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Caretaker [Cambridge/Newton]

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Description: We have two children aged 8 and 4 and are looking for help 2 to 3 evenings a week. This job includes picking our kids up from school in Cambridge, bringing them home to our house in Newton and spending the evening with them till after dinner time. This job is perfect for a graduate student, a teacher and other roles. Below you will find more specifics on what we are looking for: – A loving caretaker for our two young children. – Car and active driver’s license. We will provide car seats. – Evening activities with the kids. Optional weekend hours are a bonus, but not required. Please reach out if you think we would be a good match – we would love to talk soon. Thank you!

Hours: 2 to 3 times a week. 3:30-7:00pm.

Pay: $20-$24 based on experience.

Start date: ASAP

Location: Cambridge and Newton

If interested please email amenazavery@gmail.com or text me at 5059181265.

Eliot-Pearson Children’s School 26-27 Application and Summer 2026 is now Open!

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The Eliot-Pearson Children’s School is a laboratory-demonstration school at Tufts University. Since 1922, children have always been at the center of everything we do. We strive to provide children with what they need to deepen their sense of self and self-worth. We welcome all families and partner with them to nurture their children and grow as a community. We are licensed through NAEYC and EEC to serve children and families ages 2 years and nine months through age 7.

At EPCS, we have three core values: Anti-bias education, mindfulness, and connection to nature. All of our children are affirmed in who they are and what they can bring to the community through our anti-bias education which promotes awareness, inclusion, compassion, individual and collective voices, and taking action for fairness and equity. Through mindfulness our students learn how to pay attention to what is essential at the moment both indoors and outdoors. In our natural playground, we guide children to settle and grow their awareness of their bodies and surroundings. We commit to fostering children’s wonder and appreciation of our planet, Earth, and deepen their understanding of how their actions and stewardship matter.

Apply for the 26-27 school year here and/or for the Summer 2026 Program here by January 21st to get priority!

If you are interested in learning more please contact us at epcsadmissions@tufts.edu 

Part-time Childcare Needed in Medford (Jan–June/July 2026)

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Description: We are a French family looking for a responsible and respectful person to help us care for our two children (10 and 11 years old) from January through June/July 2026. Both children attend the International School of Boston (ISB) on Matignon Road.

​The Schedule: Weekdays only.
​Morning (occasionally): Drop-off at school by 8:00 AM.
​Afternoon (regularly): Pick-up at 3:30 PM or 5:00 PM (depending on their activities).

​Extracurriculars: Driving them once a week to activities in Cambridge or Medford.
​Work Travel: 1–2 times per month, we travel for business (1 to 4 days during the week). During these times, we need someone to stay at the house to manage evenings, meals, school routines, and walking our dog.
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​Location: We live in a house on Capen Street (Medford), near Tufts University.
​Accommodation: We have a room available if needed.

​Workload: Approximately 10–12 hours per week. No housework required.

​Flexibility: We are happy to be flexible and work around your schedule and priorities.

​We look forward to discussing the terms and details with you in person.

​Contact:
Please text Boris at 617-216-7787 or email borismerlin.us@gmail.com.

Babysitter Needed [Lexington]

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Description: Currently looking for an experienced babysitter to take care of my 1-year-old baby girl 9:30-12:30 Monday through Friday. We’re located in Lexington, MA, just 20 minutes away from Tufts. Ideally we would like someone who is kind, patient and willing to enjoy structured playtime with an energetic 1yo baby. We’ll offer $25/hr.

Contact Grace: cellphone# is 347-416-4211.

Part-Time Babysitter Needed [Somerville]

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Description and Duties: We are looking for a babysitter for our 12 month old son in Somerville for approximately 10-15 hours per week. Mom works from home part-time so may be in the home at times, but you would be taking the lead regardless. Our son is active, social, silly,  and loves playtime and activities could include: play-time at home, walks on the community path to the playground, library, playdates etc. You will be responsible for keeping him on his schedule which depending on the time of day, may include: feeding him   ( bottle or solids that are prepared in advance by parents or by you if agreed upon in advance), changing diaper, putting him down and getting him up for naps, dressing him in weather appropriate clothes for walks. 

Location: Somerville .8 miles from Tufts campus between Magoun and Davis Sq. We live right off the community path and have a parking spot for you. We are a 2 minute walk from the Magoun Sq T stop.  

Schedule: Exact times are flexible, can vary week to week if needed,  but would need to be on Tuesday, Wednesday and/or Thursday. 

Pay: $20-$25 p/hour

Additional: Both parents work in education with combined backgrounds in school counseling,school leadership, early childhood, special education, and behavior analysis. We love meeting and mentoring new educators and would love to be a local resource for you as you advance your career! 

Please contact Erica at ericawyner@gmail.com. We look forward to meeting you! 

Dog Sitter Needed

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Description: Are you in need of housing over the December break or would like to spend time away from campus in a home instead of a dorm? I am looking for a responsible person with some dog experience to dog sit at my home between December 22 and 29. My home is a one bedroom condo close to the Heath Street green line stop in Jamaica Plain.  The location is safe and close to great parks and restaurants. My dog, Claude, is a 70 pound cattle dog/German Shepard blend. He’s extremely friendly and very social. He is equally happy going on park walks and watching TV.   I can pay $300 and load the refrigerator for you.

If you are interested, please email me at harry.bendekgey@tufts.edu and we can arrange to meet.

Childcare Needed [West Medford]

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Description: We are searching for part time childcare help starting immediately or December/January (start date and schedule are flexible) continuing through the end of the school year with option for Summer if desired. Located in West Medford (intersection of Playstead Rd and Winthrop St) about a mile from West Medford Square – there are some public transport options in the area, a car is more convenient for our location. We are welcoming a new baby into the family and could use some extra attention for our funny and sweet 4 yo daughter. 

Schedule: 2-3 afternoons per week from ~2:45p-5:15p. Flexibility here for week to week variability or more or less hours if desired. 

Duties: Pick up our 4yo daughter from school, which is either a ~3 min drive or 15 min walk, car can be provided for pickup or you are welcome to use yours. Play with her at a location of your choosing such as at the library, in our home, playground (weather permitting), etc. A pre approved budget can be provided for some activities upon request.

Rate: Starting at ~$22/hr and up pending experience and level of independence

Benefits can be available and variable depending on mutually agreed upon arrangements.  

Please have references available upon request and send me some info on your preferred schedule at (617) 792 2642 or annezchang@gmail.com

Seeking Qualified Babysitter for Infant [West Medford]

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Description: We have a baby (born December 2024) and would like occasional babysitting. Responsibilities include playtime, feeding, and bedtime. We also have a large dog and taking care of him will neither be required or expected, but we would prefer someone who is not allergic to dogs and who enjoys dogs.

We are located in West Medford close to the Lowell line commuter rail. There is also plenty of parking nearby.

Pay: $20-25/hr
Contact: Hilary bpmhtt@gmail.com