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60 babysitters are listed in Melrose, MA

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years

Babysitters in Melrose, MA

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Madeleine Z.


Melrose, MA

$20-33/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

5.0

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I am a seasoned CPR and First Aid certified nanny with 10 plus years of experience. I graduated from Salem State in 2020 with a bachelors degree in non clinical healthcare. I nannied full time for a wonderful family for 2 years after graduating to save up to peruse my passion as an esthetician. The baby boy was 3 months when I...
Madeleine can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Maddie is the absolute best! She started watching our son at 4 months and has been nothing but wonderful. As a new Mom I was nervous about leaving him so young, but she has made me feel so comfortable and takes such good care of him. I would highly recommend her to...

Macy F.

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Nevina S.


Melrose, MA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

I'm a mom of two girls both college graduates. I have years of experience working with children of different ages as well as children with disabilities. I have a reliable car. I absolutely love working with children. Starting September I will have Tuesday/Thursday availability till 3:00pm
Nevina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Nevina watched my two sons (4 and 6), and was amazing. She was very attentive and both the kids had a blast with her. I would highly recommend Nevina to anyone. "

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Alice A.


Melrose, MA

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am raising my four own children. I have taught at a daycare in the past and was the babysitter for a Mother's group several years ago.
Alice can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Alice is amazing. My son is always happy and chatty after being dropped off from school. He loves her, as does my daughter. I am so grateful for her help and support. "

Joseph S.

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Brenda B.


Melrose, MA

$25-50/hr7 yrs exp

Loving Nanny Looking For A Great Family To Work With.

I worked as a teacher at a daycare for two years. I'm infant/toddler and preschool certified. Before being a teacher I worked as a nanny and babysitter, I have 7 year of experience working with kids. I always loved working with children and seeing them grow into little humans is my favorite part. I can provide arts and crafts...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Brenda is a very hard worker that is always on time and ready for the day. She is always prepared and ready with an activity or outdoor adventure. Brenda has a friendly personality that makes everyone in her surroundings happy."

Leah S.

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Fiona S.


Melrose, MA

$25-43/hr4 yrs exp

Creative, Energetic, Loving Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a graduate student at Boston University School of Social Work and Public Health. I absolutely love spending time with kids, playing outside, getting creative with arts and crafts, and facilitating imaginative play. I have worked with infants to 12-year-olds in a variety of settings, from camp counselor to full-time...
Fiona can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Fiona spent a summer caring for my 2.5 year old daughter almost full time and continued to care for her 1-2 days a week for the school year. My daughter absolutely loves her. She always kept my daughter so happy with different types of imaginative play. She took...

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Sarah W.


Melrose, MA

$15-30/hr9 yrs exp

Fun Loving Nanny Looking For A Wonderful Family!

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, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
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.

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Isabel D.


Melrose, MA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

New To Care.com And Eager To Start!

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.

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Brittany D.


Melrose, MA

$15/hr6 yrs exp

Date-night And Weekend Babysitter

Growing up with two younger siblings (one is 10 years younger and the other is six years younger), I often babysat them while my parents were out. I also have babysat two brothers for the past three years, since they were 1-year-old and 3 months old.
Brittany can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

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Gregory M.


Melrose, MA

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Fun Sitter Like To Create Memories

I grew up in a single parent home and had a babysitter for most of my childhood. I really look up to the woman that helped me through high school. I think of her as a second mother. I want to create a bond like that with your kid(s). I am an athletic person who likes to be outdoors and have fun. I worked as a lifeguard one...
Gregory can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Amanda F.


Melrose, MA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hi!!

Hi! I have a lot of experience between babysitting, after school programs and working as a para in the school system. I have my own car, safe driving record, references and I'm very dependable and communicative! :)
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

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Ariana S.


Melrose, MA

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

Working with kids has been a passion of mine since starting in high school. Building relationships with the children and families and seeing how children progress is something that I really enjoy. Knowing I was able to have a positive impact on their development is also another reason why I'm passionate about working with...
Ariana can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Morgan G.


Melrose, MA

$40-50/hr10 yrs exp

MoMo The Nanny

Hi, I'm Morgan! I have been a full time professional nanny for 12+ years. I currently work full time in Cambridge and live in Melrose/Malden area. I'm available for evening childcare, date night babysitting, fill in care and providing overnight care. I have experience with children from infancy to teens. I have a passion for...
Morgan can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Erin P.


Melrose, MA

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Caring Animal Lover

I have experience caring for children as young as infants. I have cared for children not only in my own extended family but neighbors, others and pets. In terms of pets, I have had many animals in my own family, as well as cared for pets outside of my family, including giving medicines, etc. I am a very big animal lover, and I...
Erin can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I'm Adriana. I am 38, from Brazil and I have master degree in geography and architecture. I'm actually working with nanny Monday-Thursday. I am full vaccinated, I've drivers license and a reliable car. I've CPR and First Aid. Everyone knows me as Gigi. I hope I can help a good family that needs.
Adriana can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Dana M.


Melrose, MA

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

I'm passionate about supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option. With three years of experience caring for children, I've developed a creative and imaginative approach to play that nurtures their curiosity and development. My friendly and approachable demeanor puts kids at ease and allows me to communicate...
Dana can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Erin R.


Melrose, MA

$24-25/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny

Hello! My name is Erin . I am a a 25-year-old female living in Melrose, Massachusetts. I graduated from the University of New Hampshire with a degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders in the Spring of 2021. Since graduation, I became a licensed Audiology Assistant & have been working at an ENT, private practice. At this...
Erin can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Valentina R.


Melrose, MA

$22-50/hr2 yrs exp

I am Valentina an active, patient, and dedicated caregiver with 2 years of experience caring for children and walking pets in Boston. Originally from Colombia, I bring warmth, positivity, and a love for helping others to every family I work with. As a bilingual caregiver, I am committed to providing reliable, compassionate...
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Lisa M.


Melrose, MA

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Experienced With Children And Elderly People

I am have lived in Melrose most of my life. I live here now with my husband and college age daughter. After college I worked for 10 years as a pediatric nurse in Boston and for the last 20 years I have taught Irish dancing to children age 4 up to college. I am responsible , reliable and hard working . I love spending time with...
Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
As a natural caregiver with over six years of experience, my passion lies in fostering the growth and development of children. I believe in creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn, play, and grow to their fullest potential. My patient and calm nature allows me to handle any situation with ease, and my...
Sukhman can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kelly J.


Melrose, MA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time And Potentially Full-Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi everyone! My name is Kelly and I am a second year teacher. I currently work with students in grades 3-8 as a special educator. I have years of work under my belt with preschool through second grade students as well. I feel very passionately about working with kids who require special education services however, I feel as...
Kelly can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Melrose, MA

Madeleine Z.

5.0

Maddie is the absolute best! She started watching our son at 4 months and has been nothing but wonderful. As a new Mom I was nervous about leaving him so young, but she has made me feel so comfortable and takes such good care of him. I would highly recommend her to anyone!!

- Macy F.

Nevina S.

5.0

Nevina is the absolute best! She so good with children and she made me feel so comfortable right away. My kids can’t wait to hang out with her again.

- Care member

Alice A.

5.0

Alice is amazing. My son is always happy and chatty after being dropped off from school. He loves her, as does my daughter. I am so grateful for her help and support.

- Joseph S.

Brenda B.

5.0

Brenda is an amazing worker, a family member hired her and they loved her, she is so caring, patient, calm, love to play with the kids. The children loved her and is always asking their parents to call her.

- Kevillin P.

Fiona S.

5.0

Fiona spent a summer caring for my 2.5 year old daughter almost full time and continued to care for her 1-2 days a week for the school year. My daughter absolutely loves her. She always kept my daughter so happy with different types of imaginative play. She took her to the park almost every day,...

- Care member

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Babysitters in Melrose, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.