extremely patient and...

Victoria G. says "Susan has been with our family for more than 3 years, caring for my two sons now aged 6 and 10 through many trying times. She's taught them how to...

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Holyoke, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Part Time Care Giver

Holyoke, MA

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$40/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
Well I worked I have a lot of experience working with kids I have a baby sister of my own that I take care of. I also worked in a day care during the summer and just love kids. One thing besides kids is that I recently graduated from high school with my culinary arts certificate. So I also have a Lil not experience of cooking...
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Part Time Care Giver

Springfield, MA

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$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm actually a mother of two, I have cared for someone's child before that lasted for about a year. I know what it takes to be around children and how to be patient. I love kids, I'm currently going to school to become a nurse and once I'm done I would like to have a job around kids.
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Elementary Teacher And Part Time Fun Sitter

Springfield, MA

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am a senior in the English and elementary program at Springfield college. I have 6 years of experience working with children, I currently am doing my student teaching in Springfield so I am fully CORRI checked and finger printed for all Springfield public schools. I have a car so I can help with Travel and all other...
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Part Time Caregiver W/ Nursing Background

Springfield, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am a 44-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...
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Part Time Care Giver Available

Ludlow, MA

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$23/hr
Light cleaning
I am a 66 yr. Old single woman that has experience with children. I've had 2 of my own and they are grown now. I've had experience with children in the nursery at church as well as preschool children in Sunday school. I do not have any grandchildren so taking care of little ones is definitely something I love to do. I would only...
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Full Time Nanny Starting End Of August! (7 Years In Childcare)

Holyoke, MA

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
Hi, my name is Lydia! I am looking for a family in need of part time care. I have worked in childcare for 7 years. I started as a babysitter/nanny, became the director of an after school program and was a preschool/toddler teacher in the Boston area for 3 years. I work full time as a receptionist and I am interested in part time...
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Part Time Care Giver

Chicopee, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I am a 32-year-old teacher who has experience with a wide age group range of infant - school age. I have worked with children for the last 14 years. I also have a lot of experience with special needs children. I have a strong love and passion for all children of all ages. I love arts and crafts along with playing outside,...
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Part-time Caregiver

Wilbraham, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
My name is Karalyn but I prefer to be called Kara. I am 26 years old living in Medford MA and currently working as an in-home Behavioral Technician at a small company. I am attending Bay Path University to get my master's in Behavior Analysis. I work with children who are diagnosed with autism and other developmental...
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South Hadley, MA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I just graduated from keene state college with a degree in film studies. I am currently working part time in film and part time as a baby sitter. In high school I did some small baby sitting jobs on and off. I am a dedicated dog mom and love working with all kinds of animals as well as kids. I can help with things like Light...
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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

Ravneet G.

The best! Took such loving care of my post-surgical dog, sent regular updates, was timely and reliable, and helped us feel calm leaving the...

- Ana D.

Nelle B.

She has been a wonderful nanny to my 4 children this past year, I would highly recommend her!!!

- Amber G.

Abuzar F.

Abuzar was prompt and excited to see our 1.5 year old. He was very playful with our daughter and was receptive to things we wanted him to...

- Care member

FAQs for finding part time child care near you 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.

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.

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.

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.

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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