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60 babysitters are listed in Ipswich, MA
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Ipswich, MA
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My daughter asked how soon Lori could come back. She was flexible with scheduling and the kids had a great time with her. "
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Rebecca H.
Newburyport, MA
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Montessori Teacher Looking To Babysit On Week Nights Or Weekends
5.0
(1)
I've been working with children since I was in middle school (assisting in a ballet class) and that lead me to my passion of guiding and helping children. I graduated college with an Elementary Education degree, got my Orton-Gillingham certification, and I am a Montessori trained teacher for ages 6 years old - 12 years old. I...
Rebecca can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rebecca watched my two girls and handled them wonderfully. They had fun, were safe and had a nice evening with her while I spent a welcome evening out. I would use Rebecca again."
John S.
5.0
(4)
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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Alisha is a lifesaver. My child loves her. She has lots of energy and patience for children. She is trustworthy and dependable. She focused on the best for my child.Took her to some appointments, play dates, YMCA , swim lessons, read books, did crafts, taught...
Brenda R.
5.0
(2)
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amy loves kids and pets! She was very good with our dog, who can be difficult. She meets kids at their level and is good at engaging them. She is very reliable with grocery shopping and is a good cook- she knows how to make healthy and delicious meals and snacks....
Sara G.
Kylie S.
Topsfield, MA
$22/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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 "
Care member
5.0
(3)
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maisa took great care of my two daughters, ages 4 and 8. She is a very caring, loving person and my girls miss her deeply! "
Margaret M.
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:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
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
(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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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.
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
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.
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:
CPR
First Aid
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
(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
"I've worked full time with Neta for the past 3 years. She is kind, trustworthy, responsible, reliable, & a very hard worker. And she an excellent mother to her two children."
Nancy D.
Juliana B.
South Hamilton, MA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Juliana, I'm 34 and I live in South Hamilton, MA. I work full time but work from home at DraftKings as a project manager in their marketing department. I also have a side business in calligraphy. In my free time, I love to spend time with my dog, listen to podcasts, paint, and run outside. I love to babysit and am...
Juliana can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Courtney W.
Newburyport, MA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am an experienced babysitter, I have young cousins that I started babysitting when I was 13. I also have babysat for neighbors and other families out side my neighborhood for the past 5 years. I am very active and love to be outside so I will always be up to play and interact. Your kids will probably be better at arts and...
Courtney can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hello! My name is Kristin. I am a full-time marketing professional in the financial services industry. I'm looking to babysit part-time; date nights, weekends, you name it. I have 10+ years of experience babysitting children with ages ranging from 3-16 years old.
I am reliable, organized, and easy-going. My hobbies include...
Kristin can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
CARETAKING AVAILABILITY 1/29-3/26th
Feb MWF
March all weekdays
Hi I'm Ally!
I'm positive fun-loving person who loves to laugh, explore, be outside, have fun and bring out the curiosity in the children I babysit.
The past 3 years I have worked as a CNA at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital and Maine Medical center Antepartum...
Allison can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
Hello there! I recently moved from NH to MA and am SO sad to leave my families behind. However, even though change sometimes involves loss, it also involves new opportunities! Excited to meet you and help make parenting and life a little less stressful. From schlepping the kids around, to music, activities and games, sports,...
Courtney can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lucy and I'm from Manchester-by-the-sea.
I have about 4 years of experience caring for children ages 0-12 years old. I have mainly worked as a summertime nanny/babysitter, though this past Sept-February I worked as a caregiver at the memorial school hornets program for children ages 5-11. I love to work with...
Lucy can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, friendly, caring
I like working with kids because I want to be a pediatric nurse. I have always loved kids and when I started babysitting I knew I wanted to be a pediatric nurse.
I started working with kids when I was 15 and I am now 18. I have babysat from ages 16 months to 8 years...
Abigail F.
Newburyport, MA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi families! I am the oldest child and cousin, so I have always been around kids. I have assistant taught dance classes to kids ages 3 to 9 and have loved doing so! I have regularly babysit for 3 families in the past and from doing so have created great bonds with each of the kids. I have experience with newborns through...
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Sophia V.
Beverly, MA
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm a childcare provider with five years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for childcare stemmed from babysitting my newborn niece until she was 3 years old. I believe in supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option for them, while keeping a fun and safe environment for the kids.
I'm...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Ipswich, MA
Lori B.
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 the other babies and kids that she...
- Care member
Rebecca H.
5.0
Rebecca watched my two girls and handled them wonderfully. They had fun, were safe and had a nice evening with her while I spent a welcome evening out. I would use Rebecca again.
- John S.
Alisha S.
5.0
Alisha is a lifesaver. My child loves her. She has lots of energy and patience for children. She is trustworthy and dependable. She focused on the best for my child.Took her to some appointments, play dates, YMCA , swim lessons, read books, did crafts, taught ABC's and numbers. She always cleaned...
- Brenda R.
Amy T.
5.0
Amy is such a joy! She is genuinely happy to spend time with my two kids (3 and 6 months). It makes it so much easier to do the things I need to do knowing that my babies are in good hands. Also, she is reliable and is always mindful of my particular parenting philosophies. Highly recommend.
- Care member
Kylie S.
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
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Ipswich, MA:
How can I find a Ipswich babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Ipswich, 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 13 babysitters in Ipswich, MA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.5. 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 Ipswich, MA?
The average rate for Ipswich, MA babysitters on Care.com is $23.15 per hour as of January 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 Ipswich, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Ipswich, 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 Ipswich, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Babysitters in Ipswich, MA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.