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60 after school babysitters are listed in West Newton, MA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 8 years
After school babysitters in West Newton, MA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a freshman in college, I have been babysitting for about 5 years now in cities in the Boston area, such as Medford, Winchester, Woburn, and Arlington. I have babysat children ranging from infants to middle-schoolers, and everything in between. I am very friendly and bond extremely well with young children. I have babysat...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a first-year Physician Assistant student with extensive babysitting and EMT experience. Originally from Chicago, I came to Boston for graduate school. Prior to that, I went to Iowa State University where I received a Bachelors of Science in Genetics. After graduating, I worked in an Emergency Department where I cared for...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emily was a phenomenal, energetic, kind and imaginative babysitter for my silly 8yo boy. She also helped around the house, with the laundry, organizing his room, getting him to reach and be interested in all kinds of topics from whales to electric circuits and...
Olga S.
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
(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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jess is great with all kids, kids of all ages. She is supportive while also being a teacher and helping them make good decisions. She has a wonderful personality that helps kids feel comfortable, she also always expects them to respect her in the right ways....
Heidi B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Diane. I am CPR certified. I have babysat for several Winchester families on a long term basis. I am available for morning, after school pickup and afternoon/evening care. I am very engaging and truly enjoy spending time with children and teenagers. Please contact me with any questions. I have references...
Diane can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"We love Diane! She has been with us for seven years and I highly recommend her! I have four children (ages 2-13) and she is fantastic with them. My little ones are so excited when they know she's coming. She is fun, reliable, and responsible- and most...
Laura R.
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
"Shinelle has watched our toddler for us a number of times. She is always super responsive, and she is great with our son! Some specific highlights:
- She's used an app to share her schedule, which makes booking super easy
- A couple times, when we left, our son...
Parker L.
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: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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
(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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
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
(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: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep
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
(2)
Hi, my name is Mary! I am an energetic babysitter/Nanny with 7+ years of experience looking after children on weekday evenings, weekends, and school holidays. I am a mother myself. My daughter is 5-year-old and is currently attending school five days a week. Therefore, my schedule is pretty flexible and can be available full or...
Mary can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My kids love Mary. When she is over my children, G. 4 and C. 6, only want to play with their cousin Mary. She has lots of energy and keeps them entertained for hours. She is caring and comforting and fun to be around. She is someone I could rely on to watch my...
Mary M.
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, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
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
(1)
Lovely, patient, responsible, funny and respectful. Family M. Part time nanny of 2 boys (7 and 9 years) Pick it up from school bus Feed them and assist them with homework Engaged children in stimulating, puzzles, games indoor and outdoor Promoted positive behavior Family D. 1 girl 6 6 years old and a boy 18 months weekends night...
5.0
"Kika was a wonderful person to invite into our home and help watch our son (between 8-12 months of age). She followed our requests and interacted well with him. She was always on time. We felt completely comfortable and felt sad to say goodbye!"
Lannie L.
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)
I am a 29-year-old licensed Real Estate Agent, currently looking for part time nanny opportunities. Being in Real Estate, I have extremely flexible hours and make my own schedule. I have over 10 years of babysitting experience, spending many college summers nannying for local families. My partner is a father of two wonderful...
Camryn can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Bessie R.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Brooklyn-based Sitter With 4+ Years Of Experience Under Her Belt, Lots Of Energy And Laughter!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Bessie -- nice to meet you! I have babysat for New York-based families with children of all ages on and off for six years, though I do have least experience with infants, and do it all--helping with homework, light housework, cooking, pickups, and activities, depending on what you're looking for. I find that kids like me...
Bessie can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Bessie was just incredible. She was easy-going and respectful, communicated well around scheduling and watching my daughter in ways consistent with my parenting style, and her warmth had my daughter immediately comfortable with her. She also graciously worked...
Karen B.
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: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Marlene is wonderful! She sat my 6 and 8 year old while we enjoyed a date night. She was punctual, kind, responsible and fun! We look forward to having her again!"
Kara S.
Katherine P.
Natick, MA
$34-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Looking For a Long Term Nanny Position and Occasional Babysitting
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with children newborn and up, I also have twin experience. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I am also ECC teacher certified infant/toddler/preschool. I have background in Early Childhood and Special Education. I have been working in the child care setting since I was 16 years old. I started babysitting when I...
Katherine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"It could be that the joke around my office is that I refer to my daycare-pickup nanny as "Mary Poppins". The fact is, it's not a joke. We truly believe she is a real-world fairy-godmother.
We hired Katherine six months ago to be the point person with our...
Elizabeth W.
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.
Samantha H.
Boston, MA
$18-23/hr • 5 yrs exp
Fun, Outgoing, Down-to-Earth Sitter With Years Of Experience
5.0
(1)
I have 5 years of child-care experience, including 2 years of professional experience as Lead Counselor and Director of Curriculum for an outdoor-oriented day camp. My care philosophy is centered around humor, hands-on creativity, and spending quality time outdoors. I am comfortable with swimming supervision, beach trips,...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Samantha (Sam) is my kids favorite babysitter. She is very personable, has always been on time, and her care for children is very apparent. "
Care member
5.0
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
My name is Hala; I started working with children as soon as I graduated from college. I taught English as a second language for grades, kindergarten, 1 and 2, to 11 years. Then after I had my daughter, I taught preschool, and toddlers for 4 years. I became an infant, toddler and lead preschool teacher certified with first aid...
Hala can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kind, thoughtful, competent, fast, up-beat, smart, conscientious, with fast follow-up. Any employer would be lucky to get her."
Scott G.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in West Newton, MA
Emily M.
5.0
Emily was a phenomenal, energetic, kind and imaginative babysitter for my silly 8yo boy. She also helped around the house, with the laundry, organizing his room, getting him to reach and be interested in all kinds of topics from whales to electric circuits and always full of fun excursion ideas. We...
- Olga S.
Jessica G.
5.0
Our family has known Jess for 12 years and she has babysat our 2 daughters from toddler through preteen ages and was phenomenal with them at all ages. She is incredibly hard working reliable trustworthy caring funny and entertaining. The kids feel like she is a playmate and requested only her to sit...
- Ali M.
Diane P.
5.0
We love Diane! She has been with us for seven years and I highly recommend her! I have four children (ages 2-13) and she is fantastic with them. My little ones are so excited when they know she's coming. She is fun, reliable, and responsible- and most importantly, I completely trust her!
- Laura R.
Shinelle M.
5.0
Excellent care for our 4yo tot. Respectful and communicative to a fault!
- Care member
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.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in West Newton, MA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in West Newton, MA?
You can review 6 after school babysitter profiles near you in West Newton, 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 West Newton, MA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in West Newton, MA is $20.50. 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 West Newton, 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 West Newton, MA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in West Newton, 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 West Newton, MA can really come in handy.
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