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187 babysitters are listed in Cambridge, MA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
What others are saying about babysitters in Cambridge, MA
Our Children absolutely loved Caroline. She was very patient and caring. Highly recommend Caroline to care for your little ones :)
Review for Caroline A. by Serafina M.
Sura is responsible and well educated when it comes to kids! She has a very calm demeanor, and is extremely patient. Very fun and creative…
Review for Sura H. by Samira E.
Amany was great with our two boys. She took really good care of them.
Review for Amany D. by Care member
Babysitters in Cambridge, MA
Caroline A.
Cambridge, MA
$15-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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.
Caroline can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Our Children absolutely loved Caroline. She was very patient and caring. Highly recommend Caroline to care for your little ones :)"
Serafina M.
5.0
(2)
Hello! I'm Sura, a board-certified occupational therapist, who has a passion for working with kids. I have worked in both childcare and education for 4 years now. I was an after-school teacher and inclusion facilitator working 1:1 with children on the autism spectrum for the City of Cambridge. I have completed 3 full-time...
Sura can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Sura is responsible and well educated when it comes to kids! She has a very calm demeanor, and is extremely patient. Very fun and creative as well!"
Samira E.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my is AMANY I have a business degree from cairo university responsible baby sitter with experience and license carrying for children skilled in creating fun, engaging, and education activities while demonstrating priority in children's safety and well-being trusted by parents, with mutual loving affection for all children
Amany can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Amany was great with our two boys. She took really good care of them."
Care member
Lauryn K.
Cambridge, MA
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi Families! My Name Is Lauryn And I Can't Wait To Hear From You!
5.0
(1)
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!...
5.0
"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 trust her, she proved to be very dependable and was able to pick my daughter up from pre k and even took her...
Jamie A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I like working with kids because it keeps connected with my inner child. Also I enjoy the development of children and they're very funny!
In my spare time, I like to workout, play basketball, bowl, hang with my niece, hang with family!
One thing you should know about me is I'm 6'5 and I wear glasses. I'm very kind hearted and...
5.0
"He is great! Outgoing! Creative! Awesome! Amazing, literally all of the above. My kids love having him around, they always enjoy the time they have with him! They're always talking highly about him, they learn a lot from him as well. He loves taking my kids on...
Angela H.
5.0
(1)
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...
Isabel can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"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 engaging, kind, appropriate, and just wonderful to be around. Isabel is a sitter that you won't regret hiring and...
Kadi K.
5.0
(1)
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...
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"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 looked after in her care. She was very accommodating and asked questions that showed her genuine desire to have...
Priya M.
Alexandria D.
Cambridge, MA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm an experienced and enthusiastic daycare professional who has a passion for child care. I have had 7 years of experience working with children from ages 9-newborn. I enjoy being around children of all ages, sharing new experiences with them and teaching them new things.
Alexandria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alexandria is an amazing young lady who absolutely adores children! I am a single mother of 3 with the oldest being 10 years old ( youngest 2 yrs old ) & she has took care of him since he was little. I Absolutely trust Alexandria with my children any day and I...
Jennica C.
Laura G.
Cambridge, MA
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Who Loves Kids And Is Available For Occasional Babysitting
I have previously babysat for families with children ranging from 1-year-old to 8-years-old. I also have extensive experience working with children of all ages through volunteer work with a children's hospital, preschool, and elementary school.
I love interacting with kids and try to balance fun and educational...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lauren and I am an energetic, experienced caregiver that loves babysitting! I nannied full-time this past year for infants and young children and have over 3 years experience babysitting for children 1, 4, and 6 years old. I currently work in healthcare and have trained in pediatrics and family medicine; I am...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Totally awesome! She’s smart, mature, hard working and a go getter!"
Care member
Hi there!
I have many years of experience with tutoring and babysitting (since high school). I am a CPR certified medical student at Boston University and received my BS and MS from Stanford University. I am happy to do afternoon/evening childcare, tutoring, or odd jobs. I'd prefer to have a recurring job but am fine with one...
Patricia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Hi, I'm Kristina! I am a recent graduate from Boston University's Physician Assistant Program with extensive experience in caring for children of all ages and pets as well. I babysat and nannied for several families in the Atlanta area before moving to Boston for school. I was also a camp counselor at a YMCA overnight camp for 6...
Kristina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! My name is Ross and I'm a recent college grad with several years of experience taking care of kids of all ages. I am also CPR/BLS certified and have a valid MA drivers license with a clean record and car access for when needed. Looking forward to making your lives easier and meeting your little ones!
Ross can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Alexis B.
Cambridge, MA
$25-32/hr • 3 yrs exp
Fun College Babysitter With Tutoring And Care Experience!
The last children I worked for said I was the best nanny ever! My goal is to help your children the best that I can whether that's in tutoring or being their best friend! I love being an adventurous babysitter taking kids to parks and playgrounds! I have experience working at preschools, coaching soccer, tutoring and with...
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Olivia, and I am a student at Colby College here in Maine. I am studying education, so I certainly have a love for children! I have been babysitting for several years, so I have gained lots of experience with a variety of ages and personalities. I love to be active during the summer, so I'm looking for kids who...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Hi families! I'm a 23-year-old young professional living in Somerville, MA. I nannied for 3 families long term with ages ranging from 3mo - 15 years and have amazing references. I am reliable & timely, clean, and passionate about building a fun and safe environment for the families I nanny for. I look forward to connecting with...
Katie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a second year Masters Student at Tufts University studying Fine Arts. I adore children of all ages and have babysat for years. I am very comfortable with children of all ages and have extensive experience with infants. I have a lot of energy and love to do arts and crafts along with other activities in and outdoors! I can...
Foster can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Hi, my name is Janina and I've worked with quite a few age groups. I have worked in daycare, summer camp, after school, and I've babysat as well! Most of my experience is with ages 5 and six, but I've worked with ages 2 through 11 and I'm willing to work with children of all ages!
I'm very pet friendly (I love animals), and I...
Janina can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a recent nursing graduate looking for work for the next 3 months. I have 6 years of experience with child care and specialize in pediatric nursing care. I can help with Travel and Light Housekeeping, as well as tutoring.
Ksenia can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! My name is Mercedes and I am 28 years old. I am a new grad nurse looking for temporary caretaking opportunities as I transition into the workforce. I have worked with kids for 7 years including daycare, camps, school settings and nannying for children that are 2 years old to 14 years old. Hoping I am the perfect fit for your...
Mercedes can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
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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 187 babysitters in Cambridge, 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 Cambridge, MA?
The average rate for Cambridge, MA babysitters on Care.com is $21.68 per hour as of May 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.
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 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.
Ratings for Cambridge, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Babysitters in Cambridge, MA are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 55 reviews of the 187 listed babysitters.