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516 babysitters are listed in Boston, MA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Boston, MA
Shannon R.
Boston, MA
$16-21/hr • 1 yrs exp
I love children and have my own. During COVID, it is so hard for children to connect. I would love to have playground playdates.
Shannon can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Brea T.
Boston, MA
$15-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
I come from a big family, so I have been caring for kids from a young age. I firmly believe in being there for a child and lending an ear to even the most talkative child no matter what.
Brea can also help with: Light cleaning
Kristin K.
Boston, MA
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am a senior nursing student with mostly pediatric interest, 2 years of inpatient experience. I have worked for three major hospitals in the city, ages ranging from newborn to early 20's. I have mostly nursing care experience in comparison to education experience. While nursing isn't quite education, I have always received...
Kristin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Mollie T.
Boston, MA
$15-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have cared for children of all ages. I have been responsible for meal preparation, homework help, as well as driving to and from any activities!
Mollie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
I am a professional athlete with a masters degree from Boston University. I coach soccer for the New England Revolution and absolutely love working with kids.
I am happy to grab coffee or hop on a phone call to get acquainted before scheduling :)
I'd describe my personality as warm, empathetic, and organized.
I like working...
Janice L.
Boston, MA
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I arrived in the US on June 2023. Then I start working as a nanny for an American family until June 2024. I took care 2 kids. One is 5, another is 2. During my 4 college years, I worked as a part-time teacher to teach primary school students. After I graduated in June 2022, I became a kindergarten teacher.
I'm an experienced,...
Emma Q.
Boston, MA
$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. With five years of experience caring for children, I'm patient, calm, creative, imaginative, friendly, and approachable. I love playing outdoor sports, board games, and educational games that promote learning. I'm comfortable caring for two children, ages four to...
Hi there! My name is Molly and I'm currently a student at Bridgewater State University. I'm studying education in hopes of becoming a teacher. I've had experience with children with disabilities throughout various jobs and classes I've taken so far. Over the summer, I worked with adults and children who had a variety of...
Molly can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hi there I'm Nancy I am 44 years old , mother of two wonderful daughters 20 and 14 years old. I am a native Spanish speaker originated from Colombia I have learned to understand and speak English over my 18 years living in Boston. as my daughters started becoming young adults I found myself having a lot of time on my hands. I...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Lillian M.
Boston, MA
$20-23/hr • 9 yrs exp
I'm an experienced childcare provider with a deep passion for nurturing children's growth and development. With nine years of experience, I've honed my skills in creating a safe and nurturing environment where children can thrive. I'm known for my patience, creativity, and friendly approach, which allows me to connect easily...
Areta O.
Boston, MA
$28/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Areta and I am a junior, studying broadcast journalism with a minor in Public Relations.
I am an Resident Assistant for freshmen in the college dorms, where parents rely on me everyday to make sure their students are safe and have the correct resources.
I'd describe my personality as extroverted, dedicated and...
Emily A.
Boston, MA
$20-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
I've always had a desire to work with children, and have done so at some capacity since I was 12 years old. Although my work in the past as an assistant coach and an assistant dance camp counselor dealt with kids in their early teens, my most recent experiences have been with kids ages 4 to 10. For two years during college, I...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I've babysat children since I was 15 and spent a summer working as a camp counselor for 4-8-year-olds. Some of my responsibilities included creating activities and crafts for the kids to do. As a camp counselor I took the campers to a pond everyday and also to a playground, making sure all the campers were safe and having fun....
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jenna G.
Boston, MA
$15-25/hr
Hello my name is jenna I'm 19 and new to the area I lived in ct and ri for my whole life and I have been watching younger kids for about 3yrs now and I have 3lil siblings that I have help mom raise and have watched neighbors kids all the time and more I'm wiling to watch kids from newborn to about 5 or 6yrs old and I'm willing...
Emily S.
Boston, MA
$17-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Cooking/Meal Preparation and Laundry. I been a Medical Assistant for 3 years. I am Comfortable with Pets.
Emily can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and fun person who has approximately 5 years of experience caring for children, from toddlers to teenagers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and multitasker, so minimum...
Tess can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
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 516 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 $20.60 per hour as of December 2024. 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 2024, 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 129 reviews of the 516 listed babysitters.