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Nevaeh Iadicola
Brockton, MA

Activity summary

Member since: Jul 2024

Babysitter, Parent helper $16 / 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)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 8 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • 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

  • Pet sitting (click for details)
  • Pet training
  • Pet grooming
  • House sitting
  • Yard work
  • Cleaning
  • Tutoring
  • Elderly care

My availability

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

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Brockton 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
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

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

  • 7 years experience working with children
    • First aid training
    • Water safety training
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • General credentials:
    • 17 years old
    • Police check
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

Growing up I played a variety of many sports I enjoy any activities and I have one year left of highschool which I do online school so my schedule is flexible

My skills and interests:

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

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

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Julie Phane Jean
Brockton, MA

Activity summary

Member since: Nov 2024

Babysitter

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)

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

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

My credentials

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

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Caroline Jean
Brockton, MA

Activity summary

Member since: Feb 2023

Babysitter

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Up to 1 child at once

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

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

My credentials

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

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Tatiana Filipa Cruz Monteiro

Tatiana Filipa Cruz Monteiro
Bridgewater, MA

Activity summary

Member since: Dec 2023

looking for summer job to pay my documents ?

i love working with kids and animals and i feel this would be a great job for me

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny, Au pair $19 / 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)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Care for special needs kids
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

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

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 employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Bridgewater 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
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family
  • Live-in with the family

My credentials

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

  • 1 year experience working with children
  • 6 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Have a pet carrier
  • General credentials:
    • 19 years old
    • Drivers license
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English, Portuguese, and Spanish
    • Email verified

My skills and interests:

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

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

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Louisa Keith

Louisa Keith
Westwood, MA

Activity summary

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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Ava Toussaint

Ava Toussaint
Canton, MA

Activity summary

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:
    • 18 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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Abigail Lunetta
Bridgewater, MA

Activity summary

Member since: Nov 2024

Hello I am Abby and I am so excited to meet your beauitful children!

Hi! I’m Abigail, but you can call me Abby. I’m a freshman at Massasoit Community College, diving into my Nursing studies with dreams of becoming a NICU. I bring with me five wonderful years of experience caring for children, from newborns to toddlers. While I usually feel most at ease looking after one little one at a time, I’m always open to taking care of two! Plus, I’m CPR and First Aid certified, which often helps put parents at ease. In my free time, I enjoy baking, going on nature walks, and exploring arts and crafts! Thank you so much for reading this – I’m looking forward to meeting you and your kiddos!

Nanny $20 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Up to 1 child at once

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

Household duties I can do:

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

Other services I can provide

  • House sitting
  • Cleaning
  • Tutoring

My availability

I'm looking for Part-time, Full-time employment.

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

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - -

Day

- - - -

Arvo

- -

Eve.

- -

Nite

- - - - - - -

My credentials

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

  • 1 year experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
  • General credentials:
    • 19 years old
    • Drivers license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

I am presently a freshman at Massasoit Community College, pursuing a degree in Nursing with the aspiration of becoming a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) nurse in the future. I hold certifications in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid. My professional experience includes working in a daycare setting and providing nanny services, and I have been engaged in babysitting since the age of fifteen.

My skills and interests:

  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Cooking

Contact Abigail For Free

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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

Contact Nikaya For Free

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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

Contact Mikayla For Free

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Isabel Schultz

Isabel Schultz
Abington, MA

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Member since: Oct 2024

Welcome message:

My name is isabel, i’m a recent highschool graduate with a passion for working with children & animals-

I have a big family, so I grew up helping with younger cousins and family friends, which over time created a passion for working with children. I adore children of all ages, and they seem to have a magnetism towards me, which makes watching them a wonderful experience on both ends. I am willing to help with homework, cleaning, cooking, bathing, laundry, and obviously keeping them occupied with fun yet enriching activities. I am open to working with any dietary restrictions (whether it be allergies or simply picky eating), so if two children want two different meals, I am completely fine with accommodating to those needs. I find children’s presence comforting and i would love to give back and help any families in need of an extra hand.

As for pets- I grew up with cats and a dog, and I also had a bunny when i was younger whom i adored. I’ve had pets my whole life and i cannot imagine a world without them. Similar to kids, animals have an innocent and curious nature to them which i find extremely comforting and would love any opportunity to help any pet parents out there with less time on their hands than desirable for their fur babies. Once again, I am willing to clean, groom, prepare meals, and provide fun yet enriching activities to satisfy whatever needs your pet has.

I have genuine love for this field of work, and I make sure i put my heart into everything i do when it comes to little ones- whether it be fur babies or real children.

Babysitter, Parent helper $18 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • 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
  • Full meals
  • 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

  • Pet sitting (click for details)
  • Pet grooming
  • House sitting
  • Cleaning
  • Tutoring
  • Elderly care

My availability

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

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Abington 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
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs

My credentials

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

  • 2 years experience working with children
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • 18 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • 18 years old
    • Police check
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

I have a big family, so I grew up helping with younger cousins and family friends, which over time created a passion for working with children. I genuinely find joy from looking after little ones and i am willing to accommodate to all different needs- including a specific diet, help with homework, bathing, laundry, dishes, etc.

As for pets- I grew up with cats and a dog, and I also had a bunny when i was younger whom i adored. I’ve had pets my whole life and I cannot imagine a world without them. once again, I am willing to work with specific diets and routines, as well as I am willing to groom, vacuum, do laundry, etc.

I have genuine love for this field of work and I make sure i put my heart into everything i do when it comes to little ones- whether it be fur babies or real children.

My skills and interests:

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

Contact Isabel For Free

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Babysitting Pay Rates Brockton, MA, United States (Dec 2024)

Brockton babysitters are paid an average of $18.50 per hour as of December 2024, which is 6.8% lower than the Massachusetts average of $19.86, and 10.4% higher than the United States average of $16.75. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services.
Min Avg Max
Brockton:
$16.00 $18.50 $20.00
Massachusetts:
$9.00 $19.86 $35.00
United States:
$0.00 $16.75 $80.00

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


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One of the most common questions parents have about babysitting is how much they should pay their sitter. In this section, we look at the many factors that influence babysitter pay including your geographic location, age and experience of the sitter, age and number of children, and specific job requirements.

How to vet babysitting candidates

Once you have a shortlist of the best babysitters you can find, the next step is to vet them further to make sure they are who they say they are and the skills and qualifications they claim to have are valid. Follow our guides on checking babysitter references and running background checks.

Babysitting job expectations

Babysitting jobs come with a lot of expectations from both sides, in this section we look at the common things that babysitters and parents anticipate and how good communication is critical to maintaining a good working relationship where everyone knows what is expected of them.

Special occasions

There are several key dates and events throughout the year when babysitters are in hot demand, read our guides below to give you an advantage over other families who are competing with you for the best babysitters.

Babysitting difficulties

Babysitting is not always easy for sitters or parents but it should always be safe. In this section, we reveal some key warning signs that you should be looking out for to ensure that your kids are safe and being lovingly looked after whenever you're away. We also discuss the things you can, and cannot do if you suspect something may be wrong.

Babysitting admin and tax

Hiring a babysitter comes with extra responsibilities and duties because you are an employer. In this section, we discuss the various admin tasks that may be asked of you such as writing babysitting references for past employees and we also cover how this can affect your tax.