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60 babysitters are listed in Dedham, MA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Dedham, MA
Katherine M.
Brighton, MA
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
5+ years of experience babysitting children ranging from 6 months-13 years old and 1-5 kids at a time. Have often done over nights and am comfortable driving children to and from their daily activities. I love animals and have no problem taking care of them. Activities such as sports or crafts are my go to pass times. Weekend...
Katherine can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"I have three kids. 7-5-2. She was wonderful and attentive with all of them. I would definitely hire her again."
Megan C.
5.0
(19)
Hired by 21 families in your neighborhood
My name is Gina. I have over 40 years of experience as a babysitter and 12 years as a professional nanny in either full and part time roles. I, also, received extensive trainings in childcare and child growth at an early intervention organization.
I am very responsible, detail oriented, reliable and creative with big emphasis...
Gina can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Our family is so grateful to have worked with Gina. She was exceedingly reliable, always punctual, flexible with our changing schedules, and most importantly, she was a tremendous caregiver to our child. She adapted well to the different growth phases of our child...
Margaret F.
Anna Z.
Dorchester Center, MA
$17-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
As a sitter, your child's safety and joy are my top priorities. I want to develop relationships with your kids. I want to see them laugh, smile and have fun. It would be such a privilege to be able to share these moments with your children.
I have experience babysitting step siblings and family friends, being a live-in...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Anna has been a huge help. She is always on time and willing to help any way she can."
Elizabeth S.
5.0
(2)
Hi, my name is Mary! I am an energetic babysitter/Nanny with 7+ years of experience looking after children on weekday evenings, weekends, and school holidays. I am a mother myself. My daughter is 5-year-old and is currently attending school five days a week. Therefore, my schedule is pretty flexible and can be available full or...
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My kids love Mary. When she is over my children, G. 4 and C. 6, only want to play with their cousin Mary. She has lots of energy and keeps them entertained for hours. She is caring and comforting and fun to be around. She is someone I could rely on to watch my...
Mary M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've always had a passion for working with children, I have over 6 years experience in childcare including working in daycare centers, teaching preschool, and being a full time nanny. I worked as an assistant teacher for over 3 years, earning my CPR and First Aid certifications through them. Working as a floater in daycares made...
Jacirah can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jacirah treated my daughter like she was her own. After I picked her up she couldn't stop talking about how much how fun they had together. My daughter even asked if Jacirah could come to Disney with us LOL! Will definitely be needing her services again. My little...
Kiana K.
Sara M.
Boston, MA
$20-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello,
My name is Sara and I have 15 years of experience with newborns, toddlers and school aged children. I worked in a day care in Costa Rica, where I am from, for more than 8 years. I also have experience working with different families in the Boston area.
I am caring, honest, responsible and enjoy being with kids and...
Sara can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
5.0
"Sara worked with our family for six months starting when my daughter was 12 months. She is so caring and patient. She has a lot of energy and would take our daughter to various activities and excursions, including playgrounds, museums and the library. She is very...
Care member
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am an awesome nanny who is enthusiastic and loves to interact with children. I have been a nanny for 8 years and I feel very lucky to have a job that I am passionate about. I have worked with all age groups and families. I support emotional growth by helping children navigate conflicts with empathy, I've led indoor and...
Hilda can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Hilda is amazing she's amazing with children, my children enjoyed her great with art crafts and library time. Her meal prep was amazing that my children still miss them. She will the best nanny for your children."
Fred K.
Faith D.
Cambridge, MA
$25-36/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have had ample experience working as a caregiver in the Greater Boston Area. I have worked with care. com's backup care service since the summer of 2016 and have subsequently provided care for numerous families during my winter and summer breaks in Boston. I have experience babysitting children ages 8 months to 13...
Faith can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Faith has cared for our 2.5-year-old son for about a week when we were supposed to work but was almost at the last days of covid in January. She was so nice, very punctual, always calm, and always entertaining overall. She has extensive childcare experience and she...
Tugce K.
Elizabeth S.
Canton, MA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 14. I have experience with multiple kids! I have been hired by several families on care. Tasks that were included in these jobs were transportation, Cooking, shopping, nap schedules, changing and laundry! I would also make a good fit for your family because I love to be on a personal level...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Liz was on time and very sweet! We were anxious about hiring a sitter and she made it very easy! We will 100% be asking her to sit for us again."
Morgan B.
Sydney F.
Hyde Park, MA
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Sydney! I currently work at a school as a 2nd grade teacher in Needham but once school wraps up I will need a summer job! I am looking for a summer nanny position and I am going into my fourth semester at BSU in the fall. I have experience with all ages and I previously nannied for a families that had babies, toddlers,...
Sydney can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep
5.0
(2)
Hi there! My name is Kelsey. I am a young certified teacher who teaches math and learning support. I currently work at a residential boarding school where I am a teacher and live on campus dorm parent. In addition to teaching I have experience coaching youth, middle and high school for field hockey and lacrosse. I have been a...
Kelsey can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We have had Kelsey watch our kids for the past year. She is great, friendly, welcoming, sympathetic, creative, and just a ton of fun! She enjoys being outside or baking with them!
My kids love having her around! "
Care member
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: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hello, my experience with children range from Newborns to pre-teen, I'm a mature responsible person. I worked at a family day care for over 1 year. I'm mother of 4 and they are my pride and joy, I have two 14-year-old teen, a 10-year-old and a 5-year-old. I am currently working at Boston children Hospital as a Medical Assistant,...
Anaitza can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Trustline Certified
5.0
"Anaitza is very responsible and punctual. She's very kind and careful with my kids. She's able to do light house cleaning."
Katiria N.
5.0
(1)
My name is Flordelis I live in Cambridge, Mass. I have experience taking care of my three children. Before coming to the United States, I took care of children in my country as well. I am looking to begin taking care of a new family ages newborn to 2 years old, and also helping with washing baby bottles and laundry. I have CPR...
Flordelis can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is extremely caring and considerate and truly wants to help out. I couldn't ask for better care. Flora took care of my five month old daughter for three months, at which time she was detailed, fun and loving. They had a wonderful bond and we wish the best...
Tracy N.
Gaby S.
Brighton, MA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a friendly and patient caregiver with six years of experience, I'm passionate about providing a safe, fun, and educational environment for children. My desire to make a positive impact on their lives and support families motivates me to go above and beyond.
I believe in open and transparent communication with parents,...
Gaby can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Very calm with our hyper preschooler and demonstrates such care for both our kids."
Alpha M.
Michaela B.
Boston, MA
$20-28/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! I am a Physician Assistant new to the area and have some extra time! I would love to be a helping hand to anyone who needs it! Baby sitter available.
Michaela can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Michaela was a pleasure to have watch our kids. She was kind, prompt, great communicator, and I felt like the kids were in good hands. Michaela made me feel at ease and had great experience coming in. Would definitely hire her again!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I provide tutoring and babysitting services to special needs students, after school and on weekends. I also provide PCA support to adults with spinal chord injury or have cerebral palsy. I also have a 26-year-old son - a US Navy veteran - who is currently away in college. I'm caring, patient and diligent.
Denzil can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Denzil is amazing. The only regret we ever had with Denzil is that we met him just a few months before our severely autistic son moved to a residential school in Framingham. Denzil was extremely competent and professional, but he also cared for us and our child....
Jeff H.
5.0
(1)
During December of 2016, I volunteered to help out nursery school class at Mount Saint Mary Academy. Duties included helping the children with various projects/activities, aided Ms. D with dressing the children in snow gear for recess, and supervised the class during lunchtime and whenever Ms. D needed to leave the room for a...
Abigail can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"We love Abby! I have been working with Abby for several months now. She worked as a reading tutor and babysitter for my 6 year old. My 6 year old's reading needed a lot of work so she tutored my daughter and as a result, my daughter's reading skills vastly...
Nicole L.
Stephanie F.
Hyde Park, MA
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I've been raising my own child since 2003 and I have several years experience as a nanny/babysitter/assistant teacher in family homes, commercial daycare and home daycare settings. I'm comfortable caring for children of all ages and my own son is on the autism spectrum so I have that experience as well. In addition to being a...
5.0
"We were so thrilled to find Stephanie. She helps our son and one other classmate guide through the remote learning for Kindergarten. We found her to be very loving, patient, fun, punctual and professional. Her personality was a great match for the kids and we...
Esel S.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Dedham, MA
Katherine M.
5.0
I have three kids. 7-5-2. She was wonderful and attentive with all of them. I would definitely hire her again.
- Megan C.
Gina C.
5.0
Our family is so grateful to have worked with Gina. She was exceedingly reliable, always punctual, flexible with our changing schedules, and most importantly, she was a tremendous caregiver to our child. She adapted well to the different growth phases of our child and helped guide our child through...
- Margaret F.
Anna Z.
5.0
Anna has been a huge help. She is always on time and willing to help any way she can.
- Elizabeth S.
Mary B.
5.0
My kids love Mary. When she is over my children, G. 4 and C. 6, only want to play with their cousin Mary. She has lots of energy and keeps them entertained for hours. She is caring and comforting and fun to be around. She is someone I could rely on to watch my children.
- Mary M.
Jacirah F.
5.0
Jacirah is very nice and friendly. My child was immediately comfortable with her and I felt at ease, I would definitely be using her as a consistent babysitter going forward.
- Nicole C.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Dedham, MA:
How can I find a Dedham babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Dedham, 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 30 babysitters in Dedham, 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 Dedham, MA?
The average rate for Dedham, MA babysitters on Care.com is $22.33 per hour as of February 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 Dedham, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Dedham, 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 Dedham, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Dedham, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.