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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love working with children and have a strong belief that they deserve to be treated with compassion and respect. I've cared for several children of various ages and have a deep commitment to being a role model for my younger siblings and cousins as the oldest in my family. I'm a recent college graduate with a bachelors of...
Mackenzie can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"A great person with a welcoming, warming personality. She is someone you want on your team!"
Dimitris S.
Madison A.
Leominster, MA
$15-16/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Madison and I'm a college graduate from Worcester State University. I am from Fitchburg, so I know my way around the area. I am currently looking for a job babysitting or nannying for children of any age to offset my current nannying position. I have been a nanny for four years, to three children (ages 2-8), and...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Madi has always been an awesome sitter and tutor for my little brother and sister (ages 13 and 15, respectively), and is a natural born teacher. My little brother has special needs and is quick to become frustrated when he can't understand something right away. She...
Sebastian G.
Brittani D.
Ayer, MA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I started babysitting my little cousins in middle school after my girl scout troop got the chance to participate in a babysitting class. About 5 years ago, I began watching a little boy at age 2 1/2 and it became a weekly thing. Over the years, his 2 sisters were added into the mix and then he started school so I now just watch...
Brittani can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My experience come from raising two teenage boys as a stay at home mom, volunteering as chaperone during school field trips, assisting in the school library and elementary school drop off (helping the kids to enter the building safely).
I enjoy outdoor activities, indoor games and reading (story time). I'm fluent in English and...
5.0
"We had very high standards for hiring a babysitter and found Heike to be a fantastic match. She is 100% reliable and punctual and knows how to engage with kids in an organized and structured, yet very fun way! She took on many additional tasks in our household and...
Joerg And Claudia H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello , I'm Stephanie and
I'm CPR and Medical Assistant certified, with flexible hours and pay.
Ive been working as a substitute teacher for the city of revere . I will no longer work as a sub in revere because my family and I currently moved to Lunenburg ma.
I have experience caring for children ages from infant to teens....
Estefanie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Stef watched our son from September 2023 through the end of the school year. We were new to the area (moved two days before school started!) and nervous. She is warm, caring, treated our son like her own child. She was attentive to his allergies (he has several)...
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5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a mom of a 19 yr-old child. When she was young I provided daycare to children (ages infant to early-elementary) in my home for 3 years. Then I worked with a family as a personal assistant for 9 yrs, helping with various tasks including child care, driving to Dr appts & activities, running errands, grocery shopping, watching...
Diane can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Diane during the pandemic to help supporting our kindergartner and 2nd grader with remote school. She assisted getting the kids into their video lessons and following along to help them with any activities they needed to do. After school was done, Diane...
Isabel H.
Macey M.
Bolton, MA
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Macey and I'm 18 years old. I am taking a gap year this coming academic year, and looking to babysit part time. I've babysat for almost five years now and have experience in all ages. I have also been working at a swim school for two years where I interact with kids ages 2mo-13yrs. I am currently Lifeguard,...
Jennifer G.
Leominster, MA
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
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, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Jordan S.
Fitchburg, MA
$22-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
As a childcare provider with three years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children's development through engaging activities and fostering a safe environment. My prior babysitting roles reinforced my desire to make a positive impact on their lives.
I'm known for my patients and ability to be positive, which allows...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I take great joy in caring for children. Although challenging, its rewards last a lifetime. I've always been around children and have had varying degrees in caring for them since I was 8 years old. I was young when my niece and nephews were born and took the task of babysitting them countless times as they grew older. From the...
Desire can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Mackenzie R.
Townsend, MA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am Kindergarten teacher and looking to fill my summer with part time nanny hours.
Before my teaching career, I was a nanny for 10 years. I have experience with newborn to any age.
Skills:
Early Education
Christa C.
Leominster, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hello everyone! My name is Emily K and I am a Senior at Lasell University. I graduated from Nashoba Regional High School. in the summer of 2020. My past jobs have included being a camp counselor at LINX Camps in Wellesley where I worked with children ages 5-7, and a camp counselor at Camp Woodhaven where I worked with children...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Keena K.
Lunenburg, MA
$17-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm an experienced childcare provider with a passion for nurturing and educating children. With five years of experience, I have honed my skills in providing safe, stimulating, and nurturing environments for children of all ages. My background includes working with children from diverse backgrounds, and I tailor my approach to...
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Abby. I am 25 years old and have been nannying for the last 8 years but watching kids most of my life. My mother had a family daycare out of our home until I was in high school so I have been around children my whole life. I am comfortable with all ages, driving children to activities and love being outdoors....
Abby can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! My name is Shelby, and I am a mother of two children my daughter 3 and my son 1. My husband and I live with our family in Townsend, MA. With my children being our priority, I work 2 days a week at a Boston hospital in the cardiology lab as a radiographer. With that said I would love to help a family out with part time care....
Shelby can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
My name is Marcia and I am an experienced nanny with 20 years of experience working with children of all ages. I am passionate about providing nurturing, loving care for children in order to help them grow and learn. I'm also very organized and I strive to create a clean, safe environment for your child. I'm vaccinated and have...
Marcia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hi! My name is Rachel and I am 23 years old. I am looking for families in the area who need help with watching their children a few days a week. I am also extremely willing to help with other tasks around the house if needed/necessary. I am a nurse at Lowell General Hospital, so I am there 3 days a week. I'm very good with...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I am Sophie! I am 23 years old and a recent graduate from Pace University, with a degree in health science with a concentration in nursing.
I have been a personal care attendant for a woman in a wheelchair for the past 5 years and have previously worked in child watch at my local YMCA. I plan on being a NICU nurse and love...
Sophia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
10 plus years in education field. In the schools, home, and residential programs. Mother of two, mature.
Erin can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Shirley, MA
Mackenzie D.
5.0
A great person with a welcoming, warming personality. She is someone you want on your team!
- Dimitris S.
Madison A.
5.0
Madi has always been an awesome sitter and tutor for my little brother and sister (ages 13 and 15, respectively), and is a natural born teacher. My little brother has special needs and is quick to become frustrated when he can't understand something right away. She is an absolute miracle worker when...
- Sebastian G.
Heike G.
5.0
We had very high standards for hiring a babysitter and found Heike to be a fantastic match. She is 100% reliable and punctual and knows how to engage with kids in an organized and structured, yet very fun way! She took on many additional tasks in our household and soon became an integral part. Our...
- Joerg And Claudia H.
Estefanie R.
5.0
Stef watched our son from September 2023 through the end of the school year. We were new to the area (moved two days before school started!) and nervous. She is warm, caring, treated our son like her own child. She was attentive to his allergies (he has several) with meals and snacks. She's truly...
- Care member
Diane M.
5.0
Diane such a wonderful nanny! She has been caring for my baby daughter since she was three months old. She also occasionally watches my 7 and 10 year-old kids and they adore her. She is responsible, reliable and a joy to have around. I highly recommend her for working with any family.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Shirley, MA:
How can I find a Shirley babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Shirley, 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 3 babysitters in Shirley, MA on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Shirley, MA?
The average rate for Shirley, MA babysitters on Care.com is $24.00 per hour as of February 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.