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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have over 30 years experience working with children and families . I have my Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education and a Masters Degree in Reading. I also have three of my own ' growing' children! I am comfortable caring for several children as well as Infants. I am passionate about literacy skills and love to read to...
Dawn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Anna N.
Lowell, MA
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 5 years of experience babysitting and I have loved every minute of it! I've spent the last few years babysitting as well as working at a Nursing home while working my way towards my RN. I will be doing school online so I can work around your hours! If you want a high energy, reliable, and organized sitter send me a...
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Anna is a beautiful soul! she is gentle, loving and patient. we have been blessed to have her babysit our baby girl!"
Tendy M.
5.0
(1)
My name is Sophie and I'm Haitian-American and bilingual. In addition, I know a few basic Spanish words as I worked in a diverse preschool and often had second language learners. I attended a vocational high school and decided that studying an aspect of the health field would be the best opportunity for me. After testing it out...
Sophie can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Sophie was great! Our little boy loved spending time with her. Sometimes it's challenging for him to remain focused and engaged in one activity. When my husband and I returned from dinner they were finishing up a puzzle. I would definitely recommend her to other...
Beck J.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 3 kids ages 15-25 now. Love little ones and miss being with them. Flexibility for last minute quick sits nearby.
Wendy can also help with: Carpooling
5.0
"Great communication, very diligent, very detail oriented"
Care member
I'm a recent college graduate who has just moved to Boston! Most recently I worked at the Boys and Girls Club in Utah where I worked full time for the last two years. While I was there I received extensive training in child development and care techniques and I loved every minute of it. Before that I also worked as a full-time,...
Alexandria can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Madelyn B.
Chestnut Hill, MA
$18-23/hr • 5 yrs exp
My name is Maddie and I am a Sophomore at Boston College. I have had experience working with kids for over 5 years. I have babysat for many families both with consistent jobs as well as last minute situations. Additionally, I have worked as a summer program counselor, after school program counselor, swim instructor, soccer...
Madelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am currently a high school social studies teacher in Acton, MA. I currently hold teaching licenses in both Connecticut and Massachusetts. I graduated from the University of Vermont with a dual endorsement in Special Education and Secondary Education. As a teacher, I have the summer off so I am looking for last minute...
Megan can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
My fiancé and I moved to Winchester last year with our 1-year-old dog Albie and now that our house is renovated and our puppy is older, I'm bored!
I love spending time with children and it was a huge part of my life until moving back to MA. I have more than 12 years of paid childcare experience. I began babysitting in high...
Danielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Hi! my name is Channel and I am a rising senior at Boston University studying health science and applied human development. I see you're looking for a helping hand and would love to be that!
For those in the Brookline area, I'll be in close proximity for early mornings or last minute requests.
As for my history, I say I have...
Channel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision
My name is Isabelle W.. I am a young hard working professional who works for a Partner company and looking for a side job as a sitter. I am originally from Newport RI and currently reside there. Previously in high school and in college I was a nanny to several wonderful families. One of which I was a steady nanny for 8 years and...
Isabelle can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi hi! I'm Annie and I'm currently finishing my masters in Licensed Mental Counseling School Adjustment Counseling. I have been working in childcare to supplement as I build my career in my masters program.
Right now, I'm waiting to finish the stretch before graduation in May (fingers crossed) and looking to fill the spare...
Skills:
CPR
Hello! I am a 25-year-old Registered Nurse at Tufts Medical Center. I'm looking to pick up babysitting jobs on the days I'm off! I work the night shift (7p-7a) three times a week and my schedule varies, because of this I unfortunately cannot commit to set days of the week. Hoping to find a family with varying weekday...
Miranda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am Daniella!
I have been babysitting children in my town, including my baby sister who is 7 years younger, since I was 14 years years old and took a babysitting certification class. That past Fall, I nannied a 5-year-old full-time.
I enjoy being outside, arts and crafts, sports, and really whatever the child is...
Daniella can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Avery B.
Winchester, MA
$17-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Avery, I am 19 years old looking for babysitting/nannying jobs. I have been a babysitter in the area for the past 8 years and I am looking for a position. I currently attend Dickinson College in Carlisle, PA and am home for the late spring/summer.
A little bit of my history: When I am at home I babysit multiple...
Avery can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
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Recent last-minute babysitter reviews from local parents in Acton, MA
Anna N.
5.0
Anna is a beautiful soul! she is gentle, loving and patient. we have been blessed to have her babysit our baby girl!
- Tendy M.
Sophie J.
5.0
Sophie was great! Our little boy loved spending time with her. Sometimes it's challenging for him to remain focused and engaged in one activity. When my husband and I returned from dinner they were finishing up a puzzle. I would definitely recommend her to other looking for help.
- Beck J.
Wendy S.
5.0
Great communication, very diligent, very detail oriented
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a last-minute babysitter near you in Acton, MA
How much does it cost to hire a last-minute babysitter near me in Acton, MA?
How much it costs to hire a last-minute babysitter depends on many different factors such as where you live and how many years of experience they have. That being said, you can find a last-minute babysitter near you with rates starting at $25.00.
How can I find a last-minute babysitter near Acton, MA in May, 2024?
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What type of last-minute babysitter services are available near me in Acton, MA?
Typically, last-minute babysitters take on the same roles and responsibilities as normal babysitters. The differentiating factor here is you may need to hire a last-minute babysitter with short notice when your normal sitter cancels or when an unexpected appointment or work event comes up. There are 1 near you if you ever find you need an extra set of hands at the last-minute.