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71 after school babysitters are listed in Somerville, MA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 6 years
After school babysitters in Somerville, MA
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
Hello! I am a third grade teacher in Cambridge Public Schools and looking for a summer care position. I currently have my masters in elementary education and am certified to teach grades 1-6, while seeking an additional certification for junior k and kindergarten. I am teaching virtual summer school until 12 p.m. from Monday -...
Victoria can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
4.9
(58)
Hired by 40 families in your neighborhood
Hey my name is Shinelle. I'm originally from the Caribbean but have reside in Massachusetts for the past 20 years. I am a part of a large extended family and have assisted in raising several nieces, nephews and cousins from birth all the way through elementary school. I have firsthand experience raising children from infancy...
Shinelle can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Excellent care for our 4yo tot. Respectful and communicative to a fault!"
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Esther J.
Somerville, MA
$30-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.9
(16)
Hired by 44 families in your neighborhood
My name is Esther and I am passionate about caring for children. I am a Certified infant/toddler/preschool teacher, fluent in English and French, and conversational in Spanish. Currently, I work as a Kindergarten Associate Teacher in Somerville, MA. I have experience caring for multiple children at once, having managed up to 10...
Esther can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Highly recommend!!! No hesitations. Esther helped us out during the holidays. Our two daughters immediately loved her. She showed up with fun activities prepared for them, and was very flexible and communicative with me. We were visiting from California and staying...
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I am currently a middle school math teacher and looking to babysit after school/potentially some weekends. I have worked in education for almost three years and have worked in multiple camps. I have worked with kids from 3 years old to 14 years old. I am looking to either tutor or just babysit. Outside of my work, I enjoy...
Madison can also help with: Travel, carpooling
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Olivia and I teach 6th and 7th grade Humanities in Boston Public Schools. Yes... I voluntarily teach middle school... and I love it! I am looking for part time caregiving opportunities (and/or tutoring, if you're interested) over the summer.
I have been working in education for 6+ years, and have 14+ years of...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Olivia babysat for our family for 6 years and was our #1 choice. She is reliable, trustworthy and incredibly bright young woman who really connects with both the children she cares for and the adults that hire her. She is extremely conscientious, creative and goes...
Melissa G.
A Teach for America alumna, I taught second grade inclusion for two years in Lawrence, Massachusetts. I thus have experience working with children who have special needs, including emotional and behavioral disorders. I also have a masters degree in education from Boston University. In addition to my teaching experience, I have...
Catherine can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been professionally nannying children for 14 years, varying from infants to preteens, and would love to get to know your kiddos! I have experience with nanny shares (two toddlers), and have had multiple positions caring for 2 kids at the same time. I also have experience with house managing, meal prep, driving kids,...
Katalina can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Sarah M.
Somerville, MA
$30-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
Fun Caregiver With Theater And Elementary Education Background!
5.0
(1)
I am an experienced and fun caregiver with a background in elementary education and theater education. For the past two years I have worked as an instructional assistant at an elementary school in Newton and substituted grades K-5th, and provided intervention instruction in math. I was also the program manager for the after...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sarah was a wonderful employee! She showed up everyday with a smile on her face. She worked with children ranging from Kindergarten to 5th grade in the after-school program I run. Sarah was patient and energetic, her theater background helped her keep kids...
Katie K.
Alexa S.
Somerville, MA
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! I am a creative and experienced care giver for children of all ages and previously worked in the ER after college up until January of this year. I am entering law school in the Fall and decided to do something I really enjoy beforehand! I have been a camp counselor for five summers and in the winter I volunteer as an...
Alexa can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Amber B.
Somerville, MA
$28-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Looking For A Full Time Nanny Position Starting Immediatley
I am currently working as a barista in Cambridge and am looking to get back into the nanny world for the summer.
A little about my prior experience working with children;
I have been working with children, in some sort of capacity, since I was 13. I started out as a neighborhood mothers helper then transitioned into babysitting...
Amber can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Marilene T.
Somerville, MA
$15-30/hr
I started babysitting in Brazil when I was 12y/o. My first job was taking care of 7 children. Since then I worked as nanny for 7 years. I'm very laid-back and patient, handling with children's difficult behaviors is not a problem. I like to develop educational activities and help with any problems and difficulties they may...
Marilene can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Brittney F.
Somerville, MA
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello families! My name is Brittney, I am a recent graduate of Bridgewater State University and hold a degree in Psychology. I have worked in many camp settings ranging from the Boys and Girls Club to overnight sleep away camps as both a volunteer and paid counselor. Outside of that I have dedicated much part time work to...
Brittney can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I was very impressed with Brittney from the initial phone interview to the face to face meeting. She was taking notes to make sure that she was able to meet my families needs. Brittney was early on her first day. Her mannerism with my daughter was great. She...
Denice M.
When I moved to the Boston area in 2012, I worked as a nanny for two boys for over a year and a half. When I started with their family, they were 5 and 8 years old. When we parted ways, they were almost ages 7 and 10. I left their family to begin pursuing my passions more fully - writing, theater, and recently a rekindled love...
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Natalie O.
Somerville, MA
$18-23/hr • 8 yrs exp
Meet Natalie, A Nurturing, Caring & Fun 26y/o Happy To Help!
I am a responsible, caring young tech professional working 9-5 during the weekdays. I have been babysitting and nannying since I was just 11 years old, and have cared for sweet kiddos and families all across my home town (SF Bay Area) and my college town (Santa Barbara).
I've also worked with kids professionally through a...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Charisse T.
Somerville, MA
$22-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hey,
Thanks for checking out my profile. Here's a little bit about me. I have been working with children for the last 10 years, getting my start working full time at an overnight camp for seriously ill children (age ranges 7-16) working as the outdoor fun/sports specialist. I really enjoyed playing with kids and helping parents...
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: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, 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.
Julieth B.
Somerville, MA
$22-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'm a passionate and experienced childcare provider dedicated to fostering children's growth and development. With three years of experience and a knack for creative, imaginative play, I provide a safe and nurturing environment where children can learn, explore, and have fun. I'm patient, calm, and friendly, and I prioritize...
Julieth can also help with: Meal prep
Julia G.
Somerville, MA
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Julia and I've been working with kids of all ages for over 5 years as a babysitter, coach, and camp counselor. I'm currently studying Child Development and Psychology and hope to go into the field of education in the future. I truly love spending time with kids and immersing myself in their games, activities, and...
I'd describe my personality as empathetic, patient, and supportive.
I like working with kids because they are the most honest human beings you'll ever meet. That, and they are the best judges of character.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Somerville, MA
Evan C.
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 professional. He was a great helper for...
- Yan Z.
Shinelle M.
5.0
Excellent care for our 4yo tot. Respectful and communicative to a fault!
- Care member
Esther J.
5.0
Esther was great with our 4 month old! We were traveling to Boston for an event and had Esther come to our hotel to sit for an evening. Esther was very sweet with our baby and followed the bedtime routine with no issues at all. She sent updates and made us feel very comfortable. She was also very...
- Ashley S.
Olivia D.
5.0
Olivia babysat for our family for 6 years and was our #1 choice. She is reliable, trustworthy and incredibly bright young woman who really connects with both the children she cares for and the adults that hire her. She is extremely conscientious, creative and goes above and beyond in her efforts to...
- Melissa G.
Sarah M.
5.0
Sarah was a wonderful employee! She showed up everyday with a smile on her face. She worked with children ranging from Kindergarten to 5th grade in the after-school program I run. Sarah was patient and energetic, her theater background helped her keep kids entertained during our program hours. She...
- Katie K.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Somerville, MA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Somerville, MA?
You can review 71 after school babysitter profiles near you in Somerville, 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 Somerville, MA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Somerville, MA is $21.87. 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 Somerville, 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 Somerville, MA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Somerville, 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 Somerville, MA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Somerville, MA?
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Ratings for Somerville, MA after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
After School Babysitters in Somerville, MA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 90 reviews of the 71 listed after school babysitters.