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104 babysitters are listed in Dorchester, MA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Dorchester, MA
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 54-year-old woman. I have lived in the United States, specifically the Boston area for the past 21 years and I have been employed as a babysitter for 15 years, and I am also a mother of a 35 yrs. old. I have excellent references from all the families that I have worked for. I love to be around children, and I feel...
Bethania can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Bethania has been taking care of my 3 children (ages 14, 12 and 9) for over 9 years. She is a wonderful part of our family and has always done a great job caring for my kids. She has experience with toddlers through teenagers and can handle all of them. She is good...
Jennifer R.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am a pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist and currently work at a private practice in Hingham, MA. I have experience as both a part time babysitter and full-time nanny for infants to school-aged children.
Madeline can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maddie is a wonderful girl and very knowledgeable babysitter. She cared for our girls the way we do. She brings a lot to the table because of all of her prior experiences. She is very friendly, sweet, playful, cautious, and strict - in a good way! Our girls loved...
Johanna E.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Rosa! I am a babysitter who adores children and will give the best care. I'm the most loving and energetic babysitter, along with being patient! I enjoy being outdoors as well as being creative to be occupied indoors! I am responsible, organized and on top when it comes down to communicating with any...
Rosa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Rosa was an integral part of my family for 6 months. She helped with my very energetic 4 and 5 year old boys and then with my newborn. She was punctual, kind, efficient, fun and friendly. It was a pleasure having her with our family and I highly recommend her....
Kristinia S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I love working with children and have been caring for and teaching children for over 10 years now. I am a licensed teacher in Massachusetts, licensed to teach elementary school, middle school science, and I'm currently working to earn my ESL license at graduate school part time (while working as a full time ESL teacher...
Helen can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Helen took care of our daughter of 11 months for two evenings in a row while we were in Boston for holidays. She is very careful and professional."
Lieselot V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Shreece & I hold a BA degree in Early Childhood Education.
My background in childcare ranges from taking care of my nieces and nephews, professional settings (infant toddler teacher) and nannying with occasional babysitting. (6+years).
The age range I've cared for started as young as 3 months and as old...
Shreece can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Shreece did an excellent job taking care of our toddler. She was very professional and friendly and seemed very at ease with the logistics of taking care of a toddler. She checked in and maintained good communication. We're looking forward to working with Shreece...
Sarah G.
Randi R.
Dorchester, MA
$23/hr • 12 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm a very energetic and responsible babysitter/nanny. I have roughly 10 years of childcare experience. I'm very punctual and enthusiastic. Don't mind pets, the more the merrier. Looking forward to meeting you and your family :)
Randi can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Randi's nurturing care, creative engagement, and remarkable responsibility have made her an invaluable care giver for my 3-year-old. Overflowing with love, she ensures both a safe environment and joyful learning. I am grateful for her dedication and positive impact...
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Judith B.
Dorchester, MA
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
I'm currently working in an inclusion classroom at Boston Public schools. I have more than 17 years experiences in childhood education and mother of 3 beautiful children.
Judith can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Judith is an extraordinary person who took care of and taught our children throughout the 2020 pandemic. She is an excellent teacher, was observant and empathetic to the needs of each child and remains a special part of our family."
Katherine K.
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: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & 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.
Sharlette L.
Dorchester, MA
$27-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Sharlette, I am 25 years old and I have been watching and working with kids since I was a kid! I have grown up caring for my nieces (one of which has Spina Bifida, so I have gotten much experience helping and caring for someone with disabilities and medical precautions). I have been a nanny to a 3-year-old and...
Xarai R.
Dorchester, MA
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
My Name Is Xarai And I Am A 19 Yr Old Female Who Has A Lot Of Experience In Child Care.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello all!
My name is Xarai and I am a full
time college student in the nursing program who is looking a nanny job this summer! I've babysat many children & family members over the years all ages and am also the oldest child in my family who has cared for all my siblings ranging from 6mos - 14 years old.
I am very responsible,...
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:
Trustline Certified
CPR
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)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Speech-language pathologist. Have experience with children both with disabilities and typically developing children.
Marianna can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We were very happy with Marianna as our summer nanny! She was excellent with our 11 month old baby and dog. We would 100% hire her again."
Holly N.
Lauren K.
Dorchester, MA
$10-15/hr
Part-time Babysitter I Am Leaving For College In September, But Would Love To Babysit.
I really enjoy children and would love to take care of them. I haven't had much experience taking care of children other than family but I believe I am up for the job. I hope to gain experience working and have the responsibility of my own money and work life.
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Maddie and I am 26 years old. I have experience as a babysitter and nanny for various families' children ranging in ages infant to 13 years old for the past 9 or so years. I am also very comfortable with pets! I am BLS certified and currently work in clinical research. I am looking for a part time position! I...
Madeleine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hi my name is Savannah and I am originally from Charlestown, Rhode Island. I am 24 years old and I just recently moved to Boston! I have a very flexible schedule and my own reliable car. I babysit often for for different age groups and can provide references if needed! I'm very outgoing, energetic and good with children. I like...
Savannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Boston Public schools para. Fisher College graduate with a Bachelor's in Psychology. I previously worked at the Boys and Girls Club of Dorchester as A Infant and toddler teacher.
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Hi! I'm a psychology doctoral student hoping to do work with kids through young adults and currently do research in the youth mentoring field. I love to bake, do arts and crafts, and play any type of game (board or sports). I love the outdoors, especially going for nature walks or gardening.
Jordan can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi everyone! My name is Emily, I'm 24 and have been babysitting for about 10 years now. I have experience with children of all ages, including infants.
I'm also a registered nurse, currently working at a pediatric office! Before becoming a nurse I worked as an aid on the postpartum unit at a nearby hospital for 2 years.
I'm...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Davide J.
Dorchester, MA
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Evening And Weekends Babysitter With MBA And Early Childcare Certificate
Looking for a full-time or part-time Babysitter? Want to pick up an extra shift, need to go out, or just an occasional sitter? Well look no more. My name is Davide, I have experience with kids from newborns, infants, and toddlers. I am good with kids. Non-smoker, educated, experience and patient. Certifications and references...
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Hi, my name is Nickey and I am a fulfilled young woman who is looking for a full-time nanny position.. I am MAP/CPR/First Aid certified and also CNA and PCA certified. I love going on walks in the park and also going to various museums, zoo and the aquarium. I am legal to work and looking for a position ASAP.
Duties I performed...
Nickey can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Dorchester, MA
Bethania G.
5.0
Bethania has been taking care of my 3 children (ages 14, 12 and 9) for over 9 years. She is a wonderful part of our family and has always done a great job caring for my kids. She has experience with toddlers through teenagers and can handle all of them. She is good with the kids and helps around the...
- Jennifer R.
Madeline R.
5.0
Maddie is a wonderful girl and very knowledgeable babysitter. She cared for our girls the way we do. She brings a lot to the table because of all of her prior experiences. She is very friendly, sweet, playful, cautious, and strict - in a good way! Our girls loved her.
- Johanna E.
Rosa B.
5.0
Rosa was our family's nanny for over a year (June 2020 - August 2021); she started working with us in June 2020, taking care of our then 10 month old daughter while we worked from home. Rosa would play with our daughter, prepare her meals, handle all of the diaper changes, and make sure our daughter...
- Fred W.
Helen Z.
5.0
Helen took care of our daughter of 11 months for two evenings in a row while we were in Boston for holidays. She is very careful and professional.
- Lieselot V.
Shreece J.
5.0
Shreece did an excellent job taking care of our toddler. She was very professional and friendly and seemed very at ease with the logistics of taking care of a toddler. She checked in and maintained good communication. We're looking forward to working with Shreece again.
- Sarah G.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Dorchester, MA:
How can I find a Dorchester babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Dorchester, 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 104 babysitters in Dorchester, MA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Dorchester, MA?
The average rate for Dorchester, MA babysitters on Care.com is $21.39 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 Dorchester, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Dorchester, 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 Dorchester, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Dorchester, MA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 32 reviews of the 104 listed babysitters.