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Find babysitters in Roxbury, MA that you’ll love
60 babysitters are listed in Roxbury, MA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Roxbury, MA
5.0
(2)
I love taking care of children. I have 2 children of my own. I've taken care of newborns to 12 years old. I've had experience and I also have volunteered in my children's school as a teacher classroom's helper. I'm responsible, caring and a hardworking woman.
Karlis can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Early Education
5.0
"I was her CPR AND FIRST TRAINER and she was able to complete the training without difficulty."
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I provide tutoring and babysitting services to special needs students, after school and on weekends. I also provide PCA support to adults with spinal chord injury or have cerebral palsy. I also have a 26-year-old son - a US Navy veteran - who is currently away in college. I'm caring, patient and diligent.
Denzil can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Denzil is amazing. The only regret we ever had with Denzil is that we met him just a few months before our severely autistic son moved to a residential school in Framingham. Denzil was extremely competent and professional, but he also cared for us and our child....
Jeff H.
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:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love spending time with children and find the experience to be rewarding. I have worked with kids from all ages and personalities.
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My 2yr old had the best time with Mary. She was very punctual, communicative and took excellent care of my daughter. Highly recommend her. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am the oldest in my family of 2 other small ones. Being the oldest is fun but that means it carries big responsibilities to be fulfilled. It is fun being the oldest because you get to teach games to the kids that you once was taught and played when you was younger to keep them out of that technology. I am also a college...
Danielis can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We hired Danielis to sit for our 1yo for half the day on a workday when daycare was closed. She did great!"
Marylauran H.
Hello, my name is Joy! I love children and I hope to one day work with children as a child psychologist. I recently graduated from the College of Charleston with a bachelors of science degree in psychology.
I have many years of experience and some of my experience includes working in France as a live-in au-pair. In this...
Joy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Dayanara P.
Roxbury, MA
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Dayanara and I am 19 years old, despite my age I have lots of experience working with younger children. I have two younger siblings (13 & 4) who I basically raised since mom was always at work. Aside from babysitting my own siblings I also help out with the kids in the neighborhood, l also do lots of youth work...
Callie W.
Roxbury, MA
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm a patient, caring, and enthusiastic young professional looking for weekend/night time opportunities - open to as needed babysitting or regular scheduling. I graduated from Tufts University in 2022 and currently work in Boston full time. I have over 8 years of experience caring for children ages 3 months to 15...
Callie can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
College student/ business major
Working part time(flexible schedule)
Love kids grew up around babies, toddlers, and teenagers. My mother gave birth to 6 kids and me being the oldest. I've seen all the stages of a child growing up that I can say I understand them. Kids needs love and attention, they like to feel safe and...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
I am 52 years old and I've been babysitting ever since I came to America and also was babysitting in my country! I speak mostly Spanish and understand English!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have cared for children between the ages of 5 and 12 years old. The tasks I have been given include driving to and from extracurricular activities, homework help, meal preparation, outside play (including pool time), and putting the children to bed. Additionally, I have been a dog walker. I hold a BA in Biology and a minor...
Victoria can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Betty C.
Roxbury, MA
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Betty. I am 45 yr old , leave in jp! I am fluent in Spanish as well as English. Originally from the Dominican Republic! Lived in Boston since 1998!! I do not have a vehicle, but very comfortable with public transportation, CPR/First Aid Certified; I am very patient, energetic ! Outgoing and a non-stop multitasker!! Of...
Betty can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Zanya H.
Roxbury, MA
$25-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
I worked with preschool-aged children in Newton for 2 years. I learned alongside speech pathologists and behavioral specialists. I assisted in social pragmatics classes for children that found interactions with children their age difficult to navigate. I soon after became a classroom teacher and have worked with students between...
Skills:
Early Education
Melanie G.
Roxbury, MA
$28-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced And Caring Nanny Seeking Full-Time Or Live-In Position
Hi families, I am Melanie, 27 years old, I am originally from Ecuador but I grew up in Spain.
I started being a nanny at the age of 16.
I was an au pair for two years with two wonderful families, in the us.
With the first host family I took care of two girls: 6 months and 2 years old
With the second host family I took care of...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Katherine D.
Roxbury, MA
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a blilingual public school teacher with 5 years of education experience and 15 years working with children. I have experience tutoring in Spanish and providing instruction in Phonics, Reading, Math and Social Studies for grades K-6. I would look forward to working with your child either in your home or in the community.
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
I am 26 years old and have had about 11 years of experience working with children. I have my bachelors in elementary education and my masters in special education. I have been teaching for four years and workin Boston Public Schools as a teacher. I have worked at three child care centers with children of ages varying between six...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Olyvia P.
Roxbury, MA
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
HI! My names Olyvia and I love kids! Im super energetic, I love having fun and making kids smile and laugh. I work at a day care some days of the week as well as a counselor at a camp during the summer. I also have experience from watching my niece (3) and nephew (7). The Day Care has given me the experience to be a confident...
Olyvia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Suyapa F.
Roxbury, MA
$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Im a happy mother of 3 and a grandmother of 8. I worked as a housekeeper for 15 years and have experience raising multiple children. I have a flexible schedule and have no problem working with many kids at once. Unfortunately I cannot work weekends but am disposable during the rest of the week.
Suyapa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Paige K.
Roxbury, MA
$23-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am loving caring and soft ; my whole life I wanted to work with children. Working with children bring me so much joy. I am currently in school for early childhood education. In the near future I want to become a 1st grade teacher. I have been working children of all ages since I was 14 years old. I'm looking for a long term...
I love working with kids because I've always had an adoration for children even since I was one.
One thing you should know about me is I'm an older sibling to two 11 and 9-year-old little girls. I've been involved in their lives as a caregiver since before they were born, attending doctors appointments with my mother and being...
Jordyn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Roxbury, MA
Karlis F.
5.0
I was her CPR AND FIRST TRAINER and she was able to complete the training without difficulty.
- Care member
Denzil P.
5.0
Denzil was among the best caregivers we ever worked with to help with our severely autistic son. Denzil is warm, open, and energetic. He would take our son to the local park and I always felt confident that no matter what came up, Denzil could handle it. I should add that our son (then nine) could...
- Alysia A.
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.
Mary A.
5.0
Just before a family vacation, we found ourselves with a fur baby that had picked up a mild case of Bordetella. Jessie could no longer stay with her trainer as we had planned. Mary stepped in and kept Jessie in our home. We received frequent updates and photos which assured us she was in great...
- Melody S.
Danielis L.
5.0
We hired Danielis to sit for our 1yo for half the day on a workday when daycare was closed. She did great!
- Marylauran H.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Roxbury, MA:
How can I find a Roxbury babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Roxbury, 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 30 babysitters in Roxbury, MA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Roxbury, MA?
The average rate for Roxbury, MA babysitters on Care.com is $20.27 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 Roxbury, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Roxbury, 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 Roxbury, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Roxbury, MA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.