Category Archives: Babysitting and Home Care

Babysitter Needed [Medford/Malden]

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Details: Babysitting/in home care for our 2.5 year old son who loves to play and spend time with others! He is very friendly, social, sweet, and has all developmental milestones. He is very verbal and independent for 2.5 yrs old making it easy to communicate his wants and needs. 

We live in a single family home with a fenced in yard, across the street from a lovely public park with walking paths and a beautiful pond. In the spring it is known for all the ducklings and goslings that wander around. Additionally, we live .3 miles from another park with a child’s playground, basketball court, tennis courts, and sports fields. We also live within walking distance from coffee shops, restaurants, Medford Target, and many more stores.

Our son loves spending time outside (weather permitting). In addition to playing with our son during this time, you will be responsible for monitoring him and giving him provided snack/meals. (We have all snack/lunches prepared for sitters so it is easier, you simply just have to give it to him when he is hungry and monitor him so he eats his food safely.)

Both my husband and I work remotely so will be upstairs the majority of the time. With the exception of occasionally leaving the house to run errands, to the gym, or work related trips. (we try our best to stay out of the way but are around to assist if needed. (e.g Babysitter needs a break/take a lunch, we can come down to provide relief) 

Job requirements: A car to travel to our home, previous babysitting experience (references upon request), familiarity with dogs (we have a family dog who is 11yrs old, VERY FRIENDLY, LOVES PEOPLE) and should be open to changing pull ups (can also teach this skill as we did with 2 other babysitters from Tufts last year but it should be noted we are about to potty train so this is not a requirement! CPR certification is a plus but not required! 

Hours: Flexibility if needed/lets chat! Primarily we are looking to provide 4-5 hours of childcare, primarily between the hours of 9-1 on Tuesdays and Thursdays. We would be open to sitters that are open the entire 9-5 slot on Tuesdays as well. Can be flexible around class schedules or practices if needed, just need notice to accommodate work schedules. 

Location: Our house is nestled in between the Medford/Malden town line (approx 10 min drive from campus) 

Pay: $21/hr

Contact: Marissa McDonough
email : mcdepaolo@gmail.com

Babysitter Needed For 3 Children [Cambridge]

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Description: We have 3 active and engaging kids (ages 6-10) who need help to coordinate afterschool activities, homework, or just unwinding at home or nearby park. The job entails picking them up from the bus stop (1 block from our home) and bringing them to our house. Our ideal is someone who can commit to all 5 days but if not, we have had success coordinating 2 babysitters who collectively fill the week so even if you have a few days please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Our ideal applicant is highly organized and can feel like extended family. We are looking to develop close relationships with our kids. A driver’s license and good driving record is a must. We prefer someone who has a car (gas money included in pay) but that is not a requirement, and is a non-smoker with a college degree or is in college or graduate school.

Location: North Cambridge

When: M-F 3:30-6:30p

Pay: $29-35 depending on experience

Contact: If interested, please send email to bwcarey@gmail.com with details on your experience

Occasional evening and/or weekend sitter [near Powderhouse/Packard]

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Seeking occasional evening and/or weekend sitters for our 3 boys (ages 7, 4, and 1.5) less than 0.25 miles from campus, near Powderhouse/Packard.

Duties include playing with and reading to kids, dinner (will provide), diapering for youngest, and bedtime. All kids are usually in bed for the night by 8! Weekend sitting may involve walking/scooting with kids to nearby parks. No driving/travel required. FYI we have 2 cats, no pet care involved.

When: 2-3 x per month, usually 5:30-9:30pm, potentially daytime weekend hours if desired. Specifically looking for October 7 and 17th evenings but also seeking sitters for future dates TBD.

Pay: $30/hr

Contact: shappell.eric@gmail.com with questions or to set up a call, 1+ reference preferred.

Evening babysitter who can drive children to activities (Magoun Square)

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Looking for an evening babysitter for our 2 kids (ages 11 and 8) who can pick up children from school (Cambridge) and drive them home or to their afterschool activities. Need a minimum of twice per week (~4:30 pm to 6:30 pm), flexibility with days of the week. Requires a clean driving record and ability to drive in Somerville and surrounding towns (Cambridge, Newton, Arlington, etc). No need to cook or clean (besides light clean-up from food/games during babysitting time). No pets or other responsibilities.

Pay: $23+/hr commensurate with experience. 

Contact: If interested, reach out to Laura via text 617-838-1978.

2-Week Childcare Opportunity available (Medford)

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In need of childcare support from 9/8 to 9/19.

Schedule as below:

9/8-9/9: 1-6 pm

9/10-9/19: 3-6pm (weekday only)

The job is to take care of my almost 5 year old little girl. Pick her up from her pre-school at Medford, spend time with her either at local playground, library or at our home until I return from work. Must be able to drive.

Pay: $28/hour

Contact: nanqin827@gmail.com if interested.

After School Driver Needed [Medford – Cambridge]

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Description: Looking for someone with a reliable car and good driving record to transport our 11 year old from Medford to after school French classes in Cambridge and back home again (or to other activities depending on the season). The hours are 3-6pm on Tuesday and Thursday.

Benefits include guaranteed hours and approximately 90 minutes of free time while the class is in session. Pay rate is negotiable.

We’d love to find one person who can work the full shift on both days, but we will consider applicants who can only work one day or can only do drop off.

Contact: Sarah Florenz, 339-221-0362, sflorenz@gmail.com

Seeking help in Spring Hill Somerville weekday mornings

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Pay: $18-20 per hour

Description: We are looking for someone to come in the mornings for around an hour to do some very simple tasks! Between 730 and 830 but we have some flexibility. We have an infant so looking for someone with good references who is reliable. 

Tasks include: 

1.) Put clothes in dryer if I started washer. 2)fill water bottles 3) unload dishwasher/dish drainer 4.) start rice cooker 5.) start boiling milk (for chai), 6.) prep baby meal area and take out her food for breakfast 7.) Reload diaper bag and put in car, let us know if we are running out of diapers. Reload diaper bag in stroller. 8.)inventory of what’s in fridge downstairs. 9.) Bring diaper bag for laundry upstairs if full. 9) water plants (once a week) 10.) other similar things

If you have experience caring for infants we can also talk about a few hours of that for the afternoons but if you dont and just want to do the above that would also be really helpful!

Contact: lhope25@proton.me

Tuesday Afternoon Babysitting [Near Davis Sq]

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Tufts alum seeking an experienced sitter for 4 year old and 7 year old. 

What: Pick the kids up from the bus, take them to the playground or library (both adjacent to the bus stop), bring them back to our house. 

When: Tuesday afternoons, 3:30pm – 5:30pm, beginning September 16

Where: Bus stop, park, library, and our house are all a 10 minute walk from Davis Square. No car required.

Rate: We pay $25-28 an hour based on experience. 

    Potential for additional evenings/weekends if we’re a good fit for each other. 

    If you’re interested please email us at vidalkiddocare@gmail.com and tell us about your babysitting experience.

    Occasional Babysitter [Medford]

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    Description: Family of 5 in Medford looking for an occasional afternoon, evening, and/or weekend babysitter. We have three kids (2 yo, 6yo, 9yo). They like to play outside, play card games, do arts and crafts, imaginative play. All three get along well. The older two girls often will play together and don’t need as much from a sitter (but still love to play w babysitters).

    Both parents work in schools so we sometimes need help if we both have school commitments that day. That might involve dinner prep and bedtime. It could also mean driving to or from a kid’s activity. We are also looking for folks who may be available for a date night or weekend day when needed.

    Dates: The first two immediate dates we’re looking for are September 16, 5-7:45pm and September 20, 6:30-9:30pm.

    Pay: $20-25 depending on experience and how many kids are being cared for.

    Location/Transportation: You would need your own transportation. Having your own car is a plus because we may need help picking kids up sometimes but it is not a requirement. We are located about a half mile from Medford Square.

    Contact: Melanie Kessler at kaymelanie@gmail.com if you are interested.

    Babysitter Needed [Woburn]

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    Description: Looking for a dependable babysitter to provide before-school care for our 3-year-old five days a week starting after Labor Day.  

    Our ideal candidate is someone responsible, experienced, and eager to have fun with our energetic kiddo.  A reliable car and clean driving record are necessary.  

    The responsibilities include:

    • Finish getting ready for the day (i.e. tooth brushing)
    • Engage with play and activities
    • Drive 5 mins from Woburn to Winchester
    • Do drop off at preschool in Winchester center (Wisdom Tree Children’s Center). Our daughter loves going to school, and drop offs are generally easy.

    Pay: $25/hour 

    Schedule: 7:15-8:15 a.m., 5 days a week, for the 25-26 school year

    Contact: nolan.jamielee@gmail.com with questions or interest, hope to hear from you soon!