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Find babysitters in Boston, MA that you’ll love
505 babysitters are listed in Boston, MA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Boston, MA
Hannah C.
Boston, MA
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi! My name's Hannah. I have 7 years of child care experience and have always loved working with children. I started off babysitting at a young age and went on to work at a daycare and a boys and girls club. I now am employed by Boston Children's Hospital where I work as a behavioral health counselor. I also hold a bachelor's...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hello! My name is Cheyenne and I am currently a senior at Berklee College of Music, studying Songwriting and Music Business. I have lots of experience in babysitting since double digits; from watching family members, to family friends children after school, babysitting has become an incredibly important skill for me. Coming from...
Cheyenne can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hello! I'm looking to help out a few families who are seeking a part-time or date night sitter in Boston. I'm college educated and work full time. I'm available most weekdays after 4:30 p.m. and open availability most weekends.
I have been a part-time babysitter/nanny for about 10 years now. In high school I babysat every...
Kayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Samantha R.
Boston, MA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Recent college graduate, working part time at a non-profit and looking for part time babysitting opportunities. Over 10 years of experience ranging from helping with infants to teenagers, experience with children with special needs, and CPR and First Aid trained.
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I have experience babysitting kindergarten through second graders. I am also an experienced teacher that is looking for a summer babysitting position. I love to create fun educational things to do. I love to cook and play outside. I am a very active person that liked to be exploring new things to do.
Amy can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Sydney O.
Boston, MA
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi my name is Sydney! I am an elementary school teacher, and I absolutely love kids! When I was a high school student, I was babysitting all the time. Now that I have completed the school year, I am looking for part time jobs working with children for the summer. Please do not hesitate to ask any questions you may have for me....
Sydney can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Hi! My name is Maya, and I am a current undergraduate student at Boston University. I have about 2-3 years of experience babysitting, but have been doing odd jobs and looking after kids since I was in high school. I absolutely love children and have many younger cousins and family members, so I feel that I am pretty in touch...
Maya can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kerri B.
Boston, MA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Seeking Early Morning, Evening, And Occasional Weekend Work!
Hi! My name is Kerri and I am a 28-year-old living in the North End of Boston. I have 5 years of babysitting experience with ages ranging from 4 months to middle school aged. I currently have a full-time (9am-5pm) job, but am available early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends. I love to cook, enjoy time outside, and...
Kerri can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Annie B.
Boston, MA
$20-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a very patient, creative, and reliable young independent that graduated from University of Maryland last year - I now live in the North End and work in downtown Boston I'm looking to babysit after or before work and have 6+ years of experience helping with all ranges of ages of children.
Annie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
I have over 10 years of experience including, babysitting, teaching tennis to children, teaching and tutoring. I am happy to provide references!
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, empathetic and funny.
I like working with kids because they look up to you and they have so much positive energy!
I started working with kids...
Jodi can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Lilly B.
Boston, MA
$24/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Care Giver Available, Also Pets, Errands To Be Ran, Etc.
I am a 24-year-old USC Graduate working as a marketing coordinator in the Seaport. I live in the North End, and have years and years of experience with children and babysitting! I am looking for a bit of extra money and something to keep me busy as the freezing winter approaches! I miss seeing my parents everyday so being in a...
Lilly can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Sofia R.
Boston, MA
$22-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
As a nurturing childcare professional with over five years of experience, I'm passionate about creating a safe and stimulating environment for children to thrive. My dedication to providing exceptional care stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles, where I discovered my ability to make a positive impact...
Makaylah H.
Boston, MA
$22-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I've been caring for children for over three years and have a passion for helping them learn and grow. My experience as a babysitter has shown me how rewarding it is to make a positive impact on a child's life. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love coming up with fun and educational activities for kids of all ages.
I'm...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have extensive child care experience. I have worked at a preschool/daycare in Kingston RI, I have worked as a Nanny/babysitter for the past 5 years, as well as a teaching assistant position and a tutor! I also have extensive cleaning experience, I worked as a professional housekeeper for four years in a Country Club and...
Erin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Maya B.
Boston, MA
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a full-time college student looking for babysitting opportunities. I'm excited to have the opportunity to get to help and meet your kids. I have experience in the past working with kids and getting along great with them.
Maya can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
I have 6 years of experience babysitting many different ages of kids. I currently go to school at Berklee College of Music and would love to bring instruments with to play some music with your kids. I like dancing around the living room and having fun with kids of any age. I'm very skilled at calming babies and putting small...
Braillyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Reagan and I am an experienced, reliable Nanny!
I've been babysitting since I was 13 years old, taking a babysitting course taught by the Red Cross. For nearly 3 years, I've worked as a full time nanny for the same family, and then various other families after coming to Boston for college.
I am also an animal...
Reagan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Elena W.
Boston, MA
$21-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
As a caregiver, I bring a kind, positive, loving, and energetic presence. I have been babysitting for 7 years, and have experience with children of all ages. I currently work part time for a family with a 5-year-old son who I have been with since he was one. I've also worked at various summer camps (day camp and over night), so...
Elena can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there!
My name is Jaci. I am a Doctoral student in the Occupational Therapy program at Boston University! I have a wide variety of experiences in nannying and babysitting - I nannied in Los Angeles during my gap year for one 5-year-old little girl. I have also nannied for a 6 mo old and an 8 mo old at two separate times...
Jaci can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! Thank you for viewing my profile. My name is Lauren and I am an elementary teacher looking for after school and or date night babysitting jobs! Prior to teaching, I was a nanny for almost two years here in Boston and before that worked at a childcare center for 9 years. I graduated with a Bachelors of Science in Early...
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
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 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 $20.94 per hour as of April 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 128 reviews of the 505 listed babysitters.