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Find babysitters in New Bedford, MA that you’ll love
60 babysitters are listed in New Bedford, MA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in New Bedford, MA
Hi! My name is Katelyn, I'm 26 and I've been working in child care for about 9 years. I'm graduating soon from Worcester State University with my bachelor's in Early Childhood Education and Care, along with Sociology. I've worked as both a lead and assistant teacher in preschool centers, and I currently teach health to...
Katelyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! I am Gabrielle, I am 29, I'm in New Bedford, MA. I recently left my job as a marketing supervisor. I came back after maternity leave with my 7-month-old son and realized this was no longer what I wanted. Childcare has always been my passion.
In and after high school I was a nanny for a family with 3 children. During...
Gabrielle can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Delilah B.
New Bedford, MA
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
I am currently a stay at home mother, I have 3 daughters 12, 7 and 2-year-old. I've work in a daycare before as an assistant teacher and I really enjoy it. Being able to help children learn and grow even if it was with the smallest things I really loved it. I know how hectic life can get and how tough it is to find an...
Delilah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi, I'm Ashley. I have 1 daughter, she is 11. I have cared for other children as young as a few weeks old to teenagers. I work in the animal field, but my second passion is children. While I was in college for Applied Animal Science, I used my electives to take early childhood education classes.
Ashley can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Shelby B.
New Bedford, MA
$17-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Shelby and am a very fun-loving and caring teacher with lots of experience with kids. I am the youngest of my family and grew up learning, watching, and taking care of my 14 nieces and nephews. I've worked in many different childcare settings; from daycares to after-school programs, and my current job as a...
Shelby can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Brittany B.
New Bedford, MA
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm an experienced childcare provider with a passion for making a positive impact on children's lives. My five years of experience have equipped me with the skills to create a nurturing and educational environment for kids of all ages. I enjoy playing a variety of games with children, including board games and puzzles,...
My name is Samantha and I am 19 years of age. I graduated last May from the Early Education and Care program.
I enjoy working with children because of how uniquely they see things and how often they make me think. Their curious minds always encourage me to question things. With the topics covered at school and learning the...
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Kyra O.
New Bedford, MA
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I've had experience with children of various age groups, including toddlers, preschoolers, and teens. I'm a recent graduate of Bridgewater State, with a degree in psychology, providing me with a strong foundation in child development. I'm CPR and First Aid certified, as well as trained in Crisis Intervention (CPI).
I've worked...
I have been a family provider for several years. I have experience with children and adults with disabilities as well. My availability is anytime right now because I am not working right now. I love working with families and their children. I have 4 children of my own ranging from 4 years old up to 26 one with medical issues...
Lori can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
The ages I have watched are 6 months old to 13. I have many references and willing to have background check at request of the hiring person. I love children and also am available as tutor or homework help. I look forward to working with you.
Alysha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Currently a college student, I come from a big family (some may say huge) so this has definitely been part of my 3-6 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. Love keeping children entertained in a fun and educational way. My goal is to keep the house maintained and children safe just like if you were...
Jaiden can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Leticia F.
New Bedford, MA
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been working as a direct care/PCA for a little over 10 years. I have experience working with elderly as well as young individuals with multiple diagnosis in a wide range of ages. I currently hold CPR, First Aid/AED, Fire Safety, and Medication Administration Certifications. I am a non-smoker, I have a valid drivers...
I am a Social Worker/therapist for a local mental health clinic. I am currently working on my MSW. I was Supervisor of Child and Family prior to that. I am a mother and a recent grandmother. I am looking for something part time, as a means to stay connected to my passion of working with children.
Debra can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Rachael S.
Fairhaven, MA
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have previously volunteered at a camp, taking care of preschoolers and fourth graders. I enjoy being with kids and having an impact on their life as they grow up. I love seeing them happy and taking them places to do things and have fun.
Rachael can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rachael is a very dependable and caring person. She is very prompt and flexible with schedules. She loves children and is very active with them, whether it is taking them outside to play games or doing arts and crafts."
Jessica S.
5.0
(6)
Hello my name it's Madison I would like to share a little about myself. I grew up in South Dartmouth (MA) with my brother, sister, and two loving parents. From a young age, I have always possessed a nurturing and caring nature. Skills I am known for would be my patience, I'm very caring, multitasker, understanding, and full of...
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Madison is an absolute joy to be around. She shows genuine interest, kindness and love with the children and families she works with. I trust her completely with my family, pets and my home. She is always on time, an excellent communicator, and she will be a...
Jill B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an easy going person, energetic and fun to be around which means = I can keep up with the kids' energy!
I'm also very responsible with my work and so with my driving (strong driver).
The thing that I like the most about childcare is to learn with the kids. They can teach us a lot about forgiveness and how to look things in...
Nadylla can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nadylla is great with kids and infants, she a sweet and caring person, she is also very responsible and mature when it comes to her job."
Catalina R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Hannah I'm 22 years old and have been nannying for over 7 years now. I have cared for so many families long term/ short term and still in contact and close with most of them! I have cared for many kids at a time and all ages, infants to teen. I love to be working and keeping busy. I'm looking for job opportunities...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hannah has watched my 4-year-old twins once a week for about 5 months. They always have a blast with her and can't wait for her to come back. She is calm, kind, and fun. She is reliable and always a few minutes early. We very much enjoyed working with Hannah and...
Allison B.
Diane G.
East Freetown, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional Early Childhood Educator/Parent Consultant
5.0
(4)
Diane M. Ed. Certified Parent Instructor/Coach 30+ years of Early Childhood Education-passionate in helping children and families. Hold proof of extensive Massachusetts background check and outstanding letters of references. Life experiences include four grown children, and three beautiful grandchildren!
Diane can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"There are not enough kind words I could say about Diane. Diane was an ABSOLUTE blessing to our family while she was with us. Not only is she educated in child development, she was extraordinarily kind, caring and compassionate. My children took to her immediately...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have raised three exceptionally bright, creative, generous and kind children who are happy, thriving and living around the world: Greece, Netherland, NYC. I have an innate desire to nurture and care for other young people. I guess some of us never lose that sense of joy and pure delight at seeing children grow and blossom,...
Barbara can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Barbara has taken care of my son every other Friday for about nine months. My work schedule changed and I no longer need the extra help, but any family would be so lucky to have her. She always did so many fun activities with my son like reading, creative play,...
Sarah W.
Julia R.
Westport, MA
$15-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
My name is Julia and I am a junior at Assumption University majoring in Marketing with a digital marketing concentration and psychology minor. I have had 4 years of babysitting experience with children of all ages ranging from 5 weeks to 11 years old. I have always loved working with kids and have a passion for it.
Skills:
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in New Bedford, MA
Rachael S.
5.0
Rachael is a very dependable and caring person. She is very prompt and flexible with schedules. She loves children and is very active with them, whether it is taking them outside to play games or doing arts and crafts.
- Jessica S.
Madison C.
5.0
Madison is an absolute joy to be around. She shows genuine interest, kindness and love with the children and families she works with. I trust her completely with my family, pets and my home. She is always on time, an excellent communicator, and she will be a huge help when you have a busy mom...
- Jill B.
Nadylla F.
5.0
We can't say enough about Nady. She's a wonderful babysitter. Our son is typically very shy and nervous around anyone that is not his parents, however, he is very comfortable and enjoys spending time with Nady. She takes him on walks and spends quality time with him for the entire sitting session...
- Chris N.
Hannah D.
5.0
Hannah has watched my 4-year-old twins once a week for about 5 months. They always have a blast with her and can't wait for her to come back. She is calm, kind, and fun. She is reliable and always a few minutes early. We very much enjoyed working with Hannah and will again if our schedules work out...
- Allison B.
Diane G.
5.0
The best. Everything Diane recommended helped my daughter. 10/10
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in New Bedford, MA:
How can I find a New Bedford babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in New Bedford, 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 53 babysitters in New Bedford, MA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.9. 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 New Bedford, MA?
The average rate for New Bedford, MA babysitters on Care.com is $19.92 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 New Bedford, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in New Bedford, 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 New Bedford, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Babysitters in New Bedford, MA are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 30 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.