Find In-Home Babysitters in Boston, MA
At Care.com, your trust and safety are our priority. Compare background-checked in-home babysitters in Boston, MA and hire the best fit for your family.
Find in-home babysitters in Boston, MA that you’ll love
60 in-home babysitters are listed in Boston, MA
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby in-home babysitters is 6 years
In-home babysitters in Boston, MA
Marie Michel A.
Boston, MA
$20-23/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Marie, I'm currently a junior studying in
Boston looking to get back into babysitting for the summer. I've been babysitting off & on since 12 but more recently it's been just during the summer. In my past 8 years babysitting I've worked with children from just a few weeks old up to 12 years old & have picked up so much from...
Marie Michel can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi there! I am school counselor looking for a family in need of a summer babysitter/nanny! I have experience working with kids of all ages and backgrounds. I adore working with kids and love seeing the world through their imaginative lenses.
A bit more about me, I am originally from northern Virginia and moved to Massachusetts...
Kayla can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
21-year-old completing my marketing degree at Miami University. Home in Foxboro, MA, for winter break, I'm passionate about childcare. With 5 years of babysitting experience, including teaching CCD classes, I'm adept at tutoring, meal prep, and housekeeping. Flexible schedule throughout January. Reach out for a reliable and...
Margaret S.
Boston, MA
$17-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Maggie, I grew up in Ipswich Massachusetts and am currently a freshman at Lasell University. I have always loved kids and have been babysitting for 5 years. I will be home from college this summer and I am looking for a job to help parents out! I love animals, spending time outdoors and reading. I have my own...
Margaret can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Hi everyone! I'm Liz, I graduated from Providence College in May of 2021 and am back home in the Bedford area. I worked at Dana Farber Cancer Institute for a year of post-grad research. I have always loved to babysit/spend time with children in my free time. I have experience as a summer nanny for four consecutive years, as well...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Sara C.
Boston, MA
$26-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Current A Graduate Student In Clinical Mental Health For Children And Adolescent
I have over 12 years of experience babysitting infants - school age children. I am a former kindergarten teacher and Education Supervisor. I am currently in Graduate school full time and would like to nanny around my school schedule. I am currently babysitting an infant from home twice a week but would love to pick up a few more...
Sara can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Nathalia J.
Boston, MA
$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi, I'm 26-year-old woman from Colombia. I came to the USA to learn English and can also speak Spanish. My initial job in America was babysitting in New York. I provided care for a boy from 6 months old until 1 year and 5 months old. I babysit during my free time. I have a simple personality. I easily adjust to any situation. I...
Stephanie F.
Hyde Park, MA
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I've been raising my own child since 2003 and I have several years experience as a nanny/babysitter/assistant teacher in family homes, commercial daycare and home daycare settings. I'm comfortable caring for children of all ages and my own son is on the autism spectrum so I have that experience as well. In addition to being a...
5.0
"Stephanie is a great sitter! She has a lovely relaxed and casual personality that endeared her to all three of our school aged girls immediately. She was very creative, getting down on the floor and getting involved with arts and crafts projects from the start....
Dara A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 plus years experience as a babysitter, during which I was also working as an after school and summer counselor for the Dorchester YMCA, for children starting from infant age up to the 6th grade. I helped raise my brother while home from college, and children of my mothers friends when ever school is on break for them....
Alani can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alani babysat for us once thus far and was very sweet with our kids. She followed all the things I asked of her and arrived early. She communicated while we were gone. I would hire her again.
"
Alison M.
Paola P.
Dedham, MA
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
CPR/HHA Certified -- After School Babysitter Speaks English and Spanish
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am experienced with all aged children. I have more than 10 years caring for children of all ages. I have taken care of twins and triplets also. Can do weekends and after 3 p.m. schedule, during date nights and special occasions, would like full time or part time position. I would take your child out to play to parks, zoo and...
Paola can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Paola provided childcare for us at short notice. She is dependable, cheerful, and considerate. Our toddler immediately warmed to her and had a blast playing with her! She has so much energy and helped us out with temporary child care when we were in a pinch. We...
Shannon A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Friendly and energetic college grad working in sales looking for part time babysitting! Available nights, & weekends Offering 10 years babysitting experience from infants to middle school. Skilled in maintaining routines and following commitments. Punctual and prompt with the flexibility to provide quality childcare to busy...
Gabrielle can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Gabrielle is very responsible, reliable and is great with children. She has been caring for children for over 7 years. She has helped me with my three children (young twins) and is able to multi-task and stick to a routine. She is very organized and a self-starter....
Daniele R.
Elizabeth H.
Cambridge, MA
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Elizabeth! I'm 26 years old and I've been a nanny for 7 years. Here is a little bit of my history. I worked as a part time morning nanny in Griffith for three years, part time afternoon nanny in Schererville for three years and I just completed my third year with an amazing family. Currently I am home (Highland)...
Elizabeth can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Elizabeth is super dependable, communicative, and sweet. She works very well with us the parents and also has developed a close relationship with our children and their grandmother. She is very flexible with us and we are with her. You will be very pleasantly...
Demetra G.
Nicoletta G.
Winthrop, MA
$15/hr • 8 yrs exp
Passionate Caregiver/Helper/Assistant/Organizer/Educator/ETC!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Associate's of Science Degree in Early Childhood Development (BHCC). Currently finishing my Bachelor's In Early Childhood Studies with a Minor in Childhood Homelessness Trauma. I have been in this area of work for over 8 years in which I completed/continue to do numerous trainings and professional developments strengthening my...
Nicoletta can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Nicoletta is great with our 1.5 year old son! She was able to make him feel at ease with her quickly, and did a great job with playtime, meal time, and bed time. She was also very communicative and texted us regular updates and photos, which gave us peace of mind...
Lindsay M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm an empty-nester with two grown daughters and was a stay at home mom and loved it. I am looking forward to becoming a grandmother in the future but enjoy being around children as I miss it. I have been an occasional babysitter for various families after school and evenings. Last year, I took care of a 10-month-old boy twice a...
Linda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Linda was very engaged with our one year old child. She sang and played with him, and took him on long walks. He really enjoyed the time spent with her. His favorite book is one she got him for his birthday, which was really sweet of her. She is also good with...
Gilad S.
Evelyn J.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$17-21/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Outside of babysitting family members (toddlers+), I have volunteered at various nurseries, daycares, and child care centers. The last family I regularly babysat for had three children (5, 8, and 11), so I am well versed in simultaneously entertaining children of diverse ages. Typical activities include: playing games...
Evelyn can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Evelyn is bright and considerate. Whether it's a game of hide and seek, puzzle building, or reading books, her temperament is steady."
Julie A.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I my name is Sydney, I am a full time marketer from home, and part time babysitter! I live in Brookline and looking to do week night/weekend babysitting around the area. I would even be willing to babysit during the day as long as you're comfortable with me doing some work! I am dedicated, hardworking, and ready for...
Sydney can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sydney is friendly and kind. My kids immediately took to her, including my son, who is very shy. She is calm and patient and very reliable. We are lucky to have her."
Jennifer M.
5.0
(1)
Hi, My name is Katie and I am 24 years old! I love being around kids. I have my own transportation. I graduated from Bryant University with both my undergrad and graduate degrees and began working as an Accountant in September 2022. and I babysat kids during my high school years and throughout summers in between my college...
Katie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Katie is great! She was such a great addition to our family before we moved to Ohio. She is dependable, flexible and my kids absolutely loved her. I would have taken her with us if we could!"
Sydney G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am currently finishing Physician Assistant school at Tufts. I am certified in Child and Adult CPR (BLS), AED, ACLS, and First Aid by Red Cross. I worked as a nursing assistant on a newborn nursery unitF Hospice unit, and then full time as an ER technician. I have been babysitting neighborhood children since 8th grade...
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Emma during the summer to take care of our then 2.5 month old. Emma has been beyond wonderful. She is punctual, caring, dependable, and an all around enjoyable person to be around. Most importantly, our son loves her!
She goes out of her way to make...
Ben S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
As an older sister, I am naturally a care giver and have spent countless hours helping around the house and caring for my brother's . My brother is on the Autism spectrum, giving me experience that most people my age haven't had. These skills that I have learned through my home have made me a well prepared and educated baby...
Carley can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Very responsible, don't have to remind her when we set dates further out. Good role model for my daughters- they look forward to her visits and I know she won't be relying on TV. She also is good about not leaving things a mess!"
Kathryn M.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Nicole S, and I am a junior at Franklin Pierce University with a major in Health Sciences. I am currently working at Partners in Rehab physical therapy for the summer and am looking for one- time jobs preferably in the afternoons/ evenings. I enjoy participating in all types of sports and I also enjoy helping...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Nicole helped care for my 4 month old daughter 5 days a week. She was a joy to have around. She is very responsible and trustworthy. My daughter loved their time together and was always happy to see Nicole every morning. She was great with our dog. We are going to...
Daphney P.
Showing 21 - 40 of 60
Recent in-home babysitter reviews from local parents in Boston, MA
Stephanie F.
5.0
Stephanie was a big help. I booked her in less than 24hrs and she agreed on it quickly.She's quick to response and that's what I love about her. She's very easy to get along with. i ended up needing her too as I got injured the day before my childcare request. my son was very comfortable with her. I...
- Laarnie A.
Alani O.
5.0
Alani babysat for us once thus far and was very sweet with our kids. She followed all the things I asked of her and arrived early. She communicated while we were gone. I would hire her again.
- Alison M.
Paola P.
5.0
Paola provided childcare for us at short notice. She is dependable, cheerful, and considerate. Our toddler immediately warmed to her and had a blast playing with her! She has so much energy and helped us out with temporary child care when we were in a pinch. We would have loved to have worked...
- Shannon A.
Gabrielle S.
5.0
Gabrielle is very responsible, reliable and is great with children. She has been caring for children for over 7 years. She has helped me with my three children (young twins) and is able to multi-task and stick to a routine. She is very organized and a self-starter. I only have positive things to say...
- Daniele R.
Elizabeth H.
5.0
Elizabeth is super dependable, communicative, and sweet. She works very well with us the parents and also has developed a close relationship with our children and their grandmother. She is very flexible with us and we are with her. You will be very pleasantly surprised at her maturity for someone...
- Demetra G.
Additional In-Home Babysitter Services
In-Home Babysitter Articles
52 camp songs every kid will love to sing
May 18th, 2023 Camp songs help build camping spirit, let the kids loosen up and make great memories. The best part about fun camp songs is t... Read more
16 kids shows with LGBTQIA+ characters and storylines
June 9th, 2023 Positive LGBTQ+ representation can be hard to find in media, especially when it comes to children’s entertainment. But it’s important for children to see ma... Read more
How to explain they/them and nonbinary pronouns to kids and parents
May 27th, 2023 LGBTQ+ people have always existed. But with increased media visibility and access to information online, there’s been a surge in awareness of transgender an... Read more
101 indoor games for kids and other activities
May 18th, 2023 It’s easy for children to get cabin fever when they’re stuck inside because of a bad weather day. That’s why it’s a good idea for you to have some fun indoo... Read more
102 fun summer activities for kids
May 21st, 2023 Keeping kids entertained and engaged throughout the summer takes a bit of creativity. Don’t worry though, we have you covered! Check out these 101 fun summe... Read more
FAQs for finding an in-home babysitter
How much do in-home babysitters charge near me in Boston, MA in May, 2024?
All in-home babysitters charge different rates, but in-home babysitter rates near you start at $20.44. This is just a baseline price to give you an idea of how much it can cost to hire an in-home babysitter. Years of experience, location, and desired babysitting duties like driving them home from school and tutoring can all impact the price a sitter charges.
What can in-home babysitters near me in Boston, MA help with?
In-home babysitter duties can vary greatly. Some can help with homework. Others may prefer to tackle in-home chores like laundry, cooking, and light housekeeping. You can review 27 profiles of in-home babysitters near you by the types of babysitter duties they are comfortable taking on.
How can I find in-home babysitters near me in Boston, MA?
You can now find babysitters online in Boston, MA with the help of babysitting websites like Care.com. Through Care.com, you can review 27 in-home babysitters near you who have your desired level of experience and skills, such as CPR training.
Ratings for Boston, MA in-home babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
In-Home Babysitters in Boston, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed in-home babysitters.