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499 babysitters are listed in Boston, MA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Boston, MA
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a 3rd (almost 4th) year medical student at BU and 2020 Duke grad. I'm looking for intermittent, flexible work to help pay for school expenses.
I love playing sports, cooking, & reading. Not a huge TV girl, I enjoy coming up with activities to occupy kids outside of tv . Previous families describe me as imaginative,...
Noelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Noelle was wonderful with our 6 month old son and 4 year old niece. I highly recommend her to any family looking for a fun, upbeat, friendly and nurturing caregiver."
Corinne A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Clare. I have been babysitting for as long as I can remember over the last 10 years, and have extensive experience with kids of any and all ages. I have nannied for multiple families with infants/children below 12 months, assisted with transport of kids for after-school activities, and worked with many special...
Clare can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Clare babysat for us while we vacationed in NYC.
She was a pleasure and we would be happy to use her anytime we come to town"
Cassidy D.
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
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Katie and I love working with kiddos. My initial career choice was to become a teacher, but I ultimately ended up choosing music business instead. I would love to help with whatever you need help with (errands, pick up, drop off, housekeeping, etc). I have roughly 3 years of experience: my most recent being...
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Katie was a great caretaker for my two year old son. She is vaccinated, has a car, and is very communicative. She was very gentle, patient, and thoughtful with my son and enjoyed spending time with him. Katie is a great person all around!"
Nicole L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced sitter who loves kids! I have previously cared for kids of all ages and have helped with my younger siblings my whole life. I would love to babysit for a family that needs a part time sitter.
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I can't say enough good things about Mary. She babysat for my two children, 7 and 5, for the summer and was wonderful. She is highly dependable, always on time, resourceful, and very trustworthy. She is calm and good-nature and was great with my kids. I always felt...
Elizabeth B.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I just recently moved to the North End and am looking for a babysitting position. I'm originally from the North Shore. I'm looking for a part-time position and occasional date nights! I've been babysitting since I was 13 and I've babysat kids of all ages. I'm an excellent cook, very active, outgoing, nature-loving...
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Melissa was easy to talk to when we set up babysitting and the kids (3 and 5 yrs) had a wonderful time! She was prompt, kind, and fun. Will definitely ask to have Melissa back again!"
Rachel J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've loved kids ever since I can remember! Growing up I knew my passion was to work with children and got to live out that dream by working as a Clinical Research Assistant in Boston Children's Hospital (BCH) for four years. At BCH I got to work with newborns (as young as 12 days old!), toddlers, and children on a regular basis....
Clarisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Clarisa worked for my family while she was living in Puerto Rico. She took care of my two young boys, 2 and 5 years-old. Clarisa is a very energetic, caring, and responsible babysitter; and, honestly, the best we have ever had. During her time with my family she...
Lorena V.
5.0
(2)
Hello! I am a caring, positive, outgoing, and entertaining sitter. I am a pediatric RN and have also worked long term for many families as a sitter/nanny. I am dedicated to working with, as well as caring for, children of all ages and abilities. I hope I can help your family with not only childcare but the little things too.
May can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"I can't say enough to convey just how great May was with my son. She started him on good study habits, sitting with him after school to do homework. She has a great sense of humor and was a good sport when he made "pranking my babysitter" videos. She's patient...
Rhonda B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Harper and I am a 26-year-old transgender male (I am including this piece of information because I feel it is necessary to be completely honest with those putting me in charge of their children). I have 10 years of child care experience and seven years of experience working with people of all ages with...
Harper can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Harper is an extremely dependable, thoughtful caregiver who has been helping us take care of our three kids (two boys and a girl, ages 6, 3 and 3) for about a year now. He picks them up a school/daycare, plays with them, makes their lunches, folds their laundry,...
Joshua G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse for almost 8 years and recently graduated with my MSN and am now a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner. I have been a babysitter and nanny to numerous families since High School and love working and caring for kids of all ages! I work 3-4 days a week as a RN and have...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hannah is an amazing caregiver to my son. He has a lot of difficult needs each day and she handles them all with grace and ease. My son looks forward to spending time with her every day she comes!! She has become an integral part of our household! I am so sad...
Lisa P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Registered Pediatric Nurse working at a Boston Hospital. I graduated from the the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Science with my BSN in 2020 and recently completed my Masters in Public Health in May 2023. I love working with kids and have experience with newborns -teenagers. I am good for long term...
Ekaterina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"If I could give more stars I would. I have to say, I'm am really impressed with this young woman! I have always been scared to use the Internet to find a babysitter, but I was at my wits end & needed some time to myself!
I decided to take a chance.
From the...
Megan R.
Eliza S.
Boston, MA
$25-32/hr • 4 yrs exp
Part-time High Energy Babysitter- Loves Children Of All Ages.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Eliza I have babysat and lived in Back Bay for 3 years now. I have built relationships with many Boston/Cambridge families for date night and weekend babysitting the area. I truly love spending time with kids as I used to nanny full time. I spent all of 2020 running a Pandemic Pod and nannying two elementary...
Eliza can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Eliza was amazing! We hired her last minute and couldn’t have been happier with her promptness, attention to our boys, and responsiveness. She’s a great driver and we will definitely hire her again! "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I study Sociology at College in Boston. Over the past six months, I've had the joy of working at St. Mary of the Assumption School as Extended Day Program Staff, where I connect with wonderful children aged 3-5 through play, leading fun activities like drawing and coloring. This position perfectly blends my love for child...
Sophia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sophia was so kind and jumped into playing and reading with our daughter right away! She had fun during her time with Sophia and I would definitely hire her again!"
Marissa V.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Mei Lin, a fun-loving, hard-working, and organized electrical engineer working in the Greater Boston area! From babysitting, coaching gymnastics, and mentoring with Strong Women Strong Girls during college, I have a combined 5 years of experience working with kids from Pre-K to 8th grade. I am looking to earn some...
Mei Lin can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
5.0
"Mei Lin was super flexible in last minute changes to our plans."
Lauren V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I recently graduated summa cum lade from Northeastern University and have a love for caring for kiddos! I'm available on weekends to provide childcare on weekdays, I'm unavailable due to my work schedule.
I have experience with children from ages 6 months to teenagers but I especially adore the younger ones! I've been a summer...
Isabel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Isabel is a fantastic caregiver and person. She has been a huge part of our daughters' lives over the last several years and took wonderful care of them. She is also a great role model for young girls. Isabel creates activities to enrich the children's time spent...
Brian S.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My love for working with children has brought me back to my college side gig!! During the week, I work as a product manager at a major consulting firm. However, my I was a part-time babysitter for most of college for weekends and date nights, and have cared for many families over the last 7 years.
Chinaza can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Chinaza was engaging, friendly, and kind. My son thinks she is "nice and amazing." We liked that she played games with him and read books to him. We look forward to having Chinaza to care for our son again."
Katie W.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Sabrina! I live in Boston, MA. I have a Bachelors degree in Journalism & Business. I graduated from college with Honors and was Salutatorian of my high school class. I tutor children on mainly core subjects. I know ASL as well and have performed with the San Diego Symphony and have taught children's ASL classes...
Sabrina can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Sabrina is friendly, caring, and professional. She is a wonderful teacher and my kids loved having her work with them. She is great at planning educational games and activities. I would highly recommend her for any position that she pursues. Thank you!"
Martha S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I grew up in Boston, MA and currently reside in the South End. I have a ton of experience in childcare not just as a babysitter and nanny but also as a camp counselor, softball coach to kids between the ages of 4 and 6, and an assistant teacher at an on-campus daycare. I have been a Red Cross certified babysitter for...
Virginia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Virginia is very attentive and caring with our 18 month old. We'd hire her again for occasional babysitting."
Genevieve L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am looking to assist you and your family with evening and weekend childcare. I am a licensed elementary teacher. I am currently teaching 1st and 2nd grade at a private school in the Cambridge area. I completed my masters in education with a focus in literacy in May of 2020. I have experience working in day cares with children...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Best Nanny one can wish for. Mary (or Tori, as we know her) has been our son's best friend throughout this summer 2021. We feel so fortunate to have had her taking care of our son. E's face every morning when she arrives, says it all; she is a perfect caretaker in...
Eric G.
Emily L.
Boston, MA
$25-36/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I was an au pair in Boston for a year and a half. I cared for a newborn boy from birth until he was 18 months old, while also looking after his 2-year-old sister. I have been working as a Nancy for eight years, caring for children of different ages. I love childcare.
I am responsible, hardworking, and extremely well-organized....
Emily can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Emily is an amazing girl. She is super nice and loving. She took care of my daughter and we are so thankful to her. She is very responsible and hardworking .She always offered to our daughter a happy, fun and security environment. "
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Boston, MA
Noelle G.
5.0
Noelle has been an amazing caretaker for our 3 year old son during this summer. She is extremely bright, talented, and has a genuine love for children and animals.
She has demonstrated to us that she is fully capable of showing 100% attention and dedication during her sessions with our son.
We...
- Vanessa K.
Clare O.
5.0
Clare babysat for us while we vacationed in NYC.
She was a pleasure and we would be happy to use her anytime we come to town
- Cassidy D.
Katie H.
5.0
Katie was a great caretaker for my two year old son. She is vaccinated, has a car, and is very communicative. She was very gentle, patient, and thoughtful with my son and enjoyed spending time with him. Katie is a great person all around!
- Nicole L.
Mary O.
5.0
I can't say enough good things about Mary. She babysat for my two children, 7 and 5, for the summer and was wonderful. She is highly dependable, always on time, resourceful, and very trustworthy. She is calm and good-nature and was great with my kids. I always felt comfortable knowing they were with...
- Elizabeth B.
Melissa L.
5.0
Melissa is great!! My three toddlers had a blast with her. She is on time, a phenomenal communicator and has a lot of energy to keep up with the kids. We recommend Melissa.
- Kelley S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Boston, MA:
How can I find a Boston babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Boston, 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 499 babysitters in Boston, MA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.9. 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 Boston, MA?
The average rate for Boston, MA babysitters on Care.com is $21.03 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 Boston, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Boston, 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 Boston, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Babysitters in Boston, MA are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 154 reviews of the 499 listed babysitters.