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441 babysitters are listed in Cambridge, MA
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Cambridge, MA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Cassie and I am a young working professional with over 8 years of experience in childcare. I am confident in caring for children of any age. Additionally, I am skilled in math and have experience tutoring children in this subject throughout my high school and college years. I have also worked as a...
Cassandra can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Rebecca W.
Cambridge, MA
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have many years of caretaking experience collected from adolescence through adulthood. I can help with any additional tasks as needed, including but not limited to laundry, light housekeeping, local errands, grocery shopping, crafts, remote learning, and swimming supervision. I have gone through both babysitting and first...
Rebecca can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Mar (they/them). I've been taking care of kids since I was a mother's helper at age 9. It's important to me to meet kids wherever they are and follow their lead with what they're interested in and comfortable with. I like to cook and can help with meals. I have a driver's license and my own car.
Mar can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping
Tyra R.
Cambridge, MA
$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
My name is Tyra R I work as a babysitter, and medical assistant. I am compassionate, professional, and kind caregiver. I love my job and I love kids! I am fluent in Spanish and English. I also have my CPR certificate.
Tyra can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Ezgi C.
Cambridge, MA
$26-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as energetic, positive and respectful
I like working with kids because they are creative and I learn so many things from them
I started working with kids when I was 18 years old
In my spare time, I like to read book and going to museums
One thing you should know about me is safety
Ezgi can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Catherine P.
Cambridge, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Energetic Healthcare Professional Seeking Part-time Childcare Opportunities
Hello Care. com families, I have been in the healthcare industry for the past 9 years and currently am in the middle of a career pivot. As I look for more healthcare adjacent roles, I am hoping to connect with families in my neighborhood with childcare needs. I am a family nurse practitioner by training and teach yoga on the...
Catherine can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Shakeela D.
Cambridge, MA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Shakeela just graduated from grad school with a counselor and human behavior management degree.. I gave had over 10 years experience with working with children of all ages.. I'm CPR and first aid certified and I genuinely love working with children.
Shakeela can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
Leah B.
Cambridge, MA
$14-25/hr
I am a dog mom to a 3-year-old golden retriever named Lola! I have had dogs in my home my entire life and I love them. I am very active and enjoy being outside. I also have a car (that is already covered in Lola's fur) and a seat-belt set up for dogs.
Leah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I was a youth coordinator for 4 years and worked with a variety of kids and helped them grow to be our future leaders
Kathy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Mariah T.
Cambridge, MA
$15-16/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Swimming Supervision. As a 18-year-old student and an older sister, I have experience with infants and kids, I can assist with homework, bath-time , and any other help you and your children may require. I particularly enjoy kids and how honest, quiet, or...
Mariah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Fiona V.
Cambridge, MA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
College Student That Loves Animals And Helping People Out!
College student that loves animals and helping people out! I have four dogs and one cat at home, and I have 1 year of dog sitting experience!
Fiona can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Jenna R.
Cambridge, MA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 28-year-old college graduate with several years of childcare and early education experience. I am EEC certified and am most confident working with infants - six years. Though I do have other experience working with middle school and high school aged as well. I am passionate about children's social and emotional...
Jenna can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Emma N.
Cambridge, MA
$10-15/hr
I have worked in many fields of child care. I have worked in a summer camp with multiple children, while they go and play, work outside and have fun. I am also a registered behavior Technician, which means I work with children who have autism. I have done sitting in the past for children around the age of 10-12.
Skills:
First Aid
Hello! I am a very positive and energetic person who loves animals! I Recently have 2 germans Shepard's in my family and I have house cat that babysit from time to time.
Antriese can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Anna H.
Cambridge, MA
$24-35/hr
I have been a mentor for students for about 7 years now. It has always been volunteer work and I worked with kids ages 5 to 16! I love helping kids with any kind of challenges they may face but it has often included homework/tutoring as well! I am willing to help with schooling the child needs but my strengths are math and...
Emileigh R.
Cambridge, MA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Emileigh! I work as a medical assistant in primary care clinic in Boston and I am looking for opportunities to use my extra time to work with kids as a tutor. In addition to working as a tutor in both high school and college, I also have 10+ years of experience with kids through babysitting, nannying, lifeguarding, and...
Emileigh can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Emileigh R.
Cambridge, MA
$30-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Emileigh and I currently work as a medical assistant at a primary clinic in Boston and I am searching for tutoring positions to fill the rest of my time. I have 2+ years of experience as tutor - while in high school, I worked at a tutoring clinic for mathematics and English (elementary and middle school) and in...
I love making people smile! I have 3 years working in childcare facilities across Cambridge and babysat in home on and off! I love dancing, reading, learning and creative activities! It's beautiful to me to see children tapping into their inner creative side and learning to become the best version of themselves! I am super...
Kiana can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Eliza A.
Cambridge, MA
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have several years of experience with various animals, especially dogs and cats. I can provide references upon request.
Eliza can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
As a third-year doctoral student who earned a perfect score on the SAT English section (800/800) and scored in the 97th percentile on the GRE Verbal Reasoning section (166/170), I am well qualified to help your child reach their potential in English reasoning and writing. I am happy to assist with homework support, essay...
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Cambridge, MA:
How can I find a Cambridge babysitter near me?
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 441 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.
How much do babysitters charge in Cambridge, MA?
The average rate for Cambridge, MA babysitters on Care.com is $21.03 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 Cambridge, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Cambridge, 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 Cambridge, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Cambridge, MA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 136 reviews of the 441 listed babysitters.