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After school babysitters in Dover, MA
Jenn K.
Waltham, MA
$28-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have been nannying for 20 years and am also a licensed massage therapist, working with all populations including children. My experience includes nannying/babysitting, teaching in pre-toddler, toddler and preschool classrooms, camp counseling, instructing mommy and me art classes, facilitating friendship groups, being...
Jenn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jenn has been our nanny & sitter for almost 6 years. She is an exceptional human and has taken the absolute best care of our son who has learning disabilities. Exploring nature, beach time, splash parks, museums are frequent adventures. Other days she will bring...
Janet R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and meal prep. I have a son of my own who is 6 years old so the motherly instincts are definitely there. I love to spend time outdoors, going on walks, doing arts and crafts as well as cooking fun new meals. I have been vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19 and take...
Andrea can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"We were sad when we no longer needed childcare because we had really enjoyed working with Andrea. She picked our two sons up from school, prepared lunch, helped them with their online school, and kept them busy and active after school. Andrea has an excellent, calm...
Desiree S.
5.0
(1)
My experience includes me working as a nanny for a family's three beautiful children for over 10 years. I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts,...
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Maria is wonderful. So welcoming and inviting - our child felt right at home with her. We have had her watch our child repeatedly and will continue to do so. She even helped make purées when we were starting solids! Can not recommend her enough. Our dog really...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a mom, have a BS in Early Childhood Education and have a portfolio to share that will include lots of written recommendations/references and other credentials. I have recently ended a 4 year childcare position for a lovely family who recently moved out of state.
Anyhow I know it's hard to weed through all of the...
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Lisa has been a nanny for our 4 year old and 1 year old since September. She is fantastic and our kids love her. I cannot say enough positive things about her. My 4 year old has learned so much from Lisa (who used to be a former teacher). Every day my daughter...
Kate A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been watching over and caring for kids after school and on the weekends for 6 years. All kids ranging from 3 to 11. I'm a current college student pursuing a degree in Interior Design. I am taking the semester to work to pay for my tuition! I can play multiple instruments and do so in my spare time. I love to paint and make...
Domonique can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We've been using Domonique as our primary babysitter for our two children, aged 5 and almost 2 for the past 2 years. She is fantastic with my kids and they always look forward to seeing her! She is compassionate, dependable and hardworking and I look forward to...
Danielle T.
Brenna M.
Natick, MA
$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a junior - next year I will be a senior - attending Yale University as well as a member of their Division 1 women's basketball team. I worked at Sports Clubs at the Later @ Longfellow after school program for 3 years watching over the children, mediating their conflicts, cleaning up after them, playing with them,...
Brenna can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping
5.0
"Brenna is wonderful! She cared for our three-year-old for a weekend, and he loved her. She's responsible, fun, and patient. We highly recommend Brenna."
Ashley D.
Laura Andrea Q.
West Newton, MA
$22/hr • 3 yrs exp
4.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a ex au pair driven by my passion for fostering the growth and development of children. With three years of experience caring for children of various ages, I have developed a patient, calm and imaginative approach to childcare. I ensure parents stay informed about their child's day through daily written reports and regular...
Laura Andrea can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Excelente niñera, cuidadosa, dedicada y muy cumplida. Muy recomendada para el cuidado de nuestros niños."
Care member
5.0
(1)
I enjoy working with kids and elderly it's my passion I am very caring loving very patient and I enjoy what I do I am very professional and have a lot of experience.
Ruth can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"I absolutely love Ruth! I wish I could use her full time! My kids absolutely adore her! Whenever I need her, she is available and always on time! "
Amanda P.
Dania L.
Hyde Park, MA
$18-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
My name is Dania. I started babysitting for family at the age 10 and as years went by I babysat for friends/coworkers. I love to clean/cook so preparing meals and tidying up is available as needed. I am very opened to all ideas so I believe I'm easy to work with. Overall, I enjoy being apart of The Village it takes to raise a...
Dania can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very interactive with the children, so sweet and very dependable! Love you Dania!"
Taejah T.
Fatima N.
West Roxbury, MA
$60/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a patient and nurturing mother of three children. My children are older now and I am looking to care for children because of how much I miss it. I have cared for the children of my friends and family in the past, and I very much miss being around children and would love to get back into it. As a mother, I understand what it...
Fatima can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Fatima is excellent with kids. She helped me with before-school care and school drop off for my daughter and it was such a relief to know my daughter was in good hands. Highly recommend her for any position!"
Libby V.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Amanda. I have over 20 years of experience caring for children. I have worked at several child-care centers as well as after-school programs in and around Medway, Mass. I have my EEC teacher certification and CPR/First Aid certification . I am also a mother of two friendly children. I am available to watch a child...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Amanda watched my daughter full-time for 2 years. Anyone would be lucky to have Amanda. She was absolutely amazing with my daughter, who was 3-5 years old. Amanda is nurturing and caring, and always went above and beyond. Every day was a fun adventure and...
Angelina M.
Molly W.
Chestnut Hill, MA
$18-23/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an enthusiastic and positive Boston College student with 4 years of experience with kids ages 3-15 at summer camps and babysitting. I'm easygoing and can make anything fun, so I'm willing to run errands or take care of other responsibilities with kids tagging along. Otherwise, I like to do crafts, go outside, and play games.
Molly can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Molly has babysat/nannied for my youngest son (now 7.5) for over 2yrs. She is a self starter, decisive, responsible, bright, and fun. She executed meal prep, baths, bedtimes, and driving, with ease and accuracy. She’s flexible and dependable. Highly recommend!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
I have been an RN for 36 years. I have recently retired, and I have a lot of availability and flexibility. I am CPR certified. My RN license is and spotless! I am very active and energetic! I am very attentive, reliable. I will pick up and drop off to after school activities. Their playtime is playtime for me too! I like to get...
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mary is the best! When I had to leave my kitten home alone for the first time since I got her, I knew I needed to hire someone I completely trusted because this cat is practically my child. Mary took excellent care of my mischievous, playful, energetic cat while...
Arianna B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kristi and I am a kindergarten teacher. I have over 10 years of experience with babysitting and childcare. I am certified in the areas of Early Childhood and Elementary Education, First Aid and CPR certified and am happy to provide tutoring services in addition to babysitting.
Kristi can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kristi was just great! Professional and kind. She was the first babysitter for our 2-month old and made us feel at ease. We came home to a very happy baby!"
Alexandra D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi families, my name is Carolyn! I am a rising sophomore college. I am looking to do some nannying while at school because, unfortunately, all of my classes have been moved into a remote setting for at least the fall semester. I have extensive experience in working with children of all ages ranging from infants to older children...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Carolyn is great! Smart, sweet, dependable, goes out of her way to help out. Safe driver. Great communicator. Highly recommended."
Matthew F.
Marlene G.
Roslindale, MA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
Attentive and responsible 34-year-old part time babysitter with over 12 years of paid experience. Prioritizes reading and educational activities such as arts and crafts. Enjoys cooking and outdoor activities. Fluent in Spanish and English. Keeps busy during nap times with some light house keeping. Adult, child and infant CPR...
Marlene can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Although we have only been working with her a short time, Marlene has been great so far. She's very warm and patient with our two children aged 3.5 yrs and 18 mos. She's communicative, punctual, and easy to work with. We'd have no problem recommending her."
Ryan H.
5.0
(1)
I'm a energetic person. I love running, ride bike and walk on parks.
I like being outside the house and enjoying what nature has to offer. If it is snowing or raining I can create fun games with paper, glue, balloon and knitting threads. I'm punctual, multitask and reliable person.
Fairuze can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
5.0
"She is always ready to help. she is a trustworthy person. always shows goodwill and interest in the situation. has healthy habits and is involved with the community. when requested it does its best to meet the need of the moment. she is calm and stable. her...
Larissa F.
Jacqueline B.
Needham, MA
$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jacqueline; I am 25 years old, and I am currently starting my last year as a PA student at Northeastern University. I have been a babysitter/nanny for over 10 years, and I am the oldest of 5 children myself. I have experience with all ages including newborns, toddlers, kids, and pre-teens. I have the ability to...
Jacqueline can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jacqueline watched our children several years ago and she was wonderful, caring, and engaging. I only wish we could have her back 9-5. Best of luck with PA school, Jacqueline!"
Care member
Gilvane M.
Ashland, MA
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
Hello Moms and Dads!
My name is Gilvane and I'm mother of three children.
I am looking for a babysitter opportunity, where I can utilize all my skills. Although I'm new in this app, I've been in a child care for over 25 years (I have lots of families references).
I'm a very energetic, hardworking, outgoing and kind person! I...
Gilvane can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gil is amazing! For the short time she spent helping me with my almost 6 month old son, I feel like i have known her for a longer period of time. I feel so lucky I found her and I fully trust her with my firstborn. She handled everything so well and was such a...
Mara S.
Sheying C.
West Newton, MA
$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked as a babysitter for 10 years. I love kids, and caring for kids is one of my passions. I am a mature, patient, loving, honest, and detail oriented person, love outdoors and sports. I have experiences with different age group children from 4-month-old to middle school aged.
For the past two years, I had watched a...
Sheying can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sheying watched my three kids for a year. She was wonderful with each of them, two elementary schoolers and a preschooler and was always on time and dependable. We were so lucky to have that time with her and my children all remember it fondly."
Rory D.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Dover, MA
Jenn K.
5.0
Jenn has been our nanny & sitter for almost 6 years. She is an exceptional human and has taken the absolute best care of our son who has learning disabilities. Exploring nature, beach time, splash parks, museums are frequent adventures. Other days she will bring a bag of crafts to explore at home...
- Janet R.
Andrea R.
5.0
We were sad when we no longer needed childcare because we had really enjoyed working with Andrea. She picked our two sons up from school, prepared lunch, helped them with their online school, and kept them busy and active after school. Andrea has an excellent, calm demeanor, and she was very warm...
- Desiree S.
Maria C.
5.0
Maria is wonderful. So welcoming and inviting - our child felt right at home with her. We have had her watch our child repeatedly and will continue to do so. She even helped make purées when we were starting solids! Can not recommend her enough. Our dog really loved her too!
- Care member
Lisa M.
5.0
We had the pleasure of meeting Lisa shortly after our daughter was born summer 2018. We knew as soon as we sat down in person, she would be an excellent fit for our family.
We were incredibly impressed not only with her experience in childcare and preparedness for the interview, but also the...
- Blake W.
Domonique B.
5.0
We've been using Domonique as our primary babysitter for our two children, aged 5 and almost 2 for the past 2 years. She is fantastic with my kids and they always look forward to seeing her! She is compassionate, dependable and hardworking and I look forward to continuing to have Domonique babysit...
- Danielle T.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Dover, MA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Dover, MA?
You can review 4 after school babysitter profiles near you in Dover, 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 Dover, MA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Dover, MA is $19.75. 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 Dover, 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 Dover, MA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Dover, 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 Dover, MA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Dover, 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 Dover, MA.