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Part time Nanny available/date night
Hi everyone! I am currently an Optometry student living in Newton with my family. I have 10 years of experience babysitting, am CPR certified, and have my own reliable car. Some of my experience includes previous nanny positions and working as a camp counselor for 3 years. I have specialized...
Monica can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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
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
(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, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We could not have asked for a better caregiver for our son as a part of a nanny share this year! Alessandra is extremely loving, professional, and an absolute pleasure to work with! She is constantly engaged with the children (in Spanish, though she also speaks...
Laura B.
5.0
(6)
Hi there! My name is Stefica, and I recently graduated with my Bachelors in HR Management and a law student I have over 5 years of nannying experience and am comfortable working with all age groups, from newborns to high schoolers.
When I'm not nannying or studying, I enjoy spending time with my friends and family, reading &...
Stefica can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Knows how to care for kids very well and is a great person to talk to."
Gabriel C.
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
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: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
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.
Pamela R.
Everett, MA
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a lot of experience with children by working as a babysitting taking care of a newborn and helping in a daycare a few times a week while I was in Brazil.
I've been taking care of a lovely baby boy while I'm in the USA as a nanny.
Also I worked for one year as an Au Pair and I took care of 3 girls (1, 3 and 5 yo) for 6...
Pamela can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Pamela has been a tremendous help for our family. She is a very nice, reliable and honest person, she assisted us with our 3 months baby full time. Our baby felt very comfortable with her. "
Dana A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Currently attending Babson College and I'm looking to help out with some nannying near by! I'm available to help out during weekdays at night and weekends at night too preferably. But please feel free to reach out if you need help during other times of the day because my schedule varies with classes and athletics. I also have a...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lauren was a life saver when my regular sitter cancelled! She was quick to respond, friendly, punctual and trustworthy. I came home a very happy and safe baby and my three year old took an instant liking to her when he met her. As a bonus, she's awesome with dogs...
Emily B.
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, craft assistance, meal prep
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 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for more than 10 years now and come from a large and diverse family of 7 kids. I have worked as a camp counselor during past summers and I am trained in CPR and in managing various kinds of kids with different personalities and needs. Along with various babysitting jobs at night and on weekends, I nannied...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sarah is amazing! She was the first person I felt comfortable leaving our 4-month old twins with. She took care of them 2-3 days a week for almost two months. She handles high pressure situations like a pro (with twins, both babies sometimes need to eat at the same...
Haya L.
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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
(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: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Nicole is absolutely amazing! She is responsible, kind and creative. I would highly recommend her for any childcare position."
Adrienne E.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
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.
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
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I grew up in a big, extended family and I have spent my whole life playing, caring, and sitting for family members and neighbors. For my first nanny jobs I worked in the Chicago suburbs for 2 different families. My job duties included laundry, breakfast/lunch, sweeping floors, letting the dogs out and of course playing every...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"I have watched her care for dogs, cats, lambs, horses, and chickens. Great care and knowledge on animals."
David A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Friendly and energetic college grad working in sales looking for part time babysitting! Available nights, & weekends Offering 10 years babysitting experience from infants to middle school. Skilled in maintaining routines and following commitments. Punctual and prompt with the flexibility to provide quality childcare to busy...
Gabrielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gabrielle is very responsible, reliable and is great with children. She has been caring for children for over 7 years. She has helped me with my three children (young twins) and is able to multi-task and stick to a routine. She is very organized and a self-starter....
Daniele R.
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Great care and communication. She is a marvelous cook and always on time. We love Grace ❤️"
Care member
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:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jackie was great! I needed a sitter so that I could have a mom's much-needed night out! It was my first time leaving my daughter with a babysitter, so I was a little bit nervous, but Jackie made me very comfortable and updated me promptly with texts and photos! My...
Tanya A.
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Recent weekend nanny reviews from local parents in West Newton, MA
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
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.
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.
Stefica M.
5.0
Stefica is great with people, she's cheerful and charismatic! I've gotten the chance to meet her through a friend of our local Church! I would consider Stefica a good friend and hard worker.
- Daniel R.
Samantha A.
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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FAQs for finding a weekend nanny near you in West Newton, MA
Where can I find a weekend nanny near me in West Newton, MA?
To find a weekend nanny near you in West Newton, 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 West Newton, MA?
How much it costs to hire a weekend nanny near you in West Newton, 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 $25.00 per hour.
What questions should I ask in an interview when looking for a weekend nanny near me in West Newton, MA?
To start, it can help to ask a potential weekend nanny, when interviewing candidates near you in West Newton, 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 West Newton, 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 West Newton, MA to get an idea of what responsibilities they tend to handle.
How can I safely hire a weekend nanny near me in West Newton, MA?
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