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Astrid
Booked by 2 repeat families
4 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 8 families in West Roxbury, MA

Hi families! My name is Astrid. I began my childcare journey at just 19 years old. I helped out as an assistant teacher in my mother Montessori daycare for 5 years. I then went on to be a career nanny with a 4 year gap starting in 2020 due to the pandemic. In my years of being a nanny, I have taken several college courses in child psychology and development. My approach to child care is heavily influenced by the Montessori philosophy, letting the child’s mind guide me into caring for them. I have extensive experience with children from 3 months old to 6 years old. I am passionate about what I do and would love an opportunity to prove it to you.

Astrid was great with my son. He was comfortable with her right away. She took him to the park and got him to bed without a problem.

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Stephanie
Booked by 49 repeat families
57 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 105 families in West Roxbury, MA

Hello, my name is Stephanie and I am a current Teacher in Boston. I graduated from UMB majoring in Early childhood Education and English as my bachelors and Elementary Education as my Masters. I’ve been babysitting since I was 14 with nieces, nephews, friends little siblings and even my coaches kids. I have experience ranging from infants all the way to 13 year olds. I can help with homework, cooking food and creating a positive environment for your kids. I’m also pet friendly and have taken care of pets in the past! Outside of urban sitter I’m a full time classroom teacher which has helped me be more concious of creating a safe space and helped me take pride in my work with Restorative Justice practices. I hope to hear from you soon!

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Molly
Booked by 2 repeat families
2 reviews
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in West Roxbury, MA

I have several years of experience providing reliable babysitting, cat sitting, and house sitting services. My passion for working with children led me to spend this past summer at a daycare clinic, where I gained valuable experience caring for children with autism. This opportunity deepened my understanding of children’s unique needs and reinforced my commitment to fostering a safe, nurturing environment for them. I will always do everything in my power to ensure both children and parents feel comfortable and confident in my care.

Molly is great! She is reliable and professional. My two children are very different - one is outgoing and extroverted and the other is cautious and slow to engage. Molly intuitively understood what each of them needed and helped them both get comfortable with her. My kids have already asked me when she is coming over again.

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Madeline
Booked by 4 repeat families
6 reviews
$32 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 7 families in West Roxbury, MA

Hi there! My name is Madeline (aka Maddie). I have 10+ years of childcare experience, ranging from infants to young adolescents (ages 4 months to 12 years). I am fully COVID-19 vaccinated and pediatric CPR + first aid certified. I hold a Master’s degree in Child Study & Human Development from Tufts University. While at Tufts, I worked as a Teaching Fellow at the Eliot-Pearson Children’s School where I co-taught in the 5-7 year old classroom. Fun fact about me: I’ve lived abroad in Budapest, Hungary :)

Maddie was so wonderful! She jumped right in and our daughters adored her. We can’t wait to work with Maddie again soon!

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Jessica
Booked by 1 repeat family
2 reviews
$27 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in West Roxbury, MA

My name is Jessica, and I’m 28 years old. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education and over six years of experience caring for children of all ages which gave me valuable hands-on experience with child development and daily family routines. I consider myself an active, patient, organized, honest, kind, creative, and loving person. I enjoy spending time outdoors, traveling, and connecting with nature. As a nanny and babysitter, I love planning fun and meaningful activities such as arts and crafts, dancing, painting, board games, nature walks, and more. I truly enjoy supporting children’s growth through playful and engaging experiences. I’m also a native Spanish speaker, and if you’re interested, I’d be happy to introduce your children to the Spanish language through songs, stories, games, and everyday conversation. Currently, I work with a wonderful family with three kids during the week and have been with them for the past two years. They would be happy to provide references. I’m now looking for occasional babysitting opportunities in the evenings and on weekends. I genuinely enjoy spending time with children, helping with bedtime routines, and keeping things tidy and comfortable for families. Thank you for visiting my profile. I look forward to meeting you and your little ones soon!

Jessica was amazing and helped us feel very comfortable leaving our son in her care. She was prompt and very caring with our one year old who bonded with her immediately!

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Can I find babysitters for after school care in West Roxbury?

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

Yes. Families in West Roxbury 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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