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Claire G.


Essex, CT

$20/hr6 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Claire and I am currently finishing up university where I study environmental studies and french. I have extensive experience working with children in environments such as babysitting, overnight and day summer camps over the past six years. I am able to provide services of babysitting, tutoring (for subjects...
Claire can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Melissa S.


Westbrook, CT

$14-30/hr2 yrs exp

Hello My Name Is Melissa, Im Looking For A Loving Family To Care Of:)

5.0

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I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Swimming Supervision, nanny, babysitting. I am 20 years old and I am currently in college (sophomore year) with a sociology major and a minor in criminal justice. Growing up hispanic has prepared me a lot to become a good babysitter, I was always the babysitter...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"She has very happy spirit and very caring to my kids"

Marisa M.

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Julia H.


Niantic, CT

$17-25/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny/ Baby Sitter (full Or Part Time)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Julia and I am 24 years old. I am currently a deans list doctorate of physical therapy student at the University of Hartford, and I live in Niantic CT. I am currently looking for a part time position while I am between clinical rotations for a family relatively close to Niantic who may need child care during the week...
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Julia is responsible and fun. She has babysat for me at least once a month over the past year. My 5 year old and 10 year old boys love that she plays with them and they listen to her very well. She has a bubbly personality and always gets back to me quickly....

Stacy R.

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Amy W.


Old Lyme, CT

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Baby Sitter/Nanny Available Full Time

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have cared for children of various ages, for many years. I am a detail-oriented, compassionate individual, and I only provide the best quality care. I love being active, and enjoy involving the children I care for in outdoor activities - I own multiple horses, which I find to a be a very popular attraction amongst the kids...
Amy can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Paula G.


Clinton, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I have had the pleasure of working with some fabulous families.. I have a great deal of experience in infant care on up.. I have 6 grandchildren .. I have had the pleasure of watching them for 25 years.. I started my journey on care. com after my youngest granddaughter went to school full time. Nurturing and compassion...
Paula can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Paula is trustworthy and reliable. She is kind and respectful. She is helpful with cleaning and is a hard worker. "

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Natalie T.


Clinton, CT

$22/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Natalie. I have over 8 years of experience caring for children ranging in ages from 2-14. I most recently worked as a 3rd grade teacher for the past 4 years, so I can also tutor or provide homework support. I am compassionate, dependable, caring and love working with kids. I love animals, do not smoke, and have...
Natalie can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
5.0
"Natalie has worked for our family, supervising our two kids after school several days a week since January '16. She has been extremely reliable and punctual and easy to work with, putting this mom's mind at ease when there are multiple places each child must go by...

Valerie G.

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Mary Jo M.


Old Lyme, CT

$17/hr6 yrs exp

Stay At Home Mom Available For Babysitting

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is MaryJo and I live in Old Lyme. I have 3 sons. I've worked for several families in different capacities including as a childcare provider, full and part time. Some of my hobbies include reading, writing, gardening, yoga and antique shopping. I have a flexible schedule and will do my best to accommodate your...
Mary Jo can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Mary Jo is wonderful, very communicative and great with kids. Highly recommend"

Cassandra A.

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Julia S.


Old Saybrook, CT

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

My Name Is Julia, I Am 21 Years Old, And Currently A Senior In College Studying Nursing.

Hello, my name is Julia! I am 21 years old and currently a senior in college studying nursing. I have lots of nursing experience working with kids of all ages, both through clinical experience in school and through a summer internship in 2023. I love spending time with children and aspire to be a pediatric nurse after I graduate...
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Hailey W.


East Haddam, CT

$20-50/hr15 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smile Creater

loving, caring, out going I like working with kids because the comfort of knowing they're dependent on you. I enjoy watching them learn all the things I can teach them as they grow. I'm looking for a job that I can stay with the family I started working with kids when I was 16 In my spare time, I like to hang out with my...
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Ashlie S.


Niantic, CT

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter (Certified Teacher)

Hi! My name is Ashlie and I love spending time with kids! I am a second grade teacher in the Lyme-Old Lyme School District. I am certified to teach grades 1-6 in Connecticut. I have a bachelors degree from UConn and a Masters degree from Sacred Heart University. I have experience working at a sleep away camp ages 6-16. I am a...
Ashlie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Chanel S.


Old Saybrook, CT

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Energetic, Loving, Fun, Creative.

I have 7 years of experience and have become very passionate about child care. I am a teacher at a daycare. I babysit often for 3 kids one of them being 7 and two 3-year-old twins. I can help with potty training, fine and gross motor skills, sensory, arts/crafts. I can prepare and organize mealtimes and snacks for children. I...
Skills:

CPR

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Anna W.


Old Lyme, CT

$17-25/hr1 yrs exp

Caring And Fun Sitter

Hi! I am an energetic and responsible college student at Elon University in North Carolina. I grew up as the oldest girl in a four sibling family so I know how to take care of younger children. I have volunteered at a camp over the summer and enjoy spending time outdoors and doing fun indoor activities, such as monopoly or card...
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She's is a caring and positive person. Great with kids and very patient!"

Mary A.

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Sarah H.


Old Saybrook, CT

$25-28/hr5 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

Hi there! I'm a full time grad student in the midst of my Master's/Certification program to be a School Psychologist. I worked as a nanny throughout my undergrad and post grad years, but took some time off recently while I settled into this year of my graduate program. I am hoping to find a position that pairs well with my...
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Kelsey C.


Deep River, CT

$14-20/hr4 yrs exp

The Kids' Favorite

Hi parents! I am a reliable, energetic and fun babysitter. For the past few years I have taken care of kids locally along with cousins and family friends. I am always thinking of activities like obstacle courses, tie dying, and other things to keep busy and have fun! (But I promise to always pick up after our fun.) I look...
Kelsey can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jennifer C.


Clinton, CT

$23/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! Thank you for reading my bio. I have 25+ years of experience working with children of all ages, from infants to teens. I have worked with children in a variety of roles-including nanny, school paraprofessional, and certified teacher. For the past two years I have been an after-school and summer nanny. I retired early from...
Jennifer can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Abbie B.


Killingworth, CT

$22/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Looking To Become A Nanny

Former coach, love to do activities with the children, always helping them learn new skills, dont mind being outside or at the park if the weather allows.
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Lennesey C.


Clinton, CT

$17-50/hr3 yrs exp

Lennesey Carcioppolo

Hi! My name is Lennesey. I'm 20 years old. I love working with children and animals. I have been taking care of children since I was 16 years old. I'd describe my personality as outgoing, caring, and friendly In my spare time, I like to go hiking, hang out with friends and play tennis!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Jillian, I graduated in spring 2022 with a degree in communication disorders. I am currently a special education paraprofessional and part time student studying to get a master's degree in applied behavioral analysis. I have worked with children for 7+ years ranging in ages 6 months to 12 years old. I am bubbly, helpful,...
Jillian can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Margaret D.


Niantic, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Reliable Elementary Teacher

I am a public school teacher with 10 years experience working with preschool and elementary children. I am active, fun, and responsible. I have a a car and am am fully vaccinated and boosted. My own children are in college, but I love kids of all ages! I am currently available evenings and weekends but will have more...
Margaret can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Michelle C.


Haddam, CT

$25-50/hr1 yrs exp

Michelle From Wakefield, RI

Hi! I am a reliable and creative person who has approximately two years of experience! I love anything with the outdoors but also love to do crafts indoors.
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Essex, CT

Melissa S.

5.0

She has very happy spirit and very caring to my kids

- Marisa M.

Julia H.

5.0

Julia is responsible and fun. She has babysat for me at least once a month over the past year. My 5 year old and 10 year old boys love that she plays with them and they listen to her very well. She has a bubbly personality and always gets back to me quickly. Julia is honest about my kids and she...

- Stacy R.

Paula G.

5.0

Paula was amazing. She was reliable, caring, loving, and everything I was looking for to watch my daughter.

- Care member

Natalie T.

5.0

Natalie has worked for our family, supervising our two kids after school several days a week since January '16. She has been extremely reliable and punctual and easy to work with, putting this mom's mind at ease when there are multiple places each child must go by texting to inform me of safe...

- Valerie G.

Mary Jo M.

5.0

Mary Jo is wonderful, very communicative and great with kids. Highly recommend

- Cassandra A.

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