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Find babysitters in Arlington, MA that you’ll love
60 babysitters are listed in Arlington, MA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Arlington, MA
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have always enjoyed taking care of children. I have been doing it for 15 years. Kids love to be around me, I love watching them learn and their way of thinking. I have experience with newborns through preteens and have enjoyed every minute of it. I can handle up to 4 children. I have flawless references and a professional but...
Meghan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Meghan is great! She is caring and patient. She works well with anything thrown at her. She works comfortably in our home. She is very dependable. Overall, she makes my life easier."
Kimberly L.
Hollie J.
Arlington, MA
$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caregiver, Babysitting, Special Needs, Senior Care, Family Care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 27 families in your neighborhood
For many years, I have cared for children, from infants to adolescents. Most recently I have been a nanny for two 1-year-old little boys, a 2-year-old little girl, and I continue to work with children and adolescents in my professional career. For several years, I have worked as a theater teacher and mental health clinician...
Hollie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"Hollie was so helpful in caring for our cat. He has just moved here and is confused and upset by the new surroundings. He immediately took to Hollie, who not only provided basic care but also the attention he was craving while we were out of town. She provided...
Becky P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have watched and cared for children of all ages, from real little ones to older elementary and adolescents. I have a masters in counseling/psychology from Lesley University and a Bachelors of Art in Elementary Education from Lasell College. I have about 20 years of work experience with children that exhibit challenging...
Christine can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am mother of 8-year-old daughter and 13-year-old son. I am bilingual (Korean, English) and have been serving for Korean Language Schools since 2008. I love babies. If your kids are in school ages (~ 8 grades), I am willing to tutor their math while the caregiving.
Kyunghun can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a caring responsible and fun Nanny ready to start with a new family helping to developed your kids. I have more than 20 years of experience with twins, newborn and toddlers.
Martha can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Olivia and I am currently a special education Kindergarten teacher in the Waltham Public Schools. I have a license in both moderate special needs Prek-8 and a masters in severe special needs, all levels. I have extensive experience nannying and I feel very confident when working and looking after...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Olivia is a delight! Friendly, kind and flexible. Her experience is evident, she is calm and clearly very capable. My daughter loved her and I recommend her highly!"
Amy B.
Sarah R.
Arlington, MA
$24-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I grew up in a big family. I am a certified lifeguard, also certified in CPR, First Aid and WSI. I like to be clean and tidy, but I know how to play and have fun. I am athletic and full of energy. Whether a child is outgoing and social, or shy and more reserved, I have the skill set and patience it takes to create a positive and...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sarah is great. She cared for our 7 month old son and our 2 1/2 year old daughter and they both loved being with her and thrived under her care. Sarah is very knowledgeable about child development and good at helping kids reach developmental milestones. She's...
Milan D.
Lynn R.
Arlington, MA
$30-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mature And Reliable Part-time Caregiver Available For Summer And Fall.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a highly experienced, educated, and caring provider. I prefer to work with children ages 2-12. I enjoy co-creating games with children, making music and being in nature. I am available to drive children to activities, prepare meals, and help with homework. I am extremely reliable, have a safe driving record, and can provide...
Lynn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We interviewed Lynn for a part time position with our girls. She was engaging, easy to talk to, and clearly has a lot of experience working with kids. She has excellent references and seems very professional and dependable."
Monica D.
Amy Shahrzad K.
Arlington, MA
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love doing everything from arts and crafts to sports and consider myself to be upbeat and easy going. I happy to work with children and people of any age and have a fairly flexible schedule :)
In my free time I'm a long term volunteer at Society and work with sick and newly rescued animals in a fast paced environment that...
Amy Shahrzad can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Amy was wonderful! My kids loved her. She did so many fun things with them like drawing, painting, going to playgrounds, board games, dancing, and pretend play. She was easy to work with and easygoing. Will definitely work with her again!"
Monica F.
Monica B.
Arlington, MA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Monica and I love taking care of children. I like to create a fun, secure, and nurturing environment for the children I care for. I am bilingual, I speak both Spanish and English. I love to read and sing to the children that I care for in both languages. I have over 10 years experience taking care of newborns,...
Monica can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Monica was a delight and my children loved her! She was so helpful and she was always on time. Monica was always available whenever i needed her to come earlier and/or stay late. I have four children and she helped with meal preparation, taking them to activities...
Savannah M.
Vanessa S.
Arlington, MA
$15-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fantastic Babysitter Available For Childcare And K Prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! I have some openings in my schedule for Tuesdays and weekends. I have about 20 years of expedience with all ages, ND kids, twins and triplets, and nanny shares. I love taking kids on adventure to playgrounds, museums, libraries, farms, and more! I've stayed in touch with lots of families I've worked with- here I am...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
I have worked at a local summer camp since I was 15 with children from the age of 3-11. I have watched over a family for the summer and occasional days I have home for almost two years now with a child who is 4, and another who is 6. The youngest I have watched after was a 6-month-old.
Taylor can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! I am a 19-year-old college student who is looking for a summer babysitting job! I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old and have experience with children of all ages. I love kids and love to explore, play, read stories, do arts and crafts, and go on adventures with the kids I babysit. I have a car and I am CPR...
Chloe can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Hi there! My name is Devin. I have a BA and MS in Psychology, and I have worked with children for many years now. In the fall, I will be starting my PhD in Clinical Psychology, as my long-term goal is to be a Child Psychologist! I have a lot of experience working with individuals with special needs, and I am not phased by much!...
Devin can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hannah R.
Arlington, MA
$15-25/hr
Reliable And Dedicated College Student Seeking Babysitting Opportunities For Summer
Hi! I'm Han, a responsible and reliable college student, studying computer science, on the lookout for summer work babysitting and tutoring. Although I may not have any past paid experience, I have spent numerous summers caring for my two younger cousins and has gained valuable skills in child supervision. I understand the...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Angelika L.
Arlington, MA
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing childcare provider with a passion for cultivating children's growth and development. I've been caring for children, including my own two, for the past 20 years in various roles, including babysitting and nannying. As a patient, creative, and friendly individual, I prioritize open communication with parents,...
In addition to raising my own 3 boys (14, 17 and 19) I have 2. 5 years experience working as a nanny for two boys. I have been babysitting for over 10 years. I have also worked as a teacher's assistant at a local elementary school for 3 years. I love working with kids of all ages.
Laura can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Allison P.
Arlington, MA
$25-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello! I will be a recent graduate from UMass Amherst this spring and I am looking for a full time nanny position. I am looking to return to a graduate nursing program in the future, however I have the ability to commit for 1-2 years for the right fit! I hope that continuing to work with children will help me to become a great...
Allison can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Manuela A.
Arlington, MA
$17-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Extremely Patient And Super Energetic And Helpful Sitter
I have been a babysitter for about 5 and a half years. I have worked with many kids, all of them with different personalities and passions. I work well with hyperactive kids and kids that need a lot of attention and play. I love taking the kids to parks or playing with them inside. I love baking or making fun activities so that...
Manuela can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
If you are a teacher looking for childcare, please consider me!
I have always had a fond love of children. Growing up and through college, I always had jobs focused around children ranging from babysitting to working at a summer camp for special needs kids. Moving to the Boston area forced me to change focus for a few years (for...
Kathryn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Arlington, MA
Meghan L.
5.0
Meghan helps our family with childcare 2 afternoons per week and sometimes other days/times if something comes up and I need last minute help. We have 5 kids between the ages of 5-13 and she's handled them even at their worst. She's been able to keep them occupied and entertained which can be...
- Laura M.
Hollie J.
5.0
Hollie was so helpful in caring for our cat. He has just moved here and is confused and upset by the new surroundings. He immediately took to Hollie, who not only provided basic care but also the attention he was craving while we were out of town. She provided updates and photos at every visit....
- Becky P.
Olivia B.
5.0
Olivia is a delight! Friendly, kind and flexible. Her experience is evident, she is calm and clearly very capable. My daughter loved her and I recommend her highly!
- Amy B.
Sarah R.
5.0
Sarah is great. She cared for our 7 month old son and our 2 1/2 year old daughter and they both loved being with her and thrived under her care. Sarah is very knowledgeable about child development and good at helping kids reach developmental milestones. She's resourceful in finding what works for...
- Milan D.
Lynn R.
5.0
Lynn did after school pickup and stayed with my two elementary age kids until dinnertime three days a week for 9 months. She is kind, caring, has a sense of humor, and really puts in the effort to find items of interest to engage kids in her care. She routinely played cards or made art projects with...
- Julie H.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Arlington, MA:
How can I find a Arlington babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Arlington, 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 50 babysitters in Arlington, MA on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Arlington, MA?
The average rate for Arlington, MA babysitters on Care.com is $21.46 per hour as of March 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 Arlington, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Arlington, 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 Arlington, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Arlington, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.