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60 babysitters are listed in Newton Center, MA
The average posted rate is $26/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Newton Center, MA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a college graduate with a Bachelors in International Affairs and public health and a current accelerated bachelors of nursing student with lots of childcare experience. I am the eldest of 5 kids and have been babysitting since I was 16 (now 24)! I am also a patient care technician (PCT/CNA) in an intensive care unit in...
Lilyana can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Lily watched our children for a number of weeks and was absolutely fantastic. She can handle 4 or more kids with wide age range with confidence and is very attentive to their needs and safety. We would hire her again in a heart beat!"
Vera 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.
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, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Caroline was on time and very flexible. my kids had fun and she put them to bed at the time she was asked."
Jon D.
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
(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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Abby is a dream nanny. Not only is she the most dependable nanny we're hired, but she also has an exceptional way with children and is a role model to many. There are few I'd trust to care for my children and Abby is certainly one of those people."
Michelle F.
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, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Julia. I have worked as a nanny to toddlers and young children for 2 years. I am currently enrolled in college for early childhood education and biological anthropology, and I am CPR/First Aid certified.
My approach to guiding children is letting them lead activities, by allowing them to investigate their space and...
Julia can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was so great with my 4 yr old. I will definitely use her again. "
Melissa S.
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Oksana worked with our family for 4 years. She took care of my son, and was amazing at it. I knew I can trust her for pickup, dinner, bath and bedtime.
She is a reliable, positive, warm and caring person and I recommend her warmly!"
Naama 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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Judith is a very professional person, she is flexible, and always on time. She is a team playing."
Jean T.
Britton H.
Charlestown, MA
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a recent college graduate with a degree in English. I have 4 younger siblings, ages 13, 11, 7, and a baby brother born in February 2019. I have experience babysitting kids as young as newborns. I'm originally from Albuquerque and am way familiar with the city. I'm super comfortable going to places like the zoo but can...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Britton is wonderful!!! She is incredibly thoughtful, kind and bright. She is very easy/comfortable to spend time with, and integrated with our family with ease. We have been nothing but impressed with her natural ability to understand and work with our son, and...
Minnie J.
5.0
(2)
Hello! I'm Sura, a board-certified occupational therapist, who has a passion for working with kids. I have worked in both childcare and education for 4 years now. I was an after-school teacher and inclusion facilitator working 1:1 with children on the autism spectrum for the City of Cambridge. I have completed 3 full-time...
Sura can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sura has been babysitting for us for a while, and she is nothing but a joy! She's always on time, got along super well with my kid and the family and she's extremely kind. I've known her from when she worked at my child's school therefore she's responsible,...
Shahir A.
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sasha is caring, gentle, and was absolutely wonderful with our baby. Sadly, our family moved states so we had to say goodbye."
Amanda J.
Ingrid R.
Everett, MA
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I have experience being a teacher for 20 years. In my country, Dominican Republic, I taught all age levels & worked with kids of all ages. In Massachusetts I am a certified preschool teacher. I worked as a teacher assistant and paraprofessional where I worked with kids of different needs & different disabilities. I've also...
Ingrid can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ingrid is extremely responsible and genuinely cares for all children, as well as having a lot of experience with children of all ages. Your kids would be well cared for with Ingrid. I recommend her to all!!!!! "
Jennifer G.
5.0
(1)
During December of 2016, I volunteered to help out nursery school class at Mount Saint Mary Academy. Duties included helping the children with various projects/activities, aided Ms. D with dressing the children in snow gear for recess, and supervised the class during lunchtime and whenever Ms. D needed to leave the room for a...
Abigail can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"We love Abby! I have been working with Abby for several months now. She worked as a reading tutor and babysitter for my 6 year old. My 6 year old's reading needed a lot of work so she tutored my daughter and as a result, my daughter's reading skills vastly...
Nicole L.
Nadya B.
Boston, MA
$27/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am currently a masters student with part time availability. In undergrad, I was apart of the women's soccer team which has contributed to my skill in time management and social skills. My experience and background provides my credibility as a babysitter. I am also fully comfortable in providing references.
Growing up, my...
Nadya can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling
5.0
"Our Daughter (3) loved playing with Nadya for the few months we worked together. Nadya is responsible, professional, timely and an overall joy to have around the house. Absolutely would hire again and recommend her to all families that need help!"
Lucas W.
Sarah R.
Roslindale, MA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have completed all the coursework for my degree in Child and Family Studies ; from preschool curriculum, to child development, to the sociology of families. I have 12 years of home experience caring for children. I have cared for dozens of families of different sizes and needs. Over the years I have volunteered at Camp...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sarah is great! She's been babysitting for us for 6 years and we now have 3 children! We highly recommend her! "
Lauren K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience in child care. I can help with Travel and Laundry. I am a student at Simmons University in Boston Mass, I am studying biochem with a minor in business. I graduated from St. Georges's class of 2021. Go gryphons!!
Alaecia can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Showed up on time and sent me timely updates. Would hire again :)"
Rose B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
With over 15 years of experience in child care, including 8 years in a classroom setting, I am a dedicated and passionate caregiver committed to fostering the growth and development of children. My most recent role as a Lead Infant Teacher in the South End in Boston has equipped me with extensive experience working with infants,...
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Amazing person connects with the kids very well and kids love her. Teaches the kids games and reading and songs. More than punctual always arrives an hour or earlier before time required. Very kind and polite. Caring loving ,very patient .would highly recommend. "
Hellen K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a first-year Physician Assistant student with extensive babysitting and EMT experience. Originally from Chicago, I came to Boston for graduate school. Prior to that, I went to Iowa State University where I received a Bachelors of Science in Genetics. After graduating, I worked in an Emergency Department where I cared for...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Emily was a phenomenal, energetic, kind and imaginative babysitter for my silly 8yo boy. She also helped around the house, with the laundry, organizing his room, getting him to reach and be interested in all kinds of topics from whales to electric circuits and...
Olga S.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Newton Center, MA
Lilyana I.
5.0
Lily watched our children for a number of weeks and was absolutely fantastic. She can handle 4 or more kids with wide age range with confidence and is very attentive to their needs and safety. We would hire her again in a heart beat!
- Vera A.
Ericka M.
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.
Caroline S.
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.
Elizabeth H.
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 with her. She was attentive to our...
- Amanda S.
Abby D.
5.0
Abby is a dream nanny. Not only is she the most dependable nanny we're hired, but she also has an exceptional way with children and is a role model to many. There are few I'd trust to care for my children and Abby is certainly one of those people.
- Michelle F.
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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 15 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 $26.14 per hour as of March 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.