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130 babysitters are listed in Jamaica Plain, MA
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Jamaica Plain, MA
Barbara R.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Warm And Compassionate Elder Care Expert Looking To Care For Your Loved One
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a fun-loving, warm and compassionate woman with more than 20 years experience of working closely with seniors and their loved ones. As a retired executive director of New Bridge on the Charles' assisted living community in Dedham, I have a true passion and understanding of what it takes to care for and support elders and...
Barbara can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia, hospice services
5.0
"I have known Barbara for the past 16 years. She was my supervisor for approximately 13 years in two different eldercare organizations. Barbara brings a wonderful mix of playfulness and dedication to her work. She is highly motivated in her work and is insistent...
Tara C.
5.0
(6)
Hi there! My name is Stefica, and I recently graduated with my Bachelors in HR Management and a law student I have over 5 years of nannying experience and am comfortable working with all age groups, from newborns to high schoolers.
When I'm not nannying or studying, I enjoy spending time with my friends and family, reading &...
Stefica can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Stefica is great with people, she's cheerful and charismatic! I've gotten the chance to meet her through a friend of our local Church! I would consider Stefica a good friend and hard worker."
Daniel R.
Saowalak T.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi I'm Sao. I'm 28 Years Old, I'm Funny And Activity Girl.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience with children from new born-12 years old. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry, folding, and all about kids' stuff! I can cook and I love to cook.
I like indoor and outdoor activities(hiking, playground, Picnic, library, biking, drawing, coloring book, etc.)
Saowalak can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We have been incredibly lucky to have Sao as our baby’s nanny since she was a newborn. In addition to being highly trustworthy and dependable, Sao consistently went above and beyond in her warmth and care. Our daughter had severe reflux for the first 2-3 months...
Care member
Christina N.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Pediatric Nursing Student Looking For Part-Time Work
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Christina and I am currently enrolled in pediatric nurse practitioner program.
I am worked as a professional nanny in NYC for children ages 3 and 5.
I graduated from Holy Cross in 2019. I am currently looking for roles that have flexibility throughout the week. I am also available for date nights. From December 8...
Christina can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Christina took care of my then 3 and 6 year old boys full time for 9 months between when their previous nanny moved cross country and before my youngest started full day school this year. If Christina hadn't moved to Boston for school we would have jumped at the...
Alyssa H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a passionate, creative and skilled vegetarian cook with catering experience both locally and abroad. My menus include soups, stews, grains, l gumes, cooked vegetables and fresh salads, many with Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Indian and North African origins and flavors; my meals are wholesome and savory, robust and...
Susan can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, cabinet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Susi worked with our family taking care of our twin boys (1.8 years) for two weeks in September 2021 during our work visit to the city. We could not have asked for a better caretaker! She immediately bonded with our boys and we could see that she is has a natural...
Michael D.
Christin C.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$45/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Christin or Chrissi for short. I am a compassionate, creative, energetic, loving, and patient childcare worker. I am passionate about aiding kids from newborn to 12 in their exploration of the world, helping to make their childhoods bright and broaden their understanding of the world. I love to do craft and...
Christin can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Millacent I.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
More about me...
I am super organized & I love to make things just look nice. Cleaning brings me true Zen and balance, I love to leave knowing the space is tidy & ready to enjoy!
Other Offers:
- Meal prep
- Cook
- Grocery shopping
- Laundry (No Ironing)
- Run errands (perfur in the neighborhood because I don't drive, love...
Millacent can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, dusting, carpet cleaning & more
5.0
"I asked Millie to do some housework and get groceries, and she did everything exactly right. She was really well-organized, communicated proactively, asked for feedback, and looked for things to do when there was downtime while Eg waiting for laundry. I was really...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have 17 years of experience working in health care. I enjoy helping others with their needs. As a Home Health Aide I am familiar with health care requirements regarding fall prevention, Infection Control and Universal Precautions, Hand Washing technique, COVID-19 safety and precautions, emergency situations, weather emergency,...
5.0
"For the last few months, Oksana has been taking our autistic son for weekend activities, filling a critical part of his schedule, a task she does with enthusiasm, dedication and professionalism
I can't recommend her enough and I am so grateful for having found...
Alex C.
Elsie W.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$16/hr • 3 yrs exp
Babysitter With Certified Nursing Assistant And CPR Certification
Hi everyone! I am a Public Health student at Tulane University back in Boston for the summer. I am CPR and Nursing Assistant certified and I have experience in the hospital and nursing homes. I frequently babysat during high school and am great with kids of all ages. I am a friendly and outgoing person with lots of energy to...
Elsie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Nadya, and I'm currently a working professional in Boston. I've babysat since high school, and would love to help you out for a date night or a weekend-day away!
Nadya can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Alexandra M.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Part Time Babysitter Available - Age 25, Working On Her Masters In Theater Education
I have a wide variety of experience with childcare and education. I have just completed my MA in Theater Education at Emerson College. I have been teaching theater to children ages 5 to 18 for a number of years now at a variety of different community theaters, individual shows, classes and camps. A few years ago I worked at a...
Alexandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
I have a Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education and I have been a Lead Preschool Teacher. I am patient and creative. I love playing outdoors. I have worked with children of all ages from infancy through high school. I am autistic and value inclusion and diversity.
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Katie and I am a recent graduate of Emerson College. I have been caring for children since I was 16 when I started doing small babysitting gigs in my hometown. I have experience with most age groups from toddlers to pre-teens and consider myself to be responsible, nurturing, and helpful. I also have thorough...
Katie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am passionate about children and have been babysitting for over 5 years. My favorite ages are 2-5 but I have watched kids ranging from ages 4 months to 10 years old. Some of my favorite things to do with kids is read and play make-believe. It sparks so much creativity which is always very inspiring to me.
Skills:
CPR
Hi! I'm Kelsey. My passion for working with kids started when I was 13 years old as a counselor in training at a summer camp. Ever since then, I have tried to work with kids as much as I can. I love having a positive impact on their lives and enjoy learning each of their fun personalities. I have experience with all ages,...
Kelsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Hi, my name is AnnieKaye and I go by AK! I have over 10 years experience in child care, ranging from standard nannying of 1-4 kids, as well as field experience working in Elementary and Middle schools, and experience with one to one counseling with different ability students. I've worked with different abilities ranging from...
Annie can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello!
My name is Nanneke N and I am a rising senior at College! I have worked a lot with kids and plan to continue working with kids after college. I have worked at a Daycare and School as a teacher's assistant! I am also a camp counselor in West Roxbury. I also spent Covid summer as a nanny to a 4-year-old and two...
Nanneke can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a recent graduate of Georgetown University with a major in International Relations and a minor in Spanish. I have worked with children for over 10 years both as a babysitter and a camp counselor. As a babysitter, I have worked with children ranging in age from 9 months to 11 years. I enjoy spending time outdoors and am a...
Sophia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Kelliah E.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi there! I'm Kelliah, a dedicated and caring babysitter with a passion for nurturing young minds. With two years of experience, I prioritize safety, creativity, and fun in all activities. I excel in creating engaging and educational experiences tailored to each child's interests and developmental needs. Parents can trust me to...
Kelliah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi there! I'm interested in finding a summer nanny position (May 20th-Aug 7th). I have experience as a camp counselor at an all girls' camp in addition to babysitting throughout high school and during my semester abroad, where I worked and played with two wonderful young girls in Madrid to help their English. I love playing fun...
Avery can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Jamaica Plain, MA
Barbara R.
5.0
I can't speak highly enough of Barbara and how she enriched my Mother's and my life. I was so fortunate to find her on this website. I consider her a complete Godsend since I had been looking for someone to keep my Mother company for a long time. My Mother has dementia and I have been her only...
- Joanna D.
Stefica M.
5.0
Stefica is great with people, she's cheerful and charismatic! I've gotten the chance to meet her through a friend of our local Church! I would consider Stefica a good friend and hard worker.
- Daniel R.
Saowalak T.
5.0
We have hired Saolwalak on a couple occasions for babysitting our 11 months old. She is reliable, professional, and has a natural way with kids.
I would hire her again and recommend that you do as well.
- Care member
Christina N.
5.0
Christina took care of my then 3 and 6 year old boys full time for 9 months between when their previous nanny moved cross country and before my youngest started full day school this year. If Christina hadn't moved to Boston for school we would have jumped at the opportunity to keep her on for the...
- Alyssa H.
Susan A.
5.0
Susi makes exceptionally tasty and healthy vegetarian food! I have hired Susi 3 times so far (and am planning more) to prepare a large batch of meals for me that I can reheat and eat throughout the week, and she has done an excellent job. She makes some of the tastiest vegetarian food I have ever...
- Gregory P.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Jamaica Plain, MA:
How can I find a Jamaica Plain babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Jamaica Plain, 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 130 babysitters in Jamaica Plain, MA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 Jamaica Plain, MA?
The average rate for Jamaica Plain, MA babysitters on Care.com is $21.72 per hour as of May 2024. 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 Jamaica Plain, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Jamaica Plain, MA through Care.com. As of 2024, 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 Jamaica Plain, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Jamaica Plain, MA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 88 reviews of the 130 listed babysitters.