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60 babysitters are listed in Forestdale, MA
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 9 years
Babysitters in Forestdale, MA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Caitlin:) I am looking for a part time nannying job this summer. I'm quite flexible as I attend college remotely. I have been working with children for about 8 years. I continue to do so because it brings me happiness! I love working with kiddos of all ages. Life can get so serious at times, a child can bring...
Caitlin can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Caitlin is always intuitive and enthusiastic while watching our 2 & 4 yr old children. She has an incredible patience with toddlers that is so hard to come by. She has been with our family for over two years & I am continually impressed by her creativity &...
Christina S.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have years of childcare experience through family babysitting (9 years) for newborns through young adults. I have a BA in Community Education (2019) from Curry College which provided me opportunities for shadowing/observation and interns at Spaulding Memorial (Phys Ed), Bright Horizons (infants), Braintree After School...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Lovine R.
Forestdale, MA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Professional Summary
Compassionate caregiver who knows how to keep a level head during emergencies. Able to provide a number of services to patients to make them feel comfortable and safe in their own home at all times. Possess certification in first aid techniques as well as BLS. Excel at exemplifying proper bedside manner....
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
(8)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi there-
My name is Tricia & I'm a retired teacher.
I taught Preschool in Mashpee & Stoneham for years. I'm a lifelong childcare provider and nanny while also raising our own 3, now grown children. I'm Director 1 certified in state of MA & have spent many years caring for children of all ages from newborn to teens.
Patricia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Tricia was a loving and caring caregiver for our daughter for 3 years. She offered endless love for Sabine that is irreplaceable. Tricia was flexible and reliable.
Her early education background offered wonderful guidance during the years with our daughter....
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
A graduate of Wheaton College (MA) with a BA in Film and New Media and previous member of Wheaton College Women's Basketball team. I'm employed full time as a remote Social Media Specialist. I am CPR and Life Aid certified. For the last 12 years I've been a certified Lifeguard, swim instructor and Water Aerobics instructor for...
Kendall can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kendall has been helping with my children for the last 9 months and my children just love her. I can always count on Kendall to be on time and she has been able to jump in last minute when I need her. We unfortunately will be moving quite a distance away and I wish...
Kristina E.
Teresa B.
Onset, MA
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Full-Time Nanny/Babysitter/Errand Runner/House-sitter Available
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Nurturing, compassionate full-time student and nanny with a background in elementary education. Cares for children of all ages, both neurotypical and neurodiverse. Administers age-appropriate and engaging activities such as reading books, singing songs, development of speech, sensory exposure, crafts, etc. Provides light...
Teresa can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Teresa has been caring for my 3 boys. She always comes early, and with a plan for the day whether it is arts and crafts or taking them to a local play gym. My kids absolutely adore her and won't stop talking about her when she's gone! "
Allison M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Ava. I'm 22, taking a couple years in the working environment before going to grad school. I am looking for babysitting opportunities around my other job at Falmouth Hospital. I'm willing to help with meals and light housekeeping. I'm CPR/First Aid Certified, and have my own transportation. Please reach out if you...
Ava can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Ava as a helping hand for our toddler at a family wedding. She was fantastic. She came dressed appropriately for a wedding, was very engaging with our daughter, and did a great job of balancing keeping her in the party when she could handle it and taking...
Mark G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am currently an evening nursing student at Cape Cod Community College. I graduated in 2019 from Curry College with a bachelors degree in health & wellness. I started babysitting at the age of 15. I have been a camp counselor, a daycare care taker at a local gym, and have babysat for multiple families. I have experience with a...
Meghan can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Meghan is so professional, always on time, a complete pleasure, extremely trustworthy and my daughter loves her and has so much fun with her. I can't recommend her enough! She has been with us 8 months and we are so sad to see her move back home for the summer!"
Christine A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I had been a nanny for many years prior to having my own two children and working at the family business. Most of my experience is with infants through 6 years of age. I am CPR certified and first aid trained. I have my associates degree in Early Child Ed and my Bachelors degree in psychology with an emphasis on child psych. I...
Carrie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Carrie took care of my children for over two years. She is very sweet, loving, kind, patient, easy going and highly dependable person. I think of her as part of my family. We all love her, my children absolutely adore her. She is very punctual, has very good...
Hira Z.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Leanne, 58, and I live in Sandwich with my husband. My three children are grown and successful. I have worked at an assisted living facility for the past seven years as a CNA and home health care for four years prior to that. I believe in an active, healthy lifestyle and enjoy activities with children. I have a...
Leanne can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Leanne is an awesome! She is incredibly reliable and my kids (and dog) love her. She goes above and beyond everyday."
Dayna C.
4.5
(1)
I have babysat for kids ages 2 to 12. I am going into my sophomore year of college at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and love both kids and pets!
Sofia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"Sofia was wonderful with our little one. She was patient and kind. We were so happy to have her join us this summer. Thank you Sofia! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Barbie and I am a dedicated and caring nanny with over 14 years of experience working with children of all ages, from newborns to pre-teens. I have a true passion for children and love helping them to grow, learn, and discover. I always combine warmth, patience, and structure, to ensure that children feel safe and...
Barbie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Barbie has cared for my 4 year old son numerous times, and she is truly one of the most wonderful babysitters I've ever found. She's reliable, she always goes out of her way to make sure my son has a good time with her, and he also completely adores her two...
Laura D.
Erin R.
Sandwich, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Erin. I'm 35 years old. Im ECC, First Aid and CPR certified. I have experience with infants to school age for 10 years. I own my car and have a clean driver's record. I am comfortable with pets. Looking forward to hearing from you.
Erin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Erin has been watching our 5 year old daughter for the past 3 years and our 6 month old for six months now (full-time). Erin has not missed a day of work. She is reliable, trustworthy and always on time. My 5 year old daughter always misses Erin on the weekends!"
Sylvia K.
4.3
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Experienced babysitter with flexible schedule, available days, nights and/or overnight. Frequent sitter with 10+ years of experience. Educator, snowboard coach, sailing coach, summer camp counselor and experience working with special needs. Love active and outgoing kids! I have worked with kids with just about all of my prior...
Alex can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We hired Alex & her friend R. to care for 4 small, very active children , 1 1/2, 2 1/2, 5 & 6 years old on 2 days / nights to attend a family wedding. After a great phone interview with both, we hired them & it could not have gone better!!! The kids took to them...
Linda W.
5.0
(1)
I am a senior at the University of Colorado Boulder, studying journalism with an additional field of study in communication! I will be returning home to the East coast for the summer. I love being outside doing anything from hiking and snowboarding to sailing and swimming! As the oldest of two sisters and 18 cousins I am...
Jane can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Jane worked here for 2 years. Everyone loved her. Very sweet and helpful. Have known her family for almost ten years. All of them so nice."
Amy G.
Carly C.
Mashpee, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Young Military Mom Who Loves Kids/animals And Very Experienced
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there, my name is Carly. I am CPR certified as well as CPI certified, as I work with mentally challenged and disabled adults. I have been in this field since I was 19 and love it! My biggest strengths are: patience, being on time and communication. I am a former military wife and mother of an 14-year-old, who is my biggest...
Carly can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Carly is currently working for me and she is great. Very reliable, responsible and helpful. She is working out great and my two daughters love her."
A C.
5.0
(2)
I am a 5th grade teacher with a passion for working with kids! I studied psychology with an emphasis on child psychology and development at the University of Vermont. I am CPR certified, and have worked with children with moderate to severe disabilities as well as health conditions that required constant supervision and...
Destiny can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Reliable, sweet, compassionate, helpful!"
Bree B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! **Fatimah** here, and I am excited about the opportunity to care for your children. With over 6 years of babysitting experience, I am dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for your little ones.
**About Me:**
I'm a Communications student with strong interpersonal skills. I love using creativity in...
Oghenenyore can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kind, caring, and conscientiousness. Allowed my girlfriend and I peace of mind, knowing our kids were in good hands while we were away. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
I recently retired as a special educator for 36 years.
I have two daughters who are college graduates; one is an Oncology/Hemotology RN in Boston and the other a Communications/Marketing Manager in New Seabury. Married for 27 years and own an 11-year-old yellow lab. Love the Bruins and Red Sox!
I grew up in a family of eight...
Julie can also help with: Grocery shopping
5.0
"I don't know how we would have survived the last few years without Julie! She loves our kids so much but we love her even more. She is forever part of our family (whether she likes it or not!) and any family would be beyond blessed to have her in their lives!"
Katie C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Isabella, and I am currently an undergraduate student at American University studying Psychology. I have 8 years of paid babysitting experience, and 2 years of full time nannying experience.
Isabella can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"Isabella is amazing! She jumped right in and my kids immediately like her! She was great with arts and crafts and keeping them busy. She helped out with housework and went over and above what is asked of her. She is very nice, reliable, responsible, hardworking and...
Caroline C.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Forestdale, MA
Caitlin M.
5.0
Caitlin is always intuitive and enthusiastic while watching our 2 & 4 yr old children. She has an incredible patience with toddlers that is so hard to come by. She has been with our family for over two years & I am continually impressed by her creativity & dependable work ethic.
- Christina S.
Patricia N.
5.0
We met Tricia during the pandemic and are so grateful for the special care and flexibility she offered us. Tricia is a wonderful caregiver, teacher and has made such a positive impact on our family.
- Care member
Kendall S.
5.0
Kendall is amazing! My girls had a lot of fun with her and I didn't worry for one second while we were out for a date night! She is very good at communicating and arrives on time (with activities)! I look forward to having her over again soon.
- Katie P.
Teresa B.
5.0
Teresa has been caring for my 3 boys. She always comes early, and with a plan for the day whether it is arts and crafts or taking them to a local play gym. My kids absolutely adore her and won't stop talking about her when she's gone!
- Allison M.
Ava P.
5.0
We hired Ava as a helping hand for our toddler at a family wedding. She was fantastic. She came dressed appropriately for a wedding, was very engaging with our daughter, and did a great job of balancing keeping her in the party when she could handle it and taking her away to play when she couldn't....
- Mark G.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Forestdale, MA:
How can I find a Forestdale babysitter near me?
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How much do babysitters charge in Forestdale, MA?
The average rate for Forestdale, MA babysitters on Care.com is $18.33 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 Forestdale, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Forestdale, 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.