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60 in-home babysitters are listed in Somerville, MA
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby in-home babysitters is 5 years
In-home babysitters in Somerville, MA
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.
Naci M.
Somerville, MA
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello There,
my name is Nacira. I've been working with kids since I was 15 years old and I love it. First time I started by watching my little cousins then I started babysitting for our neighbors at the age of 16. I used to babysit three children. The age range was: 1-year-old to 6 years old. Recently, I was babysitting two...
Naci can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Nacira looked after my 6 month old daughter and 3 year old son until we moved away from Boston and I wish we could have taken her with us! She's an absolute sweetheart and I always felt 100% confident leaving my babies with her. My son can be a handful and she...
Lydia H.
Hi! My name is Sloane! I live in Medford MA with my partner and two rescue dogs. I'm a graphic designer working from home during the day, and I love babies and working with local families in my free time. I have extensive experience caring for newborns and toddlers up to 3 years old. I started nannying in college for a...
Sloane can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Natalie O.
Somerville, MA
$18-23/hr • 8 yrs exp
Meet Natalie, A Nurturing, Caring & Fun 26y/o Happy To Help!
I am a responsible, caring young tech professional working 9-5 during the weekdays. I have been babysitting and nannying since I was just 11 years old, and have cared for sweet kiddos and families all across my home town (SF Bay Area) and my college town (Santa Barbara).
I've also worked with kids professionally through a...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! I have had the opportunity to babysit for families for almost 10 years now which I feel so privileged to say! I have loved all if the connections I have made over the years and truly enjoy play. As I said, I have been babysitting almost 10 years now, and I also worked as a full time nanny for a few years for a set of...
Anabel can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Elizabeth L.
Somerville, MA
$15-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
Caring, Creative, And Flexible Sitter Seeking To Assist Local Families!
Hi! I'm Elizabeth, and I'm a 28-year-old designer in the Boston area looking to assist families in need. I have experience working with young children from volunteering at my church daycare, watching my younger cousins, and babysitting for local families. My graduate thesis involved conceptualizing a line of toys designed to...
Elizabeth can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My name is Kelsey and I am a freshman nursing major at Saint Anselm College. I am looking for a summer nannying job because I love kids and have had much experience in the past! I babysat all through high school and on college breaks as well. I began a children's summer camp last year and also have taught youth gymnastics...
Kelsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
I love kids and pets! I have experience babysitting and pet sitting. I worked for a party planning company while I was in high school that mostly did kids parties, so I have extensive experience entertaining children & teens. I have spent summers as a camp counselor at an overnight camp for 7 weeks each summer. I had 12 girls...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Abi! I started babysitting in middle school as a mother's helper for a 6-month-old baby. When I was in high school I worked with a family for 3 years who had a 6-year-old and an 8-year-old, usually babysitting for date nights and after school care for several hours. During two years of college I babysat for a family with...
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a mature woman with a Masters degree in Educational Technology and vast experience in babysitting. I have worked with kids with special needs and am a third generation 'baby whisperer.'
I have been working in corporate backup care through Bright Horizons for over 50 families in the Boston area.
When the weather...
Sheila can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
What is a better experience than being a mom of two!? I have a beautiful 6 years old and a 15-month-old at home. Looking forward on working with kids on my free time. My goal as a 28-year-old is to have my own day care. I had taken some training and been working in the process to get my EDCC license and I believe caregiver is...
Johenny can also help with: Travel
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Brit is a delightful young woman. Being an older sister she naturally possesses a care-giving nature. What I noticed most about her, was how patient caring and humble she was. It was a huge bonus that she was also very creative which kept both of my boys very...
Genell J.
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
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)
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
5.0
"Annie is a very dependable babysitter. She has great energy. The kids loved her!"
Ashley H.
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 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.
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, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & 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.
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
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
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Recent in-home babysitter reviews from local parents in Somerville, MA
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.
Naci M.
5.0
Nacira looked after my 6 month old daughter and 3 year old son until we moved away from Boston and I wish we could have taken her with us! She's an absolute sweetheart and I always felt 100% confident leaving my babies with her. My son can be a handful and she dealt with him with patience and love....
- Lydia H.
Brittani M.
5.0
Brit is a delightful young woman. Being an older sister she naturally possesses a care-giving nature. What I noticed most about her, was how patient caring and humble she was. It was a huge bonus that she was also very creative which kept both of my boys very busy when I needed her child care...
- Genell J.
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
Annie S.
5.0
Annie is a very dependable babysitter. She has great energy. The kids loved her!
- Ashley H.
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FAQs for finding an in-home babysitter
How much do in-home babysitters charge near me in Somerville, MA in May, 2024?
All in-home babysitters charge different rates, but in-home babysitter rates near you start at $20.92. 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 Somerville, 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 12 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 Somerville, MA?
You can now find babysitters online in Somerville, MA with the help of babysitting websites like Care.com. Through Care.com, you can review 12 in-home babysitters near you who have your desired level of experience and skills, such as CPR training.