Find babysitters in Shirley, MA that you’ll love

60 babysitters are listed in Shirley, MA

The average rate is $18/hr as of April 2024

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years

Babysitters in Shirley, MA

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Rebecca M.


Fitchburg, MA

$40/hr4 yrs exp

Rebecca

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a patient, reliable, caring, and creative person. I have four years of experience as a behavior tech for folks with autism and three years experience as a PCA. I am willing to cook, drive your kids and/or pets, take them to fun places, and more. I know basic first aid and have experience with asthmatic children. I have...
Rebecca can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Rebecca is a patience and kind handworker. She is amazing with our kids at the center! She runs groups, takes the kids out into the community, and works on their goals."

Care member

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Samantha B.


Leominster, MA

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Samantha's Bio

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a 28-year-old Special Education Teacher looking for a afternoon job. I played basketball at Western New England University and do a lot of community service work. My undergraduate major was psychology. I just graduated with a Master's degree in Special Education as well. I am currently a certified Special Education teacher...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"My two daughters are 6 and 7 years old. We also have a 1 year old Britney Spaniel Puppy. Samantha was absolutely wonderful with all three of them. She is super friendly and understanding. She has been watching them 4 full days a week for most of the summer....

Stephanie S.

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Mariam N.


Littleton, MA

$29-35/hr7 yrs exp

Home Health Aide / Direct Caregiver

I would describe myself as a respectful, observant, reliable and patient person who provides first class care. Over the years , I have worked in various roles where the need to work closely with other people , follow strict rules and procedures and demonstrate understanding and empathy have been required.
Mariam can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Mariam takes pride in her work. She wants to please the elders she works for and their families. She will take care of any special need the elder has and wants to learn how to do things the best way. She is empathetic and patient with difficult clients because she...

Care member

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Christa C.


Leominster, MA

$12-17/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Pet Sitter

Hi my name is Christa C! I have worked with children for the past 20+ years which was always my first love, but now I want to continue fulfilling my next love, which is taking care of pets. I worked with a pet-sitting company for 3+ years and have learned all of the logistics of taking care of pets while their owners are away...
5.0
"Christa is wonderful! She is a dedicated educator who is also a dog lover. She is caring and knowledgeable."

Andrea M.

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Aleysha S.


Fitchburg, MA

$25/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am the second oldest of my 4 siblings. I love being a big sister. Over the years I've had the privilege to take care and watch my siblings. I love to play and interact with children of all ages. I am a college student at Fitchburg State University in my second year studying business accounting. I am very compassionate, kind,...
Aleysha can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning
5.0
"Loved how she entertained the kids !! Over all friendly and follows directions well ! "

Care member

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Carleigh Z.


Leominster, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny, Weekend Care, Date Nights, After School Care!

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I'm Carleigh, I am 27 and I currently reside in Leominster, MA. I work as a Nanny for a 4-year-old, 2-year-old and 2-month-old during the week Mon-Fri until 4 p.m. I am looking for occasional before school hours, week night, weekend and date night babysitting opportunities! I am willing to work early mornings or super late...
Carleigh can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Carleigh was great with our kids! They are 1.5 and 4 and can be a handful but were no problem for Carleigh. We came home after a wonderful night out to kids asleep in their beds and a house that was cleaner than we left it. She was understanding that we don't leave...

Heather L.

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Maddisen S.


Fitchburg, MA

$15-16/hr9 yrs exp

Maddisen S

I'd describe my personality as creative, animated, vibrant, and patient. I really love going outdoors or making crafts and activities inside. I love having dance parties, running around, and being silly! I love to sing as well, even though I'm not very good. I started working with kids in high school. I attended Monty Tech, a...
Maddisen can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Maddisen has always had a gift with children. She love to play and engage in learning with them. She is great with all ages."

Robin S.

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Christine T.


Groton, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter For Date Nights, Evenings And Weekends

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I've enjoyed being a nanny for 14 years caring for children ages 4 mos to 15 years. I also worked at the Children's Discovery Museum in Acton, MA for 7 years which gave me lots of experience working with children and helping them explore science and art. Currently on weekdays I work full time as a part-time nanny for 2...
Christine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Christine was punctual and was very engaged with our energetic daughters. She even brought activities to play with them (stickers and balloons!) We were still very Covid cautious at the time of hiring her and she wore a mask the entire time she was with our...

Care member

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Heike G.


Groton, MA

$22-30/hr

Reliable Caring

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a mother of two teenage boys, that have asthma and food allergies. During my time of raising them we have meet the challenges of those special needs successfully. They have learned how to live a full life with their medical issues.
5.0
"I've known Heike for 20 years now and she's always been someone I can go to for helpful advice, especially when it comes to child rearing. She is is an amazing parent, not at all a pushover but still loving and fun. She is the type of mom who's not afraid of...

Adriana G.

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Jessica G.


Lunenburg, MA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Middle School Paraprofessional /mother To Five Year Old Boy

My name is Jessica and I am a mother to two boys ages 11 and 4 years old! I am a Paraprofessional through the Leominster Public School system and I am off for the summer. I am available to nanny for the summer. I come with many wonderful recommendations that will tell you I go above and beyond. This includes dishes, laundry,...
Jessica can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Jessica is a pleasure to work with. She is punctual, caring, and always looks out for the best needs of the students. She uses best practices to ensure the students are making gains in their work, and frequently tries new strategies to help the students be...

Elizabeth W.

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Cassandra C.


Pepperell, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring & Fun Nanny/Sitter!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a reliable and energetic caregiver from Pepperell, MA. I am currently working in Spain as an English teacher but I will be returning home in the beginning of July and I am searching for a full time nannying position for the summer. I have worked with children for over 12 years and I love spending time with them. I...
Cassandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Cassandra's innate ability to communicate effectively with children of all levels makes her an ideal care provider for children of all ages. She is responsible, loving and not only enjoys providing care but also making playtime a learning experience for all who are...

Diane B.

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Jessica L.


Littleton, MA

$20-50/hr9 yrs exp

Happy Kids, Happy Parents

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Jessica! I am 23 years old. I love kids!! I have a 2019 Ford Fusion hybrid. Super safe car. Willing to do anything you ask of me!! I would love to become another piece of your family! I have most recently been working with the best family. However, they decided to send their little girl back to day care for more...
Jessica can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Callie S.


Leominster, MA

$15-21/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Callie and I am currently a sophomore at UNH studying psychology and education in hopes to be an elementary school guidance counselor. I am looking for babysitting jobs for when I come back home for the summer! I can help with Light Housekeeping, Crafts, Laundry, and Pet care! I have first aid training and I...
Callie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"My kids love Callie! She's always very patient, sweet and engaging with my twins. She's also very dependable, trustworthy and goes above and beyond to keep the kids area tidy and organized. I'm so happy we found her and would recommend her to any one looking for...

Lindsey G.

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Judith M.


Lunenburg, MA

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

Transportation, Companionship, Errands, Housekeeping And Other Personal Assistant Tasks!

Weekend availability Possess a High Level of Integrity and Confidentiality, Exceptional Interpersonal Skills, am Passionate and Caring, and Dependable. Valid Driver's License and Excellent Driving Record & CORI Background Check. Life Experience caring for an Elder Parent, and Companion Care for friends family members. I...
Judith can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, transportation & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Judi was so great with my newborn son, she watched him multiple nights a week while I worked late nights at a restaurant. He thrived in her care, she was very knowledgeable with certain tips to help me with his teething and his fussiness. She communicated any...

Destinee C.

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Samantha B.


Leominster, MA

$5-15/hr1 yrs exp

Pet Care Service

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had 2 dogs since I was 4 years old and love them with all my heart. My yellow lab passed away a year ago and I currently just got a new black lab who I adore. My aunt and uncle and grandparents also have pets whom I am with all the time.
Samantha can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Mia S.


Bolton, MA

$20/hr2 yrs exp

I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...
Mia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
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Ariana F.


Lunenburg, MA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

AMAZING NANNY W/ An INCREDIBLE Work (play) Ethic!!

Hi! A little bit about myself is I attend Boston College and am majoring in Communications. In terms of childcare experience I helped raise my twin sisters, along with babysitting a number of years, including in NYC while a mother was on a business trip. I am American Red Cross certified Lifeguard for 3 yrs, (rescued several...
Ariana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Rachel D.


Groton, MA

$32-50/hr6 yrs exp

Full-time Nanny

Hi everyone! My name is Rachel and I am 23 years old. I began working with kids back in highschool when I got a job as a teacher's assistant at the daycare I went to when I was little! I immediately fell in love with the field. I then went off to college and took a break from the daycare, but continued to nanny and babysit for a...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Arina K.


Lunenburg, MA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Energetic Mom With Optimistic Personality

I have a few years of experience working with kids. Growing up I helped raise my siblings, I worked as a babysitter in high school and now I am a mom. I have a 2-year-old son and I am looking to take him with me if possible. He is a kind, gentle little guy who loves socializing with kids of any age. We are excited to meet you...
Arina can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
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Hannah C.


Fitchburg, MA

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny Available

I am a 24-year-old graduate student in Fitchburg, MA. I am currently working towards my masters in social work through BU, but taking classes in Worcester. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old and have experience working with children, both typical and atypical needs, for 10 years. I am First Aid and CPR certified. I...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Shirley, MA

Rebecca M.

5.0

Rebecca is a patience and kind handworker. She is amazing with our kids at the center! She runs groups, takes the kids out into the community, and works on their goals.

- Care member

Samantha B.

5.0

My two daughters are 6 and 7 years old. We also have a 1 year old Britney Spaniel Puppy. Samantha was absolutely wonderful with all three of them. She is super friendly and understanding. She has been watching them 4 full days a week for most of the summer. The girls love that she knows how to...

- Stephanie S.

Mariam N.

5.0

Mariam takes pride in her work. She wants to please the elders she works for and their families. She will take care of any special need the elder has and wants to learn how to do things the best way. She is empathetic and patient with difficult clients because she respects elders and understands how...

- Care member

Christa C.

5.0

Christa is wonderful! She is a dedicated educator who is also a dog lover. She is caring and knowledgeable.

- Andrea M.

Aleysha S.

5.0

Loved how she entertained the kids !! Over all friendly and follows directions well !

- Care member

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Average Rating4.6 / 5

Babysitters in Shirley, MA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.