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60 infant babysitters are listed in Melrose, MA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby infant babysitters is 5 years
Infant babysitters in Melrose, MA
Hello!
My name is Caty, I am a graduate student at Bridgewater State University. I am hoping to find part time nanny job and continue to build relationships with families. I am fully vaccinated with multiple boosters.
A little about me:
-I have over 7 year experience babysitting children ages 7 months to 12 years old
-In...
Cathryn can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Nevina S.
Melrose, MA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I'm a mom of two girls both college graduates. I have years of experience working with children of different ages as well as children with disabilities. I have a reliable car. I absolutely love working with children. Starting September I will have Tuesday/Thursday availability till 3:00pm
Nevina can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"Navina is amazing! We’ve been working with Navina for almost a year. My daughter loves her. She is reliable, energetic, and really engaging with my daughter. She is always thinking of new things to do with her that will help her developmentally. We are so...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am brand new to Care. com and am eager to get started :) I have always loved children and miss having them around in my life! I moved to NYC two years ago from Kansas City with the engineering company that I currently work for as a Civil Engineer. Back home, I had the kiddos of my friends and family to play with and watch...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Smart, fun and professional. My daughter liked her very much. My dog, too!"
Marybeth L.
I am a mom of three. My oldest is 28. I have years experience in care-giving. References available.
Karen can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
I am have lived in Melrose most of my life. I live here now with my husband and college age daughter.
After college I worked for 10 years as a pediatric nurse in Boston and for the last 20 years I have taught Irish dancing to children age 4 up to college.
I am responsible , reliable and hard working .
I love spending time with...
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Sukhman K.
Melrose, MA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
As a natural caregiver with over six years of experience, my passion lies in fostering the growth and development of children. I believe in creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn, play, and grow to their fullest potential.
My patient and calm nature allows me to handle any situation with ease, and my...
Sukhman can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Shandre G.
Melrose, MA
$22-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a reliable childcare provider with over five years of experience caring for children of all ages. I'm passionate about providing a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for children to learn and grow. With my calm and friendly demeanor, I have a knack for connecting with children and building strong relationships with...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with children since I was very young, beginning with watching my two young siblings at age 11. I then went on to watch my neighbors children, three days a week after school. Then when I was 16, I got a job at the Melrose YMCA After-School Program and loved it. I was there three years. I have had many jobs in...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sarah has been an absolute blessing to our family, and we feel beyond lucky to have found her! We were looking for a nanny for our newborn last year, and Sarah reached out to propose a nanny share with her son who was only one month apart in age. We loved Sarah...
Lynelle A.
I watched a 3-year-old girl last summer. The mother dropped off her daughter at my house early in the morning. I would make her breakfast and lunch. I would also take her to the park a lot since it was so nice out. On rainy days we would make friendship bracelets, watch movies, and bake cookies that she would surprise her mother...
Katelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Bruna D.
Melrose, MA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced and Dedicated Babysitter
With over 10 years of experience in caring for children of various ages, I am a dedicated and passionate individual when it comes to childcare. Throughout my extensive experience, I have developed the skills and knowledge necessary to provide a safe, stimulating, and loving environment for...
Bruna can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Brenda B.
Peabody, MA
$35-45/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Brenda, I'm a mom of a toddler and and someone who has experience with infants (as little as newborns) and toddlers. Both from professional point and a personal point. My husband is a children's pastor and I am the nursery director, overseeing all the babies 0-1. After going through caring for my own baby full...
Brenda can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Brenda is amazing! She is great with my busy bunch and the whole family adores her. She's fun, professional, dependable and can keep up with my toddler, special needs son and daughter. She is going to make a great doctor."
Fawn A.
Sasha H.
Brighton, MA
$25-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
Caring Babysitter And Aspiring Doctor (Manhattan For The Summer!)
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sasha and I go to University and am a pre-med student. I am in NYC for the summer, where I grew up. I adore working with infants and I hope to work in the field of Neonatology. I have over 6 years of experience, with ages newborn (including preemies) - 12 years. I can help with light housekeeping, running...
Sasha can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sasha was extremely kind and well versed in taking care of our newborn. She is lovely and helpful - couldn't recommend her enough!"
Amanda J.
4.9
(9)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Experience/Bio:
I reside in the back Bay Area with my 6-year-old baby girl. I have 16 years of experience caring for children of all ages with a specialty in infants and toddlers. I consider my self a vibrant and nurturing individual. Some of my interests including arts and crafts, as well as cooking and reading. I am lead...
Sharice can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Shai was great watching our 14-month old for about 8 hours. Would recommend her. From feeding to diaper changes and playtime, Shai was totally comfortable and good at adapting to the various moods of a 14-month old."
Marylauran H.
Jenni R.
Cambridge, MA
$26-36/hr • 5 yrs exp
Babysitter CPR, First Aid, S.I.D.S Certified. Specialize In Infant Care.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have almost 5 years of experience being a live-in and live-out nanny for 8 beautiful, healthy, and energetic baby boys and girls and 6 different families. I am a certified Newborn and Infant Care Specialist, and I have a degree in child development. I am certified in infant, child, and adult CPR/AED/First Aid. I have also...
Jenni can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jennifer watched my 9 month old daughter two separate days. I'm a first time mom so she was very understanding about me wanting lots of updates a pictures. My daughter loved her. She was always on time and very dependable. I'd highly recommend her and look forward...
Ashleigh R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm looking for a recurring nanny position with a Boston-local family. I have 8+ years of experience with children, from infants through middle school age. I love to craft, make music, and play outside with the kids I work with! I have a clean driving record, am a non-smoker, and have passed all of Care. com's background checks.
Charlotte can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
5.0
"I interviewed Charlotte for a job to babysit my daughter, and though I had ended up filling the job the previous day I wanted to interview her for future possible opportunities. She was very responsive in her messages and punctual to the interview (via phone). I...
Amanda T.
Nantanat B.
Watertown, MA
$28-45/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Natty I live in Watertown
I'm a highly motivated, creative, flexible, and patient babysitter with over 7 years of experience working with children in the US and experience from Thailand for 2 years with children ( Yes !! I'm a teacher:) )I have excellent oral communication skills , English, Thai.
I simply love...
Nantanat can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Natty was the nanny of our one-year-old son for a year. She also took care of our five-year-old daughter when her school was closed during the pandemic. Natty has always been thoughtful, helpful, dependable, and wonderful with the children. I especially...
Hannah C.
Doriana R.
Everett, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
42 years old.. mother of 4 blessed kids, .. 4 years kindergarten teacher in Brazil.. lots of experience here as baby-sitter ( references can be provided .. I'm very patient.. love work with kids !!!
Doriana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Great professional. I really recommend"
Dirlene S.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I have previously babysat a 9-month-old baby, 2 years old and 7-year-old children. I have also tutored 3 children between 3rd grade through 6th grade. I am very caring, responsible/reliable, patient, active and attentive. I enjoy playing with kids and am good at taking initiative when needed.
Melisa can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"My 8 year old had a great time during the 5hrs he spent with melissa. She played with him the whole time.
I would definitley rehire her and i am glad we found her."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi Families! I am Pakavadee. My nickname is Kaning. I am from Thailand. I am looking for full time or part time position. Start in September, 2023. I graduated of nursing from Thailand. I have experienced about 2 years of newborn, baby and experienced over 5 years of kids (age 1-12).
I am very kind and patient. I love doing...
Pakavadee can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kaning is a wonderful person and a great sitter! She worked full-time with us in May-June 2023 and took care of my 2.5 year old. My son loved her and she made sure he would enjoy plenty of outdoor activities. She is trustworthy, punctual and caring, always with a...
Anna B.
Carol Z.
Burlington, MA
$28/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I live in Burlington with my family. I am looking for a long-term job. I have college degree, fluent English/Mandarin /Cantonese. I am responsible, reliable, hard-working and always on time. I have my own car and clean drive record. I love pets, cooking, exercising and photography.
My nanny-related work experience are as...
Carol can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Carol was babysitting for our two girls (3 and 1.5) and the girls love her and had a good time. She is very patient and caring. After the play, she helps restore the order of playroom so that I have one less thing to do. "
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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Melrose, MA
Nevina S.
5.0
Nevina has been a part of our family for 3 years now. My children adore her and so do I. Nevina picks up my kids after school and is always finding an activity, craft or past time to do with them. She always gets hugs from the kids when she leaves for the day. Nevina is always responsible, reliable...
- Caitlin F.
Isabel D.
5.0
Smart, fun and professional. My daughter liked her very much. My dog, too!
- Marybeth L.
Sarah W.
5.0
Sarah has been an absolute blessing to our family, and we feel beyond lucky to have found her! We were looking for a nanny for our newborn last year, and Sarah reached out to propose a nanny share with her son who was only one month apart in age. We loved Sarah from the second we met her, and we're...
- Lynelle A.
Brenda B.
5.0
Brenda has been unbelievable - I think she is truly the baby whisperer. Having newborn night help has been the singular biggest godsend after having our baby and I don’t think help comes in better forms then Brenda. She is warm, upbeat and so knowledgeable about baby care. The exhaustion and stress...
- Care member
Sasha H.
5.0
Sasha was extremely kind and well versed in taking care of our newborn. She is lovely and helpful - couldn't recommend her enough!
- Amanda J.
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FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Melrose, MA
What is the average pay for an infant babysitter near me in Melrose, MA in February, 2025?
If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in Massachusetts, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Melrose have rates starting at $21.33.
How can I find an infant babysitter near me in Melrose, MA?
To find the right infant babysitter for you and your family, you can search through babysitting websites like Care.com to find the right fit. You can find 30 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.
What questions should I ask a potential infant babysitter near me in Melrose, MA?
There are 30 infant babysitters near you in Melrose, MA. To narrow down your choices, you’ll want to interview potential infant babysitters. When it comes time to interview different potential caretakers, you may want to have a list of questions to ask potential babysitters for infants. You may want to ask them what babysitter duties they’ll take on, what their past work experience is like, and if they have any references you can speak to. The right questions to ask when interviewing a babysitter for an infant are the questions that matter to you.
Ratings for Melrose, MA infant babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Infant Babysitters in Melrose, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 33 reviews of the 60 listed infant babysitters.