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242 child care providers are listed in Waltham, MA

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby child care providers is 6 years

Child care providers in Waltham, MA

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Lynne W.


Waltham, MA

$22-28/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

(4)

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Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a single mom of 2 girls, ages 7 and 4. I have had lots of experience caring for my own children and my two nephews from ages newborn to 8 years old. I have care giving experience with children newborn to 15 years old. I am a professional figure skater and also have 27 years experience teaching ice skating lessons to...
Lynne can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Lynne was fantastic! She was wonderful with my 5yo, and he is asking for her to come back again soon."

Rebecca W.

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Fatima B.


Waltham, MA

$25/hr2 yrs exp

Looking To Be A Nanny For Infants.

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:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We met Fatima for a weekend day and she was kind to our children, playful and energetic. "

Aaida S.

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Krystal M.


Waltham, MA

$25-40/hr6 yrs exp

Available For Babysitting On Monday's

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I am 30 years old and am a biologist working at a pharmaceutical company. I've always been drawn to children as I am an older sibling, aunt, and have held several babysitting/nannying jobs over the years. I have experience from newborn to preteen, but most of my 'professional experience' is btwn. ages 0-8. My most...
Krystal can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Krystal watched our then-6-month-old daughter for several months, and was incredibly patient, caring, kind, nurturing, and loving to our daughter. She took direction well and understood and respected our parental preferences. She helped foster our daughter's love...

Tom F.

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Brianna W.


Waltham, MA

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Attentive And Experienced After-School Caregiver

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: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
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.

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Winfred M.


Waltham, MA

$25-32/hr2 yrs exp

Nanny Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother who have raised two children a boy and a girl now in high school and College. As a Nanny I am caring , friendly, playful and can engage a child in developmentally appropriate activities. I can teach writing and Math and Nursery Rhymes to the younger children. I am an artist and can teach children to draw. I am...
Winfred can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"We need someone on very short notice to take care of your 4 year old daughter because her school was closed and we had to work. Winnie accepted the job, and when we talked on the phone she asked me about my daughter. I told Winnie she is getting interested in art....

Charles M.

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Andrea R.


Waltham, MA

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Get To Know Me

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, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & 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.

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Sarah K.


Waltham, MA

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny

Hello, my name is Sarah and I recently graduated from the University of Minnesota in May. I have a B. A. degree in Speech Language Hearing Sciences and I have a passion for the Deaf community, ASL, and child development. I am moving to the Boston area in the beginning of August and I am looking for a great family to nanny for...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I had a phone and in-person interview with Sarah for a nanny position. She was very responsive to chats, e-mails and setting up an in-person interview. We immediately liked her. She is friendly, has lots of energy and was very engaging with my children (aged 3.5...

Kristen R.

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Jenn K.


Waltham, MA

$28-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I have been nannying for 20 years and am also a licensed massage therapist, working with all populations including children. My experience includes nannying/babysitting, teaching in pre-toddler, toddler and preschool classrooms, camp counseling, instructing mommy and me art classes, facilitating friendship groups, being...
Jenn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Jenn is a fantastic nanny. She brings with her a bag of crafts and toys and is always ready for an adventure. My kids adored her, and she would take them to the discovery museum, science museums, and other great spots. We have since sent our son to preschool, and...

Lindsey H.

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Thea F.


Waltham, MA

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Happy And Healthy Development

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I've had over 14 years of experience working in daycares, as a babysitter, and as a full time and part-time nanny. I also have a strong academic background in psychology, child development, and education. I am currently a doctoral student in psychology and will be a psychotherapist in a few years. I love giving tons of...
Thea can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We hired Thea to care for our then 6 m.o. daughter from Oct. 2017-July 2018. We could not asked for a better match between our family and Thea. She is trustworthy, warm and caring. We always felt our daughter was in good care and it allowed me to go back to work...

Eleanor K.

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Ines D.


Waltham, MA

$30-33/hr10 yrs exp

13 + Years Of Experience Nanny Looking For A Full Time Job

Hi, my name is Ines and I have an ECE associate from Quincy College. I'm the second child of 6 so I have been helping/taking care of children since 12 years old. Over the years, I've worked with infants and toddlers, children, I love kids of all ages. If it's nice out, I like to take the kids outside, but if not, I whip out my...
Skills:

Early Education

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Domenica M.


Waltham, MA

$20-25/hr5 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: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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.

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Lillian N.


Waltham, MA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Lily and I recently studied at Bentley University. I've moved back home to Connecticut to be with my family. I spent the previous two years as a florist at Whole Foods. At the same time I worked once a week for a wonderful family, caring for their daughter from when she was 3 months old until over two years....
Lillian can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We absolutely love Lily! She watched our infant son twice a week for a couple months and made our lives so much easier. She is confident, coach-able, kind, and caring. The first day she babysat for us, I came home to hear her singing our son to sleep with her...

Samantha K.

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Meghan O.


Waltham, MA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Sweet And Smart Part-Time Nanny/Sitter Available

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: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Meg is the best. She is so patient, caring, and strategic. My boy loves her. If it is not because she has other jobs to do during the spring, we would keep her for years! "

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Elizabeth M.


Waltham, MA

$32/hr10 yrs exp

Get To Know Me!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as ambitious, kind and reliable! I like working with kids because I want to have a positive impact on them, learn from them and it's fun! I'm looking for a kind hearted family, that will benefit from the skills I've learned from previous jobs! I want to be able to work closely with the parents...
Elizabeth can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Elizabeth is responsive, polite, upbeat, patient and kind. Very easy to communicate with and delightful to have around. We definitely plan to book her for future babysitting needs for our school-aged boys!"

Elizabeth L.

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Juliana K.


Waltham, MA

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Exciting Sitter Looking To Help Parents Out!

Hello! My name is Juliana, I have over five years of babysitting experience with children ranging from newborns to 13 years old. Being a retired athlete, I can easily keep up with any child as well as find soothing activities for the hyperactive! I excel at finding engaging activities, recommending books, and planning outdoor...
Juliana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Juliana has been a breath of fresh air! I have an older daughter that is pretty self sufficient but I wanted to give her the ability to enjoy some summer fun while I still have to work. Juliana has been wonderful. Whether it's watching a movie, playing video games,...

Matthew H.

Child care centers in Waltham, MA

Waltham Day Care Center

50 Church St, Waltham, MA

The Waltham Day Care Center provides a preschool program in Waltham, Massachusetts. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. Their aim is to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. The Waltham Day Care...

Waltham Day Care Center

50 CHURCH ST, WALTHAM, MA

Waltham Day Care Center supports the child’s development with fun, warmth, security, exploration and discovery. They actively seek to encourage socialization, creativity, and a sense of community within the environment. It is their belief in children learning best through exploration and play.

Debbies Child Care

11 Plympton Cir, Waltham, MA

Debbie's Child Care located in Waltham Massachusetts is a childcare provider that offers a nurturing and active environment to children under its care. Since 2001, the center has been serving the community with quality childcare programs. Their programs ensure holistic development of infants,...

One-Two-Three Day School

439 Lexington St, Waltham, MA

One Two Three Day School at 439 Lexington Street, Waltham invites your child to be a part of their learning community where every child is provided with an atmosphere where they feel safe and happy. Their center aims to develop children holistically with a well crafted curriculum.

Lemberg Children's Center

457 SOUTH STREET, WALTHAM, MA

Lemberg Children's Center in WALTHAM, MA is a child care facility that develops the families and children in a warm family-like environment. They welcome all kids including those with special needs as well as children from diverse cultural, economic, and linguistic backgrounds. This child care...

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Most recent reviews for child care providers in Waltham, MA

Lynne W.

5.0

Lynne took great care of our toddler. She was punctual and communicated well before and while taking care of her. She tidied up the house before we got home, doing some dishes and putting away toys. Looking forward to working with her again.

- Care member

Fatima B.

5.0

We met Fatima for a weekend day and she was kind to our children, playful and energetic.

- Aaida S.

Krystal M.

5.0

Krystal watched our then-6-month-old daughter for several months, and was incredibly patient, caring, kind, nurturing, and loving to our daughter. She took direction well and understood and respected our parental preferences. She helped foster our daughter's love of learning through constant...

- Tom F.

Brianna W.

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.

Winfred M.

5.0

We need someone on very short notice to take care of your 4 year old daughter because her school was closed and we had to work. Winnie accepted the job, and when we talked on the phone she asked me about my daughter. I told Winnie she is getting interested in art. So Winnie (who's an artist) brought...

- Charles M.

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Average Rating4.5 / 5

Child Care Providers in Waltham, MA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 123 reviews of the 242 listed child care providers.