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Hi my name is Ruth S. I have two little brothers ages 13 and 16 and have been helping with them my entire life, but that does not sum up my experience with kids. I have been a camp counselor for the YMCA and ran the Adventure Girls and Mountain Biking specialty camps. I am a certified youth cycling coach and created and coached...
Ruth can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Brooke P.
Middletown, CT
$23/hr • 1 yrs exp
Looking For A Babysitting Job! I'm 20 Years Old I Can Drive And I'm Well Versed In Babysitting.
I like working with kids because I admire their curiosity and fun nature. I love their playfulness and I hope to create a positive environment for them.
I am the oldest of 3 daughters so I always used to watch my sisters after school. I also am the oldest cousin so I've always had many kids in my life and I still occasionally...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Amelia H.
Portland, CT
$17-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Amelia Eastern CT Class Of 2027 18 Years Old Fun, Caring, Silly, And Active
I love kids and love to babysit! I used to play sports in high school and am very active. I work well under stress and am always ready to help out. I am very happy and outgoing and do great with kids!
I like working with kids because I've always had a great connection with the kids I have babysat. I never had a fun babysitter...
Shae-lyn T.
Madison, CT
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently a high school English teacher in Newark, NJ looking to continue my childcare experience after school hours. I enjoy communicating and connecting with the younger generation and fostering a safe environment to expand their social and academic horizons.
I have had many children, toddlers, and babies placed...
Shae-lyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a retired college counselor who has been taking care of my 2 grandchildren since they were born. They are both in school full-time now (girl 8 and boy 5), and my grant-based job in education ended last year. Therefore, I want to resume working part-time and care for children as I have done for years, including 10 years...
Virginia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Nontando M.
Middletown, CT
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi family
I am Ntando and I am very loving, caring and I love children so much because they bring joy and happiness
I'd describe my personality as loving
Caring
Responsible
I like working with kids because it amazing to watch them grow and they always happy
I'm looking for a job that can make me be more happy because I...
Nontando can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Jayna S.
Middletown, CT
$17-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as responsible, friendly, and fun-loving.
I like working with kids because they make me laugh and keep me feeling young.
I started working with kids when I was 13 years old. I began by babysitting for my mom's friends and eventually began to gather more clients through those friends. I also began...
Erin A.
Moodus, CT
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been taking care of children for over 15 years. My range experience is newborn to teen. I enjoy providing age appropriate games and engaging the child or children I am watching. I tidy whenever there is down time and I make a point not to be glued to my phone! I am new to the area and I am hoping to find a nice family for...
Erin can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Cailey A.
Killingworth, CT
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have coached multiple middle school aged sports teams and I house/babysit overnight from time to time for a middle schooler and a high schooler.
Skills:
First Aid
I have 4 children of my own. They are 21, 20, 18 and 17. I have worked as a Kindergarten Paraprofessional in the Madison school system for 10 years.
Sue can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Madison W.
Middletown, CT
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Maddy and I love working with children! I've been babysitting for the past 6 years, ages ranging from 1-10 years old. My major is nursing and I would love to work with kids or babies in the future. Please reach out to me with any further questions. Thank you!
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(2)
Full time nanny, LOTS of experience in child care.
I started working as a babysitter at 14, and got my first job in a school as an after school counselor at 16 years old!
I love children and have 10 years of experience in school/classroom settings!
child care
summer camp counselor
experience nannying infants long term
very...
Cinnamin can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cinnamin is a highly reliable and compassionate individual. She cared for my 6 week old daughter, 5 days a week for 8 hours a day. I always felt confident leaving my daughter in her care knowing that she was well taken care of. Cinnamin has consistently exceeded my...
Maria M.
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:
First Aid
CPR
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.
Melissa S.
Westbrook, CT
$14-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello My Name Is Melissa, Im Looking For A Loving Family To Care Of:)
5.0
(1)
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
5.0
"She has very happy spirit and very caring to my kids"
Marisa M.
5.0
(1)
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(1)
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
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.
Krista K.
Guilford, CT
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello!
I am Krista, I'm 20 years old from Guilford, Ct. I am currently attending school in Boston, where I study elementary education. I have nearly nine years of experience with ages three months- 12 years old. A little about myself, I love to be active, be outdoors and I am known to be patient, hardworking and caring.
5.0
"We have used Krista to babysit our 2 children for the past 6 years. She is very reliable, responsible and fun with the kids. She is eager to work and is happy to enjoys being with the kids. They love her and ask for her to babysit all the time. I highly recommend...
Sheree I.
Madison Q.
East Hartford, CT
$20-28/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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
"I hired madison to babysit my two children (8and 4)for a weekend. My kids took to her rather quickly which made me feel great. They loved all the activities and crafts that she had thought of to do. They stayed busy all weekend and off the electronics. I already...
Care member
Aja T.
New Haven, CT
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available On Weekdays In The Evening And Mornings
5.0
(2)
I'm 26 and I have been babysitting for 10 years. I have babysat children within the age of 0 months to 15-year-olds. I have my CPR and First Aid certificate through American Red Cross I am in college majoring in the registered nurse program to work in a pediatric department/office one day. I am in the US Air Force in the medical...
Aja can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Aja is very responsible, dependable and great with children. She has a lot of patience, and tends to each child with a very warm and nurturing spirit. You can tell she is just one of those people who genuinely loves children. She does not disappoint!"
Sharne M.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Higganum, CT
Cinnamin K.
5.0
I was Cinnamin's supervisor and she is an absolute delight to work with! She is kind, dependable, and puts her whole self in to whatever she does.
Cinnamin is a dedicated and loyal employee. When a job needed to be done, she was always my go to for help. Cinnamin learns quickly and strives for...
- Teallia G.
Alondra G.
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.
Melissa S.
5.0
She has very happy spirit and very caring to my kids
- Marisa M.
Damani M.
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.
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.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Higganum, CT
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Higganum, CT?
You can review 3 after school babysitter profiles near you in Higganum, 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 Higganum, CT?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Higganum, CT is $17.33. 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 Higganum, 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 Higganum, CT on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Higganum, 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 Higganum, CT can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Higganum, CT?
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