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66 babysitters are listed in Jamaica Plain, MA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Jamaica Plain, MA
3.7
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hey! I'm Lani and I am an elementary school teacher with degrees in education, gen sci, and mathematics. I enjoy art and crafting, and often find time to be outdoors. I'm 25 years old and have spent the last seven years revolving my life around little ones and nannied my way through college. As an educator, I've found that when...
Lani can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lani is a great sitter! My kids love her! "
Karen S.
Ruddy R.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Full-time And Weekends
4.4
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Reliable, loving, nurturing, mature, dedicated, and patient nanny with many hours of experience and a high interest in children's developmental milestones at their own pace of course. Keeping children safe and sound is my priority!
Ruddy can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She stepped in at short notice and did a wonderful job with our 2 year old for the night."
Matthew S.
Oksana S.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$25-30/hr • 20 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available On Weeknights And Weekdays
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was taking care of three kids for 10 years. I enjoy taking care of kids, playing with them and reading to them.
Oksana can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
CNA
5.0
"I don't even know where to start with Oksana! She is by far the best housekeeper/babysitter/pet sitter we have ever worked with. She loved us like family, and we loved her right back! If it hadn't been for a move further from the city, we'd have her here right now...
Kelly K.
Daniela A.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.7
(12)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Daniela. I am easy going, always willing to try new things, and I have a great sense of humor. My passion for taking care of children comes from my mother. For years she has owned her personal home daycare and I have helped her throughout her career. I enjoyed meeting all the different families and working with...
Daniela can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
5.0
"Dani is a wonderful caretaker. We first met Dani when we had a last-minute childcare situation. She jumped right in! The kids are always happy to know Dani is coming over. When we come home, the kids are always happy, there's crafts on the table, and the playing...
Care member
4.4
(12)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am looking for a full or part-time position in which I might support your family with both childcare/teaching and cooking, or just one or the other. I have a Masters in Education with 30 years experience teaching 4-10-year-old children in schools and summer programs; I spent many years as well caring for toddlers in...
Susan can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"We were fortunate to have Susi lead a study pod for our first grader son and his friend from school. The two boys were not the most cooperative when it comes to following the schedule and staying focused with the remote school work, but Susi was able to guide them...
Svetlin K.
Tzipora G.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$14-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an Ithaca, NY native, and recently moved to Boston. I work in Boston Public Schools, and enjoy yoga, puzzles, and ceramics in my free time.
I have bachelor's degrees in Psychology and Arts & Education, a master's degree in teaching, a a dual NYS teaching certification in Childhood Education and Students with...
Tzipora can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Tzipora is amazing. She's caring and extremely punctual. She also works with the baby to keep on a proper developmental track. We'll miss her while she's on vacation. "
Chriss E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I have been babysitting for the past 10 years and have developed a love for childcare. have worked with kids of all ages ranging from 2 months- 12 years, with newborns being my favorite age group. I am patient, kind, responsible, and CPR trained.
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emma is an absolute rock star. Our family was so lucky to have her as the childcare provider for our 10 month old daughter. Any family that is fortunate enough to hire her will be beyond happy and will not want her to leave!"
Sam K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a first-year Physician Assistant student at MCPHS with extensive babysitting and EMT experience. Originally from Chicago, I came to Boston for graduate school. Prior to that, I went to Iowa State University where I received a Bachelors of Science in Genetics. After graduating, I worked in an Emergency Department where I...
Emily can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emily was a phenomenal, energetic, kind and imaginative babysitter for my silly 8yo boy. She also helped around the house, with the laundry, organizing his room, getting him to reach and be interested in all kinds of topics from whales to electric circuits and...
Olga S.
5.0
(1)
Some of my fondest childhood memories involve playing "Teacher" with my little brother. I would spend hours preparing lessons and setting up my "classroom," dressing up in fancy clothes to teach him what I had learned in school. The joy I felt during those moments never left me, and it shaped my path in life. Today, I'm a lead...
Tatiana can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Very mature. Hit it off immediately with my family and most importantly my child. We look forward to having Tatiana look after our daughter."
Jennifer D.
Bessie R.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Brooklyn-based Sitter With 4+ Years Of Experience Under Her Belt, Lots Of Energy And Laughter!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Bessie -- nice to meet you! I have babysat for New York-based families with children of all ages on and off for six years, though I do have least experience with infants, and do it all--helping with homework, light housework, cooking, pickups, and activities, depending on what you're looking for. I find that kids like me...
Bessie can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Bessie was just incredible. She was easy-going and respectful, communicated well around scheduling and watching my daughter in ways consistent with my parenting style, and her warmth had my daughter immediately comfortable with her. She also graciously worked...
Karen B.
4.5
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Dear families, I'm Monica. I'm 33 years old and I'm from Colombia. I love kids and I have a lot of experience with them, I've been working for different families in the past years so far. And I was a teacher assistant in Colombia. I love to teach Spanish to the babies also I feel comfortable with all ages. I'm responsible,...
Monica can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Monica is genuinely the best. She has watched my son since he was 4 months old - he is now 20 months and he absolutely adores her. She is loving, responsible, fun and all around amazing. We are so so sad to be leaving Monica as we are moving towns and my son is...
Rebecca M.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I'm fully vaccinated and have my own transportation.
I have many years of experience nannying all ages and special experience with infants and toddlers. Committed to early development of skills. My priorities are to make sure the children are safe, happy, and learning as well as providing a safe and clean environment for the...
5.0
"Ananda has provided excellent care to my 3-year-old. She is energetic, kind, and thoughtful. She planned developmentally appropriate and engaging activities. She is an excellent communicator, reliable, and prompt. I enthusiastically recommend her to any family...
Anne B.
5.0
(7)
Hi there! My name is Stefica, and I recently graduated with my Bachelors in HR Management and a law student. I have over 5 years of nannying experience and am comfortable working with all age groups, from newborns to high schoolers.
When I'm not nannying or studying, I enjoy spending time with my friends and family, reading &...
Stefica can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Stefica is great with people, she's cheerful and charismatic! I've gotten the chance to meet her through a friend of our local Church! I would consider Stefica a good friend and hard worker."
Daniel R.
Saowalak T.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi I'm Sao. I'm 28 Years Old, I'm Funny And Activity Girl.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience with children from new born-12 years old. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry, folding, and all about kids' stuff! I can cook and I love to cook.
I like indoor and outdoor activities(hiking, playground, Picnic, library, biking, drawing, coloring book, etc.)
Saowalak can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We have been incredibly lucky to have Sao as our baby’s nanny since she was a newborn. In addition to being highly trustworthy and dependable, Sao consistently went above and beyond in her warmth and care. Our daughter had severe reflux for the first 2-3 months...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hi, my name is Mary! I am an energetic babysitter/Nanny with 7+ years of experience looking after children on weekday evenings, weekends, and school holidays. I am a mother myself. My daughter is 5-year-old and is currently attending school five days a week. Therefore, my schedule is pretty flexible and can be available full or...
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My kids love Mary. When she is over my children, G. 4 and C. 6, only want to play with their cousin Mary. She has lots of energy and keeps them entertained for hours. She is caring and comforting and fun to be around. She is someone I could rely on to watch my...
Mary M.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Serena! I am a certified teacher and also a college student obtaining my degree in Early Education. I have been working in child care for over 6 years in settings such as babysitting and child care centers as an infant/toddler teacher. I have always naturally had a passion for working with children. The field has...
Serena can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
4.0
"Serena has a real love for little ones! She was our nanny for a little over 2 months for our daughter, who was around 6 months at the time. She was so great about coming up with new activities for our daughter to do. She organized the materials and the activity...
Whitney R.
5.0
(4)
Experienced and loving nanny with approximately 15 years of experience guiding children through daily routines. I am exceptional at initiating activities that align with their developmental levels, while also encouraging them to be curious and active. With a strong background in first aid, emotional development, chore...
Abby can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Abby is a dream nanny. Not only is she the most dependable nanny we're hired, but she also has an exceptional way with children and is a role model to many. There are few I'd trust to care for my children and Abby is certainly one of those people."
Michelle F.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I always say, "Do what you love and love what you do. You'll never work a day in your life !"
Childcare is like a fun hobby for me. I am a friendly, organized, and trustworthy Nanny/Sitter/Caregiver :)
Thank You!
Millie
Millacent can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Millie is such a lovely and sweet child care provider. The previous person I hired gave up on my 18-month old after 2 days because she was having trouble being away from me. Millie totally understood and remained patient with her. She was great with my daughter and...
Annie S.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Nadya, and I'm currently a working professional in Boston. I've babysat since high school, and would love to help you out for a date night or a weekend-day away!
Nadya can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! I'm Kelsey. My passion for working with kids started when I was 13 years old as a counselor in training at a summer camp. Ever since then, I have tried to work with kids as much as I can. I love having a positive impact on their lives and enjoy learning each of their fun personalities. I have experience with all ages,...
Kelsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Jamaica Plain, MA
Lani S.
5.0
Lani is a good baby sitter, she was sweet, playful and very interactive with my 5 months old little girl. She was respectful in my ask towards the care of the baby. I would definitely re-hire her!
- Lydia C.
Ruddy R.
5.0
She stepped in at short notice and did a wonderful job with our 2 year old for the night.
- Matthew S.
Oksana S.
5.0
I don't even know where to start with Oksana! She is by far the best housekeeper/babysitter/pet sitter we have ever worked with. She loved us like family, and we loved her right back! If it hadn't been for a move further from the city, we'd have her here right now helping us out! She cares very...
- Kelly K.
Daniela A.
5.0
Dani was great with our kids. She was very professional and considerate. It was a pleasure having her in our home!
- Care member
Susan A.
5.0
We worked with Susan for a year when she took care of our three children two days a week for before and after school care. Susi was wonderful with our kids - my kids have very different personalities and she was able to adapt and tune her interaction with each child accordingly. My youngest in...
- Lydia S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Jamaica Plain, MA:
How can I find a Jamaica Plain babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Jamaica Plain, 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 66 babysitters in Jamaica Plain, MA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. 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 Jamaica Plain, MA?
The average rate for Jamaica Plain, MA babysitters on Care.com is $22.14 per hour as of December 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 Jamaica Plain, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Jamaica Plain, 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 Jamaica Plain, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Jamaica Plain, MA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 70 reviews of the 66 listed babysitters.