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70 babysitters are listed in Jamaica Plain, MA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Our two-year old daughter loves Ruddy! They see each other every couple of weeks for a date night for my husband and I, and the next morning my daughter tells us about all the fun she had the night before and asks when she will see Ruddy again.
Meals and bedtime...
Sarah I.
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
CPR
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.
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: Craft assistance, travel, 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.
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...
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Tzipora G.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$15-19/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: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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 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 cared for...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
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.
Rebecca P.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Rebecca and I'm looking to babysit this coming fall. I have experience with infants, toddlers, and small children, but I am happy to babysit kids older than that too. I just started an online master's program at Tulane University after spending the last year babysitting and nannying on and off. In my final...
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Becky is an absolute gem and I would recommend her to literally anyone.
Here's what you should know.
1) Becky is extremely professional. She responded to my messages promptly and had excellent answers for all of my hard questions, include those about her...
Katherine C.
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.
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.
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
"Our 2 year old is in a nanny share with Ananda and we love her! She takes the kids to the park and the library, feeds them and manages naps, and keeps them super engaged and happy all day. She also sends picture updates all day which we love! An additional note is...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a patient, kind hearted woman who has been working with kids since I was a kid! I have a BA in Social Work from Michigan State and am now attaining my MS/CAGS in School Psychology at Northeastern. I have experience working with kids with mental disabilities as well as neurotypical kids. I take a very light hearted, fun...
Esin can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Esin was an amazing caregiver to our 5-year-old daughter with special needs!"
Care member
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sao watched my daughter and another girl together from the time they were 3 months old until my daughter was 1. She is still watching the other girl. We would have stayed on with her but we moved out to the suburbs. The most important thing I can say is that Sao...
Maria L.
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, carpooling, travel
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: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Abby is thoughtful and smart, down to earth and funny and extremely kind and caring. I trust her completely and feel so fortunate that she came into our lives, first as a nanny to our daughter, and now as a treasured friend. My daughter always looked forward to her...
Sasha C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hey, Nice to meet you!
The best words to describe me are patient, trustworthy, flexible, creative, caring, punctual, honest, and organized.
I always say, "Do what you love and love what you do. You'll never work a day in your life."
Millie :)
Millacent can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I am not a person who usually writes a review but I wouldn't do enough justice If I didn't write one for Millie. We had Millie take care of our 3 year old son who has minimal special needs on a temporary assignment for 3 weeks. Millie was truly Amazing, very...
Manigandan N.
Christin C.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$27/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
As a nurturing and passionate childcare provider with four years of experience, I'm dedicated to fostering children's growth and development. My patience, creativity, and ability to manage emotions create a safe and stimulating environment for your child. I believe in open communication with parents, providing daily written...
Christin can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Christin is so incredibly gifted at caring for and bonding with babies!"
Lauren T.
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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.
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.
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
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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 70 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 $22.76 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 Jamaica Plain, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Jamaica Plain, 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 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 70 listed babysitters.