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60 babysitters are listed in Needham, MA
The average rate is $20/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Needham, MA
5.0
(13)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
*On maternity leave, not currently taking jobs :)*
I began babysitting with CARE during college, where I obtained a B. S in Exercise Science from Ithaca College. Shortly after, I relocated to NC to attended Duke University and UNCG for graduate school, where I became a full-time nanny and continued to babysit occasionally. I...
Auvonnie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Auvonnie cared for our two boys (1 and 3) and did a great job jumping right in and getting them to feel comfortable with her. She asked great questions around needs and routines and the boys really enjoyed spending time with her. She was engaged and thoughtful...
Mary Beth M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I live in Needham and have taken care of my dog coco for 15 years now. I understand dogs needs and happy to walk and be a companion to your animal. I love dogs and happy to help out.
Allinson can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting
Recent review:
5.0
Allie is such a lovely person to work with. Our dog loves her and looks forward to his walk each day. She often brings him small treats as well which helped him warm up to her quickly. She is also very communicative and happily accommodates schedule changes.
Kris F.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
**As of 7/18/23 only accepting one time clients**
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Extensive experience and education: Master's in Education from Springfield College and a dual degree in Psychology and Health from UCONN. I have been on Care. com since 2018 and have worked as a camp counselor for many years. I am happy to work with children ages 2+, pets, and...
Corinna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Corinna is awesome! I would highly recommend her. She is very reliable and my daughter (8) absolutely loved spending time with her. She is very kind and kept my daughter busy doing all sorts of fun activities. She was great with my pets as well!
Kacie P.
Caroline P.
Needham, MA
$19-27/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have always loved all animals and find so much joy in caring for their needs and making them happy! I do have plenty of dog walking/ sitting experience and have plenty of availability throughout the day! I am currently a senior in college working online from home in needham, I also work part time at a preschool.
Caroline can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Recent review:
5.0
Caroline is punctual, kind and reliable. She's terrific with our dog!
Bonnie J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi families, my name is Carolyn! I am a rising sophomore college. I am looking to do some nannying while at school because, unfortunately, all of my classes have been moved into a remote setting for at least the fall semester. I have extensive experience in working with children of all ages ranging from infants to older children...
Skills:
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Carolyn was much beloved by our little girl when she watched her for a couple of months during the pandemic before daycare reopened. She was helpful, reliable, fun, and engaging so that my daughter felt less bored and lonely and my husband and I were able to get...
Meredith G.
I have 8 years of experience. I can help with homework, engaging with multiple children at once, meal prepping, laundry, bedtime, carpooling, etc.
I am finishing up my masters in social work at Boston University. I currently work part time in the Community Violence Response Team. I also work part time at a healthcare software...
Colleen can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hi! My name is Lindsey. I am a 21-year-old college student entering into my senior year at Elon University, North Carolina. I graduated from Needham High School in June 2020. I am the middle of five children in my family and as you can imagine my life is always pretty hectic at home, but I love it! I have an abundance of...
Lindsey can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Hi! My name is Julia D and I am a Junior at Hofstra University studying music education. In my free time, I make music and try to fill my life with as much art as possible. I am an education major firstly because I love being able to influence others' lives and communicate a subject that I care deeply about; teaching is...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My name is Jessi, and I am a 22-year-old from Needham. This past month, I graduated from UMass Amherst with a degree in Communications and a minor in Economics. At UMass, I worked in the campus recreation center, and there I received CPR training along with other first-aid skills. I've had many years of experience with children....
Jessi can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Hello! I have 10 + years experience babysitting, I have cared for families in the Wellesley and needham area . I have a full time job 8-5 but love helping out when I can. I lifeguarded at Wellesley country club so I am CPR certified. I am happy to be a local resource to you and your family. I can help with chores, caring for...
Allinson can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Lilly, and. I'm an 18-year-old traveling in the PNW!! I love kids, and work at a daycare in the summers, where I do lots of crafts and other activities with kids ages 3-6. I'm especially good at connecting with young and creative children, and developing age appropriate art projects to do with them. In addition to...
Lillian can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have helped clean houses for the past 10+ years while babysitting. I also clean house toilets, kitchens, vaccum, scrub floors, and am willing to take on projects to keep your house clean. I also know how to food prep and have a food Instagram if food preparation is required. I have been in the Boston area my whole life .
Allinson can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning
I am actually working as a babysitter with 3 boys (2, 5, 7) from M-F but I have the evenings off as well as the weekends. So, I would be a great fit for that couple who wanna have some date nights, take a short trip alone or just have some time to do their own things.
I have a lot of patience working with kids. I'm flexible if...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
I love working with kids ages five and up. Whether it be playing sports outside, helping out with arts and crafts, getting them to do summer work, I would love to help. I am CPR and first aid certified, as well as having received wilderness lifeguard training. I have worked as a special needs caregiver and volunteered for...
Ian D can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I'd describe my personality as caring, patient, and fun!
I like working with kids because I love to interact and spend time with them. It's rewarding to see the world through their eyes!
I'm looking for a job that involves child care and or driving to activities.
I started working with kids around 4 to 5 years ago. Since then...
Chloe can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am a current Boston Hospital NICU nurse and have many years of experience with infants, babies, toddlers and school aged children. I am creative, trusting and compassionate. I love arts and crafts, playing outside, reading and playing games. I am skilled in developmental milestones for babies. I am BLS CPR certified for...
Alison can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Hannah, and working with children is my passion. I received my B. A. from Lesley University in child studies with a double minor in education and psychology in 2018. I am currently a graduate student at Lasell University studying special education, and I am a pre-k learning assistant in Weston, where I have...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Caleigh P.
Needham, MA
$25-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello :) I am Caleigh, I am 24 years old and am currently on clinical rotations in my 3rd year of graduate school at MCPHS to become a Physician Assistant. I attended Bryant University for undergrad and majoring in Biology with a concentration in Psychology (including educational psych). Additional certifications include CPR and...
Caleigh can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Katherine S.
Needham, MA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! I am a kind, caring, responsible person with years of camp counseling, nannying, babysitting, dog watching and day care experience under my belt. Can provide references if needed.
Katherine can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Bella A.
Needham, MA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! I am Bella and I recently graduated from UMass Amherst. I have been babysitting for over 10 years with kids of all ages so I have a lot of experience. I also have a car so I am able to help out with transportation!
Bella can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Needham, MA
Auvonnie D.
5.0
Auvonnie cared for our two boys (1 and 3) and did a great job jumping right in and getting them to feel comfortable with her. She asked great questions around needs and routines and the boys really enjoyed spending time with her. She was engaged and thoughtful and we will definitely hire her...
- Mary Beth M.
Allinson B.
5.0
Allie is such a lovely person to work with. Our dog loves her and looks forward to his walk each day. She often brings him small treats as well which helped him warm up to her quickly. She is also very communicative and happily accommodates schedule changes.
- Kris F.
Corinna K.
5.0
Corinna is awesome! I would highly recommend her. She is very reliable and my daughter (8) absolutely loved spending time with her. She is very kind and kept my daughter busy doing all sorts of fun activities. She was great with my pets as well!
- Kacie P.
Caroline P.
5.0
Caroline is punctual, kind and reliable. She's terrific with our dog!
- Bonnie J.
Carolyn W.
5.0
Carolyn was much beloved by our little girl when she watched her for a couple of months during the pandemic before daycare reopened. She was helpful, reliable, fun, and engaging so that my daughter felt less bored and lonely and my husband and I were able to get necessary work done! We cannot thank...
- Meredith G.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Needham, MA:
How can I find a Needham babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Needham, 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 49 babysitters in Needham, 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 Needham, MA?
The average rate for Needham, MA babysitters on Care.com is $20.02 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 Needham, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Needham, 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 Needham, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Needham, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 28 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.