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Find babysitters in Lexington, MA that you’ll love
60 babysitters are listed in Lexington, MA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Lexington, MA
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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Caring and loving, looking for families that need occasional care for their little ones.
My favorite thing to do in life is being part of raising someone with love, compassion, kindness and respect.
I'm proud of all the kiddos I have care for, since they continuously show to me how much is worth to be the best you can for them...
Dennise can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Denise is affectionately known as DD in our family. She lived with us as our au pair for almost 2 years. we broke her in with two rambunctious boys, baby wearing, and being the support system for our family after my mother passed away. She can drive a car and for...
Erin W.
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
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: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
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.
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.
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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)
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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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.
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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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Nichole G.
Bedford, MA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nichole watched my two kids, age 9 and 4.5 for a date night. She was awesome! Great communication, arrived on time, gave the kids a fun night without letting them go too wild. I’ll definitely be reaching out out to her again in future!"
Care member
5.0
(6)
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, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I am a young adult with a physical disability. Meghan was wonderful! She follows directions, respects guidelines, and is very careful. She is lovely to talk to and lots of fun! Highly recommend her. "
Care member
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, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, 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.
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.
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: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I highly recommend Ceilidh! She has been great to work with - very responsible and professional."
Bethany K.
4.8
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Neddra, I have 25 plus years of experience as caregiver. I am a Nanny, babysitter, and caregiver in the summer. My experiences are school aged and middle school. I am Fully vaccinated, CPR certified and EEC certified.
My experiences are I worked with children ages 2-18yrs. My job is to make sure children have...
Neddra can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
3.0
"Caregiver was late by twenty minutes without reasonable explanation. Even though we booked from 5 to 7:30 she also tried to leave early. For positives she clearly had a good relationship with our son and was able to keep him happy while we are gone. Also was a...
Care member
Arya K.
Somerville, MA
$20/hr • 9 yrs exp
Active And Enthusiastic Babysitter With 7 Years Of Experience!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone!
My name is Arya and I have been babysitting for the last 9 years (nannied and also worked in a childcare room at a fitness studio as well!). I have always loved working with kids. I recently moved back to my parents house before moving I move out of state and am looking for babysitting gigs in the area!
I...
Arya can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Arya is wonderful. She's kind, trustworthy, and loving. My little one immediately felt safe with her and is happy every time she returns. Her demeanor is positive & uplifting, while also calm & clear. She is exactly the type of person I want to help watch over my...
Zoe P.
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
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
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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.
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, light cleaning, meal prep
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Alexandra. I am 25 years old. I have a little over 5 years of nannying/childcare experience, as well as transporting children to and from school! I have experience with both newborns and toddlers. Being part of a child's development is something I hold very seriously, and close to my heart. I pride myself on my...
Alexandra can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alex is wonderful with my 18 mo daughter. She is very patient and kind. She sings, reads and engages my daughter. She is flexible and always punctual. We are lucky to have Alex."
Michelle B.
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lexington, MA
Jennifer C.
5.0
Jen is so wonderful! My toddler and baby adored her. She is patient, kind, and fun!
- Vanessa C.
Dennise D.
5.0
Dennise is a very caring, dependable, and resourceful nanny. She took care of our son from when he was 3 months to two years old, and for one year during that time she simultaneously cared for another boy of similar age as part of a nanny share. She is very patient and loving, even through babies'...
- Francesca F.
Caroline A.
5.0
Our Children absolutely loved Caroline. She was very patient and caring. Highly recommend Caroline to care for your little ones :)
- Serafina M.
Isabel D.
5.0
Smart, fun and professional. My daughter liked her very much. My dog, too!
- Marybeth L.
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.
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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 $20.60 per hour as of April 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 24 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.