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60 weekend nannies are listed in Acton, MA
The average rate is $12/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby weekend nannies is 8 years
Weekend nannies in Acton, MA
For the last 25 years my main passion has been nurturing and educating my own children. I was their crossing guard, their Sunday school teacher. I was my daughter's girl scout leader. I took part-time nanny jobs and was able to blend my energetic charges into our family. My oldest child graduated from College and now attending...
Diane can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Elaine L.
Acton, MA
$1-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I'm working full time. Available for weekends and date nights. Thank you for reached out. I love kids.
Elaine can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"This was my first hiring experience on Care.com. Elaine is fabulous! My 3 boys loved her. She's sweet, caring, knowledgeable & truly wants to know your children. She was punctual, and she didn't mind staying later than I anticipated. I highly recommend Elaine!"
Jennifer S.
Emily S.
Acton, MA
$20-24/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am living in Brighton and working full time as a nanny for a family in Cambridge (9-5 M-F). I am looking for some extra babysitting - mornings, evenings, and/or weekends.
I am a certified music therapist and have worked primarily with school-aged children and adolescents with physical and/or intellectual disabilities (I love...
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I've enjoyed being a nanny for 14 years caring for children ages 4 mos to 15 years. I also worked at the Children's Discovery Museum in Acton, MA for 7 years which gave me lots of experience working with children and helping them explore science and art. Currently on weekdays I work full time as a part-time nanny for 2...
Christine can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"We have had Christine sit for our children twice now and she has been great.
Christine is prompt and and clear and timely communication! She is fantastic with our children and they love it when she babysits. "
Care member
5.0
(5)
I'm a youngish Grandmother, who would be honored to care for your children. I enjoy reading aloud, outside play, art, singing & nurturing children. I have 6 yrs Nanny experience in MA; 1 yr in WA. Additionally, I have decades of experience as a Children's Choir Leader, Youth Dance Leader & Sunday School Teacher. I understand...
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
5.0
"We have been very fortunate to have Kate as a nanny for our two-year-old son for the last six months.
Kate is kind, compassionate, and patient. She is up for anything and has a can-do attitude about childcare. She can be silly, indulging our son in imaginary...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I work full time as a teacher at an elementary school, this is my fifth year teaching, and I love children! I recently completed my Master's in Early Childhood education and I am very passionate about education. In my spare time I like to read and spend time outside when it's nice. I have some weekday availability (after 4/5...
Christina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My kids told me all about their experience, it was awesome!"
Riley C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 27 yrs old, a non smoker, with a reliable car and I'm first AID & CPR certified. I have been caring for children for over 10+ yrs ranging from newborn to teen. I've been caring for children almost my whole life as I am an aunt to 19 nieces and nephews, most of which I have babysat since they were born. In 2011 I became a...
Kayla can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kayla is my sister but she was also my nanny for over 7 years for my 3 kids. She is and has always been great with kids ever since she was little. She was always on time and hardly ever called out sick. Her only responsibilities were to make sure the kids were fed...
Amy W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Taylor, a first time mum, fifth time big sister and first year daycare assistant teacher! I practice gentle parenting and safe risky play. I have 10 years of experience in childcare newborn-teens. Experience with Autism & ADHD. Going to Storytime at the library or running outside are our favorite things. Looking for...
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Taylor has cared for my 6 year old several times, and she always has so much fun with her! I value the way she communicates with me and my daughter (especially when it comes to her behavior) - respectful and concise."
Victoria C.
Hi! I'm Rebecca and I currently work full-time in Early Intervention supporting children ages birth-3 who have a developmental delay. I have nannied full-time for families in the past and have plenty of experience working with kids. I graduated from Loyola University Chicago with a BS in Human Services, and taught preschool in...
Rebecca can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Zulay P.
Lowell, MA
$23-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced Baby Sitter Or Nanny Available On Weekdays/nights And Weekends.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name's Zulay, I'm 23 years old. I'm currently a Nanny to a 7-month-old boy for a family in Lowell. I was an infant/toddler teacher and was for over 2 years. I was an assistant preschool teacher for 3 years and I also have experience working with school aged summer camp kids at the greater Lowell YMCA and at the Greater Lowell...
Zulay can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
looking for a part time, morning nanny job now until July 1st. I have 1. 5 years of nanny experience, 1. 5 years of daycare experience, and many years of sitter experience. I have also been a gymnastics coach for 5+ years. My nanny experience is mostly with infants and toddlers, but I am also comfortable with school age...
Bella can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Bella was our nanny for a full year. She is the most dependable person you have ever met and she is amazing with kids. We loved her and we'd recommend her to anyone, anytime."
David L.
Fernanda S.
Billerica, MA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Fernanda. I am an honest and reliable person. I have a driver's license with a clean record and I can work nights and weekends. I am very dynamic, intelligent, and have lots of energy. I love kids and I am always happy. I have very good references and I will be happy to provide contact numbers. I have been a...
Fernanda can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Trustline Certified
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
All through high school, I babysat and took care of all my friends and neighbors kids and on weekends, I worked at a "day care" with kids ages 0-5.
After high school, working with kids from the ages of 3- 12. I was teaching English in a local school as well as playing and caring for kids after school hours.
I love kids,...
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experiences:
=Nanny for 16 years.
=Worked in a school system as an ABA specialist for almost 20 years.
=Worked with children on the autism spectrum.
=Have taken care of all ages from newborn to teenagers
=Love to be outdoors and walk in the woods.
=Like to do arts and craft projects.
=Love animals.
Hilary can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hello! My name is Sara and I am looking for a new full time position as a Nanny. I currently work as a certified teacher at a local center located in Billerica working with all ages from infants through pre-k. But after being in childcare for over 5 years. I am looking to switch and work on a more personal basis and dedicate my...
Sara can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Lindsay G.
Concord, MA
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Mom Of Two Teens Who Misses Babies, Toddlers, And Little Ones In General!
I have over 10 years of experience raising two daughters as a single mom. I've coached gymnastics for six years, ages 0-18. I am also licensed to teach 5-12 Social Studies in MA and am going back to teaching next year. I would love to nanny over the summer and help out occasionally- for overnights and weekends- during the school...
Lindsay can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am a mother of three (two grown children and a 15-year-old daughter). I have worked in childcare as a daycare teacher for over 15 years and have experience with children of all ages. I love dogs and have enjoy caring for many types of pets. I love playing and exploring outdoors and believe children learn best through play and...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Annie P.
Lowell, MA
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Looking To Nanny On Some Week Nights And Some Weekends As Well.
Hello Parents,
I am a Passionate Teacher with experience developing, mentoring, and focusing on children's growth. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement in a classroom. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills. I am outgoing,...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am 26 years old and live in Chelmsford. I am very active with a lot of energy. I graduated from Bridgewater State University with a major in education and psychology. Then went on to receive my masters in school counseling at Merrimack College. I am currently a school counselor at an elementary school working with grades...
Cassidy can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm looking for childcare, special needs care, and tutoring positions. I'm a high school teacher licensed in Moderate Disabilities Grades 5-12 and PreK-8. I have 4 years of classroom experience. I have regular after school, evening and weekend availability as well as time over school breaks. I have provided in home care for...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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Recent weekend nanny reviews from local parents in Acton, MA
Elaine L.
5.0
I cannot say enough good things about Elaine. She has been our daughter's full-time nanny since she was 4 months old. Elaine is dependable and always punctual (always a little early actually). She is one of the kindest people I have ever met and takes incredible care of my daughter. I feel so lucky...
- Rachel B.
Christine T.
5.0
We have had Christine sit for our children twice now and she has been great.
Christine is prompt and and clear and timely communication! She is fantastic with our children and they love it when she babysits.
- Care member
Katherine S.
5.0
We have been very fortunate to have Kate as a nanny for our two-year-old son for the last six months.
Kate is kind, compassionate, and patient. She is up for anything and has a can-do attitude about childcare. She can be silly, indulging our son in imaginary firefights and seafaring voyages. She...
- Care member
Christina G.
5.0
My kids told me all about their experience, it was awesome!
- Riley C.
Kayla R.
5.0
Kayla is my sister but she was also my nanny for over 7 years for my 3 kids. She is and has always been great with kids ever since she was little. She was always on time and hardly ever called out sick. Her only responsibilities were to make sure the kids were fed and taken care of but she was...
- Amy W.
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FAQs for finding a weekend nanny near you in Acton, MA
Where can I find a weekend nanny near me in Acton, MA?
To find a weekend nanny near you in Acton, MA, you can search through 3 weekend nanny profiles to learn more about their hourly rates and to check out reviews from families who worked with them in the past.
How much does it cost to hire a weekend nanny near me in Acton, MA?
How much it costs to hire a weekend nanny near you in Acton, MA depends on a few factors. To start, it will cost much more to hire a nanny for a whole weekend than to hire one for a few hours, so it can be helpful to plan your budget around how much care you need for a weekend—especially if you want them to spend the night. Rates can vary due to factors like their years of experience and where you live, but typically weekend nanny rates near you are $12.00 per hour.
What questions should I ask in an interview when looking for a weekend nanny near me in Acton, MA?
To start, it can help to ask a potential weekend nanny, when interviewing candidates near you in Acton, MA, about their availability to make sure they can work the hours you need. Then, it’s a good idea to ask about their experience and how they would handle certain situations—such as resolving a fight between siblings. It can also be a good idea to ask them if they have any references you can contact.
What types of responsibilities do weekend nannies near me in Acton, MA take on?
When you hire a nanny on weekends, you can ask them to tackle a variety of different responsibilities. Alongside taking care of your children, they may be willing to help with cooking or light housework (like doing the kids’ laundry). Asking what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on is another great topic to bring up in an interview. You can review 3 profiles for weekend nanny near you in Acton, MA to get an idea of what responsibilities they tend to handle.
How can I safely hire a weekend nanny near me in Acton, MA?
All weekend nannies near you in Acton, MA found on Care.com are asked to complete a CareCheck, which is an annual background check. Their profile will have a badge on it that states if they completed this background check and when they completed it. However, we strongly advise you take your own steps to safely hire a weekend nanny, such as doing your own independent background check and requesting references from other families they worked with.
Ratings for Acton, MA weekend nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Weekend Nannies in Acton, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed weekend nannies.