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Find babysitters in Brookline, MA that you’ll love
120 babysitters are listed in Brookline, MA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Brookline, MA
4.8
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Claire and I am 25 years old. I have been a full time nanny for 9 years and a household manager for 2. I am originally from Tennessee and have just recently relocated to Massachusetts! I am currently looking for a morning nanny position and can provide excellent references.
Claire can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Claire showed up to help me with 3 boys at the last minute and my boys had a great time with her. She communicates well with me and is very reliable! "
Tuesday S.
5.0
(1)
I am currently seeking work in Summer 2022 near Lyme or East Lyme CT!! I am available for babysitting, pet care (sitting), and dog walking. I've grown up around many cats and dogs (shelter dog + golden retriever) and have had many short term pet-sitting gigs. Since I am getting married this summer I am looking for short term...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"In her work with us, Elizabeth was consistently reliable, mature, and trustworthy. Her kind spirit and love of children came through in her patient and engaged interactions with our two energetic boys. She was also proactive and resourceful in the challenging...
Alejandra N.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I my name is Sydney, I am a full time marketer from home, and part time babysitter! I live in Brookline and looking to do week night/weekend babysitting around the area. I would even be willing to babysit during the day as long as you're comfortable with me doing some work! I am dedicated, hardworking, and ready for...
Sydney can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sydney was wonderful with my 11 month old, he immediately took to her. She was punctual, arriving on time and responsive to my check-ins. She was so friendly and had a very kind demeanor. I would definitely hire her again!!"
Christine C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kimia. I am a 26-year-old fourth-year medical student at Tufts. I love working with kids and I am looking for part-time and occasional babysitting jobs to help pay for medical school expenses (mostly evenings and weekends). I currently live in Portland Maine. I have a car that is up to inspection and a valid...
Kimia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We have had Kimia over to watch our toddler on several occasions and she is always dependable and on time. She interacts well with our son, comfortable with eating/bathing etc. Best of all, since we ask her to help sporadically and often last minute, she sends us...
Anupam D.
Portia J.
Brookline, MA
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Graduate Student Available For Nannying Or Babysitting.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a physical therapist at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, looking to take childcare jobs on my off days for some extra income and because I love spending time with children so much! I love children and the joy, imagination, and curiosity that they have. It is my absolute favorite to play games that the kiddos...
Portia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Portia was great with our daughter and dogs. She was able to handle a fussy, teething infant and two wary dogs without any issue."
Ema G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have experience babysitting children of ages ranging from 3 weeks to 13 years old. I can cook, clean, help with homework, and teach them basic piano or voice! Hope to hear from you soon -- let me know if you need any more information about me or my past babysitting experience.
Lyra can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"She is a reliable sitter. We were able to leave our kids with her. They like her so much and also want to see her everyday! "
Maki K.
Rachel K.
Brookline, MA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Child Care Professional With A Degree In Social Work, And 4 Years Of Child Development Education!
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Rachel! I am an elementary school librarian looking for a summer nanny positions and occasionally or one time babysitting opportunities. I have an experience with children birth- high school aged working as a teacher, social worker, and nanny. I have a Bachelor of Social Work and a Master of Library Science in...
Rachel can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Rachel is a wonderful care giver. Working with our 2year old, she was always attentive and encouraging. Rachel was always punctual and was helpful around the house. Our daughter was always excited to see Rachel open the door. They had fun together, but Rachel...
Brian P.
Adriana A.
Brookline, MA
$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a warm and nurturing caregiver. I am patient, responsible, caring, fun, and energetic. I have been babysitting and nannying for approximately 10 years, beginning in high school. I have cared for children ranging from 8 months to 12 years of age. I have experience with children with disabilities as well. I am now a law...
Adriana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"We love having Adriana take care of our baby girl. She is always dependable, she loves taking our baby girl out for walks, and so patient with her when she does not want to take a nap. I would hire her again in a heartbeat."
Brian S.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Lucy, and I just moved to Bed-Stuy in May after graduating from Barnard College with a degree in English and creative writing. I have 10 years of babysitting experience from toddlers to pre-teens and have also spent several summers as a performing and visual arts camp counselor for ages 7-15. I'm a creative and...
Lucy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Lucy was great to work with and our son really enjoyed his time with her. She worked with us for a few weeks helping with camp pick up and bringing him home 2 miles away. She was excellent at communicating with us, checking in and giving us updates, talking through...
Sarah H.
Catherine S.
Brookline, MA
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Catherine, I'm from a town called Stow, MA and I am a sophomore in college. I grew up with six other siblings and I started babysitting at a very young age. I will be balancing classes as well as a night time job though I can be very flexible with my schedule!
Amelia E.
Brookline, MA
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
I have been babysitting since 12 years old, and really enjoying spend time with kids. I love their carefree energy and attitudes. I started my first babysitting job when I was 12, and have continued to see clients ever since. I have been with kids all ages, and a willing to watch a child any age! I've gone through CIT training...
Amelia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
4.0
"Amelia interviewed with me and I found her to be nice, punctual and presented herself well. I am giving 4 out of 5 stars only because I have not actually worked with her."
Anca M.
Katerina Y.
Brookline, MA
$15-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
Middle School Teacher And Former Camp Counselor - Loves To Have Fun!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm excited to be in Wellfleet for the summer as a staff member at Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theatre! During the year, I'm a middle school (6th - 8th grade) theatre teacher, and have also worked on national tours of children's shows (most recently, Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus). I've been a camp counselor and enjoy...
Katerina can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Elena, and I'm a compassionate, energetic, and experienced nanny with a deep love for working with children. I've spent the last few years caring for children during my college and post-grad years, and I'm now looking to transition into full-time nannying. Although I currently work at a consulting firm in...
Elena can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Elena did an excellent job taking care of our 3 kids. She was fun and thoughtful and always responsible. She is very responsive and easy to communicate with. She comes highly recommended from our family!"
Emily W.
Lauren H.
Brookline, MA
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lauren and I recently graduated from Eastern Michigan University with a bachelors in social work. I am from a suburb of metro Detroit, where I have extensive experience with children of all ages, especially involving children with special needs. I will be moving to Boston in September and would love to nanny full...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We love Lauren! My kids absolutely love her and she is very responsible with them. She drove them to activities and I 100 percent trust her. She worked for us for about 4 years. My youngest grew up with her since he was around 6 months old. I highly recommend...
Marla S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Midori. I'd describe my personality as bubbly, kind, intellectual.
I started working with kids for as long as I can remember; I have 7 nieces and nephews from the ages of 1-13 y/o.
5.0
"Midori was great with our almost 4y son, during a morning that our daycare was closed. They had a lot of fun, playing reading books and drawing. During our screening communication, she was quick to respond and very thoughtful. Overall, we were very happy we found...
Nikolaos P.
Melodie C.
Brookline, MA
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Teacher/Babysitter Looking To Babysit Consistently A Few Days A Week
I am a Movement/Dance teacher who is looking to provide childcare for a family in/around Brookline. I have been teaching for 20+ years (ages 3-adult) and additionally have 4 years experience caring for children other than my own. Reliable, patient, energetic, creative, and experienced; I am looking forward to supporting your...
Melodie can also help with: Travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey, My name is Sydney and I am a recent college grad who is looking for a great family to help and work with. I majored in Secondary Education and am CPR certified. I have been babysitting for six years now! When babysitting I love to play games, watch movies, and make dinner for the kids while the parents enjoy their night...
Sydney can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
With a deep-rooted passion for child care inspired by my mother, a child development specialist for children on the autism spectrum, and my own childhood nanny, Ms. A, I bring a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to babysitting. I have extensive experience in caring for children and am dedicated to making a positive impact on...
Hello families! I am Jupiter and I have been teaching and babysitting children for seven years. I am a current music education student in Boston and am a current part time teacher of students ages 3-12 years old. I have also babysat and nannied for kids ages 7 months to 4 years old. I am a creative person and love doing arts and...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have 8+ years of experience within all fields of childcare from nannying to daycare! I most recently was an infant teacher at a Primrose School. I moved out here recently from Boulder and just want to be back around kiddos!
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Brookline, MA
Claire S.
5.0
Claire does an amazing job with our daughter, P. She's always on time, and P looks forward to seeing her each week. She always has fun activities to share with our daughter, and we have 100% trust/confidence in her abilities to care for her.
- Josh G.
Elizabeth H.
5.0
In her work with us, Elizabeth was consistently reliable, mature, and trustworthy. Her kind spirit and love of children came through in her patient and engaged interactions with our two energetic boys. She was also proactive and resourceful in the challenging situations that she encountered. We...
- Alejandra N.
Sydney F.
5.0
Sydney was wonderful with my 11 month old, he immediately took to her. She was punctual, arriving on time and responsive to my check-ins. She was so friendly and had a very kind demeanor. I would definitely hire her again!!
- Christine C.
Kimia K.
5.0
Thank you, Kimia for the fantastic care you took of my daughters each morning! Kimia is incredibly trustworthy, organized, reliable and caring. I knew my daughters couldn't be safer or better tended than when they were with Kimia.
- Sheryl W.
Portia J.
5.0
Portia was great with our daughter and dogs. She was able to handle a fussy, teething infant and two wary dogs without any issue.
- Ema G.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Brookline, MA:
How can I find a Brookline babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Brookline, 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 120 babysitters in Brookline, 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 Brookline, MA?
The average rate for Brookline, MA babysitters on Care.com is $22.03 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 Brookline, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Brookline, 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 Brookline, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Brookline, MA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 35 reviews of the 120 listed babysitters.