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60 after school babysitters are listed in Meriden, CT
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 7 years
What others are saying about after school babysitters in Meriden, CT
Emma did a great job watching my two kiddos while our au pair was out on vacation for a week! She is very responsible, punctual, and…
Review for Emma K. by Janet H.
We came from out of state for a wedding and Melody was amazing with our two girls. Highly recommend her!
Review for Melody L. by Care member
Melinda is an amazing babysitter that wish I would have found earlier. She came to our family after having a bad experience and instantly…
Review for Melinda R. by Andrea L.
After school babysitters in Meriden, CT
I am a licensed practical nurse in the state of NJ. My fiance took a job in Torrance and we are living in Long Beach. I have not yet applied to transfer my NJ license. It is my understanding that it takes around a year to transfer the license, so in the mean time I would like to take care of children. I was an in home pediatric...
Selena can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CNA
I have babysat children of different ages with patience and care for 5 years. I am a very kind and patient individual eager to babysit and make my stay a great experience for both the parent and the child. I can cook, clean, change diapers and entertain kids.
Anja can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Amanda N.
Meriden, CT
$17-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
2.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked for many families throughout the years. I currently work with a family in Cheshire and by the end of the year I'll be looking for a new family. I have lots of experience working with children. I worked for the Meriden YMCA for 11 years as a preschool teacher and for the Meriden Board Education as a paraprofessional...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Hello! My name is Kiara and I have three years of experience with kids across ages 0-15. I have worked at summer camps, and after-school programs implementing fun educational activities to help strengthen kids' reading and arithmetic skills. I have also implemented phonics lessons with kids which helped them name letters and...
Kiara can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Ailyn R.
Meriden, CT
$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! I'm Ailyn, and I have a true passion for caring for children. I love being with kids and enjoy every moment spent nurturing and teaching them. With hands-on experience caring for my own 3-year-old daughter, I understand the unique needs and joys of taking care of little ones, from newborns to toddlers.
I enjoy engaging...
With my 10+ years of experience in the child care field, my passion and knowledge, I feel like i'd make a wonderful choice to look after your family. My first job was as a lifeguard at 15. I was also a swim instructor, infant/toddler assistant teacher, case manager for behavioral/special needs children and an elementary school...
Kasandra can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Lisa D.
Meriden, CT
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I am an experienced CT Certified Public School Teacher with 20+ years in education who is newly retired and one who has a passion for helping children learn and grow. With more than 2-decades of elementary teaching experience, I'm comfortable caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I have graduate...
Sam Y.
Meriden, CT
$20-50/hr • 13 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Sam I'm 26, and I am looking for a full-time or part-time job in caregiving. I have been babysitting for 12 years. I have mentored at a program at a school for children in kindergarten up to 5th grade with behavioral health issues, so I'm familiar with that and, to a certain extent, know how to work with kids...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Emma, I'm 25 years old. I started working with kids in 2020 and absolutely love it! I have experience in after school program settings, ECE centers, and as a babysitter, as well as my current job at YNH Children's Hospital. Most of my experience is with kids ages 2-11, but I have experience ranging from infants...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Emma did a great job watching my two kiddos while our au pair was out on vacation for a week! She is very responsible, punctual, and responsive and our kids had so much fun with her. We will definitely reach out to her the next time we need a sitter!"
Janet H.
5.0
(15)
Hired by 24 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am available to help families who need a date night sitter!
A little about me:
I have had many great experiences with babysitting. I feel that my natural connection with infants and kids is something unique about me.
In terms of what experience I have, this past summer I worked for a daycare and worked closely with...
Melody can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Melody has been such a wonderful sitter for our family! She is fantastic with our son and he really enjoys his days with her. She’s wonderful at communicating, flexible, trustworthy, and very considerate. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
Let me briefly introduce myself,
My name is Melinda and I am 27 years old. I live in East Hampton, CT and currently finishing my Social Work Degree. While in school I have been very fortunate to work and create wonderful relationships with many wonderful families providing my services being either a Nanny or Babysitter....
Melinda can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Melinda is an amazing babysitter that wish I would have found earlier. She came to our family after having a bad experience and instantly bonded with both of my kids, quickly becoming their most favorite babysitter! She is attentive, creative, and fun. She often...
Andrea L.
Kelly M.
Wallingford, CT
$17-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello, I'm Kelly, I am 25 years old. I have experience being the oldest child in the family. I began watching my twin brothers while I was 10 and they were 7. Once I was 13 I began watching a 3-year-old, later I would watch 2 boys aged 4 and 1 years old. I also assisted my aunts in home daycare, aged 4 months-6 years old. I have...
Kelly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
5.0
"Kelly has babysat my grandson numerous times. O. is 2 years old and just adores Kelly. Kelly cooks for him, changes diapers, gives him baths, takes him out to places, reads to him before bed, and even sings and dances with him . I have not one worry when Kelly has...
Dawn D.
Kaleeswari R.
Cheshire, CT
$17-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I have two kids that are all grown up of my own and love taking care of the small ones.
Kaleeswari can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
5.0
"We exchanged numbers and are still looking and exploring how to satisfy our family needs
We love the fact that she does little things around the house"
Manuel B.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Keyana , and I am an experienced and dependable babysitter with over 6 years of experience taking care of children of all ages. I am confident I can provide your little one with a safe, fun and stimulating environment. I'm a patient and nurturing caregiver, who loves reading stories and playing imaginative...
Keyana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Keyana is a well prepared childcare worker who met every need and criteria for the job. I’ve reached out to many of my friends personally and they love her and so does my kid. She’s great whenever you need her! "
Care member
Shannon H.
Middletown, CT
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have years of experience in caring for children. I started babysitting when I was just 13.
I have cared for multiples as well as singles. I love and have a nurturing patient nature that has been said to be a great benefit.
One of my families couldn't believe how quickly their infant took to me. They found themselves very...
Shannon can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Shannon is awesome. Very punctual and dependable. "
Georgann S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Certified elementary teacher with 5 years of experience working with kids from grades K-6. Reliable, responsible, patient, and easy going.
I like working with kids because I enjoy helping them learn, grow, and achieve success.
My skills include providing academic activities/curriculum, organizing, and providing a fun,...
5.0
"Elisia was great! She showed up right on time and asked all the appropriate questions about my kid's routine and safety. My daughter liked her and said she would like to see her again. "
Care member
This is my dream job! I have loved being around kids since I was the young age of 13. I have had various experiences with babysitting kids. I also have experience in the daycare setting being the primary teacher for infants, and caring for up to 4 at a time by myself. In addition, my brother and I, have an 18 year age gap, so I...
Rebecca can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Francesca A.
Durham, CT
$21-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Francesca and I am 24 years old. I graduated from Quinnipiac University in 2021 with a degree in Psychology and will be starting my masters in Developmental Disabilities this fall. I have 5+ years of nannying/babysitting experience. I currently work as a behavioral therapist for the Durham middle school and I love...
Hi! I'm Amanda! I have been babysitting and watching over kids from a young age. Even when I was too young to babysit on my own, I would help out in my church nursery as often as I was allowed to. I was also a mother's helper for a mother with a toddler and infant twins. I worked at a daycare with mostly infants and toddlers for...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Meriden, CT
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Meriden, CT?
You can review 9 after school babysitter profiles near you in Meriden, 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 Meriden, CT?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Meriden, CT is $19.89. 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 Meriden, 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 Meriden, CT on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Meriden, 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 Meriden, CT can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Meriden, 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 Meriden, CT.