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Find weekend nannies in Cambridge, MA that you’ll love
60 weekend nannies are listed in Cambridge, MA
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby weekend nannies is 8 years
Weekend nannies in Cambridge, MA
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:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Very flexible with our hectic schedule; provided excellent meals for our son and kept him happy and busy with both inside and outside play."
Corina C.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Nooshin. I'm 67 years old. I recently moved with my 2 dogs and 4 cats from California to Massachusetts to be near my only daughter. I raised my now 34 years old daughter. I have over 17 years of teaching children from the age of 18 months and up. I'm a very organized and detailed oriented person. I'm fun and...
Nooshin can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nooshin has been the most reliable, warm and loving caregiver my children have ever had. We had her care for my sons, who are 4 & 5, during the thick of the pandemic when it completely upended our lives. I don't know how I would have survived and continued working...
Amara M.
Paula S.
Lexington, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
More Than 10 Years Taking Care Of Little Ones And Organizing! How Can I Help You?
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi Families!
My name is Paula, and I'm 28 years old.
I'm a former au pair here in the US, open for full time or part time work 35hours/ish and also I do have some flexibility for weekends and date nights opportunity as a babysitter. I offer childcare services and I'm open assisting with household tasks or other services...
Paula can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Paula is an extremely qualified child care provider who has taken care of many kids within my family and circle of friends. Her experience and expertise in child care are evident in the way she interacts with the children, creating a safe and nurturing environment...
Care member
Aratnza C.
Hyde Park, MA
$28-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available On Weeknight And Weekends
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi all,
My name is Aratnza, I am a very outgoing energetic, and adventurous nanny looking for a new welcoming family. I am eager to continue working with children and being a part of their growth and creating lifelong memories together.
Just a little about me, I have been a nanny for 12 years, and I am very passionate about my...
Aratnza can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She's amazing! She gave me a proactive update via text about halfway through babysitting. Not only was she great with my baby, my 2 dogs loved her (and they seem to bark at everyone). Highly recommend!"
Jennifer E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Extensive experience babysitting and nannying over the past 8+ years. Now living in Allston full time and working in the Financial District in Boston. I have a car and am willing to drive anywhere in the area. Available any time during the weekends for date nights, tutoring, or help with sports. I grew up 30 minutes outside...
Nicholas can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"Couldn't ask for anyone better! Nick did a terrific job. Would recommend him to any family. Rare find, great personality, very punctual and extremely trustworthy. "
Stephanie B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Kerry, I'm 27 years old, and have lived in the Boston for 4 years now. I'm currently looking for part-time work, have a vehicle, and can be extremely flexible during the week and weekend! Prior to my residence in Boston, I lived in Manhattan just over a year, where I babysat two lovely children (2yr-5yr), Monday-Friday....
Kerry can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kerry is absolutely wonderful. She is responsible, dependable and great with my children. We would be happy to recommend her anytime. "
Jennifer L.
4.5
(8)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!
My name is Marie (she/her). I am available to babysit weekends and week nights as needed.
My experience:
I have over 10 years of childcare experience in which I have cared for children ages newborn-12 years old. I am a certified teacher with 4 years of professional teaching experience. During the school year, I work...
Marie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Marie was great! She was kind and sweet with my kids (ages 7 and 9). My kids loved her and we are already planning on hiring her again next summer!"
Carolyn C.
Sophia R.
Medford, MA
$23-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! My name is Sophia! I recently moved to Massachusetts this past summer after graduating with a B. A in psychology from Loyola University Maryland. Originally from New Jersey, I have been working with children for around 10 years. I have been an official babysitter/nanny/mother's helper for around 8 years. I moved to...
Sophia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sophia watched my 3 year old toddler. She did a wonderful job and I would definitely hire her again."
Chase M.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I am a special needs professional with 12+ years of childcare experience. I currently work full time as an instructional para in a 5th and 6th grade special education classroom.
I am looking for occasional evening/weekend and after school jobs with families in the Hyde Park, Roslindale area where I live and have grown...
Nicole can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Nicole was a lifesaver with helping our family balance work and childcare during the pandemic! She is wonderful with children and very trustworthy. It is also worth noting that she is very experienced with food allergies and asthma.
Our children quickly bonded...
Elizabeth K.
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: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sammy is amazing!!!! Super responsible and reliable. Kids love her and I feel I can trust her 100% with my 2 children. She has both dropped and picked the kids up from school as well as take them to after school activities and feed them meals. Hope to have her work...
Jessica S.
Rebecca Z.
Boston, MA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am Becca, I am a 28 years old. I have experience nannying for kids as young as 6 weeks up to 5 years of age. I am used to structured days, fun activities and light housekeeping (cleaning bottles, preparing meals for child, folding kids laundry etc.) i'm currently a nanny to a 1. 5-year-old whom I adore! I'm looking to...
5.0
"Our experience with Becca was great! She was prompt, and took care to ensure we had a nice date night. Would hire Becca again!"
Richard C.
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
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 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jackie and I'm a fun and reliable babysitter with over 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages. My priority is providing a safe and supportive environment for children to play, learn, and engage with their surroundings. I've worked extensively with newborns and infants, in addition to watching...
Jacquelyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"It was such a pleasure having Jacquelyn looking after our 1-year old son. She was attentive, managed my son's meals (which is tough for someone who has reflux) and was always energetic and playful anytime he went to the park to play!"
Care member
Ilza O.
Arlington, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
18 Years of Full Time Professional Childcare With Multicultural Background
5.0
(24)
Hired by 33 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children my whole professional life. For the past 20 years, I have been a full-time primary care provider for about 15 families in the Boston area and they have all loved the care I provided. I have worked for these families anywhere from 2 to 4 years. I have experience with children of all ages, but my...
Ilza can also help with: Travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Ilza cared for our son three days/week between the ages of 4 and 6 months. She helped us juggle a difficult time with Dad working interstate and me completing full-time study. Ilza had endless energy and was completely committed to our son’s development with...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
***CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE FOR CARE POSITIONS***
Hi there-I haven been a nanny in the Greater Boston area for about three years now. Before moving here I was a summer camp leader for three years in top of long-term babysitting gigs on the weekends. I starting caring for a family full time for two years when I moved out here and...
Justine can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Justine started with us right after we moved back to Massachusetts. She was instrumental in the family's transition: from helping my kids make friends, to helping our son adjust to kindergarten, to providing stability with so many changes. She has an amazing...
Adam B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Dechen. I am a recent grad from Boston College, graduating with a BS in Neuroscience and a minor in Spanish! I currently live in South Boston and work at a private medical practice in Weston M-F 8-4:30. I am looking for weeknight babysitting opportunities as well as weekends! I have worked as a summer camp...
Dechen can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Dechen is wonderful. She was reliable and punctual. She was flexible with our schedules (2 working parents) and she was available for extra babysitting outside of our set schedule. She was trustworthy and very helpful during some challenging times. Our kids loved...
Katherine T.
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
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
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Proud Auntie and Cat Mom with four years experience working in daycare settings. Five years experience teaching undergraduates at the University of Michigan and 2 years experience working as a nanny during the covid-19 pandemic. Studied American Sign Language (ASL) for two years and experience teaching signs to children....
Erin can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Erin has been absolutely wonderful with our son and so attentive! We credit his expanded vocab to her working with him and all the sign language he has learned. He has not been the best on the bottle and she has done a great job earning his trust and successful in...
Lauren T.
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 fantastic! Excellent communicator, punctual, and my kids loved her! She is competent, fun, and responsible! We would love to have her sit for us again! "
Care member
Nina W.
Brighton, MA
$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 15 years of experience as a caregiver for infants and children. I received a Bachelor's degree in Child Development/Education and worked for three years in early childhood education. I received my Masters degree in Speech and Language Pathology and have worked as a Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing Specialist for the...
Nina can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Nina routinely babysits for my 17 month old daughter. She also manages our lively dog. They both love her and I plan to have her sit for a long as she can! I highly recommend her. "
Michelle M.
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Recent weekend nanny reviews from local parents in Cambridge, MA
Gabriela O.
5.0
Our experience with our nanny has been truly exceptional. She consistently demonstrates a strong sense of responsibility and care for our children. We appreciate her dedication and the positive impact she has on our family. Highly recommended!
- Care member
Nooshin M.
5.0
Nooshin is wonderful! We love having her as part of our family. We have a 3 yr old son and a 1 yr old daughter and she is warm and loving and terrific with the kids. Our kids enjoy going on walks with her and she takes the time to do arts and crafts with our son (our daughter is too young for the...
- Shagha R.
Paula S.
5.0
Paula was great! She is responsible and my daughter loved her. I would definitely hire her again (and plan to)!
- Margo J.
Aratnza C.
5.0
Aratnza was great with our 4-year old son. Happy to take him outside as much as possible and keep him busy. She got two hugs on her last day! She was also very gracious when I messed up the payment!
- Alison C.
Nicholas D.
5.0
Couldn't ask for anyone better! Nick did a terrific job. Would recommend him to any family. Rare find, great personality, very punctual and extremely trustworthy.
- Stephanie B.
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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 14 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 $21.79 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 14 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.