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Ariana R.

Hi! My Name Is Ariana. I Am A Second Year At Tufts University Looking To Babysit Over Breaks!

Cambridge, MA

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, responsible, and level-headed. I love working with kids because they bring such joy! I've worked with children of all ages for over 5 years now, and I have always left each experience feeling very fulfilled and with more knowledge. I think it's very important for kids to have strong...
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Burlington, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
I have been a stay at home mother for approximately 13 years. During those years I have cared for several families. I have provided after school care, before school and summer care. I have been a volunteer in the school system of my town, was a religion teacher for several years and also a Scout leader. I have a B. S. in...

Paula R. says "Donna helps pick up our kids after school, and drive them to our house. She is very reliable, safe and conscientious. We look forward to keep using her."

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Burlington, MA

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$24/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
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My name is Morgan! I'm an experienced sitter with over 8 years of experience with children from infants through age 14. When I'm working with kids I like to keep them active with games outside, or doing arts and crafts. I can also help with before school drop-off, or after school pick-up a few days a week. Additionally, I'm...
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Waltham, MA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
Hi there! My name is Erin and I came across your post this afternoon and thought I'd tell u a little about myself. For the past 3 yrs I've been watching 2 kids in Lexington before school to play a little and see them off to the bus stop . I also help run errands , and tidy up for a family in Belmont . I've found both of these...
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East Boston, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have been a camp counselor overnight camp for girls for 8 years and a babysitter for after school, before school, and date night needs. . I have my own transportation and I am used to driving vans full of children while at camp. I highly enjoy working with kids and I work my hardest to make sure that every kid in my care is...
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Experienced Nanny And Babysitter

Brighton, MA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Hi, I'm Lia! I work afternoons as a behavioral interventionist for kids with Autism, and I am looking to supplement my income with childcare. I am searching for a family who will need childcare in the morning before school this fall, but I am also searching for short term gigs. I am patient and compassionate. I have experience...
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Part-time Or Full-time Care Giver Available

Stoughton, MA

4.7(1)
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$15/hr
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
About 5-6 years ago I used to babysit for my former boss who works . I was in charge of watching 4 children. Ages 4, 7, 12, and 15 years old at the time. I would either watch them at there place of residence or I would take them out somewhere fun. I would say I did for about 2-2/12 years. I also helped raised my brother who...

Jennifer M. says "Jill took great care of the children, they liked her a lot!"

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North Weymouth, MA

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello, My Name is Tiffanie, and I have been babysitting since the age of 17, also being CPR certified. I have helped families through out the years with their children. I'd usually, either, help out in the mornings before school started, or even helping out with after school necessities. I am also available on some weekends,...
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Part Time To Full Time Care Available For The Summer

East Weymouth, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I currently work with a family in Hingham three afternoons a week (MTTh) and care for my own two kids in my off time but am looking to add to my work load. In the past I have worked with kindergarten, first, and second graders during the school year as a paraprofessional which I did for five years in Hingham prior to the...
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  • The average post rate is $22.00/hr as of October 2025

FAQs for finding before school child care near you in Cambridge, MA

The average rate for before school child care services near you in Cambridge, MA is $22.00 per hour. Each before school child care provider’s rate can vary and can be impacted by factors like how many children require care, the caregiver’s experience, and the cost of living in your area.

If you’re looking for before school child care near you in Cambridge, MA, you can use Care.com to make your search easier. You have the option to search for before school child care providers by their distance from Cambridge, MA and by hourly pay rate. You can also compare the years of experience each caregiver has, the specific services they offer, and what age groups of kids they specialize in caring for.

All before school child care providers offer a unique set of services, but most help with general caregiving, preparing easy meals for the children, and making sure they get ready for school on time. You can also hire a before school child care provider to drive your children to school if they have a valid driver’s license and feel comfortable offering that service. You can compare different Care.com profiles near you in Cambridge, MA until you find a caregiver who offers the before school child care services you’re looking for.

When you’re searching for before school child care near you in Cambridge, MA, you can interview a few different candidates and can ask them any questions that will help indicate if they can provide your family with the support you need. It can be really helpful to ask about their prior caregiving experience, confirm when they are available to work, and determine what responsibilities they can help with.

We ask all before school child care providers on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Anyone who completes this background check has a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run. This is a great jumping off point, but we strongly advise that you take additional steps to hire a before school child care provider near you in Cambridge, MA safely. For example, you can interview a few different candidates, can check references, and can run your own background check. You can also read reviews from other families near you that worked with the child care providers you're interested in.

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