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269 babysitters are listed in Waltham, MA
The average rate is $21/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Waltham, MA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love children. I raised two of my own. They are in college now. I was a Girl Scout leader for 6 years. I took children camping. I love to play games with them, do drawings, sing songs, create different art and crafts, make cookies, watch cartoons, do exercises, go to playgrounds, libraries, read story books, paintings, and...
Alina can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Alina interviewed with us for a long term position only because it was closer to home. We would have hired her but she couldn't bear to leave the children for whom she cared so much. Just the person we would have wanted to hire. She is calm, cool and collected...
Chloe C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have experience working with children ranging from 6 weeks to 14 years old. When I was 18 I was lucky enough to do a 6 week internship with a second grade class at a local elementary school where I learned more about working with younger children. For a few months when I was in college I worked at a daycare that had students...
Allyson can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Allyson did a date-night sit for me and was absolutely lovely! Punctual and really sweet with my boys. I'd definitely hire again."
Ali L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Brooke and I live in the Waltham area. I have experience watching young kids, and am happy to help with tasks like: meal prep, feeding, laundry, housekeeping, petcare, etc. I am excited for a new opportunity and hope to hear from you soon!
Brooke can also help with: Carpooling
5.0
"Working with Brooke was great - she was punctual and the kids loved her! Would recommend to other families."
Brooke C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I 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 their curiosity at the world...
Sandra can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sandra is warm, fun, loving, responsible and loves kids. I’ve worked with her for almost 3 years and I’m impressed with her positive attitude, timeliness, and warmth.
She is terrific "
Care member
5.0
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
With over 13 years of professional childcare experience in both London, UK, and Boston. I have a solid foundation in caring for children and infants across all age groups. I hold a childcare degree from Barnet and Southgate College in London, UK. I am also a mother of two who have earned their PhD degrees in engineering and...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Esama looked after my children like they were her kids. Esama loves children and always ensures they are safe and happy while in her care
Best child minder I have ever had and will definitely recommend to any family .She is responsible ,reliable ,patient and...
Tomi I.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am 30 years old and am a biologist working at a pharmaceutical company. I've always been drawn to children as I am an older sibling, aunt, and have held several babysitting/nannying jobs over the years. I have experience from newborn to preteen, but most of my 'professional experience' is btwn. ages 0-8. My most...
Krystal can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Krystal watched our then-6-month-old daughter for several months, and was incredibly patient, caring, kind, nurturing, and loving to our daughter. She took direction well and understood and respected our parental preferences. She helped foster our daughter's love...
Tom F.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have over 15 years of experience caring for seniors, assisting them with personal care, meal preparations, medication reminders, light housekeeping, errands, transportation to physicians, or family visitations, wheelchair/bed transfers, Hoyer lifts, board transfers and companionship. I am very passionate about what I do...
Christine can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands, home modification, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She was so empathetic , hardworking, time conscious and patient with the clients "
Care member
4.9
(19)
Hired by 25 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Jess, and I am a law grad from Loyola, New Orleans. My wife and I just moved to Waltham and I am currently studying for the Mass bar exam.
I am always smiling and laughing (it's something children always notice). I truly enjoy working and playing with children and would welcome the opportunity to get to know you and...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jess was great! My daughter felt immediately comfortable with her on her first visit. We’ll definitely be hiring her again. "
Care member
Emely H.
Waltham, MA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love spending time outdoors when possible and also make sure kids are always having fun and staying safe. I have been babysitting as a side job for several years now and have no problem with giving referrals if needed. I have always enjoyed spending time with kids. I'm responsible and very flexible with my hours during the...
Emely can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"Emely watched our two kids for the summer and was absolutely fantastic. She was able to take them to activities locally, as well as drive them for a few farther excursions elsewhere. She has always been on time and is completely dependable."
Joanne J.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Stefani. I am 25 years old and I'm a part time graduate student. I am looking for occasional weekend date nights currently. As for experience, I have given care for several families in Newton Center, Wellesley, Watertown, and Waban, Ma. I also have other non-babysitting references and I'm an avid dog-sitter as...
Stefani can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She took care of my two children then - 7 and 9 year old, from picking them up from school, driving them to their after school activities, homework help, simple meal preparation and getting them to bed.
I've really enjoyed working with her. She has a good...
Cheryl A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been nannying for about 18 years and am also a licensed massage therapist, working with all populations including children. My experience includes nannying/babysitting, teaching in pre-toddler, toddler and preschool classrooms, camp counseling, instructing mommy and me art classes, facilitating friendship groups, being a...
Jenn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"I wholeheartedly recommend Jenn to any family looking for an exceptional caregiver. Over the past year and a half, she has become indispensable to our family. Jenn's warmth, kindness, and patience make her a natural with our 2.5 year old daughter. Her...
Duncan N.
Alyssa B.
Waltham, MA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Alyssa. I am 26 years old living in Waltham, MA. I currently work as a Registered Nurse in the Operating Room at Lahey Hospital and Medical Center. I have two Bachelors degree from Stonehill College and Northeastern University. While an undergraduate student, I played on the Stonehill women's lacrosse team. I...
Alyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"I have known Alyssa and her family for many years. She is a kind, caring and responsible young lady. She often takes care of her two younger brothers. Alyssa would be a great asset to any family in need of child care."
Dina D.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lily and I'm currently a student at Bentley University. I spent the previous two years as a florist at Whole Foods. At the same time I worked once a week for a wonderful family, caring for their daughter from when she was 3 months old until over two years. Watching her grow was the most rewarding experience of...
Lillian can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We absolutely love Lily! She watched our infant son twice a week for a couple months and made our lives so much easier. She is confident, coach-able, kind, and caring. The first day she babysat for us, I came home to hear her singing our son to sleep with her...
Samantha K.
Domenica M.
Waltham, MA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.3
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Domenica, I have been babysitting for almost 5 years now. I love kids and I love to watch them, play, help them out. I am a very responsible person with a good car record. I am also very flexible with time.
Domenica can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Domenica is great all around! We consider ourselves lucky to have found her. In addition to being super reliable she bonded quickly with our kids (10 and 13 years) and serves as a role model."
Birgit F.
Amber P.
Waltham, MA
$10-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My mum had a daycare and I helped her. My major is Early Childhood in college and I have worked with infants and I'm very good with them. I'm a very organized person and I will help with around the house chores.
5.0
"We've had Amber sit for us twice now. My 9 year old tells us she's "awesome" and we find her very dependable. We like her so much that I was reluctant to right this review for fear she'll get too busy!"
Christina M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a recent graduate of Brandeis University currently living in the Waltham area, and am looking to start tutoring. I graduated from Brandeis in 2022 with a B. A. in Sociology, and a minor in French and Francophone Studies. I am very familiar with the skills required to excel in English classes due to my educational...
5.0
"We loved working with Leah.
Punctual and solid communication: She was on time for our phone interview, she confirmed our arranged time the morning of, arrived on time, and messaged in between to let me know she would in fact be arriving on time. So - terrific...
Jen D.
4.8
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
K-3 TUTOR FOR READING/PHONICS/WRITING/MATH AVAILABLE
Hello, families! My name is Alicia and I am a first grade teacher in Lexington. I am currently tutoring a few students virtually and I am looking for a few more virtual or face-to-face students (we can discuss if it would be safe). In order to solidify foundational literacy...
Alicia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Alicia is absolutely the best. She was a full time, 9 to 5, nanny for our two kids (3 and 7) last summer. I can't really imagine anyone doing a better job. She is 100% dependable, I feel the kids are very safe with her. She is a lot of fun too and worked hard to...
Jane W.
Limaira L.
Waltham, MA
$30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I just absolutely love and adore children. As soon as I graduate college, I want to look for a career in working with children. Before going to college, I was a part of this program called City Year, where I was able to work with third grade students in a classroom helping them with their classwork and homework. It was a great...
Limaira can also help with: Light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I enjoy making people happy. And that starts with having a clean area regardless of where it is-an office, a home, a hotel room, gym, lobby, etc.
Helping families and home owners with house cleaning and maintenance. I always deliver a top quality service. I treat my clients homes as if they were my own. Considering your...
Aura can also help with: Basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning, carpet cleaning, attic cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"Aura is very professional and has done a great job at leaving our house as new!"
David M.
Jonathan S.
Waltham, MA
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
MULTI -TALENTED,HONEST, COMMITTED AND HARD WORKING CARE GIVER
5.0
(3)
Managed the care of over 35 residents aged 48 to 97 with daily needs including personal hygiene, dressing, turning positions, and transferring from chairs to bed
Monitored patient changes of breath, body temperature, blood pressure, glucose levels, and emotional wellbeing
Trained 12 new staff throughout employment, providing...
Jonathan can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, respite care, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"He is a marvel with people... such a caring, committed hardworking person! His gentleness and kind attitude with my dad kept him at peace with a smile till his last breathe."
David B.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Waltham, MA
Alina M.
5.0
Alina interviewed with us for a long term position only because it was closer to home. We would have hired her but she couldn't bear to leave the children for whom she cared so much. Just the person we would have wanted to hire. She is calm, cool and collected which is the sort of person children...
- Chloe C.
Allyson N.
5.0
Allyson did a date-night sit for me and was absolutely lovely! Punctual and really sweet with my boys. I'd definitely hire again.
- Ali L.
Brooke T.
5.0
Working with Brooke was great - she was punctual and the kids loved her! Would recommend to other families.
- Brooke C.
Sandra M.
5.0
Sandra is warm, fun, loving, responsible and loves kids. I’ve worked with her for almost 3 years and I’m impressed with her positive attitude, timeliness, and warmth.
She is terrific
- Care member
Esmat V.
5.0
We cannot recommend Esmat more highly. She has been a wonderful, loving and kind member of our family for the past 2.5 years. She started working full time with our family when our oldest daughter (now almost 3) was 3 months old and our 2nd daughter is now 1 year. She has helped us to raise them...
- Katherine W.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Waltham, MA:
How can I find a Waltham babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Waltham, 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 269 babysitters in Waltham, MA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.4. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Waltham, MA?
The average rate for Waltham, MA babysitters on Care.com is $21.57 per hour as of April 2024. 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.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Waltham, MA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Waltham, MA through Care.com. As of 2024, 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.
Ratings for Waltham, MA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.4 / 5
Babysitters in Waltham, MA are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 106 reviews of the 269 listed babysitters.