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I have 6 years of experience working with children. I've babysat since I was 15, I was a tutor/nanny for a child during COVID remote learning, and I am currently a certified special education preschool teacher. I am looking for an opportunity to pick up some babysitting shifts here and there for the rest of the school year and...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Hello! My name is Anastasia. I'm looking for clients for elderly home care. I have many years of experience caring for elderly in their homes. I do everything from medication prep/reminders, preparing meals, cleaning, rides to Dr appointments, shopping, etc. I am an extremely caring, compassionate, reliable, and honest person...
Anastasia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Alexandra W.
Oakdale, CT
$22/hr • 3 yrs exp
As a dedicated childcare provider with three years of experience, my passion lies in supporting families and fostering the development of young minds. My journey into caregiving began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my knack for nurturing and engaging with children. Now, as a mother of two boys aged two and...
Alexandra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi, parents! My name is Emma G and I am currently a junior at the University of Connecticut. I am a very friendly and energetic 19-year-old looking for a babysitter or nanny position! I have about 8 years of experience with kids ages 0-14. I am extremely responsible and mature. I always know how to handle unforeseen struggles...
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Full-time graduate student for applied developmental psychology. I worked at a daycare and after school program for 4 years during high school and college working with newborns through 5th grade. Duties included meal preparation and assistance as needed as well as educational and recreational activity planning and...
Gretchen can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Gretchen is caring and compassionate. She's a hard worker. She goes above and beyond of what is expected of her."
Rachel B.
5.0
(4)
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have know Julia since she was a little girl. I had been her gymnastics coach up until her high school graduation. She is a hard worker, very polite, caring, kind and a very funny person. Genuinely sweet. She had worked some birthday parties for us before she...
earl C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a college student from New Hampshire going to school for education. I have babysat for a few families since their kids were born to now, 1-12 years old. I love watching children learn and play and facilitating that, part of the reason for my love of teaching. I am fun and outgoing , creative, reliable, honest, and caring. I...
Morgan can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Morgan to watch our our 18 mo and 6 yo. Our whole family was so sad to see her go when her classes were back in session. Morgan is energetic, kind, and engages very well with children. We have had a few sitters this past year and Morgan is, by far, one...
Nathan G.
5.0
(1)
I am a mother to three children of my own. I have been a CNA/PCA since I was 18 years old. I have experience with adaptive equipment and multiple special needs. I have a passion for helping others.
Mariah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
CNA
5.0
"She's been a huge help watching my toddler while I work. She's been reliable and helped on short notice a few occasions! She's been flexible during unforeseen schedule changes and offered a thorough report on our child's day. If you have a young child they'll be in...
Elaine K.
Emily L.
Norwich, CT
$24/hr • 10 yrs exp
Taking A Break From Working In Education And Going Back To Being A Nanny
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as nurturing, responsible, and fun.
I have availability in the mornings and evenings for before and after school care for bus pick ups
I started working with kids when I was 16 as a local babysitter. I then worked my way from working at a daycare for a few years and onto public and private schools....
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Emily took care of my 3 boys for years, I wish would could have kept her forever! She is responsible and caring, highly recommend! "
Care member
Taylor B.
Norwich, CT
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Taylor and I have worked in the childcare for three years as a toddler teacher. Although my classroom is 1. 5-2. 5-year-olds I have had the opportunity to work with all age groups. I also worked as a nanny for a family for 6 months. I currently hold my CDA (child development associate). I have a professional...
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Julia C.
New London, CT
$18-25/hr • 15 yrs exp
Former Children's Museum Educator With Tons Of Caretaking Experience
5.0
(10)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I am the eldest of 13 Cousins and have been baby sitting for as long as I can remember unofficially, and in a more formal capacity. I have experience caring for newborns all the way up to middle schoolers, and I have a great deal of experience with special needs and spectrum children as well. I am comfortable one on one as well...
Julia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Julia did awesome with my boys, they get very excited when we let them know she is coming to look after them. I am so happy we found such a kind, caring, and dependable person to watch over my little ones when mom and dad need a night away."
Marissa G.
5.0
(1)
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, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.3
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm Linda B a skilled and knowledgeable child caregiver looking for either a full-or part-time babysitting/nanny position. I have over 18 years of professional experience working as License Foster Care Parent and providing excellent care, an absolutely safe environment, fun and entertainment and education to young children....
Linda can also help with: Travel
5.0
"Linda has been watching for children for over 16 years. She is an amazing caretaker and she respects and follows the rules I have set for my children. I am very funny about who watches my children, but she makes me feel at ease and I have no concerns. I wouldn’t...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Carly, I'm 34 years old my family and I just moved to gales ferry CT. I have 3 children, 2 boys (6 and 9) and a baby girl, who was just born July 11th. My husband in the Coast Guard. I have been babysitting for 20 years, And started nannying full time and/or part time 16 years ago. I truly love being a nanny, I...
Carly can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Carly was and is the best! My husband and I have one child and she was awesome with him. She had to work long hours because of our jobs and was always on time and flexible with our ever-changing schedules. She also brought her own son to nanny at our house,...
Colleen R.
Gianna P.
New London, CT
$17-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I worked as a nanny for three separate infants. The first was a little girl, but she got accepted into day care at about 9 months of age. However, I found my time there to be very rewarding and I learned a lot. I worked from 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. , and I also did some light housework. I would dress the baby, feed her, play...
Gianna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Gianna is an absolutely wonderful nanny and person. She has been nannying for our son for ~10 months, and we couldn't have asked for a better caregiver. She is reliable, loving, energetic, kind, flexible, thoughtful, the list goes on and on. We are beyond sad to...
Lindsay R.
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! I am an elementary school special education teacher looking to make some extra money to help me save for the future. I have been babysitting for over 10 years, from high school to grad school! My experience ranges from infants to preteens, and from only children to large families, so I am comfortable and prepared to...
Allison can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Julia D.
Waterford, CT
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a graduate of University of Tampa with a Bachelor of Science in Allied Health. I am certified in CPR, first aid and trauma. I started babysitting when I was 13 and I have experience with all ages! I have worked as an after school nanny, a date night sitter, a parent helper, as well as I have worked at a daycare with...
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Angela. I am an RN who is looking to switch careers. I currently work as a substitute teacher, and part time in the public library. I am applying to go back to school to get my masters in Library and Information Systems. I love being around kids, and helping others! In my free time, I like being outside, coloring,...
Angela can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Sydney D.
Niantic, CT
$18-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Friendly, Fun And Energetic Babysitter Home For Winter Break!
Hello! My name is Sydney, and I am a recent college graduate looking to stay busy after work/on the weekends. I am friendly, fun, patient, reliable, and energetic! I used to work as a nursery caregiver during high school and babysat for families while attending college as well.
Skills:
First Aid
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Oakdale, CT
Gretchen M.
5.0
She's an amazing sweet person! Patient and very attentive with the girls! Definitely a person who is trustworthy!
- Nashira R.
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.
Morgan C.
5.0
We hired Morgan to watch our our 18 mo and 6 yo. Our whole family was so sad to see her go when her classes were back in session. Morgan is energetic, kind, and engages very well with children. We have had a few sitters this past year and Morgan is, by far, one of our absolute favorites! Will be...
- Nathan G.
Mariah M.
5.0
She's been a huge help watching my toddler while I work. She's been reliable and helped on short notice a few occasions! She's been flexible during unforeseen schedule changes and offered a thorough report on our child's day. If you have a young child they'll be in good hands with her!
- Elaine K.
Emily L.
5.0
Emily took care of my 3 boys for years, I wish would could have kept her forever! She is responsible and caring, highly recommend!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Oakdale, CT
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Oakdale, CT?
You can review 4 after school babysitter profiles near you in Oakdale, 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 Oakdale, CT?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Oakdale, CT is $19.25. 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 Oakdale, 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 Oakdale, CT on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Oakdale, 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 Oakdale, CT can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Oakdale, CT?
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