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60 babysitters are listed in Lexington, MA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Lexington, MA
Courtney W.
Lexington, MA
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing and responsible childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn and grow. My experience includes two years of caring for children of various ages, during which I've developed a strong understanding of child development and how to create a safe and stimulating environment for kids. I'm known for being...
Courtney can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
I have been caring for children since I have 16. I have 5 years experience as a full time nanny and additional experience in private daycare and public school. I love to be outside with the kids in my care and taking trips to the public library. I enjoy planning activities that meet your children's interests and developmental...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Caring for children is not just a job for me, it's a deep passion and a calling. I genuinely believe that taking care of children is one of the most important roles in the world, and I'm incredibly appreciative of the opportunity to be entrusted with the care of your children. Watching them grow, learn, and thrive brings me...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi there, I'm Abby! I'm a 19-year-old student at UC Davis.
Over the summer I worked as a nanny for two families with kids aged 8mo+.
I'm incredibly capable of taking care of kids of all ages, personalities, and needs. I am very outgoing and love all types of sports, arts and crafts, and am the best night time book reader...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Tessa M.
Lexington, MA
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
I love working with children! I have worked with children aging from 18 months to 12 years old. In addition to working with this age group, I have worked in a special education program at my school with high to low functioning students aging from 14 to 21. I also teach snowboarding to all age groups and ability levels. Helping...
Tessa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Domenica M.
Waltham, MA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.3
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Domenica, I have been babysitting for almost 5 years now. I love kids and I love to watch them, play, help them out. I am a very responsible person with a good car record. I am also very flexible with time.
Domenica can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Domenica is a very responsible and reliable babysitter. She is caring and fun and did a great job when babysitting my little brother. I would definitely recommend her!"
Valerie Z.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am currently working full time as a Global Supply Planner, but love working with kids and animals. If you are ever in need of an evening/weekend sitter, I am happy to help. I have been babysitting for 10+ years, was a lifeguard for 8 years, grew up playing sports and caring for pets. I was also a tutor for elementary...
Kelly can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We had a great experience with Kelly! She was prompt, kind and engaging. Our children had a wonderful time with her! "
Molly O.
Emily M.
Medford, MA
$27-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Kind, Fun, Experienced Babysitter Available Always After 3 P.m To 9 P.m Every Day. Available Anytime
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Emily M and I am 24 years old. My first experience with childcare was taking care of my nephews and niece starting at a young age. My passion and love for kids continued to grow as I continued gaining more experience in the field. The past 8 years of my life I have experienced different opportunities while working...
Emily can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emily did an amazing job of taking care of our twin 4 y/o girls. If she did not go off to college, we would have been very happy to have her continue to be our children's caretaker. Emily is young but very mature for her age. She was reliable, punctual, friendly,...
Robert L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Maria, and I am 24 years old. I have a bachelor's degree in political science and a minor in education. I have 5+ years of caretaking and babysitting experience, working with numerous families directly and through agencies. Particularly, I have extensive work experience caring for individuals living with physical and...
Maria can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maria took care of our elderly dog and new adopted cat. She knew more about how to take care of our cat then we did. She also gave us an update on how our pets were doing. She was very caring and responsive which gave us a peace of mind since this was our first...
Alysia M.
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Angela am a very outgoing person love hanging out and meeting new people and very patient in general. I joined this app looking for a babysitting job full time I am 24years. I have worked with children with disabilities( autism, Down syndrome etc) love children in general and I am comfortable working with all...
Angella can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I interviewed her but her schedule didn't match with the days I wanted but I would 100% recommend her"
Jennifer P.
Rainer H.
Newton, MA
$15-28/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting off and on since I was about 14 or 15, and have been a full time Nanny since 2023. Prior to nannying I worked at and ran a Mathnasium tutoring center, and still enjoy tutoring math on the side as time allows.
Rainer can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Rainer sat for my son periodically from age 4 months on. He is in his element with children (especially very young ones) and his delight and enthusiasm is contagious. He has always been willing to help us out when we need last minute help, and we miss having him in...
Melissa B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Hart!
As the oldest of 4 children and MA certified teacher, I am very comfortable and knowledgeable when it comes to children's needs and communication styles. I have over 5 years of babysitting experience and my own vehicle, and am an excellent cook and baker (especially vegetarian, vegan & gluten free meals). I can...
Hart can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
5.0
"We have worked with Hart for almost a year. We hired her to nanny our daughter last summer and then extended her position to manage home schooling for our daughter and 4 friends in pre-K, K, and 2nd grade. Her relationship with the kids has been so special and a...
Maggie G.
Katherine M.
Brighton, MA
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
5+ years of experience babysitting children ranging from 6 months-13 years old and 1-5 kids at a time. Have often done over nights and am comfortable driving children to and from their daily activities. I love animals and have no problem taking care of them. Activities such as sports or crafts are my go to pass times. Weekend...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"I have three kids. 7-5-2. She was wonderful and attentive with all of them. I would definitely hire her again."
Megan C.
Sasha H.
Brighton, MA
$25-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
Caring Babysitter And Aspiring Doctor (Manhattan For The Summer!)
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sasha and I go to University and am a pre-med student. I am in NYC for the summer, where I grew up. I adore working with infants and I hope to work in the field of Neonatology. I have over 6 years of experience, with ages newborn (including preemies) - 12 years. I can help with light housekeeping, running...
Sasha can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sasha is caring, gentle, and was absolutely wonderful with our baby. Sadly, our family moved states so we had to say goodbye."
Amanda J.
Margaret R.
Cambridge, MA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Retired Mother Of Two, Looking For Family To Help Nurture
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
LOOKING FOR PART TIME : I am a fun, loving, playful, and experienced child care giver looking for part-time sitting! I have worked for several families - long term - during the last 10 plus years. My back ground includes life long involvement in childcare. I trained as a teacher, and even as a new mother I took in other children...
Margaret can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"We have worked with Margaret for the last 2 years, and she is absolutely exceptional! She is extremely reliable, an excellent communicator, and amazing with our two boys (age 11 and 13) - who adore her. She has tons of energy and was enthusiastic about talking...
Miriam T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone!
Just a little bit about me and my background. I have experience with children from the infant age to teenager. From 2005 to 2012, I worked as an Infant Toddler Teacher at Kinder-care, where I was the lead teacher and became EEC certified. After 2012 I decided to leave the daycare setting and work with a family....
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jen is so wonderful! My toddler and baby adored her. She is patient, kind, and fun!"
Vanessa C.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I my name is Sydney, I am a full time marketer from home, and part time babysitter! I live in Brookline and looking to do week night/weekend babysitting around the area. I would even be willing to babysit during the day as long as you're comfortable with me doing some work! I am dedicated, hardworking, and ready for...
Sydney can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sydney has been so great with my girls this summer! We are sad to lose her as she goes back to school! Sydney is punctual, responsible and has great communication. She helped us through this strange pandemic summer safely and with ease. I would recommend Sydney to...
Meaghan M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am brand new to Care. com and am eager to get started :) I have always loved children and miss having them around in my life! I moved to NYC two years ago from Kansas City with the engineering company that I currently work for as a Civil Engineer. Back home, I had the kiddos of my friends and family to play with and watch...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Smart, fun and professional. My daughter liked her very much. My dog, too!"
Marybeth L.
Caroline A.
Cambridge, MA
$15-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Caroline and I am a patient, responsible, and creative person. I have grown up taking care of my cousins and niece and nephew, so I have a lot of experience in caring for children. I recently just moved to Laughlin and I am looking for a small job.
Caroline can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Our Children absolutely loved Caroline. She was very patient and caring. Highly recommend Caroline to care for your little ones :)"
Serafina M.
Roberta S.
Woburn, MA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Loving, Caring Nanny Available Full-Time & Part-Time
3.0
(2)
I work in a public school as a lunch monitor. I am unavailable 11-3 until June24th. after that I am available anytime. I am a mom. My husband works from home. it makes it easier to work. I have a clean CORI. I'm energetic, able to multi-task with ease. I have twin and special needs experience, able to care for several children....
Roberta can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Roberta has been an amazing help to us with transportation for our son's swim practice. She has always been on time and is flexible when we need her. We would highly recommend her and our son loves talking to her about Disney and sports!"
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lexington, MA
Domenica M.
5.0
Domenica has cared for my two daughters, 3 and 5. I can highly recommend her! She is caring, creative, and resourceful when things don't go according to plan. Would definitely hire her again!
- Angela H.
Kelly B.
5.0
We had a great experience with Kelly! She was prompt, kind and engaging. Our children had a wonderful time with her!
- Molly O.
Emily M.
5.0
Emily did an amazing job of taking care of our twin 4 y/o girls. If she did not go off to college, we would have been very happy to have her continue to be our children's caretaker. Emily is young but very mature for her age. She was reliable, punctual, friendly, and caring. My girls loved her and...
- Robert L.
Maria V.
5.0
Maria took care of our elderly dog and new adopted cat. She knew more about how to take care of our cat then we did. She also gave us an update on how our pets were doing. She was very caring and responsive which gave us a peace of mind since this was our first time leaving them. I would...
- Alysia M.
Angella N.
5.0
I interviewed her but her schedule didn't match with the days I wanted but I would 100% recommend her
- Jennifer P.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Lexington, MA:
How can I find a Lexington babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Lexington, 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 25 babysitters in Lexington, 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 Lexington, MA?
The average rate for Lexington, MA babysitters on Care.com is $20.88 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 Lexington, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Lexington, 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 Lexington, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Lexington, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.