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Find after school babysitters in Hartford, CT that you’ll love
60 after school babysitters are listed in Hartford, CT
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 5 years
After school babysitters in Hartford, CT
5.0
(10)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
April 2025 Update: I am currently only available for occasional date night sitting during the week or weekends (excluding Thursdays).
Hello! I am an experienced nanny and childcare provider with a strong background in child development. Currently working as an elementary school teacher, I have extensive experience caring for...
Janeleen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I would highly recommend Janeleen as a babysitter to anyone. Janeleen watched my 7 week newborn for a few hours on a weekend morning so that I could get the dishes and laundry done and even take a nap. My baby was so comfortable with her and I didn’t hear a peep...
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Genna H.
Manchester, CT
$22/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I started working with kids when I was about 14/15 years old, my Grandmother had a daycare so I worked with kids of all ages. Now I work in a middle school in East Hartford with special education kids! I'm only available for school/work hours during the summer, (7/8-3/4) and after school hours after that (3:30-6/7pm).
5.0
"Genna was absolutely outstanding. From our initial meeting a week ago, I knew she was the right choice. Our childcare needs changed suddenly, and when I asked Genna to cover a morning with my two little ones, she readily agreed. She arrived on time, communicated...
Kris D.
5.0
(3)
I am 25 years old, and have been babysitting since middle school. As the oldest of 5 children, I have been learning child caring skills since a young age. I was 16 when my youngest sibling was born and helped raise her alongside my parents who are both full time teachers. After graduating from high school, I completed a year of...
Gwyneth can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Gwyneth is the best! She really gets to know your kids and jumps right into their interests with them. Gwyneth has been taking care of our kids for babysitting and even overnight care for the past 7 years. She is creative, kind, and organized when planning fun as...
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Naomi F.
Windsor Locks, CT
$18/hr • 2 yrs exp
Love Kids, Available Anytime After 8 AM(earlier May Work) Monday-Friday
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mother of two. I have a 7 and 3-year-old who are in school full-time. I have worked with up to 5 children at one time but my preference is to take a maximum of an additional 2 children. Therefore, I can give the attention needed for each child. If you need someone during the day, I plan on taking the kids to a park or...
Naomi can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jamiyla C.
Bloomfield, CT
$21-29/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've always loved children even when I was still a child myself. After school when I was in 5th grade, I used to watch my principal's son. I first started to get paid for babysitting, is when I was 13. I then started spending my summers and even my winter breaks watching over a 6-year-old girl while her mother was away at work....
Jamiyla can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was great with my baby sister! Highly recommend! "
Care member
Jacqueline P.
West Hartford, CT
$23-38/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Jackie . I have 15 years experience as a babysitter/nanny during which I was an after school sitter for two different families, for children from pre-school through the 4th grade. In that period of time I also worked at 2 different preschools for a total of 10 years. I have my own car and a clean driving...
Jacqueline can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Jackie is absolutely amazing. She is kind, dependable, responsible, caring, and extremely trustworthy. My kids and our family adore her and we would be lost without her help!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have been working with kids for 20 years.
I work as a tutor in public school and as a sitter after school.
Working with kids of all ages has hone my skills to work with kids of all kind of requirements.
Kusum can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello Families,
My name is Alondra, I have over 5 years of child care experience. I love children, cooking and cleaning and super organized. I am an all in one package. Allow me to make your life easier. If you are interested we can setup a time to speak.
Thank you!
Alondra can also help with: Travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I hired her for my home and did a great job! Once she told she does babysitting as well it was a match made. Super kind and outgoing with my son. He adores Alondra!"
Liz M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Taylor and I am very interested in this position. I graduated from Eastern Connecticut State University in 2023. After graduating I decided to become a building substitute at an Elementary School where I found my passion for teaching. I am going back to school to get my Masters in Early Elementary Education. I...
Taylor can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kristin P.
Rocky Hill, CT
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started babysitting when I was 12 years old, since then I have received my Associates in Arts degree with a focus in Psychology in May 2018, coached preschool and kinder gymnastics, volunteered in two 1st grade classes, and have been the full time nanny for a few families. I worked a full time position as the nanny for a 2 yr...
Kristin can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kristin is the absolute BEST! Our 4-year-old son has autism and is basically attached to my hip 24/7, but when Kristin comes to babysit, my son is more than happy to leave my side and hang out with her. She also watched two neuro diverse 4-year-olds (my son and his...
Brittany H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Kate! I'm currently attending Syracuse University remotely. I have experience volunteering with children at an equestrian camp, and I have some babysitting experience. I am a quick learner and would love to help your family in any way I can!
Kate can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kate is my first hired babysitter. My girl in Kinder and she is so talkative and emotional so I had worried about connection between my girl and Kate. But mine has enjoyed whole time with Kate :). She is so kind and helpful. I 100% recommend her as your babysitter."
Jisun K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
HI, with being the oldest of siblings and cousins I have been babysitting for as long as can remember. I really enjoy being outside like going to the park or going for walks outside. I am a very creative person, I graduated from a performing arts high school and I love doing arts and crafts, singing, and dancing. Previously I...
Damani can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Damani was great with my special needs son. He connected with her immediately. We needed a sitter for our short convection trip. Damani was great! Very mature for her age. Wish we lived in CT, we would use her all the time."
Trisha P.
Sam G.
East Hartford, CT
$18-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Long Term Full Time/Part Time Care-giving Available FALL 2021
5.0
(1)
Hi My name is Sam and I will be graduating from Sacred Heart in may 2022 with a bachelors degree in criminal justice with a minor in psychology with a focus in adolescence development. I'm looking for a full time or part time babysitting for this fall and spring!
My schedule for the fall is very flexible (M, W, Th, F...
Sam can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Samantha G. is a young lady who has the heart of an angel. She is caring an loving with children ,animals an the elderly. Most young adults do not have the patience like I see in Samantha. Her bedside manner is kind, loving an gentle. She enjoys putting a smile on...
tracy W.
Melissa H.
Windsor, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Child Care Worker Seeking Full-Time Nannying Position
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone,
I am a qualified and experienced childcare provider based in Windsor, CT. I hold a degree from Eastern Connecticut State University (Class of 2013) and have spent over a decade working with young children in various settings. My background includes serving as a Youth in Development volunteer with the Peace Corps...
Melissa can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Melissa has a heart of gold and is absolutely wonderful with young children."
Julio M.
Joann M.
Rocky Hill, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
sitter, Fun, Reliable And Outgoing Personality And Great With Children
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm semi-retired finding myself with a lot of free time during the week and would love to fill that time in a thoughtful and meaningful way by helping other families part-time. In my profession I work with many families and have lots of experience with newborns and children. I'm also a fantastic cook so helping with meal prep...
Joann can also help with: Travel
5.0
"Joann was wonderful with my girls. She provided transportation, care and helped with making dinner. Each day I came home to a wonderful home cooked meal with the table all set so all I had to do was sit down and spend time with my kids. She was so flexible,...
Melanie T.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi!! My name is Nicole! I am from South Windsor CT. I'm a senior at ECSU, my major is Early Childhood Education and English. I currently run two after school programs at elementary and middle schools, through eastern and am a jumpstart (early start program) alumni! I love working with kids, and doing crafts and activities with...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Nicole is absolutely wonderful!! She is skilled at creating hands on experiences which I love especially due to the fact I have a very active toddler and he absolutely loves her! I do also have a bengal kitten and she was super understanding and kind. Nicole is...
Care member
Yilmary M.
Newington, CT
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Looking To Help A Family In Need Of A Trustworthy Caregiver Occasionally!
5.0
(2)
Hello, I go by Madi for short and I am a mother of a 19-year-old daughter and 12-year-old son. I have been a child caregiver to a handful of families occasionally but one in particular for eight years.
I'd describe my personality as easy going, caring and great communicator.
I like working with kids because they are fun and...
Yilmary can also help with: Travel
5.0
"Madi has been babysitting for us for 8 years. She's almost like a second family to us! She's extremely reliable and good at communicating."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi there, my name is Meg and I'm an compassionate and creative 32-year-old! I started out in medical school, switched to a career in data science, and am now pursuing a degree in clinical mental health counseling after reconnecting with my passion for child welfare and family mental health.
I'm looking for a part time position...
Meg can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Meg has known my son since he was about 3 weeks old and has been such a supportive and fun-loving presence in his life! He is now 18 months old and loves being around her! She kindly babysat for him (when he was around 15 months old) so I could get out of the house...
Emily M.
Sofia T.
Wethersfield, CT
$25-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
Babysitter And Spanish Tutor With Mental Health Counseling Background
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently work in neuropsychiatric research, but I can't have a regular 9-5 anymore because I'm pursuing a masters degree in mental health counseling, and the schedule doesn't work. I'm looking for a job that can accommodate to my class schedule.
I used to work as a nanny and in a childcare while I was an undergrad. I am a...
Sofia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is a very sweet girl, will take care of your kids like their hers! Hard worker and great with kids! "
Deborah Z.
Madison Q.
East Hartford, CT
$20-28/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hello, my name is Madison. I am 22 years old. I am the oldest of four children which gives me a lot of experience. I have been working with children since I was 16 years old, babysitting, working summer camps and watching my younger siblings. I love creating fun and educational activities. Children's minds are always thinking,...
Madison can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Madison was great with my 2 kids, she was very quick to help out whenever we needed her. She made it a point to interact and keep the kids engaged in activities, as well as keep them on their schedule for bedtime. We felt very comfortable leaving our children with...
Erin Q.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Hartford, CT
Janeleen N.
5.0
Janeleen is amazing! We hired her to watch our 1.5 year old twins and it was wonderful not having to worry about anything knowing they were in such careful hands! The moment she took over interacting with them, they were fully engaged (which made leaving a breeze!). We absolutely will be hiring her...
- Care member
Genna H.
5.0
Genna was absolutely outstanding. From our initial meeting a week ago, I knew she was the right choice. Our childcare needs changed suddenly, and when I asked Genna to cover a morning with my two little ones, she readily agreed. She arrived on time, communicated clearly throughout the day, and even...
- Kris D.
Gwyneth M.
5.0
Gwyneth took care of my kids for about a year. She got them off to school in the morning and took care of my littlest during the day. She stepped right in to our household bringing a positive attitude and knowledge of the developmental and emotional needs of my kids. Gwyneth was highly professional...
- Care member
Jamiyla C.
5.0
She was great with my baby sister! Highly recommend!
- Care member
Jacqueline P.
5.0
Jackie helped us out with taking our boys to school in the morning. We needed her very early in the morning and she was dependable and on time. She is responsible and was great with the kids. My husband and I went off to work knowing our children were in good hands. I would ask for Jackie’s help in...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Hartford, CT
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Hartford, CT?
You can review 40 after school babysitter profiles near you in Hartford, CT to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Hartford, CT?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Hartford, CT is $20.15. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Hartford, CT?
If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Hartford, CT on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Hartford, CT to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Hartford, CT can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Hartford, CT?
We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Hartford, CT.