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60 babysitters are listed in Melrose, MA
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Melrose, MA
Victoria R.
Melrose, MA
$23-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver Seeking Temporary Position Through November
I recently graduated from law school and am seeking a temporary/part-time babysitting position before my new job starting in November. I have babysat since I was 13, worked at the Melrose Y Academy (with children aged 3 months-5 years), and was a full-time nanny for a 3-year-old for one year. I adore kids and would love to...
Victoria can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I grew up in a single parent home and had a babysitter for most of my childhood. I really look up to the woman that helped me through high school. I think of her as a second mother. I want to create a bond like that with your kid(s). I am an athletic person who likes to be outdoors and have fun. I worked as a lifeguard one...
Gregory can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kaitlyn J.
Melrose, MA
$10-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Kaitly. I have a little sister who I helped care for her whole life. She is 15 now and has amazing grades in school and is in honors classes. I also began babysitting for neighbors and family friends when I was 10 years old, then realized I loved working with children. I subsequently volunteered at a local home...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am Daniella!
I have been babysitting children in my town, including my baby sister who is 7 years younger, since I was 14 years years old and took a babysitting certification class. That past Fall, I nannied a 5-year-old full-time.
I enjoy being outside, arts and crafts, sports, and really whatever the child is...
Daniella can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Grace O.
Melrose, MA
$35/hr • 4 yrs exp
My name is Grace and I am 22 years old from Melrose. I just graduated college, and I have 8 years of babysitting experience amongst many age groups!
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Hannah M.
Melrose, MA
$17-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Hannah and I am from Melbourne, FL. I am 23 years old and currently attend Eastern State! For my first job I helped alongside my current neighbor at her daycare for about a year! I am Safe-Sitter Certified, CPR certified, and have served in the military for the past four years. I have around 5 years of babysitting...
Emma B.
Melrose, MA
$15-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi Everyone! My name is Emma and I am a rising senior at Syracuse University. My weeks are completely open to anything (date nights, day care, etc.) until I leave for school in the end of August! I have been babysitting for five years for all ages ( 3 months old up to 14 years old). I am CPR certified. At school, I am the...
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Janna W.
Melrose, MA
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Mariah , and I am a student living in Midtown, Manhattan. I love kids and have been babysitting on and off for around 6 years. Along with volunteering at nurseries, I have also worked for varying families, both consistently and just on occasion. My experience includes children anywhere from infants to...
Janna can also help with: Light cleaning
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Elaine and I am a freshman at Northeastern University. I have 6+ years of childcare experience in babysitting, nannying, and working at a school. I worked at my local elementary school as a Team Lead for the after-school program, working with grades K-5. I have babysitting experience with boys and girls age...
Elaine can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Hi families! I wanted to introduce myself as I am looking for a winter babysitting job! My name is Erin, I'm 20 years old and a sophomore at UMass. I am looking for a winter break gig and my schedule is very open! I have 2 years of working experience at the YMCA as a gymnastics instructor for kids ages 3-12 as well as lots of...
Erin can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Aisha V.
Melrose, MA
$17-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have 1 1/2 years of experience. I'm in high school and will be graduating in June. I use they/them pronouns and identify as non-binary. I love crafting, cooking with, and caring for children. I will strive to make our time together as fun as possible! Anything I can do to help you and your family is in my best interest!
Aisha can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I love taking care of cats and dogs. We have a black lab ourselves but I'm interested in visiting your home to help care for dogs and cats and give them the attention they need when you are gone!
Alice can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am fun, very outgoing and creative. :)
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Amanda F.
Melrose, MA
$19-24/hr
Hello! I have a lot of experience. I'm very reliable, patient, flexible and kind. With the summer off from being a paraprofessional I am available at anytime! House cleaner
Amanda can also help with: Carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, organization & more
I love all animals! I have two cats of my own and grew up with a pet cat and hamster. I have fostered two sets of five kittens with the Melrose Humane Society. I am happy to help with feeding, cleaning litter boxes, etc. :)
Victoria can also help with: Pet sitting
Hi, my name is Megan! I have been working in education for three years. I started as a Math and English tutor through Americorps. There, I worked with sixth and seventh-grade students. I am now teaching at Northeast Metro Tech. I have been at this school since the fall of 2021. I am a fully certified teacher with a Master's...
I worked here in Melrose,,, as a Housekeeper and good with with pets(Dog).
Francisca can also help with: Pet walking
Ariana S.
Melrose, MA
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Working with kids has been a passion of mine since starting in high school. Building relationships with the children and families and seeing how children progress is something that I really enjoy. Knowing I was able to have a positive impact on their development is also another reason why I'm passionate about working with...
Ariana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
I am have lived in Melrose most of my life. I live here now with my husband and college age daughter.
After college I worked for 10 years as a pediatric nurse in Boston and for the last 20 years I have taught Irish dancing to children age 4 up to college.
I am responsible , reliable and hard working .
I love spending time with...
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Aisha V.
Melrose, MA
$15-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have a lifetime of pet experience, having cared for my 2 pet cats, my pet hamster, and my dog over the course of my life. I also worked at a doggie day care since March 2020, taking care of, walking, feeding, and cleaning up after the dogs. I love animals and am extremely passionate about caring for them!
Aisha can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, dog training, boarding, administration of medicine
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Melrose, MA:
How can I find a Melrose babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Melrose, 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 50 babysitters in Melrose, MA on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Melrose, MA?
The average rate for Melrose, MA babysitters on Care.com is $18.82 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 Melrose, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Melrose, 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 Melrose, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Melrose, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 28 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.