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60 after school babysitters are listed in Jamaica Plain, MA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 5 years
After school babysitters in Jamaica Plain, MA
5.0
(9)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I grew up in a big, extended family and I have spent my whole life playing, caring, and sitting for family members and neighbors. For my first nanny jobs I worked in the Chicago suburbs for 2 different families. My job duties included laundry, breakfast/lunch, sweeping floors, letting the dogs out and of course playing every...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Sarah is great! She is so much fun and my kids absolutely love her. She was so willing to help with other tasks around the house and made my life so much easier. I would recommend her to anyone!"
Mary J.
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, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
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
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Throughout the past decade, I have had a variety of childcare jobs including after school programs, day camps, regular babysitting, and most recently as a nanny for a few different families. While I have experience with a range of ages, I especially enjoy working with infants, toddlers, & preschool age children.
When on the...
Kate can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kate is one of the most caring people I know. She is an absolute natural with children. My daughters (ages 4, 3, & 1) liked from the moment they met her, and they look forward to every time Kate comes over. Kate is responsible and trustworthy, and I know she would...
Angelina W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Jayme and I am looking for a part-time summer babysitting or tutoring job. I am fully vaccinated. I currently work as a 2nd grade teacher at a charter school in Somerville. In the past, I worked for two years as a special education associate teacher grades 1-3. I have also worked as an instructional aide in a...
Jayme can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(2)
I worked at the daycare after school, and I helped take care of babies from 2 months old to kids 10 years old. I also worked at the SPCA with the humane education program, so I was working with young kids from all kinds of different backgrounds each day.
Elena can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Elena was fantastic with my child! She kept her active and outside! My child always came home happy and tired!"
Isabella V.
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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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
(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
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We hired Mary to look after our two cats and she was amazing. She took care of them well and we felt comfort knowing Mary was there for them. I know we will work with her again!"
Matt M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
hello! As a responsible and reliable employee with over 5 years of experience working with children as a before/ after school councilor, being a babysitter and a part time nanny, im eager to work in a comfortable environment that takes advantage of my skills and helps me grow as a person. I can cook and clean around the house if...
Deanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(5)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I have previously babysat a 9-month-old baby, 2 years old and 7-year-old children. I have also tutored 3 children between 3rd grade through 6th grade. I am very caring, responsible/reliable, patient, active and attentive. I enjoy playing with kids and am good at taking initiative when needed.
Melisa can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"My 8 year old had a great time during the 5hrs he spent with melissa. She played with him the whole time.
I would definitley rehire her and i am glad we found her."
Care member
3.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Caitlin! I have 10+ years of experience caring for children of all ages. I am very responsible, focused & organized. I love children and have nannied and babysat for several families. I am also a very experienced dog walker and overnight pet sitter with dogs of all types. Lover of dogs & children! I like to laugh, have...
Caitlin can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Caitlin is AMAZING! Never did I think we would find someone who encompasses all the qualities my husband and I look for in a nanny. From having fun with the kids to disciplining the kids Caitlin does it all with ease and most importantly with a loving heart. I...
Darlene M.
5.0
(2)
Hi families, I'm Katie! I'm a 30-year-old full time professional, living in the Boston area. I am starting a new position this August and am looking to pick up some work before then. I have full availability right now for babysitting or errand running. I have many years of experience working with children (ages newborn-teen) as...
Katie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"We love Katie!!! She is wonderful with my 5 yrs old, even my 12 yrs old likes to hang out w her. She is reliable, caring and fun. My kids love to do art projects, and play board games and silly games. Def. recommend her without any doubt."
Meizi H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always had a passion for working with kids. I would describe my teaching style as gentle learning and Montessori.
I have worked as a personal nanny over the years and loved watching the kids learn and thrive. I have worked in a daycare as a teacher and then moved on to working as a nanny for several families.
I have...
Madeline can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maddy has been our full time nanny since August 2022 and we cannot recommend her enough! She is so fabulous with our two year old son and our dog! Maddy has the perfect blend of kindness and patience while also keeping the boundaries and routines that we have...
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 8 families in your neighborhood
I have experience working with children ranging from 6 weeks to 14 years old. When I was 18 I was lucky enough to do a 6 week internship with a second grade class at a local elementary school where I learned more about working with younger children. For a few months when I was in college I worked at a daycare that had students...
Allyson can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Allyson did a date-night sit for me and was absolutely lovely! Punctual and really sweet with my boys. I'd definitely hire again."
Ali L.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
My name is Katerin. I'm 22 years old, I have eight years of child care experience. I've been a nanny for four of those years. I have experience caring for children ranging from newborns, infants to pre teens. I am CPR/ First aid certified. I have experience caring for multiple children at once. I'm bilingual, I also speak...
Katerin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kat is a fantastic caregiver. She took care of my 6-year old and 4-month old for about a month and a half this fall while we were between child care arrangements. We were very lucky to have her in our home. The most valuable things about her, in no particular...
Katherine D.
Sevda N.
Malden, MA
$25/hr • 2 yrs exp
"Date Night Babysitter-Always Available For Evenings And Weekends"
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as friendly, responsible, careful.
I have experience working with infants and toddlers, and I also spent 1 year babysitting a6-year-old girl on the autism spectrum. Then I've been babysitting for a family with two children, ages three and five, for the past year. I'm currently doing my postdoctoral...
Sevda can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our timeline didn't work out but I will continue to work with her in the future should our schedules align."
Joelle S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Elizabeth, I am 25 and I graduated from Lasell University with a degree in Psychology. During my time there, I also pursued and completed double minors in Childhood and Adolescent Studies, as well as Human Resources.
I have several years of experience in various childcare roles, including babysitting, early childhood...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Liz has been great with my kids from diapers to pre-teen! Never had an issue and my children really enjoy spending time with her. Very trustworthy as well. You will not be disappointed. "
Janna Z.
5.0
(1)
My name is Olivia and I am 26 years old. I completed my BFA degree at Emerson College and work in marketing from M-F. I have experience working with pre-K - middle school aged children in nannying, tutoring, and after-school programs. I love creative activities, especially anything art and writing! I am CPR and AED certified as...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Olivia volunteered as a youth mentor in our non-profit program for two years. She is dedicated, reliable and communicative. Olivia engaged her mentee in enrichment activities each week, encouraging creativity, physical activity and academic interests. Olivia...
Maureen D.
Lauryn K.
Cambridge, MA
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi Families! My Name Is Lauryn And I Can't Wait To Hear From You!
5.0
(1)
I have a degree in PK-12 education (concentration in music) and years of experience both in the classroom/tutoring, in a daycare/summer camp and babysitting for families.
I'd describe my personality as reliable, empathetic and patient.
I like working with kids because helping and teaching children is the most rewarding job!...
5.0
"Lauren is litteraly amazing!!! We had Lauren watch our daughter to help us out at the end of the school year for half day pre k! I immediately felt I could trust her, she proved to be very dependable and was able to pick my daughter up from pre k and even took her...
Jamie A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My goal working with kids has always been to be the person I needed when I was a kid! As an early educator my mission has been to implement a learn through play experience! Working at the pace of the child's development and helping them grow in all different aspects. Cognitively, social emotional, etc.
I want to be able to...
Peyton can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Peyton babysat our 1 year old and we just loved her. She arrived early, was very engaging with our daughter (who loved Peyton right away), cooked, and cleaned up. Also loved that she instinctively dead bolted the door behind us without us even telling her to."
Alison J.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Jamaica Plain, MA
Sarah G.
5.0
Sarah was so wonderful with our daughter. She was very patient and took naps with her when she wouldn't sleep without someone holding her. She loved playing with her all day and they both were always laughing. We were very sad to see her move!
- Amanda C.
Marlene G.
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.
Kate G.
5.0
We met Kate off of care.com last year and she has been such a wonderful babysitter for our kids. My 2 year old son is a complete animal and she is so sweet and patient with him, and my 4 year old daughter is obsessed with her. We have used Kate for lots of date nights, and recently had her stay...
- Kate H.
Elena L.
5.0
Elena is great! My 2 year old daughter is a handful, but Elena made such a great connection with her! Elena brought crafts and did pretend play like a champ- would HIGHLY recommend!
- Maria G.
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.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Jamaica Plain, MA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Jamaica Plain, MA?
You can review 35 after school babysitter profiles near you in Jamaica Plain, 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 Jamaica Plain, MA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Jamaica Plain, MA is $21.46. 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 Jamaica Plain, 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 Jamaica Plain, MA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Jamaica Plain, 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 Jamaica Plain, MA can really come in handy.
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Ratings for Jamaica Plain, MA after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
After School Babysitters in Jamaica Plain, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters.