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60 babysitters are listed in Reading, MA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
What others are saying about babysitters in Reading, MA
Rafaella is dependable, fun and friendly. She does babysitting and also loves cooking. She's caring with the kids and trustworthy. She's a…
Review for Rafaella D. by Jaqueline B.
We highly recommend Heidi. If you are looking for a professional, attentive, caring, punctual and loving sitter, Heidi is the one for you.…
Review for Heidi S. by Stephanie S.
Ginger was fantastic with our 11 month old. We had the fortune to have her care for him for four days. She was punctual, quickly picked up…
Review for Ginger C. by Mina C.
Babysitters in Reading, MA
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a devoted and reliable Nanny with more than 10 years of Childcare experience from newborn to 12 years. High skilled in infant care.
I also was an Au pair (live-in nanny by a childcare agency) in 2012 taking care of 4 kids. I have certificate training in infant and child health and safety; Child development-age and stages;...
Rafaella can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rafaella is dependable, fun and friendly. She does babysitting and also loves cooking. She's caring with the kids and trustworthy. She's a gem!"
Jaqueline B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Heidi, I am 36 years old. I have a 14-year-old son and I'm currently working as an assistant manager for the public schools. I have been babysitting for families from care.com for over 10 years. I am available for date night babysitting. My responsibilities have been taking the children to the park, sports,...
Heidi can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Heidi takes care of my 3 month old daughter several times a week. My baby is colicky and cries for hours at a time. Heidi has a lot of patience and is able to soothe and comfort her. She bathes her, feeds her, changes her, and takes care of her as well as I do. She...
Ynelissa R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I love working with kids. Here is a list of my experience with children:
Assisted in a preschool setting with young children (2012-2013). Assisted in a First Grade Special Ed classroom and taught the children basic sign language (2014-2015). Observed speech therapy sessions (2013-2014). Babysat girls aged five(2012) and...
Ginger can also help with: Swimming supervision
5.0
"Ginger was a treasure to our family! She watched our toddler daily for almost a year. She was sweet and nurturing, 100% present and attentive to our child, and very mature and experienced. She was very patient and spent a lot of time teaching our son new words,...
Kimberlee O.
Delmy H.
Lynn, MA
$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Currently employed!
-Available to babysit on weekends.
Experiences with all Ages.
Worked for a family in Back Bay Area of 4 children. Some duties included pick up and and drop offs from school and activities, groceries shopping, math tutoring, children's laundry, taking care of dogs, etc.
Experience with newborns, infants,...
Delmy can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Delmy has been magical! She quickly connected with our son and helped him mature and grow through play and loving support over the past 6 months. "
Kaden R.
Sarah C.
Somerville, MA
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a young professional located in the Boston area looking for an occasional babysitting job to fill my time. I am great with kids and sociable. I would describe myself as mature, outgoing, reliable, patient, and excellent with kids of all ages! I have years of experience babysitting multiple families as well as...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
5.0
"Sarah is an awesome sitter. We love her! She is reliable and great at communicating."
Corah H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a professional Nanny who has been working with young children for over 10 years now! I am working on my Masters Degree in Child education and love to incorporate learning with play! have lots of experience with infants, toddlers even twins!!!. I can help with Travel and Grocery Shopping, cooking, laundry and light cleaning!...
Paris can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Excellent nanny was my children's nanny for 5 years she is one of the best. She moved or she would still be with us! She's professional, on time and takes care of them like she would her own, 5 stars"
Michael M.
Jasmine B.
Tewksbury, MA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Over 11 years experience in child care,
with my own baby due March 2025. I am looking for a family with a similar age single child who will need care starting in August 2025
I am now looking to work as a Part Time or Full time
Requirements:
Family provides car seat
Salaried
PTO (vacation/sick time)
flexible schedule as...
Jasmine can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with children since I was very young, beginning with watching my two young siblings at age 11. I then went on to watch my neighbors children, three days a week after school. Then when I was 16, I got a job at the Melrose YMCA After-School Program and loved it. I was there three years. I have had many jobs in...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sarah is an energetic and competent caregiver. We were so glad to find her, and sad that we couldn't have her with us longer. Our son loves his time with her, and lights up when she's around. She is, as another Mom said to me when I first interviewed her, a great...
Mary G.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
My name is Agnieszka, and I am an enthusiastic, patient and punctual caregiver and a mother of two happy boys. I am 42 years old and have a Master of Arts degree in English Language Teaching. Before I came to USA, I was an English teacher and tutor in Poland. I came to the US '02 as an Aupair and took care of 4 children...
Agnes can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"We are extremely satisfied with the care Agnieszka provided our 1 year old daughter. Due to changes in the needs of our family, and an upcoming move, we are no longer able to retain her. Agnieszka is thoughtful, engaging and dependable. She learned our daughter's...
Holly N.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Caitlin! I have 10+ years of experience caring for children of all ages. I am very responsible, focused & organized. I love children and have nannied and babysat for several families. I am also a very experienced dog walker and overnight pet sitter with dogs of all types. Lover of dogs & children! I like to laugh, have...
Caitlin can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
5.0
"Caitlin is AMAZING! Never did I think we would find someone who encompasses all the qualities my husband and I look for in a nanny. From having fun with the kids to disciplining the kids Caitlin does it all with ease and most importantly with a loving heart. I...
Darlene M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a 23-year-old recent college graduate looking for employment in the Chicago area. I have extensive experience nannying, tutoring (younger-aged kids), and driving kids around to scheduled commitments. I'm also comfortable watching children of any age and helping out with household chores, etc.
Sophie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Sophie is a total dream. She hit it off with my two year old twins and was even able to successfully wrangle them at the park. Trust me, that is no easy job. Hire her."
Cailin S.
5.0
(1)
Hey families, I'm a nanny of 3, ages 6, 9 and 11. An average day consist of play dates, playgrounds, day trips, libraries, pick ups and drop offs, homework, loading the dishwasher and laundry. While indoors we like to bake, play board games and build puzzles. With the kids going back to "in person" school, the family will only...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Ms. Jessica was a great teacher who played a big role in the development of my Children's life. She is truly a gifted person that loves teaching children, and that impacted my family in a positive way. As she continued working with my Children's, she has helped...
John S.
4.5
(9)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have a bachelors degree in Early Childhood education as well as 10 plus years of caring for children of all ages in many different environments (nanny, daycare teacher, preschool teacher, elementary school teacher). I'm passionate about providing a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for your little ones as well as dedicated...
Rebecca can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Becca was an instructional assistant in my kindergarten classroom and taught first grade with me. She is who I chose to cover for my maternity leave when I had my baby, because I knew she would be the perfect person to care for all of the kids in my class the way I...
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Brenda B.
Peabody, MA
$35-45/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Brenda, I'm a mom of a toddler and and someone who has experience with infants (as little as newborns) and toddlers. Both from professional point and a personal point. My husband is a children's pastor and I am the nursery director, overseeing all the babies 0-1. After going through caring for my own baby full...
Brenda can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Brenda has been unbelievable - I think she is truly the baby whisperer. Having newborn night help has been the singular biggest godsend after having our baby and I don’t think help comes in better forms then Brenda. She is warm, upbeat and so knowledgeable about...
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5.0
(1)
My name is Danielle, I am 30 years old, I am from Woburn, MA. I have flexible availability & my own transportation. I have experience in private childcare and in daycare settings. I got certified at North Shore Community College in Early Childhood & Development. I've been helping my sister with my nieces since they were born,...
Danielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Danielle is a wonderful caregiver and amazing with children. We had her as a nanny over the summer, to watch our 1.5 yr old daughter and occasionally, our 4.5 yr old son. She attentive to each child's individual needs and passionate about helping children grow...
Alison F.
5.0
(3)
I have been babysitting for 4 years now. I am certified in first aid, CPR, special needs education. I have my CDA and 5 years of teaching experience. I bring a wealth of knowledge to ensure the well-being and growth of your children. I prioritize safety above all else, and I am responsible, understanding, and determined to take...
Esterlin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Esterlin was Amazing my son loved her, She was super active and played with him and she helped him with his Spanis homework. "
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5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Olivia and I am currently a special education Kindergarten teacher in the Waltham Public Schools. I have a license in both moderate special needs Prek-8 and a masters in severe special needs, all levels. I have extensive experience nannying and I feel very confident when working and looking after...
Olivia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"We have LOVED having Olivia! She is very helpful in making our kids feel welcomed. She constantly tries new things to help a kid feel comfortable when they are crying and can calm them down. She truly has an intuition on how to find the needs each and every kid...
Ashlee H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with children for the past 17 years of my life including 5 summers working as a counselor at a children's circus camp. I worked at a day care center as a substitute teacher for one year and also in a babysitting room at a gym that could fill with up to 25 kids at once. I am currently a part/time nanny for two...
Nora can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have 2 girls ages 7 and 3 that Nora used to watch. My girls loved her and she did such a great job taking care of them. I would definitely hire Nora again and strongly recommend her!"
Liz M.
5.0
(1)
I have worked with kids as a camp counselor, Kindergarten teaching assistant and as a babysitter. I get along very well with them and love learning from them. In previous experience, I often had to attend to many kids at a time, so therefore deal well under pressure in those types of instances.
I feel I have found a good...
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Molly was my son's assistant kindergarten teacher. She was always excited to see him and he loved her energy and enthusiasm. She always gave detailed accounts of his day and it was clear she really enjoys being around kids! She is super responsible and I would...
Nadja M.
Rachelle B.
Revere, MA
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've been a childcare provider for over four years, and my passion for helping children grow and develop is what drives me to provide a reliable, safe, and nurturing environment. I have experience caring for children of various ages, from infants to preteens, and I am comfortable enforcing household rules to ensure a structured...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I hired Rachelle as an occasional babysitter. She was a fantastic choice for my family. She was extremely dependable and caring. I enjoyed having her work with my family."
Ashley S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Reading, MA:
How can I find a Reading babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Reading, 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 28 babysitters in Reading, 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 Reading, MA?
The average rate for Reading, MA babysitters on Care.com is $20.64 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 Reading, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Reading, 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 Reading, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Reading, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.