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Find after school babysitters in Melrose, MA that you’ll love
60 after school babysitters are listed in Melrose, MA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 5 years
After school babysitters in Melrose, MA
Hi! I have a lot of experience between babysitting, after school programs and working as a para in the school system. I have my own car, safe driving record, references and I'm very dependable and communicative! :)
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hi there! I am originally from Melrose, and graduated from the University of Alabama in 2022. After graduating, I began my career in education as a Paraprofessional for Boston Public Schools. I have experience with children of all ages, and have nannied for various of my students families outside of school! I am energetic,...
Brenna can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kaitlyn J.
Melrose, MA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Kaitly. I have a little sister who I helped care for her whole life. She is 15 now and has amazing grades in school and is in honors classes. I also began babysitting for neighbors and family friends when I was 10 years old, then realized I loved working with children. I subsequently volunteered at a local home...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Elaine and I am a freshman at Northeastern University. I have 6+ years of childcare experience in babysitting, nannying, and working at a school. I worked at my local elementary school as a Team Lead for the after-school program, working with grades K-5. I have babysitting experience with boys and girls age...
Elaine can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Growing up with two younger siblings (one is 10 years younger and the other is six years younger), I often babysat them while my parents were out. I also have babysat two brothers for the past three years, since they were 1-year-old and 3 months old.
Brittany can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
I have experience caring for children as young as infants. I have cared for children not only in my own extended family but neighbors, others and pets. In terms of pets, I have had many animals in my own family, as well as cared for pets outside of my family, including giving medicines, etc. I am a very big animal lover, and I...
Erin can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Nevina S.
Melrose, MA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I'm a mom of two girls both college graduates. I have years of experience working with children of different ages as well as children with disabilities. I have a reliable car. I absolutely love working with children. Starting September I will have Tuesday/Thursday availability till 3:00pm
Nevina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
5.0
"Nevina has been a part of our family for 3 years now. My children adore her and so do I. Nevina picks up my kids after school and is always finding an activity, craft or past time to do with them. She always gets hugs from the kids when she leaves for the day....
Caitlin F.
Dana M.
Melrose, MA
$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm passionate about supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option. With three years of experience caring for children, I've developed a creative and imaginative approach to play that nurtures their curiosity and development. My friendly and approachable demeanor puts kids at ease and allows me to communicate...
Dana can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
I worked as a teacher at a daycare for two years. I'm infant/toddler and preschool certified. Before being a teacher I worked as a nanny and babysitter, I have 7 year of experience working with kids. I always loved working with children and seeing them grow into little humans is my favorite part. I can provide arts and crafts...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Brenda is an amazing worker, a family member hired her and they loved her, she is so caring, patient, calm, love to play with the kids. The children loved her and is always asking their parents to call her."
Kevillin P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with children since I was very young, beginning with watching my two young siblings at age 11. I then went on to watch my neighbors children, three days a week after school. Then when I was 16, I got a job at the Melrose YMCA After-School Program and loved it. I was there three years. I have had many jobs in...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sarah is an energetic and competent caregiver. We were so glad to find her, and sad that we couldn't have her with us longer. Our son loves his time with her, and lights up when she's around. She is, as another Mom said to me when I first interviewed her, a great...
Mary G.
I have been babysitting children ages 4-10 for over 2 years. I am very good with kids. I play with them, feed them and help them with anything.
Callie can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
I grew up in a single parent home and had a babysitter for most of my childhood. I really look up to the woman that helped me through high school. I think of her as a second mother. I want to create a bond like that with your kid(s). I am an athletic person who likes to be outdoors and have fun. I worked as a lifeguard one...
Gregory can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi, I'm Morgan!
I have been a full time professional nanny for 12+ years. I currently work full time in Cambridge and live in Melrose/Malden area.
I'm available for evening childcare, date night babysitting, fill in care and providing overnight care. I have experience with children from infancy to teens.
I have a passion for...
Morgan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am brand new to Care. com and am eager to get started :) I have always loved children and miss having them around in my life! I moved to NYC two years ago from Kansas City with the engineering company that I currently work for as a Civil Engineer. Back home, I had the kiddos of my friends and family to play with and watch...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Smart, fun and professional. My daughter liked her very much. My dog, too!"
Marybeth L.
Hello, my name is Jane and I love children. I have been working in after school care for 9 years. In addition, I've been raising my grandson, who is now 7, for over 6 years. I am very active, and I enjoy running around with kids, doing art projects, baking, and having a good time with them. I also like to teach them about...
Janie can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I watched a 3-year-old girl last summer. The mother dropped off her daughter at my house early in the morning. I would make her breakfast and lunch. I would also take her to the park a lot since it was so nice out. On rainy days we would make friendship bracelets, watch movies, and bake cookies that she would surprise her mother...
Katelyn can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
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, swimming supervision, craft assistance, 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
(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
(1)
Hi! I recently moved to the area with my husband, but previously worked with a family for three years (2018 to 2021) picking up and watching the kids (ages started: 4 and 7, ended 7 and 11) after school. I also have extensive experience caring for infants and toddlers from caring for my niece, now 2. 5, most Saturdays since she...
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I interviewed Michelle for a full-time position on short notice. She is a sweet and smart young lady. I felt assured that my baby would be safe and well looked after in her care. She was very accommodating and asked questions that showed her genuine desire to have...
Priya M.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
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.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Melrose, MA
Nevina S.
5.0
Nevina has been a part of our family for 3 years now. My children adore her and so do I. Nevina picks up my kids after school and is always finding an activity, craft or past time to do with them. She always gets hugs from the kids when she leaves for the day. Nevina is always responsible, reliable...
- Caitlin F.
Brenda B.
5.0
Brenda is an amazing worker, a family member hired her and they loved her, she is so caring, patient, calm, love to play with the kids. The children loved her and is always asking their parents to call her.
- Kevillin P.
Sarah W.
5.0
Sarah has been an absolute blessing to our family, and we feel beyond lucky to have found her! We were looking for a nanny for our newborn last year, and Sarah reached out to propose a nanny share with her son who was only one month apart in age. We loved Sarah from the second we met her, and we're...
- Lynelle A.
Isabel D.
5.0
Smart, fun and professional. My daughter liked her very much. My dog, too!
- Marybeth L.
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 Melrose, MA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Melrose, MA?
You can review 16 after school babysitter profiles near you in Melrose, 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 Melrose, MA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Melrose, MA is $19.38. 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 Melrose, 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 Melrose, MA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Melrose, 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 Melrose, MA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Melrose, MA?
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Ratings for Melrose, MA after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
After School Babysitters in Melrose, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters.