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Infant babysitters in Essex, MA

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Kerrigan N.


Essex, MA

$27-33/hr3 yrs exp

Creative And Fun Sitter

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Hello! In the past I have helped to care for many kids ranging from newborns to 13-year-olds. From 2020-21 I worked as an infant/toddler teacher and prior to that I worked at an aftercare program with kindergartners and first graders and both positions were a blast! After that I worked as a full time nanny for a family with 1...
Kerrigan can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Isabell A.


Essex, MA

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

I am the oldest of 5 kids and have lots of experience babysitting a variety of children. I also worked part time during my breaks as a substitute teacher. In the past I have worked with children on the spectrum and am very comfortable with them. I am very approachable and easy to work with and love to clean and do anything...
Isabell can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
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Amanda W.


Essex, MA

$25-28/hr5 yrs exp

I am a middle school teacher on summer break looking to make some extra money. I am available for part-time babysitting jobs, one time babysitting jobs, transportation for your kids, and any general assistance you may need. Feel free to reach out with any questions.
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I have cared for and taught children for over 20 years both privately and in educational settings. I have a BS in Early Childhood Ed and I am CPR/First Aid certified. I have experience working with with special needs children (Autism, Asperger's syndrome, ADHD, sensory integration disorders, William's Syndrome). I worked as a...
Elizabeth can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Leticia G.


Manchester, MA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

5.0

(2)

Hi, I'm a 57 yo caretaker, comfortable taking care of children from newborn as well as elderly companion. 35+ years experience and excellent child care & elderly companion references. I'm comfortable with all ages from newborn to 100 Excellent driving record. I'm fluent in Spanish so when I babysit usually I'm ask to Teach...
Leticia can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Lettie took care of my two children for several years, even travelling with us on vacation. I cannot say enough about the level of care and interaction she has with her “charges”. I would hire her again in a heartbeat and anyone would be lucky to have her! "

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Julia S.


Beverly, MA

$28-45/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Julia and I am a career nanny that specializes in caring for infants. I have 20 years of babysitting experience and 10 years being a professional nanny. I have cared for numerous children and infants, and I am truly passionate about what I do. I am looking for a position where I can utilize my knowledge and skills...
Julia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Julia started babysitting our son when he was around 7 months old and has been a great help! She's so great with him, he seems to adore her, and she's very knowledgeable about infants. I would definitely recommend hiring her."

Megan G.

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Amy T.


Danvers, MA

$28-45/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny Available

I am currently in Nursing School, dreaming of becoming a Midwife. I am CPR certified. I am looking for a part time position that can be flexible with my class schedule. I can also provide occasional sitting for parents looking to go out! I started babysitting when I was 13, often working for families with kids under the age of...
Amy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Amy is such a joy! She is genuinely happy to spend time with my two kids (3 and 6 months). It makes it so much easier to do the things I need to do knowing that my babies are in good hands. Also, she is reliable and is always mindful of my particular parenting...

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Leah F.


Beverly, MA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Infant and Toddler and Preschool teacher experience. Gymnastics expertise. Aba experience and masters in education. I am very patient and enjoy reading and doing arts and crafts with children. I am also good at petsitting.
Leah can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Leah has been babysitting for us for years. She is great with kids, very responsible, punctual, and has good availability. She has incredible experience and training in early childhood education. She is a very kind person, and our son loves her! She's great...

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Pam R.


Beverly, MA

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Grandmother Seeking Babysitting Position

I loved being a stay-at-home mom for my three children who are now grown. I volunteered in their kindergarten classes and taught religious education to third and fourth grade students for several years. Since then, I have babysat for my grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and neighbors. My work history has been office jobs, but...
Pam can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Pam was a great help in a pinch. My kids love her"

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Carolyn S.


Beverly, MA

$20-22/hr8 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a warm-hearted energetic mother of two adult children, with two grandchildren that I take care of frequently. I am also a part-time Nanny for the past two to three years for an energetic and happy 3-year-old boy and his 1-year-old baby brother. I have a wonderful connection with children and enjoy being part of their growth...
Carolyn can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Carolyn is always punctual and is a very reliable child care provider. She is very experienced, which was evident right away when she first interacted with my daughter. She is calm and peaceful with children, but knows how to set limits. She's an excellent...

Camille C.

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Melissa F.


Manchester, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood

I am 30 years old and have 5 years of full time nanny experience. I have been babysitting since the age of 11. I graduated from high school in 2012. Besides in home care I have also worked in numerous daycares/preschools. I am a graduate from the University of Maine at Farmington with a bachelors degree in Early Childhood...
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Melissa is great. Polite, reliable, nice. She's helped watch my son for years and cares how he is doing. Definitely recommend! A pleasure knowing Melissa!"

Daniel A.

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Kaylee G.


Beverly, MA

$23-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Kaylee and I'm a college student. I'm currently looking for some extra babysitting while I'm in school this spring. I have over 7 years of experience working with kids of all ages, including working as a part-time babysitter, full-time nanny and preschool teaching assistant. I have experience assisting with all...
Kaylee can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Kaylee babysat for our two daughters (age 7 and 5) this past year and she is reliable, kind, extremely caring and fantastic with the girls. We miss her already!"

Elizabeth K.

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Mary W.


Gloucester, MA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed Infant, Toddler and Preschool Montessori Teacher

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I've a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Child Development. I'm a certified Infant/Toddler/Preschool Teacher, with 10+ years experience teaching in the classroom and 15+ years experience as a nanny at home for children from 2 days to 12 years old, including multiples. I recognize how difficult it is for you to have to miss one...
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Mary is amazing! She has been with my twin boys for over a year, since they were 10 months old and we all love her. She is energetic, loving, always willing to help out. At two they are speaking in long complete sentences and are almost potty trained and Mary had a...

Corrie S.

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Neta H.


Beverly, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

I am a responsible sitter, I can do some light housekeeping, and am able to pick up and drop off kids from activities. I am CPR certified and COVID-19 vaccinated I am experienced with children of all ages.
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Neta is an excellent employee. I have seen her interact in the dental setting with children who are often anxious and she has a very calming manner and presence. She is organized, reliable and honest and a very hard working woman. She is friendly and kind. She is...

Heidi R.

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Katie K.


Danvers, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Mother Of 5 Looking To Babysit

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

As a mother of 5 daughters, I feel that I have extensive experience with children. I truly enjoy empowering new moms and working with infants. I love playing, being outdoors and reading to kids. I enjoy taking the kids out to activities such as the zoo, aquarium and library activities. I can safely transport them to local...
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I highly recommend Katie for babysitting or nannying. She has helped me with my 6-month-old on weekdays and date nights for the past couple of months and does a fantastic job. She’s reliable, punctual, caring, and often goes above and beyond just because. My...

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Maisa R.


Topsfield, MA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello there Moms & Dads! My name is Maisa! I am a mother to two beautiful children. I have 10+ years of experience in taking care of children. I have worked at Boston Sports Club as a babysitter, where I was responsible for up to 6 kids at a time from 3 months to 12 years of age. I have done freelance babysitting and also have...
Maisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We recently hired Maisa for picking up our kids from schools. She is very pleasant, reliable, punctual."

Ashwin M.

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Yvonne G.


Ipswich, MA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

childcare

4.3

(6)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with children all my life. . I have three graduated children. I'm a very active, responsible person. I also tutor conversational Spanish for adults and children. I have wonderful references , and more than 20 years of childcare experience. I provide my own car, and have excellent driving records. I worked with...
Yvonne can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Yvonne was our nanny for over a year with our 2-year old. She is reliable, on-time, polite, and most importantly… loving/caring with both of our sons. If given the chance; I would recommend Yvonne to anyone!"

Genia L.

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Amanda K.


Ipswich, MA

$40/hr6 yrs exp

My Work Experience

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as kind, caring and patient. I love working with kids. I have several cousins, nieces and nephews that I grew up babysitting and nannying. I'm looking for a job that have steady work hours and a positive work environment. I started working with kids when I was 13 years old. I started babysitting...
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Amanda was so great with my 10 month old son. She played and interacted all day with him. She is very sweet and I would definitely recommend her and hope to have her again"

Samantha V.

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Casey B.


Wenham, MA

$17-25/hr7 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Ready To Care For Your Children

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with children 7+ years. I am experienced in all age groups and highly qualified.
Casey can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Luciana G.


Beverly, MA

$27-30/hr10 yrs exp

Newborn Care Specialist

I have worked as a helping hand for busy parents and their children for over 18 years caring for their children from newborns to 7 years of age. My experience in childcare and household management has directly improved the day-to-day life of the families I have worked for. I am double certified Newborn Care Specialist,...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Essex, MA

Leticia G.

5.0

Lettie is a fabulous babysitter and caretaker for the elderly.. She has babysat my children and also cared for my grandparents. She is mature, positive, warm and fun. She connects easily with both kids and adults.

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Julia S.

5.0

I highly recommend Julia for nannying or babysitting, she's wonderful! She's very kind, loving and attentive to my daughter, and is very reliable. She goes above and beyond during her time here and feels like a member of our family!

- Sarah G.

Amy T.

5.0

Amy is such a joy! She is genuinely happy to spend time with my two kids (3 and 6 months). It makes it so much easier to do the things I need to do knowing that my babies are in good hands. Also, she is reliable and is always mindful of my particular parenting philosophies. Highly recommend.

- Care member

Leah F.

5.0

Leah has been babysitting for us for years. She is great with kids, very responsible, punctual, and has good availability. She has incredible experience and training in early childhood education. She is a very kind person, and our son loves her! She's great with pets, too.

- Care member

Pam R.

5.0

Pam was a great help in a pinch. My kids love her

- Care member

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