Category Archives: Babysitting and Home Care

Babysitting Opportunity [West Cambridge]

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Job description:

We are looking for a kind, motivated person to pick our two little kids up from school and play with them for a total of 2 hours per weekday afternoon. 
These shifts would be Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 2:30-4:30pm at $30/hour.
You will need your own car (registered and insured) to go pick up our 2 and 4 year old daughters from two different schools and bring them home. Then check if they would like a snack and spend the rest of the time having fun together. (They love being outdoors!)
A quick tidy at the end of your shift is expected, but we highly encourage you to have the kids help clean up their toys.
Though not completely necessary, we lean strongly towards hiring a woman (or female born) for this job.

Job requirements: 

Registered and insured car of your own – clean driving record – prior experience working with small children – motivation, kindness and patience – willingness to tidy up after the kids (the mess that was created while playing)
Pay: $30/hour

Location: West Cambridge

Contact: simbaandrebecca@gmail.com

Afterschool care for 3 boys in Somerville (Davis/Porter)

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We are a family that lives in the teele square area of Somerville.  We are currently looking for reliable afterschool childcare for our 3 boys (ages 6, 6 & 8). 

Details:  The boys would need to be picked up from their school in Porter Square.  They can be walked to our home, local parks or activities. The school and our home are both accessible with public transportation, so driving is not required.

Schedule: Mom works in healthcare and has a variable schedule.  Most needs would be every Monday from 2:30pm-5:45/6pm and sometimes Wednesdays as well from 1pm-5:45/6pm.  On average we would need coverage 1-2 days/week.

Pay:  $25/h with guaranteed 4 hours pay when needed on Mondays and 5 hours guaranteed when needed on Wednesdays.

Contact: email– lamartel@gmail.com or phone- 617-682-9711

Babysitter Needed in Somerville (Near Gilman Square)

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Good morning! My name is Guido De Bartolomeo, and I am the assistant to Head Coach Jason Sachs of the women’s fencing team at Tufts University.

I’m currently looking for a babysitter for my 2-year-old son (he’s 2 years and 5 months old) for about 20 hours a week, in the afternoons. The schedule would be approximately from 3:30pm to 7:30/8:00pm. We are offering an hourly salary between $15-$25, depending on experience.

We live in Somerville, near the Gilman Square stop on the Green Line.

Please feel free to reach out at giorgiagalesso@gmail.com

Best regards,
Guido De Bartolomeo

Afternoon babysitting (Lexington)

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Hi everyone!
We are a young family in Lexington with a fun and engaging 2.5 year old and are expecting our second child in a few weeks! We are looking for someone to babysit our 2.5 year old for a couple afternoons a week during the spring semester while we make the transition to the family of four.

Responsibilities: You would be responsible for our 2.5 year old only. He is super fun and interactive (and is potty trained). Responsibilities would include playing with him, taking him to playgrounds and parks within walking distance (as weather allows), and feeding him a snack.

Hours: 2 afternoons a week from 2:30-6 pm (hours are somewhat flexible and we’re open to 1 or even 3 afternoons for the right candidate!)

Start Date: Flexible! We’d like to start before early February, but we can also start sooner.

Compensation: $20-25/hr, based on experience. Someone with their own transportation is preferred, but we’re open to supplementing travel for the right candidate.

Location: Lexington, MA

Contact: Rachel Bennett at rdenben@gmail.com

Seeking Part-Time Household Help In Central Square (Cambridge)

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Our family of two working parents and two toddlers is seeking part-time help with household management in Central Square.  We are offering 10 guaranteed hours over 2-4 days at $30 / hour.  Must be on the books.  We are very flexible on the number of days/timing of shifts—e.g., mornings, afternoons, or a mix of both, whichever you prefer.  We are looking for help with household tasks including:

  • Laundry
  • Meal prep
  • Tidying up (i.e., light cleaning)
  • Running neighborhood errands (grocery shopping, dry cleaning, etc.)

We live a 2-minute walk from the Central Square T stop on the Red Line.  No car is needed, but street parking (using our visitor parking pass) is available.  You must be comfortable with dogs; we have a large dog who you will not need to care for, but who will be home during the day.  

If you’re interested, please email me at meghanccleary@gmail.com and we can set up a time to chat.  Thank you!

Morning Babysitter Needed (Ball Square, Somerville, near Tufts)

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Hello!

We’re looking for morning help with our two-year-old in Ball Square, Somerville, near Tufts University. The position is for 2-3 days a week, from 6:45 AM to 8:00 AM, starting now and continuing until late May or June 2025. Mondays are required, with flexibility for 1-2 additional days (Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday).

Duties include:

  • Serving a pre-prepared breakfast
  • Playing, reading books, and occasional singing or dancing
  • Managing allergy care (EpiPen) and general supervision

Our son has a history of medical complexity but is stable now, and we’re looking for someone who is detail-oriented and familiar with allergy management.

Requirements:

  • 5+ years of experience with toddlers
  • Up-to-date vaccinations
  • References

We offer guaranteed pay with a two-week cancellation notice for our time off or travel. Pay is $28-32/hour, depending on experience.

If you’re interested or have any questions, please reach out to Molly at +1 415 235 3054.

Thank you!

Babysitter Needed on Wednesdays (Somerville)

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Hello and Happy New Year!

We are looking for a responsible and caring babysitter for our two boys (ages 4 and almost 1) for several hours during the week. We live near Powder House Park in Somerville, very close to Tufts University.

Responsibilities include:

  • Helping get the boys dressed and ready for the day
  • Changing diapers (for the baby)
  • Feeding lunch & snacks
  • Taking them on walks, to the library, and to the playground
  • Ensuring they’re engaged and safe

The ideal candidate is someone with experience caring for babies and toddlers, who enjoys being active, creative, and engaging with young kids. Our older son (almost 4) is very talkative and imaginative, while our younger son (almost 1) is crawling and loves trying new foods.

Schedule:

  • Wednesdays during the day (ideally 4-8 hours)
  • Occasional hours on Mondays or Fridays may also be available

We are flexible on the exact hours, but Wednesday availability is a must!

Pay: $25/hour

If you’re interested, please reach out to me at Lucy Sweeney Kincaid:

Thank you! We look forward to hearing from you.

Lucy

Babysitter Needed for Tuesday/Thursday Afternoons – Winchester, MA

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Hi everyone!

I’m looking for a responsible and fun babysitter for my two kids (ages 6 and 9) on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 1:45 PM to 5:45 PM. The role involves picking the kids up from school, driving them to their appointments, and keeping them entertained in between.

Details:

  • Kids: Fun, funny, and engaging! My son loves to read, and my daughter loves to color and play games. Both are independent and mostly self-sufficient.
  • Hours: Tuesday/Thursday afternoons (1:45 PM – 5:45 PM), with the possibility of adding Monday afternoons. Additional hours available for evenings and weekends.
  • Requirements: Must have a car to drive the kids to and from appointments. We do not allow screen time.
  • Pay: $25/hour + gas money.

If you’re reliable, enjoy working with kids, and can drive, I’d love to hear from you. Please reach out for more details or if you have any questions!

Location: Winchester, MA
Contact: Kara Yeater at kyeater@gmail.com
PO Box 2071
Woburn, MA 01888

Looking forward to hearing from you!

Seeking a 1:1 Aide for Bright 3-Year-Old in Beacon Hill

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Hello, Tufts community!

I’m reaching out to see if any Tufts graduate students are interested in an exciting and rewarding opportunity. I’m the head of an independent school in Beacon Hill, and we’re currently looking for a 1:1 aide for a bright, energetic 3-year-old boy.

Details:

  • Duration: Winter and Spring
  • Schedule: Ideally 5 mornings a week, but we’re flexible depending on availability
  • Role: Provide personalized support for this young child, assisting with daily activities and learning
  • Contract: The child’s family will directly contract with the aide and come to terms of employment

If you’re a graduate student who enjoys working with young children and has experience in early childhood education or special needs, we’d love to hear from you. Please reach out to the following phone numbers if you think you might be a good fit!

Thank you,
David
Head of School, Beacon Hill Independent School

Torit Montessori School (Infant – 6th grade)
300 Cambridge Street / Boston, MA 02114(857) 350-4840 (main) (857) 347-4253 (fax)
toritschool.org