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225 babysitters are listed in Brookline, MA
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Brookline, MA
Xiangyang C.
Brookline, MA
$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced And Loving Babysitter Looking For Full-Time Opportunity
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Responsible babysitter with experience in early childhood education. Fluent in Mandarin, willing to teach Mandarin and Chinese culture. Skilled in creating educational and engaging activities while prioritizing children's safety. Enjoys cooking healthy food. Trusted by parents, affectionate toward all cared-for...
Xiangyang can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping
5.0
"Xiangyang is really patient and she really loves playing with child. My son had a great time with her. "
Care member
Stephanie M.
Brookline, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Reliable And Flexible Nanny/Babysitter 12+ Years Of Experience
4.7
(7)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello families! I'm 33 years old, I'm a responsible, dedicated, creative, reliable, flexible and passionate childcare professional. I have more than 17 years of experience with kids as babysitter, nanny, teacher assistant and entertainment monitor at hotels, from newborn to teenagers. I really love working with kids and we...
Stephanie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Stephanie was wonderful with our three kids. She was a natural with our two year old and took great care of our baby when she woke up unexpectedly. She was a great communicator and very dependable."
Leslie K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
As an older sister, I am naturally a care giver and have spent countless hours helping around the house and caring for my brother's . My brother is on the Autism spectrum, giving me experience that most people my age haven't had. These skills that I have learned through my home have made me a well prepared and educated baby...
Carley can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Very responsible, don't have to remind her when we set dates further out. Good role model for my daughters- they look forward to her visits and I know she won't be relying on TV. She also is good about not leaving things a mess!"
Kathryn M.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I my name is Sydney, I am a full time marketer from home, and part time babysitter! I live in Brookline and looking to do week night/weekend babysitting around the area. I would even be willing to babysit during the day as long as you're comfortable with me doing some work! I am dedicated, hardworking, and ready for...
Sydney can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sydney is friendly and kind. My kids immediately took to her, including my son, who is very shy. She is calm and patient and very reliable. We are lucky to have her."
Jennifer M.
5.0
(1)
I am currently seeking work in Summer 2022 near Lyme or East Lyme CT!! I am available for babysitting, pet care (sitting), and dog walking. I've grown up around many cats and dogs (shelter dog + golden retriever) and have had many short term pet-sitting gigs. Since I am getting married this summer I am looking for short term...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"In her work with us, Elizabeth was consistently reliable, mature, and trustworthy. Her kind spirit and love of children came through in her patient and engaged interactions with our two energetic boys. She was also proactive and resourceful in the challenging...
Alejandra N.
Kathryn F.
Brookline, MA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Registered Nurse Who Is Also A Trustworthy And Fun Babysitter/nanny With Experience With All Ages
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a Registered Nurse that graduated from Boston College in 2020 and I have 10 years of babysitting experience. I have babysat for kids ages 0-12. I also have experience tutoring. I am certified in both basic and advanced life support.
I work hard to keep kids active and engaged, whether it be arts and crafts, games, or...
Kathryn can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kathryn has been the caretaker for my dog for several years. She is dedicated, hardworking, reliable, on time, and has provided the best possible care for my dog. She has also looked after my house while I have been away, and I trust her in my house alone. She is...
Elizabeth O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jackie and I'm a fun and reliable babysitter with over 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages. My priority is providing a safe and supportive environment for children to play, learn, and engage with their surroundings. I've worked extensively with newborns and infants, in addition to watching...
Jacquelyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jackie was great! I needed a sitter so that I could have a mom's much-needed night out! It was my first time leaving my daughter with a babysitter, so I was a little bit nervous, but Jackie made me very comfortable and updated me promptly with texts and photos! My...
Tanya A.
Kimberly S.
Brookline, MA
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Babysitter Available For Full Time For The Summer Or Part Time Year-round
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Babysitter Available date nights and weekends. I recently became certified as a children's yoga instructor and am very excited to teach little ones about expressing their creativity through movement and sound! I have pets of my own and would be more than happy to help with the daily household tasks that could make your life a...
Kimberly can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kim is a wonderful nanny. She has been caring for my 2Nd grader and 4 year old since August 2020. She has been amazing helping with remote school and pre-k teaching but as we move on the summer camp and full time in-person school in the fall we no longer need a...
Anne G.
Rachel H.
Brookline, MA
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Recent College Graduate Looking For Babysitting On Weekday Evenings And Weekends.
5.0
(1)
I started working with kids when I was in high school. I began caring for a 1-year-old and a 4-year-old and babysat them weekly for three years.
In my spare time, I like to paint, walk around boston, bake, and spend time with my friends.
My skills include excellent communication, approachability, and flexibility.
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rachel was responsible and kind. My kids loved when she was at our home. She was excellent with our dog too! "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a physical therapist at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, looking to take childcare jobs on my off days for some extra income and because I love spending time with children so much! I love children and the joy, imagination, and curiosity that they have. It is my absolute favorite to play games that the kiddos...
Portia can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Portia was great with our daughter and dogs. She was able to handle a fussy, teething infant and two wary dogs without any issue."
Ema G.
Catherine S.
Brookline, MA
$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Catherine, I'm from a town called Stow, MA and I am a sophomore in college. I grew up with six other siblings and I started babysitting at a very young age. I will be balancing classes as well as a night time job though I can be very flexible with my schedule!
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Lucy, and I just moved to Bed-Stuy in May after graduating from Barnard College with a degree in English and creative writing. I have 10 years of babysitting experience from toddlers to pre-teens and have also spent several summers as a performing and visual arts camp counselor for ages 7-15. I'm a creative and...
Lucy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Lucy was great to work with and our son really enjoyed his time with her. She worked with us for a few weeks helping with camp pick up and bringing him home 2 miles away. She was excellent at communicating with us, checking in and giving us updates, talking through...
Sarah H.
Douglas S.
Brookline, MA
$15-32/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a college student looking to babysit and pet sit for the summer in New York. While going to college I have been working as an afterschool care specialist at an elementary school nearby, helping third graders with homework and spending time with them. I really love spending time with kids and look forward to a potential...
Douglas can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
5.0
"Douglas, DJ , is a careful listener. He listens to the adults who supervise him to understand their goals and he listens carefully to the students he supervises in his work with us. He is skillful at posing thoughtful questions using the interests of the students...
Dale C.
Sallie Ann B.
Brookline, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have a Bachelors of Fine Arts in Ballet, and have been teaching dance to children for the past several years! Outside of babysitting, I teach a wide age range of students and have experience with all different stages of child development. I began babysitting other children in my neighborhood growing up, and have babysat ages 4...
Sallie Ann can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Annie has babysat for us a few times now. We always feel comfortable leaving our girls (4yrs and 1.5yrs) with her. She is fun and energetic, always on time and able to do whatever we need her to do as far as dinner, bedtime, etc. She helps with clean up and takes...
Ashlie V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Reilly. I am a law student in the Boston area looking for part-time childcare or tutoring work.
I hold a B. S. in Psychological and Brain Sciences from the University of Massachusetts - Amherst. During my time there, I concentrated my studies on developmental psychology, education, and disability policy. My...
Reilly can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Reilly is an intelligent, kind, patient and creative tutor and care provider. She is professional, dependable, and also communicates well. Our kids have really enjoyed working with her and we would hire her again in a heartbeat."
Carrie N.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Sarah! I am currently a bioengineering PhD student at Harvard University. Prior to starting at Harvard, I received my MS in biomedical engineering from Brown University in 2021. Additionally, I received my BS in computational neuroscience with a mathematics minor from Fordham University in 2019.
I am reliable,...
5.0
"Sarah has been such a big help for my 15 year old daughter who struggles in math. We have hired several tutors throughout the recent years and Sarah has been the best by far. She has been able to connect to my daughter on a personal level, and she is able to break...
Thea D.
Katerina Y.
Brookline, MA
$15-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
Middle School Teacher And Former Camp Counselor - Loves To Have Fun!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm excited to be in Wellfleet for the summer as a staff member at Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theatre! During the year, I'm a middle school (6th - 8th grade) theatre teacher, and have also worked on national tours of children's shows (most recently, Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus). I've been a camp counselor and enjoy...
Katerina can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Lauren H.
Brookline, MA
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lauren and I am from a suburb of metro Detroit, where I have extensive experience with children of all ages, especially involving children with special needs. I have my bachelors and masters in social work. I love animals and have experience with multiple dog sitting jobs as well as having pets my entire life. I...
Lauren can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, daily feeding
Lucy F.
Brookline, MA
$30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I graduated from Curry College in 2016 with a degree in early education and care. Since graduating, I have been a preschool teacher and nannied for multiple families with kids ranging from 3 months - 5 years. Most recently I have been a nanny for two infants (starting at age 3 months). I am CPR/First Aid Certified, and have...
Lucy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Lucy has been caring for our two children (now 2 and 5) regularly for over a year. We're lucky to have her! She is a reliable, thoughtful, energetic care taker and we've recommended her to a number of friends."
Lisa W.
Amelia E.
Brookline, MA
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
I have been babysitting since 12 years old, and really enjoying spend time with kids. I love their carefree energy and attitudes. I started my first babysitting job when I was 12, and have continued to see clients ever since. I have been with kids all ages, and a willing to watch a child any age! I've gone through CIT training...
Amelia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
4.0
"Amelia interviewed with me and I found her to be nice, punctual and presented herself well. I am giving 4 out of 5 stars only because I have not actually worked with her."
Anca M.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Brookline, MA
Xiangyang C.
5.0
Xiangyang is really patient and she really loves playing with child. My son had a great time with her.
- Care member
Stephanie M.
4.0
Stephanie is amazing! She watched my daughter on weekends. She is fun, responsible and very patient. We are moving to another state and will miss her!
- Cristine M.
Carley D.
5.0
Very responsible, don't have to remind her when we set dates further out. Good role model for my daughters- they look forward to her visits and I know she won't be relying on TV. She also is good about not leaving things a mess!
- Kathryn M.
Sydney F.
5.0
Sydney was wonderful with my 11 month old, he immediately took to her. She was punctual, arriving on time and responsive to my check-ins. She was so friendly and had a very kind demeanor. I would definitely hire her again!!
- Christine C.
Elizabeth H.
5.0
In her work with us, Elizabeth was consistently reliable, mature, and trustworthy. Her kind spirit and love of children came through in her patient and engaged interactions with our two energetic boys. She was also proactive and resourceful in the challenging situations that she encountered. We...
- Alejandra N.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Brookline, MA:
How can I find a Brookline babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Brookline, 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 225 babysitters in Brookline, 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 Brookline, MA?
The average rate for Brookline, MA babysitters on Care.com is $21.74 per hour as of May 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 Brookline, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Brookline, 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 Brookline, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Brookline, MA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 60 reviews of the 225 listed babysitters.