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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
During high school, I tutored kids in elementary (ages 8-10) with math and English, helped middle school students with German, and helped high school classmates with math, science, and English, and corrected university students' essays.
I am currently in university now in a Doctor of Pharmacy program and still continue to tutor...
Grace B.
Boston, MA
$20-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! I am a 19-year-old online college student based in Hudson, Ma! I have one semester left before earning my associate degree in business, and am ideally looking for a full time position till mid august when I leave for school. I have 1 year of experience doing jobs such as teaching swimming lessons for children age...
Grace can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
I am soon to be a secondary education graduate student at Lesley University, with a focus on English education. I have been a nanny and a tutor for several years to elementary and middle school-aged kids. I work at Boston Children's Museum and am skilled at interacting with and working with children.
Juliana F.
Boston, MA
$18-50/hr
Greetings! Hardworking and meticulous college student looking to help out! I can help with anything and everything. I love pets and I love children, and cleaning and organizing have years of experience with both! Please hire me!
Juliana can also help with: Carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, window washing, kitchen cleaning, organization, general room cleaning & more
Ashley F.
Boston, MA
$16-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Caring for Children. Math is my favorite subject, I love helping others with homework. I am a junior in college with a focus on social work and nursing! I have a passion for working with children because they help me learn about the world everyday, they put a...
Ashley can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Santa C.
Boston, MA
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 4 girls I have raised on my own and I have over 15 years of experience with child care from my own home as a licensed child care provider.
Santa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
I have over 7 years of experience. I can help with travel, housekeeping, meal prep, and carpooling! Really love kids and love to see them begin to lead amazing lives!
Alexis can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Maya B.
Boston, MA
$15-20/hr
Hi! I have a lot of experience with dogs in the past. I've dog sat/walked for a couples in the past and really enjoyed it. I love working with dogs and look forward to meeting yours.
Maya can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Kellie B.
Boston, MA
$30/hr • 6 yrs exp
My name is Kellie! I am a certified pre-k through third grade teacher who transitioned into nannying because of Covid. I just moved from Maine to Boston and I am looking for my next family to work with. I will match any kids energy and have fun doing it! I look forward to hearing back from you.
Kellie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
I have sat for pets for over 10 years. I have watched cats, dogs, birds, reptiles, bunnies, fish and a variety of other small house pets. I have taken care of pets with various illnesses and have to administer fluids via IV and pills.
Lauren can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, boarding, pet transportation
I have tutored children in math, science and English. I have tutored since high school, ranging from 5 years old to collage level (most recently).
My name is Emma!
I have 3 dogs, 6 cats, 3 goats, 16 chickens and 1 lovely sheep. I grew up surrounded my animals, and have many years of experience with walking and dog sitting. Please reach out with any questions!
Emeri can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming
Michelle M.
Boston, MA
$30-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am a Developmental Specialist turned professional nanny w a genuine love for infants and toddlers and all little ones! As a DS, I have had significant experience working with babies ages 0-3, guiding them in reaching developmental milestones and in living a smiley happy life. I have also nannied for several families...
Michelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
I grew up in a house of golden retriever and I love dogs. I have a second house in Chatham. I love walking and taking care of dogs I've been doing it on and off since I was in HS. I currently have an 11-year-old golden retriever named Luna and she loves Chatham going for walks or swims in the ocean down at Cow Yard and Scattree...
Caroline can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am the oldest sister of five children ranging from ages 22 to 6 years now, from Boston currently attending living in Miami and working remotely. I adore children and babies! I have been a nanny and worked with multiple families for multiple years per family in the cities I've lived in. I have expertise with newborn care and...
Alison can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ali was a perfect fit as a caregiver for my 2 daughters! I came into Boston for the day for work and had to bring both girls with me since my husband was out of town and had no childcare support at home.
She kept them engaged the whole afternoon, taking them to...
Laurie S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Registered Pediatric Nurse working at a Boston Hospital. I graduated from the the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Science with my BSN in 2020 and recently completed my Masters in Public Health in May 2023. I love working with kids and have experience with newborns -teenagers. I am good for long term...
Ekaterina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"If I could give more stars I would. I have to say, I'm am really impressed with this young woman! I have always been scared to use the Internet to find a babysitter, but I was at my wits end & needed some time to myself!
I decided to take a chance.
From the...
Megan R.
5.0
(2)
Hi there! I'm Robin from the South End. I grew up in Westchester, NY - moved to Boston 10+ years ago after graduating from college and received my Masters at BU. I'm currently working (remotely) in Fundraising/Events.
I have 10+ years of experience ranging from babysitting, to teaching dance lessons, to working at summer camp...
Robin can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Robin is reliable, fun, caring and creative! My kids love spending time with her and I always feel confident that my kids (and dog) are well taken care of with her!"
Caitlin P.
5.0
(2)
I have devoted many hours to taking care of children in my life. I am currently a senior at Northeastern University and I am in DREAM Mentoring which is a club that pairs me with an 8-year-old boy who I spend time with on Fridays. I have two younger siblings that are twins so I have always taken on the role of being responsible...
Jonny can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Jonny is hands on and truly cares about the kids he is working with. He is engaging, fun and responsible. I hired Jonny to help take care of our three boys. They were 4, 5 & 6 when he started and they are now 10, 11 & 12 and still beg to have him over. I trusted...
Janet C.
5.0
(4)
Hello there! a pediatric clinical psychology doctoral student looking to pick up part-time hours between July 9th and July 28th OR I am available as a travel nanny between those dates. (From August to December I am available for weekends, overnights, and date nights!)
I am a full-time student and nanny, and my current nanny...
Eleanor can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Ellie is absolutely fantastic. She cared for our 3 children for 18 months as a full time nanny including through pandemic. She is creative, active and so fun. She also has an amazing ability to manage kids‘ emotional ups and downs. My kids adore her and are...
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Saira S.
Boston, MA
$15-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of two beautiful children ages 6 yrs old and 3 yrs old (they both adore babies!). I have a car, also live in Melrose (Pine Banks area), and my expected graduation for my Masters in Health Informatics is May '17 from Northeastern University. My family, friends, and coworkers will tell you how much I enjoy...
5.0
"We just can't say enough good things about Saira. She took care of our infant for several month while our other daytime childcare was away. She was so loving and caring, and our daughter immediately took to her. Her kids were adoring toward our baby and we soon...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Boston, MA
Alison F.
5.0
Ali is literally the best baby sitter we have had. She's very consistent and wonderful with my 5 year old daughter, who has she regularly babysat two to three times a week for the past year. Ali is so kind, energetic, fun, and reliable. I definitely would recommend her to any family.
- Alex R.
Ekaterina K.
5.0
If I could give more stars I would. I have to say, I'm am really impressed with this young woman! I have always been scared to use the Internet to find a babysitter, but I was at my wits end & needed some time to myself!
I decided to take a chance.
From the second I met her, I felt at ease. She...
- Megan R.
Robin P.
5.0
Robin is reliable, fun, caring and creative! My kids love spending time with her and I always feel confident that my kids (and dog) are well taken care of with her!
- Caitlin P.
Jonny R.
5.0
Jonny is hands on and truly cares about the kids he is working with. He is engaging, fun and responsible. I hired Jonny to help take care of our three boys. They were 4, 5 & 6 when he started and they are now 10, 11 & 12 and still beg to have him over. I trusted him to drive my kids to their...
- Janet C.
Eleanor D.
5.0
Ellie is absolutely fantastic. She cared for our 3 children for 18 months as a full time nanny including through pandemic. She is creative, active and so fun. She also has an amazing ability to manage kids‘ emotional ups and downs. My kids adore her and are thrilled when she still occasionally...
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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.