How much does a child care provider cost in Amherst, MA?
The average hourly rate of a child care provider in Amherst, MA is $18.61 per hour. The average gross weekly salary of a child care provider in Amherst, MA is $651.35 ($18.61 per hour × 35 hours).
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What's the average cost of a child care provider in Amherst, MA?
What's the average cost of a child care provider in Amherst, MA?
The average cost of a child care provider is $18.61 per hour. You can expect to pay a hourly rate between $15 and $25. A child care provider's hourly rate can depend on their location, responsibilities, qualifications, and the type of care needed.
The most expensive nearby cities for child care
Whether you’re in Newton, Framingham, or Arlington, location is one of the biggest factors that can impact the salary of a child care provider. Typically, the higher the cost of living, the higher the child care provider cost. The most expensive city to have a child care provider in Massachusetts is Newton, where the average hourly rate is $23.19.
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How responsibilities and qualifications impact average hourly rate in Amherst, MA
- +6%First aid
- +4%Driver's license
- +3%Car
- -1%Part-time
The average hourly rate for first aid child care is $19.68, 6% above the average in Amherst, MA. For part-time child care, the average hourly rate is $18.36, 1% below the average in Amherst, MA.
How type of care impacts average hourly rate in Amherst, MA
- +5%Infant care
- +3%Special needs care
- +2%Toddler care
- +2%Preschooler care
- -1%Grade-schooler care
The average hourly rate for infant care child care is $19.50, 5% above the average in Amherst, MA. For grade-schooler care child care, the average hourly rate is $18.47, 1% below the average in Amherst, MA.
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Available child care in Amherst, MA
Nanny Shani
Nanny Shani
Amherst, MA
$19/hr
Part-time
3 years experience
A little bit about me
Hi my name is Shani (Shuh-nye). I am a student at the University of Massachusetts Amherst studying early education. I am originally from a city a little bit outside of boston.
Have experience working with
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Ellen
Nanny Ellen
Amherst, MA
$19/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience
A little bit about me
My name is Ellen I live in the Amherst area I am also a grandmother I have worked with the elderly for over 25 years I am upbeat and outgoing
Nanny Keana
Nanny Keana
Amherst, MA
$18/hr
Full-time
7 years experience
A little bit about me
I’m a big sister to 3, I love to encourage outside time, I am a huge animal lover, I live on a farm, I love to be creative, I think it’s very important to encourage kids to be kind and curious about the world around them, I like to build a good bond with the families that I work with!
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Kristen
Nanny Kristen
Amherst, MA
$18.75/hr
Full-time
5 years experience
A little bit about me
Hello my name is Kristen! I just moved here from California with my girlfriend and spent the past 6 years in the military as a medical laboratory technician. I have 5-6 years on and off experience with taking care of kiddos. I am BLS certified (exp. January 2024) I enjoy cooking, drawing, painting, puzzles, and being outside. I would love the opportunity to take care of kids while attending school and studying for my medical laboratory technician license.
Have experience working with
Special Needs
Certification
CPR
Nanny Joelle
Nanny Joelle
Amherst, MA
$18/hr
Full-time
5 years experience
A little bit about me
My name is Joelle Kovarik and I am a sophomore nursing student at UMass Amherst. I am available to work starting June 1 until I go back to school in September. I have worked with children for about 5 years and would love to help out with any age.
Have experience working with
Infants
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Charlotte
Nanny Charlotte
Amherst, MA
$18/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience
A little bit about me
I’m charlotte and absolutely love kids. I am going to school currently for education and hope to be a teacher one day. I also enjoy spending time with kids and doing activities with them. I also enjoy cleaning, so I would not mind do any sort of house work if needed. My hours are pretty flexible, i only have classes mainly tuesday and thursday from [phone number hidden] other than that I can be available!
Have experience working with
Special Needs
Certification
CPR
Nanny Amina
Nanny Amina
Amherst, MA
$18/hr
Full-time
2 years experience
A little bit about me
Hi, I’m Amina! I am a reliable, adventurous, energetic, patient 21-year-old. I have been watching children for several years doing swim lessons, childcare, private babysitting. I just moved back to my home state from living in Hawaii for several months. I’m looking to make some more money to set up my future. Furthermore, I am an active, hands-on sitter who loves kids and is here to support and attend to the children’s physical and emotional needs.
Have experience working with
Infants
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Karma
Nanny Karma
Amherst, MA
$20/hr
Full-time
3 years experience
A little bit about me
Hello! My name is Karma and I'm a student at Amherst College. Art is my passion, I've been painting since I was eight years old. I like working with children because it gives me a sense of home. I have nine siblings so growing up I often cared for my siblings, now that I'm away in college I'd just like to share the love and patience.
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Nanny Amelia
Nanny Amelia
Amherst, MA
$20/hr
Part-time
6 years experience
A little bit about me
Hi! I'm Amelia! I'm the oldest daughter in a family of 5 children. I started babysitting for my siblings when I was 9 and have been professionally babysitting since I was 13.
I have experience with babies starting at 3 months all the way up to pre-teens and teenagers.
I love hanging out with my little besties and helping make life easier for their grown ups.
I am CPR and First Aid certified and currently working as a Swim Instructor in the evenings and Nanny for an adorable 1 year old during the day.
I will be attending UMass Amherst this fall and am excited to continue this work I love when I get there.
I have experience with babies starting at 3 months all the way up to pre-teens and teenagers.
I love hanging out with my little besties and helping make life easier for their grown ups.
I am CPR and First Aid certified and currently working as a Swim Instructor in the evenings and Nanny for an adorable 1 year old during the day.
I will be attending UMass Amherst this fall and am excited to continue this work I love when I get there.
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid