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97 babysitters are listed in Chestnut Hill, MA
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Chestnut Hill, MA
4.8
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am 21 years old and a senior at Boston College! I have been watching kids for 7 years, but I have loved them for longer than that. I am a certified Red Cross babysitter, and I'm also certified in first aid, infant/child CPR, and AED. I have watched kids from ages 6 weeks to 13 years old, and I enjoy all ages. I have experience...
Lauren can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lauren helped me in a big pinch, I cannot explain how helpful she was and how she helped us out! She saved us! I will keep her number for future dates! Thank you Lauren! "
Alex R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Allison and I am a public school elementary music teacher. Let me know if you're looking for a night out or date night that you need child care for! I love arts and crafts, playing board games, water balloons, playing outside, exercising, and making music.
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Allison was prompt, friendly and so helpful. She handled bedtime with our autistic son with consideration, gentleness and he loved her.
She was also kind enough to clear up after both children and is generally an amazing care-giver. We would most definitely...
Joseph S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a licensed clinical social worker with a background in child development and trauma looking to provide babysitting services throughout the summer and into the school year. I have babysat for 3families through Care. com and multiple others outside of the service. I am comfortable babysitting multiple children at a time and...
Sofia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sofia has done an excellent job on our church's paid childcare team as well as the Sunday morning children's ministry team. It has been my pleasure to oversee her in both of these areas. The attention and care she displays for the children she serves with emanates...
Jen B.
Pamela C.
Chestnut Hill, MA
$30-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm a mother of three daughters 24, 33 & 34 years old. My husband & I will be married 37 years in October.
I worked at BCPD for 23 years, I decided to do a career change and get into home health care. To help families out that need someone to take care of their parents or a sibling.
I took care of my parents who both passed...
Pamela can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Pam was amazing! Her gifts for working with my 95 year old mom included sincere empathy, knowledge and experience of working with someone with memory loss. Everyday Pam brought her love of life into our home. She was patient, innovative, resourceful and found ways...
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Gabrielle B.
Chestnut Hill, MA
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Gabby and I am a student at Boston College living in Chestnut Hill. For over 4 years, I have been a camp counselor and babysitting children as young as 4 months to 12 years old. I love spending time with kids whether it is playing fun games, making crafts, helping with schoolwork, and much more! I am very adaptable to...
Gabrielle can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Fantastic sitter.
Gabby made us feel really comfortable as travellers from the U.K. travelling to Boston for work - letting us have a date night whilst travelling with our 7 month old baby.
She was extremely professional and friendly and I have no hesitation...
Sarah M.
Molly W.
Chestnut Hill, MA
$18-23/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm an enthusiastic and positive Boston College student with 4 years of experience with kids ages 3-15 at summer camps and babysitting. I'm easygoing and can make anything fun, so I'm willing to run errands or take care of other responsibilities with kids tagging along. Otherwise, I like to do crafts, go outside, and play games.
Molly can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Molly has babysat/nannied for my youngest son (now 7.5) for over 2yrs. She is a self starter, decisive, responsible, bright, and fun. She executed meal prep, baths, bedtimes, and driving, with ease and accuracy. She’s flexible and dependable. Highly recommend!"
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5.0
(1)
Available on the week of FEBRUARY 19th! available full time, part time or occasional. I'm currently working for a family but they will be away the week of Feb 19th. I have more than 5 years of experience, with all ages and can provide strong references upon request. Please feel free to message me with any question you might...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is flexible, super affectionate and kind with kids, an amazing nanny for your kid"
Thalita R.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I used to work at Mass General Hospital for 4 years as a nurse assistant. I had experience working as a home health aide. I love taking care of people of all ages. I am very nice to any person I take care of. I like to treat my clients like family. I want to build a relationship with them and have them be very comfortable to...
Joulane can also help with: Errands, dementia, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CNA
5.0
"Joulane is simply fantastic. She cared for our dad, who had Alzheimer's, for years, and was incredibly patient, caring, reliable, and as nice a person as you'll ever meet. She treated our dad as if he was her own father, and kept him safe, healthy, and happy. I...
Howard L.
Adwoa O.
Chestnut Hill, MA
$22/hr • 1 yrs exp
Dedicated Babysitter Skilled In Educational Activities And Fun
I am energetic, patient, and caring
I enjoy working with kids because it's incredibly fulfilling. Kids have a unique way of looking at the world which reminds me to appreciate the simpler things in life.
I'm looking for a job that has great communication with parents. It ensures that their expectations and any rules for their...
Adwoa can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Hi! My name is Julia and I am a rising senior at Boston College, majoring in Psychology with a minor in English and Management & Leadership. I have a huge interest in working with children :) My experience includes:
- Associate teacher at daycare (infant, toddler, preschool, Kprep classrooms)
- Working closely as a nanny with a...
Julia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
My name is Erin and I am a senior at St. Lawrence University majoring in psychology and public health. I am also a member of the women's soccer team at the university! I have a strong passion for working with children and have been babysitting since high school. In addition to my experience as a babysitter, I have also worked as...
Erin can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! my name is Ric and I'm a freshman at Boston College studying Finance. I'm originally from Cincinnati where I sit for multiple families when I'm home. As a first year college student (without a car) I'm looking to be able to walk or take a short transportation to where I'm babysitting. I like to play outside, usually...
Hi! I am from New York City where I gained a lot of experience babysitting for many families throughout high school. I'm a freshman at Boston College and I'm currently looking for work! I absolutely love working with kids!
Madeleine can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Bella and I am a sophomore at Boston College studying Economics and International Relations. I have my personal training certification, lifeguard, first aid, waters safety instructor, and CPR certifications. I have 10 years of experience babysitting and nannying for kids of all ages and needs. I have experience...
Isabella can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hi, I'm Yara. I'm a 21-year-old undergraduate student, born and raised in Brazil, and now studying Neuroscience in Boston College. In 2019, I moved to the U. S. and had 1 year of experience babysitting a 3-year-old child in the small town of Montpelier (VT). I'm a kind and caring person seeking a nanny opportunity with a nice...
Yara S can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Hi there! My name is Bers and I am a nursing student at Boston College. I have worked with kids from middle school to high with ages ranging from 3 months old-12 years old. My longest position was babysitting for a family for the last 3 years for two kids aged 4 and 18 months. I've always enjoyed the company of children and...
Bersabel can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as Fun, Attentive, Loving.
I like working with kids because they bring out your creativity and imagination, they show love in the purest form and they motivate you to be patient.
I started working with kids when I was 16 years old in 2015.
In my spare time, I like to maybe read a book, clean,...
Jadana can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Amber B.
Chestnut Hill, MA
$13-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Energetic, Caring Babysitter Looking For A Summer Job.
I'm Amber, a recent graduate of Brookline High School, and I will be attending the George Washington University in the Fall. I am enthusiastic, energetic and attentive. I was hired to work at Summer at Park this summer for a second year, however that was cancelled due to COVID19. I am Energetic, Caring Babysitter Looking For A...
Amber can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have been a middle school teacher for 7 years, and have babysat off and on for children aged infant through 13 since I was in middle school myself! I have up-to-date First Aid and CPR training, as goes with my teaching certification. I teach English, but can support young learners with math (through geometry), science, and...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! My name is Tyhanah but friends and family call me Hanah! I have been working with children of all ages for 3 years now. I have completed my associates degree & I have moved to Boston to further my career. I am experienced with teaching grade school children, I plan on playing exciting games, puzzles and even craft projects....
Tyhanah can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Chestnut Hill, MA
Lauren V.
5.0
Lauren helped me in a big pinch, I cannot explain how helpful she was and how she helped us out! She saved us! I will keep her number for future dates! Thank you Lauren!
- Alex R.
Allison R.
5.0
Allison was prompt, friendly and so helpful. She handled bedtime with our autistic son with consideration, gentleness and he loved her.
She was also kind enough to clear up after both children and is generally an amazing care-giver. We would most definitely hire her again.
- Joseph S.
Sofia L.
5.0
Sofia has been an absolute pleasure to work with. Happy, positive, motivated, fun and mature, she has been a great fit with our older kids (10 and 12) while also being responsible and reliable. She is an amazing problem solver and can take care of issues proactively and independently. We were very...
- Jane M.
Pamela C.
5.0
Pam was amazing! Her gifts for working with my 95 year old mom included sincere empathy, knowledge and experience of working with someone with memory loss. Everyday Pam brought her love of life into our home. She was patient, innovative, resourceful and found ways to keep mom active and healthy....
- Care member
Gabrielle B.
5.0
Fantastic sitter.
Gabby made us feel really comfortable as travellers from the U.K. travelling to Boston for work - letting us have a date night whilst travelling with our 7 month old baby.
She was extremely professional and friendly and I have no hesitation recommending her or booking her again...
- Sarah M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Chestnut Hill, MA:
How can I find a Chestnut Hill babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Chestnut Hill, 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 97 babysitters in Chestnut Hill, 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 Chestnut Hill, MA?
The average rate for Chestnut Hill, MA babysitters on Care.com is $21.23 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 Chestnut Hill, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Chestnut Hill, 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 Chestnut Hill, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Chestnut Hill, MA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 97 listed babysitters.