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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
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with children for 6 years professionally, in several different setting. I have worked at a in home daycare for 4 years and a certified childcare center for two years. I have participated in volunteering for children's preschools and learning centers. I am very passionate with the work I do, I have interactive...
Keira can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Keira to care for my 2 year old as I was in-town for business meetings. We had great conversations on the phone and she made me feel comfortable right from the start. My daughter was suitably dubious, then quickly warmed to Keira and had a great time...
Sarah M.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a graduate student at Boston University School of Social Work and Public Health. I absolutely love spending time with kids, playing outside, getting creative with arts and crafts, and facilitating imaginative play. I have worked with infants to 12-year-olds in a variety of settings, from camp counselor to full-time...
Fiona can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Fiona worked with us for about a year before she moved. She had been super flexible. My daughter loves her. Fiona played a lot with her, read books and took her out local park, farms and activities even.
She helped me around with chores like loading dishwasher,...
Snehil C.
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: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Susannah is one of my family's favorite sitters. She is great with our young son and I know he will be well cared for when she is over."
Margaret G.
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, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel & 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.
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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.
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: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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 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: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Showed up on time and sent me timely updates. Would hire again :)"
Rose B.
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"My husband and I hired Darcy when we traveled to watch out daughter while we attended a conference for 3 days. Darcy was communicative and friendly. My daughter is shy at first, so Darcy allowed us to meet her the night before to make sure my daughter felt...
Bethany L.
Hope B.
Boston, MA
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I am journalism student at Northeastern who adores children and pets. I have been baby sitting since I was 14 and have always loved being creative and adventurous with the kids. I find them exciting and fascinating and we usually have a good time together! I also grew up on a farm and am very comfortable around animals. I have a...
Hope can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Hope B. Was my in-home babysitter last summer (2022). I have two boys, age 2 and 4 and she worked for me twenty hours a week. In addition to keeping the boys occupied with activities, she fed them and did light housekeeping. Hope has her own car and was 100%...
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Meggie R.
Boston, MA
$10-25/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: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
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.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
In Brazil, I taught English to elementary and high school for 10 years, and to kindergarten for 1 year. I also worked for the government in the Department of Education where for 7 years I was lecturing to other teachers about different topics like: drug prevention, safety at schools, children abuse, the Brazilian Statute of...
Leticia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I am writing to wholeheartedly recommend Leticia as a nanny. Leticia cared for my children for one year and demonstrated exceptional dedication, compassion, and expertise in her role.
During her tenure, Leticia was responsible for the daily care and well-being of...
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello wonderful families! I am 27 years old, very responsible, detail oriented and outgoing. I am currently a nanny for an infant and toddler part time and looking for another part time position. I have been nannying since I was 16 with children of all ages and I have worked for Celebree School in VA as well as Jumpstart for...
Ariana can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ariana was our summer nanny and she is excellent! She is great at keeping kids occupied, communicates well and loving. I wouldn't think twice before hiring her again!"
Shefali W.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
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...
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Fernanda Y.
Boston, MA
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I'm from Mexico and I hope to be your new nanny. I'm currently working in a family daycare. Sometimes we go to the aquarium and the children's museum, the library, the park and a local free playgroup where we do arts and crafts projects together. We also play at home reading books, dancing and exploring the house. We sing songs...
Fernanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"We interviewed Fernanda to be our full time nanny but ultimately went with someone who lived in our neighborhood. She was punctual, sweet with our daughter and had excellent follow-up after the interview. We will definitely use her as a babysitter. I would highly...
Melissa S.
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, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! It's Alexandra, I have 5 years of experience taking care of children from their first months to 15 years. I can help with light housekeeping too.
I'm also pet friendly, I can help with pet care.
Alexandra can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
5.0
"Alexandra was a pleasure. My two boys said they liked her very much. I will happily hire her again. "
Erin A.
5.0
(1)
My name is Carla, I'm 32 years old, I'm married, I'm from Brazil, I've been working with children for 5 years and have been continually enhancing my skills through Montessori method courses. Over the years, I've gained experience with three different families, each for an extended period.
I'm a highly responsible person with...
Carla can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"She took good care of my children a good person. "
Ricardo M.
Michaela B.
Boston, MA
$20-28/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! I am a Physician Assistant new to the area and have some extra time! I would love to be a helping hand to anyone who needs it! Baby sitter available.
Michaela can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Michaela was a pleasure to have watch our kids. She was kind, prompt, great communicator, and I felt like the kids were in good hands. Michaela made me feel at ease and had great experience coming in. Would definitely hire her again!"
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Boston, MA
Keira R.
5.0
I hired Keira to care for my 2 year old as I was in-town for business meetings. We had great conversations on the phone and she made me feel comfortable right from the start. My daughter was suitably dubious, then quickly warmed to Keira and had a great time exploring the parks enough to go down...
- Sarah M.
Fiona S.
5.0
Fiona worked with us for about a year before she moved. She had been super flexible. My daughter loves her. Fiona played a lot with her, read books and took her out local park, farms and activities even.
She helped me around with chores like loading dishwasher, doing/folding laundry and putting...
- Snehil C.
Susannah J.
5.0
Susannah is one of my family's favorite sitters. She is great with our young son and I know he will be well cared for when she is over.
- Margaret G.
Mary B.
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 every way.
- Eric G.
Colleen T.
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.
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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.