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203 babysitters are listed in Medford, MA
The average rate is $21/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Medford, MA
5.0
(14)
Hired by 33 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am a working business professional who enjoys babysitting when I have some free time! I have experience in childcare as a childcare provider at the YMCA, a summer camp counselor, a lead program manager for an after-school program, and a babysitter. I have worked with children ages 1 month to 12 years old. I am currently...
Kara can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Kara to assist with my daughter's four children at my son's outdoor wedding. She arrived on time and handled the children (8,5,1, newborn) like a champ! She was their "go-to" person throughout the wedding and reception. She handled the kids and prepped...
Andrea L.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I just recently moved to the North End and am looking for a babysitting position. I'm originally from the North Shore. I'm looking for a part-time position and occasional date nights! I've been babysitting since I was 13 and I've babysat kids of all ages. I'm an excellent cook, very active, outgoing, nature-loving...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Melissa was great, we were in town for a wedding and reached out to her last minute to babysit our 4yr old daughter. Prior to arriving Melissa took the time to ask questions about our daughter what she likes, schedule, and routine so that she could be prepared....
Harlan L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I currently live in Medford, MA. I have over eight years childcare experienced as a Nanny, working as a Teacher's Assistant for a cooperative in Virginia Beach, or working as an RBT in Hawaii. I worked with children diagnosed with ASD while working as a Teacher's Assistant and RBT. I am trained in deescalating procedures as well...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Jessica was a wonderful babysitter. Our separation was only due to a move. I have three boys with a very active schedule and she handled sports, dinner, bedtime, etc. like a champ. She is calm, organized, a great listener and from my boys perspective she is fun,...
Maryann S.
Caitlyn M.
Medford, MA
$27-32/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.6
(10)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Caitlyn, I'm 23 years old with roughly five years of babysitting experience! Most recently I was a preschool teacher working mainly in the toddler classroom for about one year. As well as my experience with toddler aged children, I have also worked with a wide variety of ages from just 3 months old up to 10 years...
Caitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Caitlyn cared for our infant daughter until we moved out of state. She is sweet, dependable, and always on time. We would have loved to keep working with her!"
Amy L.
Leticia F.
Medford, MA
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Bilingual Nanny With Experience And References Working With Newborns And Toddlers. :)
4.4
(15)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Detail-oriented, versatile and committed nanny available.
Hello families,
My name is Leticia and I've been working as a professional bilingual nanny (Portuguese-English) for the last 8 years.
Providing care for newborns and toddlers.
- Into a Montessori Philosophy and positive discipline method.
Pediatric CPR, AED and First...
Leticia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Leticia has been an amazing nanny for our infant son. She has a true talent for bonding and helping with young babies and children. She is also very responsive. Highly recommend."
John M.
3.7
(3)
I have been caring for children since I was 11 years old. I've been caring for children for about 5-6 years. I started baby-sitting my old sister' s son then I started baby-sitting for neighbors with children ranging in ages from 5 months of age up to 7 years. I volunteer at High School with the Early Child Care Center. These...
Roberline can also help with: Travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Brittany H.
Medford, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Over the last 15 years, I have helped many family's as a nanny, babysitter, and tutor. I have a masters in Elementary Education and have been a teacher for the last 11 years. I am patient, caring, and active caregiver that makes sure children feel safe!
Brittany can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
5.0
"Brittany was an amazing fit for our family. She came in with experience and a great attitude. She planned educational and fun activities for our 4 yr old. Brittany was also very willing to go on field trips for further learning and to break up the week which was...
Megan A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi There! I am an energetic animal lover seeking part-time doggie/kitty babysitting jobs. I occasionally cat & dog sit for regular clients and would be happy to share them as a reference! My vet would also happily be a reference. Please check out my kitty reference on care. com!
I am also very comfortable with dogs. I have had...
Sabrina can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking, administration of medicine & more
5.0
"Sabrina cared for our cats for a week while we were on vacation. This was our first time having anyone care for our cats for such an extended period of time. We tend to spoil our cats and we wanted to make sure that the cat sitter would be able to spoil them and...
Laurie K.
Madeline L.
Medford, MA
$27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Enthusiastic, Adaptable, Creative, And Responsible Sitter, Mentor, Tutor, And Playmate All In One!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Madeline! I live in Riverview FL. I am completing a BS degree in biopsychosocial studies at UMASS Amherst online next year, so I am looking to nanny and care for pets for extra income to support me through school. have been babysitting all ages for over 12 years, have nannied for multiple families ( some of...
Madeline can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Maddie was a lifesaver as she took care of my 4 girls while I managed moving into our new house. She was kind, attentive, and our girls had SO much fun with her. Maddie is extremely creative and energetic. She took the lead on lots of creative activities to get my...
Kaitlyn R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi parents! My name is Joanna, I am 23 years old and have 6 years of experience in babysitting, nannying and working in daycares. Preferred Age range would be 2-6 years old. I absolutely love working with kids and can also help with Travel assistance to and from school. I am currently in school studying animation and love art,...
Joanna can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
5.0
"During Joanna's interview she was very friendly, warm, and bubbly. In addition to the interview, she was really nice to casually chat with. She seemed opened to additional training (CPR/First Aid) and has a great background and love of childcare (starting from when...
Becca S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Gerline. I love working with children. Their inquisitive attitudes and loads of energy make them a joy to be around. I am responsible, dependable, but also fun and energetic. I am originally from Haiti where I grew up.
I studied Early Childhood Education as part of my University Education in Haiti and have an...
Gerline can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Gerline is a treasure. She was a part time nanny for our toddler and newborn for a 9 months before we had to move away and, with much sadness, leave her. She is professional, dependable, loving, generous, and smart. She even helped us teach our kids French. We...
Logan S.
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Sofia! I live in Medford. I love to babysit and have been babysitting for 7 years. I have a bunch of experience with kids and doing things around the house. I also have experience pet sitting. Dogs and Cats. I have two loving dogs of my own.
Sofia can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sofía is wonderful with children and pets. She will take the time to get to know them and is fun, energetic and extremely responsible. She has a lot of experience with children of all ages."
Maja D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sophia! I'm a current college student returning to Baltimore for my junior year:) I am pursuing a double major in clinical psychology and photography. While I'm at school, I love staying busy! Care. com has connected me with so many amazing families in the area! While I have mainly stuck to babysitting through...
Sophia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Sophia was amazing with Paisley! She was very communicative and sent me a bunch of cute pictures. She took care to make sure Paisley didn't overheat and had lots of water on her walk since it was a very hot day. She also was good company for Paisley when was she...
Jena P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a recent Boston College graduate, currently working in healthcare. I'm looking for part time work and I'm also available for occasional date nights.
I have been babysitting for several families for the past 8 years, with children ages 3 months - 15 years. Plenty of local references! I've also worked as a tutor, summer...
Abby can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We hired Abby as an after school sitter for our 11-year old son with ADHD and high functioning autism and she has been fantastic. She is friendly, dependable, calm and level headed, and has come up with so many unique ideas to help keep him entertained and channel...
Steve C.
Maryann N.
Medford, MA
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Maryann. I am an organized and reliable self-starter looking to help you with personal assistant, household and childcare needs! I absolutely adore children have years of experience watching kids as a babysitter and camp counselor. Additionally, I have a bachelor's degree, First Aid/CPR certification,...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My kids were so in love with Maryann. She arrived early and with cookies to bake. She took time to get to know each child. She played games and kept them busy until bed time. Will be my first call when a sitter is needed again."
Christine A.
Sophia R.
Medford, MA
$23-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! My name is Sophia! I recently moved to Massachusetts this past summer after graduating with a B. A in psychology from Loyola University Maryland. Originally from New Jersey, I have been working with children for around 10 years. I have been an official babysitter/nanny/mother's helper for around 8 years. I moved to...
Sophia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Sophia initially for the summer of 2018 to watch our then 8 month old son during the day while I worked from home. She quickly became our go to babysitter for EVERYTHING. She is always punctual, phenomenal with our son, interactive, sweet and caring. She...
Frencesca T.
Medha M.
Medford, MA
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Medha and I am looking forward to potentially care for your children! I am a college student seeking part-time work (approximately 12-20 hrs) during the summer. I've cared for infants, toddlers, and have some school-age experience; and I've completed the American Red Cross Babysitter's Training Course and have...
Medha can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Medha was great with our children, ages 1 and 3. She babysat them several mornings a week for about 6 months. They were always excited to see her and a little disappointed when it was time for her to go home. In addition to outdoor time, Medha was great at...
Caroline C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm an experienced and enthusiastic nanny, currently working as an nanny but I had previously worked as an Au Pair for 2 years. I have started babysitting for a lot of families since I was 16, because I've always been really interested in childhood development. I love taking on any or all child care responsibilities. I'm very...
Julia can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Julia was great with our 3 month old! Asked good questions to make sure she had all the information she needed, was very caring! Would definitely hire her again."
Melissa J.
Taylor R.
Medford, MA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time And Full-time Child And Animal Care Giver-experienced!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have worked in education since 2019, and I work as a high school special education counselor. I have over 10 years of experience working with children, and was a nanny for different families for about 6 years and can provide firm references. I have experience with all ages and abilities. I am CPR & first aid certified. I also...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Taylor was with our young boys part-time for three months before the pandemic and the boys loved her. We are sad that our time was cut short due to the rules of our living situation. She did a great job of keeping the boys occupied, taking them outside, and...
Brian H.
Erin N.
Medford, MA
$15-20/hr
5.0
(1)
Animal lover with 5 years experience in fostering animals. Current cat mom to a new 5-month-old kitten.
Erin can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Medford, MA
Kara G.
5.0
Kara is great and reliable babysitter, she arrived on time and very responsive. She's super sweet and kind to my baby girl , I felt comfortable to work with Kara. We would definitely hire her again for next date night! :)
- Gunes G.
Melissa L.
5.0
Melissa is great!! My three toddlers had a blast with her. She is on time, a phenomenal communicator and has a lot of energy to keep up with the kids. We recommend Melissa.
- Kelley S.
Jessica F.
5.0
Jessica was a wonderful babysitter. Our separation was only due to a move. I have three boys with a very active schedule and she handled sports, dinner, bedtime, etc. like a champ. She is calm, organized, a great listener and from my boys perspective she is fun, always liked playing games/sports...
- Maryann S.
Caitlyn M.
5.0
Caitlyn is wonderful! She took care of our son from about 7 months to 12 months of age. She was so sweet with him. Played lots of games, took him on strolls and to the park, and sang to him. Our son was always excited to see Caitlyn when she arrived- they definitely formed a bond! We moved out of...
- Stephanie R.
Leticia F.
5.0
We hired Leticia initially due to a coverage crisis and we were really glad we found her, she became a quick favorite of our child. She is punctual, professional, but also incredibly warm and loving to our child. She is always thinking of new activities to do with our child, she helps keep house...
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Medford, MA:
How can I find a Medford babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Medford, 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 203 babysitters in Medford, 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 Medford, MA?
The average rate for Medford, MA babysitters on Care.com is $21.56 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 Medford, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Medford, 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 Medford, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Medford, MA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 103 reviews of the 203 listed babysitters.