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528 babysitters are listed in Boston, MA
The average rate is $20/hr as of November 2024
The average years of experience for babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Boston, MA
Hi! My name is Hailey. I am a working professional in the city. I have seven years of experience in caring for children. I have access to a car, and have four 9 years of driving experience. While my profile shows no reviews, I can provide several professional references. My first official babysitting job was the day after I...
Hailey can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Nadya B.
Boston, MA
$27/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am currently a masters student with part time availability. In undergrad, I was apart of the women's soccer team which has contributed to my skill in time management and social skills. My experience and background provides my credibility as a babysitter. I am also fully comfortable in providing references.
Growing up, my...
Nadya can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Lilly B.
Boston, MA
$21-24/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: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I'd describe my personality as kind, trustworthy, and fun.
I like working with kids because I always end up having so much fun with them. It doesn't feel like work.
I'm looking for a job that can be flexible with my school schedule. I am a full time student.
I started working with kids when I was 13 years old. I took a...
Reagan can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Patrick D.
Boston, MA
$35/hr • 6 yrs exp
College Graduate Looking To Care For Kids Or Do Any Jobs Needed!
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Carpooling. I am comfortable in any or all situations. I have worked at a camp for a handful of summers, babysit kids in my neighborhood and town ages 6 and 8 both boys and girls. I have a newer safe car with 3 rows and have a clean driving record. My Mother is a director...
Patrick can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Devon S.
Boston, MA
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi everyone! My name is Devon and I'm a recent graduate of Boston University who just moved to the DMV area.
I've been taking care of kids every since I took the Red Cross Babysitting Course when I was in 5th grade. I have experience with girls and boys of all ages! I currently spend a lot of time with my two nephews who are 6...
Devon can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Mikaela W.
Boston, MA
$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
Just Moved To Boston! Looking To Help Out With Date Nights/weekends/week Nights
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Mikaela, and I recently moved to Boston (a week ago!) with my fiance. We both graduated college last May, and we both have landed jobs that allow us to apply for our degrees. I am starting a position in a Hospital at the beginning of April, but would love to babysit in the meantime! My availability after starting...
Mikaela can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have experience with children through babysitting my nieces and nephews over the past ~8 years. Their ages range from 5 months to 8 years old. I absolutely adore kids, but unfortunately I work a full-time job and will only be able to babysit on weekends.
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
Ella G.
Boston, MA
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Ella! I am a Bowdoin College student and varsity athlete who will be studying and working in Boston for the Fall 2020 semester. I have enjoyed working with children since the age of 15. In my four years of experience, I have babysat for many families with children of ages 10 months to 12 years old, worked as a camp...
Ella can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Elizabeth I.
Boston, MA
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! I am a young professional looking for evening and/or weekend jobs in the South End or Back Bay area. I am mainly interested in child care as well as pet care. I have substantial babysitting experience. I also grew up with two Havenese dogs (Primrose and Jackson!), and I am good with animals. I am a timely person and I have...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Samantha and I am looking for a babysitting job! I am living in the North End and I have a full-time job. I am mostly looking for evenings and weekend jobs. I just graduated college and I am excited to start my career in Boston. I am pet-friendly, fully vaccinated, CPR certified, have transportation, and am a...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi, I'm Blythe!
I am a freshman at Northeastern University and looking for a part-time job, babysitting, housesitting or pet-sitting. I am originally from outside of Philadelphia and grew up with several pets so I love animals. I also have a lot of experience with childcare and have babysat for ages ranging from 6 months-10...
Blythe can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Candace H.
Boston, MA
$20-29/hr • 3 yrs exp
Love Dance Parties And Singing, A Well-rounded Friend And Role Model!
Hi! My name is Candace H and I have experience in babysitting 3-5-year-olds 1-on-1 and also solo-coaching large groups of 8-12-year-olds! I am a nursing student at Umass Boston and I love helping children. My favorite activities are crafts, dance parties, and playing outside. My references would remember me as on-time,...
Candace can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi everyone! My name is Brenna and I am finishing up my last year of occupational therapy school. I absolutely love working with kids! I have extensive experience working with kids in occupational therapy sessions, as well as babysitting and summer camp counseling! I have taken coursework in childhood development and special...
Brenna can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! My name is Rachel. I recently moved to Charlestown after living in the North End for two years. I am in search of a date night/ family helper/ weekend sitter job. I have 10+ years of babysitting experience. Before going to college I was a Au Pair in Australia. During my time in Australia I mainly wanted two boys ages 5 and...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Katherine C.
Boston, MA
$17-22/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a grad student studying Public Health. I grew up in a tight-knit family and I have 8+ years of experience babysitting for a variety of ages. For several years, I worked as a lifeguard and am very familiar with CPR and first aid. I am looking for a recurring babysitting or nannying position, where I would also be available...
Katherine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, 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 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.