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60 babysitters are listed in Acton, MA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Acton, MA
Rafaela B.
Acton, MA
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi guys (: I'm a creative and communicative person, and I've always gotten along very well with children, I'm the eldest of two brothers so that made me learn a lot. I'm very patient and careful, and always try to do my best. I don't have much experience in this area, but I'm very hardworking and I really love dealing with...
Rafaela can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
I have experience as a child care provider and as a companion to people with developmental disabilities. I have been a backup nanny for a family for the past couple of years and have worked as a companion to people with developmental disabilities for more than 15 years. I have a Master's degree from Lesley University. I am first...
Leslie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Enaya B.
Acton, MA
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as punctual, responsible, dependable
I like working with kids because I enjoy taking care of kids and helping out families
I started working with kids when I was 18
In my spare time, I like to read, watch movies and hang out with friends
One thing you should know about me is that I can be...
I've never worked paid with children, but since my niece was born I've been the one who took care of her so my sister could work, so I have a lot of experience with babies and older children too! I consider myself a very patient person, I love caring for and being with children and I'm good at it!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a college student studying biology & art, however, I am currently taking a gap year. In my first two years of college, I played soccer and I am currently find lots of joy in the outdoors. I am energetic and love to be present with the children I babysit whether that means drawing, reading, homework, or playing in the...
Sofia can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sofia was wonderful. She was punctual, flexible and engaged. My son warmed up to her immediately. The weather wasn't great during the stretch she was with us, but she did a great job of getting my son outside as much as possible and played with him indoors the rest...
Jessica W.
Linda N.
Ayer, MA
$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am very caring and nurturing when it comes to children and animals. I have been babysitting regularly since I was 12 years old for various families, that's over 20 years of experience! My strength and preference is with infants. I provide families with advice and exercises to help foster babies' development.
I obtained...
5.0
"I cannot say enough wonderful things about Linda. She has become an integral part of our family and can do it all. Meal-prep, laundry, baby proofing, home organization, handiwork, cleaning...the list goes on! She is thoughtful, resourceful, creative, professional,...
Lily W.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Julie and I am a second grade teacher. My hope is to babysit regularly throughout the summer, with the opportunity to continue with a family for occasional nights out during the school year. I really enjoy working with children, and I am seeking an active family looking for someone to help navigate the summer months....
Julie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"We love Julie! She did a wonderful job sitting for my kids this summer. She is fun, very reliable and responsible. I never had to worry about a thing. We will miss her when she goes back to college in September. We will be waiting for her next summer when she...
Lynne S.
Marja H.
Bedford, MA
$10-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a college student looking for part time work as a nanny. I worked at a daycare for four years during high school, and I have worked as a nanny for a few different families since then. I am CPR certified and currently in school for early childhood education, hoping to become a daycare teacher. I love kids, and I am a...
5.0
"Marja is very sweet. We've had her watch our 11-month old daughter a good handful of times now for around 5hrs each visit. She's a great communicator and always follows directions. She is super reliable and is very interactive with our daughter. I would definitely...
Jenny S.
Elaine L.
Lowell, MA
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Elaine I have 6 years of experience working with kids! I'm very reliable, patient, fun, I can be energetic when needed. I don't drink or smoke, won't mind to help with laundry and I'm also a very good cooker!! I'm a safe and good driver too, in case there is a need for rides, I have my own car. Would love to...
Elaine can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Elaine nannied for our son and was part of our family for the last 3 years! Alex has grown so big and is now in preschool. We are so sad to see her go but it was time for him. In addition to watching our son, Elaine took on a lot of the daily chores in our home...
Sarah D.
Brittani D.
Ayer, MA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I started babysitting my little cousins in middle school after my girl scout troop got the chance to participate in a babysitting class. About 5 years ago, I began watching a little boy at age 2 1/2 and it became a weekly thing. Over the years, his 2 sisters were added into the mix and then he started school so I now just watch...
Brittani can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm in search of a nanny/babysitting position for the upcoming summer, specifically from late June through all of July. While I'm currently working as a special education teacher assistant at Curtis Middle School during the academic year, I'm looking to explore something different during the summer months. I have plenty of...
Kethleen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"She is great with kids very responsible and care about her job great girl"
Donald A.
5.0
(1)
Hello,
My name is Kelsey, and I am 32 years old. I have my Bachelors degree in Elementary Education and my Masters degree in School Counseling.
I have a lot of experience babysitting and working with children in a variety of different settings. Currently I work as an elementary school counselor in Methuen and am looking for...
Kelsey can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Kelsey is the BEST nanny ever! I had Kelsey watch my 21 month old daughter a couple days a week for the summer while she was off from her teaching job. Not only was she engaging, loving and nurturing, but she truly taught my daughter so many things! I was so...
Michelle B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a mom of a 19 yr-old child. When she was young I provided daycare to children (ages infant to early-elementary) in my home for 3 years. Then I worked with a family as a personal assistant for 9 yrs, helping with various tasks including child care, driving to Dr appts & activities, running errands, grocery shopping, watching...
Diane can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Diane such a wonderful nanny! She has been caring for my baby daughter since she was three months old. She also occasionally watches my 7 and 10 year-old kids and they adore her. She is responsible, reliable and a joy to have around. I highly recommend her for...
Care member
Laura J.
Billerica, MA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dual-licensed Elementary Educator Looking For Summer Odds + Ends!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi - I'm Laura! I'm a dual-licensed educator with a Masters degree in Integrated Elementary and Special Education. I've been working with children for over 10 years in a a variety of ways - teaching, Early Education director, nanny!
I'd describe my personality as easy going, flexible, and fun!
I like working with kids because...
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Laura has worked for us for 5 months, taking care of our now 11-month-old son for 15 hours a week. She is always on time, arrives with a smile, and spreads that smile to the whole family while she is with us.
She is intuitive with young children - locks eyes...
Cate K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi,
With over 7 years of experience, I offer a confident, energetic, and fun approach to childcare. I believe in instilling values of respect for others, nature, and the world. I provide a supervised, safe, and stable environment while also offering assistance with travel, grocery shopping, and introducing children to other...
Silmara can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Silmara is professional, diligent, caring and intelligent!"
Victoria L.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a seasoned mom with 3 grown children. I have spent most of my years using my Early Childhood Degree providing early childhood care for families in large daycare centers, as well as my own home daycare. For the past 10 years I have taken on a new role as a Postpartum Doula. I am available to offer assistance to new moms and...
Denise can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Denise was phenomenal and we are so grateful to have recently had the opportunity to have Denise help us in transitioning into our new roles as parents with our then 8-week old son. We are first-time parents and neither of us had family nearby. There is so much to...
Adrianna L.
Aletha D.
Maynard, MA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Early Childhood Educator Available For Various Babysitting Needs
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am an energetic, reliable, and passionate early-childhood educator with 25+ years paid experience in the field, and have 3 teenage children of my own. My favorite activities to do with children are exploring the outdoors, playing games (both indoor and out!), reading, cooking and crafts. I am able to assist with homework,...
Aletha can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Aletha is an amazing caregiver! I cannot say enough positive things about her. She has been working with our family for over a year and my son, now 4, adores her. She keeps up with his imagination and insatiable questioning and desire to learn. She always goes...
Branwen C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Thanks for reading my profile! I am 44 years old. My first language is Spanish and my second is English. I have been working with kids for the last 15 years. I love to work with kids. I'm fun, very responsible and enthusiastic. I am always willing to teach new things and enjoy all their activities. I have excellent references...
Diana can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Great person and trustworthy. We utilized her services as a nighttime nanny. She was perfect. "
Rose K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am looking to integrate my skills and background to make a positive impact in children's lives. With an impressive background in providing outstanding care to children from infancy to elementary school-added with my resourcefulness, caring, organized and patient characteristics- I am confident that I can provide exceptional...
Byanca can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Byanca is a fantastic nanny for my two children. She is extremely organized, engaging, and dependable. She always has activities planned for my children, so they are always busy doing crafts or going on fun adventures. My kids love her and I can feel confident that...
Lauren K.
Alcione G.
Maynard, MA
$33-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hi! I'm work with kids my entire life. I love to play, teach and learn with them. I started as a volunteer for a church (a program called Pastoral ) helping kids from low income family. Also I used to volunteer for a program called APAE (program in Brazil that helps kids with Down syndrome). I've babysit/nanny for kids 02...
Alcione can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
5.0
"Relates well with kids. Always interacting and engaging them. Very responsible."
Heather M.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Acton, MA
Sofia C.
5.0
Sofia was wonderful. She was punctual, flexible and engaged. My son warmed up to her immediately. The weather wasn't great during the stretch she was with us, but she did a great job of getting my son outside as much as possible and played with him indoors the rest of the time. I would hire her...
- Jessica W.
Linda N.
5.0
I cannot say enough wonderful things about Linda. She has become an integral part of our family and can do it all. Meal-prep, laundry, baby proofing, home organization, handiwork, cleaning...the list goes on! She is thoughtful, resourceful, creative, professional, hard-working, and most importantly...
- Lily W.
Julie G.
5.0
Julie is amazing with my three rambunctious boys! Always calms and happy. My kids look forward to her coming!
- Andrea M.
Marja H.
5.0
Marja is very sweet. We've had her watch our 11-month old daughter a good handful of times now for around 5hrs each visit. She's a great communicator and always follows directions. She is super reliable and is very interactive with our daughter. I would definitely recommend Marja to a friend and am...
- Jenny S.
Elaine L.
5.0
Elaine has been the most amazing nanny for the last three years! She always goes above and beyond and does her best to make our lives easy. We will miss her so much now that our son is in preschool. She will do an amazing job for any family!!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Acton, MA:
How can I find a Acton babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Acton, MA can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 24 babysitters in Acton, MA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Acton, MA?
The average rate for Acton, MA babysitters on Care.com is $21.52 per hour as of January 2025. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Acton, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Acton, MA through Care.com. As of 2025, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Acton, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Babysitters in Acton, MA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.