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Tatiana L.

Great Caregiver Ready To Start A Journey With Your Family And Kids!

Somerville, MA

4.1(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
Hello. My name is Tatiana. I'm looking for a nanny (or babysitter) job. I'm very positive, kind, thoughtful and hard working person. I have a very good sense of humor, engaging personality and genuine love of children. Lots of experience with children. In a past I took care of two beautiful boys at the age of 3 and 5 years old....

Care Member says "Tatiana was amazing with our 1 and 3-year-old boys! They lit up whenever they saw her, which says everything about how she connected with them. She'd...

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Shea O.

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello my name is Shea! I moved to Boston three years ago. I am a full time therapist but always looking to help out local families on the weekends with their pet or childcare needs. I have a long history of working with kids in many different areas such as; babysitting, director of a summer camp, youth program assistant,...

Stephanie Z. says "We used Shea for 6 months 2x/week for our infant (and occasionally toddler and school aged child) and she was absolutely wonderful! She was fun,...

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Megan C.

Part/Full-Time Nanny For The Summer

Dedham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have taken on various babysitting jobs with children ranging from 3 months old to middle school aged as well as tutoring students at my school through National Honor Society. I have also been a camp counselor for middle school aged students and worked with the Big Brother Big Sister program. I am a college graduate with a...

Athena S. says "Megan worked for us as a summer nanny starting when our son was 6 months old. She was very punctual and flexible if hours changed. She was truly wonderful...

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Kelsey M.

Part-time Caregiver Available, Interested Summer Nanny

Milton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi, I'm Kelsey. I am a full time high school teacher and coach at a Boston boarding school who nannies during the summer. Last summer I was a full time summer nanny for a new family in South Boston. I helped with sleep training, food integration, developmental activities, light housework, and overall care and safety of a...

Care Member says "Kelsey has been an amazing set of extra hands when a tired mom needed it most. She’s taken my big kid (6) hiking and swimming and is so patient and...

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Morgan K.

Fun, Active Sitter Available Now

Allston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
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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Stephanie F.

Hyde Park, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/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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Kate G.

Part-time Caregiver Available For Spring 2022 Semester

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Throughout the past decade, I have had a variety of childcare jobs including after school programs, day camps, regular babysitting, and most recently as a nanny for a few different families. While I have experience with a range of ages, I especially enjoy working with infants, toddlers, & preschool age children. When on the...

Kate H. says "We met Kate off of care.com last year and she has been such a wonderful babysitter for our kids. My 2 year old son is a complete animal and she is so sweet...

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Linda C.

Malden, MA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
32 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
For over three decades, I've been immersed in the rewarding world of childcare. My passion stems from a deep love for nurturing children's growth, fueled by years of positive babysitting experiences and a desire to support busy families. I hold a college degree and approach each day with patience, creativity, and a friendly...

Carrie H. says "We have used Linda a number of times over the past several months and couldn't be happier. She communicates with me clearly and promptly, is incredibly...

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Claudia R.

Spanish Speaking Babysitter

Medford, MA

4.3(1)
from
$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
I live in Medford and have been working as a nanny for 15 years. I started as an Au pair taking care of 2 girls (3 and 7 years old) for a year. Afterward, I worked for a family with 6 kids, taking care of 2 of them (7 and 8 years old) and helping the other nanny with triplets babies (14 months old). I have also worked with...

Rima M. says "We hired Claudia to watch our 4-year-old during the pandemic while we worked from home. It was a hard choice for us to hire someone--we had never even used...

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Sheying C.

West Newton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have worked as a babysitter for 10 years. I love kids, and caring for kids is one of my passions. I am a mature, patient, loving, honest, and detail oriented person, love outdoors and sports. I have experiences with different age group children from 4-month-old to middle school aged. For the past four years, I have watched...

Care Member says "Sheying worked with us for nearly 2 years l, from the time our son was 5 months to when he started daycare at 2 years 3 months. My son loved playing...

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Evan C.

After School Care / Pet-sitting

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi! I recently came back to the Boston area after living in Tokyo for 2 years. I am working as a Program Coordinator / Tour Guide for Japanese high school students visiting Boston. Since I was 13 I have been babysitting for kids around my hometown in Newton, MA which gave me an early interest in caring for kids. I have been a...

Yan Z. says "Evan was a fantastic sitter for my three kids (4 years old, 5 years old and 9 years old). He was very warm and set our heart at ease the minute he walked in...

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Grace H.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Wayland, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Grace. I'm 27 and a current dental student at Boston University. In 2020 I graduated from Wheaton College, MA where I earned my BA in Biology. I'm available for occasional weekend and evening sitting. I have 13 years of babysitting experience ranging from children of 0 months to 11 years old. I graduated from...

Debbie H. says "Grace is fabulous and our children adored her from the start. We very much appreciate her and her care! "

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Daniela M.

Cambridge, MA

3.7(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Happy and positive babysitter with lots of experience and bilingual. Love children and ready to help! I'm ok with any age for children, love kids and miss babysitting so much. I am looking for either part time or full time

Care Member says "Daniela was amazing with our dogs and cat, she was really patience and careful with them and follow all the recommendations and instructions, without...

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Megan D.

Energetic Part-Time Nanny/Evening Babysitter With 7+ Years Experience

Medford, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
I have been a full-time nanny for the past 10+ years and part-time nanny/yoga teacher before that. I am caring, optimistic, and actively engage with children and have worked with newborns to 16 years, including children with special needs and multiples. References available upon request.

Amy D. says "Megan is great. The kids love her because she is so fun. I love her because she is so dependable. "

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Shannon G.

Care-giver, Babysitter

Malden, MA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
Hi everyone! I am a Pediatric RN with 4 years of experience on an infant/toddler step down critical care unit at Boston Children's Hospital. I have experience in: -prematurity -tracheostomies -ng tubes -G tubes -J tubes -central lines -changing -feeding -PN and lipids -ostomies -OEIS -spit fistulas -Straight catheterization...

Emily H. says "Shannon is an incredible pediatric nurse, and I enjoy being her coworker very much. She is great with children of all ages, especially infants and...

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Tanya H.

Warm, Enthusiastic, And Dedicated Educator!

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
I am a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated educator with a passion for working with children of all ages. With eight years of experience teaching young children and five years working with middle and high school students, I thrive in creating engaging and interactive activities that spark joy and learning. I bring energy and...

Elizabeth C. says "I highly recommend Tanya for any job working with children. She has been an excellent role model for my kids and a kind, nurturing babysitter. Tanya is...

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Sandra M.

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hello hello, my name is SandraI have experience with newborns and with infants. I have great references. I absolutely love babysitting. I have been babysitting since I was 14 and have babysat for many different families with different age of kids. I love spending time with kids because there is so much to learn from them, from...

Care Member says "Sandra is great- reliable, capable and helpful to our family for meal prep, ironing and miscellaneous projects. "

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Riva Y.

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi there! First of all, thank you for glancing at my profile. I am a 2nd grade teacher looking to provide support for your family. Before stepping into education I was a nanny for 3 years to a lovely family of 5. I understand the needs of children ages 6 months - teens and would be glad to provide trusted references. If you're...

Amelia W. says "Riva is engaging and creative. Riva takes imitative and makes good decisions. I'm fortunate to have used Riva in a variety of capacities. She is wonderful...

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Nan C.

Childcare/Nanny/Tutor/Home Schooling

Arlington, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
I am an experienced educator, tutor, nanny and mother of three successful grown children. I ONLY PROVIDE CHILDCARE/TUTOR CHILDREN AGE 3+. I have a B. A. in English (Smith and Dartmouth Colleges), and MA in Education (Boston College and Harvard Graduate School of Education) and have completed all coursework to be a certified MA...

Karen M. says "Nan is a very dedicated, creative and passionate caregiver. Our children adore her. She always shows up with a plan for the day with books, projects and...

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Darya M.

Responsible, Caring And Positive Sitter

Newton Upper Falls, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! Thank you for reading this. My name is Darya. And I... love kids! I finished a year of teaching Math classes at UMass Boston. I worked in the kids entertainment center for 1, 5 year. After that I worked at Russian School of Mathematics as a teacher. I can easily help kids with their educational tasks. I love drawing...

Valya B. says "Darya is extremely creative and energetic. She always finds new ways to keep my son engaged, and he truly loves seeing her and playing with her. She's also...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.94/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Newton, MA

Babysitters in Newton, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Tatiana L.

Tatiana was amazing with our 1 and 3-year-old boys! They lit up whenever they saw her, which says everything about how she connected with...

- Care member

Shea O.

We used Shea for 6 months 2x/week for our infant (and occasionally toddler and school aged child) and she was absolutely wonderful! She was...

- Stephanie Z.

Megan C.

Megan worked for us as a summer nanny starting when our son was 6 months old. She was very punctual and flexible if hours changed. She was...

- Athena S.

Common questions about hiring a babysitter in Newton, MA

The average rate for babysitters in Newton, MA on Care.com is $20.94 per hour as of November 2025. Rates can vary depending on the babysitter’s experience, the ages of your children, and the types of responsibilities you need help with. Duties like preparing meals, handling bedtime routines, caring for infants, or supervising multiple children may influence the overall rate. Many families also find that evening, weekend, or last-minute care can be priced differently. For a broader look at typical pricing, you can explore how much babysitters cost and use the Care.com cost calculator to help estimate your total expenses.

Finding a babysitter in Newton, MA often starts with asking people you trust, such as friends, relatives, or neighbors, for recommendations. Many families also look in local parenting groups or community forums where other parents share their experiences. On Care.com, you can browse 18 babysitters in Newton, MA, each with information about their background, availability, and reviews from nearby families. Taking time to compare profiles and understand each sitter’s experience, age-group comfort, and approach to childcare can help you find someone who fits your family’s routine and expectations.

Babysitters in Newton, MA offer a range of services to support different family schedules and childcare needs. Many caregivers focus on afternoon routines, including after-school sitters who help with pick-ups, homework, and evening transitions. Families who need extended coverage can look for overnight sitters who stay through the night and assist with bedtime care. You can also find sitters who specialize in caring for infants, such as infant babysitters experienced with feeding, naps, and developmental routines. Many babysitters are available for weekend help or general childcare, and some can take on tutoring responsibilities if your child needs academic support. Reviewing each sitter’s profile can help you understand their experience, availability, and the types of care they are most comfortable providing.

When choosing a babysitter in Newton, it’s helpful to consider their experience, comfort with your child’s age group, and familiarity with common childcare duties. Many families look for babysitters who communicate clearly, arrive on time, and have positive reviews from other parents. It can also be useful to understand the typical responsibilities of a babysitter so you know what to expect during each visit. For a broader sense of the qualities families value most, you can explore what makes a good babysitter, especially if you’re hiring someone for infants, bedtime routines, or after-school care.

Babysitters typically provide occasional or part-time care, such as evenings, weekends, or short-term help when parents are away. Nannies usually work more consistent hours and may take on additional responsibilities like planning activities, helping with children’s schedules, or supporting daily routines. Understanding the differences can help you decide which type of caregiver best fits your family’s needs in Newton.

How early you should book a babysitter depends on when and how long you need care. For busy times like weekends, holidays, or evenings, it can help to reach out several days in advance. If you need ongoing or recurring help, contacting sitters ahead of time gives you more options and allows you to schedule interviews and meet-and-greets. For last-minute care, many babysitters in Newton offer flexible or same-day availability.

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