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After school babysitters in Waban, MA
Lily H.
Waban, MA
$19-24/hr • 4 yrs exp
With over two years of experience in childcare, I possess a solid foundation in caring for children, having worked at a daycare, I hold an EEC certification, and gained valuable insight from babysitting, working as a mother's helper, and caring for my younger cousins. In my daycare role, I successfully managed groups of up to 15...
Lily can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Oliver E.
Waban, MA
$17/hr • 2 yrs exp
As a natural caregiver with a passion for nurturing young minds, I'm excited to embark on this journey of providing exceptional childcare. My previous babysitting experiences ignited a desire within me to make a meaningful difference in children's lives.
I take pride in my patient and calm demeanor, which creates a serene...
Oliver can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Lucy, and I just moved to Bed-Stuy in May after graduating from Barnard College with a degree in English and creative writing. I have 10 years of babysitting experience from toddlers to pre-teens and have also spent several summers as a performing and visual arts camp counselor for ages 7-15. I'm a creative and...
Lucy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"My kids adore Lucy! She is so warm, responsible, and communicative. I will definitely be using her for future visits!"
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Eliza.
I'm an energetic, warm and responsible sitter with over a decade of experience working with children of all ages, from infants to teens.
I lead with compassion and meet kids where they're at: aka I'm up for legos, reading, playing outside, sports, crafts, you name it! Here's an overview:
- Babysitting over...
Eliza can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Eliza is a warm and caring sitter, up for all kinds of creative play with our 2 yr old. She is dependable and has great communication. We've been doing 2 mornings a week with Eliza and would highly recommend her to other families."
Rachel F.
5.0
(2)
Hello! I'm Sura, a board-certified occupational therapist, who has a passion for working with kids. I have worked in both childcare and education for 4 years now. I was an after-school teacher and inclusion facilitator working 1:1 with children on the autism spectrum for the City of Cambridge. I have completed 3 full-time...
Sura can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sura is responsible and well educated when it comes to kids! She has a very calm demeanor, and is extremely patient. Very fun and creative as well!"
Samira E.
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 is amazing. The only regret we ever had with Denzil is that we met him just a few months before our severely autistic son moved to a residential school in Framingham. Denzil was extremely competent and professional, but he also cared for us and our child....
Jeff H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I used to be a part-time nanny for several families and I fill my weekends with babysitting and date night. Each family had two to four kids ranging from the age 0-10. As a nanny/caretaker that meant I picked up the kids from school and transported them to any after school recreational activities, I made meals for them, helped...
April can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced sitter who loves kids! I have previously cared for kids of all ages and have helped with my younger siblings my whole life. I would love to babysit for a family that needs a part time sitter.
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I can't say enough good things about Mary. She babysat for my two children, 7 and 5, for the summer and was wonderful. She is highly dependable, always on time, resourceful, and very trustworthy. She is calm and good-nature and was great with my kids. I always felt...
Elizabeth B.
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, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
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
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am available for after school child care, preferably driving to activities, errands, and very willing to help with homework. I am a retired software engineer who seeks a part time role helping busy parents a few times a week. Beyond having teaching credentials, I have extensive experience in helping my family drive my...
Susan can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Susan has provided driving assistance to our family. Now that my son is older he does not need a babysitter but does need transportation to and from activities, camps and various appointments. Susan has been an incredibly reliable driver. She is very safety...
Krista R.
Natasha H.
Medford, MA
$20-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Natasha and I'm an Occupational Therapy Doctoral student at Tufts University. I have a breadth of experience working with kids in various settings, including special needs and recreational after-school programs. I love to plan craft activities and fun games, and would be able to help out with light housekeeping...
Natasha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Natasha is responsible, fun, creative, & well-educated in developmental milestones. She is a great choice for you & your family!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am looking to do after school/date nights/weekend babysitting. I graduated from the University of Maine where I majored in communications and minored in childhood development. I have 10+ years of childcare ranging from the ages of 1 to 12.
I have always enjoyed spending time, looking after and working with kids. After I...
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Gabby has recently come aboard to assist our family with after school childcare for our two elementary school aged children. She has proven to be a terrific help - engaging with our children, helpful with related errands and tasks, reliable, responsible, mature,...
Heather J.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I've had many years of experience working with children as an educator and a caregiver (precisely 11 years studying and working to be a teacher). As a caregiver, I've looked after children from 3 months to 15 years old. As an educator, I've worked as a student teacher in many different schools, been a teacher at a few daycares,...
Dakota can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Dakota is a wonderful person. She is like family to us. She worked for me during the school year, helping me with bringing my daughter to her dance classes and then waiting till I got home. Dakota assisted my daughter with homework as needed and would always find...
Beverly G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Nisha. I am a 24-year-old Boston University Grad Student. Although I am working on my education.
I have worked as a caregiver since my early teen years (8+ yrs strong). I've also worked in many childcare settings: private daycares, in-home nannying, babysitting, summer camps, and after-school. I enjoy what I do when...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nisha looked after our infant son full time starting when he was about 7 months old. I loved that she went outside with him daily to get plenty of fresh air, whenever possible. She also helped introduce and give solids, which was a huge help for us. Apart from...
Magdalena A.
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: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I am a special needs professional with 12+ years of childcare experience. I currently work full time as an instructional para in a 5th and 6th grade special education classroom.
I am looking for occasional evening/weekend and after school jobs with families in the Hyde Park, Roslindale area where I live and have grown...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Nicole is absolutely amazing! She is responsible, kind and creative. I would highly recommend her for any childcare position."
Adrienne E.
5.0
(3)
I am 44 years old and have been taking care of children for 20+ years. I have dedicated my life to making a difference in the lives of children. I love them, and love doing all the things that children love to do (play, games, crafts, etc)
My biggest goal is to give children the opportunity to grow and learn at their own pace,...
Jessica can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jessica was amazing in all areas, especially in supporting my son who displayed some behavioral challenges. Jessica helped to create an incentive program to help promote his pro-social behavior. She is also simply great with children - always energetic, creative...
Kelli P.
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As someone who began caring for my siblings at a very young age, including a sibling who has behavioral issues, ADHD, and special needs - it was only natural that as soon as I turned 13, I began babysitting and nannying for neighbors. I have always loved children and I am dedicating my future career to helping children and...
Livi can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Livi is wonderful! My two girls, 1.5 & 4.5 adore her. She is thoughtful, punctual, organized, and she always engages the girls in activities. My 4.5 year old loves all the crafts they do together! She always updates me on the girls and what they are doing while I'm...
Ashley R.
5.0
(2)
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: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
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.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Waban, MA
Lucy N.
5.0
My kids adore Lucy! She is so warm, responsible, and communicative. I will definitely be using her for future visits!
- Care member
Eliza F.
5.0
Eliza is a warm and caring sitter, up for all kinds of creative play with our 2 yr old. She is dependable and has great communication. We've been doing 2 mornings a week with Eliza and would highly recommend her to other families.
- Rachel F.
Sura H.
5.0
Sura is responsible and well educated when it comes to kids! She has a very calm demeanor, and is extremely patient. Very fun and creative as well!
- Samira E.
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.
Mary O.
5.0
I can't say enough good things about Mary. She babysat for my two children, 7 and 5, for the summer and was wonderful. She is highly dependable, always on time, resourceful, and very trustworthy. She is calm and good-nature and was great with my kids. I always felt comfortable knowing they were with...
- Elizabeth B.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Waban, MA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Waban, MA?
You can review 2 after school babysitter profiles near you in Waban, 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 Waban, MA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Waban, MA is $18.00. 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 Waban, 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 Waban, MA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Waban, 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 Waban, MA can really come in handy.
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