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1,123 babysitters are listed in Boston, MA
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Boston, MA
Kaley B.
Boston, MA
$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a graduate student at Boston University getting my MPH. I am a patient, caring, and enthusiastic person with 10 years of experience in childcare. I have been babysitting my three younger siblings since I was 9 and outside of the house sitting for other families since I was 12. While babysitting, I enjoy doing crafts,...
Kaley can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kaley is a very bright, kind, and patient young woman. She has helped me with our family for over a decade and I can always count on her to provide care for my children that is based on both her natural love of children and her strong academic training in...
Debbie B.
Sophia V.
Boston, MA
$15-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am an incoming Junior Musical Theatre major at the Boston Conservatory at Berklee College of Music and looking to babysit this summer! I am very creative, fun, patient, easy going, flexible, responsible, and kind. I absolutely love spending time with kids and have been babysitting around the Chicago and Boston areas for...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sophia is a wonderful babysitter and so good with children of all ages. She is imaginative and creative, and also very responsible and professional. I would highly recommend her babysitting services. "
Care member
Hannah Jane C.
Boston, MA
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Hannah, and I'm currently a college student studying music in the Boston area. I grew up babysitting in my neighborhood, and even helped my mom nanny a baby boy while I was in high school! I have always loved kids, and wish to have some of my own someday :) I am fun-loving, creative, and responsible. I love...
Hannah Jane can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Hannah helped us out on short notice with an emergency childcare situation. She was eager to help and very easy to communicate with. She took wonderful care of our sick, fussy toddler, who is often fearful of strangers but seemed to warm up to Hannah very quickly....
Sarah G.
5.0
(1)
I have babysat for about five years now and love spending time with kids! I have grown up involved in many different activities from sports to singing. I am very active and love spending time outdoors, especially on a nice spring/summer day! I am willing to drive and have my own car. I love to organize and clean as well and am...
Caroline can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Caroline is the best! She took care of my three kids last summer and we were so grateful to have her. A college basketball player, Caroline has a ton of energy & such a positive attitude. The kids had such a fun time with her every day, and to boot, the house was...
Care member
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & 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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Prema and I'm a current architecture student. I love kids and I'll always make sure they're having fun by making art, cooking, or playing outside! I have about five years of experience with babysitting and summer camps. I've also always taken care of my younger cousins and sibling so babysitting is second...
5.0
"Prema was a fantastic sitter for my 3-year-old twin girls. I wish I could take her to Houston with us! She was on time, sweet, and immediately connected with the girls, who can be very hard to please sometimes! She texted with us while we were away and gave...
Wendy T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am an organized, patient, flexible, responsible, fun and caring 24-year-old graduate student that lives in the North End of Boston. I started out studying to be early childhood education teacher, specifically special education, and now I am at MGH IHP to become a Speech Language Pathologist. I have a ton of experience...
Patty can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"We worked with Patty this past year and we are so happy we found her. We are very cautious with who we decide to watch our child and Patty checked all the boxes. She is reliable, punctual and responsible. She was easy to work with and was always safe with our...
Erin R.
Mira R.
Boston, MA
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a student at University with three years of babysitting experience! I love cooking, sports, board games, and arts and crafts.
Mira can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Mira was terrific! We hired her for a relatively complicated job of meeting my daughter off the bus (whom she had only met over a Facetime call) take her home, get her a snack, take her to ballet class on the subway, and then get her back home. Mira handled the...
Care member
Rebecca Z.
Boston, MA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am Becca, I am a 28 years old. I have experience nannying for kids as young as 6 weeks up to 5 years of age. I am used to structured days, fun activities and light housekeeping (cleaning bottles, preparing meals for child, folding kids laundry etc.) i'm currently a nanny to a 1. 5-year-old whom I adore! I'm looking to...
5.0
"Our experience with Becca was great! She was prompt, and took care to ensure we had a nice date night. Would hire Becca again!"
Richard C.
5.0
(1)
As the firstborn on my mom's side and the oldest of over 50 cousins, I was practically born as a babysitter! I also have a kid brother who is the light of my life; I was 11 when he was born and had a very hands-on role in raising him, giving me a sincere appreciation for the work you all do as parents.
Professionally, I was the...
5.0
"We cannot speak highly enough of Ouarida's exceptional babysitting services for our son. From the moment she stepped into our home, it was evident that she possessed a perfect balance of professionalism, kindness, and a genuine passion for working with...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am receiving my master's in Speech and Language Pathology at the University of New Haven. I have been babysitting for younger family members since I was 14 and have worked for numerous families throughout high school, college, and post-grad. I have experience babysitting for children of all ages, from newborns to 12. I will be...
Brianna can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Brianna is incredible. She watched my five year old daughter over the past summer. Over 3 months she was never late, found endlessly creative ways to entertain and challenge my daughter and became part of our family. I couldn't recommend someone more highly."
David V.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Alessandra, I am a bilingual nanny who provides Introduction to Spanish as a second language to newborns and toddlers. I am easy going, responsible, punctual and I love been outside doing fun activities: picnics, play-dates, playground/Museum outings while engaging in Conversation to make the best out of the...
Alessandra can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alessandra has been a brilliant person and nanny to partner with in the raising of our son. She provided love, safety, engaging activities around the city, language development, guidance on sharing and other toddler behaviors and is both attentive and informative...
Savannah G.
Marie Michel A.
Boston, MA
$18-28/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
I'm Marie (or Mija). I'm currently a sophomore in college studying biology in Boston. I had been babysitting children in my town since I was 12 but stopped when I got to college but I'm looking to get back into it! I love kids and understand the compassion and patience needed to take care of them. I'm responsible but still...
Marie Michel can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Marie was awesome! We needed a sitter very last minute and she responded to my evening job posting and showed up on time (actually a little early!) the next morning. She was responsible, warm, and great with the kids. Would hire again in a heartbeat!"
Care member
5.0
(4)
My name is Brittani, and I am a California native pursuing Acting and Psychology at Boston University. I have worked as a part-time babysitter for four years while attending school. I grew up in a household that always had a lot of children, since I come from a large family background. I was the oldest sibling/cousin responsible...
Brittani can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Brittani is a wonderful caregiver! My daughters absolutely love when she watches them. She is responsible, creative, sends me texts updating me or asking me for clarification, and has never once flaked on us. She is great at knowing what kids like but makes sure to...
Susannah P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Taylor! I am a rising Senior at Boston University. I'm looking for opportunities over the summer for babysitting or house sitting jobs in the Brookline and Allston-Brighton area.
I began babysitting when I was 15, starting with family friends and kids in the neighborhood and caring for up to 3 kids. I've spent...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very punctual and makes herself available. She has watched our two year old twins, who are very active! We would recommend her to anyone!"
Tim G.
Ashlee W.
Boston, MA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Joyful, Fun, Former Teacher Looking To Care For Your Pride And Joy - COVID 19 Vaccinated
5.0
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ashlee. I am a positive, energetic dog mom and lover of children living in the West End neighborhood of Boston. I am full of joy, spontaneity, and the ability to provide a happy, safe, and comfortable environment for your child.
I have 3+ years of teaching experience and 20+ years in babysitting. I graduated...
Ashlee can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ashlee is excellent! She never seems overwhelmed by our 3 kids and she somehow manages to give our older two the attention they need while also making sure our infant gets the care he requires. She is dependable, flexible, and responsible, while also being warm and...
Kristen M.
Marion C.
Boston, MA
$22-38/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Marion, I live in Beacon Hill. I'm finishing my bachelor's degree online at ASU, where I study psychology (child development) and biology. My coursework is asynchronous, so my schedule is very flexible. I'm looking to nanny part-time, between one and three kids basically any age from infant to middle school. I...
Marion can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Marion has been babysitting for us for the past 5 years. She has been great with all three of my children from infant to 10 yo. She is very creative and engages in age appropriate play. She follows schedules and makes sure the house stays tidy. My kids love...
Amy G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Halle and I am currently taking a break from graduate school (at the New England College of Optometry) and looking for a full time nanny position. I live in the North End. I am originally from Cincinnati, Ohio, and I have lots of experience babysitting back there. This past summer I was a full-time nanny for two...
Halle can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Halle was amazing. She was on time and all smiles. She immediately got along wonderfully with my two daughters (8 and 5). My 8 year old had a stomachache and was very concerned that she might get sick - Halle immediately texted me to let me know what was...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi i'm Zoe! A super energetic nanny/babysitter ready to bring some fun into your home! My babysitting career all started when I was just 8 years old! (crazy right). I was a helper at my local daycare and learned how to take care of kids from the ages 0 and up. I have been in all kinds of baby sitting positions; nanny, mother's...
Zoe can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Zoe took care of our son during our three month stay in Boston, as we both had to work. He was 9-12 months old at the time, and we are very lucky to have had her as a support during that time. She is a warm, loving, kind and also very funny person and she was...
Renate S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Imani and I'm 24 years old. I'm a second year dental student with aspirations of specializing in pediatric dentistry. I am currently on leave until July, 2024, and looking to nanny part time. I am trained in CPR and first aid training, COVID and Flu vaccinated. I have also completed a background check and have...
Imani can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Imani was a wonderful playmate for my 4 yo and we would be happy to have her back!"
Joy G.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Boston, MA
Kaley B.
5.0
Kaley is a very bright, kind, and patient young woman. She has helped me with our family for over a decade and I can always count on her to provide care for my children that is based on both her natural love of children and her strong academic training in psychology. She stays calm under pressure...
- Debbie B.
Sophia V.
5.0
Sophia is a wonderful babysitter and so good with children of all ages. She is imaginative and creative, and also very responsible and professional. I would highly recommend her babysitting services.
- Care member
Hannah Jane C.
5.0
Hannah was a great babysitter for our 2 children during a recent vacation for our family to the Boston area. She built forts with our son and sang them songs until they went to sleep. She was very good with them and communicated well with us. We would absolutely hire her again!
- Care member
Caroline K.
5.0
Caroline is the best! She took care of my three kids last summer and we were so grateful to have her. A college basketball player, Caroline has a ton of energy & such a positive attitude. The kids had such a fun time with her every day, and to boot, the house was spotless when I came home to make...
- Care member
Lily B.
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 my 5 year old daughter and started...
- Joman W.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Boston, MA:
How can I find a Boston babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Boston, 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 1,123 babysitters in Boston, MA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.9. 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 Boston, MA?
The average rate for Boston, MA babysitters on Care.com is $20.69 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 Boston, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Boston, 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 Boston, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Babysitters in Boston, MA are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 258 reviews of the 1,123 listed babysitters.