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1,152 child care providers are listed in Boston, MA

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby child care providers is 5 years

Child care providers in Boston, MA

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Bella T.


Boston, MA

$28/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Bella and I'll be 23 years old this coming fall. I have previously worked full time with two families for nearly three years. The children ranged in ages from infancy to 9 years old. My responsibilities with my previous employers have included cooking & bottle feeding, pickup and drop off from school and after school...
Bella can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
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Mary C.


Boston, MA

$28-45/hr4 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi!! My name is Mary and I am a law student at Suffolk law! I am 3rd year law student living in the north end and I love working with kids of all ages and have spent the last 5 summers either nannying or working at an internship centered around international child education. During my gap year between law school and college I...
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Mary was our babysitter for the Summer in 2020. She was an energetic, nurturing, safe, mature and dependable caregiver to our two kids and I would not hesitate to hire her again or recommend her to someone else."

Christine B.

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Amy C.


Boston, MA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Private Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Amy. I am a 28-year-old Melrose MA native and a seasoned, professional care taker. I graduated from the University of Massachusetts Amherst in 2017 with a bachelors degree in the college of social and behavioral sciences with a concentration in sociology. I have worked in multiple facets of childcare for a...
Amy can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Amy quickly integrated into our pandemic bubble very easily and seamlessly. Amy was reliable and accommodating to our work schedule and always helped my kids with their virtual schooling. Even with my son's Mandarin curriculum!! She patiently helped the kids adjust...

Moyura C.

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Mariam S.


Boston, MA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

4.0

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My name is Mariam and I am 26 years old and I have well over 10 years of experience. I absolutely adore children! I am very neat, clean, reliable, loving, caring and committed. My main goal is to provide your child with a safe, fun and loving environment. I come from a big family of five siblings and being the second oldest gave...
Mariam can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

4.0
"Mariam is a very experienced, warm and nurturing individual. I would recommend her - particularly for younger children that require lots of enthusiasm, positivity and energy."

Amy R.

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Honey B.


Boston, MA

$24/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Are you looking for a fun, loving, and responsible care giver for your kids? Well look no further! Hi I'm Honey! A super energetic nanny/babysitter ready to bring some fun into your home! My babysitting career all started when I was just 12 years old! (crazy right). I grew up around my younger siblings so I learned many valuable...
Honey can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"We hired Jalynn as a full time nanny for our 6 kids over 3 years ago and she was with us for about 2 1/2 years. The only reason she stopped working for us was because of her moving. We had kids as little as a newborn all the way up to teenagers and she was...

Jessica K.

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Noelle G.


Boston, MA

$30-80/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm a 3rd (almost 4th) year medical student at BU and 2020 Duke grad. I'm looking for intermittent, flexible work to help pay for school expenses. I love playing sports, cooking, & reading. Not a huge TV girl, I enjoy coming up with activities to occupy kids outside of tv . Previous families describe me as imaginative,...
Noelle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Noelle has been an amazing caretaker for our 3 year old son during this summer. She is extremely bright, talented, and has a genuine love for children and animals. She has demonstrated to us that she is fully capable of showing 100% attention and dedication...

Vanessa K.

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Hannah N.


Boston, MA

$20-35/hr8 yrs exp

Full-time/Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Hannah and I am a recent grad from Assumption College. In high school I taught swim lessons at the YMCA to kids ages 2-15 and I was also the head swim coach of a summer league team for kids ages 6-16. I have been a member of the volunteer programs at Boston Children's Hospital and UMass Memorial Hospital...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Hannah is very reliable, trustworthy and knowledgeable. She was excellent with my children ages 2 and 4. I will hire her again next summer if she is available! Great Nanny!"

Kristyn M.

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Leela T.


Boston, MA

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Upbeat Sitter & Remote School Helper

A experienced sitter looking to be a families helper during these difficult times. Happy to help with remote school work, crafts and activities, laundry, and errands. References available.
Leela can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Leela has been so amazing with my toddler! She has an innate love for children and ability to make them happy. She has always been so caring, enthusiastic and encouraging with my son. I highly recommend her!"

Justine S.

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Paula V.


Boston, MA

$35/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am Paula, and I am looking for a full-time Nanny position. About me: I have 6 years of experience in the Boston area. I am capable and experienced in caring for up to 3 kids at the same time, with a 3-year difference between them. Additionally, I have experience with newborns/ twins. I hold a Bachelor's degree. I can...
Paula can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Paula was very friendly and my kids seemed happy being with her. She was able to cook a simple dinner I left and even cleaned it all up. She texted me pictures of the kids while I was gone so I knew things were going well. We've used her twice now and will likely...

Katie G.

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Madla W.


Boston, MA

$20-50/hr6 yrs exp

Madla

I'd describe my personality as kind, patient, and creative! I started working with kids when I was 15 at my local summer camp. I worked 8 hour days with kids aged 4-14. I planned and lead activities for the kids and spent a lots of time resolving conflicts between them and having some laughs! Since then I have also worked at an...
5.0
"Madla is great! Fun, smart, artistic, worldly, punctual. "

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Gloria C.


Boston, MA

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm a full time elementary school teacher, hoping to babysit, pet sit or tutor in the evenings and weekends. I have 10+ years of childcare experience. I'm currently in my 5th year of teaching and working towards my Masters of Education. I speak fluent Spanish and English. Looking forward to hearing from you!
Gloria can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Gloria is very attentive and easy to get along with. She had a kind nature and is also a great listener. Our son quickly warmed up to her. She did a great job and I would book with her again!"

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Emily R.


Boston, MA

$27-32/hr5 yrs exp

Emily

Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Emily and I'm a 25-year-old nurse in Boston. I work 3 days a week leaving me some extra times to help out with child care! My schedule varies week to week, but I get my schedule a month in advance. I have a ton of childcare experience of all ages and can provide references if needed! I live in the city so I can...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Emily was very attentive to my infant and followed all of my instructions to a T. She was incredibly personable and knowledgeable in terms of child development/health/etc. She made me feel so comfortable trusting my son with her!"

Kathryn S.

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Claritza T.


Boston, MA

$30/hr8 yrs exp

Loving Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm Claritza I've been working with children and families for over seven years in different roles. I have been certified as an infant and toddler teacher by EEC and worked as a teacher for six years. I have knowledge of child growth and development for newborns and babies. I have also worked with families as a nanny with...
Claritza can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She is the absolute best, she was my nanny for a year for my two girls (ages 12 months and 5 year).And they absolutely loved her. She so hands on with the kids. Really reliable and we were so sad when we had to relocate. "

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Elizabeth T.


Boston, MA

$23/hr10 yrs exp

DATE NIGHT/ WEEKEND SITTER!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Elizabeth, I am 25 and I graduated from Lasell University with a degree in Psychology. During my time there, I also pursued and completed double minors in Childhood and Adolescent Studies, as well as Human Resources. I have several years of experience in various childcare roles, including babysitting, early childhood...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Liz has been great with my kids from diapers to pre-teen! Never had an issue and my children really enjoy spending time with her. Very trustworthy as well. You will not be disappointed. "

Janna Z.

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Claire S.


Boston, MA

$25-38/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Pre-K teacher looking for part-time babysitting! Available M-F 6 p.m. onward and weekends. Can also do early morning drop off depending on location.
Claire can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Claire was a wonderful after-school pick up nanny for our family. She was always on time and good spirited. My 3 year old daughter adored her"

Caren J.

Child care centers in Boston, MA

IBA's Preschool

IBA's Preschool

85 West Newton Street, Boston, MA

Named one of the Top 21 School Readiness Programs in MA by Social Impact Research, IBA s Bilingual Preschool prepares children for kindergarten success.IBA s Preschool Program provides a high quality bilingual early education that fosters the physical, socio-emotional, linguistic, cognitive and...

Guidepost Montessori Downtown Boston

Guidepost Montessori Downtown Boston

99 Chapman Pl, BOSTON, MA

At Guidepost Montessori, we design childcare and education programs to empower independence. From learning to coordinate hands and body as an infant, to toilet independence as a toddler, to building a solid foundation in literacy and math as a preschooler—we provide individualized support,...

THE FRANCES JACOBSON EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

THE FRANCES JACOBSON EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

477 LONGWOOD AVE, BOSTON, MA

Starting at $1556/mo

The Frances Jacobson Early Childhood Center (FJECC) at Temple Israel of Boston offers an innovative, high quality secular and Judaic curriculum in a safe and nurturing environment. We foster critical thinking and a love of learning through carefully curated, joyful play in children from 1 year and...

At Buds & Blossoms Child Care and Early Education Center, children learn Mandarin while developing all their natural gifts and talents. Our child-centered philosophy and beautifully appointed classrooms enable children to grow and thrive as individuals, while learning the importance of being a...

IBA Preschool

IBA Preschool

85 W Newton St, Boston, MA

IBA Preschool is located at 85 W Newton Street, Boston, Massachusetts and provides bilingual education that fosters the physical, social, emotional, linguistic, cognitive and cultural development of children. The school serves children ages 2 years and 9 months to 6 years old, providing them care...

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Most recent reviews for child care providers in Boston, MA

Mary C.

5.0

Mary was our babysitter for the Summer in 2020. She was an energetic, nurturing, safe, mature and dependable caregiver to our two kids and I would not hesitate to hire her again or recommend her to someone else.

- Christine B.

Amy C.

5.0

Amy quickly integrated into our pandemic bubble very easily and seamlessly. Amy was reliable and accommodating to our work schedule and always helped my kids with their virtual schooling. Even with my son's Mandarin curriculum!! She patiently helped the kids adjust to the constantly changing school...

- Moyura C.

Mariam S.

4.0

Mariam is a very experienced, warm and nurturing individual. I would recommend her - particularly for younger children that require lots of enthusiasm, positivity and energy.

- Amy R.

Honey B.

5.0

We hired Jalynn as a full time nanny for our 6 kids over 3 years ago and she was with us for about 2 1/2 years. The only reason she stopped working for us was because of her moving. We had kids as little as a newborn all the way up to teenagers and she was wonderful with all of them. She's caring,...

- Jessica K.

Noelle G.

5.0

Noelle has been an amazing caretaker for our 3 year old son during this summer. She is extremely bright, talented, and has a genuine love for children and animals. She has demonstrated to us that she is fully capable of showing 100% attention and dedication during her sessions with our son. We...

- Vanessa K.

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Ratings for Boston, MA child care providers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.9 / 5

Child Care Providers in Boston, MA are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 270 reviews of the 1,152 listed child care providers.