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113 babysitters are listed in Waltham, MA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Waltham, MA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love children. I raised two of my own. They are in college now. I was a Girl Scout leader for 6 years. I took children camping. I love to play games with them, do drawings, sing songs, create different art and crafts, make cookies, watch cartoons, do exercises, go to playgrounds, libraries, read story books, paintings, and...
Alina can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Alina interviewed with us for a long term position only because it was closer to home. We would have hired her but she couldn't bear to leave the children for whom she cared so much. Just the person we would have wanted to hire. She is calm, cool and collected...
Chloe C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have experience working with children ranging from 6 weeks to 14 years old. When I was 18 I was lucky enough to do a 6 week internship with a second grade class at a local elementary school where I learned more about working with younger children. For a few months when I was in college I worked at a daycare that had students...
Allyson can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Allyson did a date-night sit for me and was absolutely lovely! Punctual and really sweet with my boys. I'd definitely hire again."
Ali L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Kyara, and I am a senior at Bentley University. For the last three years, I spent my summers and breaks at home in South Carolina, babysitting for two lovely families. I'm looking to continue babysitting for families in or near Waltham this spring semester. I have over 3 1/2 years of experience and can help with...
Kyara can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
5.0
"Kyara is the perfect nanny!! Our son E loves her and she is always so energetic and happy! She teaches him and keeps him entertained all day! She is very reliable and always punctual! We are so glad that she chose to help our family! We really appreciate her! :)"
Kaylon B.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm looking for a full time job!
- COVID vaccinated
- Worked with kids in different age over 8 years
- Infant/ baby/ toddler expert (sleeping training, food introduction, infant feeding, child tantrum)
- Baby whisperer
- Love hairstyle, coloring, singing and studying about frustration at age 7-9
- Driver (I have my...
Gabriela can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Gabriela was very sweet with my 10 month old - she did a great job connecting with him and making him laugh all day. She made sure he ate his lunch and had his bottle and she cleaned up after. I would definitely hire her again."
Julia K.
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Angela am a very outgoing person love hanging out and meeting new people and very patient in general. I joined this app looking for a babysitting job full time I am 24years. I have worked with children with disabilities( autism, Down syndrome etc) love children in general and I am comfortable working with all...
Angella can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I interviewed her but her schedule didn't match with the days I wanted but I would 100% recommend her"
Jennifer P.
5.0
(1)
Hello,
My name is Fatima. I have a Bachelor degree of French studies. I have been an Elementary school in Morocco for 15 years and sn assistant teacher for Todlers for 2 years. I am working now as a Special Education Assistant Teacher in Arlington Public Schools.
I would like to work as a Babysitter when I finish work at 2:30...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We met Fatima for a weekend day and she was kind to our children, playful and energetic. "
Aaida S.
Julianne M.
Waltham, MA
$25-28/hr • 6 yrs exp
Teacher With Tons Of Experience Looking To Care For A Family :)
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Julianne , and I'm 24 years old, currently working as a Special Education Teaching Assistant at an elementary school in Wellesley. I live in South Boston and am also pursuing graduate school, so I'm looking for part-time work that fits with my schedule. I have years of experience nannying, babysitting, and working...
Julianne can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Julie is great! She watched our daughter a few months this summer during the day while we worked from home and also a few nights. She is reliable, engaging, trustworthy and easy-going. We still use her as a babysitter to this day when she is available during her...
Heather C.
Domenica M.
Waltham, MA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.3
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Domenica, I have been babysitting for almost 5 years now. I love kids and I love to watch them, play, help them out. I am a very responsible person with a good car record. I am also very flexible with time.
Domenica can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Domenica is great all around! We consider ourselves lucky to have found her. In addition to being super reliable she bonded quickly with our kids (10 and 13 years) and serves as a role model."
Birgit F.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I worked as an elementary instructional assistant and after school teacher in Watertown from 2012-2014. I taught and cared for many students everyday, and had so much fun with them! I also have years of experience with babysitting children of all ages from infants to teenagers. I have many babysitting/nannying references that...
Meghan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Meghan took care of my 2 boys aged 4 and 6. She is very dependable,punctual and my boys love her. I will definitely recommend her and would love to work with her again in the future."
Nandini V.
4.8
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
K-3 TUTOR FOR READING/PHONICS/WRITING/MATH AVAILABLE
Hello, families! My name is Alicia and I am a first grade teacher in Lexington. I am currently tutoring a few students virtually and I am looking for a few more virtual or face-to-face students (we can discuss if it would be safe). In order to solidify foundational literacy...
Alicia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I hired Alicia this summer to work with my 6 year old as a reading tutor. Alicia came 3 times a week and sat patiently with my stubborn, often goofy, student and really helped her gain a considerable amount of confidence and skill with her reading. I think my...
Lauren S.
Barkev C.
Waltham, MA
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
It's always a joy to meet new friends. My name is Barkev and I am looking to expand my work schedule for the summer. I have been working with a family of incredible boys who are like little brothers to me for the past 3 years. I've also cared for families outside of this website through recommendations. This journey started from...
Barkev can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"The reason Barkev doesn't have any reviews yet is because he has been working for us full time since we hired him in August 2021. He is our regular after-school sitter, picking up our kids after school.
He helps manage all of the after school activities,...
Tina D.
Limaira L.
Waltham, MA
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I just absolutely love and adore children. As soon as I graduate college, I want to look for a career in working with children. Before going to college, I was a part of this program called City Year, where I was able to work with third grade students in a classroom helping them with their classwork and homework. It was a great...
Limaira can also help with: Travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I truly love working with children, and have been for 5 years. I currently work at a school for children diagnosed with Autism, and previously worked in a mental health clinic for adolescents. I support parents in the evenings and weekends, as I do work full time throughout the week. I have a clean driving record, and...
Brianna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Amazing caretaker!! Brianna is patient and fun and makes my son feel excited to start his morning. She shows great interest in my son, she's very creative in getting him to talk and this has given him confidence!"
Sondra M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and meal prep. I have a son of my own who is 6 years old so the motherly instincts are definitely there. I love to spend time outdoors, going on walks, doing arts and crafts as well as cooking fun new meals. I have been vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19 and take...
Andrea can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"We were sad when we no longer needed childcare because we had really enjoyed working with Andrea. She picked our two sons up from school, prepared lunch, helped them with their online school, and kept them busy and active after school. Andrea has an excellent, calm...
Desiree S.
I just got my practical nursing license and currently studying to go back from my RN. I have been an EMT for 6 years and was previously a lifeguard/supervisor at the YMCA for 5 five years, teaching swim lessons and lifeguarding for their summer camps. I enjoy working with children of all ages.
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi. I am Sarah. I have been nannying for 10+ years and I currently
am a 1st grade teacher in Cambridge Ma.
I live in Waltham and I am looking for some hours over the summer on Monday and Wednesday's.
I have had experience from nannying, working as a certified Infant/Toddler teacher, to being a camp counselor, to teaching in...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Hi! I'm Kalie! I recently graduated from Muhlenberg College and am starting my Masters program at Brandeis University. I study cultural anthropology. I am looking for nanny jobs so that I may work during the day, but still have plenty of time to dedicate to my degree. I also love being around children's youthfulness and...
Kalie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Hi! My name is Katey! I just recently moved back home to Colorado after living in Boston for the past seven years. I am looking for a part-time nannying/babysitting job for this summer! I graduated from Bentley University in Boston in 2018 and I this year I will be a resident teacher at Graland Country Day school in the first...
Katey can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Catharine K.
Waltham, MA
$25-29/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter/Nanny And Book Lover Looking To Work With A Great Family
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Available to start: September 1st
Rate: $25+/hr
Minimum Hours: 30/week
I have 10 years of experience caring for children ages 3 months to 15 years. For the past 4 years I have specialized in infant care. I have a clean driving record and a non-preowned car with the LATCH system. I do not smoke and would prefer to work in a...
Catharine can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I'm currently a senior at Brandeis University studying theatre arts and music performance. I have just finished a year abroad at Oxford University studying English literature and theatrical theory. I have had 5 plus years of experience as a babysitter, overnight summer camp counselor (ages 5-15), and as a full-time nanny. I love...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Waltham, MA
Alina M.
5.0
She was a great asset to my family, very energetic, positive and super reliable. At times I needed her to take my kids to the doctor and she was always very accommodating. My kids loved her and honestly she is a dream of a babysitter. She kept my kids busy reading, playing games and taking them for...
- Tina H.
Allyson N.
5.0
Allyson did a date-night sit for me and was absolutely lovely! Punctual and really sweet with my boys. I'd definitely hire again.
- Ali L.
Kyara G.
5.0
I requested her to babysit for a few hours, with less than a day's notice. She was available, she on time, and she did a great job.
- Care member
Gabriela L.
5.0
Gabriela took care of our son while we were waiting for a space to open at daycare and she did great with him. She established a relationship and got to know him/his preferences after few days, and she would always organize activities to do with him so that he would be adequately stimulated during...
- Meggie N.
Angella N.
5.0
I interviewed her but her schedule didn't match with the days I wanted but I would 100% recommend her
- Jennifer P.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Waltham, MA:
How can I find a Waltham babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Waltham, 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 113 babysitters in Waltham, MA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.2. 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 Waltham, MA?
The average rate for Waltham, MA babysitters on Care.com is $21.88 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 Waltham, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Waltham, 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 Waltham, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.2 / 5
Babysitters in Waltham, MA are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 47 reviews of the 113 listed babysitters.