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60 babysitters are listed in Newton Center, MA
The average posted rate is $26/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Newton Center, MA
5.0
(1)
Hi, My name is Katie and I am 24 years old! I love being around kids. I have my own transportation. I graduated from Bryant University with both my undergrad and graduate degrees and began working as an Accountant in September 2022. and I babysat kids during my high school years and throughout summers in between my college...
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Katie is great! She was such a great addition to our family before we moved to Ohio. She is dependable, flexible and my kids absolutely loved her. I would have taken her with us if we could!"
Sydney G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
nurturing, fun loving, clean, and energetic woman. I would love to help care for your little ones on a part time basis. I stopped flying in 2010 and have been providing both childcare and senior care since that time. Most recently, I provided care for a 14-month-old and prior to that, I was caring for 5-year-old twins - picking...
Faith can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Faith is a very sweet and loving caregiver. She was always on time and did everything I asked while proving loving care for my infant son. She was like family to us!"
Christina R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
***Hello, I am currently only available in the fall of 2022 and beyond for occasional date night sitting. Please feel free to reach out if this applies to you- thanks!
I have had many experiences in various settings with children of all ages. I was a babysitter for one family with their 10-month-old daughter until she was 3...
Danielle can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Danielle is a true blessing. She was kind enough to watch our 1 yr old on NYE so my wife and I could get a night out.
1. Easy to communicate with during initial job posting
2. Showed up early to get to know us and our son before we were scheduled to leave
3....
Steve V.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am a pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist and currently work at a private practice in Hingham, MA. I have experience as both a part time babysitter and full-time nanny for infants to school-aged children.
Madeline can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maddie is a wonderful girl and very knowledgeable babysitter. She cared for our girls the way we do. She brings a lot to the table because of all of her prior experiences. She is very friendly, sweet, playful, cautious, and strict - in a good way! Our girls loved...
Johanna E.
Domenica M.
Waltham, MA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.3
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Domenica, I have been babysitting for almost 5 years now. I love kids and I love to watch them, play, help them out. I am a very responsible person with a good car record. I am also very flexible with time.
Domenica can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Domenica is a very responsible and reliable babysitter. She is caring and fun and did a great job when babysitting my little brother. I would definitely recommend her!"
Valerie Z.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kimia. I am a 26-year-old fourth-year medical student at Tufts. I love working with kids and I am looking for part-time and occasional babysitting jobs to help pay for medical school expenses (mostly evenings and weekends). I currently live in Portland Maine. I have a car that is up to inspection and a valid...
Kimia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We have had Kimia over to watch our toddler on several occasions and she is always dependable and on time. She interacts well with our son, comfortable with eating/bathing etc. Best of all, since we ask her to help sporadically and often last minute, she sends us...
Anupam D.
Francesca D.
Somerville, MA
$17-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I am a 23-year-old theatre teacher and lighting designer living in Somerville, MA. I graduated from Tulane University in May 2021 with my BFA in Theatre Performance and Design. I am a former foster parent so I have thousands of hours of experience with 1-9year olds. I also have experience as a youth gymnastics coach and...
Francesca can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Francesca is a personable, responsible, warm and dependable caregiver. My girls love her energy and creativity. My husband and I love that the girls are always excited when she comes over, which makes going out a smooth transition. Her acting background ensures a...
Stephanie S.
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
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.
Faith D.
Cambridge, MA
$25-36/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have had ample experience working as a caregiver in the Greater Boston Area. I have worked with care. com's backup care service since the summer of 2016 and have subsequently provided care for numerous families during my winter and summer breaks in Boston. I have experience babysitting children ages 8 months to 13...
Faith can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Faith has cared for our 2.5-year-old son for about a week when we were supposed to work but was almost at the last days of covid in January. She was so nice, very punctual, always calm, and always entertaining overall. She has extensive childcare experience and she...
Tugce K.
5.0
(2)
I have been babysitting since I was 10 years old when I started off as a mothers-helper for families in my neighborhood. In addition to working at a small gift shop through high school, I babysat on average one day a week during the school year, and three days a week over the summer. Additionally, my sister, brother and I ran a...
Eliza can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Finding Eliza was one of the best things to happen to our family during the pandemic. She became an important part of our family for the 3+ months our daughter's school was closed. Eliza is mature, responsible, kind, high energy and fun!!! She was an amazing...
Meagan O.
Sally H.
West Newton, MA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional Nurse, Mother of Two Grown Children and Grandmother Seeks Babysitting Position
5.0
(9)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Sally and I adore working with children! As a mother of two grown children, a grandmother and a professional LPN, I have many years of experience working with all types of children. If you'd like to hear more about my professional experience, please feel free to contact me with any further questions. Looking...
Sally can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I have always said that Sally saved me. From her first day working for us, she made a strong connection with our entire family. She is caring, kind and patient and quickly bonded with both my 5-year-old daughter and 10-year-old son. She understood their differing...
Nicky C.
Brenda E.
Everett, MA
$25-55/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Brenda and I absolutely love kids!
A little about me:
I am a Boston College graduate. I am currently taking a CNA course so that I can get my patient care hours for PA school which I intend to apply to in 2024. I am happily married with my high school sweetheart. On my time off I love being outdoors, traveling,...
Brenda can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We love Brenda. She is great with our daughter E. and we would highly recommend her. She is punctual and reliable."
Elise A.
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
(4)
Experienced and loving nanny with approximately 15 years of experience guiding children through daily routines. I am exceptional at initiating activities that align with their developmental levels, while also encouraging them to be curious and active. With a strong background in first aid, emotional development, chore...
Abby can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Abby is thoughtful and smart, down to earth and funny and extremely kind and caring. I trust her completely and feel so fortunate that she came into our lives, first as a nanny to our daughter, and now as a treasured friend. My daughter always looked forward to her...
Sasha C.
Elizabeth H.
Boston, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a Physician Assistant student looking to do some occasional babysitting! I have 10+ years of experience.
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Elizabeth cared for our newborn daughter while we were visiting Providence for a wedding. We spoke with her about a month in advance over a video call. I also spoke with her references who spoke highly of her and I found were consistent with our experience working...
Amanda S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sara and I love working with kids. I am available at short notice and will respond to any queries and questions quickly. I have eight years of childcare experience with children of all ages, from newborns to 15-years-old. I am also CPR and first-aid certified and can provide references upon request. If you have...
Sara can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Caroline S.
Lexington, MA
$27-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am currently a grad student in a Social Work program. I have 8 years of experience babysitting for people in Lexington. I have grown up in Lexington and enjoy working with kids and creating a safe environment for them to explore. I can help with Travel such as pick up and drop off from school and afterschool activities. I...
Caroline can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Caroline is a sweet, caring person who my toddler daughter just loves to see! Caroline will read her plenty of books and keep her occupied and full all day. I book her on the regular! Very glad to have found such a dependable caregiver."
Coco M.
Nantanat B.
Watertown, MA
$28-45/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Natty I live in Watertown
I'm a highly motivated, creative, flexible, and patient babysitter with over 7 years of experience working with children in the US and experience from Thailand for 2 years with children ( Yes !! I'm a teacher:) )I have excellent oral communication skills , English, Thai.
I simply love...
Nantanat can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Natty was the nanny of our one-year-old son for a year. She also took care of our five-year-old daughter when her school was closed during the pandemic. Natty has always been thoughtful, helpful, dependable, and wonderful with the children. I especially...
Hannah C.
Oksana S.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$25-30/hr • 20 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available On Weeknights And Weekdays
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was taking care of three kids for 10 years. I enjoy taking care of kids, playing with them and reading to them.
Oksana can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I don't even know where to start with Oksana! She is by far the best housekeeper/babysitter/pet sitter we have ever worked with. She loved us like family, and we loved her right back! If it hadn't been for a move further from the city, we'd have her here right now...
Kelly K.
Judith B.
Dorchester, MA
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
I'm currently working in an inclusion classroom at Boston Public schools. I have more than 17 years experiences in childhood education and mother of 3 beautiful children.
Judith can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We had Judy care for our son for two summers. Our son is now three and we still keep in touch and she comes to visit. Judy is a caring, knowledgeable and fun caregiver. She provides a caring safe environment that is fun and educational. I could go on and on. I'm...
Jennifer D.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Newton Center, MA
Katie O.
5.0
Katie is great! She was such a great addition to our family before we moved to Ohio. She is dependable, flexible and my kids absolutely loved her. I would have taken her with us if we could!
- Sydney G.
Faith G.
5.0
She is amazing and wonderful children. She watched my two daughters (age 9 and 12) at the time. She was absolutely wonderful with them and was like a part of the family. We now consider her family.
- Terie B.
Danielle R.
5.0
Danielle is a true blessing. She was kind enough to watch our 1 yr old on NYE so my wife and I could get a night out.
1. Easy to communicate with during initial job posting
2. Showed up early to get to know us and our son before we were scheduled to leave
3. Was gentle and loving with our...
- Steve V.
Madeline R.
5.0
Maddie is a wonderful girl and very knowledgeable babysitter. She cared for our girls the way we do. She brings a lot to the table because of all of her prior experiences. She is very friendly, sweet, playful, cautious, and strict - in a good way! Our girls loved her.
- Johanna E.
Domenica M.
5.0
Domenica has cared for my two daughters, 3 and 5. I can highly recommend her! She is caring, creative, and resourceful when things don't go according to plan. Would definitely hire her again!
- Angela H.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Newton Center, MA:
How can I find a Newton Center babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Newton Center, 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 14 babysitters in Newton Center, 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 Newton Center, MA?
The average rate for Newton Center, MA babysitters on Care.com is $26.46 per hour as of February 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 Newton Center, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Newton Center, 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.