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503 babysitters are listed in Boston, MA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Boston, MA
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as kind, patient, and creative!
I started working with kids when I was 15 at my local summer camp. I worked 8 hour days with kids aged 4-14. I planned and lead activities for the kids and spent a lots of time resolving conflicts between them and having some laughs! Since then I have also worked at an...
5.0
"Madla is great! Fun, smart, artistic, worldly, punctual. "
Care member
3.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Relative to my 30 years of professional experience, I have been exposed to varied family structures. I believe it is important to understand and respect the philosophy of how each individual family wants their children to be raised. Within each framework for me, above all else, the idea of creating a safe and loving environment...
Kimberley can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"MODERN DAY MARY POPPINS!
Kimberley is a wonderful nanny with extensive experience. This fairy godmother has an amazing skill set that knows how to run a household while brightening your child's day with her exuberant nature. She definitely captured my child...
Alyssa T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience with young children from the ages of 7 months-11 years old. I assisted teachers as well as provided direct care in several different settings including volunteering, paid jobs and helping out with my own family members. My duties included supervising and monitoring the children for safety. Care for their basic...
Emma can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emma was hired to care for my 2 boys (9 & 11) after school. She was dependable, responsive, attentive to the kids needs, helped with homework and fun! Highly recommend! A+"
John C.
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Brooke! While attending college '15-'19, I worked as a 30-40 hour per week nanny for a wonderful family in Weston. I started when their little boy was 18 months old, and during my time with them, they welcomed two more babies into the family. Since graduating, I've been working in tech, but with the job market feeling...
Brooke can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Brooke is a conscientious, energetic young woman who is a role model to my daughters (10 and 8) and has been our babysitter for the last several years. I have 4 children, now ages 10, 8, 5, and 5. Brooke has been a dependable, responsible, and terrific babysitter....
Jennifer K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently employed as a school psychologist for Peabody Public Schools. I work in the elementary school setting where I work to provide students with the tools they need to feel successful and to flourish in school and the future. I graduated with an Educational Specialist Degree (Ed. S.) from Rider University in...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Ashley is everything you could want in a nanny. She was always on time, always patient with the kids, fun, organized and, made you feel like you were leaving your children in safe hands. We would strongly recommend Ashley to any other family."
Justin M.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I grew up in a big, extended family and I have spent my whole life playing, caring, and sitting for family members and neighbors. For my first nanny jobs I worked in the Chicago suburbs for 2 different families. My job duties included laundry, breakfast/lunch, sweeping floors, letting the dogs out and of course playing every...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Sarah is wonderful. She goes the second mile and enjoys helping others."
Jill B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm currently a Pediatric Mental Health Clinician and Pediatric therapist living in the Boston area. I have over 10 years of experience with kids, and my passion is definitely in this work! Currently I work a full time M-F job, but am trying to find a couple of extra sitting gigs, mostly on weekends, but can also help...
Susannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Susannah has babysit my 1 1/2 year old twins several times, and she is wonderful! She is very upbeat, reliable, responsible and caring. She obviously loves children and my kids love her!"
Emily B.
Colleen T.
Boston, MA
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello, I'm a BU student set to graduate in May 2023 pursuing licensure in Elementary Education and Special Education. Not only do I love working with children, but I also have the experience and passion necessary to care for your child. Through my experiences student teaching and working as a camp counselor and preschool...
Colleen can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Colleen was a great candidate for a nannying position, and I regret we did not select her in hindsight. We appreciated her conscientiousness, reliability, and expertise in early childhood education."
Michelle C.
Kiana G.
Boston, MA
$22-23/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I live in Boston with my two wonderful 4 and 5-year-old girls. I have 5 years of experience working with young children. I worked in many different childcare settings in infant and toddler classrooms, Preschool as well as school age. I'm very outgoing , fun and creative and I love arts and crafts , going out for walks also. I'm...
Kiana can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Kiana is experienced and professional, and easy to work with. She arrived early, was very patient with my daughter (18 mo) and I felt my daughter was very safe with her. I look forward to working with her again. Would hire again for sure."
Cindy C.
5.0
(1)
My name is Olivia and I am 26 years old. I completed my BFA degree at Emerson College and work in marketing from M-F. I have experience working with pre-K - middle school aged children in nannying, tutoring, and after-school programs. I love creative activities, especially anything art and writing! I am CPR and AED certified as...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Olivia volunteered as a youth mentor in our non-profit program for two years. She is dedicated, reliable and communicative. Olivia engaged her mentee in enrichment activities each week, encouraging creativity, physical activity and academic interests. Olivia...
Maureen D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an entertaining and outgoing person who loves to hang out and take care of kids. I have babysat for several families over the past four years and love every second! Available whenever you need, even last minute! I can help with the up-keeping of your home and also don't mind running errands or taking the kids wherever they...
Kaylee can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kaylee did an incredible job with my son. She is organized, task oriented and has a very positive demeanor. I look forward to working with her again and would highly recommend her to any parent looking for child care assistance."
Matthew C.
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, 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.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a loving, patient and creative nanny. Every effort and care will be put into making sure your children are engaged and comfortable.
Darcy can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Darcy to take care of our 1.5 year old toddler about 5 months ago. In a few short weeks, Darcy quickly became a wonderful addition to our little family. She is extremely punctual, dependable (never taken a sick day!), flexible, talented (graphic designer!)...
Rima B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am Hannah, a sophomore at the Massachusetts College of Art and Design. I have 5 years of experience taking care of children from infancy to 8 years old. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am going to college for art so I would love to do crafts and teach your kids my art tips and tricks!
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Hannah has done such an awesome job with our daughter. She’s been babysitting her a couple of times a month since our daughter was about 6 months (she’s 21 months now) and she absolutely loves when Hannah comes over. She is always coming in smiling and makes our...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience in child care. I can help with Travel and Laundry. I am a student at Simmons University in Boston Mass, I am studying biochem with a minor in business. I graduated from St. Georges's class of 2021. Go gryphons!!
Alaecia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Alaecia is punctual and professional. 😁"
Jordan M.
Meggie R.
Boston, MA
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
3.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a nanny with four years of experience. I also have experience with my own family, having nine brothers and sisters.
Meggie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"My Kids absolutely loved her. I was very nervous..We will use Meggie again. Its a good sign when your 7 year old wakes up and asks if she can come back today.....:) two thumbs up..Thanks Meggie"
Dave S.
Sara M.
Boston, MA
$20-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello,
My name is Sara and I have 15 years of experience with newborns, toddlers and school aged children. I worked in a day care in Costa Rica, where I am from, for more than 8 years. I also have experience working with different families in the Boston area.
I am caring, honest, responsible and enjoy being with kids and...
Sara can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Sara worked with our family for six months starting when my daughter was 12 months. She is so caring and patient. She has a lot of energy and would take our daughter to various activities and excursions, including playgrounds, museums and the library. She is very...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Alexa and I am 27 years old; seeking a child care position. I attended Syracuse University, but am now working as marketing manager for a health tech company. I have Nannied for a professional couple while juggling internships the past three summers and have found it's given me the best balance since I love kids! I am...
Alexa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alexa babysat for us for a date night. She was extremely easy to work with! Great availability and flexibility."
Ken C.
5.0
(1)
Hi, My name is Leigh. I am a 4th grade teacher in Wellesley MA where I have worked for the past 4 years. Over the summers I run an aquatics program at a summer camp. I have dedicated my whole life to working with kids and I really love what I do. I graduated in 2018 from Northeastern University with a dual master's in Elementary...
Leigh can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Leigh babysat for us occasionally while she was in Boston and was always reliable, punctual and great with our 1.5 yr old daughter. We wish she still lived here! "
Alicia P.
Emily W.
Boston, MA
$28-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Educator And Childcare Professional | Part-Time Nurturer And Home Organizer
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Passionate childcare professional and Early Childhood Education graduate with a decade of teaching at a Reggio-inspired preschool, currently on a hiatus from formal education settings to fully embrace the enriching experiences of raising my 8-month-old son. Eager to channel my expertise into part-time opportunities that align...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Emily is a reliable, trustworthy, caring, intelligent, fun and wonderful nanny. She has watched my four year old all summer long. She truly understands children, how to interact with them positively, how to play with them and engage them and is very serious about...
Marissa V.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Boston, MA
Madla W.
5.0
Madla is great! Fun, smart, artistic, worldly, punctual.
- Care member
Kimberley F.
5.0
MODERN DAY MARY POPPINS!
Kimberley is a wonderful nanny with extensive experience. This fairy godmother has an amazing skill set that knows how to run a household while brightening your child's day with her exuberant nature. She definitely captured my child under her spell and created personal...
- Alyssa T.
Emma D.
5.0
Emma was hired to care for my 2 boys (9 & 11) after school. She was dependable, responsive, attentive to the kids needs, helped with homework and fun! Highly recommend! A+
- John C.
Brooke G.
5.0
Brooke is a conscientious, energetic young woman who is a role model to my daughters (10 and 8) and has been our babysitter for the last several years. I have 4 children, now ages 10, 8, 5, and 5. Brooke has been a dependable, responsible, and terrific babysitter. She has learned much from watching...
- Jennifer K.
Ashley K.
5.0
Ashley is everything you could want in a nanny. She was always on time, always patient with the kids, fun, organized and, made you feel like you were leaving your children in safe hands. We would strongly recommend Ashley to any other family.
- Justin M.
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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 503 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 $20.91 per hour as of March 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 132 reviews of the 503 listed babysitters.