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Tara Naomi Mendes
Boston, MA

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2024

Babysitter

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Boston for work.

My credentials

  • General credentials:
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

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Tamika T
Boston, MA

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Member since: Apr 2024

Babysitter, Nanny $25 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Care for twins/multiples

Other services I can provide

  • House sitting
  • Cleaning
  • Tutoring
  • Elderly care

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Full-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Boston for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

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Day

- -

Arvo

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Eve.

- - -

Nite

- - -

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 21 years experience working with children
    • Registered carer
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
  • General credentials:
    • Drivers license
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

My skills and interests:

  • Reading/storytelling
  • Nature
  • Design
  • Computers

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Avery Smith

Avery Smith
Arlington, MA

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Member since: Jun 2024

Hi, I'm Avery! Looking for part time postions in Arlington or towns neiborhing

Hi, I'm Avery! I'm a current student at Arlington High School and am enrolled in the Early Childhood Education program, which gives important and valuable information about child development. I have 5+ years of childcare experience. I used to be a swim instructor and have CPR and lifesaver training for all ages and would be happy to give swim lessons for an increased fee. I currently have a driver's license but inconsistent access to a car so if children need to be picked up/dropped off I would need access to a vehicle. Looking forward to meeting you!

Babysitter, Parent helper $20 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for special needs kids
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Arlington for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

- - - - - - -

Arvo

-

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 4 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • I carry a first aid kit
    • Asthma training
    • Anaphylaxis training
    • Water safety training
    • Working With Children Check (WWCC)
  • 5 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • 17 years old
    • Drivers license
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

Hi, I'm Avery! I'm a current student at Arlington High School and am enrolled in the Early Childhood Education program, which gives important and valuable information about child development. I used to be a swim instructor and have CPR and lifesaver training for all ages.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Writing

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Louisa Keith

Louisa Keith
Westwood, MA

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Member since: Jun 2024

Welcome message:

Hi! My name is Louisa, and I absolutely love working withy kids! I am available all day during the week, and occasionally on weekends.

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $18 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning
  • Tutoring

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Westwood for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

-

Day

-

Arvo

-

Eve.

- - - - - - -

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 3 years experience working with children
  • General credentials:
    • 18 years old
    • Emergency car access
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

I've babysat children ages 2 years to 13 years over the past couple years! I've also worked as a camp counselor and counselor in training for younger children specifically, usually 2-5 year olds. Additionally, I frequently volunteer in my Church Nursery to help watch children around preschool age. I absolutely adore kids, and am always excited to work with them.

My skills and interests:

  • Dance
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Writing

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Maia Cerrito-Stingo

Maia Cerrito-Stingo
Ashland, MA

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Member since: Jun 2024

Hello everyone!

I am Maia, some personal things you should know about me is that I enjoy outdoor adventures, 80's and 90's rock, I love to read. I love, love, love to craft and I have a very imaginative mind.

Babysitter, Parent helper $20 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Ashland for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

- - - - - - -

Arvo

- - - - - - -

Eve.

Nite

-

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Valentine's Day

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 3 years experience working with children
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • 7 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Pet owner references
  • General credentials:
    • 17 years old
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

I'm a responsible and creative 15-year-old(16 on sep 13th) with 3 years of experience caring for toddlers, preschoolers, and grade schoolers. This experience mostly comes from being the oldest of my five younger cousins. I'm comfortable with pets, cooking, chores, and helping with homework. My skills include drawing, reading, creative thinking, music, and playing games. I'm excited to provide a safe and engaging environment for the children in my care. Please let me know if you have any questions about my experience or availability. My pet sitting abilities come from being a 'Cat mom' for seven years now, I also have had guinea pigs for five years. I have had experience Walking and doing 'Check in's' for dogs.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Nature
  • Cooking
  • Design
  • Writing

You can learn more about me by browsing my social accounts:

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Ava Toussaint

Ava Toussaint
Canton, MA

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Member since: Jun 2024

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $17 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for special needs kids
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Canton for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

- -

Arvo

- -

Eve.

- -

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Valentine's Day
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Have a pet carrier
  • General credentials:
    • 17 years old
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Liability insurance
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Design
  • Computers
  • Writing

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Nikaya Thomas

Nikaya Thomas
Randolph, MA

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Member since: Oct 2024

Certified, Caring, and ready to help!

Hello! I’m Nikaya, an experienced and passionate childcare provider. With 5 years of hands-on experience as a daycare teacher, I understand the importance of creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for children. I’m certified in babysitting, CPR, first aid, and AED by the American Red Cross, ensuring that your child’s safety is always my top priority.

Currently, I’m studying nursing, which has deepened my knowledge of child development and health care. Whether it’s helping with homework, planning creative activities, or simply making sure your little ones are happy and entertained, I’m committed to providing personalized care that fits your family’s needs.

With my reliable transportation, I can also take your children on fun outings or assist with getting them to events. If you’re looking for a responsible, caring, and energetic babysitter, I’d love to connect with you!

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $20 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Randolph for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - -

Day

- - -

Arvo

- - -

Eve.

-

Nite

-

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Valentine's Day

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 5 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • I carry a first aid kit
    • Asthma training
    • Anaphylaxis training
    • Working With Children Check (WWCC)
  • General credentials:
    • 20 years old
    • Drivers license
    • Emergency car access
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

Credentials: -Experienced daycare teacher with 5 years of childcare experience. -Certified in Babysitting as well as CPR, first aid, and AED for babies and adults by the American Red Cross. -Holds a driver's license and has access to an insured vehicle for outings.

Education: -Current nursing student, bringing a strong understanding of child health and safety. -Ongoing coursework in pediatric care and development.

Training: -Extensive background in childcare, specializing in early childhood education. -Skilled in creating engaging and safe environments for children of all ages. -Dedicated to providing attentive and nurturing care during babysitting sessions.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Nature
  • Cooking
  • Writing

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Isabelle Houseman
Arlington, MA

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2024

Babysitter

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Arlington for work.

My credentials

  • General credentials:
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

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Mikayla  Lapp

Mikayla Lapp
Westwood, MA

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Member since: Jul 2024

Babysitter and Dogsitter available

My name is Mikayla Lapp and I am so excited for the opportunity to work with your kids/dogs! I just graduated from Westwood High School and will be attending the University of Vermont in the fall to study Nutrition and Food Sciences with a dietetics concentration. I look forward to getting to know you and your family!

Babysitter $20 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Full-time employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Westwood for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - -

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Public holidays

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 5 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
  • 5 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • 18 years old
    • Drivers license
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

Babysitting: I have extensive experience with kids including: years of babysitting, over 3 summers working at a preschool, Nobles Day Camp CIT. Additionally I am certified in CPR and pediatric first aid. I am 18 and have my drivers licence. I am available during the week and weekends for daytime or evening jobs. I love kids! Please reach out if you are in need of babysitter!

Dogsitting: I’ve had dogs my whole life and am very comfortable with them. I have a strong understanding of dog behaviors and needs. Dogsitting would have to be located at your house, I am unable to bring dogs into mine. Nonetheless, I am confident I will give your dog the TLC they deserve while you are away!

My skills and interests:

  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Fitness
  • Nature
  • Cooking

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Kayla Ortiz

Kayla Ortiz
Malden, MA

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Member since: Oct 2024

My go-to phrase is “Never make your smile disappear, stay happy”

I’m an 18 year old who is experienced in babysitting for 5 years and I plan to continue taking great care of toddlers, infants & children when possible. I will always make sure to do my best in entertainment and keeping kids happy. My ultimate goal is to make new friends in families, especially little friends :) . I am very determined, hardworking and ready to show my capabilities as a hardworking babysitter.

Babysitter, Nanny $18 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Malden for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - -

Day

- - - -

Arvo

- - - -

Eve.

- - - -

Nite

- - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 5 years experience working with children
  • 2 months experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • General credentials:
    • 18 years old
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Languages I can speak: English, Portuguese, and Spanish
    • Email verified

~ High School graduate ~ Singer ~ 9 1/2 years trained in MMA ~ Muay-Thai boxer

My skills and interests:

  • Singing
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Sports
  • Fitness

Contact Kayla For Free

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Babysitting Pay Rates Boston, MA, United States (Nov 2024)

Boston babysitters are paid an average of $19.70 per hour as of November 2024, which is 0.2% lower than the Massachusetts average of $19.74, and 17.8% higher than the United States average of $16.72. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services.
Min Avg Max
Boston:
$17.00 $19.70 $25.00
Massachusetts:
$9.00 $19.74 $35.00
United States:
$0.00 $16.72 $80.00

Rates are calculated weekly from our live member data.
Prices shown in United States dollars (USD)


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Special occasions

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Babysitting difficulties

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Babysitting admin and tax

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