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Joan M.

30 years paid experience
12 miles

$25–27/hr

Hi, I love caring for infants and toddlers. I also have experience working with preschool and school age children. I have worked in family daycare, daycare centers, Head Start and in private homes. I have an Infant Toddler Certificate, a Special Needs Certificate, an A.S. degree in Early Childhood Education a B.A. in Sociology and Anthropology and some graduate school course work in Social Work. I have been trained in CPR and first aid. I have years of experience working in Human Services and caring for adults also. I have experience working with both adults and children with special needs I love animals, am a nonsmoker and have a clean driving record with a reliable car. I am patient, easy going and nurturing.I'm seeking a part-time position. . Although I clean up the kitchen after meals and toys after play, my focus is childcare and I do not provide housekeeping, laundry or errands. I am also equipped to provide childcare in my home and live in a safe, quiet neighborhood. I have toys, books, a comfortable play space, a quiet nap space, music, movies, etc. I can also provide snacks, diaper changes and potty training. See my 5 star reviews. Thank you. I hope to hear from you soon!

$25–27/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Erika H.

I could go on and on about Joan! She has been watching our baby now for a few weeks and she is absolutely wonderful! my 10 month old daughter adores her. Joan walks in the room and she instantly starts smiling! We love Joan!!

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Maria cielo N.

7 years paid experience
12 miles

$20–35/hr

Hi, my name is Maria C. Naranjo from Colombia. I am looking for a full-time nanny position in the Boston area starting in August with full-time availability Monday - Friday. I want to share a little about myself. I have 7 years of experience working with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers as a nanny and teacher. I spent 4 years at Pine Village Preschool with toddler through Pre-K students. I am fully vaccinated, CPR and first aid certified, and certified in Child Growth and Development. I’m patient, energetic, and organized. I love children, speak Spanish, and don’t smoke. I have excellent references available upon request. Please contact me if you’re interested. Thank you!

$20–35/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Cledy B.

I’ve spent a lot of time working with Cielo and seeing her work is truly amazing she is such a warm and high energy person and really puts work into finding interactive and fun things for her kids to do during the day. She keeps her kids parents updated daily and is always open to feedback and suggestions. Overall she creates a truly loving and learning environment where her kids can grow. I highly recommend her to any family seeking the ultimate caregiver.

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Dolma T.

8 years paid experience
10 miles

$25–40/hr

Experienced Multilingual Nanny | CPR & First Aid Certified | Reliable, Calm, and Flexible Childcare I am a reliable, compassionate, and dedicated nanny and babysitter with over 10 years of childcare experience caring for children of different ages. Growing up in an orphanage with 40–45 children taught me responsibility, patience, empathy, and how to create a nurturing environment where everyone feels safe and supported. My strong Buddhist philosophy guides my caregiving, allowing me to bring mindfulness, compassion, and calmness into every interaction with children. I enjoy reading with children, preparing simple healthy meals, supporting daily routines, and keeping a clean, comfortable, and organized home. I am CPR and First Aid certified, and children’s safety and well-being are always my top priority. I speak English, Mandarin, Hindi, Nepali, Tibetan, and the Amdo dialect, which helps me connect easily with multicultural families. My calm personality, strong values, and Buddhist-inspired approach help me create a peaceful, positive environment where children feel safe, supported, and happy. I am available for full-time nanny positions, babysitting, overnight care, and weekends. I am flexible, dependable, a non-smoker, do not drink alcohol, and I am committed to building warm, trusting, and respectful relationships with families while providing attentive, high-quality care. Thank you 🤗

$25–40/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Charith P.

We hired Dolma as the nanny for our 2.5 year old twin daughters and she cared for them during the work days for a 4 month period. She was extremely punctual, consistently coming in about 10 mins earlier than the actual start time. It was very clear that she was full of love for the twins and genuinely cared for them. Her cooking/feeding strategy worked really well with both our daughters. She also kept to our set routine which helped a lot. Most importantly, the twins really bonded with her loved having her. I recommend Dolma to anyone looking for a nanny.

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Sheylla K.

18 years paid experience
9 miles

$22–30/hr

I've been on this site since 2005 I've worked for several wonderful families, some of which I'm still friends with, I'm the mother of an 18-year-old girl of a 10-year-old boy and I have two stepchildren, I have experiences with children of all ages, twins, I have CpR course, first aid, i just took a newborn course (2019) i love to play, babysitting is not work it's fun I've been on this site since 2005 I've worked for several wonderful families, some of which I'm still friends with, I'm the mother of an 18-year-old girl of a 10-year-old boy and I have two stepchildren, I have experiences with children of all ages, twins, I have CpR course, first aid, i just took a newborn course (2019) i love to play, babysitting is not work it's fun

$22–30/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Zachary S.

Sheylla has been working with us for over a month caring for our 4 month old baby, and she is absolutely wonderful! She is professional, communicative, on time, very engaging with our baby, and clearly has extensive experience caring for young children. She plays with our daughter, reads to her, and has taught her several new skills. She is excellent at helping our daughter sleep! We absolutely recommend Sheylla for any childcare situation!

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Naiana N.

7 years paid experience
11 miles

$27–35/hr

Greetings! My name is Naiana. I'm 30 years old. I live in Medford and attend college in Wellesley. I have over 7 years of experience, primarily serving families and caring for infants and toddlers. Also experience with children up to 13 years old, 3 years of live-in care, shorter roles as school teacher's assistant, infant room daycare, and tutoring in elementary after-school programs. I have an Associate's degree in Child Development & Education, and I am a certified Wilderness First Responder through MIT. I'm looking for work Monday - Friday for approximately 26-33 hours per week. My current availability is more or less 1-5 Mon & Wed, 8-4 Tues & Thur, and 10-5 Friday. Exact start and end times depends on commute between Medford, Wellesley, and a family's home. I have a clean driving record and background check, and I can travel anywhere within the Boston area. Please feel free to reach out. I have a lot to offer, and I'm happy to provide multiple excellent references.

$27–35/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Briana C.

My husband and I hired Naiana to be a nanny for our 4month old right as I was returning to work after Maternity Leave. It was an anxious time for me, but I felt so reassured with Naiana! She is wonderful with babies and Sophia immediately felt comfortable with her. She has aided in Sophia’s development through play, singing, sleep training and movement. In the early days she was so good at getting Sophia down for a nap and feeding her bottles when she would only take bottles from my husband and I. She also would wash bottles and fold the baby’s laundry while Sophia was napping, which was such an amazing help to me. Now that Sophia is 9months old, I can see the love that Sophia has for Naiana, as every morning Sophia has the biggest smile as soon as Naiana walks in the door! I strongly recommend hiring Naiana and I feel so lucky to have her as a part of Sophia’s life!

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Melissa S.

10 years paid experience
12 miles

$20–25/hr

My name is Melissa I am a dedicated mother of 2 who values education and creative play and communication. I take my line of work very seriously. I homeschool my 7 yr old daughter. I have over 27 yrs of experience between raising my own children as well as taking care of others.

$20–25/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Alexandra P.

We couldn’t have asked for a better nanny than Melissa. She was incredibly nurturing, reliable, and always went above and beyond for our daughter. Her kindness was invaluable, and our daughter absolutely adored her. Having Melissa’s daughter around was an added joy; she was delightful and well-behaved who became a wonderful playmate. I highly recommend her to any family in need of a caring and trustworthy nanny.

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Allison C.

16 years paid experience
13 miles

$26–32/hr

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.

$26–32/hr

Recent review:

5.0

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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Kelsey S.

12 years paid experience
5 miles

$30–40/hr

Hi! My name is Kelsey and I'm 29 years old. I have 13 years of experience (9 years of that is full time experience). I have worked with children aging from newborn-13 years old. I also worked at an elementary after school program throughout high school. I am cpr/first aid certified and have a reliable car.

$30–40/hr

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Jill Z.

10 years paid experience
10 miles

$20–30/hr

Hi my name is Jill I’ve been in childcare 10+ years with experience in infant training, I’m highly energetic and love to be outside. I’m CPR/First Aid certified. And can provide plenty of references Give me a call! I’d love to help you out 617-610-5665

$20–30/hr

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Valentina D.

15 years paid experience
9 miles

$30–35/hr

I am an experienced, reliable, and caring childcare provider with over 15 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from newborns to teenagers. I truly love working with children and take pride in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where they can learn, grow, and thrive. I am an active and hands-on caregiver who enjoys reading, arts and crafts, outdoor adventures, library visits, educational activities, and encouraging age-appropriate developmental milestones. I believe in keeping children engaged through fun, creative, and enriching experiences while maintaining a structured and positive routine. Families describe me as warm, patient, compassionate, dependable, and punctual. I am CPR and First Aid certified and committed to providing the highest level of care. I also enjoy cooking healthy meals, helping with children's daily routines, and supporting their emotional, social, and educational development. Building strong relationships with both children and parents is important to me, and I look forward to becoming a trusted part of your family's support system.