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In-home babysitters in Chestnut Hill, MA
Hi! my name is Ric and I'm a freshman at Boston College studying Finance. I'm originally from Cincinnati where I sit for multiple families when I'm home. As a first year college student (without a car) I'm looking to be able to walk or take a short transportation to where I'm babysitting. I like to play outside, usually...
I graduated from Boston College in 2019 where I studied Communications and Economics.
Since graduation I have been working as an analyst at a Hedge Fund in Boston but have decided to take some time away and am looking forward to doing something that I've always loved.
At BC I was very involved in our Best Buddies chapter on...
Catherine can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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 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...
Laarnie A.
Chinedu C.
Chelsea, MA
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone:))) My name is Chinedu. I am a recent graduated chemistry major, math and biology double minor from Howard University. I have been babysitting since my sophomore year of high school back home in Glastonbury, Connecticut. I love and enjoy taking care of and working with children and the challenge of managing...
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Chinedu (Chi) was wonderful with our 1 year old son. She was very proactive and was very nurturing with him. He fell asleep in her arms within an hour of meeting her. We have hired her more than once, and will continue to hire her!"
Meredith S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Anna. I've been working and living in my Mom's in-home daycare for 12 years. Aside from that, I've been working with the children of Afghan refugee families to help them learn English and acclimate to American life. I have a patient temperament and am always down for some fun, whether it be Candy Land or toy trains! I...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Brittney F.
Somerville, MA
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello families! My name is Brittney, I am a recent graduate of Bridgewater State University and hold a degree in Psychology. I have worked in many camp settings ranging from the Boys and Girls Club to overnight sleep away camps as both a volunteer and paid counselor. Outside of that I have dedicated much part time work to...
Brittney can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I was very impressed with Brittney from the initial phone interview to the face to face meeting. She was taking notes to make sure that she was able to meet my families needs. Brittney was early on her first day. Her mannerism with my daughter was great. She...
Denice M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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...
Annie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
5.0
"Annie is a very dependable babysitter. She has great energy. The kids loved her!"
Ashley H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Nisha. I am a 24-year-old Boston University Grad Student. Although I am working on my education, I am currently in my gap year before returning to university in Fall 2023. My hope is to enter the medical field in order to become a pediatric nurse practitioner.
A little bit more about myself, I'm a local resident in...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nisha has been babysitting our kids (2 and 7, mostly the 7 year old) for a month after school / daycare end. We have found her to be communicative and dependable; she brings our older child to nearby activities and is helping her set up a routine for homework. She...
Molly T.
5.0
(1)
Hi there! My passion for working with kids came naturally at a young age babysitting for my little cousins, neighborhood families and family friends. Growing up I would go to work with my mother, who worked in the Winthrop Public school systems as an occupational, and through this, I found that I had a strong passion for...
Rebecca can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
3.8
(8)
Hired by 36 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Courtney. I am 30 years old and I live in Quincy with my husband and our Basset Hound(Mr. Beau!). I have been a Paraprofessional for Public Schools since 2018 and have extensive experience working in inclusion classrooms. I also have experience caring for children who are medically fragile from a past job...
Courtney can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I only trust Courtney to watch my daughter. We have moved several times around the South Shore and Courtney is always there for us. I cannot say enough about her- she is truly amazing. My thing that makes Courtney stand out from any other sitter I have previously...
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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: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Nickiesha and am a well experienced fun loving kind mother of 4 beautiful kids of my own that I love dearly. I am also a Paid Nanny for about 5 years. I also babysit for date nights.
I love kids and I grew up seeing my grandmother taking care of kids at home so I grew up helping her. Am a very fun and easy going...
Nickiesha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nickiesha is a very nice person she babysit for me from her home also she is well experience and just by the way she care for my little girl you can tell she genuinely love kids. I can leave for work and feel comfortable knowing my baby is in good hands"
Kimmy D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am fluent in Spanish, graduated college in 2015 and medical school in May 2023. I am currently looking for extra money in the gap before I start residency in July. I am happy to provide child care, home care, help with errands or shopping, and help with medication management. I am very organized, clean, and creative...
Camryn can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Camryn is on-time, dependable, and a great communicator. She is so sweet and I definitely plan to hire her again! It's not always easy hiring a babysitter for the first time but I feel totally comfortable with Camryn and trust her judgement with a newborn. "
Sarah H.
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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
(4)
My name is Brittani, and I am a California native pursuing Acting and Psychology at Boston University. I have worked as a part-time babysitter for four years while attending school. I grew up in a household that always had a lot of children, since I come from a large family background. I was the oldest sibling/cousin responsible...
Brittani can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Brittani is a wonderful caregiver! My daughters absolutely love when she watches them. She is responsible, creative, sends me texts updating me or asking me for clarification, and has never once flaked on us. She is great at knowing what kids like but makes sure to...
Susannah P.
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: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I work full time from home in Eastie and I'm looking for early morning weekday sitting, weeknight hours and weekend availability. I have ~ 18 years experience caring for children ages infant to high school level. I am the oldest of four children in my family and have several younger cousins whom I have always cared for. I...
Jenna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Fantastic babysitter. Just wish she lived closer."
Emily D.
5.0
(1)
I am a 29-year-old licensed Real Estate Agent, currently looking for part time nanny opportunities. Being in Real Estate, I have extremely flexible hours and make my own schedule. I have over 10 years of babysitting experience, spending many college summers nannying for local families. My partner is a father of two wonderful...
Camryn can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Linda has been an amazing first babysitter for our son! She is loving, proactive, and brings fun ideas for our baby and family every time she is here. Last time she even brought books she had rented from the library specifically for our son. She is extremely easy...
Katie A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
My name is Lesley. I am available to babysit on an as-needed basis.
For 5 years, I worked as an assistant teacher for special needs students in an elementary school. I have over 10 years of experience caring for kids of all ages in their homes or in a professional daycare setting.
I'm CPR and First Aid trained with plenty...
Lesley can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lesley was one of the very first people outside of family to babysit our infant son. She was so reassuring and incredibly professional. Upon speaking to Lesley I was immediately confident that her expertise left him in great hands. She was extremely punctual,...
Helene J.
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Recent in-home babysitter reviews from local parents in Chestnut Hill, 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.
Chinedu C.
5.0
Chinedu (Chi) was wonderful with our 1 year old son. She was very proactive and was very nurturing with him. He fell asleep in her arms within an hour of meeting her. We have hired her more than once, and will continue to hire her!
- Meredith S.
Brittney F.
5.0
I was very impressed with Brittney from the initial phone interview to the face to face meeting. She was taking notes to make sure that she was able to meet my families needs. Brittney was early on her first day. Her mannerism with my daughter was great. She interacted with my daughter the entire...
- Denice M.
Annie S.
5.0
Annie is a very dependable babysitter. She has great energy. The kids loved her!
- Ashley H.
Nisha D.
5.0
Nisha looked after our infant son full time starting when he was about 7 months old. I loved that she went outside with him daily to get plenty of fresh air, whenever possible. She also helped introduce and give solids, which was a huge help for us. Apart from doing a great job keeping our little...
- Magdalena A.
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FAQs for finding an in-home babysitter
How much do in-home babysitters charge near me in Chestnut Hill, MA in May, 2024?
All in-home babysitters charge different rates, but in-home babysitter rates near you start at $25.00. 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 Chestnut Hill, 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 2 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 Chestnut Hill, MA?
You can now find babysitters online in Chestnut Hill, MA with the help of babysitting websites like Care.com. Through Care.com, you can review 2 in-home babysitters near you who have your desired level of experience and skills, such as CPR training.