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528 babysitters are listed in Boston, MA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Boston, MA
Hi everyone! I'm Liz, I graduated from Providence College in May of 2021 and am back home in the Bedford area. I worked at Dana Farber Cancer Institute for a year of post-grad research. I have always loved to babysit/spend time with children in my free time. I have experience as a summer nanny for four consecutive years, as well...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hi! My name is Juliette and I recently moved to the UWS to complete my masters at Columbia! I babysat for the same family with infant- preschool aged kids for all 4 years of undergrad, and am looking for a new family I can help out on a weekly basis! I love doing fun activities with/ actively play with kids I babysit to keep...
Juliette can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I am a certified special Ed teacher for grades 5-12. I have a car and am able to help with dog walking, pet siting, house airing, travel, errands, carpooling, etc.
Madeleine can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Hello! My name is Allison!
I'm currently a nanny for two children (age 5 and 9) in Santa Monica and I am looking for supplemental hours! After beginning my babysitting career at the age of 12, I expanded to working in educational settings. During my four years of college, I would return to my hometown and work in the local...
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Hi! My name is Juliette and I am a recent graduate of Berklee College of Music. I have 7 years of experience working with children ranging from ages 2 months-9 years old. I am very attentive and love engaging kids in whatever they feel drawn to. It's important they feel autonomous in their ideas while being supported and guided....
Juliette can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am studying Elementary Education at Boston University and spending time in second grade classrooms in Lexington and Boston Public schools. Experience working at a nature preserve educating students on field trips from elementary/middle schools and summer camps. Have been babysitting and nannying ages ranging from 6-month-olds...
Skills:
First Aid
I have 10 years of experience. I have been a special needs teacher for the past 3 years and prior to that I always worked with kids. I have been a camp counselor, lifeguard and babysat for over 10 years! I live in Beacon hill and I'm looking for a summer nannying job!!! I'm wide open
Katharine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Ellie R.
Boston, MA
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Currently Attending Northeastern Nursing Program! I've Been Babysitting Since I Was 15 Years Old!
Hi!!! My name is Ellie , I'm 22 years old. I Graduated college with a Bachelors in biology in may 2022 from High Point University and am currently attending Northeastern University's graduate accelerated nursing program and will be a nurse in december of 2024! I have worked in the medical field with children of all ages and was...
Hi there! I am a current PsyD studen (doctorate in clinical psychology). I have over 6 years of experience working with kiddos in both clinical and casual settings. I love doing crafts, playing games, and being outside. I have knowledge on lifespan development and have worked with youth ranging from 3-16. I like working with...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sophia. I recently moved to the Boston area with my boyfriend who is attending Law School. A few years ago I worked at a daycare taking care of children 12-18 months to 4-year-olds. I have around 8+years of experience taking care of and babysitting/nannying kids of all ages. After recently completing my degree, I...
Sophia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
I recently graduated from physician assistant school and am seeking temporary part time/date night babysitting opportunities. I have ample experience babysitting children ages 5 months old - 13 years old over the past 10 years. This experience has included a variety of positions: occasional date nights, regular part-time, and...
Katherine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a very charismatic, motivated, and active middle school teacher. I have taught for 14 years, from grades six to first. I am currently an afterschool nanny for a family I have been with for over 10 years. I also tutor students in grades 4-6 and work part-time at a yoga studio. Before this, I nannied for the same family for...
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I grew up in Boston, MA and currently reside in the South End. I have a ton of experience in childcare not just as a babysitter and nanny but also as a camp counselor, softball coach to kids between the ages of 4 and 6, and an assistant teacher at an on-campus daycare. I have been a Red Cross certified babysitter for...
Virginia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Jamie S.
Boston, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am Home For The Summer Doing An Unpaid Internship And Looking For Babysitting Gigs Here And There!
I have 10 years of experience with all ages from infants to teenagers babysitting and nannying as well as working with children in a preschool setting!
I'd describe my personality as fun, creative and responsible!
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Sophia S.
Boston, MA
$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My Name Is Sophie And I'm Here For Any And All Babysitting Needs. Feel Free To Reach Out. :)
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, interactive, and kind!
I am a teacher and am currently getting my masters degree from Boston University in Elementary Education. My most recent nannying experience was back in NY for a family with 4 children (ages 12, 9, 7, and 5). I am comfortable and experienced in caring for all ages...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Grace S.
Boston, MA
$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced And Fun Student Studying Medicine Looking To Babysit Or Pet Sit In The Boston Area!
Hi! My name's Gracie, I'm 20, studying medicine in Boston, and am looking to babysit! I started babysitting for friends and family when I was 13, and have since done so for numerous families in Boston, Cape Cod, and my home city of San Francisco. I love nature, art, learning, games, and cooking/baking, and always make sure kids...
Skills:
CPR
Caroline W.
Boston, MA
$16-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Boston College Student From California With Lots Of Experience Babysitting/working With Kids:)!
Hi! My name is Caroline W. and I am a rising sophomore at Boston college. I'm 20 years old (I took a gap year) and I'm from the Bay Area, California. In high school I babysat for a few families with kids ranging in ages (5-12) so I have a lot of experience. I can help with any kind of work around the house/with the kids as well...
Caroline can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Kind and loving babysitter/nanny/tutor with 10+ years of experience working with newborns, toddlers, and, school aged children.
I love to have fun, learn new things and craft, especially with glitter. I adore animals and being outside/active.
I grew up in the finger lakes region of NY, and moved to Boston after graduate...
Melinda can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
I have worked with and babysat children between of the ages of 4 months and 15 years. I have worked with children in a variety of settings, as a nanny, a tutor, a babysitter, and also as an assistant preschool teacher, camp counselor, behavioral therapist, and most recently substitute teacher. I am going to grad school for...
Alexina can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, and thanks for checking out my profile! I've been surrounded by kids and babies my entire life, as I've had the (sometimes) pleasant and always interesting experience of growing up with my mother's certified in-home daycare! I am currently a junior on a Pre-Medical track at University. I love any crafts , reading, and...
Blen can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
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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 528 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 $20.51 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 528 listed babysitters.