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Farrel E.

  • 3 years paid experience
  • 9 miles
Farrel E., Child Care in Acton, MA 01720 with 3 years of paid experience

Hello, my name is Farrel Ekau. I am from Waianae, Hawaii, 24 years-old, recently graduated from the Air Force Academy with a degree in Biochemistry. I am now stationed at Hanscom Air Force base as an acquisitions officer. Growing up, I would always take care of my baby cousins and my culture required detailed care. Soon thereafter I found myself volunteering for disabled children as well as babysitting for families allover Hawaii, Colorado, and Florida. I love kids and want to make a positive impact on children, their education, and their overall view of life. I believe that life is short so love should be at the forefront of every interaction.

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$18–50/hr

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5.0

Sarah H.

Farrel is reliable, punctual, responds quickly, and communicates well. I had an excellent experience having Farrel babysit for me.

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Nicole R.

  • 10 years paid experience
  • 11 miles
Nicole R., Child Care in Acton, MA 01720 with 10 years of paid experience

Hi Families! I currently work in marketing but have experience has both a nanny, babysitter and camp counselor. I have experience with children infant-15 years old. I am also a mom myself to a 4 year old boy! I'm available for date night sitting and morning school drop off. Feel free to message me with any questions you may have!

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$25–35/hr

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5.0

Tiffanyy P.

Wonderful

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Sandra W.

  • 28 years paid experience
  • 4 miles
Sandra W., Child Care in Acton, MA 01720 with 28 years of paid experience

Are you looking for an occasional sitter? A summertime sitter? I’m a full time art teacher during the school year. I’m seeking occasional sitting positions and summer time sitting positions. Perhaps you need a date night or just need an occasional night out. I have CPR, first aid and epi pen training. I have raised my son and also two step daughters who are now adults. I had been a lifeguard when I was 16, of course all that training is expired, but I feel that those life experiences stay with you. I look forward to hearing from you. I am vaccinated for Covid-19

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$25–28/hr

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5.0

Nikki D.

We met Sandie at the beginning of the pandemic through Dumpling, which is a personal shopping app. She was our food shopping angel during Covid and 2 years later not only does she still shop for us, but we have her occasionally babysit our 4 year old who loves Sandie! Flexible, thorough, and just all around a nice person.

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Joan M.

  • 20 years paid experience
  • 13 miles
Joan M., Child Care in Acton, MA 01720 with 20 years of paid experience

Hi! I am a married. I have recently retired from Special Ed Assistant teacher job.I  have babysat children from infants to teenagers. I also have 2 grandchildren. They are two boys.One of whom is 6 and the other is 5 years old. I watch them occasionally and enjoy them very much!I am full of energy and I am passionate ,dedicated woman who puts all my effort in any job that I take on. I am looking for an occasional babysitting job. I have excellent references! Sincerely, Joan McKenzie

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$25–30/hr

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Josephine B.

Joan babysat for my 5 and 2 year old recently. I could tell that the safety and comfort of the kids is a priority for her. Joan is also very reliable; I got the impression that she is the type who always shows up on time and keeps her commitments. I've had a couple experiences in the past where a babysitter is happy to show up if it is rainy or cold outside but as soon as the weather is nice, they text you and say they have a family matter. I'm confident that you won't have to worry about this with Joan; she even showed up on a holiday weekend when it was sunny and in the 80's. If you are looking for someone more mature who will not be texting her friends, inviting people over, etc while she is watching the kids, then I would highly recommend getting in touch with Joan.

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Sara H.

  • 18 years paid experience
  • 8 miles
Sara H., Child Care in Acton, MA 01720 with 18 years of paid experience

Have over 15 years experience caring for children. Newborns through teens Several great references Safe reliable vehicle Can help with housework, dishes, kids laundry, pets, etc.

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$26–29/hr

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Paige C.

Sara has been such an amazing addition to our family over the last year. She has cared for our infant daughter who adores her. She helped us navigate our daughters changing needs, teething, sleep schedules, and more. She is incredibly proactive and jumps in to help out whenever needed which has been such a huge help. She has also been so flexible with all of the changes throughout the pandemic which made navigating the unique work and school changes much easier! We are so sad to no longer have her with us but we know she will be able to provide amazing care for another family!

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Alexandra A.

  • 20 years paid experience
  • 12 miles
Alexandra A., Child Care in Acton, MA 01720 with 20 years of paid experience

My name is Alexandra I'm Brazilian I've lived here for 22 years I've been working with children for 20 years I have some references from families I've worked with. I love dogs mine died last year , at church I take care of children too , I drive and I have never had an accident , I drive everywhere I have never been fired from any job and I love children . I’m working Chelmsford public school in morning

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$27–35/hr

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Stephanie S.

Alexandra is wonderful! We use her all the time- reliable, great with kids and also willing to help out around the house with small tasks as needed!

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Allison C.

  • 16 years paid experience
  • 15 miles
Allison C., Child Care in Acton, MA 01720 with 16 years of paid experience

Editing: This view is only visible to you Dashboard nanny AC Allison C. (0) This user has verified their identity This user has an active background check This user does not have an active enhanced background check This user does not have an active vehicle background check This user has CPR training This user has First Aid training Add safety check 14 years of experience Belmont, MA 35–42/hr Edit Profile AC $ 35–42/hr (0) Edit Profile About Allison C. Edit Hello Families, I am Allison, I grew up in Cambridge, I am 37 years young. I have 16 years' experience; I have a Montessori based teaching style. Childcare is a huge passion of mine. Helping cultivate children's development, growth, and building their interests is priority. Instilling confidence, self-awareness, and sense of safety and love are vital. I mold my teaching style to each family and child's needs to provide the best learning environment for them. Every child and family have different needs and goals which I work with as a unit, it takes a village right! I have experience with at home private care, as well as center-based care. I have worked a Bright Horizons for most of my center-based carrier, though the Rock and Roll Daycare was my favorite school to teach at which was music based. I love music, art, and culture. I love to play all kinds of music and read books with different cultures, growing an early understanding that it is a big world with so many different cultures and people is something to start off early with I believe.

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$26–32/hr

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Abby S.

Alli has been an absolute godsend to our family. When my husband and I moved to Concord at the tail end of the COVID pandemic, we were overwhelmed with the challenge of finding reliable childcare. I had just returned to work after maternity leave with our second child, and Alli was able to step in seamlessly from day one. It quickly became clear that Alli’s superpower is working with children. Our two-year-old son and three-month-old daughter connected with her immediately. She handled early challenges—like our daughter refusing bottles—with calm confidence and patience, all while navigating a full-time, work-from-home household. Remarkably, our daughter began taking bottles on Alli’s very first day. Over the past four years, Alli has truly become part of our family. She has supported our children through every stage of their development with thoughtfulness and care. From managing nap schedules (and sleep regressions) to guiding potty training, school pickups and drop-offs, and helping build early reading and math skills, Alli approaches every aspect of her role with intention. She consistently creates engaging, age-appropriate activities and makes it a priority to get the kids outside and active in all seasons. She is more than just a caretaker; she is a teacher and friend. What sets Alli apart most is her deep commitment to the children in her care. Our son has severe food allergies, and Alli has always been exceptionally diligent—carefully managing his meals and ensuring his EpiPen is always on hand. She is a fierce advocate for our children’s safety and well-being, and we have complete trust and peace of mind when they are with her. As our youngest begins school, we are sadly transitioning away from full-time care. We cannot recommend Alli highly enough—she brings warmth, reliability, and a rare level of dedication that will be deeply missed by our family.

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Kylie M.

  • 9 years paid experience
  • 7 miles
Kylie M., Child Care in Acton, MA 01720 with 9 years of paid experience

Hi! I'm Kylie Marshall, I am a senior at UMASS Boston. I am 22 and live in Sudbury, MA. My college courses are all virtual, which gives me a lot of flexibility for work! | Experience | - 9 years of babysitting/nannying (2 months - 12 yrs) - 3 summers of camp counseling (4 yrs - 15 yrs) - 7 years of lifeguarding (all ages) - 7 years of swim instructing (3 months - 15 yrs) - 5 years as a team swimming coach (6 yrs -16 yrs). - Most recently, My most recent employment has been working with a 2 month old, 1.5 year old, and a 4 year old girls as their nanny! | Certification | - First Aid - AED - CPR - Lifeguarding - Water Safety Instruction - EMT License in progress | Approach to Childcare | My greatest strength in this line of work is being able to make anything fun. I have a ton of energy, especially for things like going outside, running around, and playing imaginative games. I also like to make space for creativity and expression with art, crafts, and music. Nourishing a child's free spirit is especially important to me. I like to support and teach where I can while also making sure to leave room for independence and exploration. Helping kids establish their autonomy and learn to set boundaries is important to me. I encourage a gentle and kind attitude toward the self and others. My goal is always to find a way to make every day memorable, and to connect with the kids I work with in a way that fosters genuine trust and love. It is an honor to get to be one of their grown ups and to watch them grow into who they are! I am excited to find a family that I can work with long-term and form genuine connections with!

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$25–30/hr

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5.0

Jamie S.

Kylie was great!

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Lara P.

  • 8 years paid experience
  • 14 miles
Lara P., Child Care in Acton, MA 01720 with 8 years of paid experience

Experienced and devoted nanny with 6 years of child care and 4 years of nannying for up to 4 children concurrently, including newborns. Committed to being a positive role model and creating a safe, nurturing, and joyful atmosphere while always prioritizing children’s well-being. Offering unwavering commitment, limitless energy and passion for nurturing children’s growth and well-being. Currently earning bachelor’s degree in neuroscience at The College of the Holy Cross. WORK HISTORY Part Time Nanny / Babysitter (June 2022-current) part time nanny for family with three children ages 7, 10 and 11. Managed the schedules of the children, including the planning of engaging activities, driving/ picking up from any events like sports and school Performed light housekeeping tasks, including laundry, vacuuming, and tidying bedrooms Ran errands (grocery’s, etc.) Assisted with homework, incorporating fun incentives for completion and learning Part Time Nanny / Babysitter (December 2022-24) part time nanny for family with three kids (ages 3, 5 and 8) and a newborn baby (5 months old) Managed the schedules of the children, including the planning of engaging activities, driving/ picking up from any events like sports and school Performed light housekeeping tasks, including laundry, vacuuming, and tidying Prepared meals for breakfast and lunch education & certifications CPR and First Aid certified water safety certification/lifeguard certified

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$23–35/hr

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Kerry anne S.

  • 11 years paid experience
  • 3 miles
Kerry anne S., Child Care in Acton, MA 01720 with 11 years of paid experience

I have been a caregiver for over 10 years. I tried a few different jobs during my early twenties and found caregiving kind of by accident but have loved ever second of it. I love how everyday is different and exciting, and working with kids is so much fun. I mean who wouldn't want to go to work and laugh everyday. I try to keep things interesting for the kids I'm working with as well, by trying to get out of the house and do fun activities or even try to find fun games to play around the house. I have worked with a wide range of clients from brand new newborns to older children as well as a few jobs with the elderly. I am a hard worker who is always willing to go the extra mile for my clients, I believe that I'm there to help make the parents lives a little less stressful so I'm always willing to lend a hand with housework or errands, driving from place to place for pick ups/drop offs.

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$20–30/hr

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