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60 babysitters are listed in Shrewsbury, MA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Shrewsbury, MA
Hello! My name is Olivia from Shrewsbury, MA. I have 10 years of child care experience. I started my child care career off as a family nanny back in 2017. For the first five years of my professional career I worked in a non-profit youth serving organization. I am looking to be a family nanny again and would bring a fun, loving...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
In 2022, I graduated from Simmons University with a masters degree in Severe Disabilities with an Autism Specialization. In 2019, I received my bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education with a minor in Special Education from Salve Regina University. Along with my educational preparation, I've gained experience working with...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Amanda , I'm 25 years old and I currently live in Shrewsbury.
I have been working as a Nanny since I was 17 years old, but I started taking care of kids at a young age helping, taking care of my little cousins. I absolutely love playing and interact with kids, I'm very dependable, trustworthy, patient and caring...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Shannon O.
Shrewsbury, MA
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently a school teacher looking for part time work to do over the summer. I teach fourth grade, and before teaching that grade level, I was a preschool teacher for three years. I graduated from college with a BA in Elementary Education.
Shannon can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hi! I'm Melanie and I have 2 kids, 4 and 10. I have a caregiver/medical background. I've been a SAHM since 2020 and I'm ready to get back out! I love arts/crafts, dancing, educational activities and outings. I don't mind helping with light housework/meal prep. I have my own car and am looking for thursdays and/or fridays. I'd...
Lindsey M.
Shrewsbury, MA
$16-19/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! I am Lindsey I am a 20-year-old Junior Nursing major at Sacred Heart University. I am CPR, BLS and first aid certified, and I have a clean driving record. I have recently babysat for a couple of families. In 2019 I worked full time as a camp counselor at Camp Sewataro for 3-5-year-olds. I planned fun crafts such as making...
Lindsey can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Carrie H.
Shrewsbury, MA
$18-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
20 Yr Old Education Major. 5+ Years Of Babysitting Experience.
Hello, my name is Carrie. I am 20 years old and am a junior in college. I am currently attending Springfield College and studying elementary education. In the past three years, I have had experience working with children ages 0-10 through babysitting, camp counseling, and student teaching. I also have experience working with...
Miranda B.
Shrewsbury, MA
$25-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am passionate about the opportunity to spend time with children and gain more of the knowledge, experience, and understanding that comes along with caring for them. I'm known to be very patient and nurturing and would love to have a job that utilizes these parts of myself
Miranda can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Hi, I'm Maria. After raising my three amazing young women, I'm excited to dive back into my passion for nannying. I have a deep understanding of childcare and a genuine love for nurturing young minds. I approach my role with patience, kindness, and respect, treating each child as a unique individual. Cooking and outdoor...
3.0
(3)
I have 8 years experience as a babysitter, working for different families. I have worked with kids from 7 months to 12 years old and also with teenagers. I am used to work full times, part times and occasional babysittting. I am also used to be a teacher at school and work with kids at church, every other sunday. Parents and...
Iona can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
3.0
"Interviewed with me over the phone. Seemed very nice person but based on our conversation I had a feeling she could be more active looking for new activities for the kids she was caring for. Otherwise, very nice."
Tatiana R.
Jessica D.
Worcester, MA
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a graduate student at Clark University, studying Community Development and Planning. During undergrad I studied Sociology, Comparative Race and Ethnic Studies, and Education. Throughout my time at Clark I have volunteered as a mentor for girls ages 9-16. I worked with 11-year-olds, playing games, making crafts,...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jessica is outstanding!! She is caring, considerate, and has done a great job caring for our 2 yo. We feel so lucky to have found her and are grateful to have her be part of our care team!"
Caroline D.
Daria L.
Marlborough, MA
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! My name is Daria and this is a little bit about me... I moved to Massachusetts when I was 12 years old from France, which means I speak English and French! I am in my second year of online school at Lesley University pursuing my bachelors in psychology. I have 3+ years of experience working with children. I have...
Daria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Thank you Daria for giving us the best care to our children"
Ariana W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started babysitting when I was 15 and have worked with kids most of my life. I have watched newborns (twins) up to age 12. I have nannied for several families. I worked with one family for 10 years as a nanny and as a household manager. I was with one family for 10 years As I was raising my family I always had extra children...
Marcia can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
5.0
"For the last couple months, Marcia has been an excellent child care provider for our infant daughter! She's incredibly reliable and communicative, always has a "while you were away" for me (i.e. oz fed, length of naps). She's excellent with children and very...
Adam H.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 27 families in your neighborhood
I am a mom of three children, 21 yr old & 17 yr old twins. We also have a dog and cat, so animals will not be a problem. I have an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education, and have many years caring for all ages of children whether it be my own, or as a Nanny, Preschool Teacher, or Home Daycare Owner. I have a clean...
Erin can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Erin was fantastic with my two boys, 5Y and 7 months. She watched them for 10 hours while we were at a wedding."
Erica W.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have watched children from 1 month to 13 years old for date nights, one time jobs, and recurring jobs. I have teaching experience in grades ranging from preschool to 6th grade as well as in home childcare experience with single children, sibling groups, and twins! I can prepare meals, bathe, give rides, help with homework,...
Katelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Katelyn is overall an amazing person. She is our first thought for childcare whenever the need arises. She is extremely dependable, trustworthy and kind hearted. Our children love spending time with her as she always has complete focus on them and their needs. She...
Amber P.
4.0
(1)
I have successfully raised four boys and a girl, including a set of twins. They are all grown up now and I have six years of experience and am looking for full time work as a babysitter/nanny. I love to care for infants as well as children up to five or 6 years old. I am a person who enjoys child care work and am always willing...
Luci can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Luci was professional, reliable, and proactive in our initial phone interview. She provided us with references immediately but she was already hired before we could arrange to interview her face to face!"
Shira B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was a licensed social worker for the Department of Children and Families. During my education to become a School Psychologist, I received 650+ hour of clinical experience working with students grade K-6, as well as 1, 200+ hours working with grades 8-12.
Aside from my work experience and education, I also have experience...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sarah is a very bright, funny and compassionate young woman. She is always willing to help out her friends or family with any issue they may have. She has shown how mature and responsible she has been while going to school in Spain her entire Freshman year of...
Gary R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 13. I have experience with taking care of children from 2 years old to 10 years old. I have my babysitting and CPR certificate. I have my own car. I also have dog walking and pet sitting experience.
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"a sweet and kind person and my kids love her! She is reliable and flexible regarding any change of plans. Would definitely recommend her:)"
Gilane S.
5.0
(3)
I am a responsible person, very neat and organized. I am sincere, honest, affectionate and sociable. I really like children, I have 2 children and I enjoyed them a lot when they were little.
I like working with kids and teenegers.
If you need me to take or pick up your child from school or extra-school activities, I can also...
Ana can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
5.0
"Ana was very reliable, no-nonsense kind of person. She was always on time. She drove my child to and from classes. I highly recommend her for transportation service."
Susmitha P.
Shantel R.
Cherry Valley, MA
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, i'm Shantel, I am a mom to one school age child with 10+ years experience watching children from toddler age to school age. Flexible and understanding, dedicated to helping to shape children into confident, intelligent, and happy people. I enjoy watching children grow and find themselves through safe play. References are...
Shantel can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Shantel is the best! My toddler and infant adore her and we feel so lucky to have her in our lives. She connected with the kids immediately and jumped right in playing games and doing crafts. She is the best sitter we have ever had! She is reliable, flexible and...
Katelin B.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Shrewsbury, MA
Iona S.
3.0
Interviewed with me over the phone. Seemed very nice person but based on our conversation I had a feeling she could be more active looking for new activities for the kids she was caring for. Otherwise, very nice.
- Tatiana R.
Jessica D.
5.0
Jessica is outstanding!! She is caring, considerate, and has done a great job caring for our 2 yo. We feel so lucky to have found her and are grateful to have her be part of our care team!
- Caroline D.
Daria L.
5.0
Daria confirmed our interview the morning of it and even arrived 10 minutes early. She seemed like a very nice person and it was a pleasure meeting with her.
- Kathleen D.
Marcia H.
5.0
For the last couple months, Marcia has been an excellent child care provider for our infant daughter! She's incredibly reliable and communicative, always has a "while you were away" for me (i.e. oz fed, length of naps). She's excellent with children and very trustworthy.
- Adam H.
Erin J.
5.0
Erin is a fantastic sitter! We used her for about a year before moving out of state and honestly we wish we could have brought her with us. She was amazing with our kids (ages 3, 6, 8); they were always so excited when she was scheduled to come over. Erin is responsive and punctual and was always...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Shrewsbury, MA:
How can I find a Shrewsbury babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Shrewsbury, 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 29 babysitters in Shrewsbury, 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 Shrewsbury, MA?
The average rate for Shrewsbury, MA babysitters on Care.com is $20.62 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 Shrewsbury, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Shrewsbury, 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.