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60 babysitters are listed in Essex, MA

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 9 years

Babysitters in Essex, MA

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Brittany F.


Essex, MA

$25/hr • 7 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Brittany I'm a licensed speech language pathologist who enjoys babysitting as a part time job. I love kids of all ages and have a wide range of experience. I'm passionate about working with children on the autism spectrum and have years of experience working with this population. I'm looking forward to hearing...
Brittany can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Brittany has been helping us with our son for several months. He loves her. She is very engaging with our toddler, gives him lots of attention, and is great at reading his needs. She is easily able to keep up with an active toddler. Her speech therapy background...

Karen S.

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Lindsay H.


Essex, MA

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have been nannying/babysitting for about 16 years, and I was a pre-kindergarten teacher for 4 years in Topsfield. I am also a mother to a very busy 2 1/2-year-old boy as well as 4 step children who are all teenagers. At the moment, I am available for occasional night and weekend sitting in my area! Would be willing to make it...
Lindsay can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Isabell A.


Essex, MA

$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am the oldest of 5 kids and have lots of experience babysitting a variety of children. I also worked part time during my breaks as a substitute teacher. In the past I have worked with children on the spectrum and am very comfortable with them. I am very approachable and easy to work with and love to clean and do anything...
Isabell can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
I have cared for and taught children for over 20 years both privately and in educational settings. I have a BS in Early Childhood Ed and I am CPR/First Aid certified. I have experience working with with special needs children (Autism, Asperger's syndrome, ADHD, sensory integration disorders, William's Syndrome). I worked as a...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Hazel C.


Manchester, MA

$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Fun, Kind, Responsible Babysitter/Nanny Available!

Hello! My name is Hazel and I currently live in Manchester, MA and work as a 6th grade teacher and tutor at the Landmark School. I believe my experiences working with children as a nanny, camp counselor, first aid provider, after-school instructor, mentor and coach make me a great match for your family! Having worked in food...
Hazel can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Hazel is an amazing roommate, friend, colleague, and educator. I've known her past 9 years and have been continually impressed by her energy, positivism, and creativity while working with kids. She always has fun things up her sleeve to engage with kids of all...

Alicia A.

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Esterlin Z.


Danvers, MA

$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/Nanny

I have been babysitting for 4 years now. I am certified in first aid, CPR, special needs education. I have my CDA and 5 years of teaching experience. I bring a wealth of knowledge to ensure the well-being and growth of your children. I prioritize safety above all else, and I am responsible, understanding, and determined to take...
Esterlin can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Esterlin is an amazing help and brings a breathe of fresh air. She has a natural talent for talking care of kids and has always been helpful to me!"

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Pam R.


Beverly, MA

$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving Grandmother Seeking Babysitting Position

I loved being a stay-at-home mom for my three children who are now grown. I volunteered in their kindergarten classes and taught religious education to third and fourth grade students for several years. Since then, I have babysat for my grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and neighbors. My work history has been office jobs, but...
Pam can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Pam was a great help in a pinch. My kids love her"

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Kassidy B.


Gloucester, MA

$50/hr • 11 yrs exp

Blast Of Fun

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have babysat pretty much my whole life I am currently employed with Applied Behavioral Associates. I have my masters in developmental disabilities with a concentration in applied behavioral analysis.
Kassidy can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Kassidy was our daughter’s early-morning babysitter for many months and we miss her! Kassidy is really organized and great at keeping a spirited, high-needs kiddo happy and on-time, getting everything ready for school, making breakfast, packing lunch, creating...

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Kylie S.


Topsfield, MA

$22/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hi! I am a senior at Keene State College majoring in criminal justice and sociology with a minor in early childhood development. I have a genuine love for working with children and have over six years of experience. My previous jobs included working as a senior camp counselor for Pre-K, and an after school program leader for...
5.0
"Kylie has done an excellent job caring for my twins. She is very reliable and always has the best interest of the kids in mind. She is honest, trustworthy and my twins love being with her. Highly recommend. - Steve "

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Leah F.


Beverly, MA

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Infant and Toddler and Preschool teacher experience. Gymnastics expertise. Aba experience and masters in education. I am very patient and enjoy reading and doing arts and crafts with children. I am also good at petsitting.
Leah can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Leah has been babysitting for us for years. She is great with kids, very responsible, punctual, and has good availability. She has incredible experience and training in early childhood education. She is a very kind person, and our son loves her! She's great...

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Marinela H.


Beverly, MA

$15/hr • 6 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I live in Beverly and am a nurse. I am an animal lover! Some of my interests are being active and engaging in activities. I have babysat for many different families for the past couple of years. I usually watch children that are between the ages of 3-7, but I have experience of watching younger children between ages of 6 months-...
Skills:

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Marinela is a very responsible and kind sitter who would pick up and drive my children to after school activities as well as be responsible for them multiple days in a row and for long periods when my husband or I had out of town commitments. She is an excellent...

Rae A.

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Melissa F.


Manchester, MA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood

I am 30 years old and have 5 years of full time nanny experience. I have been babysitting since the age of 11. I graduated from high school in 2012. Besides in home care I have also worked in numerous daycares/preschools. I am a graduate from the University of Maine at Farmington with a bachelors degree in Early Childhood...
Melissa can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Melissa watched our 2 sons (5 & 7 year old) while we were on vacation in Kennebunkport. I emailed her a few days before we left and she responded right away. She babysat 2 evenings for us while we went out to dinner with friends. She was very friendly and...

Betsy A.

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Amy T.


Danvers, MA

$28-45/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny Available

I am currently in Nursing School, dreaming of becoming a Midwife. I am CPR certified. I am looking for a part time position that can be flexible with my class schedule. I can also provide occasional sitting for parents looking to go out! I started babysitting when I was 13, often working for families with kids under the age of...
Amy can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Amy has been a wonderful presence in my 2 sons' lives for 7+ years. She is cheerful and loving, and has a down-to-earth enthusiasm for child care! She's easy to talk to as a parent and instantly likable. Really can't recommend her highly enough."

Phil H.

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Alisha S.


Gloucester, MA

$23-29/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello, I'm Alisha

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Alisha I'm living in Gloucester MA currently looking for a Nanny, Tutoring, or Babysitting position in the area. I graduated 2019 from NSCC. I'm great at helping with school work, I'm very patient and I have a great connection with children. I've worked with children who have ADHD and dyslexia in the past....
Alisha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"She helped out 3 days a week with my special needs 13-year-old daughter. Alisha was always patient and kind while working and was very helpful always willing to go the extra mile if needed"

Emma M.

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Kerri H.


Danvers, MA

$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Postpartum Doula Specializing In Overnight Newborn Care

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified Postpartum Doula, I specialize in overnight newborn care. I have been providing overnight care for newborns for over 20 years. I have experience helping families with singletons, twins and triplets. I offer help with breastfeeding, healthy sleep habits, emotional support for the whole family, date nights and...
Kerri can also help with: Travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Kerri is an amazing resource for parents! We hired her for overnight care for our newborn twin boys, and she has been extremely helpful. Beyond the incredible value of helping us to get some rest, she also offers good advice while respecting our routine and...

Laura K.

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Maisa R.


Topsfield, MA

$28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello there Moms & Dads! My name is Maisa! I am a mother to two beautiful children. I have 10+ years of experience in taking care of children. I have worked at Boston Sports Club as a babysitter, where I was responsible for up to 6 kids at a time from 3 months to 12 years of age. I have done freelance babysitting and also have...
Maisa can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Maisa was great throughout the entire interview process. We ended up hiring someone else but only because she was a slightly better fit. I think Maisa will be a great help to whomever hires her. "

Jillian W.

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Julie M.


Beverly, MA

$22-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter Available

3.7

(3)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Julie . I am going to be a junior this coming year at the University of Vermont. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old, and since then have worked at a daycare and in a kid's room at an athletic club. I am also CPR and first aid certified. I love working with kids, and have experience with a wide range...
Julie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I hired Julie to help watch my two young girls . She has been great. She is very flexible,trustworthy and sweet. She can handle two kids without an issue. I would definitely recommend Julie."

Natalie M.

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Lori B.


Beverly, MA

$25-27/hr • 10 yrs exp

14 Years Experience With Children. Looking For Part Or Full Time Position

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

My name is Lori. I'm 36 years old. I have 20yrs experience in childcare. I am CPR certified and will keep your children safe and sound. I love to read and do crafts. I find it important to keep a child active and engaged. The more fun they have, the more they want to learn. I like outdoor activities. I will bring them to parks...
Lori can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Lori has been absolutely wonderful as a babysitter for my 3 month old son. She is very experienced and has good instincts for when he needs to eat or nap, and she knows how to play with him to encourage his development. I can tell how much she cares about him and...

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Ava C.


Beverly, MA

$22-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

My Name Is Ava And I'm 18 Years Old. I Love Kids And Am Hardworking

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Ava. I'm 18 years old and have 3 younger siblings so I've had experience with child care my whole life, as well as with other families in the community. Safety is my number one priority and I can ensure that I will provide that for your children as well as a fun and stimulating environment. Since I'm a student I...
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Ava was incredible. She was on time and very professional. We felt safe leaving her with our two year old. She was also so good with our 4 month old large dog. We will absolutely be using her again. Thanks Ava!!"

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Mary W.


Gloucester, MA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Licensed Infant, Toddler and Preschool Montessori Teacher

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I've a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Child Development. I'm a certified Infant/Toddler/Preschool Teacher, with 10+ years experience teaching in the classroom and 15+ years experience as a nanny at home for children from 2 days to 12 years old, including multiples. I recognize how difficult it is for you to have to miss one...
Mary can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She is frequently referred to as "Mary Poppins". She can be seen with a brood of children following her. She cared for my daughters (who were 2 and a few months old). When I had my 3rd child, I decided to put my career on hold and focus more on the kids and my...

Mike A.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Essex, MA

Brittany F.

5.0

Brittany has been helping us with our son for several months. He loves her. She is very engaging with our toddler, gives him lots of attention, and is great at reading his needs. She is easily able to keep up with an active toddler. Her speech therapy background has been a wonderful plus for us as...

- Karen S.

Hazel C.

5.0

Hazel is an amazing roommate, friend, colleague, and educator. I've known her past 9 years and have been continually impressed by her energy, positivism, and creativity while working with kids. She always has fun things up her sleeve to engage with kids of all ages! I worked with her at summer camp...

- Alicia A.

Esterlin Z.

5.0

Iam giving Esterlin 5 stars because of the hard work and dedication she puts into caring for our little ones. She’s very detailed oriented, compassionate, nurturing, and goes above and beyond in all areas of her workforce.

- Care member

Pam R.

5.0

Pam was a great help in a pinch. My kids love her

- Care member

Kassidy B.

5.0

Kassidy was our daughter’s early-morning babysitter for many months and we miss her! Kassidy is really organized and great at keeping a spirited, high-needs kiddo happy and on-time, getting everything ready for school, making breakfast, packing lunch, creating beautifully braided hair styles every...

- Care member

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Average Rating5.0 / 5

Babysitters in Essex, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.