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218 babysitters are listed in Brookline, MA
The average rate is $21/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Brookline, MA
Stephanie M.
Brookline, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Reliable And Flexible Nanny/Babysitter 12+ Years Of Experience
4.7
(7)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello families! I'm 33 years old, I'm a responsible, dedicated, creative, reliable, flexible and passionate childcare professional. I have more than 17 years of experience with kids as babysitter, nanny, teacher assistant and entertainment monitor at hotels, from newborn to teenagers. I really love working with kids and we...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Recent review:
4.0
Stephanie is amazing! She watched my daughter on weekends. She is fun, responsible and very patient. We are moving to another state and will miss her!
Cristine M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
As an older sister, I am naturally a care giver and have spent countless hours helping around the house and caring for my brother's . My brother is on the Autism spectrum, giving me experience that most people my age haven't had. These skills that I have learned through my home have made me a well prepared and educated baby...
Carley can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Recent review:
5.0
Very responsible, don't have to remind her when we set dates further out. Good role model for my daughters- they look forward to her visits and I know she won't be relying on TV. She also is good about not leaving things a mess!
Kathryn M.
5.0
(1)
I am currently seeking work in Summer 2022 near Lyme or East Lyme CT!! I am available for babysitting, pet care (sitting), and dog walking. I've grown up around many cats and dogs (shelter dog + golden retriever) and have had many short term pet-sitting gigs. Since I am getting married this summer I am looking for short term...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance
Recent review:
5.0
In her work with us, Elizabeth was consistently reliable, mature, and trustworthy. Her kind spirit and love of children came through in her patient and engaged interactions with our two energetic boys. She was also proactive and resourceful in the challenging...
Alejandra N.
Kimberly S.
Brookline, MA
$22-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Babysitter Available For Full Time For The Summer Or Part Time Year-round
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Babysitter Available date nights and weekends. I recently became certified as a children's yoga instructor and am very excited to teach little ones about expressing their creativity through movement and sound! I have pets of my own and would be more than happy to help with the daily household tasks that could make your life a...
Kimberly can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
What an absolute gem. Kimberly saved us at the last minute when another contracted babysitter backed out the night before our care was meant to begin. She was very responsive and showed up on time, even with the late notice. My two girls (4.5 and 2) absolutely...
Emily G.
Xiangyang C.
Brookline, MA
$30-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced And Loving Babysitter Looking For Full-Time Opportunity
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Responsible babysitter with experience in early childhood education. Fluent in Mandarin, willing to teach Mandarin and Chinese culture. Skilled in creating educational and engaging activities while prioritizing children's safety. Enjoys cooking healthy food. Trusted by parents, affectionate toward all cared-for...
Xiangyang can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Recent review:
5.0
Xiangyang is really patient and she really loves playing with child. My son had a great time with her.
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jackie and I'm a fun and reliable babysitter with over 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages. My priority is providing a safe and supportive environment for children to play, learn, and engage with their surroundings. I've worked extensively with newborns and infants, in addition to watching...
Jacquelyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Jackie was great! I needed a sitter so that I could have a mom's much-needed night out! It was my first time leaving my daughter with a babysitter, so I was a little bit nervous, but Jackie made me very comfortable and updated me promptly with texts and photos! My...
Tanya A.
Rachel H.
Brookline, MA
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Recent College Graduate Looking For Babysitting On Weekday Evenings And Weekends.
5.0
(1)
I started working with kids when I was in high school. I began caring for a 1-year-old and a 4-year-old and babysat them weekly for three years.
In my spare time, I like to paint, walk around boston, bake, and spend time with my friends.
My skills include excellent communication, approachability, and flexibility.
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Rachel was responsible and kind. My kids loved when she was at our home. She was excellent with our dog too!
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a physical therapist at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, looking to take childcare jobs on my off days for some extra income and because I love spending time with children so much! I love children and the joy, imagination, and curiosity that they have. It is my absolute favorite to play games that the kiddos...
Portia can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Portia was great with our daughter and dogs. She was able to handle a fussy, teething infant and two wary dogs without any issue.
Ema G.
Douglas S.
Brookline, MA
$15-32/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a college student looking to babysit and pet sit for the summer in New York. While going to college I have been working as an afterschool care specialist at an elementary school nearby, helping third graders with homework and spending time with them. I really love spending time with kids and look forward to a potential...
Douglas can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Recent review:
5.0
Douglas, DJ , is a careful listener. He listens to the adults who supervise him to understand their goals and he listens carefully to the students he supervises in his work with us. He is skillful at posing thoughtful questions using the interests of the students...
Dale C.
Sallie Ann B.
Brookline, MA
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have a Bachelors of Fine Arts in Ballet, and have been teaching dance to children for the past several years! Outside of babysitting, I teach a wide age range of students and have experience with all different stages of child development. I began babysitting other children in my neighborhood growing up, and have babysat ages 4...
Sallie Ann can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Annie has babysat for us a few times now. We always feel comfortable leaving our girls (4yrs and 1.5yrs) with her. She is fun and energetic, always on time and able to do whatever we need her to do as far as dinner, bedtime, etc. She helps with clean up and takes...
Ashlie V.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Lucy, and I just moved to Bed-Stuy in May after graduating from Barnard College with a degree in English and creative writing. I have 10 years of babysitting experience from toddlers to pre-teens and have also spent several summers as a performing and visual arts camp counselor for ages 7-15. I'm a creative and...
Lucy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Recent review:
5.0
Lucy was great to work with and our son really enjoyed his time with her. She worked with us for a few weeks helping with camp pick up and bringing him home 2 miles away. She was excellent at communicating with us, checking in and giving us updates, talking through...
Sarah H.
Catherine S.
Brookline, MA
$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Catherine, I'm from a town called Stow, MA and I am a sophomore in college. I grew up with six other siblings and I started babysitting at a very young age. I will be balancing classes as well as a night time job though I can be very flexible with my schedule!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Reilly. I am a law student in the Boston area looking for part-time childcare or tutoring work.
I hold a B. S. in Psychological and Brain Sciences from the University of Massachusetts - Amherst. During my time there, I concentrated my studies on developmental psychology, education, and disability policy. My...
Reilly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Reilly is an intelligent, kind, patient and creative tutor and care provider. She is professional, dependable, and also communicates well. Our kids have really enjoyed working with her and we would hire her again in a heartbeat.
Carrie N.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Sarah! I am currently a bioengineering PhD student at Harvard University. Prior to starting at Harvard, I received my MS in biomedical engineering from Brown University in 2021. Additionally, I received my BS in computational neuroscience with a mathematics minor from Fordham University in 2019.
I am reliable,...
Recent review:
5.0
My daughter had been struggling with Trigonometry for months which was adversely effecting her GPA. We found Sarah on Care.com and in a short 2 months my daughter's test scores went from failing to over 90% consistently. My daughter has greatly benefited from...
Stephanie N.
Lucy F.
Brookline, MA
$30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I graduated from Curry College in 2016 with a degree in early education and care. Since graduating, I have been a preschool teacher and nannied for multiple families with kids ranging from 3 months - 5 years. Most recently I have been a nanny for two infants (starting at age 3 months). I am CPR/First Aid Certified, and have...
Lucy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Recent review:
5.0
Lucy has been caring for our two children (now 2 and 5) regularly for over a year. We're lucky to have her! She is a reliable, thoughtful, energetic care taker and we've recommended her to a number of friends.
Lisa W.
Amelia E.
Brookline, MA
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
I have been babysitting since 12 years old, and really enjoying spend time with kids. I love their carefree energy and attitudes. I started my first babysitting job when I was 12, and have continued to see clients ever since. I have been with kids all ages, and a willing to watch a child any age! I've gone through CIT training...
Amelia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Recent review:
4.0
Amelia interviewed with me and I found her to be nice, punctual and presented herself well. I am giving 4 out of 5 stars only because I have not actually worked with her.
Anca M.
5.0
(2)
Hi there! My name is Kathryn (Katie), and I am looking to become a part of a family! I am looking for a full-time nannying position starting in early September. I am currently looking for a job with an infant/young toddler(s). I have 9+ years experience of babysitting, and around 2 years with infants.
I love spending time with...
Kathryn can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Katie was amazing with our 6 year old. It was the first time hiring a sitter that she didn't know already and Katie made it a fun adventure, which we are so grateful for! The highlight for our daughter was after visiting a pond near by getting caught in the rain....
Tallie S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Reilly. I hold a B. S. in psychology and education from the University of Massachusetts - Amherst. During my time there, I focused my studies primarily on developmental psychology and children's literature.
I have experience tutoring children ages 5 - 15 in math, reading, and history. I have taught in and...
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 30 years of experience and excellent references. I have practical knowledge in all aspects of managing a happy healthy home, formal and informal, including; child, elderly, and pet care, and administrative tasks. Green cleaning products and methods are essential to me.
I am 56 years old, in excellent health, single...
Whitney can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, organization, carpet cleaning & more
Recent review:
5.0
I first met Whitney while she was in the employ of a professional couple living next door to me in Winchester. The doctor & his sales manager wife had two children & two dogs and very busy schedules. Whitney managed their large home and busy lifestyle with great...
Timothy S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide pet sitting on the weekends in your home. I am a college student and have grown up on a farm with cats, dogs, chickens, and horses. I am very comfortable with and have such a love for animals, and I would be privileged to take care of and spend time with your animals. I have much experience taking care of our farm and...
Portia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Brookline, MA
Stephanie M.
4.0
Stephanie is amazing! She watched my daughter on weekends. She is fun, responsible and very patient. We are moving to another state and will miss her!
- Cristine M.
Carley D.
5.0
Very responsible, don't have to remind her when we set dates further out. Good role model for my daughters- they look forward to her visits and I know she won't be relying on TV. She also is good about not leaving things a mess!
- Kathryn M.
Elizabeth H.
5.0
In her work with us, Elizabeth was consistently reliable, mature, and trustworthy. Her kind spirit and love of children came through in her patient and engaged interactions with our two energetic boys. She was also proactive and resourceful in the challenging situations that she encountered. We...
- Alejandra N.
Kimberly S.
5.0
What an absolute gem. Kimberly saved us at the last minute when another contracted babysitter backed out the night before our care was meant to begin. She was very responsive and showed up on time, even with the late notice. My two girls (4.5 and 2) absolutely loved her and had a blast at the...
- Emily G.
Xiangyang C.
5.0
Xiangyang is really patient and she really loves playing with child. My son had a great time with her.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Brookline, MA:
How can I find a Brookline babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Brookline, 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 218 babysitters in Brookline, 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 Brookline, MA?
The average rate for Brookline, MA babysitters on Care.com is $21.31 per hour as of April 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 Brookline, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Brookline, 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 Brookline, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Brookline, MA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 49 reviews of the 218 listed babysitters.