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60 babysitters are listed in Lexington, MA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Lexington, MA
Emily V.
Watertown, MA
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Part-Time Babysitter Available. I have babysat my neighbors children for years and have spent a lot of time caring for my young cousins (all still under 6 years old!).
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Marja H.
Bedford, MA
$10-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a college student looking for part time work as a nanny. I worked at a daycare for four years during high school, and I have worked as a nanny for a few different families since then. I am CPR certified and currently in school for early childhood education, hoping to become a daycare teacher. I love kids, and I am a...
5.0
"Marja is very sweet. We've had her watch our 11-month old daughter a good handful of times now for around 5hrs each visit. She's a great communicator and always follows directions. She is super reliable and is very interactive with our daughter. I would definitely...
Jenny S.
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: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, 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.
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sasha was extremely kind and well versed in taking care of our newborn. She is lovely and helpful - couldn't recommend her enough!"
Amanda J.
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, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jennifer was great help in the time of our need - would highly recommend her!!"
Chandi K.
5.0
(1)
Have over 10 years of experience in the health area, I have all the knowledge about CPR and safety with kids.
Nehidy can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
5.0
"Nehidy is great with kids I highly recommend her "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Taylor! I am a rising Senior at Boston University. I'm looking for opportunities over the summer for babysitting or house sitting jobs in the Brookline and Allston-Brighton area.
I began babysitting when I was 15, starting with family friends and kids in the neighborhood and caring for up to 3 kids. I've spent...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I reached out on short notice and she was able to make it over to sit! The Kids loved her!"
Brooke M.
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, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, 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 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:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Smart, fun and professional. My daughter liked her very much. My dog, too!"
Marybeth L.
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: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Meghan is a hard worker in anything she does whether it's house cleaning or caring for children. She's watched my babies numerous times and she knows a lot about kids education, health, and wellness. I've known Meghan for over 10 years now and she's a wonderful...
Deanne N.
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: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sarah has been an absolute blessing to our family, and we feel beyond lucky to have found her! We were looking for a nanny for our newborn last year, and Sarah reached out to propose a nanny share with her son who was only one month apart in age. We loved Sarah...
Lynelle A.
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: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
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.
Nichole G.
Bedford, MA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 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: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & 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'd describe my personality as compassionate, fun, and responsible!
I like working with kids because I enjoy their young spirit and have fun teaching new skills like cooking!
I'm looking for a job that welcomes me as part of the family!
I started working with kids when I was in middle school, I formally nannied for a few...
5.0
"Maggie was absolutely wonderful. She was kind, intuitive, responsible, and jumped right in the moment she met our daughter. Couldn't recommend her enough!"
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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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, 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.
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.
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is extremely hard working and dependable.She is always positive and always works to the best of her ability. She is a wonderful individual and really unique."
Nelfi M.
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, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Carol was wonderful with my twins! She was very caring and warm, and was was able to manage everything they needed with ease (naps, walks, meals, etc). She is highly reliable-- she was great about confirming the day/time of the job and that she was on her way the...
Jessica S.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lexington, MA
Marja H.
5.0
Marja is very sweet. We've had her watch our 11-month old daughter a good handful of times now for around 5hrs each visit. She's a great communicator and always follows directions. She is super reliable and is very interactive with our daughter. I would definitely recommend Marja to a friend and am...
- Jenny S.
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.
Sasha H.
5.0
Sasha was extremely kind and well versed in taking care of our newborn. She is lovely and helpful - couldn't recommend her enough!
- Amanda J.
Jennifer C.
5.0
Jen is so wonderful! My toddler and baby adored her. She is patient, kind, and fun!
- Vanessa C.
Nehidy C.
5.0
We’re so grateful with Nehidy. We have a 2y/o and she’s been so sweet with our boy. I have a hard time leaving him but she’s always responsive and kind. It makes it easier to know he’s with someone that genuinely cares.
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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 30 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 $20.37 per hour as of November 2024. 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 2024, 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.