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Zitheli Shania P.

Mostly Available For Date Nights.

Needham, MA

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$22/hr
2 years experience
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Laundry. As a former au pair, I have had the privilege of working closely with children in a unique and rewarding setting. Through my experience as an au pair, I have honed my skills in childcare, building strong relationships with children and their families, and creating a...
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Jacqueline J.

Great Sitter Who Loves Kids!

Needham, MA

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Carpooling. I have my own car and I am a very safe driver. I love kids and am very comfortable with taking them to activitys or supervising playdates or whatever summer activity they are involved with.
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Lauren H.

Summer Babysitter

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am 27 and I have been a nanny for over 13 years. I have cared for 1-3 children at a time with age ranges infant to 14 years and children with intellectual disabilities. I love to spend time outside and doing arts and crafts. I am comfortable providing a meal and transportation. I will provide individualized care for each...

Cathleen B. says "Lauren has provided responsible, reliable childcare for our kids for many years, from the elementary years through the teen years. She is fun and...

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Faith G.

Babysitter

Norwood, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
nurturing, fun loving, clean, and energetic woman. I would love to help care for your little ones on a part time basis. I stopped flying in 2010 and have been providing both childcare and senior care since that time. Most recently, I provided care for a 14-month-old and prior to that, I was caring for 5-year-old twins - picking...

Terie B. says "She is amazing and wonderful children. She watched my two daughters (age 9 and 12) at the time. She was absolutely wonderful with them and was like a part...

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Morgan K.

Fun, Active Sitter Available Now

Allston, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
Hi families! I am looking for part time babysitting jobs while I complete my masters in speech pathology at Boston University. I love children, and am looking to work with them after graduation. I am a creative, fun, and active sitter, and babysitting/nannying for the past 12 years has made me an expert in child care. I am also...

Regine B. says "Morgan is amazing! She was hired to help take the twins to their pediatrician visit, but ended up doing so much more in the short time that she was at our...

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Elizabeth H.

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Elizabeth! I'm 26 years old and I've been a nanny for 7 years. Here is a little bit of my history. I worked as a part time morning nanny in Griffith for three years, part time afternoon nanny in Schererville for three years and I just completed my third year with an amazing family. Currently I am home (Highland)...

Demetra G. says "Elizabeth is super dependable, communicative, and sweet. She works very well with us the parents and also has developed a close relationship with our...

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Hope B.

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$21/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
My name is Hope and I am a Junior at Northeastern University. I have always found working with kids to be a blast and began babysitting when I was 14. Since then I have babysat and nannied for kids aged 8 months to 8 years. I have been responsible for school pick ups, making dinner, day trips to the zoo, bed times, and overnight...

Care Member says "Hope is our absolute favorite babysitter! She took amazing care of my 4 and 7 year old boys every Thursday night last year and was always totally...

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Gabrielle S.

Summer Babysitter/ Nanny

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Friendly and energetic college grad working in sales looking for part time babysitting! Available nights, & weekends Offering 10 years babysitting experience from infants to middle school. Skilled in maintaining routines and following commitments. Punctual and prompt with the flexibility to provide quality childcare to busy...

Daniele R. says "Gabrielle is very responsible, reliable and is great with children. She has been caring for children for over 7 years. She has helped me with my three...

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Karlis F.

Experienced Babysitter Available On Weekdays

Roxbury, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I love taking care of children. I have 2 children of my own. I've taken care of newborns to 12 years old. I've had experience and I also have volunteered in my children's school as a teacher classroom's helper. I'm responsible, caring and a hardworking woman.

Care Member says "I was her CPR AND FIRST TRAINER and she was able to complete the training without difficulty."

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Oksana S.

Experienced Babysitter Available On Weeknights And Weekdays

Jamaica Plain, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I was taking care of three kids for 10 years. I enjoy taking care of kids, playing with them and reading to them.

Care Member says "Oksana was a wonderful caregiver for our cat, Suzie. She provided photos, videos and continuous feedback about how she was going while we were...

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Karyn L.

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Karyn. I've been helping my sister raise my niece who is now 15, and my nephew who is 12, ever since they were born. I babysat for neighborhood children all the time as a teenager. I took child care in high school for 3 years. At my previous position, I was a certified Preschool Teacher at a school in Weston, where I was...

Care Member says "Karyn was a prompt communication and did a great job engaging our 1 year old. Would use again! "

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Elizabeth H.

Experienced Babysitter Available

Brookline, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
I am currently seeking work in Summer 2022 near Lyme or East Lyme CT!! I am available for babysitting, pet care (sitting), and dog walking. I've grown up around many cats and dogs (shelter dog + golden retriever) and have had many short term pet-sitting gigs. Since I am getting married this summer I am looking for short term...

Alejandra N. says "In her work with us, Elizabeth was consistently reliable, mature, and trustworthy. Her kind spirit and love of children came through in her patient and...

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Raggi O.

Fun Babysitter

Norwood, MA

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
Hello, families. I am a college student in Boston who is looking for baby sitting jobs! I enjoy working with kids. I have been babysitting for about 4 years. I'm fully vaccinated. I have a clean driving record, and I am comfortable with driving with kids (if necessary); however, during the school year I won't have my car with...

Miranda T. says "Raggi is excellent. My kids loved her. She's very interactive, and chats with them. She's helpful, and works very hard to make sure the kids are happy....

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Susan G.

After-School Transportation

Natick, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
I am available for after school child care, preferably driving to activities, errands, and very willing to help with homework. I am a retired software engineer who seeks a part time role helping busy parents a few times a week. Beyond having teaching credentials, I have extensive experience in helping my family drive my...

Karen A. says "Susan helped us tremendously, by driving our boys to soccer, music lessons, etc. She was punctual, active in communication with us and able to talk with...

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Genesha F.

About Me

Dorchester, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello My name is Genesha. I'm CDA certified and BT Trained. I enjoy caring and educating children. Please don't hesitate to contact me with any questions you may have! 7+ years of experience as a nanny and professionally. I'd describe my personality as goofy, adventurous and spontaneous I like working with kids because I just...

Care Member says "Very friendly and professional. I absolutely loved her with my children and they live her as well. I’ve recommended her to family and friends who also...

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Ananda N.

Nanny Available

Jamaica Plain, MA

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
I'm fully vaccinated and have my own transportation. I have many years of experience nannying all ages and special experience with infants and toddlers. Committed to early development of skills. My priorities are to make sure the children are safe, happy, and learning as well as providing a safe and clean environment for the...

Care Member says "Ananda has babysat our 2 children, 6 and 7 months old a few times now. They absolutely love her. She’s has experience and very good instincts with...

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Charlotte A.

Part-time Baby Sitter

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm looking for a recurring nanny position with a Boston-local family. I have 8+ years of experience with children, from infants through middle school age. I love to craft, make music, and play outside with the kids I work with! I have a clean driving record, am a non-smoker, and have passed all of Care. com's background checks.

Amanda T. says "I interviewed Charlotte for a job to babysit my daughter, and though I had ended up filling the job the previous day I wanted to interview her for future...

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Stephanie F.

Hyde Park, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I've been raising my own child since 2003 and I have several years experience as a nanny/babysitter/assistant teacher in family homes, commercial daycare and home daycare settings. I'm comfortable caring for children of all ages and my own son is on the autism spectrum so I have that experience as well. In addition to being a...

Laarnie A. says "Stephanie was a big help. I booked her in less than 24hrs and she agreed on it quickly.She's quick to response and that's what I love about her. She's...

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Samantha D.

Fun, Responsible, Flexible Sitter!

Canton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi everyone! My name is Sammy and I am a recent graduate from the College of the Holy Cross, where I double majored in Biology and Spanish on the "pre-med" track. I am currently available as a regular part time or occasional date night sitter. I have years of experience, and can provide references from previous/current families!...

Jesse L. says "Samantha picks up my children once per week currently. She is reliable and always punctual. "

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Katherine D.

Avid Smiler, Loves People And Pets!

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am currently enrolled in the school of education at Boston College. I have a lot of experience in working with children, through the numerous courses I have taken. I am the oldest of three girls. I have spend the majority of my life babysitting my sisters and neighbors! I run for the Women's cross country and track team at...

Jessica C. says "Katherine has a lot of experience in working with children and is very good with kids. She has held many babysitting jobs before and has studied courses...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.09/hr as of June 2025

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Needham, MA

Babysitters in Needham, MA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Lauren H.

Lauren has provided responsible, reliable childcare for our kids for many years, from the elementary years through the teen years. She is...

- Cathleen B.

Faith G.

She is amazing and wonderful children. She watched my two daughters (age 9 and 12) at the time. She was absolutely wonderful with them and...

- Terie B.

Morgan K.

Morgan is amazing! She was hired to help take the twins to their pediatrician visit, but ended up doing so much more in the short time that...

- Regine B.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Needham, MA:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Needham, 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 22 babysitters in Needham, MA on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.

The average rate for Needham, MA babysitters on Care.com is $21.09 per hour as of June 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Needham, 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.

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