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60 babysitters are listed in Newton, MA
The average rate is $21/hr as of November 2024
The average years of experience for babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Newton, MA
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Chelsey. I've been caring for children for over 10 years, and I welcomed my own little one August of 2016! I have experience with all ages.
I would love to find a new family for long term care, part time care or even just a date night.
If you are at all interested, please contact me at your earliest...
Chelsey can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Chelsey did some short-term babysitting for us and was fantastic the entire time. She was professional, courteous, and clearly enjoyed playing with our 18-month-old son. Her comfort level working with children is very evident and our son had a ton of fun with her....
Tim J.
Sydney G.
Cambridge, MA
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am Sydney, a recent graduate from the University of Kentucky with a Bachelors in Dietetics. I am looking for a full time nannying job in the Boston area. I have been babysitting for approximately 6 years, have a safe driving record, am CPR certified, and am adventurous and encouraging. I am comfortable with any age- from...
Sydney can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sydney was with my family, watching my two young children (toddler and infant) regularly for almost 2 years. She’s incredibly reliable, caring, fun, responsible, attentive, and truly one of the kindest people we know. Our family was sad to lose her, but we know...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 plus years experience as a babysitter, during which I was also working as an after school and summer counselor for the Dorchester YMCA, for children starting from infant age up to the 6th grade. I helped raise my brother while home from college, and children of my mothers friends when ever school is on break for them....
Alani can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Alani babysat for us once thus far and was very sweet with our kids. She followed all the things I asked of her and arrived early. She communicated while we were gone. I would hire her again.
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Alison M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Elizabeth, I am 25 and I graduated from Lasell University with a degree in Psychology. During my time there, I also pursued and completed double minors in Childhood and Adolescent Studies, as well as Human Resources.
I have several years of experience in various childcare roles, including babysitting, early childhood...
Elizabeth can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Liz has been great with my kids from diapers to pre-teen! Never had an issue and my children really enjoy spending time with her. Very trustworthy as well. You will not be disappointed. "
Janna Z.
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
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.
5.0
(2)
Hi everyone!! I'm Sara, I'm a neurophysiologist in the Boston area! I would love to offer an extra set of hands to you and your family when you need it! I do work full time but I have days off and I'd love to help out, whether you need me to pick up/drop off, help with homework, or you need a night out! I have experience with...
Sara can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sara has regularly babysat our 2 boys for the past 3 years. She is always full of energy, and our children always enjoy spending time with her. Sara has always been punctual, responsible and interactive. Highly Recommend!"
Brian F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
A babysitter that has cared for kids ages 3-18 for over 11 years. I have ample experience working with children at different stages of development and/or from a wide variety of cultures.
Marla can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We initially hired Marla to help with our child with autism and adhd. He can be pretty challenging to provide care for, and we had been through a number of child care providers in an attempt to find a positive solution. Marla provided that! She came with kindness,...
Lia T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Friendly and energetic college grad working in sales looking for part time babysitting! Available nights, & weekends Offering 10 years babysitting experience from infants to middle school. Skilled in maintaining routines and following commitments. Punctual and prompt with the flexibility to provide quality childcare to busy...
Gabrielle can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gabrielle is very responsible, reliable and is great with children. She has been caring for children for over 7 years. She has helped me with my three children (young twins) and is able to multi-task and stick to a routine. She is very organized and a self-starter....
Daniele R.
Elizabeth H.
Cambridge, MA
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Elizabeth! I'm 26 years old and I've been a nanny for 7 years. Here is a little bit of my history. I worked as a part time morning nanny in Griffith for three years, part time afternoon nanny in Schererville for three years and I just completed my third year with an amazing family. Currently I am home (Highland)...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Elizabeth is super dependable, communicative, and sweet. She works very well with us the parents and also has developed a close relationship with our children and their grandmother. She is very flexible with us and we are with her. You will be very pleasantly...
Demetra G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
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.
Karla G.
East Boston, MA
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi, My Name Is Karla, I Am 27 Years Old And I Am Currently Studying English.
5.0
(3)
I have a lot of experience caring for children! Baby-sitting and being a nanny is practically the only job I've had since arrive in this country . I am used to watching multiple children and am comfortable with any and all age groups of children. I love children and really feel like I connect well with them. I am very nurturing...
Karla can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Karla is the type of person that enjoys being around children. This makes her a valuable asset in the childcare world. Throughout her time with our center, she demonstrated great skills handling all 4 of our classes (infants -12 year olds). Our entire team at...
Luis D.
Medha M.
Medford, MA
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am looking forward to potentially care for your children. I am a rising senior in college seeking temporary work during the Summer. I have cared for infants, toddlers, and have some school-age experience; and I completed the American Red Cross Babysitter's Training Course and have basic CPR and first-aid training.
I find it...
Medha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Medha was great with our children, ages 1 and 3. She babysat them several mornings a week for about 6 months. They were always excited to see her and a little disappointed when it was time for her to go home. In addition to outdoor time, Medha was great at...
Caroline C.
Hollie J.
Arlington, MA
$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caregiver, Babysitting, Special Needs, Senior Care, Family Care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 27 families in your neighborhood
For many years, I have cared for children, from infants to adolescents. Most recently I have been a nanny for two 1-year-old little boys, a 2-year-old little girl, and I continue to work with children and adolescents in my professional career. For several years, I have worked as a theater teacher and mental health clinician...
Hollie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Hollie was so helpful in caring for our cat. He has just moved here and is confused and upset by the new surroundings. He immediately took to Hollie, who not only provided basic care but also the attention he was craving while we were out of town. She provided...
Becky P.
5.0
(2)
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've always had a passion for working with children, I have over 6 years experience in childcare including working in daycare centers, teaching preschool, and being a full time nanny. I worked as an assistant teacher for over 3 years, earning my CPR and First Aid certifications through them. Working as a floater in daycares made...
Jacirah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jacirah treated my daughter like she was her own. After I picked her up she couldn't stop talking about how much how fun they had together. My daughter even asked if Jacirah could come to Disney with us LOL! Will definitely be needing her services again. My little...
Kiana K.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Gerline. I love working with children. Their inquisitive attitudes and loads of energy make them a joy to be around. I am responsible, dependable, but also fun and energetic. I am originally from Haiti where I grew up.
I studied Early Childhood Education as part of my University Education in Haiti and have an...
Gerline can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Gerline is a treasure. She was a part time nanny for our toddler and newborn for a 9 months before we had to move away and, with much sadness, leave her. She is professional, dependable, loving, generous, and smart. She even helped us teach our kids French. We...
Logan S.
5.0
(9)
Greetings potential employers; as a mom of six myself, I have solid experience in the many facets of caring for the needs of the little ones so precious to us. My experience is consistent with Lots-of-Love and patience while tending to multiple infants/toddlers (both twins and triplets), feedings and food preparation, diaper...
Angela can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is also very patient and loving!"
Michelle B.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Caitlin! I have 10+ years of experience caring for children of all ages. I am very responsible, focused & organized. I love children and have nannied and babysat for several families. I am also a very experienced dog walker and overnight pet sitter with dogs of all types. Lover of dogs & children! I like to laugh, have...
Caitlin can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Caitlin is AMAZING! Never did I think we would find someone who encompasses all the qualities my husband and I look for in a nanny. From having fun with the kids to disciplining the kids Caitlin does it all with ease and most importantly with a loving heart. I...
Darlene M.
Olga M.
Woburn, MA
$33-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Olga and I have been babysitting/nannying for about 12 years. I absolutely love caring for children. I am a patient, trustworthy, responsible and dependable person. I've been caring for children for as long as I can remember. I have experience with children ages 3months to 10 years old. I worked at a daycare for...
Olga can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I have known Olga for over 5 years and she is the most dependable nanny I know. She is able to connects with my kids right away and genuinely loves the company of children. She has a great understanding of child development and is able to provide developmentally...
Selam R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi,
I'm available to babysit/nanny your kids and babies. I'm an experienced, loving, caring, flexible, reliable , responsable and organized babysitter. I have experience in taking care of babies, kids, and Children, from Infants to School age. from taking care of the kids, such as: feeding the kids, changing their diapers, to...
William can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Esther is a wonderfully kind and patient caregiver. She has well looked after our two girls, ages 1 and 4. Our youngest is not easy, she spent most of her life with mama and has intense separation anxiety but, Esther takes it in stride and handles it with grace....
Elizabeth G.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Newton, MA
Chelsey F.
5.0
Chelsey did an amazing job with my 5 months old girl and I'd love to hire her again!
- Yulia T.
Sydney G.
5.0
Sydney was with my family, watching my two young children (toddler and infant) regularly for almost 2 years. She’s incredibly reliable, caring, fun, responsible, attentive, and truly one of the kindest people we know. Our family was sad to lose her, but we know she’ll make another family just as...
- Care member
Alani O.
5.0
Alani babysat for us once thus far and was very sweet with our kids. She followed all the things I asked of her and arrived early. She communicated while we were gone. I would hire her again.
- Alison M.
Elizabeth T.
5.0
Liz has been great with my kids from diapers to pre-teen! Never had an issue and my children really enjoy spending time with her. Very trustworthy as well. You will not be disappointed.
- Janna Z.
Eliza K.
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 caregiver for our 3.5 year old daughter....
- Meagan O.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Newton, MA:
How can I find a Newton babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Newton, 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 23 babysitters in Newton, 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, MA?
The average rate for Newton, MA babysitters on Care.com is $21.22 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 Newton, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Newton, 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.