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60 babysitters are listed in Wellesley, MA
The average rate is $22/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Wellesley, MA
Scarlet P.
Wellesley, MA
$20-35/hr
I am willing to run errands and tidy up house for family, as well as help with cooking and other household management tasks.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, honest, and reliable.
I like working with kids because it is exciting and unpredictable. Kids teach us so much about life and how to stay in the present to be happy.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to provide exceptional child care.
I started working with kids when I was an...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as comforting, supportive and caring.
I like working with kids because it has always been a passion of mine to work with kids and see their creative abilities show. I love seeing the world through their eyes and getting to use my imagination with them!
In my spare time, I like to workout, hang out...
5.0
"She was really nice and patient with my daughter."
Angelica C.
Nicole G.
Allston, MA
$25-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Nicole and I currently attend Boston University's DPT program. I graduated from Stonehill in 2020 and worked as a babysitter (experience with ages 6 months- 8 years old) throughout undergrad. I have my own car in Boston right now and I am also CPR certified. I have always enjoyed my previous babysitting jobs and would...
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nicole was great at communicating and was punctual! She was great at problem solving when our food plan didn’t turn out as expected. She also didn’t complain even though she was just in a small hotel room. Would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I have been babysitting for the past 10 years and have developed a love for childcare. have worked with kids of all ages ranging from 2 months- 12 years, with newborns being my favorite age group. I am patient, kind, responsible, and CPR trained.
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emma is an absolute rock star. Our family was so lucky to have her as the childcare provider for our 10 month old daughter. Any family that is fortunate enough to hire her will be beyond happy and will not want her to leave!"
Sam K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love children. I raised two of my own. They are in college now. I was a Girl Scout leader for 6 years. I took children camping. I love to play games with them, do drawings, sing songs, create different art and crafts, make cookies, watch cartoons, do exercises, go to playgrounds, libraries, read story books, paintings, and...
Alina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Alina interviewed with us for a long term position only because it was closer to home. We would have hired her but she couldn't bear to leave the children for whom she cared so much. Just the person we would have wanted to hire. She is calm, cool and collected...
Chloe C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I live in Needham and have taken care of my dog coco for 15 years now. I understand dogs needs and happy to walk and be a companion to your animal. I love dogs and happy to help out.
Allinson can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Allie is such a lovely person to work with. Our dog loves her and looks forward to his walk each day. She often brings him small treats as well which helped him warm up to her quickly. She is also very communicative and happily accommodates schedule changes."
Kris F.
Catherine S.
Brookline, MA
$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Catherine, I'm from a town called Stow, MA and I am a sophomore in college. I grew up with six other siblings and I started babysitting at a very young age. I will be balancing classes as well as a night time job though I can be very flexible with my schedule!
5.0
(2)
Hi there I'm Sabrina, I am an experienced babysitter and am open to working with all ages and schedules. I have experience from babies to older kids. I am easy-going, friendly hardworking, caring, patient. I am also pet-friendly and love animals, and am currently training a service dog. I am in school to become a high school...
Sabrina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Sabrina for about 8 years. They are hands down my kids most favorite babysitter! Sabrina doesn’t just monitor and watch, rather they are hands on with play, swimming, ice cream outings etc.
Sabrina is vigilant when it comes to...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Izabella, I am 23 years old. I have 6 years of experience as a professional babysitter. In addition, I can help with light housekeeping and cooking/meal preparation, carpooling, etc. I am fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and other vaccinations.
English is not my first language and I haven't fully mastered the language...
5.0
"Izabella does a wonderful job taking care of my toddler twins and getting them in bed!"
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Cristina J.
Hyde Park, MA
$30-38/hr • 8 yrs exp
Need A Nanny/sitter?! We'll Look No Further Here No I Am Here !
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi ! My name is Cristina J.
I am a babysitter/nanny with experience caring for children from infants to teens . Skilled in creating fun , engaging and educational activities , while demonstrating a priority for children safety and well-being. Trusted by parents with mutual love and affection for all the children I have cared for...
Cristina can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & 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!"
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Chloe. Currently I am working full time at a biotech company, but seeking part time or weekend babysitting/tutoring jobs. I have over 7 years of child care experience and have worked with a wide age range of children. I graduated from Boston College in 2020, where I babysat and tutored part time, as well as...
5.0
"Chloe has been working with our family for several months. She is punctual and dependable. She does a great job, and we're very happy to have her help. I would not hesitate to recommend her as a babysitter."
Jeffrey W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have experience working with children ranging from 6 weeks to 14 years old. When I was 18 I was lucky enough to do a 6 week internship with a second grade class at a local elementary school where I learned more about working with younger children. For a few months when I was in college I worked at a daycare that had students...
Allyson can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Allyson did a date-night sit for me and was absolutely lovely! Punctual and really sweet with my boys. I'd definitely hire again."
Ali L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey my name is Romi and my pronouns are they/them. I have been working with kids for 11 years as a babysitter, counselor, teacher, and nanny, and deeply love the work I do. Within this time, I was a Pre-K teacher for 1 year and an Art and Crafts Director at a YMCA summer camp.
I facilitate an accepting, creative and fun-filled...
Romi can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Romi for occasional childcare. Our kiddo felt immediately comfortable at their first meeting. I happened to be home for this first time and could hear that Romi followed our child's lead with play, engaged his curiosity, and gently redirected behavior when...
Katie R.
5.0
(1)
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...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"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 engaged interactions with our two energetic boys. She was also proactive and resourceful in the challenging...
Alejandra N.
Domenica M.
Waltham, MA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.3
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Domenica, I have been babysitting for almost 5 years now. I love kids and I love to watch them, play, help them out. I am a very responsible person with a good car record. I am also very flexible with time.
Domenica can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Domenica is a very responsible and reliable babysitter. She is caring and fun and did a great job when babysitting my little brother. I would definitely recommend her!"
Valerie Z.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
A little bit about me is I love working with kids and have truly been around and caring for children my whole life. I grew up in Texas and now live in Boston while I attend Emerson College to study Writing, Literature, and Publishing, where I will graduate from in early May. I grew up babysitting my siblings who are seven and...
Basia can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"We hired Basia for a short term babysitter/nanny position before we moved out of state. She was an amazing babysitter to my 1.5 year old. My toddler had recently developed a lot of separation anxiety but her calm and gentle nature helped make him comfortable right...
Allison E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Barbara. I am 22 years old and I have babysat for over 7 years. My first babysitting job was for a 9-month-old and I cared for him until he was 5 & started school. Throughout the years I have babysat for other families as well for many different age groups and I feel comfortable with lots of different ages. I have...
Barbara can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Barbara is currently taking care of my 2.5 year old son on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays through October 15th and we feel so fortunate to have found her. Our last nanny worked for us for a year while living at home during the pandemic, but found a great marketing...
Karen W.
Sasha H.
Brighton, MA
$25-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
Caring Babysitter And Aspiring Doctor (Manhattan For The Summer!)
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sasha and I go to University and am a pre-med student. I am in NYC for the summer, where I grew up. I adore working with infants and I hope to work in the field of Neonatology. I have over 6 years of experience, with ages newborn (including preemies) - 12 years. I can help with light housekeeping, running...
Sasha can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sasha is a wonderful, dependable, conscientious and extremely capable young lady. That, combined with her love of children of all ages, has made her an in demand babysitter loved by parents and children alike."
Stan H.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Wellesley, MA
Paige S.
5.0
She was really nice and patient with my daughter.
- Angelica C.
Nicole G.
5.0
Nicole was great at communicating and was punctual! She was great at problem solving when our food plan didn’t turn out as expected. She also didn’t complain even though she was just in a small hotel room. Would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a great sitter!
- Care member
Emma M.
5.0
Emma is an absolute rock star. Our family was so lucky to have her as the childcare provider for our 10 month old daughter. Any family that is fortunate enough to hire her will be beyond happy and will not want her to leave!
- Sam K.
Alina M.
5.0
Alina interviewed with us for a long term position only because it was closer to home. We would have hired her but she couldn't bear to leave the children for whom she cared so much. Just the person we would have wanted to hire. She is calm, cool and collected which is the sort of person children...
- Chloe C.
Allinson B.
5.0
Allie is such a lovely person to work with. Our dog loves her and looks forward to his walk each day. She often brings him small treats as well which helped him warm up to her quickly. She is also very communicative and happily accommodates schedule changes.
- Kris F.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Wellesley, MA:
How can I find a Wellesley babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Wellesley, 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 23 babysitters in Wellesley, 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 Wellesley, MA?
The average rate for Wellesley, MA babysitters on Care.com is $22.43 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 Wellesley, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Wellesley, 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.
Ratings for Wellesley, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Wellesley, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.