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514 babysitters are listed in Boston, MA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Boston, MA
Ava R.
Boston, MA
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Ava, I am 23 years old. I work part-time at a non-profit co-running/managing a daily soup kitchen with my community. I have a lot of experience with childcare from ages 0-14. I have been babysitting since I was 13, been a camp counselor multiple times and most recently was a weekly guest french teacher to a 4th...
Ava can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Carly G.
Boston, MA
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Carly and I'm 20 years old. I love kids and enjoying doing all sorts of fun activities with them. I have several years of babysitting experience with children of most ages. My schedule is very flexible so I'm willing to travel if needed. Please feel free to reach out, I'd love to help out in any way I can!
Carly can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Hi! My name is Rachel. I recently moved to Charlestown after living in the North End for two years. I am in search of a date night/ family helper/ weekend sitter job. I have 10+ years of babysitting experience. Before going to college I was a Au Pair in Australia. During my time in Australia I mainly wanted two boys ages 5 and...
Rachel can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Carlie G.
Boston, MA
$20-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm a young energetic adult working in Boston looking for some babysitting gigs for weekday and weekend nights!
Hi! I'm Maeve and I'm from Abington MA! I am living in Back Bay this summer and I am a rising senior at Boston Conservatory at Berklee College of Music, I'll graduate in 2023 with a BFA in Musical Theatre! I work at Flour Bakery most days, but am looking to babysit on some of my time off!! I have experience in controlling large...
Maeve can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Jessica B.
Boston, MA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Highly Experienced, Energetic & Conscientious Part-Time Sitter
My name is Jessica, and I graduated from Colgate University in 2014. Since then, I have been working at McLean Hospital, and have plans to pursue my JD in Health Law this upcoming fall. The grant that I was working on at McLean will be ending February 28th, and I am looking to make a transition into childcare for the next few...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
I have been taking care of children since I was about 13. I worked as a gymnastics instructor for 4 years and more recently did an internship for an adaptive gymnastics program working with children who have disabilities. I have frequently been in a position to protect children's lives, promote their confidence, and build...
Julia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Emily P.
Boston, MA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Fun, Responsible Sitter Looking For Full Time Summer Job On The Cape
I'm 19 years old and I love children. I have been babysitting for years and have even spent time in Belize teaching grade school to Spanish speaking children on a service trip. I've also done a service trip to Costa Rica to teach lacrosse to underprivileged children there. I graduated from The Governor's Academy in 2021, cum...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi - My name is Ana Luiza and I'm currently a TV and Production student. I've been working with kids since I was 15, I was an Au pair for 2 years with an amazing family. I took care of 3 beautiful and energetic kids full time the ages of (5, 7, and 8). I'm still very close to them and still babysit them whenever they need me....
Ana Luiza can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Hello! My name is Caitlyn and I am currently 22 years old! I came to care. com because I love working with kids. My mother owns a pre-k that I have worked at every summer for most of my life. Helping her at her school was always something I looked forward too and still do to this day. I also have experience babysitting for...
Caitlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
My name is Nadia. Born and raised in Boston, MA. I've been lucky enough to grow up in a larger family so I've always been surrounded by children. I am always babysitting for my family. I am happy to teach your children, and help with homework as well during the time I spend with them. I hope that you would like to meet with me...
Nadia can also help with: Travel
Madeline C.
Boston, MA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Maddie and I am a third-year at Northeastern University studying design and fashion. I have been babysitting since eighth grade, and continued to do so throughout high school regularly for about three different families. Now that I am on co-op at Northeastern as a gallery manager (9-5), I have time to spend...
Madeline can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello,
My name is Ellen . I am 56 years old and the mother of two teenage girls. I have been babysitting children of all ages (from infants to teens) since I was a teenager (over 40 years!), and I also had the pleasure of working with children in the daycare field. I am dedicated to the children I work with and truly enjoy...
Ellen V can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Hello there! I'm an experienced babysitter who's not only great with kids but also loves animals. With a proven track record of providing exceptional care, I'm a responsible driver, ensuring your little ones get where they need to be safely. I'm dedicated to going the extra mile for your family, creating a nurturing and fun...
Ritu can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Lauren P.
Boston, MA
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hello!! My name is Lauren and I am currently a Speech-Language Pathology graduate student at Northeastern. I am looking for a weekday nannying job starting in January. I am available Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays. I also am available to babysit on weekends and evenings! I have almost 10 years of nannying and...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Currently a FT education consultant working with school districts to improve student outcomes. Looking for extra work to help pay for expenses, loans, savings etc. Experience with babysitting, nanny services and, tutoring I have been babysitting since I was little I've always loved children especially infants. I have been caring...
Stephanie can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Sterling K.
Boston, MA
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am a young professional who works at a law firm in Back Bay, and I also live in Back Bay. I graduated from Boston College in 2015 and have stayed in the Boston area. I have extensive babysitting experience with neighbors while I was in high school, including a family of 3 children. I am extremely warm, energetic, and...
Sterling can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello, my name is Brookelle . I am a 23-year-old Electrical Engineer looking for babysitting opportunities outside of my 9-5 job. I have over 10 years of experience babysitting and have worked with ages 6 months - 12 years old. I have lived in Boston for a little over a year now and am hoping to have a positive impact on...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi parents!
My name is Caroline, I am 28 years-old, and live in the Back Bay. I am currently getting a master's in social work at Boston College and am available for part time babysitting. I have years of child care experience as a teacher, nanny, and lifeguard/swim instructor on Cape Cod. I am happy to help out with meal prep...
Caroline can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have been babysitting all ages since I was 12 years old. I have previously worked as a nanny, which entailed pick up/drop off from school, meal-prep, light cleaning, and engaging in fun activities with the children.
Throughout high school and college I was a summer camp counselor and lifeguard for ages 3-13. Currently, I...
Maeve can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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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 514 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 $20.64 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 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 123 reviews of the 514 listed babysitters.