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Maribel R.

Nanny/Babysitter Available For 2024-2025 School

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a fluent Spanish speaker. Experienced with all ages from infants/toddlers, through middle school. Experienced includes at-home care, daycare centers and public-school settings Enjoy spending time outdoors, arts and crafts, sports and many other activities. Bilingual English/Spanish. Currently perusing Masters in...

Zahraa S. says "Maribel was an excellent care taker for my 18 month old son! She was timely, caring, and kind and I would highly recommend her to anyone! Thanks Maribel!"

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Katherine V.

Babysitter/Caregiver

Cambridge, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi! My name is Kate, I have my Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and I work full time for the City of Cambridge M-F 8AM-4 p.m. I have babysitting experience from ages 6 months to 11 years old. I also work at an assisted living facility every other Sunday and I am very comfortable with pets (cats and dogs) of all ages...
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Clarisa C.

Bilingual Babysitter

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I've loved kids ever since I can remember! Growing up I knew my passion was to work with children and got to live out that dream by working as a Clinical Research Assistant in Boston Children's Hospital (BCH) for four years. At BCH I got to work with newborns (as young as 12 days old!), toddlers, and children on a regular basis....

Lorena V. says "Clarisa worked for my family while she was living in Puerto Rico. She took care of my two young boys, 2 and 5 years-old. Clarisa is a very energetic,...

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Annie S.

Babysitter Available For Week And Weekend

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting since I was 13. I love playing board games and doing crafts. At home I knit and make my own jewelry. I have a lot of experience with groups from Being a camp Counselor and helping out at birthday parties, including one that was princess themed. My own interests include reading, music, dance, and outdoor...

Ashley H. says "Annie is a very dependable babysitter. She has great energy. The kids loved her!"

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Jessica S.

Occasional Babysitting

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I'm currently working as a sustainability consultant in the city and am seeking part-time babysitting opportunities. I have extensive experience caring for children aged 1 to 12, from occasional date night babysitting to full-time summer nannying. If you're in need of reliable, caring part-time childcare, feel free to reach...

Annie M. says "Jess is reliable and professional and great with kids. She helped us with our three young boys for several months. She was so patient and enthusiastic...

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Maria V.

Experienced Caretaker

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
My name is Maria, and I am 24 years old. I have a bachelor's degree in political science and a minor in education. I have 5+ years of caretaking and babysitting experience, working with numerous families directly and through agencies. Particularly, I have extensive work experience caring for individuals living with physical and...

Alysia M. says "Maria took care of our elderly dog and new adopted cat. She knew more about how to take care of our cat then we did. She also gave us an update on how...

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Angela M.

Part-time Caretaker Available

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! I am currently a full time cardiac nurse looking to help out on my days off. I currently only work 3 days a week! I have experience as a Full-time Nanny/ Part-time Babysitter Nanny of 4 children ages (6months - 10 years old); prepared meals, drove to children's activities, prepared playdates, got to school in the morning...

Julie W. says "Angela was perfect and my kids loved her!"

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Daniela M.

Cambridge, MA

3.7(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Happy and positive babysitter with lots of experience and bilingual. Love children and ready to help! I'm ok with any age for children, love kids and miss babysitting so much. I am looking for either part time or full time

Care Member says "Daniela was amazing with our dogs and cat, she was really patience and careful with them and follow all the recommendations and instructions, without...

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Audrey C.

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello! My babysitting experience includes caring for infants, toddlers, elementary, and multiples. Additionally, I worked for three years as a special education paraprofessional for autistic/neurodivergent youth. I hold current First Aid, CPR and BLS certifications and an up-to-date finger print through the Department of EEC....

Chen W. says "very good! She is attentive, conscientious, reliable, and gets along well with my two children. She took the initiative to make dinner, delicious."

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Faith D.

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Swimming supervision
Hello! I have had ample experience working as a caregiver in the Greater Boston Area. I have worked with care. com's backup care service since the summer of 2016 and have subsequently provided care for numerous families during my winter and summer breaks in Boston. I have experience babysitting children ages 8 months to 13...

Tugce K. says "Faith has cared for our 2.5-year-old son for about a week when we were supposed to work but was almost at the last days of covid in January. She was so...

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Katie K.

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I recently graduated from Ithaca College in NY. I now live in Cambridge. I love children and would love to help out as much as you need it when I am free! I swam and rowed Varsity in college, and I am a very active person. I love children and have been babysitting neighbors and family members for years. I have been a nanny...

Ashley D. says "Katie is AMAZING! She nannied for our three-year-old for three months. Katie is extremely patient and caring, responsible, fun, and flexible. She truly...

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Rachel K.

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I have been doing childcare off and on since I was a teenager. Young people are amazing and it is a joy to get to connect with and support them. I have experience taking care of 3-month-olds to teenagers within my own family, as a babysitter and as a professional group facilitator for teenagers. It is important for me to help...

Care Member says "Rachel was incredible with our 2 year old. It was our first time leaving him with a sitter and he was happily engaged in play with her right away. She...

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Lauryn K.

Hi Families! My Name Is Lauryn And I Can't Wait To Hear From You!

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
6 years experience
I have a degree in PK-12 education (concentration in music) and years of experience both in the classroom/tutoring, in a daycare/summer camp and babysitting for families. I'd describe my personality as reliable, empathetic and patient. I like working with kids because helping and teaching children is the most rewarding job!...

Jamie A. says "Lauren is litteraly amazing!!! We had Lauren watch our daughter to help us out at the end of the school year for half day pre k! I immediately felt I could...

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Flordelis C.

Part Time Nanny

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
My name is Flordelis I live in Cambridge, Mass. I have experience taking care of my three children. Before coming to the United States, I took care of children in my country as well. I am looking to begin taking care of a new family ages newborn to 2 years old, and also helping with washing baby bottles and laundry. I have CPR...

Tracy N. says "She is extremely caring and considerate and truly wants to help out. I couldn't ask for better care. Flora took care of my five month old daughter for...

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Isabel W.

Caring And Experienced Sitter!

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hello! I'm a teacher and love being around children. I hold two masters degrees in Education (the first is from Harvard University and and the second is from UMass Boston) I am in my second year teaching and I previously worked as an Education Consultant at a nonprofit. I grew up working in my mom's preschool and have been...

Kadi K. says "Isabel is incredible. I highly recommend her and fully trust her with my children. She also worked for me as a preschool teacher's assistant and is...

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Caroline A.

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hi! My name is Caroline and I am a patient, responsible, and creative person. I have grown up taking care of my cousins and niece and nephew, so I have a lot of experience in caring for children. I recently just moved to Laughlin and I am looking for a small job.

Serafina M. says "Our Children absolutely loved Caroline. She was very patient and caring. Highly recommend Caroline to care for your little ones :)"

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Maria S.

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hello parents! I am María , a Psych Major, premed student a Boston College! I love working with children, I have volunteered and worked at Children's Hospitals and Camps at Day Care Summer back home! I am fluent in both English and Spanish, feel free to reach out to me. I am available for interviews, phone calls, and whatever...

Lourdes J. says "Maria is very responsible and gets along very well with kids. She is a very charismatic and caring person who will make sure the kids are always well. I...

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Margaret R.

Retired Mother Of Two, Looking For Family To Help Nurture

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
LOOKING FOR PART TIME : I am a fun, loving, playful, and experienced child care giver looking for part-time sitting! I have worked for several families - long term - during the last 10 plus years. My back ground includes life long involvement in childcare. I trained as a teacher, and even as a new mother I took in other children...

Miriam T. says "We have worked with Margaret for the last 2 years, and she is absolutely exceptional! She is extremely reliable, an excellent communicator, and amazing...

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Haley D.

Hi I'm Haley!

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
9 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as energetic, creative and observant! I like working with kids because It's an opportunity to watch children grow and develop into confident, self-sufficient learners. I started working with kids when I was 18 years old I was a daycare teacher for 5 plus years In my spare time, I like to hang...

Care Member says "Haley looked after our two young kids for over 2 years (they went off to school this year). She quickly became part of the family. My kiddos adore her,...

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Michelle P.

Experience, Caring Sitter

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! I recently moved to the area with my husband, but previously worked with a family for three years (2018 to 2021) picking up and watching the kids (ages started: 4 and 7, ended 7 and 11) after school. I also have extensive experience caring for infants and toddlers from caring for my niece, now 2. 5, most Saturdays since she...

Priya M. says "I interviewed Michelle for a full-time position on short notice. She is a sweet and smart young lady. I felt assured that my baby would be safe and well...

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  • 150 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.97/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.8

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Cambridge, MA

Babysitters in Cambridge, MA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 51 reviews of the 150 listed babysitters

Maribel R.

Maribel was an excellent care taker for my 18 month old son! She was timely, caring, and kind and I would highly recommend her to anyone!...

- Zahraa S.

Clarisa C.

Clarisa worked for my family while she was living in Puerto Rico. She took care of my two young boys, 2 and 5 years-old. Clarisa is a very...

- Lorena V.

Annie S.

Annie is a very dependable babysitter. She has great energy. The kids loved her!

- Ashley H.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Cambridge, MA:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Cambridge, 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 150 babysitters in Cambridge, 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.

The average rate for Cambridge, MA babysitters on Care.com is $22.97 per hour as of November 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 Cambridge, 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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