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60 babysitters are listed in Southborough, MA
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Southborough, MA
5.0
(3)
I am 44 years old and have been taking care of children for 20+ years. I have dedicated my life to making a difference in the lives of children. I love them, and love doing all the things that children love to do (play, games, crafts, etc)
My biggest goal is to give children the opportunity to grow and learn at their own pace,...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jessica was amazing in all areas, especially in supporting my son who displayed some behavioral challenges. Jessica helped to create an incentive program to help promote his pro-social behavior. She is also simply great with children - always energetic, creative...
Kelli P.
Amber B.
Natick, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Amber and I am 29 years old. I currently work in Wellesley Public Schools as a teacher assistant while I pursue my master's degree at Framingham State University. I am a licensed elementary school teacher and studying to become a reading specialist. I have nannied for several families in the surrounding areas....
Amber can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Amber is FANTASTIC and my girls loved her. We would love to have her again but our schedules don't match for the school year as she is teaching. She covered our summer and it was great. "
Delilah A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been watching over and caring for kids after school and on the weekends for 6 years. All kids ranging from 3 to 11. I'm a current college student pursuing a degree in Interior Design. I am taking the semester to work to pay for my tuition! I can play multiple instruments and do so in my spare time. I love to paint and make...
Domonique can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We've been using Domonique as our primary babysitter for our two children, aged 5 and almost 2 for the past 2 years. She is fantastic with my kids and they always look forward to seeing her! She is compassionate, dependable and hardworking and I look forward to...
Danielle T.
Sarah R.
Sudbury, MA
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I grew up in a big family. I am a certified lifeguard, also certified in CPR, First Aid and WSI. I like to be clean and tidy, but I know how to play and have fun. I am athletic and full of energy. Whether a child is outgoing and social, or shy and more reserved, I have the skill set and patience it takes to create a positive and...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Sarah is my sister in law and has watched my daughter a number of times. Children naturally take to her and she is wonderful at meeting their needs. Its such a relief to know my daughter is in good hands with her. "
Danielle S.
Viola S.
Hopkinton, MA
$27-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a mom to 4 wonderful children (2-13 years old), with experience caring for other children as well. While each stage is awesome in its own way, I especially love the infant to early preschool years. Seeing how little ones view the world is amazing, and I enjoy guiding them as they explore their surroundings and learn new...
Viola can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We can't say enough how extremely happy and privileged we were to work with Viola. Viola cared for our daughter roughly full-time from when she was 5 to 11 months old. She brought her daughter who is the same age as ours and we truly enjoyed having them both in our...
Catherine S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Zoe, a Wentworth Institute of Technology graduate. Currently a stay-at-home mom to a delightful 1. 5-year-old, I'm seeking a family open to childcare with my child in tow. With a wealth of experience since age 13, I've cared for newborns to middle schoolers, spanning durations from 2 hours to overnight. Trained in...
Zoe can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Zoe was an amazing babysitter. She always came on time. She engaged well with my child and made sure that she followed all the house rules. My child's favorite thing to do with Zoe was making slime and playing with dolls. I would hire her again! "
Lee Ann R.
5.0
(8)
Hello folks,
I have been caring for children for over 35 years, special needs for 25 and was an ABA technician in the public school sector working with children with ASD for 18. The last 2 yrs I have been counseling in middle school for children with anxiety, depression, and other mental health, concerns. .
I raised 3 wonderful...
Maura can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I have worked with Maura for about three years in an elementary classroom setting. The word wonderful does not capture how awesome Maura is. She is one of the most patient, caring, and hardworking people that I have ever shared a classroom with. She devotes her...
Kevin C.
5.0
(1)
I own a 75lb lab mix and 2 gerbils. I've pet sat for tons of family and friends. I've done a lot of visits for walking and feeding and a couple overnights out of my own home for people going on vacation.
Victoria can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"Friendly
Prompt
Informative
Always happy
Loves my dog
Great dog walker and companion for my four legged baby"
Barbara A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Natalia, I have experience caring for children for 12 years; and can provide a loving safe environment while also teaching fundamental skills for your child to reach milestones. I am bilingual in both English and Spanish. I am covid vaccinated.
I am great at multitasking and getting tasks completed around the...
Natalia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Natalia has tremendous energy and enthusiasm. She is a clear communicator and has excellent references. She sings to our baby, plays games, and always goes the extra mile for our little one. She's absolutely fantastic, we love her!"
Courtney M.
5.0
(1)
Hello folks!
I have been caring for children for over 35 years, special needs for 25 and was an ABA technician in the public school sector working with children with ASD for 18. The last 2 yrs I have been counseling in middle school for children with anxiety, depression, and other mental health, concerns. .
I raised 3 wonderful...
Claudia P.
Marlborough, MA
$25-43/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I am 55 years old, I am a great mother. I am a caring, responsible person and I love to work with kids. I love to play outdoors, read, do projects, play board games, etc. I have worked as a nanny for 4 families. Also have experience with special need children and adults. I have great references from the families. My goal is to...
Claudia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Claudia has been taking care of my 2-year-old daughter for about six months. She is a wonderful, caring, responsible, and energetic caregiver. She has been very flexible about my occasional late evenings at work, and has taken care of both my children when I needed...
Rachel R.
Talita L.
Shrewsbury, MA
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Talita and I've always loved working with kids! I have two siblings of my own, one of which I basically raised growing up. Besides that I have years of experience working for a family with twins. I would pick the girls up from school everyday and spend the weekends with them based on their mothers needs. I also...
Talita can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Talita is the best babysitter we’ve ever had. She started babysitting our twin girls when she was 16 but then she moved to Florida. Up to this day, every time we are in Florida we call her up to stay with us! She is a loving, engaging, and responsible young lady...
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Toni, I am 26 years old and live in Ashland and have my own vehicle. I have been babysitting/nannying for about 11 years now. I have experience with all ages from new borns to 12yrs+. My nannying jobs have also consisted of doing housework, running errands, meal prepping, etc. I have worked at a school and daycare...
Toni can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We were desperate for help with our 3.5 yr old daughter for one month until her preschool reopened and were extremely fortunate to find Toni! I was curious as to how long it would take my daughter to get comfortable with a stranger but she fell in love with her the...
Jenn G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As the eldest child in my family, I've been watching children since my younger siblings were born. Now with over 10 years of childcare experience, I've worked as a babysitter, nanny, after school-program leader, youth center staff and camp counselor, connecting with children from various backgrounds and ages. Something I deeply...
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Danielle was wonderful, professional, and it took all of 2 minutes for both of my kids to open up to her! She came on time and literally I had 3 hours of happy children playing in and out of the house. Wonderful experience, will gladly work with her again!"
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Bailey S.
Stow, MA
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello!! I'm Bailey, an 21-year-old student at Clark University (in Worcester, MA). When I'm not at school I live in Stow, MA. I have over 7 years of experience working with children of all ages! When I was 13 years old I started volunteering at an after school daycare program and ever since then I've fallen in love with working...
Bailey can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Bailey just started taking care of our son a month ago and it's already clear she is so great with him and a huge help to our family. She sings to our one year old, and multitasks- helping tidy things and while she watches him play. She is studying art and does...
Hilary D.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
FULLY VACCINATED***
My goal is to help people live full and independent lives within the comfort of their homes. I am highly dependable and reliable caregiver who loves taking care of the elder population.
Should you have any questions, feel free to contact me.
I look forward to meeting you and your loved one.
Wendi can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, errands, dementia, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Licensed Nurse
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Wendi cared for both my husbands parents. She is very compassionate and caring. She was willing to work extra shifts and help do whatever was necessary around the house. She was not only a caretaker but also a personal companion. She spent quality time with them...
Kathy K.
5.0
(1)
Hi there! I am a huge dog lover and looking for dog walking sitting opportunities and dog sitting opportunities! I have two dogs and a cat of my own. I used to work at Best Friends pet care for 6 years in Sudbury as a kennel/activities associate. My job responsibilities including feeding the animals, walking the dogs, playtimes,...
Melanie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Samantha O.
Marlborough, MA
$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.0
(2)
I am EEC certified with infants and toddlers. To get this certification, I took an Early Child Education course for three years in high school. Through out the course I interned in three daycare centers to get hands-on experience. I have 11 years of experience being a nanny. My previous position as a nanny was with a family of 4...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
3.0
"Long interview process and she seemed very excited to help but ultimately claimed she could not drive anywhere with children and did not feel comfortable with that. She seemed very nice though. "
Marlene H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi Everyone, my name is Nancy and here is a Bio of what I have to offer, I will keep it short.
I have been taking care of children for over 20 years. Typical and Special needs. I can help out with almost anything. I love cooking and baking,
I have lots of energy if needed, for those high energy children.
I was a recreation...
Nancy can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nancy is a super responsible, caring and fun babysitter who understands 'boy energy'. My sons enjoyed spending time with Nancy. I felt very confident in her as a sitter and would definitely have her come again."
Liza H.
Maria R.
Milford, MA
$20-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
Hi my name is Maria !
I have over 10 years of experience working with children of all ages. From childcare center settings, Lead Counselor at the local Youth Center, Peer Mentor with the Boys and Girls Club and most recently Behavior Health Center working on the Youth Team. I believe in creating a fun, stimulating and safe...
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maria is one of those people that is great with people of all ages. Not only will she be great with your child, but she will be trustworthy to hire and be in communication with during your child’s care. Maria is a hard worker but also has a huge heart. There is...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Southborough, MA
Jessica G.
5.0
Our family has known Jess for 12 years and she has babysat our 2 daughters from toddler through preteen ages and was phenomenal with them at all ages. She is incredibly hard working reliable trustworthy caring funny and entertaining. The kids feel like she is a playmate and requested only her to sit...
- Ali M.
Amber B.
5.0
Amber is FANTASTIC and my girls loved her. We would love to have her again but our schedules don't match for the school year as she is teaching. She covered our summer and it was great.
- Delilah A.
Domonique B.
5.0
We've been using Domonique as our primary babysitter for our two children, aged 5 and almost 2 for the past 2 years. She is fantastic with my kids and they always look forward to seeing her! She is compassionate, dependable and hardworking and I look forward to continuing to have Domonique babysit...
- Danielle T.
Sarah R.
5.0
Sarah is great. She cared for our 7 month old son and our 2 1/2 year old daughter and they both loved being with her and thrived under her care. Sarah is very knowledgeable about child development and good at helping kids reach developmental milestones. She's resourceful in finding what works for...
- Milan D.
Viola S.
5.0
We can't say enough how extremely happy and privileged we were to work with Viola. Viola cared for our daughter roughly full-time from when she was 5 to 11 months old. She brought her daughter who is the same age as ours and we truly enjoyed having them both in our home. Viola is not only...
- Catherine S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Southborough, MA:
How can I find a Southborough babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Southborough, 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 24 babysitters in Southborough, 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 Southborough, MA?
The average rate for Southborough, MA babysitters on Care.com is $21.83 per hour as of May 2024. 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 Southborough, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Southborough, MA through Care.com. As of 2024, 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.