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After working for cooperate for 3 years and being laid off I needed to search for a job that I not only enjoyed but felt I was fit for. In high school I babysat most of the neighborhood kids, and whenever my mom's clients needed help especially during the weekends for their date nights I was always there to help. I remembered...
Natalia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
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: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Super fantastic and a wonderful sitter! I would highly recommend her and wish we could have her around longer! Very responsible, engaging with the children and trustworthy."
Hope P.
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: Grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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.
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: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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
(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
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I recently graduated summa cum lade from Northeastern University and have a love for caring for kiddos! I'm available on weekends to provide childcare on weekdays, I'm unavailable due to my work schedule.
I have experience with children from ages 6 months to teenagers but I especially adore the younger ones! I've been a summer...
Isabel can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Isabel is a fantastic caregiver and person. She has been a huge part of our daughters' lives over the last several years and took wonderful care of them. She is also a great role model for young girls. Isabel creates activities to enrich the children's time spent...
Brian S.
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:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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!"
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Molly C.
Charlestown, MA
$28-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi My name is Molly, I am currently 26 years old. I have my bachelors from Fitchburg State University in Psychology. I am CPR and First Aid certified, as well as having a car and clean driving record. I am looking for jobs after 5 p.m. during week day and anytime on weekends. I am currently a nanny for a 3-year-old. I have been...
Molly can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Molly is such an amazing babysitter! She is extremely reliable, punctual, and hardworking. She’s also very sweet and intuitive with children. I trust her completely with my 1.5 year old and two dogs. She has even dog sat for us before! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi families! I am 34-year-old professional career nanny! I live in Quincy, I have been a nanny for over 15 yrs and I absolutely enjoy it. I am looking for some babysitting opportunities! I am available weeknights ( after 5/5:30 depending on location) and weekends!
I have worked with some great families and have watched all ages...
Jamie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"I needed a last minute sitter and Jamie responded quickly and was so sweet. My kiddo ended up not feeling well so I wasn't able to actually have her come, but I would have felt completely comfortable leaving her with my guy. She was very gracious about our change...
Lauren K.
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Loving, fun, and trilingual babysitter looking for occasional jobs for date nights (weeks and weekends). I started working in the childcare industry in 2017, was employed as a full-time nanny until 2021, and continue doing occasional sitting. I have a bachelors in psychology and currently work in as a Project Coordinator. As the...
Isabel can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Isabel was wonderful with our two kids (ages 8 & 6)! She was punctual and patient with the kids, gave them plenty of direct attention and playtime, which they loved! We will have her back again"
Julia L.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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
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: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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!"
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Joelda L.
Malden, MA
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Joelda L. I'm 40 years old. I have 5 plus years of experience. I have experience with all ages. I'm a Sunday school teacher at my church. I am CPR certified. I'm a patient, super friendly, caring, loving, punctual, and dedicated. I speak Portuguese, English and Spanish. I have great references. If you have any more...
5.0
"Joelda is reliable and trustworthy. She has been our dedicated full time nanny since 2015. She has helped me tremendously with anything pertaining to my two children. She started working for us when my daughter was 5 months old. Soon after she joined us my daughter...
Yasmin M.
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Lucy has been caring for our two children (now 2 and 5) regularly for over a year. We're lucky to have her! She is a reliable, thoughtful, energetic care taker and we've recommended her to a number of friends."
Lisa W.
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, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
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.
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, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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
Karina M.
Medford, MA
$25-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi Families,
I'm Karina, a professional nanny with 7+ years experience with children from newborn to 13 years old.
I'm looking for side gigs as a babysitter since I have my own full time job.
I'm available for date nights mostly weekdays but could also be available on weekends if requested in advance.
I can also do dog and cat...
Karina can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Karina is a very hard working, lovely and responsible person. I had her working for me as a part time nanny for months, and our family always loved, enjoyed and appreciated her help. She's a great nanny, I know I can always trust and count on her! I'm sure she'll...
Lais M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi parents
Im 28yo and I'm looking for a family that needs me for weekends or date nights during the week, unless I can take my baby along, than any schedule would work. At the moment I am dedicating my self exclusively to take care of my daughter, so I'm not currently working with a family, but I have babysat and nannied for...
Thamires can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
5.0
"Thami is reliable and very sweet. She works well with our three kids, and they look forward to spending time with her every week. She's responsive by text and a good communicator."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a nanny/household manager for a family with 3 children.... twin 7-year-old boys and sister 10 years old.... I have been with them for 9 years.
I was with my previous nanny family for 10 years... and had a few families before them... lasted 2/3 years :)
I'm currently looking for weekend date night hours.
I also cat and...
Ty can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Ty was a wonderful applicant. My childcare situation is a bit out of the norm buts Ty took the time to ask questions and be really thoughtful about whether my needs fit her schedule. In the end it did not work out but she offered her service for the weekend and I...
Sheina P.
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Recent weekend nanny reviews from local parents in Dorchester Center, MA
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.
Nina J.
5.0
I felt very comfortable having Nina in my home. She is a quick learner and did well watching my 2.5 month old. She was helpful in additional household tasks also!
- Care member
Alessandra C.
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 we no longer will need additional...
- John N.
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.
Isabel R.
5.0
Isabel is a fantastic caregiver and person. She has been a huge part of our daughters' lives over the last several years and took wonderful care of them. She is also a great role model for young girls. Isabel creates activities to enrich the children's time spent with her. She also has a way of...
- Brian S.
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FAQs for finding a weekend nanny near you in Dorchester Center, MA
Where can I find a weekend nanny near me in Dorchester Center, MA?
To find a weekend nanny near you in Dorchester Center, 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 Dorchester Center, MA?
How much it costs to hire a weekend nanny near you in Dorchester Center, 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 $32.00 per hour.
What questions should I ask in an interview when looking for a weekend nanny near me in Dorchester Center, MA?
To start, it can help to ask a potential weekend nanny, when interviewing candidates near you in Dorchester Center, 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 Dorchester Center, 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 Dorchester Center, MA to get an idea of what responsibilities they tend to handle.
How can I safely hire a weekend nanny near me in Dorchester Center, MA?
All weekend nannies near you in Dorchester Center, 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.