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195 babysitters are listed in Cambridge, MA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Cambridge, MA
Carol T.
Cambridge, MA
$20-25/hr
I have enjoyed babysitting from junior high, through college and adulthood, having been entrusted with many a wonderful child of friends. I believe in educational activities, reading, learning and movement. I typically have as much fun I try to create for the children.
Carol can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Hi there! I'm an experienced and reliable babysitter with a passion for working with children of all ages. I have Bachelor's degrees in Business (along with a French minor) from ECU and Songwriting from Berklee. With years of tutoring experience in Mathematics and French, I bring a structured, but creative approach to helping...
Maeher can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Cecilia! I have spent the past four years babysitting children and absolutely loving it. I enjoy engaging with the kids I babysit by allowing them to express themselves creatively and learn through play! I can also help with homework, housework, and other activities.
Cecilia L can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Julia L.
Cambridge, MA
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Julia and I'm a researcher at Mass General Hospital. I'm 26 years old and graduated from Harvard in 2021 with a degree in psychology and biology. I've been working with kids with and without special needs for the past 8 years. I worked at a summer camp for kids ages 2-12 for 3 years, and I spent high school...
Julia can also help with: Light cleaning
I am an occupational therapy graduate student in my last year of school! I am currently completing a student placement at public schools, and I recently completed a placement at a hospital. I love working with kids, and worked at a summer camp in 2021 for kids with various health conditions and challenges. I also have experience...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am friendly, outgoing, and here to help! I graduated from Trinity College in May and love the outdoors, sports, and music. I grew up with 26 cousins on my moms side, most of which were under 12, so I am well versed in the babysitting universe! Growing up with such a large family had me helping with children and chores from the...
Erin can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an enthusiastic 27-year-old graduate from University of Delaware and MGH-IHP. I've spent the past 3 years working as a full time Middle School Special Education teacher in Denver, CO. I currently have my masters in Speech Language Pathology and work full time in a school. My masters program focused on literacy and literacy...
Ellen can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
I'm the oldest of five so you could say I have a lifetime of babysitting experience! I love helping with crafts, homework, and other activities!
Gabrielle can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Hi! My name is Brynne and I am 23 years old. I grew up on Long Island, NY and recently moved to Cambridge, MA for graduate school at Tufts University. I studied biomedical engineering and played both soccer and lacrosse at Union College. I spent the last year babysitting for families in my town on Long Island. I am from a big...
Brynne can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm hopefully going to attend law school next September. Looking for work between now and then. I've got years of experience tutoring and babysitting. But I can really do anything you need. My schedule is flexible. I have a car with a good driving record.
Daniel can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Annie W.
Cambridge, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a 26-year-old, full-time graduate student studying social work, with an undergraduate degree in education. I am looking for occasional babysitting, housesitting, and/or pet sitting opportunities on weeknights and weekends!
I have previously worked as a coordinator for a before and after school child care program for...
Annie can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Julia S.
Cambridge, MA
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Julia and I'm a babysitter. I'm in college right now studying Elementary Education and English. I love working with children and always have. I have 6 years of experience and I have done student teach in a third grade classroom for 2 years. I'm CPR Certified and First Aid Certified. I love crafts, outdoor activities, and...
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi all! I am so excited to be considered to take care of your kiddos. I am a graduate from University of Delaware with a BA in Psychology and a concentration I Human Development and Family Studies. I nannied for a bit after graduation for a family of two, and I have been babysitting since I was a kid myself. I was a swim...
Lucy G.
Cambridge, MA
$18-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! I just graduated from college and moved to Boston because I'm working part-time as clinical support staff in a psychiatric facility. I'm looking to fill an extra 8-10 hours per week with work. I gained experience babysitting children (mostly around age 7) throughout college, but also gained extensive experience working...
Lucy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Diana P.
Cambridge, MA
$22-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Diana and I am from South Florida! I've been living in Boston for the last few years because I just recently graduated from college. I graduated with a major in songwriting! A lot of my interests consist of creative things. I crochet, make jewelry, paint, read, cook, bake, write music, play guitar, piano, and I sing. I...
Diana can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Hi there!
My name is Ana and I have been working with children on and off for the past 10 years. During high school I worked at a daycare center as a teacher's assistant for children 2 - 6 years old, where I focused on interacting with children to develop their social, cognitive, and motor skills. Throughout college, I worked...
Ana can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Maha A.
Cambridge, MA
$25-45/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! My Name Is Maha And I Have Recently Moved To Boston And Am Originally From Houston, Texas!
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, trustworthy, and respectful.
I like working with kids because it brings me joy and is who I want to work with in my future. I have had over 6 years of experience working with children, and I enjoy every moment of it!
I started working with kids when I was in high school as a...
Maha can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Molly H.
Cambridge, MA
$18-23/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Molly, and I am genuinely passionate about offering exceptional care and support to individuals of all ages. With a sincere desire to make a positive difference in the lives of those I assist, I strive to embody the qualities of hard work, intelligence, politeness, and warm friendliness. If you are seeking a...
Molly can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hello :)
My name is Camille but I go by Milly! I am 20 years old and have about 6 years of prior babysitting/nannying experience with ages 1 - 15. Areas I am highly familiar with include pick up/drop off, homework help, and meal prep. I also have experience with after school activities, sports, and summer camps.
I have always...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Emily L.
Cambridge, MA
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! I've had jobs for the past 2-3 years sporadically working with kids in camps and babysitting. I love working with kids and I'm hoping to get a babysitting/nannying job for multiple times a week. Though I am flexible and open to anything. I'm from Cambridge MA and currently live there. I'm happy to help around the house and...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Cambridge, MA:
How can I find a Cambridge babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Cambridge, 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 195 babysitters in Cambridge, MA on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Cambridge, MA?
The average rate for Cambridge, MA babysitters on Care.com is $21.64 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 Cambridge, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Cambridge, 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 Cambridge, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Cambridge, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 52 reviews of the 195 listed babysitters.