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Candice G.

Part-Time/ Occasional Experienced Nanny/Babysitter

Northampton, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
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...

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...

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Helen B.

Northampton, MA

4.2(1)
from
$29/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello! I just moved from Massachusetts to Chicago and am looking for a wonderful family to work for. I absolutely adore kids and love seeing their perspective of life and just learning more about the world through their eyes. Whenever I babysit, I like to incorporate nature and creative play into our time together, whether that...

Daniel B. says "Helen has been a great babysitter. She is always on time dependable and very cheerful with our toddler son and he responds very well to her playful...

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Lilian O.

Northampton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Lilian and I just finished my bachelors degree at Smith College and I'm currently in Doctor of Physical Therapy School. I've been babysitting for 8 years and I have experience with kids and toddlers of all ages. I love arts and crafts, music, cooking, and playing outside!

Lauren K. says "Lillian cared for our 3 year old and 10 month old for many Fridays this past summer. Lillian showed up on time in the morning, quickly took charge, and...

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Kristen C.

Part-time Care Giver

Northampton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
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.

Jessica W. says "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...

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Brittany M.

Experienced Child Care Provider Available Full-Time

Northampton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I am resident of Northampton and I have always loved working with children and their families. I started babysitting when I was 13 and when I was in high school I was able to take Child Growth and Development as an elective; which helped me find my dream of working with children. After graduating from Northampton High, I went on...

Allie L. says "Brittany is great and we felt so lucky to have her babysit our two-year-old. We were in town for a wedding and were a little nervous to leave our toddler,...

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Dana D.

Northampton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hello! My name is Dana. I am a recent graduate of UMass Amherst with a Bachelors of Science degree in Animal Science and Pre-Veterinary medicine. I have worked as a veterinary technician for 4 years. I have experience babysitting for 13 years, with ages 0-13 years old. In the past I have worked at summer camps, assisting...

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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Ella C.

Northampton, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Ella! I'm looking forward to getting back into childcare after working in the science industry. I have 8 years of childcare experience with kids of all ages. I love cooking so I can prepare food, if needed. Other interests of mine are art, reading, and being outdoors. Send me a message if you are interested!

Erin H. says "My kids love Ella! She has cared for them for almost a year now, frequently in the summers and when she is home on break from college. She is fun,...

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Susanna H.

Babysitter With Seven Years Of Experience & Looking For A Part-Time Job

Northampton, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have been babysitting for nine years. I have babysat children as young as a few months to as old as 10 years old. Most recently I have been nannying an 11-month-old and before that I was working at the Child Watch at the YMCA that serves children infants to 7-year-olds. I am CPR and First Aid Certified and am working on...
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Karen P.

Fun And Active Babysitter!

Northampton, MA

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$23/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
My name is Karen I have spent 10 years caring for children of all ages from 3mon-15-year-olds all over Massachusetts and Connecticut. I provided safe care, entertainment, meals if desired, and most special requests, among other things. I'm a newly grad dental assistant. I have plenty of references, am fully vaccinated, have a...
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Jackson V.

Part Time Baby Sitter

Northampton, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have tons of experience working with kids. I have essentially been doing this my whole life. I grew up with younger cousins and a niece, who I would babysit for starting at a young age. I currently have more younger cousins, who I help take care of. I've had many babysitting jobs here and there. I've worked in schools,...
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Rachel H.

Fun Sitter

Northampton, MA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Rachel and I am from Northampton, Ma and am attending college in Syracuse, NY. I have many years of experience babysitting my four nieces and nephews. I am very flexible and can help with tidying, carpooling, cooking, arts/crafts, and more.
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Becca H.

Full Time Caregiver Available

Northampton, MA

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$24/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
I have always had a passion for spending time with and taking care of children. I am currently enrolled in a Master's of Elementary Education program remotely through Fitchburg State University. Having spent the last 6. 5 years managing a café and staff of 30 people, I realized I was looking for a career that provided me with...
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Rayna R.

Northampton, MA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello! I am an experienced and reliable babysitter, who formally worked at the Smith College Campus School as a lunch/recess monitor and afterschool program assistant. I enjoy creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for children. I have the ability to multitask and manage time effectively. Working at the Campus School I...
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Yashera R.

Northampton, MA

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
As a nurturing caregiver with three years of experience, I delight in fostering children's growth and development. My passion for childcare stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles and my desire to make a positive impact on young lives. I believe in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment...
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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
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 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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Ariel D.

Artsy

Northampton, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
Hello! I have been a babysitter for 10 years, and am a certified teacher. I recently finished graduate school at Lesley University, where I studied integrated teaching through the arts. In my own time, I'm an avid crafter, and enjoy knitting crocheting, drawing, painting, and pottery. As a babysitter, I love coming up with age...
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Anais B.

Northampton, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
I am a caring, fun and energetic childcare provider with 10 years of experience! I have worked with children of all ages and backgrounds in various capacities. I have been a babysitter, a camp counselor, a tutor, an after school teacher and even a children's roller skating instructor! I am CPR and first aid certified.
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Madeleine B.

Patient, Fun And Engaging Sitter

Northampton, MA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Hello, my name is Madeleine and I've been in the role of child care provider for as long as I can remember. I grew up the oldest of 5 siblings and babysat often for them, but have received paid experience for babysitting since I was 13. I make sure we are reading, playing outside, staying active with activities the kids enjoy,...
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Mary Madison B.

Part-Time Caregiver

Northampton, MA

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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
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....
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Julie P.

Northampton, MA

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
I am an occupational therapist looking for supplemental work. My current practice is orthopedic based, however, I have clinic experience with pediatrics (typically developing and multiply impaired). I am looking for supplemental work on the weekends. I look forward to meeting you and your families!
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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.71/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.8

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Northampton, MA

Babysitters in Northampton, MA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Candice G.

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...

- Erin O.

Helen B.

Helen has been a great babysitter. She is always on time dependable and very cheerful with our toddler son and he responds very well to her...

- Daniel B.

Lilian O.

Lillian cared for our 3 year old and 10 month old for many Fridays this past summer. Lillian showed up on time in the morning, quickly took...

- Lauren K.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Northampton, MA:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Northampton, 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 31 babysitters in Northampton, 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.

The average rate for Northampton, MA babysitters on Care.com is $20.71 per hour as of November 2025. 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Northampton, MA through Care.com. As of 2025, 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.

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