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60 babysitters are listed in Chestnut Hill, MA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Chestnut Hill, MA
4.8
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am 21 years old and a senior at Boston College! I have been watching kids for 7 years, but I have loved them for longer than that. I am a certified Red Cross babysitter, and I'm also certified in first aid, infant/child CPR, and AED. I have watched kids from ages 6 weeks to 13 years old, and I enjoy all ages. I have experience...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lauren has been great with our number month old! She is easy to communicate with and is very trustworthy! Will definitely continue to use her when we can!"
Dara W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Allison and I am a public school elementary music teacher. Let me know if you're looking for a night out or date night that you need child care for! I love arts and crafts, playing board games, water balloons, playing outside, exercising, and making music.
Allison can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Allison was prompt, friendly and so helpful. She handled bedtime with our autistic son with consideration, gentleness and he loved her.
She was also kind enough to clear up after both children and is generally an amazing care-giver. We would most definitely...
Joseph S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a licensed clinical social worker with a background in child development and trauma looking to provide babysitting services throughout the summer and into the school year. I have babysat for 3families through Care. com and multiple others outside of the service. I am comfortable babysitting multiple children at a time and...
Sofia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sofia has been an absolute pleasure to work with. Happy, positive, motivated, fun and mature, she has been a great fit with our older kids (10 and 12) while also being responsible and reliable. She is an amazing problem solver and can take care of issues...
Jane M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a warm, patient, loving well educated caregiver and know how to manage a busy household. I have years of experience caring for infants through teenagers and pets. I enjoy playing games, reading, creating art and checking homework. Very flexible and happy to help with whatever you need including light cooking and cleaning,...
Joan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Joan is wonderful and knows how to facilitate running a busy house and being an extra set of hands. She is very dependable, punctual, and helpful. Having raised her own kids and grand-kids, she's very familiar with the things needed to help a busy household with...
Christine M.
My name is Erin and I am a senior at St. Lawrence University majoring in psychology and public health. I am also a member of the women's soccer team at the university! I have a strong passion for working with children and have been babysitting since high school. In addition to my experience as a babysitter, I have also worked as...
Erin can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! my name is Ric and I'm a student at Boston College studying Finance. I've worked with tons of kids from ages 2-15 for the last few years (including special needs, ADHD and ODD). I am also a middle school golf coach for catholic memorial. The kids I babysit and coach love that there's a sporty and fun, active boy babysitter....
Ric can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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Hi! My name is Bella and I am a sophomore at Boston College studying Economics and International Relations; I am currently taking time off from school to make sure that I really know what I want to do before spending more money. I am working on my personal training certification and I am already certified as a...
Isabella can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
I am a sophomore at Boston College from Westchester NY. I have been babysitting since I was 13 and have experience with kids 3 months - 14. For the last 3 summers I have worked at an all girls YMCA sleep away camp in NH where I work with kids 8-14. I am specifically the counselor for the rising fourth graders, having 10...
Hi! My name is Tyhanah but friends and family call me Hanah! I have been working with children of all ages for 3 years now. I have completed my associates degree & I have moved to Boston to further my career. I am experienced with teaching grade school children, I plan on playing exciting games, puzzles and even craft projects....
Tyhanah can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
Emma W.
Chestnut Hill, MA
$18-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm a creative and imaginative caregiver with five years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have worked at a daycare, at camps, and as a babysitter and now I am a freshman in college.
My previous experiences have taught me how to be patient and calm, and how to create a fun and safe environment for children to...
Madyson A.
Chestnut Hill, MA
$30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, welcoming, and enthusiastic.
I'm looking for a job that is consistent and enjoyable, which is exactly why I am looking for a job as a caregiver. Currently I am a nursing major at Boston College and in the future plan to work in the pediatrics field as a registered nurse.
I have been...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! My name is Sophie, and I'm a freshman at Boston College, but am originally from Norwell MA. I have plenty of babysitting experience as the oldest of 13 cousins- I'm experienced in taking care of kids ranging from newborns to 14-year-olds. So whether it's changing diapers or trying to be taught a dance, I will always be there...
Hello! My name is Liv, and I am a recent graduate from Boston College with a degree in theatre and philosophy. I am a babysitter/nanny with 5+ years of experience, and I adore spending time with kids. As an actress, I am hoping to find a family who is open to plenty of hours per week but is flexible in terms of days, as I never...
Liv can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Francesca C.
Chestnut Hill, MA
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I've always enjoyed caring for children. This passion led me to nanny and babysit while I am not in school, and I have been nannying for various families for the past five years. I'm calm, friendly, and patient, and I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules. I have experience caring for kids from birth to age 11, but am...
Emily S.
Chestnut Hill, MA
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As the oldest child of four, I took on the role of caretaker at a very young age. I love to have fun, be creative, and am not afraid to get dirty! Reading is my favorite. I have 10+ years of experience working as a babysitter, and am a 5th year middle school teacher. I am also fluent in ASL, as my students are Deaf. I love...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Mia A.
Chestnut Hill, MA
$18-24/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have full-time nannied, part-time babysat, and led summer camp and after school summer programs over the past 7 years. I have experience babysitting with language barriers and babysitting children with special needs. I am a student at Boston College who loves kids and animals.
Mia can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I am a sophomore at Boston College majoring in Applied Psychology and Human Development. Originally from Fairfield, Connecticut, I have been babysitting since I was first Red Cross certified at age 15, and have experience with up to three children of all ages. I have worked as a camp counselor and at a pre-school, both of which...
Madeleine K.
Chestnut Hill, MA
$15-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! I am 21 yrs old and a recent graduate from Boston College with a nursing degree. Apart from growing up with five siblings, I have also had numerous nanny/babysitting jobs over the past four years or so. Alongside this, I have spent many summers volunteering with different children's summer camps/clubs and volunteered in...
Madeleine can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hello! My name is Grace and I'm a full-time student at Boston College on the Pre-Medical track, so I can be a reliable and trust-worthy babysitter. I'm trained in CPR and First Aid, and I'm great with kids. From Swimming Supervision to running errands, driving to school/practice, or assisting with homework, I can help! As a fun...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi, I have 4 years of experience working as a babysitter and camp counselor, ranging from infants to early teenagers. I have housekeeping and cooking skills as well. I am easygoing, fun, and hardworking! Flexible and excited to work.
Riley can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Chestnut Hill, MA
Lauren V.
5.0
Lauren helped me in a big pinch, I cannot explain how helpful she was and how she helped us out! She saved us! I will keep her number for future dates! Thank you Lauren!
- Alex R.
Allison R.
5.0
Allison was prompt, friendly and so helpful. She handled bedtime with our autistic son with consideration, gentleness and he loved her.
She was also kind enough to clear up after both children and is generally an amazing care-giver. We would most definitely hire her again.
- Joseph S.
Sofia L.
5.0
Sofia has been an absolute pleasure to work with. Happy, positive, motivated, fun and mature, she has been a great fit with our older kids (10 and 12) while also being responsible and reliable. She is an amazing problem solver and can take care of issues proactively and independently. We were very...
- Jane M.
Joan G.
5.0
Joan has been a wonderful caregiver for our daughter (currently almost 9 months old) for approximately 6 months now, and we are lucky to have found her. She truly cares for our baby - plays with, sings, soothes, feeds, reads, and interacts with our daughter in a way that makes us confident our...
- Jaehoon S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Chestnut Hill, MA:
How can I find a Chestnut Hill babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Chestnut Hill, 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 41 babysitters in Chestnut Hill, 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 Chestnut Hill, MA?
The average rate for Chestnut Hill, MA babysitters on Care.com is $21.12 per hour as of January 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 Chestnut Hill, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Chestnut Hill, 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 Chestnut Hill, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Chestnut Hill, MA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.