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Find babysitters in West Roxbury, MA that you’ll love
60 babysitters are listed in West Roxbury, MA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in West Roxbury, MA
Hi, I have previous experience with families through care. com, specifically with children ages 3-10 as well as my own personal experience with child care and would be grateful if chosen to care for your children
I graduated from the University of Rhode Island with a bachelor's in Psychology and Criminal Justice, and will...
Cheyann can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Sarah C.
West Roxbury, MA
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Comfortable With Young-Middle Age Children - Available Most Evenings And Weekends
I have much volunteer and work experience in preschool classrooms. Student teaching experience in kindergarten and 2nd grade classrooms. I hold a bachelors in education and psychology from Bridgewater State University and 3 years experience teaching in a kindergarten classroom. In addition, I have worked 4 summers in a summer...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Caitlin G.
West Roxbury, MA
$20-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Caitlin, I am a senior at Lasell University back for the fall semester. I have a lot of experience with toddlers and elementary-age children through teaching Sunday school and swimming lessons as well as volunteering at a summer camp. I have been caring for children for 6+ years and have been certified in CPR and...
Caitlin can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a personable, patient, and empathetic 23-year-old sitter and Registered Nurse. I have 7 years of experience and have worked with kids of all ages. I have all of my vaccinations/certifications and can provide references.
My job at Boston Children's Hospital doesn't start until Nov. 1 so I am looking for a family ASAP...
Meabh can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Shana M.
West Roxbury, MA
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have extensive experience in childcare and house cleaning. I have worked with babies and toddlers, although I prefer to care for infants. My active participation in the care of my nephews has strengthened my skills and understanding of children's needs. In addition, I worked in the cleaning area between 2022 and 2023, where I...
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I love children!
I raised my children in Needham.
They're on their own and have great partners.
About me.
I am nurturing and engaging in encouraging growth and development. Trustworthy, reliable, and gentle with an outgoing and upbeat personality. I have lots of energy, will get on the floor to play, read books, do crafts, go...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Mary sat for my two boys and was terrific! She is punctual, responsible and lots of fun. I would absolutely have her come to take care of my children again."
Liza H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm in my early fifties, young energetic, active, and easygoing Mom. My personal experience with kids started with raising my own two and babysitting for several families and friends kids. For the past 3 years, I was witnessed growing up with two girls and two boys as their Nanny. I can assist with light housekeeping for kids,...
Sima can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Sima is very trustworthy, caring and reliable. My family (including our dog) loves her. We had a wonderful experience getting to work with her! "
Care member
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 23-year-old registered nurse starting my first full-time RN job in November. I have been babysitting for about 10 years and I have experience with all age groups as well as special needs children. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I enjoy watching children of all ages!
Audrey can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Annemarie T.
West Roxbury, MA
$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was a substitute teacher 5yrs for grades, pre-k through 6 at ch. hill school. I then baby sat 10yrs. and covid hit. I have excellent references from the families I worked for.
I retired from Harvard university where I worked for 28 yrs as the director of risk strategy under the financial v. p. I have a b. a., lld and m. b....
Annemarie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Elizabeth T.
South Boston, MA
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Elizabeth, I am currently in graduate school to become a Nurse Practitioner, while holding a job as a registered nurse. I enjoy working with all age groups and have held jobs as a nanny, babysitter and home health nurse/caregiver, as well as a nurse within the hospital setting. I am CPR and first aid certified and I...
5.0
"Elizabeth is a wonderful sitter. Our son loved her and I loved that she was always on time and took great care of our son. I would recommend Elizabeth to a friend any day. "
Lauren K.
Sheying C.
West Newton, MA
$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked as a babysitter for 10 years. I love kids, and caring for kids is one of my passions. I am a mature, patient, loving, honest, and detail oriented person, love outdoors and sports. I have experiences with different age group children from 4-month-old to middle school aged.
For the past two years, I had watched a...
Sheying can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sheying was amazing with my kids (boy and girl- both five and under). As a parent leaving the house it was reassuring knowing that Sheying was there and watching them. It's been a couple of months since she moved and my daughter still asks for her. She was warm,...
Daniella R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jamie, I'm 30 years old and a University of Miami graduate with a BA in Sociology. I was recently working as a backup caregiver for Care. com, now I'm currently working part time in retail . In terms of babysitting experience, I have plenty! I have been working with children for a few years years as a nanny,...
Jamie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Was very accommodating and helpful, arrived early so we could get acquainted before hand, "
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have worked with kids as a camp counselor, Kindergarten teaching assistant and as a babysitter. I get along very well with them and love learning from them. In previous experience, I often had to attend to many kids at a time, so therefore deal well under pressure in those types of instances.
I feel I have found a good...
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Molly was my son's assistant kindergarten teacher. She was always excited to see him and he loved her energy and enthusiasm. She always gave detailed accounts of his day and it was clear she really enjoys being around kids! She is super responsible and I would...
Nadja M.
Rainer H.
Newton, MA
$15-28/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting off and on since I was about 14 or 15, and have been a full time Nanny since 2023. Prior to nannying I worked at and ran a Mathnasium tutoring center, and still enjoy tutoring math on the side as time allows.
Rainer can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Rainer sat for my son periodically from age 4 months on. He is in his element with children (especially very young ones) and his delight and enthusiasm is contagious. He has always been willing to help us out when we need last minute help, and we miss having him in...
Melissa B.
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,...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've loved kids ever since I can remember! Growing up I knew my passion was to work with children and got to live out that dream by working as a Clinical Research Assistant in Boston Children's Hospital (BCH) for four years. At BCH I got to work with newborns (as young as 12 days old!), toddlers, and children on a regular basis....
Clarisa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Clarisa worked for my family while she was living in Puerto Rico. She took care of my two young boys, 2 and 5 years-old. Clarisa is a very energetic, caring, and responsible babysitter; and, honestly, the best we have ever had. During her time with my family she...
Lorena V.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Noelani. I am an experienced babysitter, having babysat from the ages 1-12 (and almost every age in between) for the past 8 years. I have also been a substitute teacher for middle and high school students. I am comfortable babysitting multiple children at a time. Whether it's playing outside, baking cookies, or...
Noelani can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our girls LOVED Noelani! We were sad that she had to move:( "
Wendi G.
Renuka S.
Somerville, MA
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Renuka. I have 4 years of babysitting experience. I speak Hindi, Nepali and some English. I'm currently babysitting two kids (4 years and 2 years old).
Renuka can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
5.0
"Renuka worked for us for almost 5 years. She started with us when my older son was 4 months old ( he is now 5 and my little one is 3). She is very loving, kind, thoughtful and extremely punctual. She became an extended part of our family. We moved homes to the...
Navaneeth C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I study Sociology at College in Boston. Over the past six months, I've had the joy of working at St. Mary of the Assumption School as Extended Day Program Staff, where I connect with wonderful children aged 3-5 through play, leading fun activities like drawing and coloring. This position perfectly blends my love for child...
Sophia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sophia was so kind and jumped into playing and reading with our daughter right away! She had fun during her time with Sophia and I would definitely hire her again!"
Marissa V.
5.0
(1)
I am Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certified; I love being creative and singing, exploring nature, things like that. I have years of experience providing exceptional care to children aged infant to 15; I am proficient in communicating with children at different developmental stages, ability to assist children with school...
Moya can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in West Roxbury, MA
Mary C.
5.0
Mary sat for my two boys and was terrific! She is punctual, responsible and lots of fun. I would absolutely have her come to take care of my children again.
- Liza H.
Sima M.
5.0
Sima is very trustworthy, caring and reliable. My family (including our dog) loves her. We had a wonderful experience getting to work with her!
- Care member
Elizabeth T.
5.0
Elizabeth was wonderful! My two children took to her right away, and we heard all about their evening the next day. We will definitely be hiring her again!
- Jennifer S.
Sheying C.
5.0
Sheying worked with us for nearly 2 years l, from the time our son was 5 months to when he started daycare at 2 years 3 months. My son loved playing with her and still asks for her routinely! She would take him on walks to the park, to the library, and around the block; read to him at home; and...
- Care member
Jamie L.
5.0
Jamie was great! Timely with answering request. Stayed engaged with our son through session. Flexible with needs of the house during sitting (our son is a picky eater and she had to make some independent decisions). Professional and mature. Would hire again!
- Michael M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in West Roxbury, MA:
How can I find a West Roxbury babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in West Roxbury, 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 49 babysitters in West Roxbury, 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 West Roxbury, MA?
The average rate for West Roxbury, MA babysitters on Care.com is $22.78 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 West Roxbury, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in West Roxbury, 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 West Roxbury, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in West Roxbury, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 36 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.