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60 babysitters are listed in Longmeadow, MA
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Longmeadow, MA
4.5
(2)
Hi, my name is Brooke! I graduated from Longmeadow High School in 2022. I currently attend Isenberg School of Management at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. I began babysitting and pet care in 2019. I have experience with cats, dogs, and children ages 1-13 years old. I try to keep kids active and outdoors as much as...
Brooke can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Brooke is incredibly kind and was wonderful with our three children. Our kids are 6, 4 and 19 months with a lot of energy. She has watched our children several times and each time brings them a little craft that they absolutely love (we have our painted dinosaurs...
Amy O.
5.0
(1)
I have four years of experience taking care of cats and dogs for family and friends. Over the years my family and I have owned cats, dogs, hamsters, and fish! In addition, I have helped foster cats and find homes for strays. I am a huge animal lover and willing to help out with any pets! I currently own and take care of my...
Brooke can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Audrey W.
Longmeadow, MA
$22-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Audrey, and I am an experienced and dependable sitter with 8 years of experience caring for children of all ages. With my extensive background in childcare, from my time as a youth track coach for Longmeadow Parks & Recreation, to serving as an Environmental Educator for Mass Audubon, and my work as a nanny, I am...
Audrey can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Audrey is a wonderful sitter and is great with the kids and our dog! We have a 9yo boy and a little 4yo girl and they always look forward to the days when Audrey babysits"
Lorraine S.
Alyssa H.
Longmeadow, MA
$15-23/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Alyssa. Im 18 and currently taking a year off of school to save up some money to go next year. Ive been working at Texas Roadhouse for the last 2 years as a Togo hostess. I have an 8-year-old brother who I would get off the bus, pick up from school and watch until my mom got home from work. I also, was babysitting...
Alyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
5.0
"While stationed in Springfield on military orders my family was fortunate enough to find Alyssa for our babysitting needs. We have a set of toddler twins and she always displayed patience and compassion. Our twins loved when she took care of them and I loved how...
Jennifer S.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I'm a reliable and experienced sitter/walker and have worked with dogs for several years. Ever since I can remember, I have always been around and loved animals. In addition to caring for dogs, I have experience working as a barn hand, which includes grooming and tacking horses, cleaning stalls, as well as feeding and...
Audrey can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
My name is Lauren and I am 22 years old. I just graduated from Babson College and will begin working a corporate job in August. I am looking for a family in need of a part-time sitter for the summer and can be very flexible with availability! I have lots of babysitting experience with children of all ages, and while I have not...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Caregiver! I love working with kids and I am a responsible care giver. I am passionate about health and family and friends.
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 6 years of experience. I am almost 21 years old, and I just finished my junior year of college at Westfield State University. I love working with kids and I've been doing it for quite a bit now. On the side I am a recording musician, I sing and play guitar! I have my own car and I'm comfortable with pets. I can help with...
Jacqueline can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hi! My name is Olivia and I am an incoming Senior at Providence College studying business management. I am home for summer break and would love to help with any child care services that are needed in the Longmeadow area. I have worked with children before as a camp counselor and worked at a few local restaurants! Can't wait to...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a retired first-grade teacher. I taught for 25 years in East Longmeadow. After retirement,
I worked as a part-time kindergarten aide in Longmeadow. Most recently, I worked for Grynn and Barrett School Photography. Also, I am a substitute teacher in Longmeadow for elementary schools (K-5).
Deborah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi there! I'm Tori. I recently earned my degree in music from Berklee College of Music in Boston and I'm home for the Summer.
I have experience working with infants and toddlers, and I also spent a years babysitting a7-year-old girl. I truly love working with young kids, and I approach each child as an individual who I get to...
Victoria can also help with: Carpooling
Marie C.
Longmeadow, MA
$22-27/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! I'm Mia, a graduate of Washington University in St. Louis, an experienced camp counselor, and recently returned from a year of teaching English in France. I'm passionate about nurturing and educating children.
Tutoring:
I offer personalized tutoring to boost your child's academic performance and confidence, focusing on...
Sophie L.
Longmeadow, MA
$15-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
I began babysitting children on my street starting when I was around 14 years old. I loved being able to create a fun and comfortable environment for the children in my neighborhood as well as watch them grow up. For the past two summers I have worked at Pine Knoll day camp in East Longmeadow as a camp counselor. I work with all...
Sophie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Megan L.
Longmeadow, MA
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Megan, and I am 23 years old. I have a Bachelors degree in Health Science. I have been babysitting children of all ages for years. I also have 3 years of experience as a Nursing Assistant at Baystate Children's hospital on the Pediatric unit, taking care of newborns, toddlers and pre-teens/teens. I am CPR/BLS...
Hi! I'm Allie, I have been working with children for most of my teenage years until now. In high school I volunteered with Children and adults with down syndrome and autism. There I lead cooking courses, and life skills classes. I also worked as an aid in their spring break camps. During the summers I worked as a camp counselor...
Allison can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Katie M.
Longmeadow, MA
$15-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi there! I'm Katie. I'm currently working towards my bachelors degree online, giving me a lot of flexibility in my schedule. I used to volunteer for my local art studio, helping with children's classes and parties. I've been babysitting for about eight years. I am great with animals and have experience taking care of pets. I...
Hannah A.
Longmeadow, MA
$12-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
My name is Hannah! I've been babysitting for a few years now and I spend my summers working with kids. I'm home from college and I'm looking to babysit until I go back!
I'd describe my personality as fun, caring, and responsible.
I like working with kids because they give me energy and it feels good to be a positive...
Hello! I love spending time with kids and have experience nannying and babysitting for around 7 years. I just finished my Bachelor's Degree in Child Development. I worked in an elementary school in which I started as a sub, became a Kindergarten paraeducator, and finally a Third Grade teacher. This coming year, I have decided to...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi everyone! My name is Shaylee and I am 25! I have lots of experience working with kids through babysitting, working at a day care with children aged infant-5, and working at an after school program with children aged k-5. I previously worked as a lifeguard 8 years and was promoted to pool manager for 3 years. With lifeguarding...
Shaylee can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Paige N.
Longmeadow, MA
$18-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a very personable worker who is willing to go above and beyond to help out the best that I can. I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old and love spending time with children. I have experience with autistic children both babysitting and within my own family. I have cared for a variety of ages. I am willing to help...
Paige can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Longmeadow, MA
Brooke S.
5.0
Brooke is incredibly kind and was wonderful with our three children. Our kids are 6, 4 and 19 months with a lot of energy. She has watched our children several times and each time brings them a little craft that they absolutely love (we have our painted dinosaurs hanging in our window). I would...
- Amy O.
Audrey W.
5.0
Audrey is very sweet with our little girl and very patient. Always willing to help with errands, which is a lifesaver for busy moms!
- Jessica S.
Alyssa H.
5.0
While stationed in Springfield on military orders my family was fortunate enough to find Alyssa for our babysitting needs. We have a set of toddler twins and she always displayed patience and compassion. Our twins loved when she took care of them and I loved how when we would come home the house...
- Jennifer S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Longmeadow, MA:
How can I find a Longmeadow babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Longmeadow, MA can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 39 babysitters in Longmeadow, MA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Longmeadow, MA?
The average rate for Longmeadow, MA babysitters on Care.com is $17.00 per hour as of May 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Longmeadow, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Longmeadow, MA through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Longmeadow, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Longmeadow, MA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.