Category Archives: Babysitting and Home Care

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

Child Care Needed [Winchester]

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Description: We are a loving and empathetic family with two wonderful daughters (ages 6.5 and 4.5), and one tiny dog!

We are looking for a kind and empathetic student who genuinely loves kids to help us in the mornings from approximately 7:45 – 10:00 AM.  Right now, we are hoping for help ~3 days a week, but we can be very flexible! We live nearby in Winchester, MA and are targeting ~$25-30 per hour, but are open to discussion for the right person.  A strong natural fit is most important to us!

A little more on us – We have had a wonderful nanny for 5 years, but now that our youngest is in school, we reduced her hours to just afternoons.  However, we are realizing we could use more help as both my husband and I work full time!

We are hoping for help with the following:

·         Driving our two girls to school

·         Taking our tiny dog for a ~30min walk

·         Occasionally running a light errand (if time allows)

In addition, we are hoping to find someone who can occasionally help play with the girls on “no-school days,” which occur ~once a month. For example, parent-teacher conference days, Veteran’s Day, MLK Day, etc.

If this sounds like a good fit, please contact us!  We would love to meet you.

Contact: Ingrid

Ingrid.goldberg@gmail.com

410-960-5022

After School Caregiver Needed – 3 days a week [Medford]

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Looking for a warm, patient, and dependable caregiver for our 3-year-old son (and occasionally our infant).  

Our energetic and adventurous 3-year-old loves exploring the nearby Fells, playing outdoors in any weather, and building forts both inside and out. He also enjoys helping in the kitchen, especially with baking, and has fun creating imaginative structures with Magna-Tiles and Legos.

Details:

  • Days: Monday–Thursday (at least 3 days/week)
  • Time: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
  • Dates: December 2025 – June 2026 (optional morning, school holiday, and occasional weekend hours available)
  • Location: Medford, near Medford High School/Victory Park

Responsibilities:

  • Welcome our 3-year-old home from preschool and supervise age-appropriate play, crafts, or outdoor activities
  • Prepare and clean up an afternoon snack 
  • Assist with handwashing, bathroom breaks, and light tidying
  • Occasionally help with infant care (higher hourly rate when both children are present)

Compensation: $20 – $25/hour depending on experience

Bonus: Monetary completion bonus for commitment through June 12, 2026

If interested, please text Simonne (802) 373-1597 or email smrmorin@gmail.com

Babysitter Needed [Winchester]

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We are currently looking for an occasional babysitter (2-3 times per month) for our Pre-K (turning 5 in January) daughter.  Babysitting would mainly be in the evening hours on Fridays/Saturdays.

Primary responsibilities would be playing with our daughter (either inside or outside), reading to her, and putting her to bed.  Her bedtime is generally in the 6:30-7pm range and she is able to brush her teeth and get ready for bed on her own – sometimes needing help getting into her jammies.

Also looking for someone that likes pets.  We have 2 cats (no responsibilities for the cats) and a Labrador retriever (would often need to feed him and take him out in yard to go to the bathroom occasionally).

Pay: $25-$30+ per hour

Start date: ASAP and as long as available

Location: Winchester, MA

Contact information: Morgan Wallace – morganbwallace@gmail.com

After-School Caregiver Needed – Wednesdays (Medford, MA)

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Looking for a responsible and caring after-school caregiver for two children (Kindergarten and 3rd grade).

Details:

  • Day: Wednesdays
  • Time: 2:45 PM pickup at Brooks Elementary (Medford) and watch until 6:15 PM
  • Dates: 12/1 – 4/1 (excluding school vacation weeks: 12/24, 12/31, 2/18)
  • Duties:
    • Pick up both children from Brooks Elementary in Medford, MA
    • Feed a snack at home
    • Drive the kids to a 30-minute swim lesson at Goldfish Swim School in Burlington (for one child, but both will accompany)
    • Prepare a quick 10 minute meal for the kids (heat and serve a ready-made meal) 
  • Requirements:
    • Clean driving record and reliable vehicle
    • Non-smoker
    • Strong references
  • Compensation: $30 per hour (negotiable based on experience) 
  • Bonus: Monetary completion bonus for commitment through 4/1

If interested, please text Renee at 978-407-0569 or email Renee.larouche@gmail.com

Occasional Babysitter Needed [Somerville]

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Description: We’re looking for occasional care for our chatty, friendly, and active 3-year-old son who loves to laugh, play trains, and read books. We’re looking for hours on a weekday to fill in when our nanny has appointments, so we can work around class schedules. Also open to evening hours on a Monday after 8:30pm occasionally.

Details: Ball Square, Somerville (1 min from Green Line) • $32/hr+ • Seeking someone experienced with toddlers, reliable, and playful. Comfort learning about EpiPen use and allergies required (experience not necessary).

Contact: Please text Molly 415 235 3054

Afternoon Nanny Needed [Winchester]

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We’re looking for a reliable, caring babysitter/nanny to help with our two daughters (ages 3 and 1) in Winchester, Massachusetts.

Schedule:

  • Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
  • 3:00–5:30 p.m. (approx. 3 hours/day)

Job Details:

  • Pick up our 3-year-old from preschool at 3:00 p.m. in Winchester (5 mins from home)
  • Spend time at home for snack and play or go to a nearby activity (park, library, etc.). Mom will be home M&F in her office. 
  • Around 4:30–4:45 p.m., pick up our 1-year-old from daycare (5 minutes from home).
  • Bring both girls home and stay until about 5:30 p.m., helping with lunch unpacking and light dinner prep.

We’ll provide a car with car seats for all pickups and driving. You just need to be able to get to Winchester.

Our 3 year old is curious and loving. She enjoys dancing, arts and crafts, pretend play, Frozen, and the park. Our 1 year old is a ball of joy who likes snacks and babbling. 

If you’re responsible, enjoy spending time with young children, and are looking for a consistent afternoon position, we’d love to hear from you. 

Contact: Hannah.e.jarrett2@gmail.com

Pay: $25/hr 

Babysitting Our Fun 3 Year Old [Lexington]

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Looking for afternoon care on weekdays and weekends for 3 year-old son. The frequency would be about 3-4 times a month, if not more.

Job Description:

Primary responsibilities would be undertaking appropriate creative/educational/outdoor activities, reading to and with our son, reinforcing appropriate discipline, and tidying play areas. We have two cats who are very friendly and won’t require any monitoring. No housework or meal prep required. We live within a 10 minute walk from Downtown Lexington.

He is adventurous, friendly, creative, and is a ton of fun! He loves playgrounds, trucks and making new friends.

We are looking for someone who enjoys the company of toddlers, warm and kind with an adventurous spirit. A background in child development and/or experience babysitting would come in handy (though isn’t necessary). 

Requested Hours:  Occasional Thursdays and Fridays 3-6 and occasional Saturdays/Sundays from 12-4 or 4-6.

Pay: $20-$25 based on experience.

Start date: ASAP, through the rest of the semester, and hopefully next semester (and next year), too.


If interested, please email cassandre.voltaire@gmail.com or text me at 857-236-9015. Thank you!