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Brooke G.

Experienced Caregiver Available For The Week Of March14-18

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Brooke! While attending college '15-'19, I worked as a 30-40 hour per week nanny for a wonderful family in Weston. I started when their little boy was 18 months old, and during my time with them, they welcomed two more babies into the family. Since graduating, I've been working in tech, but with the job market feeling...

Jennifer K. says "Brooke is a conscientious, energetic young woman who is a role model to my daughters (10 and 8) and has been our babysitter for the last several years....

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Ana A.'s Photo

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hi, I have eight years of experience in childcare. For three years I have worked in a chid care center. I was an assistant teacher for infants and preschool. I have been a nanny as well to children ages ranging newborn to 10 years old. I love art and crafts and spending time outdoors. I am a big fan of day trips to the zoo,...

Care Member says "Hello, Ana has worked with my family and is phenomenal with her work. I have a son with autism and Ana has taken such great care of my son down to every...

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Kiana G.'s Photo

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
I live in Boston with my two wonderful 4 and 5-year-old girls. I have 5 years of experience working with young children. I worked in many different childcare settings in infant and toddler classrooms, Preschool as well as school age. I'm very outgoing , fun and creative and I love arts and crafts , going out for walks also. I'm...

Ali S. says "Kiana was reliable and showed up on time. She is kind and loves babies"

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Olivia T.'s Photo

Nanny

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
My name is Olivia and I am 26 years old. I completed my BFA degree at Emerson College and work in marketing from M-F. I have experience working with pre-K - middle school aged children in nannying, tutoring, and after-school programs. I love creative activities, especially anything art and writing! I am CPR and AED certified as...

Maureen D. says "Olivia volunteered as a youth mentor in our non-profit program for two years. She is dedicated, reliable and communicative. Olivia engaged her mentee in...

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Energetic And Outgoing Sitter

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am an entertaining and outgoing person who loves to hang out and take care of kids. I have babysat for several families over the past four years and love every second! Available whenever you need, even last minute! I can help with the up-keeping of your home and also don't mind running errands or taking the kids wherever they...

Matthew C. says "Kaylee did an incredible job with my son. She is organized, task oriented and has a very positive demeanor. I look forward to working with her again and...

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Creative And Joyful Caretaker

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am looking to assist you and your family with evening and weekend childcare. I am a licensed elementary teacher. I am currently teaching 1st and 2nd grade at a private school in the Cambridge area. I completed my masters in education with a focus in literacy in May of 2020. I have experience working in day cares with children...

Eric G. says "Best Nanny one can wish for. Mary (or Tori, as we know her) has been our son's best friend throughout this summer 2021. We feel so fortunate to have had her...

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Creative Caring

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a loving, patient and creative nanny. Every effort and care will be put into making sure your children are engaged and comfortable.

Rima B. says "We hired Darcy to take care of our 1.5 year old toddler about 5 months ago. In a few short weeks, Darcy quickly became a wonderful addition to our little...

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Hannah C.'s Photo

Arts And Crafts Expert!!

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi! I am Hannah, a sophomore at the Massachusetts College of Art and Design. I have 5 years of experience taking care of children from infancy to 8 years old. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am going to college for art so I would love to do crafts and teach your kids my art tips and tricks!

Care Member says "Hannah has done such an awesome job with our daughter. She’s been babysitting her a couple of times a month since our daughter was about 6 months (she’s...

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Alaecia B.'s Photo

Explorative Sitter

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have 5 years of experience in child care. I can help with Travel and Laundry. I am a student at Simmons University in Boston Mass, I am studying biochem with a minor in business. I graduated from St. Georges's class of 2021. Go gryphons!!

Jordan M. says "Alaecia is punctual and professional. 😁"

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Sara M.'s Photo

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
Hello, My name is Sara and I have 15 years of experience with newborns, toddlers and school aged children. I worked in a day care in Costa Rica, where I am from, for more than 8 years. I also have experience working with different families in the Boston area. I am caring, honest, responsible and enjoy being with kids and...

Care Member says "Sara worked with our family for six months starting when my daughter was 12 months. She is so caring and patient. She has a lot of energy and would take...

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Contractor Looking For A Child Care Position!

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
My name is Alexa and I am 27 years old; seeking a child care position. I attended Syracuse University, but am now working as marketing manager for a health tech company. I have Nannied for a professional couple while juggling internships the past three summers and have found it's given me the best balance since I love kids! I am...

Ken C. says "Alexa babysat for us for a date night. She was extremely easy to work with! Great availability and flexibility."

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Leigh N.'s Photo

Summer Nannying

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi, My name is Leigh. I am a 4th grade teacher in Wellesley MA where I have worked for the past 4 years. Over the summers I run an aquatics program at a summer camp. I have dedicated my whole life to working with kids and I really love what I do. I graduated in 2018 from Northeastern University with a dual master's in Elementary...

Alicia P. says "Leigh babysat for us occasionally while she was in Boston and was always reliable, punctual and great with our 1.5 yr old daughter. We wish she still...

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Michaela B.'s Photo

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi everyone! I am a Physician Assistant new to the area and have some extra time! I would love to be a helping hand to anyone who needs it! Baby sitter available.

Care Member says "Michaela was a pleasure to have watch our kids. She was kind, prompt, great communicator, and I felt like the kids were in good hands. Michaela made me...

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Gabrielle V.'s Photo

Fun And Reliable Sitter

Boston, MA

5.0(0)
from
$28/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
I've worked with children ages 3 and over for over 5 years, whether that in homes or as a daycare employee. I have training as an Emergency Medical responder and in CPR, and can provide copies of the certifications ( although the Emergency Responder is currently expired). I have just finished my degree in Communication Sciences...
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Carla G.'s Photo

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Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a nanny with 9 years of experience providing attentive, safe, and development-focused childcare. Over the years, I have supported children from infancy through key developmental stages with dedication, responsibility, and care. I have experience with newborn routines, introducing solids, educational activities, and I enjoy...

Ricardo M. says "She took good care of my children a good person. "

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Elizabeth B.'s Photo

Babysitter

Boston, MA

from
$17/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I am looking to find an awesome family that needs an occasional babysitter on weekends or weeknights. I love kids and have been a consistent babysitter for many families, including a long term nanny for a 1-year-old and a 3-year-old for one summer. I am a PhD candidate at Tufts University and am new to the Boston area. I...
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Rose L.'s Photo

Babysitter And College Student With A Crafty Side!

Boston, MA

from
$17/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there! My name is Rose and I'm a junior at Emerson College, right in the heart of Boston. I have eight years of childcare experience, ranging from babysitting to working at a pre-school to entertaining older kids at my School of Rock location back home! I have a passion for music, art, and adventure, and am pursuing a film...
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Yanisel L.'s Photo

Part-Time Babysitter Available

Boston, MA

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
5 years working for a government monitored home care center. Have worked with after school care children helping them do their homework and caring for them during afternoon hours. I have experience babysitting children weekends and nights.
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Hania B.'s Photo

Reliable And Caring Babysitter: Ensuring Safety, Fun And Growth For Your Child.

Boston, MA

from
$25/hr
1 year experience
I am an experienced and nurturing babysitter dedicated to providing a safe and fun environment for children of all ages. With a genuine love for kids and a responsible approach to caregiving, I strive to create a positive and engaging atmosphere where children can learn, grow, and have a great time. I understand the importance...
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Christine T.'s Photo

Part-Time/Weekend Babysitter

Boston, MA

from
$15/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
I have been babysitting for families in my neighborhood since I was in high school, including during my 4 years of undergraduate school at Elon University where I babysat for local families and professors' children. I have babysat for kids from just a few months old to middle schoolers. I probably have the most experience with...
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  • 451 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.22/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.9

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Boston, MA

Babysitters in Boston, MA are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 118 reviews of the 453 listed babysitters

Brooke G.

Brooke is a conscientious, energetic young woman who is a role model to my daughters (10 and 8) and has been our babysitter for the last...

- Jennifer K.

Ana A.

Hello, Ana has worked with my family and is phenomenal with her work. I have a son with autism and Ana has taken such great care of my son...

- Care member

Kiana G.

Kiana was reliable and showed up on time. She is kind and loves babies

- Ali S.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Boston, MA:

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 453 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.

The average rate for Boston, MA babysitters on Care.com is $21.22 per hour as of July 2025. 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Boston, MA through Care.com. As of 2025, 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.

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