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60 babysitters are listed in Reading, MA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Reading, MA
I am a mother of three young children who has a Masters degree in Education and 13 years of teaching experience. I am looking to watch a child in my home and have him or her enjoy the park, swimming, the library, zoo etc... I am CPR and First Aid certified as well as a Water Safety Instructor.
Michele can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi there! I'm a veteran educator looking to provide care for your loved ones while you enjoy a date night , attend a special event or while you get your Christmas shopping done!
I'm experienced, creative and happy to help. Available nights and weekends.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi all!! I have over 6 years of experience babysitting and nannying, and have loved every experience I've had! I love getting kids involved in doing activities outdoors, as well as doing fun crafts inside when the weather isn't the best. I have babysat siblings as well as kids from different families, aged 5 months to 13 years,...
Jenna can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Nicole S, and I am a senior at University with a major in Health Sciences. I am currently working at Partners in Rehab physical therapy for the summer and am looking for one- time jobs preferably in the afternoons/ evenings. I enjoy participating in all types of sports and I also enjoy helping children with...
Nicole can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
5.0
"Nicole helped care for my 4 month old daughter 5 days a week. She was a joy to have around. She is very responsible and trustworthy. My daughter loved their time together and was always happy to see Nicole every morning. She was great with our dog. We are going to...
Daphney P.
5.0
(2)
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Alexandra. I am 25 years old. I have a little over 5 years of nannying/childcare experience, as well as transporting children to and from school! I have experience with both newborns and toddlers. Being part of a child's development is something I hold very seriously, and close to my heart. I pride myself on my...
Alexandra can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alex is wonderful with my 18 mo daughter. She is very patient and kind. She sings, reads and engages my daughter. She is flexible and always punctual. We are lucky to have Alex."
Michelle B.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
First, let me thank you for considering me. I have had the pleasure of working with & caring for children since I started employment as a teenager. I spent my summers as a nanny/babysitter. I still maintain a relationship with the families and children even though they are grown. I went to school and obtained credentials in...
Rachelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
5.0
"Works extremely well with kids has been caring for children for over 20 years. Also was caretaker for adult family members. She is hardworking, and dependable."
Amy D.
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
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!
I'm Ana ,
Certificate as a Medical assistant and First Aid and CPR with over five years of experience , also over 5 years nannying/babysitting children from the ages of two weeks to 12 years old, including kids with special needs . I cared for a child for many years and had many positive outcomes and learned many...
Ana can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Ana worked for us for about a year and I cannot say enough great things about her . She was so awesome with my two boys, she will take them for walk, playground she will spend time reading stories to them . She is incredibly on time very honest! We have so enjoyed...
Mary V.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Daniela. I have 6 years of childcare experience. I've had the opportunity to work full time with kids between 10 months and 6y/o. I am also a dancer and I have taught ballet for kids. Mostly for kids between 3 y/o - 11 y/o. I am currently looking for a position in the PM during the week days and I have full...
Daniela can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Daniela was prompt, followed directions and the kids loved her. Would definitely recommend."
Celia B.
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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
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.
5.0
(3)
I am currently entering my second year at the University. I've had experience caring for young children ranging from newborn babies to middle school children. I'm experienced with feeding, changing diapers, giving baths, and reading to children. I am also licensed so I can also offer transportation services. I always make sure...
Marivic can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Marivic is a hard working individual. I definitely recommend her for this job, she's great with kids and has a amazing personality. Her work ethic is amazing."
Tre W.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Jamya. I've work with Family and Children Services , in the teen scene mentor group. I mentored young children from Monday-Thursday, which has given me tons of experience dealing with kids from all backgrounds. Currently, I am a toddler teacher at a daycare in Marblehead, Massachusetts. I'm looking to switch to a long...
Jamya can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Jamya watched our 15 month old son during the work days while our babysitter was out for three weeks. Our son loves Mya, and she was able to get him down for his naps better than anyone in the house! We have a very wakeful baby (and we never sleep trained) so this...
Krista S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Wendy. I am 37 years old, I am from Billerica and mom of two sweetie kids girl and boy and I have been babysitting/nannying since I was a teenager, I have been a nanny to 3+ wonderful families before, I have experience with infants and kids of all ages, I'm very comfortable helping with: lighthouse keeping,...
Wendy can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Wendy helped us take care of our son part time and was very punctual. She made our lives easier. She cleaned the house, prepped snack/lunch, entertained my son, helped with laundry and did dishes etc when she was here. We will hire her again when needed. "
Bartholomew N.
4.3
(3)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I live in Medford and have been working as a nanny for 15 years. I started as an Au pair taking care of 2 girls (3 and 7 years old) for a year. Afterward, I worked for a family with 6 kids, taking care of 2 of them (7 and 8 years old) and helping the other nanny with triplets babies (14 months old). I have also worked with...
Claudia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Claudia is wonderful, flexible, dependable and caring. Highly recommend!!!
I have a varying schedule week to week and she is willing and able to adapt. My son and dog adore her.
She helps me every morning getting my son off to school and we can't wait for her to...
Michelle H.
Claire L.
Lexington, MA
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Claire and I am a recent graduate of Connecticut College, in which I earned my BA in Biology and Dance, with a pre-med focus; I am also a Certified Nurse Aide and plan to apply to PA school this year. In high school I began working with kids through my job as an assistant/substitute dance teacher, and I worked...
Claire can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Claire has been a very dependable baby sitter for us this summer. She did fun activities with my 7 year old and kept him active and engaged. He adores her and would wait every morning for her. We can't wait to see her again soon!"
Surbhi S.
5.0
(2)
Hello Families.
My name is Zareth. I have been working as nanny for 8 years.
About my experience: I have worked with kids from 3 months old to 10-year-old. Most of the families I have worked for have 3 kids and dogs. Some of the kids, especially at a younger age needed more close physical attention, some of them were more...
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"We appreciated and enjoyed the opportunity to get to know Zareth. She has extensive experience as an Au Pair, live out nanny, child care in general and keeping the children safe and happy. I am certain the next family she works with will agree. We look forward to...
Monica N.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a devoted and reliable Nanny with more than 10 years of Childcare experience from newborn to 12 years. High skilled in infant care.
I also was an Au pair (live-in nanny by a childcare agency) in 2012 taking care of 4 kids. I have certificate training in infant and child health and safety; Child development-age and stages;...
Rafaella can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rafaella is dependable, fun and friendly. She does babysitting and also loves cooking. She's caring with the kids and trustworthy. She's a gem!"
Jaqueline B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Heidi, I am 36 years old. I have a 14-year-old son and I'm currently working as an assistant manager for the public schools. I have been babysitting for families from care.com for over 10 years. I am available for date night babysitting. My responsibilities have been taking the children to the park, sports,...
Heidi can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Heidi takes care of my 3 month old daughter several times a week. My baby is colicky and cries for hours at a time. Heidi has a lot of patience and is able to soothe and comfort her. She bathes her, feeds her, changes her, and takes care of her as well as I do. She...
Ynelissa R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I love working with kids. Here is a list of my experience with children:
Assisted in a preschool setting with young children (2012-2013). Assisted in a First Grade Special Ed classroom and taught the children basic sign language (2014-2015). Observed speech therapy sessions (2013-2014). Babysat girls aged five(2012) and...
Ginger can also help with: Swimming supervision
5.0
"Ginger was fantastic with our 11 month old. We had the fortune to have her care for him for four days. She was punctual, quickly picked up and followed his daily schedule, put together a stimulating day for him during free time with walks and stories and play. Most...
Mina C.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Reading, MA
Nicole S.
5.0
Nicole helped care for my 4 month old daughter 5 days a week. She was a joy to have around. She is very responsible and trustworthy. My daughter loved their time together and was always happy to see Nicole every morning. She was great with our dog. We are going to miss Nicole very much. She will be...
- Daphney P.
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.
Alexandra L.
5.0
Alex is wonderful with my 18 mo daughter. She is very patient and kind. She sings, reads and engages my daughter. She is flexible and always punctual. We are lucky to have Alex.
- Michelle B.
Rachelle W.
5.0
Rachelle is amazing. She is extremely patient, kind, and thoughtful. She started watching our kids when our daughter was 4 months old and our son was 4 years old. She drove our son to-and-from preschool while also caring for our then infant. Our kids adore her. Our son is on the autism spectrum,...
- Lisa W.
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.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Reading, MA:
How can I find a Reading babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Reading, 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 22 babysitters in Reading, 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 Reading, MA?
The average rate for Reading, MA babysitters on Care.com is $21.73 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 Reading, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Reading, 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 Reading, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Reading, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.