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60 babysitters are listed in Roxbury, MA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Roxbury, MA
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision
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:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Giovanni C.
Roxbury, MA
$18-50/hr • 15 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as Honest, responsable and respectful
I like working with kids because I really enjoy taking care of them, teaching them new things, playing with them. I have more than 15 years of experience working with children of all ages, not counting that Im a mother of 3 Children's
I'm looking for a job...
3.7
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am responsible and dependable, but also fun and energetic. 24 years young and originally from Brighton, Massachusetts. I work in a daycare part time and I have an up-to-date CPR and First Aid certifications. With me, your children will have a blast while I teach them about the world around them without the pressure. I have 6...
Stacey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Stacey communicates well and is well worth the money. She is a natural with my two girls (7 months and 2). They liked her right away and she finds solutions to problems quickly. Stacey takes initiative and doesn't require micromanagement. Her calm demeanor and...
Jasmine T.
I've previously cared for children of ages 7, 9 and 11. Most of my career has been in retail, but from just knowing people with kids I've been able to babysit and get experience in taking care of them. I moved from England about 8 years ago and I'm studying to get my bachelor's degree in Communications. I'm currently taking a...
Abi can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Hi I am 24 years old I been babysitting since I was 15 years old I started off with babysitting family members to family friends and so on. I have also worked with kids at a community center for two years while in high school. Now I am a mom with 1-year-old and having so much experience with kids has helped me out as a mom. I am...
Yoselyn can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Jennifer D.
Roxbury, MA
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Jennifer I Am A Mother Of A Total Of 5 Kids. I Have My License. I Only Speak Spanish.
I like working with kids because I genuinely love seeing the growth in them. How they have their own personality for things. Not only that but being able to teach them new things every single day that they had no idea just warms my heart. Being able to connect with them. I think that the most challenging ones are normally the...
I'd describe my personality as
Professional
Calm
Caring
Resourceful
Affectionate
Warm
I'm looking for a position that will enable me to build a long term relationship with the family.
A family that's open, receptive and embraces honest dialogue, A family that's also open to discussing how to raise kind, caring, generous...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Joyce took care of our children for eight years. She is a deeply gifted caregiver and was wonderful with our children. She played with them, took them to the library, made them dinner, and more. We trusted her completely with our three kids. When Joyce walked in...
Care member
I am a CPR early childhood education certified teacher that has been teaching for six years. I have experience with a range of ages from 3 years old to 16 years old. I can tutor and support with household chores. I love children of all ages and abilities.
Shantu can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
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: Swimming supervision, travel, 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.
Breia B.
Hyde Park, MA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Breia! I am currently looking for a part time position 3-4 days a week. Time and day can be a bit flexible. I do have another part time job on weekends but mainly in the evening. I am 27 years old, graduated with a degree in human development and human services from Merrimack College. I have 8 years of experience...
Breia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very caring, respectful, and dependable. Great with kids! Would hire again immediately, but is not available during the times we currently need. "
Justin N.
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
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.
Emily M.
Medford, MA
$27-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Kind, Fun, Experienced Babysitter Available Always After 3 P.m To 9 P.m Every Day. Available Anytime
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Emily M and I am 24 years old. My first experience with childcare was taking care of my nephews and niece starting at a young age. My passion and love for kids continued to grow as I continued gaining more experience in the field. The past 8 years of my life I have experienced different opportunities while working...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Emily did an amazing job of taking care of our twin 4 y/o girls. If she did not go off to college, we would have been very happy to have her continue to be our children's caretaker. Emily is young but very mature for her age. She was reliable, punctual, friendly,...
Robert L.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 24 families in your neighborhood
Having passion in early childhood education, I strive to help children to grow healthy, in a safe environment, and be disciplined and conscious enough to become a full member of their families, communities, and their own countries. With extensive years in the field, I do my best to teach them my knowledge of things and at the...
Ani can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I hired Ani to watch my 2 years old child. She is very punctual, always on time and very flexible when comes to schedule flexibility. We continued the relationship and she occasionally watches our child for date nights."
Helen N.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Harper and I am a 26-year-old transgender male (I am including this piece of information because I feel it is necessary to be completely honest with those putting me in charge of their children). I have 10 years of child care experience and seven years of experience working with people of all ages with...
Harper can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Harper is an extremely dependable, thoughtful caregiver who has been helping us take care of our three kids (two boys and a girl, ages 6, 3 and 3) for about a year now. He picks them up a school/daycare, plays with them, makes their lunches, folds their laundry,...
Joshua G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Manal! I have been babysitting for the past five years. I'm CPR certified and I'm pretty flexible with hours and days. I usually help with kids laundry, dishwasher, and kids meal prep!
I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having someone trustworthy watching their little ones.
Manal can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was wonderful with Zorro and a pleasure to work with! She sent updates and photos. I would recommend her highly."
Jean L.
Renuka S.
Somerville, MA
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Renuka. I have 4 years of babysitting experience. I speak Hindi, Nepali and some English. I'm currently babysitting two kids (4 years and 2 years old).
Renuka can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
5.0
"Renuka worked for us for almost 5 years. She started with us when my older son was 4 months old ( he is now 5 and my little one is 3). She is very loving, kind, thoughtful and extremely punctual. She became an extended part of our family. We moved homes to the...
Navaneeth C.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Roxbury, MA
Stacey B.
5.0
Stacey communicates well and is well worth the money. She is a natural with my two girls (7 months and 2). They liked her right away and she finds solutions to problems quickly. Stacey takes initiative and doesn't require micromanagement. Her calm demeanor and musical background make her a...
- Jasmine T.
Joyce M.
5.0
Joyce took care of our children for eight years. She is a deeply gifted caregiver and was wonderful with our children. She played with them, took them to the library, made them dinner, and more. We trusted her completely with our three kids. When Joyce walked in the door on Monday, they could not...
- Care member
Abigail S.
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 improved. My daughter's reading test scores...
- Nicole L.
Breia B.
5.0
Breia was our nanny for 2 years, starting when our son was age 2 months. She also helped watch our older girls during non school days. Breia is flexible, fun, affectionate, and caring. She is familiar with infant care and will follow the parents' requests about sleep training, feeding, etc. She...
- Elise R.
Medha M.
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 coming up with crafts and make-believe...
- Caroline C.
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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 32 babysitters in Roxbury, MA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. 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 $20.66 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 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 Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Roxbury, MA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.