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Emily V. says "Liz arrived on time, was a good communicator, Kept us updated and great with our 16 month old. We felt he was safe and in good responsible hands. We would...
Kim D. says "I can't say enough about Ida! We first met her when she was student teaching at our children's preschool and then were lucky enough to have her as a regular...
Barbara G. says "Kim has been my babysitter for over 10 years. We met Kim when she worked in a daycare center and then she took my 2 children on after the daycare closed....
School Counselor And Nurturing Mother Of 2 Teenage Daughters Available Part Time After School
Salem, MA
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- $30/hr
Care Member says "Kelly has taken care of our three kids multiple times. She is caring, kind and the kids love her! I highly recommend Kelly!"
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Britt G. says "Kelsey is caring and super knowledgeable. She is not just a sitter, she is an experienced baby/toddler teacher who understands what is age appropriate...
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- $25/hr
Alison S. says "So good with our elderly cat while we were away for a long weekend. Would absolutely hire Kelley again in a second!"
Katylne G. says "Jennifer is awesome! She is able to keep children engaged and entertained along with helping them learn. She is truly an incredible provider and will be...
Daniela D. says "Jessica is a wonderful, vibrant, joyous, and extremely kind and loving babysitter. Our two young kids adore her and cannot wait to see her. She has known...
Former Preschool Teacher W 19+ Yrs Childcare Experience Seeking FULL TIME Nanny Position
Salem, MA
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- $25/hr
Jenn E. says "Karen has been working with us full time. Please don't hesitate to reach out to us (via Karen) for a reference. We are happy to answer any questions. "
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Emily W. says "Jennifer is our current Nanny but it feels more appropriate to call her family at this point. When searching for a full-time caregiver, we could have never...
Candice G. says "Ashley was absolutely wonderful! She cared for my two small boys (5 months and 2 years) for a couple months as a full time nanny. She was punctual,...
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Jamison P. says "Sam recently babysat our 4 month old daughter, and made our first experience of hiring a babysitter very pleasant. She arrived early, connected with our...
Dawn W. says "Laura was a blessing to our family. She was absolutely incredible with our son, who she took care of full time from 9 months old to 22 months old. She...
Barbara S. says "Diane is a very loyal care giver. She has experience with infants as shown by her while caring for my grandson. She interacts with infants/children in a...
Care Member says "Excellent child care provider. Dependable, responsible, caring and warm-hearted."
Child care centers in Salem, MA
Young World Academy
3 GreenLedge Street Salem, MA
For Kids Only After School
194 Essex St Salem, MA
Gabriela says "The teachers are wonderfully nurturing and provide children with meaningful activities that support learning and leads to greater curiosity. The alphabet,...
Little Beginning Day Care Center
75 Canal St Salem, MA
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149 child care providers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $22.65/hr as of January 2026
The average star rating for rated child care providers is 4.8
Recent child care reviews from local parents in Salem, MA
Child Care Providers in Salem, MA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 60 reviews of the 149 listed child care providers
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FAQs for finding child care near you in Salem, MA
How much is child care near me in Salem, MA?
Hiring someone on Care.com to provide child care services will cost an average of $22.65 per hour as of January 2026. This rate may vary depending on the experience each child care provider has, how many kids you will need them to watch, the age of your children, and whether you need part-time or full-time child care.
How can I find child care near me in Salem, MA?
Care.com currently has 128 child care providers near you in Salem, MA. You can search for caregivers by their distance from Salem, MA and by hourly pay rate. Then you can compare their experience, specific services they offer and what age groups of kids they specialize in caring for. You can also read reviews from other families in Salem, MA that have worked with the child care providers you're interested in.
What interview questions should I ask a Salem, MA child care provider?
You want to find a child care provider that will get along with your kids, but also follows many of the same parenting ideas you have. Structure your questions around how your kids behave in certain situations and what the provider thinks is the best action to take. And because there are plenty of activities to do in Salem, MA, you should ask questions about the fun things each child care provider would do to keep your kids happy and entertained. Finally, ask each provider about their past child care experience, references from other families in Salem, MA and if they are certified in first aid and CPR.
What type of child care services are available near me in Salem, MA in January, 2026?
Different child care providers are willing to offer support in different ways. For example, some can provide after-school transportation and others can help with light housework and cleaning. The first step to finding the right type of child care is to outline what you'd like from a candidate before starting your child care search. Think about how much you are willing to pay, the level of experience you wish them to have, if you want them to have any first-aid certifications, and if you need them to handle additional duties beyond taking care of your kids. After this is completed, create an account on Care.com and answer a few questions to find child care providers near you that match your needs. You can then either post a job that can be seen by our extensive pool of caretakers, or search for child care providers on Care.com based on years of experience, hourly rate, availability, distance from your area, etc. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request additional background checks, and hire the child care provider that best meets the needs of your family.
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