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Beverly F.
Shirley, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mom - Preschool Teacher With 20 Years Experience Seeking Summer 2025 Position
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi all! I am in search of a summer nanny position. I am employed full time by Maynard Public Schools and have summers off. My husband and I have 3 adult children of our own. They are 23 and also, 20-year-old twins. I have worked with children for many years and have several local references including families, preschools, and...
Beverly can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
have spent the last 6 years in childcare. I nannied in Australia during the pandemic and have worked as a nanny as well as early educator back in the states since. I'm currently a job coach but have some time off during our winter break. If you're in need of short term, certified private childcare, .
Shannon can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jennifer G.
Leominster, MA
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Growing up, l played a big role in caring tor my little brother, almost like a second mom. I was always eager to help with feeding, changing, and anything else my mom needed. I've been babysitting for various families since I was 16, taking on opportunities whenever they arose, but never as a full-time job. Over the years, l've...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jenn was a regular babysitter for my daughter, caring for her about 3 times a week after school and various times throughout the summer. She was dependable - I was never concerned about her not arriving on time and she responded quickly to messages. She was...
Colleen Y.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello and thank you for taking the time to read my profile. I am an experienced nanny of eight years! I have experience with babies through pre-teens! I have worked at an elementary school, one year with a special education classroom and one year as a kindergarten assistant. I have worked as a mother's helper, nanny, teacher,...
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Danielle is awesome! She is by far the best babysitter we have ever had. Our 5 year old daughter and 8 year old son absolutely love her. "
Arielle S.
5.0
(2)
I'm a passionate childcare provider with a decade of experience nurturing and educating young minds. My love for fostering children's growth and development, coupled with my desire to support families, led me to this fulfilling career.
My patient, creative, and approachable nature creates a warm and engaging environment for...
Alyson can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alyson has been an amazing nanny. She cared for our 6mo baby as part of a long-term nanny share with one other baby and I truly can't say enough good things about her. She is punctual and reliable, responsible and trustworthy. She takes initiative (signed the two...
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Christa C.
Leominster, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Christa C! I have experience working 20+ years as a Paraeducator in public schools grades Kindergarten through 6th Grade.
My strengths include caring for children of all needs while also ensuring we have fun! No matter what age your child/children are, I would be comfortable caring for them.
References are available...
Christa can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Christa always gives 100 percent to every task she has. She is friendly, reliable and dependable."
Debbie W.
Mary D.
Lancaster, MA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.6
(22)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I love caring for children. I am 31 years old, mom of two beautiful boys. and have been babysitting for over 10 years. I am trained in first aid and CPR, and I am excellent at teaching children. I am patient and comfortable with children of any age. I especially love storytime and creative play. I look forward to hearing...
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I spoke with Mary regarding nannying my two girls. She was on time, friendly and helpful. She was prompt with references and they spoke highly of her. I would definitely recommend giving her a call."
Marysia M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a patient, reliable, and creative caregiver. I have four years of experience as a behavior tech for folks with autism. And three years experience as a PCA for folks with disabilities and the elderly. I know basic first aid and have experience with asthmatics. I have my own car, do not smoke, and am comfortable with pets....
Rebecca can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Rebecca is a patience and kind handworker. She is amazing with our kids at the center! She runs groups, takes the kids out into the community, and works on their goals."
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Kelly C.
Townsend, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a proud Mom of 2 awesome young adults, ages 20 and 18 and an awesome teenage daughter who is 16 and 1/2. I have met and worked with some wonderful families from this site and am looking to add another to my current schedule. Please feel free to reach out if you have any further questions. Thank you!
Kelly can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"We love her so much, we're never letting her go."
Brooke R.
Allison S.
Lunenburg, MA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a junior in college at college of art and design. I love crafts and coloring, I also adore dancing and playing music for the kids since I play guitar! was watching a family of three over the last two summers with a 4-month-old baby, a 3-year-old and a 5-year-old! This past summer I was also watching another family of three...
Allison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"Allison is amazing. She cared for my three little ones over the summer like it was no big deal! They absolutely loved her, and got so excited when I told them Ally would be there in the morning when they woke up! She is punctual, dependable, great at communicating...
Teresa H.
Linda N.
Ayer, MA
$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am very caring and nurturing when it comes to children and animals. I have been babysitting regularly since I was 12 years old for various families, that's over 20 years of experience! My strength and preference is with infants. I provide families with advice and exercises to help foster babies' development.
I obtained...
5.0
"I cannot say enough wonderful things about Linda. She has become an integral part of our family and can do it all. Meal-prep, laundry, baby proofing, home organization, handiwork, cleaning...the list goes on! She is thoughtful, resourceful, creative, professional,...
Lily W.
5.0
(1)
10 years experience caring for children of all ages. From newborn to preteen, special needs experience as well. Comfortable with up to 3 children at a time, pets, housekeeping, transport needs. CPR/ first aid certified. I look forward to hearing from you!
Jen can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Jen is wonderful. I will totally have her watch my 4 month old twins when I finally decide to go back to work. Unfortunately, I decided to stay home a little longer. She expresses complete knowledge of children all ages, supplies references if needed, and takes the...
Christian D.
Pamela M.
Leominster, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional Nanny In Search Of Random Or Routine Date Night Babysitting
5.0
(8)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! Thank you for visiting my profile!
I am a career nanny with over 20+ years experience in search of occasional babysitting jobs in north, central, or metro west MA this autumn/winter. I currently work as a nanny for 4-year-old twins and their 9-year-old sister three days a week.
I am friendly, engaging and energetic,...
Pamela can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Pam has been a member of our family for 7 years, 3 moves, and the birth of our youngest son, R, who counts Pam on his pointer finger when he names his "best friends" and "people who love me." Pam truly loves all of us, *especially* all 3 of our kids, but she's been...
Randy S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children since age 11. I grew up as a mother helper with my own two sisters. I have a large family and my mother had me babysitting for all the doctors at the local hospital by age 12. I know CPR and First Aid and BLS. Fully vaccinated. I have worked as a professional nanny and awake overnight nanny. I...
Kristie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Kristie was wonderful with my children. She kept them busy with science and art projects and my kiddos had a great day with her. I would use Kristie again in a second. "
Amy L.
Ilvete S.
Boxborough, MA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm Brazilian, mother of 2 adult men. I helped my whole family raise their children and had other experiences as a baby sitter here in the USA . I love being surrounded by children. My 49 years of age does not keep me from doing anything. I have a lots of energy! And I'm fine with pets.
Ilvete can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Words of our kids, on Ilvete: Your kids and your family will be very happy being home with Ilvette. She entertains us a lot and we feel like she is our own family!
From us:
Ilvette is 100% dependable and trustworthy when it comes to planning, executing all...
Venkat B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm currently an ABA RBT at Keystone Collaborative Education in Leominster Ma
I also do two nights for in home Aba Therapy.
We teach daily independence along w/social & educational goals. I work one on one with certain students.
During my babysitting/nanny jobs, I've helped prepare meals, potty train, naps, bathe, bed and...
Malayvanh can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Malayvanh goes above and beyond and is very passionate and compassionate towards everyone especially with kids ! "
Veronica R.
5.0
(2)
Hello, my name is Kaylee. I currently live at home in Leominster, I am 22 years old and I graduated from Fitchburg State University May 2024. I graduated with a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and hope to one day become a kindergarten teacher. I have lots of babysitting experience as my mom does home daycare and I...
Kaylee can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
5.0
"Kaylee is amazing with kids, she always talks about how much she loves them and all she wants to do is become a teacher and teach them. she's very reliable and passionate about her work."
Caiya C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a 28-year-old Special Education Teacher looking for a afternoon job. I played basketball at Western New England University and do a lot of community service work. My undergraduate major was psychology. I just graduated with a Master's degree in Special Education as well. I am currently a certified Special Education teacher...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My two daughters are 6 and 7 years old. We also have a 1 year old Britney Spaniel Puppy. Samantha was absolutely wonderful with all three of them. She is super friendly and understanding. She has been watching them 4 full days a week for most of the summer....
Stephanie S.
Shayna G.
Leominster, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.5
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Shayna. I have been working with kids for 12 years. I have done over nights, nannying, babysitting, date nights, and weekends. I have experience with newborns to 16 years old. I am first aid and CPR/AED certified for infants to adults. I have my own safe vehicle. I also have a huge passion for my line of work that...
Shayna can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have had the pleasure of working beside Shayna for a long time now! She is excellent with children! Patient, dependable, loving & kind.
Shayna goes above and beyond for the family she currently cares for. When we have play dates, Shayna is always interacting on...
Katie R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a former elementary educator. I have had experience in care giving for children for 10 years. I am fluent in English and Spanish :)
Auria can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
5.0
"Auria has been our after school sitter this year and we love her. She's responsible, trustworthy, and my kids love her. She mostly watches my 6 year old but has also watched all three of my children together and she's had no problem helping with whatever is asked...
Jillian T.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Shirley, MA
Jennifer G.
5.0
Jenn was a regular babysitter for my daughter, caring for her about 3 times a week after school and various times throughout the summer. She was dependable - I was never concerned about her not arriving on time and she responded quickly to messages. She was patient and engaging with my daughter....
- Colleen Y.
Danielle V.
5.0
Danielle is awesome! She is by far the best babysitter we have ever had. Our 5 year old daughter and 8 year old son absolutely love her.
- Arielle S.
Alyson M.
5.0
Alyson has been an amazing nanny. She cared for our 6mo baby as part of a long-term nanny share with one other baby and I truly can't say enough good things about her. She is punctual and reliable, responsible and trustworthy. She takes initiative (signed the two babies up for a weekly music class,...
- Care member
Christa C.
5.0
Christa always gives 100 percent to every task she has. She is friendly, reliable and dependable.
- Debbie W.
Mary D.
5.0
I spoke with Mary regarding nannying my two girls. She was on time, friendly and helpful. She was prompt with references and they spoke highly of her. I would definitely recommend giving her a call.
- Marysia M.
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How much do babysitters charge in Shirley, MA?
The average rate for Shirley, MA babysitters on Care.com is $27.50 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 Shirley, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Shirley, 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.