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93 babysitters are listed in Dorchester Center, MA
The average rate is $20/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Dorchester Center, MA
5.0
(10)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Yessica and I'm a student at Framingham State University. I come from a big family, and loved taking care of my little cousins growing up. In high school, I worked as a mentor at the South Boston Boys and Girls Club for two years. I was responsible for children between the ages of 3-12 years of
age. It gave me a...
Yessica can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"My daughters had a wonderful time with Yessica! She was punctual and very helpful, and I will definitely hire her again."
Jason G.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jada. I am 27 years of age and I have been a nanny and babysitter in Georgia, Dubai and Boston for the past 8 years. I am currently at SAHM to one LO and have one babe who's in school. Before my babies, I worked in Jamaica Plain with a 2. 5-year-old, from 3 months- 3 years old. The family then had another...
Jada can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jada worked with us as our full time nanny for about 3 years in JP. We loved working with her, and our 3-year-old daughter and baby boy were wild about her.
We found that she was always engaged with our kids, patient and loving, read to them, found lots of fun...
Eric S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as fun, patient , loving and joyful!
I like working with kids because Children is like a fountain of joy. I can never get enough of their lovely innocent personalities and truthfulness.
I started working with kids when I was 13 I started small babysitting jobs throughout the neighborhood then I...
Tehliyah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Tehliyah took care of our 5 year old and 1 1/2 year old from Sept - Dec of 2022 The kids loved her very much. She is very sweet, quiet, and calm. She got them ready in the morning, read to them, played with them, did KiwiCo kits with our eldest, went through a prep...
Patrick M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 plus years experience as a babysitter, during which I was also working as an after school and summer counselor for the Dorchester YMCA, for children starting from infant age up to the 6th grade. I helped raise my brother while home from college, and children of my mothers friends when ever school is on break for them....
Alani can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Alani babysat for us once thus far and was very sweet with our kids. She followed all the things I asked of her and arrived early. She communicated while we were gone. I would hire her again.
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Alison M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Nickiesha and am a well experienced fun loving kind mother of 4 beautiful kids of my own that I love dearly. I am also a Paid Nanny for about 5 years. I also babysit for date nights.
I love kids and I grew up seeing my grandmother taking care of kids at home so I grew up helping her. Am a very fun and easy going...
Nickiesha can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nickiesha is a very nice person she babysit for me from her home also she is well experience and just by the way she care for my little girl you can tell she genuinely love kids. I can leave for work and feel comfortable knowing my baby is in good hands"
Kimmy D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Elizabeth. I am a loving, happy, and responsible 25 y. o. woman searching for childcare jobs. I have a great deal of experience working with and caring for young people of all ages, and I am currently searching for a part-time care position! Currently, I work directly with youth in the Public Schools, and I always...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Elizabeth has worked for us for the last 7+ months. We love her! She is on-time, great with my kids and very flexible with her schedule. The kids run to her as soon as she arrives and we love that she gets down and dirty with them. We are very sad to see her go...
Margaux H.
5.0
(1)
I have been doing housekeeping for about 10 years for more than one family. I am a very hard worker, dependable and honest person.
Delores can also help with: Window washing, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been taking care of my nephews for years now (as needed). They are currently five and three, very energetic children. I started caretaking for children in college as a part time job for a family in Brookline. I can prepare food, play games, teach educational skills if preferred and I also coach basketball, cross country,...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My infant son struggles with new people and he was immediately calm with Rachel. I felt extremely comfortable with her and trusted her judgment 100%. Strongly recommend her!"
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Yessica T.
Dorchester Center, MA
$21-26/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
I have helped kids between the ages 3-12 I worked at the south Boston boys and girls club helping kids to learn how to paint and make science experiments.
Julian M.
Dorchester Center, MA
$15-27/hr • 6 yrs exp
Certified Career Nany With 5+ Years Of Experience
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Jules, an INA credentialed Nanny and Newborn Care Specialist based in Boston. I'm patient, nurturing, autonomous, and I have more certifications than I know what to do with. I 'm adept at supporting the development of children aged 0 to 12 years old with a care model built around the play-based, Montessori, and Waldorf...
Julian can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jules is incredible and a natural with babies. She’s patient, caring, intuitive, and reliable. I would love to work with her again. "
Steph S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been doing child care for over 20 years. 15 of those 20 years I worked for one family taking care of their three kids from days old. I also worked five years for a family in Newton. I am also a mother of three kids. I enjoy doing child care because it gives me a great feeling seeing kids grow and that I am a part of that.
Delores can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"After 2 years with our twins, we very sadly had to say goodbye to Delores as we moved out of the city this past summer.
Delores is the type of nanny that most moms dream about for their children. She's from the Caribbean and has a very relaxed demeanor (while...
Meredith C.
Kate C.
Dorchester Center, MA
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Kate! I am 26 years old. I am a very reliable, positive, organized person. I am currently in nursing school at MCPHS in Boston. I graduate from the University of New Hampshire in 2019 with a business and communication major. I have approximately 6 years of experience caring for children, from newborns to teens. I...
Kate can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kate showed up on time and took great care of my 4 year old and 1.5 year old. "
Care member
Tehliyah I.
Dorchester Center, MA
$20-27/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello I am a reliable and caring person! I am CPR certified! I can also help with light house keeping , meal prepping.
Tehliyah can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Tehliyah has helped me with my mom ! Helped take her medication on time, changed her wounds , bathe / clothe / housework & meal preps I couldn't thank her enough!"
Monique T.
Melissa S.
Dorchester Center, MA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I am Mel! I love working with kids of all ages. I have been an early childhood educator for about a decade. I also have a masters degree in early childhood education and a masters in special education.
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Melissa was a part-time babysitter for our son from ages 10-30 months. She is a wonderful caregiver. She was always on time, cheerful, thoughtful, and had interesting activities planned for him. We wish that she wasn't moving away!"
Daniel B.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Karen, or Kay. I am a Tufts University graduate (2019) and Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling candidate at Regis College (2024).
I am a certified personal trainer who has worked with individuals and groups of all ages and mental and physical capabilities. I am CPR certified. And I have also...
Karen can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
I'm an enthusiastic dog walker. Proficient in building trusting relationships with animals. Represent a friendly and outgoing demeanor.
Stanasa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a licensed special education teacher looking to find a nannying gig for my summer off! Working in the education field, I have years of experience with children of all different ages and abilities. Prior to teaching, I've worked as a nanny for multiple families, a preschool/daycare teacher, gymnastics teacher, and summer...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Raina, I am 22 years old, and I was born and raised in Boston. I have several years of experience babysitting kids, and I would love to take care of yours! I graduated from Bridgewater State in 2022 with a major in communications and a minor in studio art. I love to draw, do yoga and go on hikes during my free...
Raina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My main goal as a babysitter is to ensure the safety and well-being of children. I am a very quick learner, and I am able to handle specific directions and instructions easily. I have cared for children from the ages of 1 month up to 4 years old. In my previous experience, I have changed diapers, mixed formulas and fed infants...
Wiona can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Energetic baby sitter with more then 8 years of babysitting experience looking after children on weekdays weekend and some special Occasions. I am loving, caring, organized, understandable, responsible and love going out my way to make a fun, safe and stimulating environment. I also have a 7-year-old boy which is my world so...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Dorchester Center, MA
Yessica T.
5.0
Yessica watched our 8 mo daughter a few times. She was always punctual and had a good rapport with her. Very kind and calm.
- Sonya I.
Jada S.
5.0
We were admittedly a little nervous about letting a stranger into our home while we went to Philadelphia for the week, but Jada reliably showed up every day we asked and did exactly what we asked her to do! She reached out via text with one question she had, and it was nice to know our two kitties...
- Care member
Tehliyah I.
5.0
Tehliyah was excellent. She was on time and clearly knew how to care for an infant. She's a natural with kids and I would highly recommend her to others. I'm glad to have her as a childcare resource going forward.
- Andrew W.
Alani O.
5.0
Alani babysat for us once thus far and was very sweet with our kids. She followed all the things I asked of her and arrived early. She communicated while we were gone. I would hire her again.
- Alison M.
Nickiesha P.
5.0
Nickiesha is a very nice person she babysit for me from her home also she is well experience and just by the way she care for my little girl you can tell she genuinely love kids. I can leave for work and feel comfortable knowing my baby is in good hands
- Kimmy D.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Dorchester Center, MA:
How can I find a Dorchester Center babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Dorchester Center, 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 93 babysitters in Dorchester Center, MA on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Dorchester Center, MA?
The average rate for Dorchester Center, MA babysitters on Care.com is $20.59 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 Dorchester Center, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Dorchester Center, 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 Dorchester Center, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Dorchester Center, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 39 reviews of the 93 listed babysitters.