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Isabel W.

Caring And Experienced Sitter!

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hello! I'm a teacher and love being around children. I hold two masters degrees in Education (the first is from Harvard University and and the second is from UMass Boston) I am in my second year teaching and I previously worked as an Education Consultant at a nonprofit. I grew up working in my mom's preschool and have been...

Kadi K. says "Isabel is incredible. I highly recommend her and fully trust her with my children. She also worked for me as a preschool teacher's assistant and is...

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Michelle P.

Experience, Caring Sitter

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi! I recently moved to the area with my husband, but previously worked with a family for three years (2018 to 2021) picking up and watching the kids (ages started: 4 and 7, ended 7 and 11) after school. I also have extensive experience caring for infants and toddlers from caring for my niece, now 2. 5, most Saturdays since she...

Priya M. says "I interviewed Michelle for a full-time position on short notice. She is a sweet and smart young lady. I felt assured that my baby would be safe and well...

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Annie S.

Babysitter Available For Week And Weekend

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting since I was 13. I love playing board games and doing crafts. At home I knit and make my own jewelry. I have a lot of experience with groups from Being a camp Counselor and helping out at birthday parties, including one that was princess themed. My own interests include reading, music, dance, and outdoor...

Ashley H. says "Annie is a very dependable babysitter. She has great energy. The kids loved her!"

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Jessica S.

Occasional Babysitting

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
I'm currently working as a sustainability consultant in the city and am seeking part-time babysitting opportunities. I have extensive experience caring for children aged 1 to 12, from occasional date night babysitting to full-time summer nannying. If you're in need of reliable, caring part-time childcare, feel free to reach...

Annie M. says "Jess is reliable and professional and great with kids. She helped us with our three young boys for several months. She was so patient and enthusiastic...

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Samantha H.

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have 3 years of experience, both babysitting and work at summer day camps. I love to keep the kids busy and active while making sure we have fun:) I can also help around the house in any way needed.

Kerry S. says "Samantha was great! I hired her for a one evening gig while my niece and nephews were in town and they loved her. She even taught them a new art and craft!...

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Khandice K.

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
I have been working with children for a very long time. My passion for child care started when I was a little girl trying to make a little extra change but as I got older it became more than a pastime. I started to realize that they had a habit of brightening even my worst day. I love taking care of children and I understand as...

Melissa M. says "I met with Khandice for an interview. She was timely, nice, and even put up with waiting for me to clean up my baby when she had quite the diaper...

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Maria S.

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hello parents! I am María , a Psych Major, premed student a Boston College! I love working with children, I have volunteered and worked at Children's Hospitals and Camps at Day Care Summer back home! I am fluent in both English and Spanish, feel free to reach out to me. I am available for interviews, phone calls, and whatever...

Lourdes J. says "Maria is very responsible and gets along very well with kids. She is a very charismatic and caring person who will make sure the kids are always well. I...

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Lauryn K.

Hi Families! My Name Is Lauryn And I Can't Wait To Hear From You!

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
6 years experience
I have a degree in PK-12 education (concentration in music) and years of experience both in the classroom/tutoring, in a daycare/summer camp and babysitting for families. I'd describe my personality as reliable, empathetic and patient. I like working with kids because helping and teaching children is the most rewarding job!...

Jamie A. says "Lauren is litteraly amazing!!! We had Lauren watch our daughter to help us out at the end of the school year for half day pre k! I immediately felt I could...

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Katie K.

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
+ 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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Emily S.

Part-Time Caregiver & Tutor

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Throughout the last 15 years, I've worked for a variety of child-based organizations. I've worked collaboratively with several families containing a wide-base of ages as their personal caregiver. I graduated from the University of Connecticut with a degree in Elementary Education in 2016 and a Master's Degree in Curriculum and...

Jarred P. says "Emily cared for our children for 2 summers and became a part of our family. We will miss her terribly but wish her luck in her future en devours."

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Luz Mary P.

Full-Time Nanny Available

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$34/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello families! I am a very honest, energetic, and loving person. I enjoy going to museums, parks, libraries, or any place that might help the development of the children. I have been caring for children for over 15 years but also, I have 3 of my own (All adults now). I am fluent in Spanish, and I am willing to teach it. During...

Alejandra M. says "Luz Mary has cared for my child for more than 5 years. She started working with me when my child was 5 months old. Luz Mary always followed...

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Clarisa C.

Bilingual Babysitter

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
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....

Lorena V. says "Clarisa worked for my family while she was living in Puerto Rico. She took care of my two young boys, 2 and 5 years-old. Clarisa is a very energetic,...

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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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Katherine V.

Babysitter/Caregiver

Cambridge, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi! My name is Kate, I have my Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and I work full time for the City of Cambridge M-F 8AM-4 p.m. I have babysitting experience from ages 6 months to 11 years old. I also work at an assisted living facility every other Sunday and I am very comfortable with pets (cats and dogs) of all ages...
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Pakavadee B.

Friendly Sitter, Kind And Active

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
Hi Family! My name is Pakavadee, My nickname is Kaning. I am from Thailand. I currently work full time with a boy who's 18 months ( I have been taking of him since he was 6 months old) in Watertown until end of August. So I am looking for full time position after that or so. I graduated of nursing from Thailand. I have...

Anna B. says "Kaning is a wonderful person and a great sitter! She worked full-time with us in May-June 2023 and took care of my 2.5 year old. My son loved her and she...

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Child care centers in Cambridge, MA

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4891 - TSC Childcare Operated by Everbrook Academy

220 BINNEY ST CAMBRIDGE, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
TSC Child Care Center operated by Everbrook Academy is a trusted daycare and preschool in Cambridge, MA, offering child care programs and summer camp. We provide full-time and part-time enrollment, as well as drop-in care options to support your family’s schedule. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, offers live streaming...

Kayla S. says "Our family has had a wonderful experience at Everbrook for the last three years! The staff go above and beyond to develop relationships with children and...

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Panda Bilingual Daycare

30 Cambridgepark Drive Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Child care
Preschool
Panda Bilingual Daycare is a bilingual Mandarin- English early educational childcare center combining the Montessori educational philosophy with Chinese and American language and culture. Our center's mission is to offer the highest quality care and education for children from three months to kindergarten entry. The Panda...

Mingshu H says "We have a 2.5yrs daughter in Panda Bilingual Daycare since this summer. We have been very satisfied so far. The site is brand new and the facilities are...

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Kiddie Academy of Cambridge

299 PROSPECT ST CAMBRIDGE, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
Preschool
Kiddie Academy of Cambridge, MA offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a...

Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls....

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Pine Village Preschool - Porter Square

2067 MASSACHUSETTS AVE CAMBRIDGE, MA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
Preschool
Spanish Immersion preschool program offering a modern approach to child development for toddler and preschool children. Program encourages creativity, acceptance, and inclusion. Tucked into the historic Henderson Carriage House Building at 2067 Mass Ave. lies our Porter Square school, which opened in 2009. Minutes from both...

Lauren C. says "Both of my kids have attended Inspire (previously Kids & Co.) starting as infants. The teachers and directors are great and very loving with the kids....

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Pine Village Preschool - Kendall Square

695 W KENDALL ST CAMBRIDGE, MA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
Preschool
Spanish immersion program providing care and educational services to toddler and preschool-age children. Curriculum includes problem-solving, practical life skills, numbers, shapes, colors, reading, songs, arts and crafts, and writing. Designed especially for our location in Kendall Square with two full exterior walls of 15-foot...

Yaheem J. says "Always teaching and doing fun activities, parents get updates from straight from the teachers and communication with them is the easiest. All around a...

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  • 389 child care providers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $24.00/hr as of October 2026

  • The average star rating for rated child care providers is 5.0

Recent child care reviews from local parents in Cambridge, MA

Child Care Providers in Cambridge, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 46 reviews of the 389 listed child care providers

Isabel W.

Isabel is incredible. I highly recommend her and fully trust her with my children. She also worked for me as a preschool teacher's assistant...

- Kadi K.

Michelle P.

I interviewed Michelle for a full-time position on short notice. She is a sweet and smart young lady. I felt assured that my baby would be...

- Priya M.

Annie S.

Annie is a very dependable babysitter. She has great energy. The kids loved her!

- Ashley H.

Common questions about child care in Cambridge, MA

Child care costs in Cambridge, MA can vary widely based on the type of care your family needs, your child’s age, and the schedule you’re looking for. Hourly rates often differ for nannies, babysitters, and other child care providers, with higher costs typically associated with infant care, multiple children, or full-time support. Many families start by estimating their budget with the Care.com child care cost calculator and then explore how rates compare across care types by reviewing average child care costs to better understand what to expect.
Families in Cambridge, MA can choose from several child care options based on their schedule, budget, and the level of consistency they need. Many families work with nannies who provide regular, in-home care and support daily routines, while others rely on babysitters for part-time, after-school, or occasional care. Some households may also consider live-in nannies, which can be a good fit for families who need extended coverage or more flexible hours. Additional options may include caregivers who help with school pick-ups, homework, meals, or bedtime routines. Understanding the full range of possibilities can make it easier to find the right fit, and a complete list of child care options can help families compare care types and responsibilities.
Finding reliable child care in Cambridge, MA often starts with clearly defining your family’s needs, such as schedule, budget, and the type of care that works best for your children. Many families compare caregiver experience, availability, and reviews from other parents before scheduling interviews or trial days. It can also help to divide the search and evaluation process between caregivers or partners, especially when juggling busy schedules, and some families take a more organized approach to finding child care together. Taking time to ask thoughtful questions, check references, and discuss expectations upfront can help ensure a dependable and long-term care match.
When choosing a child care provider in Cambridge, MA, it’s important to look for experience with your child’s age group, a caregiving style that aligns with your family’s values, and clear communication habits. Many families also consider reliability, flexibility with schedules, and how comfortable the provider is handling daily routines like meals, naps, and activities. Reviewing references, reading feedback from other families, and having open conversations about expectations can help you assess trust and fit. A provider who is attentive, consistent, and responsive can make a meaningful difference in your child’s day-to-day care.
When interviewing a child care provider in Cambridge, MA, focus on questions that help you understand how they would care for your child in real-life situations. Many families ask about experience with specific age groups, how a provider handles discipline, routines, and unexpected challenges, and what a typical day of care looks like. It’s also helpful to discuss communication preferences, reliability, and comfort with responsibilities like meals or transportation. Asking thoughtful babysitter interview questions and following proven tips for interviewing nannies can help you feel more confident as you compare candidates and move toward a hiring decision.

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