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Tzipora G.

Jamaica Plain, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I am an Ithaca, NY native, and recently moved to Boston. I work in Boston Public Schools, and enjoy yoga, puzzles, and ceramics in my free time. I have bachelor's degrees in Psychology and Arts & Education, a master's degree in teaching, a a dual NYS teaching certification in Childhood Education and Students with...

Chriss E. says "Tzipora is amazing. She's caring and extremely punctual. She also works with the baby to keep on a proper developmental track. We'll miss her while she's...

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Whitney S.

Arlington, MA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
My name is Whitney, I live and work in the Pittsburgh area! I have experience babysitting for a range of ages from newborn to middle school. I am comfortable with being responsible for watching more than one child. AHA BLS Certified.

Lindsay K. says "Whitney has shown up the two times she came and met my 15 month old son! She is great with him and he really warmed up to her fast. She is very outgoing...

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Kara G.

Experienced Loving Babysitter Looking For Part Time Work!

South Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
A little bit about me. I am 30 years old currently living in South Boston, MA. I graduated from UMass Amherst with a public health degree in 2016. I have my own car in the city so I am open to helping with carpools and pick ups whenever needed. I have 10 years of experience of child care. I have watched children ranging from 3...

Jillian D. says "I hired Kara 2 years ago as a part time and date night sitter for my two young children. Kara was always punctual, dependable, and communicative in...

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Lisa B.

Part-time Babysitter

Natick, MA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I have many years of experience working with kids. I am a mom of two fabulous girls who are both college graduates. I am a director of a preschool program, a teacher and have been teaching kids ranging in age from 1-6 for the past 25 years. I absolutely love my job! I am physically active, have run several marathons, play...
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Jennifer L.

Allston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Jennie. I'm currently seeking a part time nanny opportunity 2-3 days per week while I complete Yoga Teacher Training and an Esthetics program as I begin a new career chapter pivoting away from corporate HR. I have nearly 20 years of childcare experience, including roles as a nanny, babysitter, and infant...

Allison J. says "Jennie was our loving, caring, fun-yet-strict nanny for 18 months. She is reliable and responsible but, best of all, I always knew she had the kids' best...

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Sandra M.

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hello hello, my name is SandraI have experience with newborns and with infants. I have great references. I absolutely love babysitting. I have been babysitting since I was 14 and have babysat for many different families with different age of kids. I love spending time with kids because there is so much to learn from them, from...

Care Member says "Sandra is great- reliable, capable and helpful to our family for meal prep, ironing and miscellaneous projects. "

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Ekaterina K.

Experienced Babysitter, Registered Nurse

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am a Registered Pediatric Nurse working at a Boston Hospital. I graduated from the the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Science with my BSN in 2020 and recently completed my Masters in Public Health in May 2023. I love working with kids and have experience with newborns -teenagers. I am good for long term...

Megan R. says "If I could give more stars I would. I have to say, I'm am really impressed with this young woman! I have always been scared to use the Internet to find a...

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Grace G.

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$33/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
"In every job that must be done, there is an element of fun!" Hello, I'm Grace! I am a creative, patient, energetic and compassionate caregiver with approximately 7 years of experience on and off caring for children from ages 6 mos.- teenagers. I graduated from Salem State University with a BFA in Theatre Performance, with a...

Jessica J. says "Grace worked with our family, caring for our toddler-aged daughter for a year. She became like part of the family and she would still be with us if we...

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Marion C.

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I'm finishing my bachelor's degree online at ASU, where I study psychology with a focus on child development. My coursework is asynchronous, so my schedule is very flexible. I'm looking to nanny part-time (maximum of ~8 hours), between one and three kids basically any age from infant to middle school. I have experience with...

Amy G. says "Marion has been babysitting for us for the past 5 years. She has been great with all three of my children from infant to 10 yo. She is very creative and...

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Rebecca P.

Jamaica Plain, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi there! My name is Rebecca and I'm looking to babysit this coming fall. I have experience with infants, toddlers, and small children, but I am happy to babysit kids older than that too. I just started an online master's program at Tulane University after spending the last year babysitting and nannying on and off. In my final...

Katherine C. says "Becky is an absolute gem and I would recommend her to literally anyone. Here's what you should know. 1) Becky is extremely professional. She...

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Anna B.

Brookline, MA

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Anna, and I'm an assistant in the Children's Department of a local library, where I work with kids and families of all ages. I have been babysitting since high school, and did so for a living during graduate school, where I studied Children's Literature. I have really missed babysitting since then, and am excited...

Karen H. says "Anna is a creative, responsible, and engaging caregiver. She "connected" with our kid right away by simply drawing right along side of her. Our kid still...

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Neddra E.

Over 10 Years Work Experience with Children

Waltham, MA

4.8(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello my name is Neddra, I have 25 plus years of experience as caregiver. I am a behavioral specialist, Nanny, babysitter, and caregiver. My experiences are withschool aged and middle school. I am Fully vaccinated, CPR certified and EEC certified. My experiences are I worked with children ages 1-18yrs. My job is to make sure...

Care Member says "Caregiver was late by twenty minutes without reasonable explanation. Even though we booked from 5 to 7:30 she also tried to leave early. For positives...

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Chinaza O.

Babysitter And Tutor

Boston, MA

4.8(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
My love for working with children has brought me back to my college side gig!! During the week, I work as a product manager at a major consulting firm. However, my I was a part-time babysitter for most of college for weekends and date nights, and have cared for many families over the last 7 years.

Chris R. says "Thank you Chinaza for all of your help and hope to see you again!"

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Breia B.

Hyde Park, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Breia! I am currently looking for a part time position 3-4 days a week. Time and day can be a bit flexible. I do have another part time job on weekends but mainly in the evening. I am 27 years old, graduated with a degree in human development and human services from Merrimack College. I have 8 years of experience...

Elise R. says "Breia was our nanny for 2 years, starting when our son was age 2 months. She also helped watch our older girls during non school days. Breia is flexible,...

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Maribel R.

Nanny/Babysitter Available For 2024-2025 School

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a fluent Spanish speaker. Experienced with all ages from infants/toddlers, through middle school. Experienced includes at-home care, daycare centers and public-school settings Enjoy spending time outdoors, arts and crafts, sports and many other activities. Bilingual English/Spanish. Currently perusing Masters in...

Zahraa S. says "Maribel was an excellent care taker for my 18 month old son! She was timely, caring, and kind and I would highly recommend her to anyone! Thanks Maribel!"

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Hannah B.

Let's Learn & Explore!

Boston, MA

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hi there! My name's Hannah . I have 15+ years of experience working with children and have loved every minute of it. I believe there are adventures waiting all around us & love to make the day fun with crafts, baking projects, and excursions. Reach out to me if you think we'd be a good fit!
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Janice C.

Child Caregiver

Mattapan, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have been a child caregiver for over 15 years. I am outgoing, dependable and responsible. I'm a Certified Newborn Care Specialist. I have cared for kids from newborn up to age 10 and I have fun doing it. I love to cook, clean, read to kids, sing, play with them, do arts and craft, take them to the park and classes. I love...

Josselyn R. says "Janice watched my 9 month old son so me and my fiance could have a night out. She was great! Very kind and attentive with him and followed my...

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Maria V.

Roslindale, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
Hello, my name is Maria, I am 33 years old, I am from Mexico and I graduated as a teacher in preschool education. I have experience taking care of children almost 10 years and working with them professionally 5 years; I have taken care of newborn babies up to 7-year-old. I am an active person, I like walking with children, doing...

Clementine F. says "Maria took care of our 5 month old daughter almost every day 9-4pm for about a month until we found a daycare. She was always punctual, reliable and...

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Katie K.

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I recently graduated from Ithaca College in NY. I now live in Cambridge. I love children and would love to help out as much as you need it when I am free! I swam and rowed Varsity in college, and I am a very active person. I love children and have been babysitting neighbors and family members for years. I have been a nanny...

Ashley D. says "Katie is AMAZING! She nannied for our three-year-old for three months. Katie is extremely patient and caring, responsible, fun, and flexible. She truly...

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Lindsay F.

Child care

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
Hi, my name is Lindsay, and I am currently living in Boston and working as a paralegal in Malden. I have been working with kids for years and have been able to create great relationships with the families I work with. While I love my position as a paralegal, I miss working with kids and would love to squeeze in some...

Kathy G. says "Lindsay is absolutely fantastic! She's dependable and my girls LOVE her. We will miss her very much and plan to use her as babysitter in the future!"

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.15/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.7

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in West Newton, MA

Babysitters in West Newton, MA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Tzipora G.

Tzipora is amazing. She's caring and extremely punctual. She also works with the baby to keep on a proper developmental track. We'll miss...

- Chriss E.

Whitney S.

Whitney has shown up the two times she came and met my 15 month old son! She is great with him and he really warmed up to her fast. She is...

- Lindsay K.

Kara G.

I hired Kara 2 years ago as a part time and date night sitter for my two young children. Kara was always punctual, dependable, and...

- Jillian D.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in West Newton, MA:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in West Newton, 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 13 babysitters in West Newton, MA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.

The average rate for West Newton, MA babysitters on Care.com is $20.15 per hour as of November 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in West Newton, 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.

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