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Miranda L.

Compassionate And Personable Childcare Provider Seeking Part-time Work!

Wakefield, MA

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$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I'm a pediatric speech therapist based in Wakefield, MA with a strong passion for supporting children and families. I am looking for full time , and open to part time summer work. I'm currently completing my certification as a postpartum doula. I bring experience as a summer nanny for both infants and school-aged children. My...
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Meghan P.

Part-time Caregiver

Wakefield, MA

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Meghan and I work full-time at Salem Hospital Mental Health Clinic. I also babysit frequently whenever I have the time. I work M-F 8:30am-5:00pm, but am available for child care right after I get out of work at 5. I worked at daycares all throughout high school and college, and I worked for elder care services...
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Maggie B.

Part-time Babysitter Available

Wakefield, MA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Maggie. I am 28 years old and currently living in Wakefield, MA. I am in search of part-time babysitting positions, preferably something local. I come from a big family of nine children and have always had a passion for childcare. I am currently studying nursing at UMass Boston, and I have a 7-month-old...
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Lauren P.

Part Time Babysitter

Wakefield, MA

5.0(1)
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$55/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
I am an individual with a Master of Science Degree in Speech-Language Pathology. I am looking to nanny or babysit after school hours or early evenings beginning Fall 2020. I have previous experience working with preschool and school-aged children in a variety of settings. As a nanny or babysitter, I would love to make my time...

Arianna N. says "Can't say enough good things about Lauren. She was an absolute pleasure to have around and the kids adored her. The kids say she is super funny and very...

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Daniela H.

Part- Time College Student Babysittier

Wakefield, MA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
Hello families! Seeking a full-time nanny job starting in January of 2026. I started working with kids at a very young age. At 14 years old I was hired as an after school program group leader where I worked with school aged children. From there, I worked in various roles in the school system and got as far as having my own...
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Jessica C.

Wakefield, MA

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
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 five 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....

Laura G. says "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...

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Melissa L.

Babysitter

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi! I just recently moved to the North End and am looking for a babysitting position. I'm originally from the North Shore. I'm looking for a part-time position and occasional date nights! I work full time and wouldn't be available until 4-4:30 during the week. I've been babysitting since I was 13 and I've babysat kids of all...

Kelley S. says "Melissa is great!! My three toddlers had a blast with her. She is on time, a phenomenal communicator and has a lot of energy to keep up with the kids. We...

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Jennifer M.

Part-Time Caregiver Available - Nights And Weeknights

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
With over 15 years of experience in child care, including 8 years in a classroom setting, I am a dedicated and passionate caregiver committed to fostering the growth and development of children. My most recent role as a Lead Infant Teacher in the South End in Boston has equipped me with extensive experience working with infants,...

Hellen K. says "Amazing person connects with the kids very well and kids love her. Teaches the kids games and reading and songs. More than punctual always arrives an hour...

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Arlene C.

Part-Time Babysitter

Belmont, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I worked as a babysitter in the Greater Boston area for five years while in college at Brandeis and then for two years in New York City, and while in Miami for Law School. I am now living in Belmont while my partner completes residency at BCH (which means I've got nights and weekends mostly free). And we have a wedding to save $...

Dean W. says "Arline watched my son regularly and was very professional, reliable and a pleasure to have helping us out. She is very happy, energetic and loves kids. I...

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Natalie C.

Part Time Nanny

Woburn, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Natalie, and I'm passionate about helping children learn, grow, and feel supported in every stage of their development. I earned my degree in Early Childhood Education from Framingham State University in May 2021 and have hands-on experience working with children from toddlers through 2nd grade. Over the...

Care Member says "Natalie cared for our daughter for almost two years. In that time, Natalie worked with her as a one year old to an almost three year old, and took care...

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Marissa W.

Part-Time Nanny Available!

Belmont, MA

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
My name is Marissa, I am a 30-year-old college graduate with a degree from Lesley University and over 15 years of experience working with children! I have been passionate about childcare since I began babysitting as a teenager. Through Lesley, I received a degree in Elementary Education and have spent the years since my...

Alia B. says "We love having Marissa babysit our two boys (ages 7 & 10 yrs). She plays games with them, takes them to park, takes them to get hot cocoa, etc. She is very...

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Daniela M.

Cambridge, MA

3.7(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Happy and positive babysitter with lots of experience and bilingual. Love children and ready to help! I'm ok with any age for children, love kids and miss babysitting so much. I am looking for either part time or full time

Care Member says "Daniela was amazing with our dogs and cat, she was really patience and careful with them and follow all the recommendations and instructions, without...

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Sura H.

New Grad Occupational Therapist -- Part-Time Baby Sitter

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I'm Sura, a board-certified occupational therapist, who has a passion for working with kids. I have worked in both childcare and education for 4 years now. I was an after-school teacher and inclusion facilitator working 1:1 with children on the autism spectrum for the City of Cambridge. I have completed 3 full-time...

Samira E. says "Sura is responsible and well educated when it comes to kids! She has a very calm demeanor, and is extremely patient. Very fun and creative as well!"

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Olivia M.

Reliable Babysitter

Danvers, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Hi families! My name is Olivia and I just recently moved back to the Boston area from South Florida. I currently work at Boston Children's Hospital and am looking for some part time jobs! I have 7 years of paid babysitting/childcare experience, but I've been watching my younger siblings and cousins for as long as I can remember!...

Care Member says "She was great with our granddaughter, taught her new card games and was very attentive "

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Mariangeliz C.

Full-time Or Part-time Caregiver

Swampscott, MA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I am a former daycare worker and realized I would prefer working for a family. I gained a lot of experience working at the center with children from ages 2 months to 5 years old. I enjoy working with kids and would love to give them that one on one attention that they need.

Mah-afroze C. says "I'm always very nervous about leaving my 1 year old with anyone but Mariangeliz was nothing short of exceptional. My daughter rarely likes new people...

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Kelley M.

Fun Loving, Young Professional Looking For A Part Time Position!

Salem, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello!! My names Kelley. Nice to 'meet you'! I am a 33-year-old, energetic, kind, organized and responsible young professional. A little about myself: -I have a Masters Degree in special education from Simmons College. -I attended Umass Amherst for my undergrad in Communication Disorders. -I am the youngest of 6 kids and now...

Alison S. says "So good with our elderly cat while we were away for a long weekend. Would absolutely hire Kelley again in a second!"

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Elena L.

Part-Time Care-giver

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
1 year experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I worked at the daycare after school, and I helped take care of babies from 2 months old to kids 10 years old. I also worked at the SPCA with the humane education program, so I was working with young kids from all kinds of different backgrounds each day.

Maria G. says "Elena is great! My 2 year old daughter is a handful, but Elena made such a great connection with her! Elena brought crafts and did pretend play like a...

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Angela M.

Part-time Caretaker Available

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
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...

Julie W. says "Angela was perfect and my kids loved her!"

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Krystyna D.

Part-Time Nanny/Babysitter

Peabody, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I'm a fun, loving, trustworthy, dependable 27-year-old female. Currently nannying 4-year-old twins and have been with them since they were 6 months old. I Have experience with other twins as well ( 3 different families)! I've nannied twins from the age of just a 3 months old - the age of 9. I'm a certified nursing assistant...

Rebecca S. says "Krystyna has been the nanny of my toddler twins for the past couple of years and she is the most wonderful person I could ask for to help me raise my...

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Rachel Y.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Medford, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
As a freshman in college, I have been babysitting for about 5 years now in cities in the Boston area, such as Medford, Winchester, Woburn, and Arlington. I have babysat children ranging from infants to middle-schoolers, and everything in between. I am very friendly and bond extremely well with young children. I have babysat...
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  • 60 part time babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $28.67/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated part time babysitters is 5.0

Recent part time babysitter reviews from local parents in Wakefield, MA

Part Time Babysitters in Wakefield, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed part time babysitters

Lauren P.

Can't say enough good things about Lauren. She was an absolute pleasure to have around and the kids adored her. The kids say she is super...

- Arianna N.

Jessica C.

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...

- Laura G.

Melissa L.

Melissa is great!! My three toddlers had a blast with her. She is on time, a phenomenal communicator and has a lot of energy to keep up with...

- Kelley S.

FAQs for finding a part time babysitter near you in Wakefield, MA

You need to take the steps required to make you feel comfortable when hiring a part-time babysitter near you in Wakefield, 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.

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 Wakefield, 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 babysitters are paid near you in Wakefield, 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 Wakefield, MA is $28.67.

If you’re looking for a part-time babysitter near you in Wakefield, MA, you can use Care.com to make your search easier. You can review the profiles of different part-time babysitters until you find one who has the experience you’re looking for and whose rates align with your budget.

Part-time babysitters near you in Wakefield, 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.

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