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Sarah M.

Nanny Looking For Part-time Work

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
Hi, my name is Sarah and I am a professional nanny with over 20 years of experience in the childcare field from babysitting to working in childcare centers to nannying. I am always learning. I am a fun loving nanny who loves arts 'n crafts, singing and dancing, going to playgrounds, museums. I believe kids learn best from first...

Jessica R. says "Sarah is the best nanny that any family could ask for. She is warm, loving, and fun, yet strict when the need arises. Not only does she love taking...

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Alexis M.

Nurturing, Caring And Educated Nanny!

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
College educated nanny with an A. S. In early education as well as years of experience. Currently looking for a short term position while I have a month+ leave from my regular employment. Available for flexible hours M-F with the exception of Wednesdays.

Karolina J. says "We love Lexi. She was our nanny for 14 months and she is great! Lexi started without when our daughter was about 5 months old, 3.5 mo adjusted right...

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Cara M.

Nanny, Babysitter, Swim Instructor

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
My name is Cara, I am 27 years old and am looking for a wonderful family to be an occasional morning/date night sitter. I have worked for years as a morning nanny, camp counselor, and swim instructor for ages 6mon-15 years. I have been CPR and first aid certified in the past, but recently let that lapse.

Carol M. says "Cara is smart, fun and outgoing. Young children in the neighborhood have always loved her. She enjoys the outside, playing games and athletics. Cara has...

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Gabriella S.

Bubbly Montessori-Trained Nanny

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am a former Montessori Preschool Teacher, and for the past four years I've been lucky enough to nanny full-time for a family I adore. I've been taking care of kids as long as I can remember, working as a babysitter, tutor, camp counselor, nanny, and preschool teacher. Most of my background is in Montessori education. I love...

Kara T. says "Gabby was my mother's helper and babysitter since she was 10 years old. She became like a big sister to my two children who adored her. With her dynamic...

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Natalia C.

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi, I'm Natalia, a passionate and kind-hearted career nanny, newborn care specialist in training, and nanny share consultant and coach. For over 15 years I've supported babies, career nannies and families through the early years of growth and transition and training. My focus is on helping children reach each stage of...

Lindsay F. says "Natalia worked for us for over two years and was an instrumental part of our children's development. She was the primary nanny for our first son's...

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Madeline W.

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! I currently work as a full time nanny in Somerville, and I'm seeking evening and weekend babysitting hours. I'm your most experienced date night nanny, with over 10 years of professional childcare experience! I have worked as a day care teaching assistant, as a full time nanny, as an on-call sitter for an agency...

JStewart W. says "I'm super proud to say that Maddie is my daughter, and as such I can vouch for her many years of working part-time and during school breaks as a...

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Caitlin M.

Somerville, MA

4.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Warm and professional nanny seeking part time nanny or regular babysitting positions. Looking for September 2024! I am currently a nanny for two children 2 years old and 4 years old which I have been with over a year. I plan to stay on with the current family but only for afternoons 2-5 p.m. therefore will have some morning...

Kathleen M. says "Caitlin worked for me for the last 3 months. She is amazing- your family would be lucky to have her. She is not only reliable, but she is super flexible...

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Lilia V.

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
Experienced, educated, artistic and neuro-affirming career nanny based in Somerville is looking for a part-time (15-30hrs a week) nanny position. I'm Lilia and I have over 10 years experience in childcare, and 4 years of experience in education as an ESL teacher and a paraprofessional in Cambridge Public Schools. I'm also an...

Therese S. says "Lilia took care of our 2-year-old for nearly a year, until we moved away this summer. She was very responsible, kind, caring, and super responsive and we...

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Elise M.

Caring And Ready To Be A Friend

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
carpooling
Hi! I'm Ellie - a former middle school teacher based in the Salt Lake area. I am passionate about outdoor education, STEM learning, and athletics! I have experience nannying, tutoring, and coaching ages 2-18.

Care Member says "Elise or Ellie as we call her was an incredible caregiver to our 6 year old daughter. She is so fun and so loving and just a great time to be around in...

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Caitlin R.

About Me

Somerville, MA

3.0(1)
from
$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Caitlin! I have 10+ years of experience caring for children of all ages. I am very responsible, focused & organized. I love children and have nannied and babysat for several families. I am also a very experienced dog walker and overnight pet sitter with dogs of all types. Lover of dogs & children! I like to laugh, have...

Darlene M. says "Caitlin is AMAZING! Never did I think we would find someone who encompasses all the qualities my husband and I look for in a nanny. From having fun with...

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Tatiana L.

Great Caregiver Ready To Start A Journey With Your Family And Kids!

Somerville, MA

4.1(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
Hello. My name is Tatiana. I'm looking for a nanny (or babysitter) job. I'm very positive, kind, thoughtful and hard working person. I have a very good sense of humor, engaging personality and genuine love of children. Lots of experience with children. In a past I took care of two beautiful boys at the age of 3 and 5 years old....

Care Member says "Tatiana was amazing with our 1 and 3-year-old boys! They lit up whenever they saw her, which says everything about how she connected with them. She'd...

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Nora C.

Part-Time Babysitter

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have been working with children for the past 17 years of my life including 5 summers working as a counselor at a children's circus camp. I worked at a day care center as a substitute teacher for one year and also in a babysitting room at a gym that could fill with up to 25 kids at once. I am currently a part/time nanny for two...

Liz M. says "I have 2 girls ages 7 and 3 that Nora used to watch. My girls loved her and she did such a great job taking care of them. I would definitely hire Nora again...

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Jillian G.

Energetic And Experienced Babysitter Looking For Part/full Time Opportunity

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
Hello!! My name is Jillian and I'm a kindergarten teacher in Boston! I've been babysitting since I was a freshman in high school and have experience taking care of children ages 1-month-old, to middle school age. I have held various full time and part time nanny positions, including being an au pair in Italy. I love being around...

Jennifer H. says "Jillian watched our two boys weekly for 8 months. She was dependable, kind, upbeat, fun and took great care of the boys. She played with them, and...

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Arya K.

Active And Enthusiastic Babysitter With 7 Years Of Experience!

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Hello everyone! My name is Arya and I have been babysitting for the last 9 years (nannied, worked at summer camps and also worked in a childcare room at a fitness studio as well!). I have tons of experience with babies ranging from 2 months until children over the age of 12! I recently moved to Boston from DC and am looking...

Zoe P. says "Arya is wonderful. She's kind, trustworthy, and loving. My little one immediately felt safe with her and is happy every time she returns. Her demeanor is...

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Darien K.

Childcare Provider

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Darien! I am 30- years old and have been a nanny and educator for nearly 10 years! I have a degree in Child Development, and a passion for caring for children. I am certified in CPR and a certified infant, toddler and preschool teacher, as well as a certified Forest Kindergarten Teacher. I am currently working...

Elaine P. says "Darien has done a fantastic job caring for our 5-month old a few weeks between me going back to work and my baby starting daycare. She talks and sings to...

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Evan C.

After School Care / Pet-sitting

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi! I recently came back to the Boston area after living in Tokyo for 2 years. I am working as a Program Coordinator / Tour Guide for Japanese high school students visiting Boston. Since I was 13 I have been babysitting for kids around my hometown in Newton, MA which gave me an early interest in caring for kids. I have been a...

Yan Z. says "Evan was a fantastic sitter for my three kids (4 years old, 5 years old and 9 years old). He was very warm and set our heart at ease the minute he walked in...

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Nora C.

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My name is Nora and I'm 23 and a recent graduate of Lesley University! I got a BA in Secondary Education and a BA in Mathematics, as well as a psychology minor. I taught gymnastics for 2 years, tutored for a few years, and nannied and babysit for 10+ years. I have done all sort of care jobs from working full time helping a...

Jen D. says "Nora did a great job with my kids at bedtime, she was cheerful and encouraging but firm."

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Grace G.

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$36/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
"In every job that must be done, there is an element of fun!" Hello, I'm Grace! I am a creative, patient, energetic and compassionate caregiver with approximately 7 years of experience on and off caring for children from ages 6 mos.- teenagers. I graduated from Salem State University with a BFA in Theatre Performance, with a...

Jessica J. says "Grace worked with our family, caring for our toddler-aged daughter for a year. She became like part of the family and she would still be with us if we...

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Alexandra C.

Nanny And Middle School English Teacher

Somerville, MA

from
$15/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
After graduating from my undergraduate degree, I worked for a company that provides in-home care for special needs children. Once I started graduate school, I worked full time as a nanny for two families while I was getting my degree. I now work as a sixth grade English teacher, and I still babysit for several families in the...
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Ashley R.

Full-Time Nanny Available

Somerville, MA

from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have been a full-time nanny for 13 years for children, ages newborn-10. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Sociology. My Sociology degree has allowed me to study different stages of development for children. I also have a lot of knowledge with safe sleep for newborns, nutrition for children, and sleep training tips! I love to be...
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  • 95 nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $26.00/hr as of September 2026

  • The average star rating for rated nannies is 4.5

Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Somerville, MA

Nannies in Somerville, MA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 60 reviews of the 95 listed nannies

Sarah M.

Sarah is the best nanny that any family could ask for. She is warm, loving, and fun, yet strict when the need arises. Not only does she love...

- Jessica R.

Alexis M.

We love Lexi. She was our nanny for 14 months and she is great! Lexi started without when our daughter was about 5 months old, 3.5 mo...

- Karolina J.

Cara M.

Cara is smart, fun and outgoing. Young children in the neighborhood have always loved her. She enjoys the outside, playing games and...

- Carol M.

Common questions about hiring a nanny in Somerville, MA

The average hourly rate for nannies on Care.com in Somerville, MA is around $26.87 as of September, 2026. Actual costs can vary based on your location, the nanny’s experience, and the number of children who need care. Families who need specialized help, such as infant care, overnight support, or light housekeeping, may pay higher rates. For a detailed breakdown of average nanny pay and what factors affect pricing, visit our guide to nanny costs or explore the Care.com Cost Calculator for more information on the cost of nannies in Somerville, MA.
There are a few good ways to find a trusted nanny in Somerville, MA. Many families start by asking friends, relatives, or neighbors for recommendations. You can also post in local parenting groups or community boards to find caregivers who come with personal referrals. Online platforms like Care.com make it easy to connect with qualified nannies near you. There are currently 95 nannies in Somerville, MA on Care.com. You can filter by experience, hourly rate, and availability, then review profiles and read feedback from other local families. For more tips and ideas on finding the right fit, see our guide on how to find a nanny.
Families in Somerville, can find many different types of nanny services to match their schedules and needs. Options include full-time and part-time nannies, live-in nannies, bilingual nannies, and those with experience caring for infants, toddlers, or multiple children. Some families hire night nannies to help with overnight routines, while others look for caregivers who can assist with homework, school pickups, or after-school care. Many nannies also provide light household help, like meal prep or tidying up after the kids, offering families extra support day to day.
When interviewing a nanny in Somerville, it’s helpful to ask questions that give you a sense of their experience, approach to childcare, and daily routines. You might ask about their past roles, preferred age groups, comfort with activities like meal prep or transportation, and how they handle discipline or emergencies. It’s also a good idea to discuss scheduling, communication style, and expectations around household duties. Parents often prepare a a nanny interview checklist to make sure important topics like scheduling, communication, and responsibilities are covered.
When choosing a nanny in Somerville, MA, consider both experience and personality fit. Look for someone with strong references, a proven track record in childcare, and certifications like CPR or first aid. It’s also important to find a nanny who communicates clearly and aligns with your family’s values, routines, and expectations. Many families on Care.com take additional steps such as setting up trial days, and discussing responsibilities in detail to make sure they find a reliable and trustworthy match.
Yes, many nannies in Somerville, MA offer flexible schedules to fit different family routines. You can find part-time nannies who provide care a few days a week, after-school help, or morning coverage. Families who need extra support can also find weekend nannies for occasional or regular care on Saturdays and Sundays. Care.com makes it easy to filter by availability, schedule, and experience so you can find a nanny whose hours align with your needs.

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