Babysitter [Medford/Malden]

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

Nanny Needed [Medford]

Description: We are a family in Medford (Dad is Tufts Alum) looking for an energetic, dependable Nanny for our two children (ages 7 and 5). Children will need to be picked up from Brooks School and watched until the completion of the work day. Mom primarily works from home and will be in a separate part of the house. Afternoon activities may include snack time, playing at home / in the neighborhood, taking kids to afternoon activities (e.g., dance, gymnastics, etc.), visiting the library. 

What: Afternoon babysitter 

When: 2-4 days / week, flexible on which days; 2:30 – 5:30PM; ideal candidate will start in end of October (we can be flexible around school breaks, exam weeks, and next semester schedule)

Where: West Medford

Rate: $27/hour

Contact: Please reach out to Amy.Brown.Weber@gmail.com for more information 

Babysitter Needed [Arlington]

Description: We are looking for a part time after school sitter to pick up our two lovely children, age 8 and 6 from school in Arlington Heights.  Monday pick up is 2:30pm and I will be home by 4:30pm and Wednesday pick up is 1:00pm and I’ll be home 4:30pm.  The kids’ school is 2.5 blocks away so you can walk or drive to pick them up.  Both kids are social, outgoing, love sports, reading, art etc.    It is easiest to get to us by car.  The kids usually like to stay at the school park to play if weather is nice.  Pay between 25-30/hr.  Please email ckchan916@gmail.com.  Thank you!!

Friday Afternoon Babysitting [Somerville]

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

  1. 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. 
  2. When: Friday afternoons, 3:30pm – 5:30pm, beginning ASAP. Potential to add Monday in late October.
  3. Where: Bus stop, park, library, and our house are all a 10 minute walk from Davis Square. No car required.
  4. 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 and your availability on Fridays (and Mondays!).

Babysitter Needed [Somerville]

Looking for an afternoon babysitter for two children, ages 4 and 2.

Responsibilities: Keeping the kids safe, cared for, entertained, and providing a light snack (no meal prep required). Could stay in the house, use the backyard, or walk to a local playground. Help the kids clean up any messes and tidy up any toys/games that were used during that time.  

Location: We live in Winter Hill right near Magoun Square. 

When: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4-6pm.

Pay: $25-30/hr, depending on experience

Contact: If interested please email davis.whitneym@gmail.com (Whitney) with details of your experience

Tutoring Opportunity

I am looking for a tutor/tutors for my two children, ages 10 and 13 (they are in 5th and 8th grade in the Somerville public school system). 

For my 10 year old girl, we are looking for someone to reinforce math skills with her. She gets flustered during class time and would like a little extra practice/reinforcement. We would like to start meeting 1x week, Tuesday or Thursday anytime after she gets out of school (2:30 PM) until 4 or 4:30. 

My 13 year old son has ASD1 and ADHD and is often behind on school work. He could use some supervision/guidance getting work done (ELA and SS are particularly tough for him but sometimes he needs help in math as well). He also could use some assistance making schedules and routines for himself. He enjoys computer programming so someone with a knowledge base in that would be a plus, but not necessary. Tuesday or Thursday are also ideal, 1 hour at a time. 

Ideally this would be the same person, who would work with my daughter for an hour, then my son for another hour. We can start with one day a week and possibly work up to two if it feels right. I can offer $30/hr.

We live on Willow Ave in Somerville, between Davis and Ball Sq

If you are interested please contact me at afolland@gmail.com

Babysitting Opportunity

Looking for an occasional babysitter for my three kids. We have an 11 year old, 8 year old, and 6 year old who love sports, art, music, reading, and board games.

We are interested in a babysitter for occasional weekend nights. Both parents also work outside of the home including some nights and weekends so would also be looking for occasional weeknight evening or weekend day help.

Babysitting would be for all three (although the 11 year old is pretty self sufficient!) or sometimes the younger two.

We live in Winchester and you would need your own transportation.

Pay: $25 per hour, negotiable depending on experience or added responsibilities

Contact: Kate Michener, khmichener@gmail.com if interested

Babysitter Needed For 3 Children [Cambridge]

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

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

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.

After School Driver Needed [Medford – Cambridge]

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