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Gia O.

A Little About Me

Newton, MA

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$40/hr
10 years experience
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,...
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Jennifer L.

Newton, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
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.
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Rachel K.

Child Care Professional With A Degree In Social Work, And 4 Years Of Child Development Education!

Brookline, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
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...

Brian P. says "Rachel is a wonderful care giver. Working with our 2year old, she was always attentive and encouraging. Rachel was always punctual and was helpful around...

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Sofia M.

Fun Sitter!!!

Medford, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
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.

Maja D. says "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 has a lot of...

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Leah M.

Fun Pet Friendly Babysitter

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
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$32/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
Hello! My name is Leah. I am a fun, patient, and creative individual. I am a non-smoker and love pets!

Care Member says "Leah did such a great job caring for my dog Tillie. I really appreciated the pictures and videos she sent while she was watching her. I would definitely...

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Rachel K.

Kind And Reliable

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
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...

Care Member says "Rachel was incredible with our 2 year old. It was our first time leaving him with a sitter and he was happily engaged in play with her right away. She...

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Emonie P.

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
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...

Care Member says "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...

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Britton H.

Charlestown, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
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...

Minnie J. says "Britton is wonderful!!! She is incredibly thoughtful, kind and bright. She is very easy/comfortable to spend time with, and integrated with our family...

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Whitney S.

Arlington, MA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
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.

Lindsay K. says "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...

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Hart R.

Teacher/Babysitter

Weston, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
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...

Bevin C. says "Hart cared for our children throughout most of the pandemic, first facilitating their remote schooling and then providing care in the afternoons when...

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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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Sheying C.

West Newton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 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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Madeline R.

Babysitter

Dorchester, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
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.

Johanna E. says "Maddie is a wonderful girl and very knowledgeable babysitter. She cared for our girls the way we do. She brings a lot to the table because of all of her...

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Shreece J.

Artsy And Collective

Dorchester, MA

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Shreece & I hold a BA degree in Early Childhood Education. My background in childcare ranges from taking care of my nieces and nephews, professional settings (infant toddler teacher) and nannying with occasional babysitting. (6+years). The age range I've cared for started as young as 3 months and as old...

Sarah G. says "Shreece did an excellent job taking care of our toddler. She was very professional and friendly and seemed very at ease with the logistics of taking care...

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Melissa L.

Babysitter

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hi! I just recently moved to the North End and am looking for a babysitting position. I'm originally from the North Shore. I'm looking for a part-time position and occasional date nights! I've been babysitting since I was 13 and I've babysat kids of all ages. I'm an excellent cook, very active, outgoing, nature-loving...

Kelley S. says "Melissa is great!! My three toddlers had a blast with her. She is on time, a phenomenal communicator and has a lot of energy to keep up with the kids. We...

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Chelsey F.

Fun, Responsible Babysitter

Hyde Park, MA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Chelsey. I've been caring for children for over 10 years, and I welcomed my own little one August of 2016! I have experience with all ages. I would love to find a new family for long term care, part time care or even just a date night. If you are at all interested, please contact me at your earliest...

Yulia T. says "Chelsey did an amazing job with my 5 months old girl and I'd love to hire her again!"

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Abby K.

Experienced Babysitter

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I am a science teacher (grades 4-6) with years of childcare experience. I look forward to working with you and your family to support your childcare, tutoring and pet care needs!

Care Member says "Care.com recommended me to Abby K for a dog sitting job. It is very nerve wracking leaving your pets with someone, but due to a last minute trip, we...

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Eliza K.

Babysitter, Nanny, Part-time Caregiver, Caterer

Wellesley Hills, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have been babysitting since I was 10 years old when I started off as a mothers-helper for families in my neighborhood. In addition to working at a small gift shop through high school, I babysat on average one day a week during the school year, and three days a week over the summer. Additionally, my sister, brother and I ran a...

Meagan O. says "Finding Eliza was one of the best things to happen to our family during the pandemic. She became an important part of our family for the 3+ months our...

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Elizabeth T.

DATE NIGHT/ WEEKEND SITTER!

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
My name is Elizabeth, I am 25 and I graduated from Lasell University with a degree in Psychology. During my time there, I also pursued and completed double minors in Childhood and Adolescent Studies, as well as Human Resources. I have several years of experience in various childcare roles, including babysitting, early childhood...

Care Member says "Elizabeth was great with our baby. She is experienced and instantly put our daughter (and us) at ease. She was also creative and fun! We’re looking...

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Alani O.

Work Well With All Kids All Ages

Dorchester Center, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have over 10 years of experience working with children, from babysitting to serving as an after-school and summer counselor at the Dorchester YMCA, caring for kids from infancy through 6th grade. I've helped raise my younger brother, supported families during school breaks, and tutored across all subjects. For the past three...

Alison M. says "Alani babysat for us once thus far and was very sweet with our kids. She followed all the things I asked of her and arrived early. She communicated while...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.05/hr as of July 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

Rachel K.

Rachel is a wonderful care giver. Working with our 2year old, she was always attentive and encouraging. Rachel was always punctual and was...

- Brian P.

Sofia M.

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...

- Maja D.

Leah M.

Leah did such a great job caring for my dog Tillie. I really appreciated the pictures and videos she sent while she was watching her. I...

- Care member

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Newton, MA:

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 22 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.

The average rate for Newton, MA babysitters on Care.com is $23.05 per hour as of July 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 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.

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