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50 available babysitters in Dedham, MA

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Carla Mattapan
$25 per hour for 1 child

Hi, my name is Carla, and I offer child care, senior care, pet care, and household services. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old and have worked as a nanny for over five years. I have experience caring for newborns, infants, toddlers, and older children (ages 0-13). My responsibilities have included driving children to and from school, organizing crafts, providing tutoring, preparing meals and snacks, and managing bedtime routines. I have worked with families in my community and the greater Boston area, helping to strengthen their connections. In addition to child care, I also work as a household assistant. I can cook, clean, and run errands. I have cared for my grandparents, so I am comfortable with senior care. I can prepare meals, drive to appointments, and assist with other tasks as needed. I love animals! I am comfortable caring for dogs and cats of all sizes. I have experience with dog walking and assisting with physical rehabilitation for pets. Through my years of experience with different family situations, I have learned that patience is key. Staying calm, actively listening, and being compassionate are essential qualities in my work.

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Isabella
Booked by 12 repeat families
13 reviews
Quincy
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 27 families in Dedham, MA

I have experience working with school age children age 5-13. I have experience with infants as well as toddlers. I also have my own child who is 8 years old and raised him mostly on my own since infancy. I also have 13 years experience working with the elderly in a home care setting. I have had pets before too and love animals so I love pet sitting as well. I currently live pet free, but don’t mind watching your lovely companion. I am CPR/First Aid certified as well as have my EEC certification and recent CORI check done. I also have experience working with special needs children that have autism and other disorders.

Isabella was wonderful! My toddler loved her and was comfortable with her right away. She took my toddler out on many outdoor adventures and kept her safe, happy, and entertained!

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Allison
Booked by 7 repeat families
9 reviews
Boston
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 19 families in Dedham, MA

Hi there! I'm Allie, and I'm a Boston-based college professor and professional actor. I’m currently on summer break and available for short-term childcare opportunities! A bit about me—I moved to Boston to pursue my MFA in Theatre Education at Emerson College, but before that I lived in New York City, where I worked as a full-time nanny (and professional actor!). I have over ten years of childcare and children's education experience, and I'd love to meet you and your family. As a babysitter, I understand that every child and family is unique. I specialize in working with school-age children, children with severe allergies, children of LGBTQ+ families, high net worth families, and children with extra support needs (Prader-Willi syndrome, autism, ADHD, dyslexia, anxiety disorder, mood regulation disorder). I work carefully with parents to create a customized care plan to help their children thrive socially, emotionally, and academically. And as a professional actor, I also love to have fun and encourage imaginative play! My full resume and references are available upon request. I look forward to connecting with you soon!

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Megan
Booked by 10 repeat families
13 reviews
Boston
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 23 families in Dedham, MA

Hello! My name is Megan and I have a PhD in Child Clinical Psychology. I am new to the Boston area and would love to connect with a few families for date night / weekend babysitting. I have 15+ years experience babysitting kids 6 months and older. I'm a positive, reliable, and flexible person. I've fostered many incredible relationships with families over the years and would love the chance to meet yours!

Megan was super sweet. She easily accommodated our needs since we were in a hotel room for a wedding! Kiddo was safe and happy!

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Rashida
Booked by 19 repeat families
12 reviews
Boston
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 23 families in Dedham, MA

Hello Families! My name is Rashida and I am a native Bostonian. I am a licensed and experienced Child Care Professional. I have over 20 years of teaching experience and child care experience and I love working with children! I have my Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education and I am infant, toddler, preschool lead teacher qualified and director qualified. I love working with children because I enjoy helping them learn, discover and grow. Seeing and helping infants and toddlers reach new milestones and watching and giving preschoolers and early learners tools to discover the world around them is a joy and is exciting to see. For the past 2 years I have also been teaching Early Childhood trainings and enrichment classes to Educators. The program is in partnership with statewide EEC programs. I am available to provide child care in Boston and in the Greater Boston area. I look forward to meeting and speaking with you!

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What does a babysitter do?

Babysitters supervise children and keep them safe while you're away. Depending on your needs, they may also help with meals, bedtime, homework, light cleanup, school pickup, or activities.

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Can I find babysitters for after school care in Dedham?

Yes. Families often use UrbanSitter for after school care, including pickup, homework help, tutoring, and early evening coverage. You can filter for babysitters who are willing to drive or have their own car.

Can I find babysitters for evenings, weekends, or extended hours in Dedham?

Yes. Families in Dedham use UrbanSitter for date nights, weekend plans, extended hours, and other scheduling needs. You can review each sitter's availability and experience to find someone who fits your hours.

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