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Find babysitters in Westwood, MA that you’ll love
60 babysitters are listed in Westwood, MA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Westwood, MA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a 22-year-old who loves children and I am the oldest of 4. I have experience working with kids for at least four years now. I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Olivia nannied for us for about 2 months and she was wonderful to deal with. She is extremely dependable and my then 5 month old son simply loved her! She was very caring and we would hire her again in a heartbeat!"
Sherif I.
5.0
(2)
Hi my name is Jenn I am the mom of 2 girls 22 and 20 and a dog Mom to a 5yr old golden doodle. I work full time but am a task master! I have been where you have been and I am looking to lighten your load. I am available for
Date Nights
Overnights
Organizing and household strategies
Errands
Laundry
Weekend help.
Jenn can also help with: Meal prep
5.0
"Jenn has been incredible with our three boys, she’s reliable and great with communication. From going the extra mile cooking their favorite foods, to helping me with cleaning and laundry…The house always seems more put together than when we left. Very grateful to...
Care member
Karen D.
Westwood, MA
$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
To Raise Healthy, Happy Children, It Truly Takes A Village
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
After college, through work as a poet/teacher, I became skilled at engaging elementary through middle school students based on their developmental needs. Later, when I had my own daughter, I relished her daily changes and new words, read to her constantly, and loved making her laugh. It has been a privilege to help her grow into...
Karen can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Karen was a great candidate for our position. In the end, we did not hire her but it was a very close decision. Karen loves the outdoors and is passionate about the environment. Also her ability to provide a language perspective to my children was very...
Jose Anabell J.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently in grad school studying to get my Masters in Social Work as well as an associate at a Beauty salon company. While at school, I am still able to babysit around my class and work schedule. I am a non smoker, have my own car and am comfortable with pets. I've worked with kids ages 3- 12 during swim lessons for over...
Ilana can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
I am a 23-year-old graduate student, available to babysit most afternoons and weekends. I am the oldest of 4 children and have several years of experience babysitting kids of all ages. I have my own car and am willing to travel up to 20 miles to babysit. I love working with kids and look forward to meeting your family!
Claire can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Registered Nurse and currently work at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Needham in the Emergency Department. Being a nurse in an ED I work with a wide variety of patients with varying needs and backgrounds, and have acquired multitudes of medical skills from this caregiver role. I also have many years of babysitting...
Sydney can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Emma! I'd love to chat and share more about me and learn what you're looking for!! Looking forward to hearing from
All
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Lillian and I am a recent public health graduate from the University of Massachusetts Amherst! I am a 22-year-old girl from Westwood, Massachusetts and I am known to be very responsible, kind and funny. I have been a mother's helper or babysitter since middle school and spent the last couple of summers nannying...
Lillian can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Patricia M.
Westwood, MA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun, Energetic, And Patient Babysitter Available For The Summer!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Over the past 10 years I've had extensive experience working directly with children 1-13 years of age through babysitting, teaching swim lessons, assisting in school classrooms, and earning both my B. A. and M. Ed. These experiences gave me incredible insight into childhood development & why it's so important to encourage...
Patricia can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am currently a rising senior in College, pursuing a Bachelors in Health Policy & Management, Women's Studies minor (hoping to go into Women's Health).
I've been infatuated with children my whole life. At age nine, I started helping out at a family friends local home daycare center where the children ranged from three months...
Ellie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi, my name is Tara. My availability is flexible on the weekends, but during the week I'm only available afternoons and evening times. Please feel free to send me a message if interested! I'd love to discuss more if given the opportunity to interview. Thank you!
Tara can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting for around 6 yrs and have 2 brothers that I've watched my entire life (15) & (11) yrs old. Over the years, I've cared for newborns to pre teens, and everything in between. I absolutely love kids and have a blast watching them. I'm always willing to go places with them, whether that be the play ground,...
Savannah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Emma T.
Westwood, MA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi families! My name is Emma, I am 17 and I live in westwood. I love kids and I have been babysitting since I was 12 with lots of experience! Also,
*I am CPR and first aid certified and can sit with kids of all age.
*I have my license and can provide transportation if needed, non smoker, fully vaccinated and boosted
*I'm a...
Nicole G.
Westwood, MA
$15-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi! I am Nicole, I am currently a senior at Fairfield University, but will be home during the summer months and was looking for a summer babysitting position. Before leaving for college I worked at Dedham Health and Athletic Complex in the kids staff program working at the summer camps. It was so much fun I loved being around...
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Emerette O.
Westwood, MA
$20-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello families,
My name is Emme and I'm looking to help out a family. I am currently studying elementary education and have lots of experience nannying and working in schools
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with travel and cooking/meal preparation homework and housework. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions!
Emerette can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
I have been working with children for over 20 years. I work in a school system as an OT Assistant. I love working with children and making a difference in their lives. I am looking to work part time during the summer.
Joan can also help with: Carpooling
Lauren O.
Westwood, MA
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
My name is Lauren and I am a Junior Nursing student at Sacred Heart University. I have lots of experience with caring for children of all ages. I have worked at Dedham Country Day Camp for the past five years working with 3-5-year-old. Throughout high school I mentored elementary school age children in a program run through my...
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Nancy M.
Westwood, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I am the mother of 3 children, ages 28, 25 and 23 years old. I stayed at home to raise them until 2010. I have worked in the Westwood Public Schools as an instructional assistant, an office assistant, Science materials coordinator and cafeteria monitor, and most recently as the Administrative Assistant for Student Life at...
Nancy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
My experience caring for children began in my own household- as one of four children and the only girl in the house I adopted the role of negotiator, learning to calm down hectic situations and prevent any arguments or problems at a young age. As I matured, my natural flair with children became apparent to others, an I began...
Phoebe can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Sara O.
Westwood, MA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi all,
I recently left my job as a preschool teacher where I worked in the toddler room for 7 years. I am currently looking for a family to work with starting the end of August/begining of September. I love getting outside to explore nature and keeping busy with fun engaging/developmental activities. I have experience with...
Sara can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Westwood, MA
Olivia V.
5.0
Olivia nannied for us for about 2 months and she was wonderful to deal with. She is extremely dependable and my then 5 month old son simply loved her! She was very caring and we would hire her again in a heartbeat!
- Sherif I.
Jenn B.
5.0
Jenn has been incredible with our three boys, she’s reliable and great with communication. From going the extra mile cooking their favorite foods, to helping me with cleaning and laundry…The house always seems more put together than when we left. Very grateful to have found Jenn, there’s nothing...
- Care member
Karen D.
5.0
Karen was a great candidate for our position. In the end, we did not hire her but it was a very close decision. Karen loves the outdoors and is passionate about the environment. Also her ability to provide a language perspective to my children was very appealing. We were brainstorming the...
- Jose Anabell J.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Westwood, MA:
How can I find a Westwood babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Westwood, 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 26 babysitters in Westwood, 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 Westwood, MA?
The average rate for Westwood, MA babysitters on Care.com is $21.69 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 Westwood, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Westwood, 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 Westwood, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Westwood, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.