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Words of our kids, on Ilvete: Your kids and your family will be very happy being home with Ilvette. She entertains us a lot and we feel like…
Review for Ilvete S. by Venkat B.
Jaffrey is a phenomenal sitter! My kids absolutely love her and she is such a lovely person. She goes out of her way to help with homework…
Review for Jaffrey M. by Shawn W.
Zaria has been our full time nanny for 3 years now since my boys were 1 and 6.5 years old. She is highly adaptive and is as fun and engaging…
Review for Zaria P. by Sarah C.
Babysitters in Harvard, MA
Meghan M.
Clinton, MA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello!
I'm Meghan and I am 27 years old and am finishing up my degree in Early Childhood. I have over 10 years of experience of children of all ages and I have over 50 hours of student observations. I also have an EEC certification and am CPR trained.
I have a 2-year-old daughter who I am currently home with. I am looking...
Meghan can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ilvete S.
Boxborough, MA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm Brazilian, mother of 2 adult men. I helped my whole family raise their children and had other experiences as a baby sitter here in the USA . I love being surrounded by children. My 49 years of age does not keep me from doing anything. I have a lots of energy! And I'm fine with pets.
Ilvete can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ilvete Is wonderful, she worked with us to care for our 7 year old before and after school. She is dependable, punctual and good with kids and dogs. We would happily hire her anytime should her availability match our needs."
Avinash N.
Jaffrey M.
Leominster, MA
$19-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a childcare provider with seven years of experience, I've discovered my passion for nurturing the growth and development of young minds. My previous roles in babysitting have affirmed my desire to make a positive impact on children's lives. Patience and creativity define my approach, and I strive to be a friendly and...
Jaffrey can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Jaffrey is a phenomenal sitter! My kids absolutely love her and she is such a lovely person. She goes out of her way to help with homework and focuses on the kiddos the entire time she is with them. She has my highest recommendation."
Shawn W.
Zaria P.
Hudson, MA
$20-52/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a 28-year-old who loves children. I have a tremendous amount of experience ranging from a camp counselor to a teacher' s assistant at the Regis College Children' s Center. I've worked with newborns to the age of 12. I am very active and creative with activities. I have worked with many families so I have references. Also, I...
Zaria can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Zaria has been our full time nanny for 3 years now since my boys were 1 and 6.5 years old. She is highly adaptive and is as fun and engaging for my younger boy as she is my older boy. They both adore her, ask for her whenever she is away, and eagerly wait at the...
Sarah C.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Thanks for reading my profile! I am 44 years old. My first language is Spanish and my second is English. I have been working with kids for the last 15 years. I love to work with kids. I'm fun, very responsible and enthusiastic. I am always willing to teach new things and enjoy all their activities. I have excellent references...
Diana can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Diana has been helping me for many years and is very reliable."
Tricia H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been babysitting since I was 12, and I am used to babysitting children 1 years old and up, and I have also had experience with even younger children so don't hesitate to get a hold of me if you need a babysitter for them! Looking for a full time job. A lot of the kids I usually babysit are getting older and don't need...
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Allison took care of my 3 & 5 y/olds for several full days. They loved being with her. She came up with lots of fun things to do -- children's museums, apple picking, playgrounds -- as she knows the area here well. She was easy and pleasant to work with, honest and...
John O.
Allison S.
Lunenburg, MA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a junior in college at college of art and design. I love crafts and coloring, I also adore dancing and playing music for the kids since I play guitar! was watching a family of three over the last two summers with a 4-month-old baby, a 3-year-old and a 5-year-old! This past summer I was also watching another family of three...
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"She was wonderful and was able to watch all three of our children at the same time. They are all 2 years apart and she watched a baby, toddler and preschooler with no problems! We loved having her as our babysitter and when we moved away to another state we were...
Kaylee S.
Leah C.
Hudson, MA
$20-26/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Leah C and I am a fun, caring, responsible babysitter. I graduated from Hudson High School in 2019, and I am a second semester freshman at URI!! I have baby and dog sat many times throughout my life. I have also worked at my local Boys and Girls Club for a summer. I love working with kids and one day hope to...
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Leah is amazing and very dependable. She was very calm and handled our rambunctious children with ease."
Taela C.
Madison A.
Leominster, MA
$15-16/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Madison and I'm a college graduate from Worcester State University. I am from Fitchburg, so I know my way around the area. I am currently looking for a job babysitting or nannying for children of any age to offset my current nannying position. I have been a nanny for four years, to three children (ages 2-8), and...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Madison is amazing with kids, she really forms a deep connection and truly cares about every child she is around. While tutoring her students opened up to her and felt safe while they were with her which helped to solve some classroom behavioral issues and improve...
Abigail J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 52- years old mother of two beautiful daughters, a 31 and a 27 years old. Besides raising my daughters I have been a nanny for a little Girl for almost 4 years. Also I'm a CNA certified and have a great experience with golden age as well .
Jackie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jackie helped us out of a last minute sitter jam and ended up helping with a couple weekend overnights. She arrived on time, our 4 year old son took a shine to her quickly, and she managed his bedtime routine well. The house was still clean the next day and our son...
Derek M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm currently an ABA RBT at Keystone Collaborative Education in Leominster Ma
I also do two nights for in home Aba Therapy.
We teach daily independence along w/social & educational goals. I work one on one with certain students.
During my babysitting/nanny jobs, I've helped prepare meals, potty train, naps, bathe, bed and...
Malayvanh can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Malayvanh is a great baby sitter. She's the type of sitter that will engage with your child and build forts with! My two year old son loved dancing and singing songs with her. She also did arts and crafts with my little one and now we will always remember her by...
Sandy P.
Rafaela S.
Leominster, MA
$25-43/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Rafaela I am 43 years old , I am CNA , I am a positive person and I love to be helping people and make difference on people's life .
I love to work and be around kids . A kid smile means a lot to me .
If you give me a chance I will be happy to work for you .
Thanks and I hope to hear from you soon !
Rafaela can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Rafaela is kind, attentive, thorough, communicative, and great with children. My toddler loves her!"
Jamie R.
Mackenzie R.
Leominster, MA
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Mackenzie. I am currently a Junior at Salve Regina University. I am double majoring in Psychology and Dance and hope to one day become a Dance Movement Therapist. I love children and have extensive babysitting experience as well as hands on experience working with children with disabilities.
5.0
"Mackenzie watched my 11 month old son while I was visiting Newport. She was great! Extremely communicative and arrived on time. Would definitely recommend her and use her again!"
Courtney R.
Kayla C.
Maynard, MA
$22/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am 27 years old. I have been caring for children since I was 13 years old. Caring for children from ages newborn to 12 years old. I have many references and have nannied for quite a few families. I am most comfortable and confident with newborn ages to toddler. I am very organized and responsible and am able to multi task....
5.0
"Kayla is amazing. She's cared for our daughter from 3 months until 2.5 years old and truly became part of the family. Aside from keeping our baby happy, safe, and well cared for, she kept our house and life in order. I can't say enough great things about Kayla...
Stephania H.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am looking for up to 15 hours of work, in Acton or close to Acton. 1 child . I have over 10 years of experience. I can help with crafts, cooking with children, reading, outside play. Mom, former teacher, camp counselor, Girl Scout leader, babysitter. Am vaccinated and boosted. be able to hear children if Excellent references....
Myra can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
4.0
"Myra watched my son and was always thinking about his interests and what she could do with him. She brought him books and puzzles for their time together based on his interests. Myra was communicative and reliable. She was reflective and thoughtful about what...
Amy W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi- My name is Felicity and I'm currently a Senior in college. I've been working with kids since I can remember and love it. I started by taking care of my younger brothers and many of my younger cousins. I am responsible, dependable, energetic and a fun-loving person who is passionate about kids of all ages. I also enjoy...
Felicity can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Felicity was a wonderful nanny for us this summer! She was always punctual, kept our house tidy, provided excellent care for our son (playing with him, taking him outside, etc), and was happy to take on any additional responsibilities we asked of her. She never had...
Meagan S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was a licensed social worker for the Department of Children and Families. During my education to become a School Psychologist, I received 650+ hour of clinical experience working with students grade K-6, as well as 1, 200+ hours working with grades 8-12.
Aside from my work experience and education, I also have experience...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Sarah was a pleasure to work with! She developed an amazing relationship with my daughter. Super reliable and great with kids! Sarah was always willing to stay longer if necessary and cooked the best meals for my vegetarian daughter!"
Sharoon M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Caitlin! I am a recent graduate and currently studying for my Occupational Therapy boards. I am looking for one-time babysitting opportunities. I have been babysitting since I was 17 and I currently help out with three families I met on Care. com as well as my nieces and nephews who's ages range from 11 months...
Caitlin can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Caitlin came with glowing recommendations, and we're happy to join her fan club. She was absolutely wonderful to work with. Very flexible, responsive and responsible. Our two rambunctious boys (4.5 & 7) thought she was "so nice — even though she did ask us follow...
Matt K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a 28-year-old Special Education Teacher looking for a afternoon job. I played basketball at Western New England University and do a lot of community service work. My undergraduate major was psychology. I just graduated with a Master's degree in Special Education as well. I am currently a certified Special Education teacher...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My two daughters are 6 and 7 years old. We also have a 1 year old Britney Spaniel Puppy. Samantha was absolutely wonderful with all three of them. She is super friendly and understanding. She has been watching them 4 full days a week for most of the summer....
Stephanie S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My experience come from raising two teenage boys as a stay at home mom, volunteering as chaperone during school field trips, assisting in the school library and elementary school drop off (helping the kids to enter the building safely).
I enjoy outdoor activities, indoor games and reading (story time). I'm fluent in English and...
5.0
"Heike is by far one of the best care givers I have ever met. I can not say enough good things about her... the list is long ! Heike is so reliable, caring, punctual, organized, polite, interested in the kids, creative, genuinely vested in caring for the children....
Julie K.
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How much do babysitters charge in Harvard, MA?
The average rate for Harvard, MA babysitters on Care.com is $21.00 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 Harvard, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Harvard, 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.