"Amina came and helped us out when our babysitter canceled last minute. She was great with our kids. Even our 11 month old son who has stranger anxiety warmed up to her."
Marie C., parent
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8 available today | Avg hourly rate: $24.49/hr
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Aniyah $25 per hour for 1 child
Hi families! I'm Aniyah, and I'm currently looking for part-time babysitting position. I'm a certified babysitter with First Aid, CPR, and BLS Certifications, and I truly enjoy working with children - whether that's helping with homework, planning fun activities, or keeping routines smooth and stress-free for parents. I also handle Lighthouse cleanup and meal preparation. I'm responsible, patient, and big on safety and communication. My availability is Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 12-6, and I'm open to recurring or Occasional positions or speaking about different times. Please feel free to reach out if you're looking for a sitter and have any questions. Thank you 😊!
Mariana $20 per hour for 1 child
I am college student here at Fisher College looking to help out on my free time. I was a preschool teacher for 1-3 year olds during the summer and I loved working and teaching them. I also have a passion for animals and my whole life I have lived and grown up with dogs and cats. I have a dog named Maia and a cat named Beatrice so any help needed with pets are my expertise. I am very passionate about what I do and want to always provide the best support and help for any client or parents (pet parents too!).
Kathleen $18 per hour for 1 child
Hello! My name is Kathleen, I am a college student here in Boston offering childcare, household, and pet care services. I have a surplus of childcare experience between assistant teaching Dance classes since 2019, head coaching gymnastics for 3 years, and the past three summers I have been an overnight camp counselor. I have worked with kids from ages 4-15 between all three positions. I have a sufficient experience with house and pet sitting. Please feel free to reach out with any questions!
Sarah
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Holbrook, MA
I am in New York City for the summer in the middle of my MSW program at Simmons University. I have extensive experience working with children in a variety of capacities (school counselor, teacher assistant, afterschool assistant, ABA assistant therapist, school social work intern, babysitter) I am a somewhat recent graduate from Boston College with an Applied Psychology and Human Development B.A. I am currently pursuing my MSW at Simmons University and am looking to help families with occasional or part-time babysitting, pet sitting, or other services. If you would like to discuss more, I can forward my resume and/or references. I would love to hear from you :)
Zoe $25 per hour for 1 child
Hi, I’m Zoe! I’m a caring, responsible, and dependable babysitter with experience working with children with special needs, coaching basketball, and teaching cheerleading to young children. I’m patient, energetic, and enjoy creating a safe, supportive, and fun environment. I can help bedtime routines while following each child’s individual needs. Families can count on me to keep their children engaged, comfortable, and well cared for.
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Holbrook, MA?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $24.49
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $29.81
- Typical job length: 4.3 hours
- Most requested times: Afternoon
As of October 2026
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"She was so flexible and came last minute to help out. The house was really neat when I got home and both kids were asleep. Two thumbs up!"
Jenny S., parent
"Thrisa was amazing! Came over last minute and took amazing care of our 11 month old - including bedtime - she's coming back tomorrow :)"
Jesse D., parent
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Holbrook?
As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Holbrook is $24.49 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Holbrook.
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Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?
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