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60 after school babysitters are listed in Melrose, MA
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 5 years
After school babysitters in Melrose, MA
5.0
(1)
Hello!
My name is Kailey and I am looking for a part time babysitting position in downtown Boston or Cambridge area. I am 24 and graduated from the College of Charleston with a B. S in psychology in 2021. I am currently working at Boston Children's Hospital as a mental health counselor and absolutely love it! That being said, I...
Kailey can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am currently a full time cardiac nurse looking to help out on my days off. I currently only work 3 days a week!
I have experience as a Full-time Nanny/ Part-time Babysitter Nanny of 4 children ages (6months - 10 years old); prepared meals, drove to children's activities, prepared playdates, got to school in the morning...
Angela can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Angela was perfect and my kids loved her!"
Julie W.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Olivia and I am currently a special education Kindergarten teacher in the Waltham Public Schools. I have a license in both moderate special needs Prek-8 and a masters in severe special needs, all levels. I have extensive experience nannying and I feel very confident when working and looking after...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Olivia is a delight! Friendly, kind and flexible. Her experience is evident, she is calm and clearly very capable. My daughter loved her and I recommend her highly!"
Amy B.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Mnay I am a preschool teacher at Head Start in Roslindale. I've been working there for 11 years. I am CPR and first aid certified. I am a mom of a 16-year-old daughter. I have babysat nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends children. I want to help you with your last minute babysitting needs.
Mnay can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Mnay provided references without hesitation. Her references had nothing but positive feedback to provide. Mnay arrived earlier then her scheduled time and automatically made me gave me a good first impression and she's also dependable. She covered a long over due...
Lorna J.
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Sophie. I just recently moved to Somerville. I am currently a SLP-A for Malden public schools. Before that I was a preschool teacher in Dallas for 3 years. I have been babysitting since I was 14 and am now 25 years old. I have babysat for a wide age range of kids and was also a nanny for two families. Being a nanny for...
Sophie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
5.0
"Sophie was our nanny for 2 years. She is extremely dependable, thoughtful and helpful. The whole family loves her! While we all miss her we are happy she is starting the next part of her journey in MA. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My most recent babysitting experience was taking care of a newborn and her two older sisters (3 and 6 years old). I fed the baby, changed her diapers, kept a regimented sleep/waking cycle, sang to her, read her books, and recorded any irregularities in bowel movements or behavior due to changes in formula. I took the older...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Jessica C.
Wakefield, MA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello All,
I am a graduate student from Bridgewater State University majoring in Sociology and Early Education. I have worked in the school system for about three years now with all different age group children- including special needs.
I also have over 10 years of babysitting experience and have gotten numerous jobs off Care....
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Jess was great! We booked with her last minute to look after our kids. Kids were at their worst as they had massive cabin fever after a few days out of school. It was also a rainy day so everyone was stuck inside. Jess arrived on time, kept kids entertained for...
Laura G.
Emma M.
Allston, MA
$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Developmental Psych PhD Student Looking For Recurring Or One-Time Babysitting Jobs
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 24-year-old looking to make extra money while working on my PhD in Developmental Psychology at Northeastern University. Before grad school, I worked full-time for two years doing research with infants and young children. Through this research, I have extensive training in interventions relating to following children's...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Emma was a lifesaver when I needed help with my six month old and 3 year old. She was a great communicator with a changing schedule (on my part). She bonded so well with my sons and really engaged in all types of games. I would be happy to have her care for my...
Julie S.
Roberta S.
Woburn, MA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Loving, Caring Nanny Available Full-Time & Part-Time
3.0
(2)
I work in a public school as a lunch monitor. I am unavailable 11-3 until June24th. after that I am available anytime. I am a mom. My husband works from home. it makes it easier to work. I have a clean CORI. I'm energetic, able to multi-task with ease. I have twin and special needs experience, able to care for several children....
Roberta can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Roberta has been an amazing help to us with transportation for our son's swim practice. She has always been on time and is flexible when we need her. We would highly recommend her and our son loves talking to her about Disney and sports!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm an empty-nester with two grown daughters and was a stay at home mom and loved it. I am looking forward to becoming a grandmother in the future but enjoy being around children as I miss it. I have been an occasional babysitter for various families after school and evenings. Last year, I took care of a 10-month-old boy twice a...
Linda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Linda was very engaged with our one year old child. She sang and played with him, and took him on long walks. He really enjoyed the time spent with her. His favorite book is one she got him for his birthday, which was really sweet of her. She is also good with...
Gilad S.
Alaa S.
Medford, MA
$28-29/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Greetings! I'm Alaa, an 19-year-old college student majoring in psychology. My passion lies in spending quality time with kids, nurturing their needs, and imparting valuable life skills while having fun. Describing my personality as fun, caring, and giving, I thrive on creating meaningful connections with children, being a...
Alaa can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"She is very responsible and communicative. She is able to handle any issues that come up. She is a pleasure to be around and is well liked by many people. "
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
*Availability starting end of July, as my current nanny kids are starting preschool*
Hello,
My name is Sabrina and I have over 5 years of paid childcare experience. I have mostly worked with school aged children in an after school setting and in a hospital setting (including children with cognitive and developmental...
Sabrina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Sabrina has been working with our family for nearly a year and I can't give her a high enough recommendation! She's punctual, professional, caring and works SO efficiently. She has helped us with tasks ranging from home organization & cleaning to childcare and pet...
Mia F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Carla! I have been working in various sorts of child care positions since my early college years. I have a degree in Fitness and Sports Coaching from the University of West Florida. I have worked as a pre-school gymnastics coach as well as a coach in a tennis academy. I have also worked at my universities day...
Carla can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Carla is amazing with my 2 year old daughter. My daughter always asks when she gets to see Carla again, and as soon as she sees Carla she gets so giddy and excited. Carla does a good job of keeping our daughter busy with exciting activities, whether it’s going to...
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
I have a lot of great experience with children of many ages. I worked as a babysitter when I was young and as a camp counselor throughout my summers when in high school and college. I've also worked as a preschool teacher at a few schools and nanny for many families. What makes me really enjoy working with children is seeing...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Liz was the nanny for our daughter for about 7 months. During that time, Liz was an amazing resource who quickly bonded with our daughter despite only having her for one day a week. Our daughter frequently talked about the fun she had with "Miss Liz" and the...
Rebecca R.
5.0
(2)
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. Nurse and Mom of two wonderful girls (2 and 5), I'm from Colombia and Can teach spanish
Jenny can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Jenny is a great person, attentive, careful, loving, dependable, active, responsible. She is full of love for children, I totally recommend her."
Mary M.
Gabby A.
Reading, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a special education teacher at the May Center School in Wilmington, MA. We serve individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental disabilities. Many of my students have severe behaviors, and our staff are extensively trained on Applied Behavioral Analysis. I am a floating teacher where I tend to all of the...
Gabby can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amazing with my 6 and 5 year olds."
Keli I.
Kathryn G.
South Boston, MA
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I Have Been Told By My Previous Clients That I Am The Best
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Katie!
Let me tell you a little about myself! I am 22 years old and a recent graduate from Rollins College down in Winter Park, Florida. I graduated with a degree in Elementary Education and a minor in Sociology. That being said I have worked with children of all ages! I used to babysit almost every summer and I...
Kathryn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
My name is Carla, I'm 32 years old, I'm married, I'm from Brazil, I've been working with children for 5 years and have been continually enhancing my skills through Montessori method courses. Over the years, I've gained experience with three different families, each for an extended period.
I'm a highly responsible person with...
Carla can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"She took good care of my children a good person. "
Ricardo M.
Lily B.
Boston, MA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lily, and I have been babysitting and tutoring since I was in seventh grade! I have a deep love for children, and even before I babysat, I volunteered in classrooms for service hours. I love music, crafts, make-believe, baking, and anything that creates smiles. I am also experienced in ASL, am CPR and first aid...
Lily can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Lily is a repeat hire. When searching for a sitter, I messaged her and she responded promptly. She has been a great communicator, and I appreciate that. Some of the sitters read the message but did not reply at all. At first meeting, Lily got along instantly with...
Joman W.
Christine N.
Watertown, MA
$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm called Christine N a 25yrs old. Am a professional minded, humble and down to earth individual, who loves children and loves to work with people from different backgrounds. Further, I am able to work under pressure, meet deadlines and work under minimal supervision. Am a loving, caring, jolly, funny making, kind and...
Christine can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Christine was our nanny for nearly 1 year (until our needs for the family changed). She is happy and pleasant and eager to please! Christine helped us with our 3 young boys and managed things like driving to school and activities, ensuring homework and chores were...
Melissa Y.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Melrose, MA
Angela M.
5.0
Angela was perfect and my kids loved her!
- Julie W.
Olivia B.
5.0
Olivia is a delight! Friendly, kind and flexible. Her experience is evident, she is calm and clearly very capable. My daughter loved her and I recommend her highly!
- Amy B.
Mnay A.
4.0
Mnay provided references without hesitation. Her references had nothing but positive feedback to provide. Mnay arrived earlier then her scheduled time and automatically made me gave me a good first impression and she's also dependable. She covered a long over due date night, we were completely...
- Lorna J.
Sophie M.
5.0
Sophie was our nanny for 2 years. She is extremely dependable, thoughtful and helpful. The whole family loves her! While we all miss her we are happy she is starting the next part of her journey in MA.
- Care member
Jessica C.
5.0
Jess was great! We booked with her last minute to look after our kids. Kids were at their worst as they had massive cabin fever after a few days out of school. It was also a rainy day so everyone was stuck inside. Jess arrived on time, kept kids entertained for several hours, and took care of a...
- Laura G.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Melrose, MA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Melrose, MA?
You can review 11 after school babysitter profiles near you in Melrose, MA to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Melrose, MA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Melrose, MA is $17.64. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Melrose, MA?
If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Melrose, MA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Melrose, MA to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Melrose, MA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Melrose, MA?
We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Melrose, MA.