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60 weekend nannies are listed in Cambridge, MA
The average rate is $21/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby weekend nannies is 8 years
Weekend nannies in Cambridge, MA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi families,
I am currently a paraeducator working on my teaching license for Massachusetts. I recently graduated from university with a B. S. in elementary education and a minor in special education. I have over five years of childcare experience, working in various school and camp settings and as a babysitter. In addition to...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Natasha B.
Cambridge, MA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Childcare Worker With 10+ Years Of Experience Seeking A Nannying Position
With over a decade of childcare experience in diverse settings, I've worn many hats, from babysitter to camp counselor, to being promoted to overseeing a unit of 40 children as a camp leader. My journey has also led me to roles in daycare, youth client care support, and advocacy for young people. Throughout, I've built a...
Natasha can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello, I am very respectful, loving, energetic, honest, patient, intelligent, Bb-lingual and responsible, which you will be delighted to have as your children nanny. I have more than 30years of experience with infants and kids. I have my own vehicle with an excellent driving record. I have strong references about my person and...
Nancy can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
For Childcare:
Hello! I am an experienced and responsible care provider. I have several years of experience working with children and adolescents. I am prompt, respectful, and genuinely enjoy spending time with children. I am responsible and understand the amount of trust parents put into the people who care for their children....
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My name is Angelique and I graduated with a masters degree in Secondary Education. I have served as a 6-8th Social Studies Teacher, a 9th and 12th grade English Teacher. In addition to working with adolescents, I also have 2 years of experience as a nanny for a family with three kids (5 yrs old, 3 yrs old, and 1 yr old). I can...
Angelique can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My experience as a caregiver began when I was 15 years old. At this time, I started babysitting on weekends for clients of my Moms' as she had an in home daycare from the time I was born until I was a Junior in High School. After High School, I started working as a full time nanny through summer breaks from College for a...
Paxton can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We loved working with Paxton! She was a nanny for us and another family, and we later sought her out again and hired her on our own. Paxton is experienced, level-headed, well-organized, and always on time, as well as gentle and caring. She was a great fit for our...
Kelly R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
25-year-old working professional with open evenings and weekends! Soon to be day availability as well. I've been babysitting since I was 15 and loved it all. I have experience as a full-time nanny, housesitting, overnights with kids, and being an au-pair overseas.
Megan can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"She is fabulous! I cannot say enough nice things. Our kids adored her. "
Todd A.
I am 30 years old and have been babysitting/working with kids since the young age of 12 years old. From 2019 to 2022 I was a professional nanny for 4 kids from newborn to 8 years old. However, I decided I wanted to start a career in the travel industry which I have been successfully working in for almost a year.
My approach to...
Lindsay can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a social worker at a local hospital and am looking for date night sitter positions. I work full-time and am generally available from 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. on weekdays and flexible on the weekends. I have an extensive background working with children of all ages and physical/mental abilities. I most recently worked with a young...
Alexandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Great care and communication. She is a marvelous cook and always on time. We love Grace ❤️"
Care member
Leighanna S.
Cambridge, MA
$25-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am an elementary school teacher in the area and am looking to supplement my income by serving local families as an as-needed caregiver. After an introductory meeting, you'll be able to call me, with notice or last minute, for afternoon, evening, and weekend help. Even when families have full time/ regular help, it is...
Leighanna can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Ana M.
Cambridge, MA
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Ana. I am a high school teacher by day, childcare provider by afternoon/evening (and some weekends), I have over a decade of experience working with children (with/without disabilities), both in the public (school) and private (home) setting. I first started nannying as a senior in high school, and have continued to...
Ana can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Ana Carolna S.
Cambridge, MA
$25-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
My name is Ana, I'm 28 years old and I am fully vaccinated.
I have been in a full-time live in position for 2y. With this family, I've been taking care of 3 kids, an 4yo boy, 7yo girl and an 11yo girl. I am currently working for a family, when I started with them the girl was almost 2yo and 3yo boy, they are moving to a...
Julia C.
Boston, MA
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a 2019 honors graduate of the University of Connecticut and I am extremely hardworking. Furthermore, I am also First Aid and CPR certified. I have experience as a camp counselor for five summers and am great with kids of all ages! I am extremely responsible and have a great deal of experience babysitting my 2-year-old niece...
Julia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Julia babysat for my kids over the summer in the house and at the pool. She was on time and responded to notes promptly. The kids had a blast with her and she was also good at the light discipline that I expected with two kids aged 7 and 10. Just the right touch....
Christopher S.
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: Light cleaning, meal prep
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
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Alessandra, I am a bilingual nanny who provides Introduction to Spanish as a second language to newborns and toddlers. I am easy going, responsible, punctual and I love been outside doing fun activities: picnics, play-dates, playground/Museum outings while engaging in Conversation to make the best out of the...
Alessandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ale is the most incredible nanny, human, and friend. She started watching our daughter when she was only 4 months old and has been with us ever since (she is now 2). The only reason we are parting ways is because our daughter will be going to school full time and...
John N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience working with children between the ages of 6 weeks and 9 years old.
I was a Student Aide (6 weeks to 5 years old) for 2. 5 years.
Teresa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Teresa has been an amazing babysitter for my son. She is always on time to pick him up and is extremely responsible. She has been very flexible and accommodating to my schedule and always so willing to help my family. Teresa is going back to school in September,...
Katie C.
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Gislein I am 23 and I have 5 years of experience working in child care, while also nannying some weekends. I have worked mostly with infants but I have experienced working with toddlers, and preschool kids. I am Infant/Toddler certified as well as Preschool/Pre-K certified. I also have my CPR and First Aid...
Gislein can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Gislein was an absolute dream come true of a nanny. She loved our daughter from day 1 and is the most attentive, present, engaging, supportive, flexible, energetic, fun loving, easy going nanny you could ever ask for. Gislein quickly became family to us and words...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hey I'm Caitlin! I am in law school and living in Bristol RI. I just left a preschool where I primarily worked in the baby room and toddler room. I would work with kids from 3 months old until about 4 years old depending on what room I was in that day (but primarily worked with 2 years old and younger). Overall I spent the most...
Caitlin can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Caitlin is an energetic and fun loving young woman who is very good with children. She was very dependable and had great works ethic. My child quickly formed a bond with her as she tried so hard to engage her with activities and books. I feel at ease any night...
Lucy D.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Sammy, and I am 24. I graduated from Boston University with my M. S. in Child Life and Family Centered Care in 2019. I am a Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS). I have been caring for kids for about 10 years. I have nannied/babysat for children ages 3 weeks up to 14 years old. I have worked consistently with all...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Samantha took great care of my 2.9 year old son for the day. She was friendly, punctual and very comfortable with my little guy. I would definitely recommend her!"
Juliana S.
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Recent weekend nanny reviews from local parents in Cambridge, MA
Paxton W.
5.0
We loved working with Paxton! She was a nanny for us and another family, and we later sought her out again and hired her on our own. Paxton is experienced, level-headed, well-organized, and always on time, as well as gentle and caring. She was a great fit for our daughter, who loved her, and for us...
- Kelly R.
Megan P.
5.0
She is fabulous! I cannot say enough nice things. Our kids adored her.
- Todd A.
Grace B.
5.0
Great care and communication. She is a marvelous cook and always on time. We love Grace ❤️
- Care member
Julia C.
5.0
Julia babysat for my kids over the summer in the house and at the pool. She was on time and responded to notes promptly. The kids had a blast with her and she was also good at the light discipline that I expected with two kids aged 7 and 10. Just the right touch. Recommended!
- Christopher S.
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.
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FAQs for finding a weekend nanny near you in Cambridge, MA
Where can I find a weekend nanny near me in Cambridge, MA?
To find a weekend nanny near you in Cambridge, MA, you can search through 13 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 Cambridge, MA?
How much it costs to hire a weekend nanny near you in Cambridge, 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 $21.77 per hour.
What questions should I ask in an interview when looking for a weekend nanny near me in Cambridge, MA?
To start, it can help to ask a potential weekend nanny, when interviewing candidates near you in Cambridge, 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 Cambridge, 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 13 profiles for weekend nanny near you in Cambridge, MA to get an idea of what responsibilities they tend to handle.
How can I safely hire a weekend nanny near me in Cambridge, MA?
All weekend nannies near you in Cambridge, 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 Cambridge, MA weekend nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Weekend Nannies in Cambridge, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed weekend nannies.