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Marykate C.
Jefferson, MA
$18-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as a fun person to be around, very outgoing, and nurturing! I am also a very attentive individual!
I am a very creative individual when it comes to arts and crafts and love to spend time outdoors as well! I admire and learn from each child I work with as they've all shown honesty, resilience, and...
Sarah F.
Jefferson, MA
$18-32/hr • 5 yrs exp
I've always had a passion for nurturing the growth and development of children. My previous babysitting experiences reinforced this, and I decided to make a positive impact on children's lives by becoming a childcare provider.
As a patient, calm, creative, and friendly individual, I strive to create a nurturing environment for...
Allison C.
Jefferson, MA
$12-16/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Allison! During the school year I attend the University of Rhode Island, but I am living at home in Holden for the summer. I am very active and friendly and love being outside. In my free time I like traveling and spending time with friends and family. I have experience babysitting children of all ages and love...
Allison can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Mary E C.
Jefferson, MA
$17-22/hr
Hi, my name is Mary and I am a responsible young adult willing to help in any way I can. I have babysat from a young age and have experience with several age groups. I have assisted with feeding, school work, etc., and am always willing to join in on games for entertainment!
Mary E can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Vanessa H.
Worcester, MA
$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hi! My name is Vanessa and I am in my senior year of nursing school! I have been babysitting all ages for many years now. I have experience with newborns to age 11. I am CPR and first aid certified, I also have a clean driving record if you are looking for pick ups/drop off. I also do pet sitting! I am responsible, reliable, and...
Vanessa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"The BEST babysitter you could ever ask for. She LOVES kids and would do anything to make them the happiest little kiddos. She plays with them, feeds them, reads to them...she does it all. Not to mention, on nights I'm unavailable to cook, she cooks instead! 10/10...
Lyan K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started babysitting when I was 15 and have worked with kids most of my life. I have watched newborns (twins) up to age 12. I have nannied for several families. I worked with one family for 10 years as a nanny and as a household manager. I was with one family for 10 years As I was raising my family I always had extra children...
Marcia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"For the last couple months, Marcia has been an excellent child care provider for our infant daughter! She's incredibly reliable and communicative, always has a "while you were away" for me (i.e. oz fed, length of naps). She's excellent with children and very...
Adam H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Brenda, I was born in Brazil and I have been living here for about 19 years. I speak Portuguese, English, and Spanish. I am a mother of a little baby girl. And I really love kids. I am fun, responsible and trustworthy. I have experience with newborns/toddlers since I have one of my own, and with older Children. I have...
5.0
"Brenda was terrific and we would absolutely re-hire if we still had the need. She took care of our infant daughter (1-2months old) and was very kind, patient and interactive with her. She kept us in the loop while we were away with photos and texts which was always...
Shi-jing Z.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have experience taking care of children since I was a teenager, I have first aid certification and CPR, I am very kind and I love children, I am respectful and I would take care of their children as if they were mine, my first language is Spanish, I am currently studying to perfect My English, I have permission to work in the...
Caroline can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Caroline is the most professional, responsible, and dependable caregiver there is!
She made us confident our 2 year old son was in loving hands while we were away for a week. We are fortunate to have found her.
Our son loves her and we are definitely looking...
Joshua R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a stay at home mom of 3 kids, my 2-year-old daughter and two twin boys. I have been a teacher for 8 years, teaching prek-K, but am taking time off to be with my children while they are young.
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Sarah cared for our 3 children summer of 2021 and she was fantastic. Dependable, flexible when needed, and incredible with our children. She brought so many activities and themed lessons; she was an asset to our family and our children still talk about her half a...
Heidi C.
5.0
(2)
I have babysat for various families during the past eight years. I love to work with kids. Looking for part-time Monday-Friday.
Brianna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Brianna was the best babysitter for my boys. She kept them engaged with board games, coloring etc. Anything that would keep them off their tablets. My boys no longer need a sitter but, they always talk about how great Brianna was and how much fun they had when...
Lisa M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Caitlin! I am a recent graduate and currently studying for my Occupational Therapy boards. I am looking for one-time babysitting opportunities. I have been babysitting since I was 17 and I currently help out with three families I met on Care. com as well as my nieces and nephews who's ages range from 11 months...
Caitlin can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Caitlin came with glowing recommendations, and we're happy to join her fan club. She was absolutely wonderful to work with. Very flexible, responsive and responsible. Our two rambunctious boys (4.5 & 7) thought she was "so nice — even though she did ask us follow...
Matt K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently loving my job as a pediatric nurse at UMass, but would love to babysit for a nice family occasionally as needed. I have great experience providing care for people from infancy to adulthood. I absolutely adore children, and would love to help your family! (Pediatric advanced life support certified)
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mary is a great babysitter, she has babysat my infant and they seemed to have a great time together"
Elif P.
5.0
(4)
Hi my name is Abby! I am a 25-year-old teacher from MA looking to help you and your family out for the summer! I have taught sixth grade for two years and now am in fifth grade. I graduated with my bachelors in English and elementary education with a concentration in STEM in 2021 and with my masters in special education in 2022....
Abigail can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"It's with much pleasure that I'm able to recommend Abigail B. as a babysitter/caregiver. I have known Abby since she was 4 yrs old and she has been babysitting for me the five years. I do foster care and Abby is my DCF approved sitter. I have had children...
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Jill O.
Worcester, MA
$20-30/hr
Responsible And Energetic Public School Teacher Can Keep Up With Your Kids!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Since graduating college, I work as a GED teacher in Worcester, but I miss my high school days of babysitting children! I worked sporadically for a few families, and provided regular after school care to one family for several months during that time. Since I'm also currently a teacher, I could gladly provide your young learners...
Jill can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"We hired Jill to take care of our 2 year old daughter when she had a mild fever. Jill arrived earlier than scheduled and gathered all the information she needed. Our daughter loves to read books and Jill read several books with her. She said she did not have...
Chaitra K.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Thank you for viewing my profile. I currently am a 4th grade teacher at a public school in Shrewsbury and have a lot of experience working with a wide age range of kiddos from my past jobs and internships. In my past positions, I have been a middle school and high school math teacher, a dance instructor, a daycare...
Calista can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Callie was a tremendous help! Excellent at communicating before the babysit time and during. She watched our 4 month old and our big pup. On time and prepared! Very trustworthy, experienced, friendly first impression. Definitely pleased and recommend!"
Robert P.
Danielle G.
Sterling, MA
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter, Available After School And Weekends
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm 24 years old and have experience in the Child care field. I just received my bachelors in educational studies. I love working with kids and previously worked in a daycare, and as a nanny for the past four years. I have worked with Infants, as well as children ages 2-12. I also have experience working as a behavioral...
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Danielle fit seamlessly into our daily lives. She is caring, kind and patient. Her care of baby J was akin to my own. She met him at his daily needs, gave him all the cuddles and love.
Without a doubt, I will have Danielle back to care for him as needed. She is...
Jen W.
4.9
(8)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
My experience as a nanny has been just over 10 years. I began watching my first child in my early teens during my summer vacations and continued to watch my neighbor's children, and friends of the family's children. I have also connected with many great family's through Care. com.
I am very comfortable with all age groups of...
Sierra can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Sierra has worked for us for about a month now on a regular basis. My children adore her. She is dependable and kind. She always has new ideas on fun things to with our kids. She often writes notes to us to keep open communication. It can be very scary having a...
Katie O.
Alexa B.
Worcester, MA
$22-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
most recently experience was a nanny for ~3 years while working towards my masters in clinical counseling psychology. I've worked at a summer program with ages 7-13 in the past and have babysat for various families with ages ranging from newborn to 12 years old.
Alexa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Alexa is wonderful with children of all ages! She has cared for my oldest (10 years old) many times from birth until now. She is always engaged and keeps the kids' safety a top priority, while also ensuring they have fun with her! Alexa is very responsible and...
Heather D.
Meghan M.
Clinton, MA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello!
I'm Meghan and I am 27 years old and am finishing up my degree in Early Childhood. I have over 10 years of experience of children of all ages and I have over 50 hours of student observations. I also have an EEC certification and am CPR trained.
I have a 2-year-old daughter who I am currently home with. I am looking...
Meghan can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Colleen M.
Boylston, MA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi !
My name is Colleen M. I am a certified Elementary Education teacher I am about to complete my Masters in Elementary Education this July at the University of Rhode Island. I am moving back to my home state of Massachusetts for the summer / until further notice and I'm looking for a full-time nannying job. I am a reliable,...
Colleen can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Colleen cared for our toddler a few days weekly for a semester and is wonderful- on time, dependable, flexible and generally just great. Highly recommend her."
Anna F.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Jefferson, MA
Vanessa H.
5.0
The BEST babysitter you could ever ask for. She LOVES kids and would do anything to make them the happiest little kiddos. She plays with them, feeds them, reads to them...she does it all. Not to mention, on nights I'm unavailable to cook, she cooks instead! 10/10 recommend for everyone who needs a...
- Lyan K.
Marcia H.
5.0
For the last couple months, Marcia has been an excellent child care provider for our infant daughter! She's incredibly reliable and communicative, always has a "while you were away" for me (i.e. oz fed, length of naps). She's excellent with children and very trustworthy.
- Adam H.
Brenda D.
5.0
Brenda was terrific and we would absolutely re-hire if we still had the need. She took care of our infant daughter (1-2months old) and was very kind, patient and interactive with her. She kept us in the loop while we were away with photos and texts which was always comforting.
- Shi-jing Z.
Caroline C.
5.0
Caroline is the best. She has been watching our 1 year old girl and 4 year old boy a few days each week as we wait for daycare to begin. She is so warm, kind, respectful and professional. She kids absolutely adore her and have so much fun when she is here. We know the kids are in great hands with...
- Courtney B.
Sarah R.
5.0
Sarah cared for our 3 children summer of 2021 and she was fantastic. Dependable, flexible when needed, and incredible with our children. She brought so many activities and themed lessons; she was an asset to our family and our children still talk about her half a year later.
- Heidi C.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Jefferson, MA:
How can I find a Jefferson babysitter near me?
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How much do babysitters charge in Jefferson, MA?
The average rate for Jefferson, MA babysitters on Care.com is $16.25 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 Jefferson, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Jefferson, 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.