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Christine M.

Chestnut Hill, MA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I have babysat for many years and in nursing field for four years now! I have a lot of experience with special needs and would love to gain more.
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Isabella E.

Fun, Engaged, And Responsible Babysitter

Chestnut Hill, MA

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$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Care. com Hi! My name is Bella and I am a sophomore at Boston College studying Economics and International Relations; I am currently taking time off from school to make sure that I really know what I want to do before spending more money. I am working on my personal training certification and I am already certified as a...
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Gabriella C.

Chestnut Hill, MA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
I am an energetic and experienced individual who loves working with kids! From your everyday babysitting care to serving as a personal aid for children with special needs - I have done it all! As I am a college student, my availability is subject to change but please reach out so we can find times that best suit you and your...
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Ric D.

Boston College Student Babysitter

Chestnut Hill, MA

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! my name is Ric and I'm a student at Boston College studying Finance. I've worked with tons of kids from ages 5-15 for the last few years (including special needs, ADHD and ODD). I am also a golf coach for catholic memorial and Dexter Southfield. The kids I babysit and coach love that there's a sporty and fun, active boy...
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Jean M.

Chestnut Hill, MA

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$30/hr
Errands
dementia
respite care
companionship
I am a retired nurse. Looking to do companion care 16 hours/week for seniors or Special Needs adults
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Nicole R.

Caregiver Available

Chestnut Hill, MA

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$31/hr
2 years experience
My 24-year-old has had type one diabetes since age 11. I have checked his glucose etc all diabetes care .
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Lesley F.

Experienced And Kind Babysitter Available!

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 22 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
My name is Lesley. I am available to babysit on an as-needed basis. For 5 years, I worked as an assistant teacher for special needs students in an elementary school. I have over 10 years of experience caring for kids of all ages in their homes or in a professional daycare setting. I'm CPR and First Aid trained with plenty...

Helene J. says "Lesley was one of the very first people outside of family to babysit our infant son. She was so reassuring and incredibly professional. Upon speaking to...

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Emonie P.

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Emonie. A North Carolina native who recently moved to Massachusetts. I have over 10 years of childcare experience ranging from infants to school-aged, including special needs. I've worked in daycare and school settings and have also spent many years babysitting and nannying for a lot of of families I had to leave...

Care Member says "Miss Emonie is the best nanny! She worked with my family for over a year with my 2 daughters. One was only 6 months and the other 7 yrs old. I could...

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Meghan S.

Charlestown, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi! my name is Meg. I have 12 years full time childcare experience that includes ages newborn to 9 years old and special needs children/adults. I have excellent references, I am EEC certified, CPR/first aid certified, valid drivers license and clean driving record. I look forward to speaking with you about how I can become an...

Laura H. says "Meg is incredible! I hired Meg to watch my 18 month old during holiday break, after a bad experience with a different nanny. She worked with both A. & I...

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Maria V.

Experienced Caretaker

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
My name is Maria, and I am 24 years old. I have a bachelor's degree in political science and a minor in education. I have 5+ years of caretaking and babysitting experience, working with numerous families directly and through agencies. Particularly, I have extensive work experience caring for individuals living with physical and...

Alysia M. says "Maria took care of our elderly dog and new adopted cat. She knew more about how to take care of our cat then we did. She also gave us an update on how...

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Isabelle S.

New Graduate Looking For Nannying Job In Boston (Trilingual, & Performing Arts Coach!)

South Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I'm a graduate of The New School in NYC and am moving to South Boston this month. I have years of experience with children, through nannying for various families, private coaching in performing arts, and group teaching experience. I am CPR certified, have taken care of children ages 6 months and up, and have volunteered in a...

Care Member says "Very good with kids, very down to earth, would highly recommend and honestly should’ve paid her more. She’s a gem of a human being, hire her!"

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Antoinette C.

I Love Children. I Have A Lot Of Experience With Children And Special Needs Children. I Pet Sit Too.

Westwood, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have worked with children for 28 years and specialize in children with behavioral, autism, learning disabilities, social and emotional. I'm also a mom of four. Im a grandmother of 3. I also graduated from Everest Institute with a degree in Medical Assisting. I am a hardworking, goal oriented person who will settle for nothing...

Bob D. says "Loving kind and affectionate woman . Extremely dedicated and versed in her skill set. She goes above and beyond what’s expected and asked of her. I would...

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Daisy S.

Child Care Provider/ Behavior Analyst/Special Education Teacher

Dorchester, MA

3.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! I've been nannying for 6 years. I nannied children from ages 0-13. During those experiences, I meal prepped, drove children to activities, date nights, homework help, and the list goes on! I also have experience nannying/tutoring children with special needs. I am a Lesley University graduate for special education. I am...

Marjanna B. says "Daisy is absolutely lovely. She is warm and authentic, and her genuine enjoyment of kids is so clear."

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Ashley B.

Summer Babysitter/Nanny

Mattapan, MA

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi families! My name is Ashley. I have worked about every kind of childcare position; from special needs care, to infants, overnight/travel care, house manager, and a friend to the parents. You need it I am on it! I worked as a mother's helper from ages 9-11 years old and then began babysitting at the age of 12. I have extensive...

Blake S. says "Ashley babysat our son during the summer of 2020, and you never would have known that we were in the middle of a pandemic --- they were always having so...

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Nicole C.

Reliable

Somerville, MA

3.6(1)
from
$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
I have experience with twins, add/adhd, and special needs. I have experience also with children 5 months old and up. Also available short notice!

Care Member says "We hired Nicole to watch my elderly mom with dementia and she was nothing short of amazing! She was always a few minutes early and had the patients of a...

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Megan D.

Energetic Part-Time Nanny/Evening Babysitter With 7+ Years Experience

Medford, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I have been a full-time nanny for the past 10+ years and part-time nanny/yoga teacher before that. I am caring, optimistic, and actively engage with children and have worked with newborns to 16 years, including children with special needs and multiples. References available upon request.

Amy D. says "Megan is great. The kids love her because she is so fun. I love her because she is so dependable. "

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Meti V.

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Meti! I'm a nurturing and experienced caregiver based in the Triangle area with over 10 years of hands-on childcare expertise, including working as a live-in caregiver. I specialize in supporting young children, creating safe, organized, and joyful environments, and have cared for kids with ADHD, adopted children, and...

Care Member says "Meti was wonderful with our boys and was able to jump in when we needed help at the last minute. Thanks Meti!"

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Milagros A.

Chelsea, MA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
Hello everyone! My name is Milagros. I am from Perú, 32 years old. I think I will be a good fit in your family since I have experience taking care of kids in my country, and now here in the USA ( I moved 6 years ago). I have had good experience taking care of my little kiddos in North Carolina and Florida. I also babysat here in...

Adea G. says "Milagros is a wonderful, loving nanny to our two boys. Our 2 year old would run to the door to leap into her arms every morning. She was attentive and...

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Alma M.

Experienced, Bilingual, Loving, Fun And Dependable Professional Nanny

Winchester, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
17 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
Hello! I'm a kind, compassionate caregiver from Panama. As the oldest sibling, caregiving has been part of my life from early on. I have over 17 years of experience working with children of all ages-from newborns to teens-including those with special needs. I've worked internationally as an Au Pair and nanny in Spain, Panama,...

Cristina D. says "Alma helped us care for our daughter from about 1 to 1.5 years old. We ended up moving from the city which is why we couldn't keep Alma on as our...

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Dianna F.

Dorchester, MA

5.0(1)
from
$29/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
For the past decade, I've dedicated myself to nurturing young minds and supporting families. My goal is to provide a safe and enriching environment where children can thrive. I have experience caring for children aged 0-11, specializing in toddlers and preschoolers. I am patient and calm. I follow the parents' lead when it comes...

Care Member says "Dianna is a gift. I cannot say enough wonderful things about her and about the kind, loving, patient, and proactive way she has cared for our child. Our...

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  • The average post rate is $22.83/hr as of November 2025

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Lesley F.

Lesley was one of the very first people outside of family to babysit our infant son. She was so reassuring and incredibly professional. Upon...

- Helene J.

Emonie P.

Miss Emonie is the best nanny! She worked with my family for over a year with my 2 daughters. One was only 6 months and the other 7 yrs old....

- Care member

Meghan S.

Meg is incredible! I hired Meg to watch my 18 month old during holiday break, after a bad experience with a different nanny. She worked...

- Laura H.

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