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60 babysitters are listed in Townsend, MA
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Townsend, MA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've owned dogs since I can remember and have had my own dog since I was 18 (I'm 22 now). I've done extensive training with all my dogs as well as learned a lot about them in my free time. I have such a special place in my heart for dogs from my mom as we grew up fostering dogs and finding them good homes. I'd love to just come...
Lily can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
(2)
Allow me to help your child navigate through this virtual transition of remote learning. I have experience assisting children in the classroom during the school day as well as helping kids with homework in after school programs!
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Sitting. I have regulars that I PIG sit for an figured I would venture out ! I am a 50 yrs young I have plenty of experience with cats and dogs ! We have 3 cats and a dog at home. I also foster cats and kittens and look for there fur homes.
I am a clean...
Kim can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Amazing warm person, she pays attention and loves animals and listens to detail"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
10 years experience of working in preschools with young children, 4 years experience as nanny to infant toddler. CPR & First Aid Certified.
Rainah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My son adores Rainah! The saddest thing about moving away was having to leave Rainah behind. She is charming, loving, silly and engaged. She would talk, play, and sing with my infant son for hours! We love her!"
Alison N.
5.0
(1)
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: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
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.
Victoria L.
Shirley, MA
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I love working with young children for many reasons. Young children being such joy into everyday life, they're hearts are pure and innocent. Watching a child master a skill they struggled with before is like nothing else. I love watching children grow because the first few years are the strongest for development.
I'm looking...
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Good quality people are rate now days. This young lady definitely deserves a rating. Great to work with! Would highly recommend. "
Care member
3.0
(2)
Hi, I'm Madison! I am a recent graduate of UMass Lowell and will be starting an AmeriCorps service year in the fall. I am looking for a recurring part-time babysitting/dog sitting position for the summer. I have been babysitting since I was 13 and have experience as a tutor and full-time nanny. I have been a volunteer at the...
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Madison is a wonderful person. She is kind, reliable, energetic, and a lot of fun to be around.
She is attentive to the children in her care and always engages with a sweet, patient smile.
I highly recommend her for a babysitting position!"
Tracy J.
Allison S.
Lunenburg, MA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a junior in college at college of art and design. I love crafts and coloring, I also adore dancing and playing music for the kids since I play guitar! was watching a family of three over the last two summers with a 4-month-old baby, a 3-year-old and a 5-year-old! This past summer I was also watching another family of three...
Allison can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Allison is amazing. She cared for my three little ones over the summer like it was no big deal! They absolutely loved her, and got so excited when I told them Ally would be there in the morning when they woke up! She is punctual, dependable, great at communicating...
Teresa H.
Meaghan M.
Brookline, NH
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm an experienced babysitter of 13 years for ages ranging from 3 months to 12 years old. I love working with children of all ages! I graduated from Keene State College and I have my degrees in Elementary Education and Psychology. I am a certified Elementary Education teacher and am currently a first grade teacher in New...
Meaghan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been working as a housekeeper over 10 years, and I really enjoy it. In my housekeeping position I prepare healthy meals, do laundry, houseclean, organize the house. I'm a babysitter for older children. I drive children to school and activities.
Ana Lucia can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, oven cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of two. I ran a licensed daycare for 8 years while they were younger. Now that they are school age I miss the baby snuggles! I know how difficult it can be juggling being at home with your new baby and finding your groove. I am happy to help give you a few hours here and there to get errands or cleaning done or...
Rosanna can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Rosanna has cared for my son since he was 8 weeks old. She is a second mother to him and I have lost count of the number of times he's been hesitant to leave at the end of the day or has said, "I want to go to Rosie's."
Rosanna has always been very flexible with...
Sally R.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I cleaned with a cleaning company many years ago, and took notice of how the customers were disappointed when seeing the turnover rate of people coming into their homes. It is for that reason that I started my own cleaning, to cater to customers and make it a more personal (and therefore reliable), experience. I have been lucky...
Robyn can also help with: General room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, pet waste cleanup, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
"Robyn has been cleaning our home for several weeks now, and I have been very pleased with our decision to work with her. We have had a few housekeepers in the past, and she stands out by being reliable and consistent in her work. She does a great job every time,...
Kristin R.
Katie E.
Greenville, NH
$25-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have been caring for an elderly woman who preferred to stay in her own home and bring care to her. Unfortunately, she recently passed away, but I helped with dressing, toileting, meals, errands, and anything else she needed. I would love to help you and your needs!
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep & more
5.0
(1)
Hello , I'm Stephanie and
I'm CPR and Medical Assistant certified, with flexible hours and pay.
Ive been working as a substitute teacher for the city of revere . I will no longer work as a sub in revere because my family and I currently moved to Lunenburg ma.
I have experience caring for children ages from infant to teens....
Estefanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I am so happy I hired Estefania as my backup care for my daughter. She has been taken great care and also cooks home meals for my child. Estefania is punctual and dependable. Her home is always clean and has a spacious room for the children to play"
Laidiny G.
5.0
(2)
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.
5.0
(3)
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, 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.
Hi! My name is Mar and I'd love to get to know your family! I love to have fun, do art, make music and spend lots of time outside. I have some experience with babysitting, but the majority of my experience with kids comes from my 9 months of teaching swim lessons for kids ages 2 through 14. In addition, I am CPR, First Aid, AED...
Rose K.
Groton, MA
$25-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been taking care of children since I was 14. I started out working for a sleep-away summer camp that I attended as a kid. Every week I would care for the 6-7 children that stayed in my cabin. I continued babysitting all throughout high school and college. While at college I studied psychology, Spanish, and education. I...
Rose can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Rochellie V.
Fitchburg, MA
$15-21/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello, My name is Rochellie I'm a bilingual certified medical assistant. I love working with kids, pets and elderly adults. I currently work as a nanny to an amazing family on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. I'm available Tuesdays and Thursdays and weekends if anyone needs help. been working as a nanny for 5 years now and I...
Rochellie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
Osminda R.
Fitchburg, MA
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
hello my name is Osminda but everyone calls me Omi I am from Guatemala and I love working as a babysitter I am dedicated to babysitting all the time and I really love working with children I have many good family references I would like to be part of your family
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Townsend, MA
Kim L.
5.0
Kim did a great job taking care of our pets and home while we were away! Everything was in great shape upon return and our pups had a blast.
- Care member
Rainah G.
5.0
My son adores Rainah! The saddest thing about moving away was having to leave Rainah behind. She is charming, loving, silly and engaged. She would talk, play, and sing with my infant son for hours! We love her!
- Alison N.
Maddisen S.
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.
Victoria L.
5.0
Good quality people are rate now days. This young lady definitely deserves a rating. Great to work with! Would highly recommend.
- Care member
Madison T.
5.0
Madison is a wonderful person. She is kind, reliable, energetic, and a lot of fun to be around.
She is attentive to the children in her care and always engages with a sweet, patient smile.
I highly recommend her for a babysitting position!
- Tracy J.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Townsend, MA:
How can I find a Townsend babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Townsend, 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 Townsend, 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 Townsend, MA?
The average rate for Townsend, MA babysitters on Care.com is $15.79 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 Townsend, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Townsend, 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.