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1,201 child care providers are listed in Boston, MA

The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby child care providers is 5 years

Child care providers in Boston, MA

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Clarisa C.


Boston, MA

$30-45/hr8 yrs exp

Bilingual Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I've loved kids ever since I can remember! Growing up I knew my passion was to work with children and got to live out that dream by working as a Clinical Research Assistant in Boston Children's Hospital (BCH) for four years. At BCH I got to work with newborns (as young as 12 days old!), toddlers, and children on a regular basis....
Clarisa can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Katy P.


Boston, MA

$20-26/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Katy, I am 25 years old and am currently a clinical psychology PhD student in Boston, MA. Prior to graduate school, I worked in the Psychiatry department at MGH, with individuals across the lifespan, including children and adolescents. I have been caring for young children for the past decade, beginning at age 14 as a...
Katy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Katy is amazing with my 3yr old and 11mo old! You can tell that she really enjoys spending time with them! She is always punctual and has come through for me several times when I needed a same day sitter. I hired her about a month ago and will continue to use her...

Amy T.

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Isabel T.


Boston, MA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

I'm an experienced nanny ! I took a gap year in 2020 due to COVID and spent my time working with 4mo-12mo babies, but have experience with children up to 14! I have completed a sleep training course, educated in baby sign language, CPR certified, and eager to learn! I would describe myself as energetic, hands on, dependable,...
Isabel can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Izzy was absolutely amazing! We hired her for a wedding to watch our 1.5 year old son, and he loved her and wanted to hang with her all night! Would 100% recommend her."

Lindsey B.

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Elizabeth T.


Boston, MA

$23/hr8 yrs exp

DATE NIGHT/ WEEKEND SITTER!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Elizabeth, I am 24 and I graduated from Lasell University with a degree in Psychology. During my time there, I also pursued double minors in Childhood and Adolescent Studies, as well as Human Resources. I have several years of experience in various childcare roles, including babysitting, early childhood intervention,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Liz has been great with my kids from diapers to pre-teen! Never had an issue and my children really enjoy spending time with her. Very trustworthy as well. You will not be disappointed. "

Janna Z.

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Katie H.


Boston, MA

$21-25/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Katie and I love working with kiddos. My initial career choice was to become a teacher, but I ultimately ended up choosing music business instead. I would love to help with whatever you need help with (errands, pick up, drop off, housekeeping, etc). I have roughly 3 years of experience: my most recent being...
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Katie was a great caretaker for my two year old son. She is vaccinated, has a car, and is very communicative. She was very gentle, patient, and thoughtful with my son and enjoyed spending time with him. Katie is a great person all around!"

Nicole L.

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Keira R.


Boston, MA

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Information About Me

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working with children for 6 years professionally, in several different setting. I have worked at a in home daycare for 4 years and a certified childcare center for two years. I have participated in volunteering for children's preschools and learning centers. I am very passionate with the work I do, I have interactive...
Keira can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I hired Keira to care for my 2 year old as I was in-town for business meetings. We had great conversations on the phone and she made me feel comfortable right from the start. My daughter was suitably dubious, then quickly warmed to Keira and had a great time...

Sarah M.

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Fiona S.


Boston, MA

$25-43/hr4 yrs exp

Creative, Energetic, Loving Nanny

Hello! I am a graduate student at Boston University School of Social Work and Public Health. I absolutely love spending time with kids, playing outside, getting creative with arts and crafts, and facilitating imaginative play. I have worked with infants to 12-year-olds in a variety of settings, from camp counselor to full-time...
Fiona can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Fiona worked with us for about a year before she moved. She had been super flexible. My daughter loves her. Fiona played a lot with her, read books and took her out local park, farms and activities even. She helped me around with chores like loading dishwasher,...

Snehil C.

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Hannah Jane C.


Boston, MA

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Hannah, and I'm currently a college student studying music in the Boston area. I grew up babysitting in my neighborhood, and even helped my mom nanny a baby boy while I was in high school! I have always loved kids, and wish to have some of my own someday :) I am fun-loving, creative, and responsible. I love...
Hannah Jane can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Hannah helped us out on short notice with an emergency childcare situation. She was eager to help and very easy to communicate with. She took wonderful care of our sick, fussy toddler, who is often fearful of strangers but seemed to warm up to Hannah very quickly....

Sarah G.

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Mary B.


Boston, MA

$25-40/hr4 yrs exp

Creative And Joyful Caretaker

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am looking to assist you and your family with evening and weekend childcare. I am a licensed elementary teacher. I am currently teaching 1st and 2nd grade at a private school in the Cambridge area. I completed my masters in education with a focus in literacy in May of 2020. I have experience working in day cares with children...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Best Nanny one can wish for. Mary (or Tori, as we know her) has been our son's best friend throughout this summer 2021. We feel so fortunate to have had her taking care of our son. E's face every morning when she arrives, says it all; she is a perfect caretaker in...

Eric G.

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Colleen T.


Boston, MA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Hello, I'm a BU student set to graduate in May 2023 pursuing licensure in Elementary Education and Special Education. Not only do I love working with children, but I also have the experience and passion necessary to care for your child. Through my experiences student teaching and working as a camp counselor and preschool...
Colleen can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Colleen was a great candidate for a nannying position, and I regret we did not select her in hindsight. We appreciated her conscientiousness, reliability, and expertise in early childhood education."

Michelle C.

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Brianna S.


Boston, MA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Living On Cape Cod

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am receiving my master's in Speech and Language Pathology at the University of New Haven. I have been babysitting for younger family members since I was 14 and have worked for numerous families throughout high school, college, and post-grad. I have experience babysitting for children of all ages, from newborns to 12. I will be...
Brianna can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Brianna is incredible. She watched my five year old daughter over the past summer. Over 3 months she was never late, found endlessly creative ways to entertain and challenge my daughter and became part of our family. I couldn't recommend someone more highly."

David V.

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Prema R.


Boston, MA

$18/hr4 yrs exp

Hello!

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Prema and I'm a current architecture student. I love kids and I'll always make sure they're having fun by making art, cooking, or playing outside! I have about five years of experience with babysitting and summer camps. I've also always taken care of my younger cousins and sibling so babysitting is second...
5.0
"Prema babysat my 3 and 6 year old sons. She was delightful and even tidied up! The boys adored her. We will definitely use her again if given the opportunity. "

Kelly P.

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Addison D.


Boston, MA

$28-60/hr7 yrs exp

About Me

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! A little about me, I am the second oldest of 9. I have been baby sitting since I was 15 years old and have watched children from the age of 8mos- 13 years. I have also coached multiple volleyball teams ages 7-14 and am CPR certified! As well as 7 years of experience, I have a list of recommendations from recent...
Addison can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Addison was such an amazing sitter for my two boys (4 and 6)!! She isn't one of those sitters that just "sits", she actually spends time with my kids and makes sure they are always having fun! They are always asking when my husband and I are going to go out so they...

Tristan B.

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Lily B.


Boston, MA

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Lily, and I have been babysitting and tutoring since I was in seventh grade! I have a deep love for children, and even before I babysat, I volunteered in classrooms for service hours. I love music, crafts, make-believe, baking, and anything that creates smiles. I am also experienced in ASL, am CPR and first aid...
Lily can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Lily is a repeat hire. When searching for a sitter, I messaged her and she responded promptly. She has been a great communicator, and I appreciate that. Some of the sitters read the message but did not reply at all. At first meeting, Lily got along instantly with...

Joman W.

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Patty S.


Boston, MA

$30/hr8 yrs exp

Patty Boston, MA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am an organized, patient, flexible, responsible, fun and caring 24-year-old graduate student that lives in the North End of Boston. I started out studying to be early childhood education teacher, specifically special education, and now I am at MGH IHP to become a Speech Language Pathologist. I have a ton of experience...
Patty can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"We worked with Patty this past year and we are so happy we found her. We are very cautious with who we decide to watch our child and Patty checked all the boxes. She is reliable, punctual and responsible. She was easy to work with and was always safe with our...

Erin R.

Child care centers in Boston, MA

Nurtury Inc. @ Tremont Street

436 Tremont St, Boston, MA

Starting at $70/day

Nurtury Inc. @ Tremont Street provides a preschool program in Boston, Massachusetts. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They aim to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. Nurtury Inc. @ Tremont...

Sunshine Childcare Center

236 Harrison Ave, Boston, MA

Starting at $240/wk

Sunshine Childcare Center is a state-licensed child care facility that offers bilingual educational day care programs for preschool children. Located in Boston, Massachusetts, the company provides its services to children ages three to seven years old. The company’s programs are offered year-round...

Cooper Community Child Development Center

1891 WASHINGTON ST, BOSTON, MA

Costimate: $205/wk

Cooper Community Child Development Center is a child care and education provider that serves the community of Boston MA. It offers a warm and caring environment and provides developmentally appropriate learning programs for under-served children and their families. The school promotes activities...

East Boston Montessori School

956 Saratoga St, Boston, MA

Starting at $6950/day

East Boston Montessori School in Boston, MA is dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways.The center has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential through experiential...

Little Folks Community Day Care Center Inc

65 Trenton St, Boston, MA

Costimate: $132/wk

Little Folks Community Day Care Center, Inc. (LFCDCC, INC.) endeavors to create an atmosphere in which both child and family feel welcome. We celebrate cultural, ethnic and national holidays to open the eyes of children to the likeness and differences of all peoples. Little Folks cares for...

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Most recent reviews for child care providers in Boston, MA

Katy P.

5.0

Katy is amazing with my 3yr old and 11mo old! You can tell that she really enjoys spending time with them! She is always punctual and has come through for me several times when I needed a same day sitter. I hired her about a month ago and will continue to use her regularly because the kids are...

- Amy T.

Isabel T.

5.0

Isabel is amazing! She is thoughtful and capable. The kids loved her.

- Erin C.

Elizabeth T.

5.0

Liz has been great with my kids from diapers to pre-teen! Never had an issue and my children really enjoy spending time with her. Very trustworthy as well. You will not be disappointed.

- Janna Z.

Katie H.

5.0

Katie was a great caretaker for my two year old son. She is vaccinated, has a car, and is very communicative. She was very gentle, patient, and thoughtful with my son and enjoyed spending time with him. Katie is a great person all around!

- Nicole L.

Keira R.

5.0

I hired Keira to care for my 2 year old as I was in-town for business meetings. We had great conversations on the phone and she made me feel comfortable right from the start. My daughter was suitably dubious, then quickly warmed to Keira and had a great time exploring the parks enough to go down...

- Sarah M.

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Average Rating4.8 / 5

Child Care Providers in Boston, MA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 311 reviews of the 1,201 listed child care providers.