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531 babysitters are listed in Boston, MA
The average rate is $20/hr as of November 2024
The average years of experience for babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Boston, MA
Hello, my name is Marianna!
I am a North Ender and veteran teacher. I taught kindergarten and pre-k for over a decade and am taking the year off before heading back to school to study education policy.
Services offered:
Tutoring (elementary school)
Babysitting
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Maya G.
Boston, MA
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I am a responsible, caring, and fun person who loves spending time with kids. I just moved to Boston and started my role as a registered nurse at Mass General. I am looking to pick up some small babysitting or dog shifts on my off days. Please let me know if I can help in any way possible!
Maya can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Throughout my childhood growing up on Cape Cod in a town teeming with tourists during the summer, I had ample opportunities to babysit and gained excellent experience watching children, ages 6 months to 12 years. I also taught tennis to children, ages 5-10 for a number of years and later babysat for triplets when I was in...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance
Bella B.
Boston, MA
$20-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Bella. I grew up in Stowe and recently graduated from the University of Denver with a BA in Psychology and a minor in Wellness. I have extensive babysitting experience from high school and college, and I absolutely love working with children of all ages!
In my free time, I enjoy skiing, hiking, and spending...
Sheridan A.
Boston, MA
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
I am the second of seven children, yes 7.
I am the oldest girl and have grown up changing diapers, bottle feeding, running around playing games, and bedtime stories. I am honest, outgoing, and have no problems providing references.
In middle school, I started babysitting for other families of all ages. Ranging from newborns to...
Sheridan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
I worked at an extended day and worked with kids 9 - 11 years old. 10+ years babysitting experience. Nannied full time for 3+ years for ages 6 months - 6 years old. New born experience.
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
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I have spent many summers on Martha's Vineyard babysitting kids of all ages. I am very athletic and love teaching kids. I played lacrosse in college and helped run sports camps for young girls.
Cassie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Shaanel B.
Boston, MA
$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm an enthusiastic and experienced nanny who loves child care. I have four years of experience babysitting kids of various ages and one year of experience working with 2-year-olds at a daycare. I am happy to take on any child care responsibilities and light cleaning. I am very organized and hard working. I enjoy everything from...
Shaanel can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Emma V.
Boston, MA
$27-33/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 10+ years of experience babysitting/nannying (including sick care and overnights) for kids of all ages, from 6 weeks on. I specialize in infant care. First aid trained and CPR certified!
Emma can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Maryann C.
Boston, MA
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Maryann, I'm 22 years old, originally from Sunapee, NH. My past childcare experience includes; infant care, summer camp counseling, and elementary/middle school math tutoring.
Maryann can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
My qualifications and experiences include:
* M. Ed., Education in Counseling
* Licensed School Adjustment Counselor
* Licensed School Guidance Counselor
* Working with infants, toddlers, and school-
aged children in various setting for 20 years.
* Very Nurturing
* Consistently Dependent
* Extremely Patient
* High Integrity
*...
Lara can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel
Leah P.
Boston, MA
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I Love Caring For Both Children And Adult, With Lots Of Experience In Both Categories!
I found my love caring for children/adults while working as a swim instructor/lifeguard at my local YMCA. I now work at Massachusetts General Hospital caring for individuals after an organ transplant. I miss caring for kids, though I do love being there for adults. I am CPR, first aid, and emergency oxygen certified.
Hi! I'm Angelina. I'm from Brooklyn, New York, but I am currently a student at Boston University, currently undecided within the school of education. I have 3 years of experience, ranging from working at a day camp, to an independent nanny. I can help with light housekeeping, arts and crafts, meal preparation, and laundry. My...
Angelina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Daniela C.
Boston, MA
$22-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as outgoing kind and loving. I am someone who grew up really family oriented.
Skills:
CNA
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...
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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...
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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 531 babysitters in Boston, MA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 $20.50 per hour as of November 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 Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Boston, MA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 139 reviews of the 531 listed babysitters.