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60 babysitters are listed in Lexington, MA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Lexington, MA
Margaret R.
Cambridge, MA
$28-30/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 SUMMER - 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...
Margaret can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"My family feels so fortunate to have connected with Margaret last summer. She is punctual, dependable, respectful, friendly, and she gets along so well with our daughter. She really makes an effort to cater to our child's interests and meet her at her level. Our...
Carrie S.
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: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sydney is friendly and kind. My kids immediately took to her, including my son, who is very shy. She is calm and patient and very reliable. We are lucky to have her."
Jennifer 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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am mother of 8-year-old daughter and 13-year-old son. I am bilingual (Korean, English) and have been serving for Korean Language Schools since 2008. I love babies. If your kids are in school ages (~ 8 grades), I am willing to tutor their math while the caregiving.
Kyunghun can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
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.
5.0
(1)
Lovely, patient, responsible, funny and respectful. Family M. Part time nanny of 2 boys (7 and 9 years) Pick it up from school bus Feed them and assist them with homework Engaged children in stimulating, puzzles, games indoor and outdoor Promoted positive behavior Family D. 1 girl 6 6 years old and a boy 18 months weekends night...
5.0
"Kika was a wonderful person to invite into our home and help watch our son (between 8-12 months of age). She followed our requests and interacted well with him. She was always on time. We felt completely comfortable and felt sad to say goodbye!"
Lannie L.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I'm a teacher and love being around children. I hold two masters degrees in Education (the first is from Harvard University and and the second is from UMass Boston) I am in my second year teaching and I previously worked as an Education Consultant at a nonprofit. I grew up working in my mom's preschool and have been...
Isabel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Isabel is incredible. I highly recommend her and fully trust her with my children. She also worked for me as a preschool teacher's assistant and is engaging, kind, appropriate, and just wonderful to be around. Isabel is a sitter that you won't regret hiring and...
Kadi K.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have always enjoyed taking care of children. I have been doing it for 15 years. Kids love to be around me, I love watching them learn and their way of thinking. I have experience with newborns through preteens and have enjoyed every minute of it. I can handle up to 4 children. I have flawless references and a professional but...
Meghan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Meghan helps our family with childcare 2 afternoons per week and sometimes other days/times if something comes up and I need last minute help. We have 5 kids between the ages of 5-13 and she's handled them even at their worst. She's been able to keep them occupied...
Laura M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with children since I was very young, beginning with watching my two young siblings at age 11. I then went on to watch my neighbors children, three days a week after school. Then when I was 16, I got a job at the Melrose YMCA After-School Program and loved it. I was there three years. I have had many jobs in...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sarah is an energetic and competent caregiver. We were so glad to find her, and sad that we couldn't have her with us longer. Our son loves his time with her, and lights up when she's around. She is, as another Mom said to me when I first interviewed her, a great...
Mary G.
Nichole G.
Bedford, MA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'm 32 years old and a mother to a 10-year-old boy. Other than my own child, I have helped care for children since I was 15. I'm a registered nurse, ACLS certified, and have experience with all ages. I adore children and interacting with them. I'm very caring and enjoy all sorts of activities. I can provide my own transportation...
Nichole can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nichole is the best! She looked after my daughter from when she was about two weeks old to three months, when she started daycare. Nichole was kind, loving, dependable, generous, understanding, and overall wonderful. She was always punctual, a great communicator,...
Martina T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I like working with kids because it keeps connected with my inner child. Also I enjoy the development of children and they're very funny!
In my spare time, I like to workout, play basketball, bowl, hang with my niece, hang with family!
One thing you should know about me is I'm 6'5 and I wear glasses. I'm very kind hearted and...
5.0
"He is great! Outgoing! Creative! Awesome! Amazing, literally all of the above. My kids love having him around, they always enjoy the time they have with him! They're always talking highly about him, they learn a lot from him as well. He loves taking my kids on...
Angela H.
Carol Z.
Burlington, MA
$28/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I live in Burlington with my family. I am looking for a long-term job. I have college degree, fluent English/Mandarin /Cantonese. I am responsible, reliable, hard-working and always on time. I have my own car and clean drive record. I love pets, cooking, exercising and photography.
My nanny-related work experience are as...
Carol can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Carol was babysitting for our two girls (3 and 1.5) and the girls love her and had a good time. She is very patient and caring. After the play, she helps restore the order of playroom so that I have one less thing to do. "
Care member
Ceilidh S.
Brighton, MA
$20-45/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ceilidh (pronounced Kaylie) and I'm a graduate from Macalester College where I was on a pre-med track. I am now located in Boston. I have been taking care of children for most of my life because it is my favorite thing to do! I love playing games like chess or doing crafts with children and I am also willing to do...
Ceilidh can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I highly recommend Ceilidh! She has been great to work with - very responsible and professional."
Bethany K.
Medha M.
Medford, MA
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am looking forward to potentially care for your children. I am a rising senior in college seeking temporary work during the Summer. I have cared for infants, toddlers, and have some school-age experience; and I completed the American Red Cross Babysitter's Training Course and have basic CPR and first-aid training.
I find it...
Medha can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Medha was great with our children, ages 1 and 3. She babysat them several mornings a week for about 6 months. They were always excited to see her and a little disappointed when it was time for her to go home. In addition to outdoor time, Medha was great at...
Caroline C.
Jennifer G.
Everett, MA
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hi!
My name is Jennifer. I am a 23-year-old, recent graduate from Framingham State. I studied early childhood education and psychology. I have experience working with children in many different settings such as: nannying, after school programs, church and most recently working in a K-8 school. I am passionate about working with...
Jennifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is compassionate, dependable and responsible I've also witness her being extremely organized, reliable and independent. "
Ingrid R.
5.0
(1)
Hello,
My name is Kelsey, and I am 32 years old. I have my Bachelors degree in Elementary Education and my Masters degree in School Counseling.
I have a lot of experience babysitting and working with children in a variety of different settings. Currently I work as an elementary school counselor in Methuen and am looking for...
Kelsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Kelsey is the BEST nanny ever! I had Kelsey watch my 21 month old daughter a couple days a week for the summer while she was off from her teaching job. Not only was she engaging, loving and nurturing, but she truly taught my daughter so many things! I was so...
Michelle B.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I worked as an elementary instructional assistant and after school teacher in Watertown from 2012-2014. I taught and cared for many students everyday, and had so much fun with them! I also have years of experience with babysitting children of all ages from infants to teenagers. I have many babysitting/nannying references that...
Meghan can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Meghan took care of my 2 boys aged 4 and 6. She is very dependable,punctual and my boys love her. I will definitely recommend her and would love to work with her again in the future."
Nandini V.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Miruna, I'm 28 years old, originally from Romania. I attended at West University of Economics and earned a bachelor degree in Accounting and Audit. I speak four languages:English , Romanian, Spanish and little French.
I've been lucky enough to grow up in a large family so I've been always surround by children....
Miruna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"MIruna is extremely professional, hardworking, responsible and lovely.As soon as I met her in person I felt at ease and we were able to go out and have a super time!
She cared for my kids in accordance with our wishers and went the extra mile to comfort them when...
Andrea H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an enthusiastic and outgoing elementary school teacher with a Masters Degree in elementary education, and a BA in child development. I am looking for childcare or tutoring opportunities over the summer. I have always had a passion for working with children, and I thoroughly enjoy spending time with them. My experience in...
Brett can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lexington, MA
Margaret R.
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 about and playing whatever game my...
- Miriam T.
Jennifer C.
5.0
Jen is so wonderful! My toddler and baby adored her. She is patient, kind, and fun!
- Vanessa C.
Sydney F.
5.0
Sydney was wonderful with my 11 month old, he immediately took to her. She was punctual, arriving on time and responsive to my check-ins. She was so friendly and had a very kind demeanor. I would definitely hire her again!!
- Christine C.
Roberta S.
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!
- Care member
Isabel D.
5.0
Smart, fun and professional. My daughter liked her very much. My dog, too!
- Marybeth L.
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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 29 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 $19.41 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 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 13 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.