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60 babysitters are listed in Watertown, MA
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Watertown, MA
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: Travel, swimming supervision, 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.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
As a caregiver, my passion lies in positively shaping young minds and providing dependable childcare that supports families. With five years of experience, I strive to create a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can flourish. Patience, creativity, and warmth define my approach. I embrace open communication with...
Bruna can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Bruna was absolutely wonderful with my child. They went to the park, played, and had a great time. My child has asked when would Bruna be back to watch her!"
Alexandria D.
5.0
(9)
Greetings potential employers; as a mom of six myself, I have solid experience in the many facets of caring for the needs of the little ones so precious to us. My experience is consistent with Lots-of-Love and patience while tending to multiple infants/toddlers (both twins and triplets), feedings and food preparation, diaper...
Angela can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is also very patient and loving!"
Michelle B.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
My name is Hala; I started working with children as soon as I graduated from college. I taught English as a second language for grades, kindergarten, 1 and 2, to 11 years. Then after I had my daughter, I taught preschool, and toddlers for 4 years. I became an infant, toddler and lead preschool teacher certified with first aid...
Hala can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Hala is amazing! I don't even know where to begin when I think of all the wonderful attributes she has. Number one--I feel that my children are safe in Hala's care. My 1 year old and 3 year old absolutely adore Hala (as do we) and it is no wonder because she exudes...
Susan A.
5.0
(13)
Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am looking for my next family to nanny for. I have my associates degree in behavioral science and bachelors degree in Psychology. I have worked with many family's over the last 8 years with children between the ages of 2mo/ -12 years old. I also have 3 years experience working with children on the autism spectrum as...
Jasenia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Where do I begin! We needed a sitter for our 1 and a half year old who had never really stayed with ANYONE besides direct family here and there and even that was a rare occasion. When we found Jasenia on Care.com, we knew we found someone who we could trust...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm an empty-nester with two grown daughters and was a stay at home mom and loved it. I am looking forward to becoming a grandmother in the future but enjoy being around children as I miss it. I have been an occasional babysitter for various families after school and evenings. Last year, I took care of a 10-month-old boy twice a...
Linda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Linda has been an amazing first babysitter for our son! She is loving, proactive, and brings fun ideas for our baby and family every time she is here. Last time she even brought books she had rented from the library specifically for our son. She is extremely easy...
Katie A.
Rachel D.
Watertown, MA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun, Caring And Loving Care Provider At Your Convenience!
5.0
(2)
Hello, my name is Rachel. I will be turning 31 years old in May. I am a hardworking & consistent family woman! I have an immense amount of experience teaching & working with children of all ages. I have been working as a Nursery Care Leader for my church in Newton for 10+ years where I follow very a strict safe church policy. I...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We have loved having Rachel as a regular part-time babysitter for the past 9 months! She is responsible, caring, and honest. She is reliable and an excellent communicator. The children have fun with her and trust her. She also helps with tasks around the house,...
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Diana C.
Watertown, MA
$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am interested in providing both cleaning and pet care services. While I have more experience in professional cleaning, I am passionate about expanding my skills in animal care as well. I'm dedicated, detail-oriented, and always eager to learn, making me a reliable choice for both pet care and cleaning needs.
Disclaimer:...
Diana can also help with: Meal prep
5.0
"I'm a single mother of a 14 year old girl and also a dog owner, Diana has been of great help during my busy work schedules, emergencies, school and vacation times.
In the four years that she's taken care of my daughter she has built a great rapport with her and...
Paula H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
School social work intern, also works at Mclean Hospital with teenagers. Grad student. A lot of childcare experience from all ages!
Ashley can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Christine N.
Watertown, MA
$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm called Christine N a 25yrs old. Am a professional minded, humble and down to earth individual, who loves children and loves to work with people from different backgrounds. Further, I am able to work under pressure, meet deadlines and work under minimal supervision. Am a loving, caring, jolly, funny making, kind and...
Christine can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Christine is truly our “unicorn nanny” - a true gem. She is great with kids. She keeps them engaged - reads to them, plays with them and finds local play groups to join. When the weather is nice, she would take my son to the playground. My kids are always happy to...
Care member
Reliable, trustworthy, and caring babysitter seeking long-term/temporary opportunities! Skilled at creating engaging, and educational activities, while also prioritizing children's health and well-being. More than willing to help with school work, tidying up around the house, meal prepping, laundry, etc.
Keeley can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Hi! My name is Allie and I have several years of experience working with children of all different ages as a camp counselor, mother's helper, and at various internships during my undergraduate education. I'm currently a graduate student at Lesley University and I am working on getting my masters degree is school and community...
Alexandra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am so excited to meet any potential new families through care. com! A little bit about me, I am currently a 4th grade teaching assistant. I completed my Masters degree in elementary education this past May and have years of childcare and educating experience. I am comfortable with pets and I have a clean driving record....
Lia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 27 years old and work in sales at a healthcare data company in Framingham. I have a lot of experience working with children ranging from newborn to 13 years old. I have worked as an after school program coordinator as well as a camp counselor. I graduated from the University of New Hampshire with a degree in Human...
Angelina can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hi my name is Melodie . Im looking forward to babysitting for date nights or adult nights to do what ever you would like. I enjoy being around children and having a fun time playing pretend , doing crafts, learning colors and counting and being really silly, having good laughs. I work at a preschool in Belmont as an Toddler...
Melodie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
I have been babysitting for over 12 years and have experience with any age and ability level. I hope you'll consider me as a babysitter for your family!
Madeleine can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Laura M.
Watertown, MA
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Kindergarten Teacher Looking For Babysitting Jobs For Evenings And Weekends
Hi! My name is Laura and I teach public Pre-k in the Boston area. I teach inclusion Pre-k, and have worked with children with and without disabilities for the past 14 years. These disabilities include autism, downs syndrome, fragile x syndrome, students hard of hearing, cochlear implanted children, and developmentally delayed...
Laura can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Satenik E.
Watertown, MA
$25-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Since I've moved to America more than 9 years ago I have worked as a Nanny as well as a child care assistant and babysitter. I've learned and developed games and methods to engage children and help them learn.
I am experienced with newborns as well, I worked for a family most recently and assisted in care for their little boy....
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Caileigh S.
Watertown, MA
$23-33/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hello!! My name is Caileigh and I am recent graduate of University of Maine. Over the years, I have worked as a lifeguard, camp counselor, petsitter, and at a local gym in childcare! While working in childcare, I have gained lots of experience with a wide variety of children. For the past two summers, I have worked as a...
Caileigh can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Hello! My name is Ayah, I'm a grad student at BU getting my MPH. I've been babysitting for 8 years! I graduated from Simmons University in 2022 and worked full time while continuing to babysit part time. I love meeting new families and kids and spending time with them. I enjoy playing tennis, traveling, reading and working out...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Watertown, MA
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.
Bruna A.
5.0
Bruna was absolutely wonderful with my child. They went to the park, played, and had a great time. My child has asked when would Bruna be back to watch her!
- Alexandria D.
Angela H.
5.0
She is also very patient and loving!
- Michelle B.
Hala T.
5.0
Kind, thoughtful, competent, fast, up-beat, smart, conscientious, with fast follow-up. Any employer would be lucky to get her.
- Scott G.
Jasenia F.
5.0
Jasenia was great with our 3-year old!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Watertown, MA:
How can I find a Watertown babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Watertown, 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 43 babysitters in Watertown, 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 Watertown, MA?
The average rate for Watertown, MA babysitters on Care.com is $23.16 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 Watertown, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Watertown, 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 Watertown, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Watertown, MA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 53 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.