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Marie M.

Newton, MA

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$21/hr
5 years experience
General room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
I have worked for a number of families over the years doing everything from art projects with kids, driving them to and from various activities, dog walking, prepping dinner, basic cleaning and running errands! I work full-time for the YMCA and love keeping myself busy with busy families!
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Marie M.

Camp Registrar/Office Manager

Newton, MA

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$30/hr
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
I have worked for a number of families over the years doing everything from art projects with kids, driving them to and from various activities, dog walking, prepping dinner, and running errands! I work full-time for the YMCA and love keeping myself busy with busy families!
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Marie M.

Responsible Fun Energetic House Manager: )

Newton, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have worked for a number of families over the years doing everything from art projects with kids, driving them to and from various activities, dog walking, prepping dinner, and running errands! I work full-time for the YMCA and love keeping myself busy with busy families!
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Rachel P.

Companion And Helper

Newton, MA

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$25/hr
Errands
meal prep
transportation
light cleaning
I often care for my grandmother with dementia with household chores, running errands, and providing company. As she lives out of state, I am unable to care for her regularly, so she has someone visit to provide household help and company. I have seen how much it has helped her, and I would love to provide similar services for a...
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Liliana B.

Roslindale, MA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I provide child care, playdates, chauffeuring, light housekeeping duties, grocery shopping, meal prepping/cooking ( which I enjoy and pretty good at it) and running errands. I would be happy to provide you with more details of my job duties upon your interest. I love pets, the outdoors especially the beach, I am a very active,...

Lynne M. says "Liliana has been with our family for two years, she is now like family! She is excellent with our three children, she needs little instruction and always...

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Yanique B.

Chestnut Hill, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Companionship
live-in home care
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
I am a highly-motivated, responsible, and reliable caregiver, specializing in senior care. I am experienced and comfortable with all aspects of daily care, including assisting with physical therapy activities, administering medications, measuring vital signs and personal care. I have experience working with clients with...

Dana K. says "Yanique is beyond wonderful - she is a gifted and compassionate caregiver. We were so fortunate to meet her."

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Roddy P.

Available To Make Your Life A Lot Easier

Wellesley Hills, MA

4.8(1)
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$65/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a professional classically-trained chef/house manager that is available to prepare meals, run errands, and help out with tasks that you may not have the time to do. I have worked with children in elementary, middle, and high school teaching Culinary Arts, have managed a staff of 145, worked with timelines and deadlines and...

Polly M. says "Roddy has been an incredible addition to our family. We have 3 older kids - 12, 14 and 16 so we don't need a traditional babysitter but we do need an...

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Lauren J.

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Lauren and I am looking to watch some sweet kiddos part time. I have around 8 years of experience working with children and have a Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education. My experience includes but is not limited to, substitute teaching in classrooms K- 8, coaching middle school volleyball and working as a...

Care Member says "Lauren stepped into a situation where I needed emergency coverage and she showed up on time, barely got oriented, but excelled beyond words. After just...

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Angela H.

Part/Full Time Caregiver

Watertown, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Greetings potential employers; as a mom of six myself, I have solid experience in the many facets of caring for the needs of the little ones so precious to us. My experience is consistent with Lots-of-Love and patience while tending to multiple infants/toddlers (both twins and triplets), feedings and food preparation, diaper...

Michelle B. says "She is also very patient and loving!"

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Ginny C.

Part Time Senior Care Available

Allston, MA

4.8(1)
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$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Personal care
visiting physician
I'm currently is a caregiver for one man who are 90 years old. Part of my duties are preparing meal or heat up food, keep them company, take walks with them, light housekeeping and running errands.

Marcy C. says "Ginny recently started helping to care for my 91 year old parents who live independently in an apartment. She helps them care for themselves and takes them...

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Julisa O.

About Me!

Chelsea, MA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
Hello, My name is Julisa and I am 33 years old. I have a variety of experience ranging from daycare centers, after-school programs and high school dorms. I've also nannied for several families, individual as well as nanny shares. Currently looking to fill a part time mothers helper position. I can help with light cleaning,...

Hayley B. says "Julisa is amazing with my five month old. She always arrives at work with projects in mind to do with him. My son loves being with her and gives her a big...

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Linda D.

Senior Care - Companion/Errands/Drs. Appts./Medication Management

Dedham, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I have over 7 years experience with senior care and companionship which includes medication management, doctor's appointments, advocacy, house work, meal prep, and errands. I am extremely organized and compassionate to all my senior friends. I have experience with home care and assisted living care. Seniors' dignity is a...

Bill C. says "Linda is wonderful. While we only worked with her for a short time, she was a welcomed edition to our team and helped tremendously at the very end of our...

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Camille S.

Fun Sitter With Teaching Background!

Dorchester, MA

5.0(1)
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$26/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi everyone! My name is Camille. I currently oversee the special education department at a charter middle school. I have experience working with kiddos between the ages 1-14. I'm looking for an evening part-time job in order to complete my masters degree in moderate disabilities. I can assist kiddos with homework assignments as...

Lauren B. says "Camille took excellent care of our 3.5 year old. She is caring, kind, extremely reliable and dependable! We miss her and would hire her again in a...

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Madison N.

Woburn, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Madison and I recently moved from California to Woburn! I adore music and art, or really anything creative as well as anything outdoors and active. Working with children has always made me happy so I am looking for a loving family that I can work with full time or part time! Along with caring for children I am...

Allie S. says "Madison is a joy to have in the home! Whether it was picking up my little ones or dropping them off at school or soccer practice or dance classes, she was...

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Ariana R.

Fun And Loving Nanny!

Newton Center, MA

5.0(1)
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$38/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I am a student from Newton currently going into my fourth year at McGill University, and am spending my third summer on island. I have experience nannying and in childcare at two private Montessori schools in Newton, in addition to being a nanny on island for three families in the past years. I am a very creative, outgoing,...

Risa N. says "Ariana is the kindest, most reliable, most fun babysitter ever! She is constantly thinking up fabulous activities for our 2.5 year old daughter. She is...

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Molly W.

Chestnut Hill, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
I'm a senior at Boston College with 5+ years of childcare experience from infants to early teens. I am enthusiastic, positive, and open-minded! Pet friendly, have access to a car and a valid drivers license, and willing to run errands or help out around the house as well.

Care Member says "Molly has babysat/nannied for my youngest son (now 7.5) for over 2yrs. She is a self starter, decisive, responsible, bright, and fun. She executed meal...

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Jayme F.

Available For Part-Time Babysitting

East Boston, MA

5.0(0)
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$16/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Jayme and I am looking for a part-time summer babysitting or tutoring job. I am fully vaccinated. I currently work as a 2nd grade teacher at a charter school in Somerville. In the past, I worked for two years as a special education associate teacher grades 1-3. I have also worked as an instructional aide in a...
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Sasha H.

Caring Babysitter And Aspiring Doctor (Manhattan For The Summer!)

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Sasha and I graduated from Boston University. I am currently applying to medical school. I am between Boston and NYC for the summer, where I grew up. I adore working with infants and I hope to work in the field of Neonatology. I have over 8 years of experience, with ages newborn (including preemies) - 12 years....

Amanda J. says "Sasha was extremely kind and well versed in taking care of our newborn. She is lovely and helpful - couldn't recommend her enough!"

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Franco M.

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
respite care
hospice services
personal care
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Am a senior caregiver, Negative for COVID-19, vaccinated & already got my booster shot. I'm compassionate with experience of 10 years in taking care of patients especially stroke patients, arthritis patients, dementia patients, Alzheimer's disease patients to make a meaningful difference and helping them by Providing...

Julie M. says "Franco has provided exceptional care for my father for a month now. He quickly built rapport and has ensured my father keeps up with PT and OT goals set...

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Lesley F.

Fun Pet Sitter Available!

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
daily feeding
I have cared for a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, birds, chickens, and fish. I have experience administering insulin shots to cats, running errands, cleaning litter boxes, light housekeeping, etc. I can spend quality time overnight with your animal friends if needed and am happy to keep you posted on how they are...

Jessica H. says "Lesley was such a huge help with my cat, Ravioli, over a long weekend. I especially appreciated how flexible she was when my travel plans changed. My cat...

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  • 60 errand runners are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.25/hr as of November 2025

Recent errand runner reviews from local parents in Newton, MA

Errand Runners in Newton, MA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed errand runners

Liliana B.

Liliana has been with our family for two years, she is now like family! She is excellent with our three children, she needs little...

- Lynne M.

Yanique B.

Yanique is beyond wonderful - she is a gifted and compassionate caregiver. We were so fortunate to meet her.

- Dana K.

Roddy P.

Roddy has been an incredible addition to our family. We have 3 older kids - 12, 14 and 16 so we don't need a traditional babysitter but we...

- Polly M.

FAQs for finding an errand runner in Newton

Hiring an errand runner in Newton, MA on Care.com will cost an average of $25.25 per hour as of November 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each provider has, how often you will need the person to run errands for you and the types of tasks you need them to take care of.

Start your search by filtering errand runners by distance from Newton, MA. There are currently 4 errand runners in Newton. If you'd like to increase the number of candidates, you can expand the area of your search around the city. From there, compare candidates by hourly rate, experience, and the specific errand services they provide. Be sure to check reviews from other families in Newton who have previously hired any of the providers that you are interested in.

Errand runners can usually help you with anything that you need either at your house or going to places around Newton. A few examples would be taking your laundry to the dry cleaning, shopping for groceries, helping you pack for a move, organizing your storage, driving your kids to and from activities around Newton, etc. Errand runners are pretty flexible when it comes to helping you, with even the most random things.

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