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5.0
(1)
I have babysat for about five years now and love spending time with kids! I have grown up involved in many different activities from sports to singing. I am very active and love spending time outdoors, especially on a nice spring/summer day! I am willing to drive and have my own car. I love to organize and clean as well and am...
Caroline can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Caroline is the best! She took care of my three kids last summer and we were so grateful to have her. A college basketball player, Caroline has a ton of energy & such a positive attitude. The kids had such a fun time with her every day, and to boot, the house was...
Care member
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: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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.
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, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Annie is a very dependable babysitter. She has great energy. The kids loved her!"
Ashley H.
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, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My kids love Nicoletta! She was great at engaging them in song, dramatic play and outdoor time. She typically provided updates throughout the day so that was nice to see how the kids were doing."
Briana P.
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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & 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.
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 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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Fantastic babysitter. Just wish she lived closer."
Emily D.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Miruna, I'm 28 years old, originally from Romania. I attended at West University of Economics and earned a bachelor degree in Accounting and Audit. I speak four languages:English , Romanian, Spanish and little French.
I've been lucky enough to grow up in a large family so I've been always surround by children....
Miruna can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"MIruna is extremely professional, hardworking, responsible and lovely.As soon as I met her in person I felt at ease and we were able to go out and have a super time!
She cared for my kids in accordance with our wishers and went the extra mile to comfort them when...
Andrea H.
Hello, my name is Jackie, and I am a rising college senior looking to nanny this summer while I study for the LSAT exam! In regard to my experience, my mother ran her daycare business in my home until I was in seventh grade! I've been mother-helping since age 10 and babysitting since 13! I was a camp counselor at a theater camp,...
Jacqualin can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
I began caregiving at age 12 due to growing up in a household where my mother ran a daycare through our home. I began caring for a neighbor's daughter who had Down Syndrome and, therefore, required specialized care that I was in charge of providing while the family was not home. At 15, I began balancing that position with...
I am an energetic, creative, and responsible young professional. I have extensive experience with school age children from working at summer camps as a counselor managing groups of 10-20 kids ages 6-13 in addition to individual at-home babysitting jobs over the last three years with ages 2 and up. I've also volunteered in...
Hi!! My name is Molly I am a 21-year-old from Lexington MA!
My entire life I have loved working with kids. I worked at summer camps the second I was old enough to be hired, and then once my schedule was free enough I worked at the lextended day after school program every day in lexington MA! I worked on the kindergarten-2nd...
1.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Georgia P and I am a student at Clark University. During the summer I live at home in Belmont, and in the past, I have worked as a camp counselor, a nanny, and a soccer and basketball coach for elementary and middle school children.
I have nannied/babysat for newborns to 14-year-olds, and I have had a lot of...
Georgia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Erica C.
Lexington, MA
$18-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
I have babysat children of many ages starting as a mothers helper. I then progressed into nannying for a child with skeletal muscular atrophy along with babysitting for children with ages ranging from infant to pre-teen. I now work at a nursing home as an admissions director.
Marie Michel A.
Boston, MA
$28/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My name is Tori and I am a Yoga Teacher + Life Coach. I am 26, was a college athlete, worked for a consulting firm for 3 years and have done tons of nannying / babysitting over the years in between endeavors. I have supported kids ages 2-16 and have done the range of hanging at home & playing, driving kids to activities, helping...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Mikaela H.
Medford, MA
$17-22/hr • 7 yrs exp
Law Student With Ample Babysitting Experience Looking For Part-Time Recurring Jobs Or One-Time Jobs
My name is Mikaela and I am a third year law student at New England Law Boston. I obtained my undergraduate degree from the University of Colorado Boulder. I have ample experience with babysitting - I did it often throughout college. I also grew up with five younger siblings, so managing homework, meals, chores, and high energy...
Mikaela can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Ingrid T.
Everett, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi there! I'm Ingrid, I'm from Brazil, and I have been caring for children for almost 10 years as a babysitter/nanny and also as a volunteer teacher at a church for children in my home country, so I always liked to be around and take care of them. I have a lot of experience working with infants and toddlers, and also as a nanny...
I am an EEC certified Preschool teacher that has experience working with children from age 1 to age 12. I'm an upbeat person and love using fun crafts and games to teach. I am comfortable with animals in the home, First aid and CPR certified, am a non-smoker, and am able to handle many children at a time as I am used to working...
Sallyanne can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have 3 years of experience, both at home nannying/babysitting and supervising larger groups of kids as a camp counselor. I pride myself on my patience and ability to connect with children as unique individuals with unique needs. I enjoy crafting and doing art with kids, as well as getting outdoors and into nature as much as...
Maxine can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
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Recent in-home babysitter reviews from local parents in Melrose, MA
Caroline K.
5.0
Caroline is the best! She took care of my three kids last summer and we were so grateful to have her. A college basketball player, Caroline has a ton of energy & such a positive attitude. The kids had such a fun time with her every day, and to boot, the house was spotless when I came home to make...
- Care member
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.
Annie S.
5.0
Annie is a very dependable babysitter. She has great energy. The kids loved her!
- Ashley H.
Nicoletta G.
5.0
My kids love Nicoletta! She was great at engaging them in song, dramatic play and outdoor time. She typically provided updates throughout the day so that was nice to see how the kids were doing.
- Briana P.
Nicole S.
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 miss Nicole very much. She will be...
- Daphney P.
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FAQs for finding an in-home babysitter
How much do in-home babysitters charge near me in Melrose, MA in June, 2024?
All in-home babysitters charge different rates, but in-home babysitter rates near you start at $12.50. 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 Melrose, 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 Melrose, MA?
You can now find babysitters online in Melrose, 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.