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60 babysitters are listed in Acton, MA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Acton, MA
I am a grandmother of three girls ages 16, 14, and 9. I have been responsible for their care since the older one was a newborn. I've so enjoyed caring for them which includes taking them to different activities besides the usual care.
I have been responsible for children's care since I was 14, which includes the care of my...
Jacqueline can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I have 8 years of experience as a camp counselor including head counselor for grades 2-6 and Arts and Crafts specialist. I enjoy swimming, crafts, reading, cooking, and baking.. I am Currently in my final year of Graduate school getting a masters in clinical mental health counseling with a focus on children and adolescents.
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
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 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:
CPR
First Aid
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!
Linda N.
Ayer, MA
$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 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.
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I' m mother of two teenage boys. I love kids! I love to be outside, go to park, play games and read books. Being a mother myself, I know that we must feel very comfortable before we leave our kids with someone else. I have a great deal of experience.
Danielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Awesome experience with Danielle- very trustworthy and punctual! Would definitely hire her again!"
Julie E.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Elaina and I am a graduate of The Ohio State University with a BA in Psychology. I graduated in 2024 from Northeastern University with a Masters/CAGS to be a school psychologist.
I have 7 years of experience working at a daycare in NY. I babysat in Ohio for 3 years. I helped with remote learning, date nights, homework,...
Elaina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Elaina stayed with my 3 and 5 year old for a few hours at a time while I worked. She kept them engaged and entertained. They loved spending time with her. Elaina was always on time and responsive to messages. Will definitely work with her again in the future!"
Kristyn T.
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: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"She is great with kids very responsible and care about her job great girl"
Donald A.
5.0
(1)
I am an experienced, energetic and responsible woman and a mother of a now 23-year-old son. I have experience working with children, as young as 4 months old to end of elementary school age and have excellent recommendations. I am punctual, dedicated, warm, and connect well with children of all ages. When working with children,...
Oksana can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Oksana was the caregiver for my daughter for approximately 6 years. Oksana is a loving and caring woman. She would actively interact with her teaching her different things depending on the child s age and needs. Oksana started working with us when my daughter was 6...
Galina Z.
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
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, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Diane watched our toddler for about a year. She was very reliable throughout and did not miss a single day. She was also extremely flexible which was much appreciated with evolving job conditions during the pandemic."
Luella S.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning
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
(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:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Denise is absolutely incredible. She was a gift for our family! She helped us with childcare for our son when he was a few months old, and occasionally helped with our 2.5yr old daughter as well. Due to her tremendous experience as a post partum doula as well as...
Samantha K.
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:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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
(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: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years experience caring for children from infancy to pre-teens and love kids of all ages. I have experience with multiples and premature infants. I promote healthy eating, daily outdoor activities and reinforce education with toys, workbooks and trips to aquariums, zoos, etc. English is my first language and I can...
Victoria can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I love working with Victoria. She's active with my two boys (2 and 5 years). She's very comfortable with all-things-medical, including watching sick kids, taking them to the doc and dealing with allergies (we have peanut and egg allergy). She didn't know cloth...
Annie M.
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: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Fantastic caregiver! She genuinely loves taking care of children and help them grow. She is experienced and takes great initiative in planning fun activities for the kids. They were always having fun and making new friends. I always felt my children were happy,...
Rebecca J.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Acton, MA
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.
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
Danielle C.
5.0
Awesome experience with Danielle- very trustworthy and punctual! Would definitely hire her again!
- Julie E.
Elaina K.
5.0
Elaina stayed with my 3 and 5 year old for a few hours at a time while I worked. She kept them engaged and entertained. They loved spending time with her. Elaina was always on time and responsive to messages. Will definitely work with her again in the future!
- Kristyn T.
Kethleen D.
5.0
Our boys LOVED Kethleen and we were so grateful to have her to help with out hectic work schedules. Great communication and very reliable.
- Kya G.
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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 25 babysitters in Acton, MA on Care.com, with an average rating of 3.3. 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 $22.84 per hour as of April 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.