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Tara M. - Seeking Work in Boston

Nanny Tara

Boston, MA
$30/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I am a young women looking for a nannying position. I have a bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education and have 7 years experience working with children. I have experience with newborns and infants up to 16 months, toddlers, and elementary school aged children as well as special needs children ranging from infants to 21+ with severe disabilities. 2.5 years were dedicated to infant care which I have found I have a passion for. I strive to provide a loving and supportive environment encouraging safe exploration and independence.

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Ann W. - Seeking Work in Boston

Nanny Ann

Boston, MA
$30/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I love my job and I send the best al the time

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Valeria B. - Seeking Work in Boston

Nanny Valeria

Boston, MA
$30/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

energetic, responsible, fun.
25 plus yard of experience as a nanny and house manager . Love pets too

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Avelina C. - Seeking Work in Boston

Nanny Avelina

Boston, MA
$22/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

I have been working with kids since 2017, I have been a nanny for almost years now and I grow a connection with all the kids I've nannied for.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Ana V. - Seeking Work in Boston

Nanny Ana

Boston, MA
$27/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

22 years of experience with kids, I have a certificate of Early Childhood Education, and a Newborn Care specialist.. I have other certificates too.. I love the kids.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Ty S. - Seeking Work in Boston

Nanny Ty

Boston, MA
$20/hr
Part-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi there! My name is Ty and I am confident that with over 10 years of experience I would be a great nanny for your family. I am fun, friendly, nurturing and responsible.I like to go for walks, read books and cook. I lOVE baking cookies, cakes, breads and more. I like sports, music, movies, arts and crafts. I also enjoy adventures to the aquariums, museums, zoo, parks and grocery stores.

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Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Dimple W. - Seeking Work in Boston

Nanny Dimple

Boston, MA
$24/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am very creative, I love arts and crafts. I have spent most of my time at my mother's (who is a teacher) kindergarten school assisting her with her students in early childhood learning.

I absolutely enjoy taking care of children I believe we learn together. I love reading to children, it broadens their imagination and helps develop and build their creativity. I have observed that creativity helps children be confident and confident children are very happy children.

I am extremely eager to learn more about your family and how I can positively contribute to the upbringing of your little ones.

Recent reference

"She was so hard working, honest and so good with the children. The best we have been with so far."
- Anu
Rosemary M. - Seeking Work in Boston

Nanny Rosemary

Boston, MA
$25/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Rosemary McQueen
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[email hidden]
Friendly nanny, with 4 years experience, seeking to enhance daily care for families. Served as live-in nanny for over 4 years. Ensure physical activity 355 days/yr. Enhance General Knowledge scores 35% through tutoring. Assist with daily care nurturing and play.
Played sports including baseball tennis and swimming. Did light laundry. Cooked nutritious meals.

I have worked with four different clients, all with newborn or infant children. Changed 5+ diapers per day, fed 5-6 bottles per day.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Nadjena L. - Seeking Work in Boston

Nanny Nadjena

Boston, MA
$15/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is Nadjena Lamour I´m 19 I really love kids. I would really love to work with any family. I´am respecfull and sweet.

For more info please contact me @
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Special Needs
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Abigail Scharpf - Seeking Work in Boston
Nanny Abigail
"Abby is so great with our toddler! She takes her places, keeps her safe, and does so many activities with her! My kid really looks forward to when Abby comes!"
- Becky
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Nanny Abigail
"Abby is amazing with our 3 young kids! She started babysitting them when they were 5, 3 and 5 months. They love when Abby comes over!"
- Courtney
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Nanny Abigail
"Abby has been my go-to babysitter and dog sitter for the past few years. She is super responsible, responsive, and great with my son and my dogs. She goes above and beyond and makes my life so much easier knowing she had my loved ones happy and taken care of. She is a trusted caregiver in high demand in my community."
- Liz
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What’s the average cost of a child care provider in Boston, MA?

The average cost of a child care provider in Boston, MA is $25.23 per hour. Most Boston families on Nanny Lane pay $22 to $30/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
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How to Find Affordable Child Care in Boston, MA

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Understand the Different Types of Child Care in Boston, MA

If you’re looking for affordable child care, you should explore the different types of care and how they compare to each other. What are the differences between a solo nanny and a nanny share? What about a nanny share vs. daycare? Or nanny share vs. nursery school? Or a solo nanny vs. an au pair? What is a nanny share?

There are lots of options to find affordable child care that works best for your family, and Nanny Lane’s child care services is here to help along the way.

Explore the Costs of Different Child Care Options

There are various types of child care (solo nanny, nanny share, etc), with different levels of costs. For how much to pay a nanny, key factors that determine cost are experience, the number of children, where you live, and much more. In addition, during the hiring process, you should be considerate of how to handle expenses (e.g. gas, food, etc.).

If you choose a nanny as the best child care option for your family, there are ways to save on nanny costs like an afterschool co-op or having relatives who live close offer child care support on certain days.

Alternatively, you can split the costs of a nanny. There are lots of different nanny share setups that highlight how to make nanny shares even if the kids are different ages. With a nanny share, you can find a family first or hire a nanny and consider creating a nanny share. Either way, a nanny share is the most affordable way to employ a nanny.

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