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505 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)
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"She took good care of my children a good person. "
Ricardo M.
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: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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.
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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
Desiree R.
Boston, MA
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Providing Your Kids With A Safe And Fun Experience Away From Home!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as energetic, caring, and outgoing
I started working with kids in 8th grade.
I like working with kids because l've always been able to easily connect with them, even if they're not warmed up at first yet. I also love the ongoing energy they have most of the time, and their desire to do all things...
Desiree can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Desiree was on time, kind, knowledgeable, has a very caring energy and was a great sitter for our 2.5 year old. We hired Desiree for date night & she followed our bedtime routine and got our daughter in bed on time. I would certainly hire Desiree again!"
Care member
Hello! I am looking to find an awesome family that needs an occasional babysitter on weekends or weeknights. I love kids and have been a consistent babysitter for many families, including a long term nanny for a 1-year-old and a 3-year-old for one summer. I am a PhD candidate at Tufts University and am new to the Boston area. I...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
I have been babysitting for families in my neighborhood since I was in high school, including during my 4 years of undergraduate school at Elon University where I babysat for local families and professors' children. I have babysat for kids from just a few months old to middle schoolers. I probably have the most experience with...
Christine can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I've been babysitting since I was 12 years old and love working with children. While I went on to pursue my engineering degree, I am looking to babysit local children on nights and weekends. I am First Aid and CPR certified, experienced with allergies, pets, have a clean driving record, and am happy to help with...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am CPR (infant-adult) certified, AED, EMT-B certified. I have been babysitting for six years. I am currently attending College and studying Biology/Biochemistry on the pre-med track. I hope one day to be a pediatric trauma surgeon. While babysitting, I like doing arts and crafts, science projects, playing outside or reading...
Sara can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi there! My name is Rose and I'm a junior at Emerson College, right in the heart of Boston. I have eight years of childcare experience, ranging from babysitting to working at a pre-school to entertaining older kids at my School of Rock location back home! I have a passion for music, art, and adventure, and am pursuing a film...
Rose can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Ani P.
Boston, MA
$20-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced And Caring Babysitter | 7+ Years Of Childcare & Caregiving
Hello! My name is Ani, and I would love to offer my babysitting services to your family!
I am a first-year Health Science major on the pre-PA track at Northeastern University with 7 years of babysitting experience and a background as a senior caregiver in southern Vermont. I have experience caring for people of all ages, from...
5 years working for a government monitored home care center. Have worked with after school care children helping them do their homework and caring for them during afternoon hours. I have experience babysitting children weekends and nights.
Yanisel can also help with: Craft assistance
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
From crafts, to reading, to helping with homework, and playing pretend, I love what every age brings! I have experience caring for children from birth to middle school years, such as babysitting, nannying, leading summer camps, and caring for my niece and nephew. I believe every child is special and sweet, and I enjoy every...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello everyone! I have had much experience with children of all age groups. I started babysitting in 2003 age 13, and have helped out many families since then (several from care. com!). From the years 2006-2010, I worked as a counselor and senior staff member at a summer camp for kids (ages 4-16) with juvenile diabetes. Working...
Michelle can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Looking for nannying and babysitting gigs as I shift careers. I am open to long and short term opportunities for families with anywhere from 1-4 children.
My rates are negotiable and I have my own car. I am located in Brighton, MA
I have experience babysitting as well as being a sleep away camp counselor for medically complex...
Alexa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi, i'm Grace! I have been babysitting for about 8 years, and also have experience in a kindergarten classroom. I have nannied for multiple families over the years, and love what I do. Since I have experience in a classroom setting, I am able to assist with homework, virtual learning, and love reading to kids/helping them read...
Grace can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Hi! My name is Allie and I am a college graduate local to Glenwood Springs, CO. I have 3 years of experience was a lifeguard, and up-to-date first aid and CPR certifications. I first babysat for a family in my neighborhood when I was 11, and I worked for that family for about 5 years. During this time span the kids went from 6...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Amelia and I'm a current college student at Suffolk University! I have tons of experience in childcare and have grown up caring for children my whole life. I am confident caring for children of all ages. I'm happy to provide any care your child needs and help out around the house as well!
I am a recent graduate of a physician assistant program looking to do some babysitting/housesitting while I'm applying for jobs. I spent my summers in high school and college working at a camp as a camp counselor for kids ages 3-12. I love working with kids, and have experience babysitting kids of many different ages! I also...
Isabella can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I read your profile and I think we'd be a great match! I was a nanny last year to three school aged children and one 4-month-old baby. I have more than 10 years of experience babysitting kids and I would describe myself as a calming and fun presence. I am in graduate school for speech language pathology and I live in...
Sofia can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am an active, energetic, and patient babysitter who has had lots of experience with children of all ages! I am a rising sophomore at Northeastern University and am home for the summer. I have worked at a summer camp in Natick for the past 3 years with children aged 5-11. At this camp I was responsible for coming up with...
Molly can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Boston, MA
Carla G.
5.0
She took good care of my children a good person.
- Ricardo M.
Fernanda Y.
5.0
Fernanda has been with our family for a year and we're so happy with all she's done to support our daughter's development (walking, talking including learning Spanish, household tasks, potty training, handling big emotions). She is very well connected to other nannies in the area which helped so...
- Tara H.
Emily W.
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 safety. My daughter absolutely...
- Marissa V.
Desiree R.
5.0
Desiree was on time, kind, knowledgeable, has a very caring energy and was a great sitter for our 2.5 year old. We hired Desiree for date night & she followed our bedtime routine and got our daughter in bed on time. I would certainly hire Desiree again!
- Care member
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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 505 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 $20.90 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 131 reviews of the 505 listed babysitters.