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60 part time babysitters are listed in Melrose, MA
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby part time babysitters is 8 years
Part time babysitters in Melrose, MA
Hello! I'm a 27 y/o young professional looking for part time babysitting. Currently working in the healthcare industry and seeking a side gig. I bring over 10 years of paid babysitting experience - beginning as the neighborhood babysitter as a young adult and nannying full time during summers in college. I love to be active and...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am raising my four own children. I have taught at a daycare in the past and was the babysitter for a Mother's group several years ago.
Alice can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Alice is amazing. My son is always happy and chatty after being dropped off from school. He loves her, as does my daughter.
I am so grateful for her help and support. "
Joseph S.
I am a seasoned CPR and First Aid certified nanny with 10 plus years of experience. I graduated from Salem State in 2020 with a bachelors degree in non clinical healthcare. I nannied full time for a wonderful family for 2 years after graduating to save up to peruse my passion as an esthetician. The baby boy was 3 months when I...
Madeleine can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Victoria R.
Melrose, MA
$23-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver Seeking Temporary Position Through November
I recently graduated from law school and am seeking a temporary/part-time babysitting position before my new job starting in November. I have babysat since I was 13, worked at the Melrose Y Academy (with children aged 3 months-5 years), and was a full-time nanny for a 3-year-old for one year. I adore kids and would love to...
Victoria can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a mom of three. My oldest is 28. I have years experience in care-giving. References available.
Karen can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi families! I am looking for part time babysitting jobs while I complete my masters in speech pathology at Boston University. I love children, and am looking to work with them after graduation. I am a creative, fun, and active sitter, and babysitting/nannying for the past 12 years has made me an expert in child care. I am also...
Morgan can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Morgan is amazing! She was hired to help take the twins to their pediatrician visit, but ended up doing so much more in the short time that she was at our place. She is willing to step up and help out with any aspect of child care. It really took a load off of us...
Regine B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a professional woman, married 23 years, and have a son in high school and another son in college.
I am in between professions, and have taken time off to help some extended family members. I love children, and am interested in part time/occasional babysitting.
Christine can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Christine was a great nanny for our two children. She is very dependable, on time, and a good communicator. Our kids loved her and the way she interacted with them throughout each day. We are sad to see her go but wish her well with her new opportunity."
Afshin C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am currently a full time cardiac nurse looking to help out on my days off. I currently only work 3 days a week!
I have experience as a Full-time Nanny/ Part-time Babysitter Nanny of 4 children ages (6months - 10 years old); prepared meals, drove to children's activities, prepared playdates, got to school in the morning...
Angela can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Angela was perfect and my kids loved her!"
Julie W.
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: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
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)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Elizabeth. I work at a 7-12 educational institution and looking for part-time babysitting after work or on some weekends. I have experience with children of all ages and studied pedagogy in Denmark for 6 months. I love all kinds of outdoor activities, puzzles, and board games. I am also an avid runner. Likewise, I...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hello!
My name is Kailey and I am looking for a part time babysitting position in downtown Boston or Cambridge area. I am 24 and graduated from the College of Charleston with a B. S in psychology in 2021. I am currently working at Boston Children's Hospital as a mental health counselor and absolutely love it! That being said, I...
Kailey can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
(4)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I am looking for a part time nanny share position, datenights, overnights, odd dates, etc.
I am unable to work full time now, until may I'll be in school Tues-Thur and Mon-Wed-Fri I work for a family in S Boston and we're looking for a family to do nanny share with. S is 16mo and would love to have a friend or maybe 2, I am very...
Naiana can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Arrived early and was great with the children. Helped clean up without asking. Definitely would rehire in the future. "
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a 58-year-old, retired CPA. I now can add mothers helper, caring for infants to school aged Children, Senior Companion, personal assistant and a dog sitter. I love the families I assist with whatever their needs are, I am fun loving, up beat, dependable and kids and adults love me. I come with excellent references....
Linda can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Linda is so wonderful! She has been with our family for nearly 2 years, and will continue on a need basis. My kids adore her and I know she feels the same about them. Linda is a little bit of everything to us - reliable, caring, helpful, funny, creative, flexible,...
Dana M.
Katelyn S.
Boston, MA
$28-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have just graduated from Northeastern University this December 2023 with a Bachelors Degree. I am looking for a part-time nanny job for now/spring/summer 2024. I have 8 years of experience babysitting and nannying. I am able to help with household tasks such as cooking, cleaning, etc.
Katelyn can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Katelyn is a reliable, energetic and a wonderful role model for any child. She needs no reminding or direction which makes it so easy for any parent. Katelyn is wonderful with children and will engage in any activity. She also is creative and thinks of...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! I am a special education teacher looking for part-time work. I've been teaching for nine years and I love caring for children. I have experience caring for children 2 months to 14. I am able to help with homework, provide fun and creative activities for your children as well as keep them safe. My references are...
Carolyne can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Carolyne was a wonderful sitter for my 7&9 year olds, and we continue to use her on occasion. They always have a wonderful time with her, and I always know they are in safe hands. She is beyond respectful, helpful, clean and a joy to be around. I would highly...
Amy S.
Jessica C.
Wakefield, MA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello All,
I am a graduate student from Bridgewater State University majoring in Sociology and Early Education. I have worked in the school system for about three years now with all different age group children- including special needs.
I also have over 10 years of babysitting experience and have gotten numerous jobs off Care....
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Jess was great! We booked with her last minute to look after our kids. Kids were at their worst as they had massive cabin fever after a few days out of school. It was also a rainy day so everyone was stuck inside. Jess arrived on time, kept kids entertained for...
Laura G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Harper and I am a 25-year-old transgender male (I am including this piece of information because I feel it is necessary to be completely honest with those putting me in charge of their children). I have 10 years of child care experience and seven years of experience working with people of all ages with...
Harper can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Harper has been a wonderful babysitter and teacher for our son. Harper has been babysitting & working with him on music & schoolwork. Our son is a bit of a reluctant musician, but Harper has an abundance of patience. He's good at adapting to him and his needs,...
Erin L.
Sumayyah B.
East Boston, MA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi families, I am a current part-time college student. Babysitting was my first and current job. I have also interned as an Assistant teacher/tutor at Boston Rennaisance Charter Public School for internships in high school. I've been working full time on weekdays in childcare setting for over 6 years, nannied part time for long...
Sumayyah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sumayyah is a blessing, for real! She's the perfect balance between professional and down-to-earth. She took initiative with my 4-year-old-son right away, and he took to her immediately as well. I highly recommend Sumayyah, and look forward to hiring her again!"
Natasha W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have spent a great deal of time over the past 20+ years working with children. Early on I was a mother's helper for my aunt and uncle with their triplet girls from the time they were 8 months until about age 7. Since then I have worked with 3 families long-term for 3-4 years each as well as a couple families who only needed...
Candice can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Candice has worked with our family for nearly 4 years. She is kind, reliable, extremely flexible, and our two daughters adore her. We will miss her now that our kids are heading off to school!"
Jenna P.
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Recent part time babysitter reviews from local parents in Melrose, MA
Alice A.
5.0
Alice is amazing. My son is always happy and chatty after being dropped off from school. He loves her, as does my daughter.
I am so grateful for her help and support.
- Joseph S.
Morgan K.
5.0
Morgan is amazing! She was hired to help take the twins to their pediatrician visit, but ended up doing so much more in the short time that she was at our place. She is willing to step up and help out with any aspect of child care. It really took a load off of us with our 25 week premature infants....
- Regine B.
Christine W.
5.0
Christine was a great nanny for our two children. She is very dependable, on time, and a good communicator. Our kids loved her and the way she interacted with them throughout each day. We are sad to see her go but wish her well with her new opportunity.
- Afshin C.
Angela M.
5.0
Angela was perfect and my kids loved her!
- Julie W.
Elizabeth H.
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 surprised at her maturity for someone...
- Demetra G.
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Are part-time babysitters near me in Melrose, MA safe to hire?
You need to take the steps required to make you feel comfortable when hiring a part-time babysitter near you in Melrose, MA. While all babysitters on Care.com undergo an annual background check called a CareCheck, it’s best to do your own due diligence before hiring babysitters such as interviewing them, reviewing references, and running your own background check.
How can I interview a part-time babysitter near me in Melrose, MA?
When a babysitter is needed part-time and you plan to work with them on a regular basis, you may want to interview a few different candidates. After setting up interviews near you in Melrose, MA, you can ask each babysitter questions about their work style and experience and you can also introduce them to your children to see who they naturally click with.
How much do babysitters get paid an hour near me in Melrose, MA?
How much babysitters are paid near you in Melrose, MA depends on a wide variety of factors including how experienced the babysitter is, how many children require care, and the types of babysitting duties you want them to take on. Keeping all of that in mind, the average hourly rate for part-time babysitters in Melrose, MA is $16.33.
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What types of services do part-time babysitters offer near me in Melrose, MA?
Part-time babysitters near you in Melrose, MA offer a variety of services, but most focus on providing short-term care for children. Usually you hire a part-time babysitter for one-off babysitting needs such as when you’re attending a child-free wedding or have an appointment you can’t bring your children to. Part-time babysitters can help with homework, light cooking, and keeping your child entertained while you’re out of the house.