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60 babysitters are listed in Newton, MA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
What others are saying about babysitters in Newton, MA
Rachel is a wonderful care giver. Working with our 2year old, she was always attentive and encouraging. Rachel was always punctual and was…
Review for Rachel K. by Brian P.
My girls loved Lilly! She was on time both times she sat for us. My 2 girls (5 and 7) had a great time with her and are still talking…
Review for Lillian V. by Rosalind G.
Sofía is wonderful with children and pets. She will take the time to get to know them and is fun, energetic and extremely responsible. She…
Review for Sofia M. by Maja D.
Babysitters in Newton, MA
I work full-time for the YMCA and love keeping myself busy earning a little extra while making a busy family's life a little easier! I am ideally looking for a couple of afternoons a week. My previous job was a family of 4 with a dog. I took kids to and from various activities and practices, walked the dog, made sure homework...
Marie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am creative, thoughtful, nurturing, and effective, which enables both parent and nanny to work together as a team. When I was in my 20s I decided to study child care because of my own three children and job at the time. I love planning play dates and fun activities. I have tons of experience from camp coordinator, bus driver,...
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Early Education
Liana V.
Newton, MA
$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as patient, friendly and fun.
I like working with kids because it is my purpose and a life long goal to work with young children.
In my spare time, I like to read books, write stories and paint.
One thing you should know about me is I am mildly deaf in my left ear.
My skills include compassion,...
Natalia L.
Newton, MA
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a childcare provider with 2 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I've always loved children and find their world to be magical. Supporting families and providing reliable care is what motivated me to become a caregiver.
I'm a patient, calm, creative, and imaginative person, and I love playing outdoor sports,...
Natalia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jennifer L.
Newton, MA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have worked in child care 10 plus years. I was a Lead Preschool Teacher and a Kindergarten Prep Teacher. I was also a nanny for 4 years while finishing my Masters in Education. I am a stay at home mom and have three beautiful children. I have a son who has Autism and is primarily non verbal. I am looking for an evening job.
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Rachel K.
Brookline, MA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Child Care Professional With A Degree In Social Work, And 4 Years Of Child Development Education!
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Rachel! I am an elementary school librarian looking for a summer nanny positions and occasionally or one time babysitting opportunities. I have an experience with children birth- high school aged working as a teacher, social worker, and nanny. I have a Bachelor of Social Work and a Master of Library Science in...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Have hired Rachel periodically for years now! She has taken great care of my kids, from infant to elementary school. She is reliable, a great communicator, and clearly loves working with children. She keeps my kids in line but they still love when she comes over. I...
Margaret D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lilly and I am an ocean lifeguard certified in CPR and first-aid. I currently work in clinical research at a pediatric hospital. Previously, I have taught swim lessons and have life guarded on the ocean beaches on Cape Cod for the five summers.
I'm a graduate of the honors college at UMass Amherst where I...
Lillian can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My girls loved Lilly! She was on time both times she sat for us. My 2 girls (5 and 7) had a great time with her and are still talking about her days later. She seemed relaxed and made us feel like our kids were in good hands. Thanks so much, Lilly!"
Rosalind G.
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Sofia! I live in Medford. I love to babysit and have been babysitting for 7 years. I have a bunch of experience with kids and doing things around the house. I also have experience pet sitting. Dogs and Cats. I have two loving dogs of my own.
Sofia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She is friendly and kind lots of patience"
ricardo M.
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Leah. I am a fun, patient, and creative individual. I am a non-smoker and love pets!
Leah can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"Leah took excellent care of our bunny. She was great with communication and sent regular updates. We returned today to a happy and healthy bun! Would definitely work with Leah again and highly recommend her as a pet sitter. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
I have been doing childcare off and on since I was a teenager. Young people are amazing and it is a joy to get to connect with and support them. I have experience taking care of 3-month-olds to teenagers within my own family, as a babysitter and as a professional group facilitator for teenagers. It is important for me to help...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Rachel has been such a delight to work with and is so gentle, playful, and attuned to our baby and family’s needs! They are always on time and easy to communicate with, highly recommend!!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a college graduate with a Bachelors in International Affairs and public health and a current accelerated bachelors of nursing student with lots of childcare experience. I am the eldest of 5 kids and have been babysitting since I was 16 (now 24)! I am also a patient care technician (PCT/CNA) in an intensive care unit in...
Lilyana can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Lily watched our children for a number of weeks and was absolutely fantastic. She can handle 4 or more kids with wide age range with confidence and is very attentive to their needs and safety. We would hire her again in a heart beat!"
Vera A.
Anila P.
Winchester, MA
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Anila and I currently live in Winchester, MA. I have been babysitting since 14 years old for family. I have worked with multiple families around the neighboring towns with kids ranging from 4 months to 9 years old. I have a car with a clean driving record. I am patience, organized, honest, reliable, punctual,...
Anila can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My son and daughter had a wonderful time with Anila and she was able to get my son to sleep which even we have trouble doing! She also left our house very neat which is always nice to come home to. Very highly recommend! "
Sheila E.
Emonie P.
Boston, MA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! I'm Emonie. A North Carolina native who recently moved to Massachusetts. I have over 10 years of childcare experience ranging from infants to school-aged, including special needs. I've worked in daycare and school settings and have also spent many years babysitting and nannying for a lot of of families I had to leave...
Emonie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Miss Emonie is the best nanny! She worked with my family for over a year with my 2 daughters. One was only 6 months and the other 7 yrs old. I could trust her for an evening all the way to a week long international work trip. She handled overnights, meals, school...
Care member
Whitney S.
Arlington, MA
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Whitney, I live and work in the Pittsburgh area! I have experience babysitting for a range of ages from newborn to middle school. I am comfortable with being responsible for watching more than one child. AHA BLS Certified.
Whitney can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Whitney has shown up the two times she came and met my 15 month old son! She is great with him and he really warmed up to her fast. She is very outgoing and easy to talk to. Whitney has met my expectations and I am excited to have her start watching my son! "
Lindsay K.
Britton H.
Charlestown, MA
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a recent college graduate with a degree in English. I have 4 younger siblings, ages 13, 11, 7, and a baby brother born in February 2019. I have experience babysitting kids as young as newborns. I'm originally from Albuquerque and am way familiar with the city. I'm super comfortable going to places like the zoo but can...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Britton is wonderful!!! She is incredibly thoughtful, kind and bright. She is very easy/comfortable to spend time with, and integrated with our family with ease. We have been nothing but impressed with her natural ability to understand and work with our son, and...
Minnie J.
5.0
(1)
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...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"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 engaged interactions with our two energetic boys. She was also proactive and resourceful in the challenging...
Alejandra N.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Hart!
As the oldest of 4 children and MA certified teacher, I am very comfortable and knowledgeable when it comes to children's needs and communication styles. I have over 5 years of babysitting experience and my own vehicle, and am an excellent cook and baker (especially vegetarian, vegan & gluten free meals). I can...
Hart can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
5.0
"Hart cared for our children throughout most of the pandemic, first facilitating their remote schooling and then providing care in the afternoons when in-person school resumed. First and foremost, she's caring. She's also a lifelong learner and always looking for...
Bevin C.
Sheying C.
West Newton, MA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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...
Sheying can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"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 with her and still asks for her routinely! She would take him on walks to the park, to the library, and around the...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am a pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist and currently work at a private practice in Hingham, MA. I have experience as both a part time babysitter and full-time nanny for infants to school-aged children.
Madeline can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Maddie is fantastic! She was our nanny last summer for our 4 & 6 year old and we are thrilled to have her back again this summer! She is professional, hard working, energetic, and reliable. She always comes prepared with ideas and fun craft projects for the kids...
Kara M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've babysat children between the ages of 2 and 13. I'm a mature, energetic, and a caring individual. I've driven children to activities, played tons of games, watched movies, done arts and crafts, and baked cookies and other treats. I also have three years of experience tutoring middle school children, as well as teens in high...
Arielle can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Newton, MA:
How can I find a Newton babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Newton, 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 25 babysitters in Newton, 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 Newton, MA?
The average rate for Newton, MA babysitters on Care.com is $22.92 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 Newton, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Newton, 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.
Ratings for Newton, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Newton, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.