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60 weekend nannies are listed in Ashland, MA
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby weekend nannies is 4 years
Weekend nannies in Ashland, MA
Hello! I'm Patricia. I am 24 years old and it would great to have the opportunity to watch your children and help them learn and grow! I have personal babysitting experience, I started 10 years ago when my cousin was born and I have helped raise her :) As time went on I've helped other family, friends, and even coworkers! I've...
Patricia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She worked so well with my toddlers, made sure they were happy and fed, and was always on time and professional!! Patricia genuinely cares about your kids and their well being. If I didn’t move out of state I would’ve have stayed with Patricia!!"
Care member
I have been around young children my whole life. I started as a mother's helper when I was in fourth grade for my aunt and her 5 children, and my neighbors and their six children. As I got older I spent the majority of my weekends babysitting for different families, regularly, and on weekend nights. I am a lifeguard at the...
Kelly can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(3)
[Red Cross Certified] My priorities are to have a calming approach with children and encourage activities daily for their motor skills and cognitive abilities. I have had experience with multiples of children , and prefer to manage the day with a routine.
When it comes to taking care of children, I believe it is good to meal...
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Victoria is a great person and friend who has assisted me on multiple occasions. She is always professional, friendly, and kind."
Margaret G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am a recent Lesley University Alumni, I majored in Elementary Education. I am interested in child care and can provide transportation for myself. Looking for something part time to help with occasional date nights for you and weekends! I am very creative, patient, and kind. My favorite activities are hands-on, and I...
Ilana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I will be moving to the Bellingham area at the end of September with my wonderful husband and 1. 5-year-old son. We are originally from the Cincinnati area so it will be a transition at first. I'm looking to watch a child or two at our new home once we are settled.
I have 10+ years of childcare experience which includes being...
Kelli can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"We have worked with Kelli for years! She was our nanny and then sitter to our 3 kids starting when our son was 3.5 yrs old and our twins were 2.5 yrs old (they are 13 months apart). They are now 9 and 8. She became a part of our family. We can't say enough positive...
Marla T.
Mary R.
Shrewsbury, MA
$30-38/hr • 10 yrs exp
Speech Therapist With Extensive Childcare Experience Looking For Part Time Babysitting Work!
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Mary! I recently graduated with my master's degree and am now working as a Speech Therapist. I love working with kids, and years of experience have reinforced my decision to incorporate working with children into my career path! I am currently looking for part time employment to supplement my full time job, and...
Mary can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mary helped us with childcare for our early elementary aged children during the fall after Covid began while they were in remote school and was amazing. She was extremely reliable, creative with the kids, and always energetic (a definite requirement for keeping up...
Molly B.
Carina F.
Grafton, MA
$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
American/Portuguese Patient And Loving Nanny Available In 2018
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Dear Families,
I have a bachelor's degree in Early Education and I've been working in the Education field since 2012, with children from 0 and 5 years old. I am a Certified Infant, Toddler and Preschool Teacher currently working full-time as a Lead Educator, in MA.
I am generally free after 6:15 p.m. weekdays, Saturday...
Carina can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Carina is amazing with children of all ages and will always go above and beyond, just because that is who she is. She works hard and plays hard! She is a delight to watch with the children and comes up with some of the most creative activities based on the...
Janine D.
Gabriela O.
West Roxbury, MA
$28-40/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My son is 10 years old, and I work full-time. I have 7 years of experience as a nanny in Boston, and I currently have some days available. Please check my calendar to see my availability. I love children, and being a nanny and a mother has been a fantastic opportunity for personal growth.
I am fluent in English and familiar...
Gabriela can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We LOVE Gabriela! She has seamlessly taken over caring for our first child and we are parents with rigid guidelines. She readily embraced our very specific schedule/childcare guidelines and has gone above and beyond what we've asked of her. She has a caring spirit,...
Tareena D.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I have years of experience working with children as a babysitter, tutor, and camp counselor. I love to cook, travel, and paint. I am a Northeastern University Graduate with a B. S. in psychology and minors in behavioral neuroscience and art; I'm looking for employment as a career nanny! I'm an energetic and invloved sitter, and...
Nina can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nina was polite and responsible. She took an interest in my 12 yo and listened to her. My daughter enjoyed her time with Nina."
Gayle F.
Lucy F.
Brookline, MA
$30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I graduated from Curry College in 2016 with a degree in early education and care. Since graduating, I have been a preschool teacher and nannied for multiple families with kids ranging from 3 months - 5 years. Most recently I have been a nanny for two infants (starting at age 3 months). I am CPR/First Aid Certified, and have...
Lucy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lucy is a warm, caring, and very experienced child care provider. I was immediately comfortable leaving my children with her (then 10 months and 4 years) after our first meeting! She asked all the right questions and had solutions for those tricky situations that...
Megan H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi families!!
I'm Laura I'm a nanny for about 6 years I live in Brighton I speak Spanish and English I'm looking for weekends, during the day, date nights or overnights too, I have plenty of references I also have valid driver's license own car and CPR Cerficate so if you are interested or looking for extra help you can send me...
Laura can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Laura is INCREDIBLE and a one of a kind nanny!! She has been with our family for about a year and I'm so grateful for her loving support of raising my daughter through pivotal times from ages 1 to 2 and also starting to watch my son as well once he was born. She is...
Liz M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Ideally looking for full time position
But always looking for weekend and evening hours if you ever need an occasional sitter!
EEC teacher certified by the state. Both infant/toddler Teacher certified and preschool/preK teacher certified.
First Aid, CPR and infant CPR certified.
Worked as Newborn/Infant care specialist.
Over...
Lynsey can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lynsey is extremely professional. She is very flexible, trustworthy, and very interactive. She brought her own items/toys/books to keep my 3.5 year old daughter constantly engaged. Similar to daycare, Lynsey structured the day in a way similar to my kid’s daycare...
Care member
Ava F.
Belmont, MA
$18-23/hr • 8 yrs exp
Meet Your New Go-to Date Night Sitter! (College Grad W/car, CPR + First Aid Certified)
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Ava, and I can't wait to meet you! I recently graduated from Smith College, and will be working full-time developing STEM curriculum, so I'd love to help you out with date nights or weekend care! I have 5+ years in professional childcare settings, including private nannying/tutoring and working at both overnight...
Ava can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ava was great! She took care of my 4-year-old last minute when her daycare was closed. Ava kept her busy and happy and got her down for a nap! Would definitely hire again."
Sarah F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I graduated from University 2020 and I relocated soon after to the Newton area. I am comfortable working with children of all ages as I have experience babysitting and nannying children from 7 months to 13-year-olds. My most recent experience has been babysitting on weekends for multiple families, and I previously worked as a...
Gaby can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We've been working with Gaby for a little over six months now. Gaby is incredibly skilled at engaging and connecting with children. She has such a patient and sweet demeanor with our little B. We could not be more happy! Would highly recommend her."
Former Member A.
Grace B.
Cambridge, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Young Professional New To The Area Looking To Continue Babysitting!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Grace and I recently moved to MA. I am 24 and have been babysitting since I was 16! I just graduated law school and nannied throughout my time in school. I'm looking for some families to babysit for on date nights and weekends. I'm very comfortable with all ages, all animals, and love playing games. I don't mind...
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Grace is am mature and responsible sitter and we felt very comfortable leaving our three boys in her care!
She was prompt, flexible, knowledgeable, and very caring with our kids! "
Care member
4.9
(8)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
My experience as a nanny has been just over 10 years. I began watching my first child in my early teens during my summer vacations and continued to watch my neighbor's children, and friends of the family's children. I have also connected with many great family's through Care. com.
I am very comfortable with all age groups of...
Sierra can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Sierra has worked for us for about a month now on a regular basis. My children adore her. She is dependable and kind. She always has new ideas on fun things to with our kids. She often writes notes to us to keep open communication. It can be very scary having a...
Katie O.
Eliza S.
Boston, MA
$25-32/hr • 4 yrs exp
Part-time High Energy Babysitter- Loves Children Of All Ages.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Eliza I have babysat and lived in Back Bay for 3 years now. I have built relationships with many Boston/Cambridge families for date night and weekend babysitting the area. I truly love spending time with kids as I used to nanny full time. I spent all of 2020 running a Pandemic Pod and nannying two elementary...
Eliza can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Eliza was the first babysitter we ever left our 16 month old daughter with, and she was fantastic! She was friendly, professional, and accommodating, and her calm demeanor, confidence, and natural ease with our daughter made us all instantly comfortable. Eliza...
Jamie M.
Lizmaritte M.
Needham, MA
$28-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Lizmaritte, but you may call me Lizzy :) I live in Needham with my amazing french bulldog, Cooper! I am a full-time Sr. Accountant for a personal grooming and beauty company right in Newton. Due to this, I am currently looking for a part-time job either before work, after work, and/or the weekends.
I have cared for...
Lizmaritte can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Best Nanny I've ever had loved and cared for my children like they were her own. "
Nicolle A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Are you looking for a experienced nanny for an occasional date night sitter? I currently work during the week FT as a nanny, but I am free most evenings.
I am an outgoing, creative and responsible 32-year-old who really enjoys working with children over the years. I have over 10+ years of experience babysitting. I a big animal...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Becky and I am a 2nd grade teacher in central, MA. I have a golden retriever puppy and two cats! I play guitar, ukulele, and piano!
I have worked with kiddos for 15 years in all capacities-nannying, babysitting, infant/toddler/preschool aged, kindergarten, and now 2nd grade! I have my Master's Degree in...
Rebecca can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Creative and fun activities and very fun with kids. Can handle a variety of situations."
Mike F.
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Recent weekend nanny reviews from local parents in Ashland, MA
Patricia R.
5.0
She worked so well with my toddlers, made sure they were happy and fed, and was always on time and professional!! Patricia genuinely cares about your kids and their well being. If I didn’t move out of state I would’ve have stayed with Patricia!!
- Care member
Victoria S.
5.0
Victoria has been such a help with our 3 year old! It was great having some activities she set up for him on the weekend, along with helping to organize the playroom. She has been dependable and flexible with any last minute changes. It is truly a blessing to have her around.
- Angela S.
Kelli R.
5.0
We have worked with Kelli for years! She was our nanny and then sitter to our 3 kids starting when our son was 3.5 yrs old and our twins were 2.5 yrs old (they are 13 months apart). They are now 9 and 8. She became a part of our family. We can't say enough positive things about Kelli! If she still...
- Marla T.
Mary R.
5.0
Mary helped us with childcare for our early elementary aged children during the fall after Covid began while they were in remote school and was amazing. She was extremely reliable, creative with the kids, and always energetic (a definite requirement for keeping up with our kiddos). Would highly...
- Molly B.
Carina F.
5.0
Carina is amazing with children of all ages and will always go above and beyond, just because that is who she is. She works hard and plays hard! She is a delight to watch with the children and comes up with some of the most creative activities based on the children's interests.
- Janine D.
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FAQs for finding a weekend nanny near you in Ashland, MA
Where can I find a weekend nanny near me in Ashland, MA?
To find a weekend nanny near you in Ashland, MA, you can search through 1 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 Ashland, MA?
How much it costs to hire a weekend nanny near you in Ashland, 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 $20.00 per hour.
What questions should I ask in an interview when looking for a weekend nanny near me in Ashland, MA?
To start, it can help to ask a potential weekend nanny, when interviewing candidates near you in Ashland, 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 Ashland, 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 1 profiles for weekend nanny near you in Ashland, MA to get an idea of what responsibilities they tend to handle.
How can I safely hire a weekend nanny near me in Ashland, MA?
All weekend nannies near you in Ashland, 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.