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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Julia! I am 24 years old and have an 18-month-old daughter. We live in Chicopee with my 3 step children who come every other weekend. We are used to a full and busy environment! Some things we like to do for fun are go to the park, go for a walk, utilize our membership to the children's museum, visit the animals, sensory...
3.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am originally from Jamaica and a mother of three. I have been caring for children for most of my life. I was a teacher in Jamaica for 8 years. I am trained to deal with children of various abilities and ages. I am trained in first aid and CPR certified. I have a natural love for children that goes way beyond merely teaching...
Nicolette can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Nicolette was truly a breath of fresh air to my family. Things were quite chaotic when we hired her due to the fact that I was heavily pregnant, dealing with relocation and a very active toddler. I have no regrets hiring her! She did so much more than care for our...
Janice W.
4.9
(10)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Shannon. I am 49 years old and I live in Three Rivers, Massachusetts . I am a mother of seven children who are now grown. I have enjoyed watching them all grow and develop. I have personally grown as a person because of the things they teach me every day. :) Besides being a mom, I was a Sunday school teacher at our...
Shannon can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
5.0
"She is flexible, engaging, and an all around great baby sitter. My kids always get so excited when Shannon is coming to watch them. I also feel at ease that they’re with someone that enjoys watching them and is good with kids. She has offered to clean up around the...
Care member
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,...
Kayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Tabitha H.
Holyoke, MA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dependable, Super Fun, Down To Earth Mom Looking For Part-time Work
Hi!!
I'd describe my personality as responsible, fun, caring, loving and easy-going.
I like working with kids because they are so much fun and always learning. It's exciting to watch children learn, grow and experience life.
I started working with children when I was 14, babysitting my neighbor. Over the past 15 years, I...
Tabitha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jewel. I am originally from Los Angeles but moved to Connecticut in 2018. I currently work full-time as a technician for the American Red Cross and I am available for childcare work in my time off. My schedule typically leaves me open on weeknights, weekends, and holidays, with additional availability on...
Jewel can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jewel was very reliable and had a lot of great questions and ideas. My son liked her right away and had fun. "
Kelly S.
Sandy D.
Ware, MA
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Mom Available After School Hours, Nights, And Weekends
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Mom here who has 3 children of my own whose ages range from 10-21. Over the years I have watched my friends kids on many occasions. I love watching children and doing exciting things to keep them busy. More than happy to also clean, do laundry, and make meals.
Sandy can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sandy has been caring for my family for over 6 years. She is dependable, kind, and responsible. Not only a highly skilled caregiver, but a wonderful person who is truly interested in the kids' interests and overall well being."
Emily L.
Whitney H.
Easthampton, MA
$21/hr • 10 yrs exp
Preschool Teacher With Flexible Schedule- Available Weekdays, Weeknights, And Weekends!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Greetings! I'm Whitney, I'm 29 and live in Northampton. I have been a preschool teacher for 8 years.
I am about to graduate with a Master's in Early childhood education, as well!
***21 per hour but negotiable depending on ages and number of children.
I am searching for summer work as well as late nights/date night care....
Whitney can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Trustline Certified
5.0
"Whitney has nannied for us for over six months now, and she has been wonderful. Our daughter absolutely adores her. She is reliable, responsible, and fun! We will miss seeing her every week, and hope she can still babysit when our schedules align."
Donna P.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a student at Smith College, and a Portland Maine native. Seeking part-time nanny employment, available M-F with weekend and evening availibility. I love all things outdoors, and am diligent about keeping children happy, safe, and off screens. Dedicated and experienced nanny with a genuine love for children, seeking a...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emma is great. She has babysat our two children (1 & 4 years old) many times and has always been amazing with them (and they can be challenging, especially together). We always come home with the in order too! I would recommend Emma to anyone."
Care member
4.9
(13)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, I moved to Massachusetts 7 years ago with my Husband. During the last 7 years, we have added two beautiful children to our family. I used to be a full-time nanny, but with the two children being added into our daily mix, I have moved to part time. I am currently accepting new evening care families as well as date night...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I am so happy to have met Olivia! She is the perfect match for my daughter. She is always on time and dependable. My daughter has a lot of energy and Olivia always spends a majority of the day outside with her playing. Olivia is very kind and patient. As soon as...
Katrina H.
Caroline M.
Amherst, MA
$15-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
25-year-old Professional Looking For Recurring Weekend Gigs!
Hi! I am a 25-year-old new professional at UMass Amherst with years of prior experience in babysitting, daycare, and nanny positions. I am hoping to find care jobs for recurring date nights, nights out, or weekend help. Love crafts, movies, and allowing the space to be creative! Willing to do other household tasks if previously...
Caroline can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Gia. I recently graduated from Umass with a degree in Biology. I am CPR and first aid certified by the Red Cross and recently renewed my certification. I worked as a full time nanny to three wonderful children for 2. 5 years most recently. I have experience with special needs children, twins and infants as young...
Gia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gia is very professional and maintains excellent communication at all times. She is punctual, reliable and highly creative with how to keep a toddler engaged :)
My 4 year old loved spending time with her! We were very lucky to have her help over the summer and...
Care member
With over a decade of experience fostering the development of children from various backgrounds, I am confident in my ability to create a secure, enjoyable, and nurturing environment for them to thrive. My childcare journey, ranging from dedicated nanny to certified early education teacher, has equipped me to care for toddlers...
Wren can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
My name is Sabrina, and taking care of children and mothers is truly my calling. Currently I am available for the occasional babysitting, just reach out as my hours vary!
I have over 10 years experience nannying, and have helped in a variety of settings- night nanny, special needs, large family, preemie twins, multi families...
Sabrina can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am currently a UMass Amherst doctoral student that works in the Amherst-Pelham public school district. I have been a certified babysitter since the age of 14 and am exceptionally comfortable working with children as I am from an extraordinarily large family myself! I have worked as a caretaker, paraprofessional, teacher's aide...
Kelsey can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Mary! I am 29 years old and I graduated from Springfield College in December 2014. I am currently working as a full-time Athletic Trainer at Enfield High School, however I am always looking for opportunities to spend time with children and help parents that need the time to do errands, get work done, need help with...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Melanie N.
West Brookfield, MA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Melanie and I have 6 years experience! I nannied for my nephew from the ages 1-5, and I also worked at a daycare during my summer breaks and breaks throughout my college semesters. I've spent most of my time caring for children 1-3 years old. I have experience working with children 6 to 10 years old as well.
I...
Melanie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jesica, I am excited to get know your family better! I currently work Part time as a property manager and I am a substitute teacher. I am a well rounded individual and have many years experience with children. I have been babysitting/Nannying since I was 13 years old. I am a Christian and majority of my...
Jesica can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
College student home for the summer looking to help out with some great kids! I'm 21 with a car and over 4 years of babysitting experience working with kids at camps and a daycare. Willing to help out around the house and cook (even if its just dino nuggets for the picky eaters). I'm a really positive, creative, and active...
Caroline can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Amanda C.
Longmeadow, MA
$20-22/hr • 3 yrs exp
10+ Years In Childcare, Seeking A Role To Enrich Kids Lives With Creativity And Care.
With over 10 years of nannying experience and a passion for childcare that began at 15, I offer a wealth of skills including creativity, and organization. My history includes a meaningful 5-year relationship with a family of four, demonstrating my commitment and ability to connect. Growing up surrounded by kids, I've always been...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
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Recent weekend nanny reviews from local parents in Ludlow, MA
Nicolette B.
5.0
Nicolette was truly a breath of fresh air to my family. Things were quite chaotic when we hired her due to the fact that I was heavily pregnant, dealing with relocation and a very active toddler. I have no regrets hiring her! She did so much more than care for our hyperactive toddler. She loved her...
- Janice W.
Shannon S.
5.0
She is flexible, engaging, and an all around great baby sitter. My kids always get so excited when Shannon is coming to watch them. I also feel at ease that they’re with someone that enjoys watching them and is good with kids. She has offered to clean up around the house and even take my kids to do...
- Care member
Jewel M.
5.0
Jewel was very reliable and had a lot of great questions and ideas. My son liked her right away and had fun.
- Kelly S.
Sandy D.
5.0
Sandy has been caring for my family for over 6 years. She is dependable, kind, and responsible. Not only a highly skilled caregiver, but a wonderful person who is truly interested in the kids' interests and overall well being.
- Emily L.
Whitney H.
5.0
Whitney has nannied for us for over six months now, and she has been wonderful. Our daughter absolutely adores her. She is reliable, responsible, and fun! We will miss seeing her every week, and hope she can still babysit when our schedules align.
- Donna P.
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FAQs for finding a weekend nanny near you in Ludlow, MA
Where can I find a weekend nanny near me in Ludlow, MA?
To find a weekend nanny near you in Ludlow, MA, you can search through 1 weekend nanny profiles to learn more about their hourly rates and to check out reviews from families who worked with them in the past.
How much does it cost to hire a weekend nanny near me in Ludlow, MA?
How much it costs to hire a weekend nanny near you in Ludlow, MA depends on a few factors. To start, it will cost much more to hire a nanny for a whole weekend than to hire one for a few hours, so it can be helpful to plan your budget around how much care you need for a weekend—especially if you want them to spend the night. Rates can vary due to factors like their years of experience and where you live, but typically weekend nanny rates near you are $15.00 per hour.
What questions should I ask in an interview when looking for a weekend nanny near me in Ludlow, MA?
To start, it can help to ask a potential weekend nanny, when interviewing candidates near you in Ludlow, MA, about their availability to make sure they can work the hours you need. Then, it’s a good idea to ask about their experience and how they would handle certain situations—such as resolving a fight between siblings. It can also be a good idea to ask them if they have any references you can contact.
What types of responsibilities do weekend nannies near me in Ludlow, MA take on?
When you hire a nanny on weekends, you can ask them to tackle a variety of different responsibilities. Alongside taking care of your children, they may be willing to help with cooking or light housework (like doing the kids’ laundry). Asking what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on is another great topic to bring up in an interview. You can review 1 profiles for weekend nanny near you in Ludlow, MA to get an idea of what responsibilities they tend to handle.
How can I safely hire a weekend nanny near me in Ludlow, MA?
All weekend nannies near you in Ludlow, MA found on Care.com are asked to complete a CareCheck, which is an annual background check. Their profile will have a badge on it that states if they completed this background check and when they completed it. However, we strongly advise you take your own steps to safely hire a weekend nanny, such as doing your own independent background check and requesting references from other families they worked with.