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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

Looking for a Babysitter for Tuesday evenings (East Somerville)

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Hi! I’m a single mom in East Somerville looking for a reliable and caring babysitter/”big sister” type of caregiver for my fourth-grade daughter on Tuesday evenings.

Details:

  • Hours: Tuesdays from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
  • Pay: $20 per hour
  • Duties: Pick up from school, walk home (about 6 minutes), help with dinner (already prepared), assist with homework, and hang out.
  • My Daughter: She plays the flute, loves drawing, and enjoys reading!

I will be out of the house during these hours and would love to set up a Zoom interview followed by a paid trial date (with me at home) to ensure a good fit.

Feel free to reach out if interested!

Contact: Emily
Cell: 617-955-3036

Snow Shoveling Availability (Dec 20–30, 2024)

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Description:
Are you around the Tufts area during the holidays and available for some light snow shoveling? We’re looking for someone to be responsible for snow shoveling at a house off Curtis St., very close to Tufts campus, between December 20 and December 30, 2024.

You will receive a $50 stipend just for being available, and $30 per hour for actual snow shoveling if there is snow to clear. The job includes shoveling the sidewalk and stairs.

Location:
Off Curtis St., near Tufts University

Pay:

  • $50 stipend for availability
  • $30/hour for snow shoveling

Contact:
If you’re interested, please contact Rachel at rachel.brown007@gmail.com or text 617-501-9614.

Home Helper/Occasional Babysitter (Somerville)

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We are a busy family of four seeking some help with laundry and basic household tasks, as well as occasional babysitting. None of this is urgent or time sensitive, so you could come by at a time convenient for you each week (for example: coming by 1-2x a week for an hour or two during the day and help with putting in a load of laundry or two, putting laundry away, helping pickup toys and other stuff around the house, meal prep, etc.)

Location: We are conveniently located in Somerville a block from the Community Bike Path. 

About us: We are a family of four with a 2yo son and 5yo daughter. Dad works in tech and from home each day, Mom is a doctor and works from home 2-3 days a week. 

Pay: $25/hour

Contact: Rachel.whooten@gmail.com 

Babysitting for Infant/Toddler (Somerville)

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We are looking for a babysitter to help with one of our kids, either a 9 month old or a 2.5 year old (just not at the same time, just depends on which day you’re available, which one is home).  Depending on your availability, one day a week for 3 hours. Preference is Monday, Thursday or Friday but open to other days. Opportunities for date nights as well on the weekends. 

We are looking for someone who has experience both with babies and toddlers. Compensation is based on experience $20-$22.

We are located in the hillside neighborhood just off Powderhouse Blvd. Walking distance to Tufts Campus. If interested, please contact:  yesthatclairejoy@gmail.com or text 415-627-7274. Please feel free to email with any questions. 

Occasional Babysitter for 3yo (Ball square, Somerville) – $27 per hour

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We’re looking for an occasional babysitter for our 3 year old daughter Maxine. 

Depending on your availability, it could be after school during the week, or on weekends, for 2 to 3 hours each time. Maxine is 3yo and speaks English and French. We live in Ball square, Somerville. Compensation is $27 per hour.

If interested, please contact: grapinet.arnaud@gmail.com or 781-874-3584

Babysitting 4th Grader (Somerville)

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Local family looking for a regular babysitter for our social & cheerful 9 year-old (4th grade) son. He likes playing and talking about Pokemon, video games, Lego, and chess (among other things).

We usually need 3+ hours starting around 5pm. Some Friday and Saturday availability is a plus.

Responsibilities include making an easy dinner (mac & cheese), homework supervision, light cleanup (dinner dishes) and supervising bedtime prep (with some reading). We also have a small friendly dog who needs minimal care other than getting her kibble for dinner.

Located next to campus, no driving or car required. Opportunity will continue throughout the school year and beyond.

Location: Ossipee Rd & Packard Ave (near Lewis Hall)

Start Date: ASAP

Pay: $25 hourly

Contact: John Marc and Talia imbresciafamily@gmail.com