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Nicole W.

High School Sitter

Reading, MA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I have 2 years of experience and enjoy working with children. I spent the last year as a teachers assistance for a preschool afterschool care program. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation.
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Jamie C.

Reading, MA

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$10/hr
4 years experience
I've been around kids my whole life, around age 10 I started babysitting my little cousin. Age 15 I started working at a day care, I've had groups of children (10-20 kids) for VBS and I've hosted many kid birthday Parties. I'm part of the Miss America Princess program.
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Desiree H.

Babysitter/Nanny

Reading, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
I am a 35-year-old nanny with 15+ years experience working with children of all ages, from newborn to preteen. I am currently babysitting M&W but that will be coming to an end at the end of June. Looking to fill the time with before and after school care. Some of the responsibilities I have with the children are doing laundry,...
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Avery A.

Hi I'm Avery And I'm Looking To Provide Summer Child Care!

Reading, MA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hi! My name is Avery , I'm from Reading MA. I'm finishing up my freshman year at The University of Alabama with two semesters on the deans list. My major is kinesiology and I plan on being a physician assistant when I graduate. I grew up as a competitive gymnast and also have coached gymnastics to children of all ages for over...
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Kayla M.

Reading, MA

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$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a junior at Endicott College studying elementary education. I have been babysitting since my freshman year of high school and love kids! I have three younger brothers and have always loved babysitting them as well.
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Charlotte L.

Reading, MA

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Charlotte, I'm a 22-year-old recent grad from the University of Pittsburgh. I'm working a 9-5, but in my free time as I save up for law school I'm looking for babysitting jobs! I worked for 4 summers as a senior counselor and 2 school years working as an after school aide for an elementary school. I've also been...
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Claudia G.

College Grad Looking For Babysitting Job Before Starting Career

Reading, MA

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am a recent grad from Clemson University. My mom has been a teacher and principal my entire life and I have been a substitute teacher and special education para-educator during the time I have had off from school. I am working for the government starting mid July and have gone through extensive background checks. I used to be...
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Julia R.

Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny

Reading, MA

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I currently live Wakefield, MA and serve as the Associate Head Coach for the Women's Soccer Team at Tufts University. I graduated from Bates College in May 2014, with a Bachelors Degree in Psychology. While at Bates, I babysat for a family with two young boys, the oldest of which I cared for from age 6 months to 3 years and the...
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Amy S.

Reading, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi, My name is Amy and I'm a nanny with a degree in Early Childhood. I was just laid off from the family I worked for the last 9 years due to covid. The youngest was 3 when I started and he just turned 13! I live in Reading and have two children myself, they're 4 and 1. I also taught PreK at The Goddard School in Reading. I was...
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Brenna R.

Experienced Babysitter Available

Danvers, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Brenna. I am 25 years old and work as an esthetician in the city. I have been babysitting since I was 13. In the past, I worked for various after school programs, and in school support positions. I have experience with children of all ages and abilities, including kids with sensory issues and behavioral...

Angela V. says "Brenna was our regular after school sitter for over a year, before she moved out of the Boston area. She was fantastic with my autistic son and we miss...

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Caitlin R.

About Me

Somerville, MA

3.0(1)
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$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Caitlin! I have 10+ years of experience caring for children of all ages. I am very responsible, focused & organized. I love children and have nannied and babysat for several families. I am also a very experienced dog walker and overnight pet sitter with dogs of all types. Lover of dogs & children! I like to laugh, have...

Darlene M. says "Caitlin is AMAZING! Never did I think we would find someone who encompasses all the qualities my husband and I look for in a nanny. From having fun with...

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Rachel Y.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Medford, MA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
As a freshman in college, I have been babysitting for about 5 years now in cities in the Boston area, such as Medford, Winchester, Woburn, and Arlington. I have babysat children ranging from infants to middle-schoolers, and everything in between. I am very friendly and bond extremely well with young children. I have babysat...
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Jasmin B.

Lexington, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
Fun, friendly, energetic personality with experience working at day camps and teaching tennis to young kids. Recently graduated from the University of Colorado, Boulder in Communication and Business. Enjoys the outdoors and being active. Always rocking a big smile.

Wendy L. says "I hit the jackpot with Jasmin. She is everything I could have hoped for and more. She and my daughter bonded instantly and I am so happy we found each...

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Leticia F.

Bilingual Nanny With Experience And References Working With Newborns And Toddlers. :)

Medford, MA

4.5(1)
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$28/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
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...

Care Member says "Leticia is a compassionate, knowledgeable and professional night nanny for our 6week year old son. She joined us during a period where Mom was...

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Claire L.

Lexington, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Claire and I am a recent graduate of Connecticut College, in which I earned my BA in Biology and Dance, with a pre-med focus; I am also a Certified Nurse Aide and plan to apply to PA school this year. In high school I began working with kids through my job as an assistant/substitute dance teacher, and I worked...

Surbhi S. says "Claire has been a very dependable baby sitter for us this summer. She did fun activities with my 7 year old and kept him active and engaged. He adores her...

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Taylor B.

Stay-at-home Mum

Billerica, MA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Taylor, a first time mum, fifth time big sister and first year daycare assistant teacher! I practice gentle parenting and safe risky play. I have 10 years of experience in childcare newborn-teens. Experience with Autism & ADHD. Going to Storytime at the library or running outside are our favorite things. Looking for...

Angela C. says "Taylor was amazing watching after my two boys! She was on time, sent me an update, and when I got back my boys were in great moods and it was clear they'd...

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Lauren P.

Part Time Babysitter

Wakefield, MA

5.0(1)
from
$55/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I am an individual with a Master of Science Degree in Speech-Language Pathology. I am looking to nanny or babysit after school hours or early evenings beginning Fall 2020. I have previous experience working with preschool and school-aged children in a variety of settings. As a nanny or babysitter, I would love to make my time...

Arianna N. says "Can't say enough good things about Lauren. She was an absolute pleasure to have around and the kids adored her. The kids say she is super funny and very...

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Ariana T.

Babysitter Or Nanny

Lexington, MA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
My name is Ariana and I am 26 years old. I attended Merrimack College. I graduated with a BA in human development & human services and education. I enjoy working with kids and helping them grow. I have been working with kids for about 10 years now. Right now I want to apply as a child care taker for your child because I love...

Amanda W. says "Ariana worked for me for two summers at our YMCA Summer Camp, as well as during the school year at our After School Programs. Ariana is friendly,...

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Marybeth S.

Part-Time Nanny/Babysitter Available

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
I am a hard working recent college graduate from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a BA in Psychology. I have been babysitting for neighbors and family friends since I was 14 years old, and throughout college I took small babysitting jobs in addition to working as an Autism Support Specialist and Direct Care...

Ashley F. says "Mary arrived on time and did exactly what we needed! Thank you and will hire again!"

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Nichole L.

Part-Time/Full-Time Nanny

Peabody, MA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'm a previous Infant/Toddler teacher, I've worked with kids between the ages of 3 Months to 6 Years old, I was also a live in nanny for just under a year to a premature infant. I am available for pick ups and drop offs along with any other tasks or activity's needed. I love pets so pets will nEVER be a problem! I am caring and...

Care Member says "Nichole was very kind and professional. We flew from out of state so she brought over some toys for us. Would recommend/hire again. "

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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.11/hr as of November 2025

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Reading, MA

After School Babysitters in Reading, MA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters

Brenna R.

Brenna was our regular after school sitter for over a year, before she moved out of the Boston area. She was fantastic with my autistic son...

- Angela V.

Caitlin R.

Caitlin is AMAZING! Never did I think we would find someone who encompasses all the qualities my husband and I look for in a nanny. From...

- Darlene M.

Jasmin B.

I hit the jackpot with Jasmin. She is everything I could have hoped for and more. She and my daughter bonded instantly and I am so happy we...

- Wendy L.

FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Reading, MA

You can review 9 after school babysitter profiles near you in Reading, 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.

The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Reading, MA is $16.11. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.

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 Reading, MA on babysitting websites like Care.com.

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 Reading, MA can really come in handy.

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 Reading, MA.

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