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60 babysitters are listed in Arlington, MA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Arlington, MA
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
Megan D.
Arlington, MA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Megan and I've been babysitting for most of my life! I was also a part time nanny for two girls aged 6 and 8 for a year. I have my own car and I have experience making meals, helping with homework, and caring for kids of all ages!
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Benafshay M.
Arlington, MA
$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Benafshay, and I am a junior at UMASS Lowell majoring in Criminal Justice. I live in Arlington, MA, and am looking for babysitting jobs. I have extensive experience working with children. In middle school, I coached a swim team for children ages 6-15. In high school, I worked at the National Parks of Boston, where I...
Benafshay can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Ashley D.
Arlington, MA
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Ashley, and I'm excited to offer my babysitting services to families in need of a caring and dedicated babysitter. Although I have minimal formal babysitting experience, I have always loved being around kids and helping them thrive. I'm passionate about creating a fun, safe, and nurturing environment where...
Hi my name is Nicole,
I'm here looking for a job as a babysitter because I love kids and enjoy taking care of them, I enjoy cooking and helping around the house love doing what I can to help, I drive a Ford fusion se 2016 it's a very big car fits up to three car sits, I have experience with kids since I was 12 because in Brazil...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Kaley M.
Arlington, MA
$24/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 23, going to school for elementary education. I have been working in Special Ed classrooms as a Paraprofessional for a few years. I love working with kids, whether it's teaching them or playing with them. I have been babysitting/nannying for 5 years, but I like to say my whole life because I have two younger sisters. I love...
Kaley can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Hannah T.
Arlington, MA
$30-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I love working with kids because I always tend to learn more about the world when I hang out with them! I love their curiosity, imagination, and sense of humor. I babysat all throughout middle and high school, and then worked as a camp counselor for kids ages 6-18 for three summers. I also have two additional years of nanny...
Sabine G.
Arlington, MA
$22-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
I started working with kids when I was 14 and have continued to do so since then.
In my spare time, I like to be active outside, do arts and crafts activities, spend time with my family.
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Thank you for viewing my profile. Only currently available for part time weekend care. After taking a break from nannying and switching over to center daycares I've worked with children mostly infants 6 weeks old up to preschool age but I love teaching children of all ages. In addition to the normal childcare...
Tamaya can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"We are so thankful we found Tamaya. She was available for full-time care for our 5-month old son for 3 weeks as I was transitioning jobs, and we could not have had a better experience. She was thoughtful, kind, and patient with both us as parents and with our son....
Evan A.
I am a young professional in Arlington, MA looking for part time work in childcare. I am passionate about inspiring children. I am able to provide tutoring and cleaning services along with everyday childcare needs.
I'd describe my personality as driven, compassionate, and responsible.
I like working with kids because I draw...
Kristen can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Susana G.
Arlington, MA
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
As a caregiver, my passion is to positively impact children's lives and support families by offering reliable childcare. My calm and patient nature allows me to create a nurturing environment for your children. I keep parents informed through written daily reports, and I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules. With my...
I like working with kids because they bring so much joy and energy to every moment, and their curiosity and creativity inspire me to see the world in new ways. Plus, their hugs and giggles make every day brighter!
I'm looking for a job that offers a warm and loving environment where I can build meaningful relationships with the...
Ana Carolina can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jordan C.
Arlington, MA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available For Part-Time Help (Early Evenings/Weekends Only)
Hi there!
I have over 10 years of experience with children as young as 8 months to 10+ years old. I enjoy doing fun activities with kids, such as playing outside, doing art projects, or anything the kids like to do. I am comfortable caring for pets, since I always had a family dog growing up. I'm a tidy person so I don't mind...
Jordan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Ana Julia T.
Arlington, MA
$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a patient and easygoing childcare provider with three years of experience caring for children of all ages. I am passionate about children's growth and development, and my goal is to make a positive impact on their lives. I am comfortable enforcing household rules, but I always follow the parents' lead.
My favorite games to...
Ana Julia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Crystal W.
Arlington, MA
$30-50/hr • 13 yrs exp
I am a Certified Postpartum Doula and Lactation Educator, a Certified Babywearing Educator through Center on Babywearing Studies (CBWS), and am CPR and First Aid certified.
I am a mom of four kids, hold a BS in Engineering Physics, and enjoy the outdoors and dancing. I have been helping families for 12 years and have fine tuned...
Lex S.
Arlington, MA
$17-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Lex, and I'm a light-hearted college student. I've worked with children since I was a young teenager, and I love doing so.
I am fun, energetic, reliable, mother of 3 happy children (19, 17, and 12). I have been involved with the schools in Arlington as a room parent, chaperone, and volunteered with many activities at my kids Elementary/ Middle schools . I am a multi-tasker, and had to wear many different hats during my professional career as a...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Colleen D.
Arlington, MA
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Colleen. I'm a college student studding early childhood education at MassBay. I have 6 years of experience with children as a caregiver, camp counselor, after school and preschool teacher, and a youth cheer coach. I strive to create a fun, safe and educational environment for children as well as helping parents...
Colleen can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Avi G.
Arlington, MA
$30-39/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've been a nanny for nine years and majority of my career I have taken care of mostly infants to 6 years of age. I have taken care of older children (ages 7yrs-13yrs ) as well but not as much as I have with toddlers and infants. I have a son myself (he's 14 years old) so using my own parenting experience and the knowledge and...
Avi can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
I have 20+ years of experience. I have excellent references. Looking for a long term family to grow with.
Sevasti can also help with: Meal prep
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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 51 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 $21.33 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 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 23 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.