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60 babysitters are listed in Gloucester, MA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Gloucester, MA
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping I am a former preschool teacher and a mom of 2 daughters.
Kara can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
(1)
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Pam was a great help in a pinch. My kids love her"
Care member
5.0
(5)
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: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Melissa is great. Polite, reliable, nice. She's helped watch my son for years and cares how he is doing. Definitely recommend! A pleasure knowing Melissa!"
Daniel A.
4.3
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with children all my life. . I have three graduated children. I'm a very active, responsible person. I also tutor conversational Spanish for adults and children. I have wonderful references , and more than 20 years of childcare experience. I provide my own car, and have excellent driving records. I worked with...
Yvonne can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Yvonne has worked for us for the last 3 years. She is warm, thoughtful and is very nurturing of the children. She has an energetic and bright personality with a positive attitude, and the children enjoy spending time with her. Given that Yvonne has raised 3 adult...
Kate W.
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
5.0
(5)
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 babysat my 2 children overnight. She did an amazing job. I will defintely be hiring her again! She made sure the house was clean before I arrived back home, and the kids were sound asleep. My kids loved her."
Taylor A.
Leah F.
Beverly, MA
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"It's been years since Leah cared for my children (now teens) but she was trustworthy enough for me to hire her back to pet sit a few months ago!"
Kimberley A.
5.0
(3)
I am a responsible sitter, I can do some light housekeeping, and am able to pick up and drop off kids from activities. I am CPR certified and COVID-19 vaccinated I am experienced with children of all ages.
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Neta, work for our family for over a year. She was a lifeline for me when our family was in true chaos. She would come every week clean diligently leave our home spotless. Act as a thought, partner on organization and only needed to be given a direction once. In...
Care member
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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
Lori B.
Beverly, MA
$25-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
14 Years Experience With Children. Looking For Part Or Full Time Position
4.8
(9)
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, 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...
Care member
5.0
(2)
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
"We have been fortunate to have Marinela sit for our 2 daughters, who are 7 and 3. She is absolutely wonderful with them; the girls enjoy playing games and love arts and crafts. She is an animal lover, which is a huge plus. We have a young hound who is uneasy...
Cait M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as kind, caring and patient.
I love working with kids. I have several cousins, nieces and nephews that I grew up babysitting and nannying.
I'm looking for a job that have steady work hours and a positive work environment.
I started working with kids when I was 13 years old. I started babysitting...
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Amanda was so great with my 10 month old son. She played and interacted all day with him. She is very sweet and I would definitely recommend her and hope to have her again"
Samantha V.
4.7
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a warm-hearted energetic mother of two adult children, with two grandchildren that I take care of frequently. I am also a part-time Nanny for the past two to three years for an energetic and happy 3-year-old boy and his 1-year-old baby brother. I have a wonderful connection with children and enjoy being part of their growth...
Carolyn can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My children love Miss Carolyn and she really connects with children like a grandmother. She's dependable, responsible and trust worthy. Carolyn is wonderful!"
Heidi R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with children 7+ years. I am experienced in all age groups and highly qualified.
Casey can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Tatiana H.
Beverly, MA
< $10/hr • 5 yrs exp
As a dedicated childcare provider with five years of experience, I'm committed to nurturing the growth and development of children. My passion for caregiving stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles and my desire to support families by providing a reliable and nurturing environment for their little...
Tatiana can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
I have 6 years of experience babysitting along with working at a parks and recreation summer camp for 4 years where I worked with children of all ages. I am Junior at Endicott College and am a player on the Women's Soccer Team. I can help with light housekeeping and errands along with taking care of kids (and pets).
Linda can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Isabell A.
Essex, MA
$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Emily W.
Wenham, MA
$30/hr • 9 yrs exp
I love working with kids, I have 9 years of formal experience. I am very organized and can help with some housekeeping as well. Getting outside is always a priority!
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Emilly R.
Beverly, MA
$25-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm a passionate, experienced childcare provider with four years of experience caring for children of all ages. I've always loved working with kids and take pride in creating a nurturing, safe, and fun environment for them to thrive.
I have a natural ability to connect with children and understand their unique needs. I'm...
Halle J.
Beverly, MA
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
1.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Halle, and I would love to be considered for the position as your families nanny!
Halle can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I am a live in staff member at Endicott College and have been babysitting since I was in middle school. I have two younger siblings so I was always helping my parents out. I am very creative and love playing games, doing arts & crafts or playing outside. I work really well with kids and love spending my time engaging with them...
Sophia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Gloucester, MA
Pam R.
5.0
Pam was a great help in a pinch. My kids love her
- Care member
Melissa F.
5.0
Melissa is great. Polite, reliable, nice. She's helped watch my son for years and cares how he is doing. Definitely recommend! A pleasure knowing Melissa!
- Daniel A.
Yvonne G.
5.0
Yvonne was our nanny for over a year with our 2-year old. She is reliable, on-time, polite, and most importantly… loving/caring with both of our sons. If given the chance; I would recommend Yvonne to anyone!
- Genia L.
Ava C.
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!!
- Care member
Leah F.
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 with pets, too.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Gloucester, MA:
How can I find a Gloucester babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Gloucester, 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 Gloucester, 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 Gloucester, MA?
The average rate for Gloucester, MA babysitters on Care.com is $22.85 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 Gloucester, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Gloucester, 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 Gloucester, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Gloucester, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.