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60 after school babysitters are listed in Dorchester, MA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 4 years
After school babysitters in Dorchester, MA
Hey there! I am a Boston resident and experienced sitter looking for a new gig. I am a very reliable, caring, and creative person with 5 years of experience caring for children and pets. Personally, I'm responsible and organized, but also love to get creative and have fun. With all my skills and experience, I'm able to provide a...
Joanna can also help with: Craft assistance
Olivia F.
Dorchester, MA
$19-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello, My Name Is Olivia And I Am Looking Forward To Being Able To Take Care Of Children.
I'd describe my personality as happy, energetic and caring
I like working with kids because kids just bring a different kind of joy that you can't get from adults. I also want to be a pediatrician and am currently in school for that while also having worked at a daycare for 2 years when I come back home from school so I have...
Randi R.
Dorchester, MA
$23/hr • 12 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm a very energetic and responsible babysitter/nanny. I have roughly 10 years of childcare experience. I'm very punctual and enthusiastic. Don't mind pets, the more the merrier. Looking forward to meeting you and your family :)
Randi can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Randi's nurturing care, creative engagement, and remarkable responsibility have made her an invaluable care giver for my 3-year-old. Overflowing with love, she ensures both a safe environment and joyful learning. I am grateful for her dedication and positive impact...
Care member
Rhiannon E.
Dorchester, MA
$28-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
My name is Rhiannon and I have always loved children! Growing up I always dreamed of being a teacher, right after high school I started attending Quincy college. Not long into attending college I began to work at St. Peter academy school as a teacher for 5 years. During my time at St. Peter academy, I also helped the management...
Amelia V.
Dorchester, MA
$20-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I've been caring for children since I was a teenager, as I have a large family and have always enjoyed babysitting and caring for little ones. I've worked as a swim instructor and lifeguard for children, so I'm certified in CPR and First Aid. I'm patient, calm, friendly, and approachable, and I'm comfortable enforcing household...
Hi! My name is Lindsay and I am a 22-year-old college student living in Boston. I have worked with kids for as long as I can remember. I have done everything from babysitting, working at summer camps, and I worked at an after school program all throughout high school. I have experience with kids of all ages, from under 12 months...
Lindsay can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Hi - My name's Tim. I've been working with kids since I was 15 and love it. I started by watching my younger brother and sister, and then began babysitting for kids in our neighborhood. Over the last few years, I've worked primarily with infants and toddlers, but I love kids of all ages. If it's nice out, I like to take the kids...
Timothy can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Daisy N.
Dorchester, MA
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm a graduate student with previous experience working with middle school and high school students at a non-profit organization. My experience working with younger children comes from looking after my younger cousins and my older sister's baby.
I'm known for my patience, creativity, and friendly approach. I believe in open...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi families! I am looking for part time babysitting jobs while I complete my masters in speech pathology at Boston University. I love children, and am looking to work with them after graduation. I am a creative, fun, and active sitter, and babysitting/nannying for the past 12 years has made me an expert in child care. I am also...
Morgan can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Morgan is amazing! She was hired to help take the twins to their pediatrician visit, but ended up doing so much more in the short time that she was at our place. She is willing to step up and help out with any aspect of child care. It really took a load off of us...
Regine B.
5.0
(1)
Hi there! My passion for working with kids came naturally at a young age babysitting for my little cousins, neighborhood families and family friends. Growing up I would go to work with my mother, who worked in the Winthrop Public school systems as an occupational, and through this, I found that I had a strong passion for...
Rebecca can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I provide tutoring and babysitting services to special needs students, after school and on weekends. I also provide PCA support to adults with spinal chord injury or have cerebral palsy. I also have a 26-year-old son - a US Navy veteran - who is currently away in college. I'm caring, patient and diligent.
Denzil can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Denzil was wonderful with our son. He came prepared with games and our son, who can be slow to warm up, was instantly drawn to his warm personality. I, the nervous parent, knew instantly that he was trustworthy and that our son would be in good hands. We would...
Jane P.
Diana M.
Boston, MA
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Recent college graduate looking fro work taking care of children. I have been babysitting and nannying since high school along side working at my mothers daycare with 0-5-year-olds and at an after school program with 7-11-year-olds. I also have experience nannying in NYC.
5.0
"Diana is fun and energetic, sweet and responsible; strong communicator with a very happy personality. "
Holly N.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I worked as an elementary instructional assistant and after school teacher in Watertown from 2012-2014. I taught and cared for many students everyday, and had so much fun with them! I also have years of experience with babysitting children of all ages from infants to teenagers. I have many babysitting/nannying references that...
Meghan can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Meghan took care of my 2 boys aged 4 and 6. She is very dependable,punctual and my boys love her. I will definitely recommend her and would love to work with her again in the future."
Nandini V.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Thank you for reading this.
My name is Darya. And I... love kids!
I finished a year of teaching Math classes at UMass Boston. I worked in the kids entertainment center for 1, 5 year. After that I worked at Russian School of Mathematics as a teacher. I can easily help kids with their educational tasks.
I love drawing...
Darya can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Darya is pleasant and easy to work with. From day one she related well to our 2-year old daughter. Given her artistic talent and pedagogical skills, Darya has helped to enhance my child's drawing and coloring skills. Now drawing is now one of my daughter's favorite...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Over the years, I have cared for children of all ages, during evenings parents had to be elsewhere, assisting in managing after school programs, and tutoring and mentoring students.
Marianna can also help with: Carpooling
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been watching kids since I was a preteen. I have watched children of all ages through babysitting and being a camp counselor during the summers. Additionally, I have experience watching children with disabilities.
I am flexible and am always willing to lend a helping hand.
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Megan is great! Super personable, engaged with the kids, and as a date-night sitter, she makes sure the "flow" of the nighttime routine sticks.
She's punctual and gives ample notice too!
Our kids often ask "is it a Megan R. night?!?!""
Stephanie C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My name is Erin! I have experience with infants, toddlers, elementary age and pr teens. I have been looking after children for almost 10 years. I have worked one on one with children through babysitting and I have worked as as a camp administrator, camp director and most recently as a gymnastics director. I am CPR and first aid...
Erin can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"We hired Erin for some help with our 9 month old and she was awesome. She was thoughtful and very reliable. She took great care of our girl. We could tell she was very experienced with kids- we fully trusted her with our baby girl. We will definitely be...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I truly love working with children, and have been for 5 years. I currently work at a school for children diagnosed with Autism, and previously worked in a mental health clinic for adolescents. I support parents in the evenings and weekends, as I do work full time throughout the week. I have a clean driving record, and...
Brianna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Amazing caretaker!! Brianna is patient and fun and makes my son feel excited to start his morning. She shows great interest in my son, she's very creative in getting him to talk and this has given him confidence!"
Sondra M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
School social work intern, also works at Mclean Hospital with teenagers. Grad student. A lot of childcare experience from all ages!
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I recently came back to the Boston area after living in Tokyo for 2 years. I am working as a Program Coordinator / Tour Guide for Japanese high school students visiting Boston.
Since I was 13 I have been babysitting for kids around my hometown in Newton, MA which gave me an early interest in caring for kids. I have been a...
Evan can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Evan was a fantastic sitter for my three kids (4 years old, 5 years old and 9 years old). He was very warm and set our heart at ease the minute he walked in the door. He immediately connected with all of my three kids. He was always prompt, very energetic and...
Yan Z.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Dorchester, MA
Randi R.
5.0
Randi's nurturing care, creative engagement, and remarkable responsibility have made her an invaluable care giver for my 3-year-old. Overflowing with love, she ensures both a safe environment and joyful learning. I am grateful for her dedication and positive impact on my child's development.
- Care member
Morgan K.
5.0
Morgan is amazing! She was hired to help take the twins to their pediatrician visit, but ended up doing so much more in the short time that she was at our place. She is willing to step up and help out with any aspect of child care. It really took a load off of us with our 25 week premature infants....
- Regine B.
Denzil P.
5.0
Denzil was among the best caregivers we ever worked with to help with our severely autistic son. Denzil is warm, open, and energetic. He would take our son to the local park and I always felt confident that no matter what came up, Denzil could handle it. I should add that our son (then nine) could...
- Alysia A.
Diana M.
5.0
Diana is fun and energetic, sweet and responsible; strong communicator with a very happy personality.
- Holly N.
Meghan O.
5.0
Meg is the best. She is so patient, caring, and strategic. My boy loves her. If it is not because she has other jobs to do during the spring, we would keep her for years!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Dorchester, MA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Dorchester, MA?
You can review 48 after school babysitter profiles near you in Dorchester, MA to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Dorchester, MA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Dorchester, MA is $21.10. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Dorchester, MA?
If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Dorchester, MA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Dorchester, MA to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Dorchester, MA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Dorchester, MA?
We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Dorchester, MA.
Ratings for Dorchester, MA after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
After School Babysitters in Dorchester, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters.