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Alyssa D.


Bloomfield, CT

$20/hr15 yrs exp

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I have been privileged to craft a career working to empower and educate young people. I have experience working with youth ages 3-18 in a variety of settings, including summer camps, schools, and after-school programming. In my full time role, I serve as the Program Director at a nonprofit providing crisis counseling, advocacy,...
Alyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a caretaker with four years of experience, I strive to create a safe and nurturing environment for children. My passion for childcare stems from my positive babysitting experiences with the families I have watched and a genuine desire to make a difference in children's lives. I am studying Elementary Education and I think...
Charlotte can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hi! My name is Victoria, and I'm an 18-year-old child care provider with two years of hands-on experience working at a daycare. And many other years of babysitting family. I've had the privilege of working with children of all ages, helping them learn, grow, and have fun in a safe, supportive environment. I'm passionate about...
Victoria can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

Worked in a before and after school program for 8 years, working with students from pre-k to 4th. 25 years old
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

My name is Jackie and I have been babysitting for several years but never professionally. I am full of energy and I'm sure your children are too! I'm great with after school care and help with homework. I also do late nights so you can have a date night!
Jacqueline can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
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Janeleen N.


Manchester, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/sitter!

5.0

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

February 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...
Janeleen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Janeleen took care of our 18 month old daughter on our wedding day and overnight. We could not have asked for more - she followed our schedule, entertained our daughter, and made sure our daughter got to enjoy the day/night as much as we did. This was our first...

Shane C.

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Jacqueline P.


Burlington, CT

$23-38/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 6 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, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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...

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Anne F.


Terryville, CT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi. My name is Anne and I am the mother of two grown children. I worked for over 25 years with children in the Avon public school system as a paraeducator. I currently work at a small special education school in Terryville. . I have experience providing before-school, after-school, and evening childcare. I am comfortable...
Anne can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Anne, came every morning on time and got my 3 kids to school even when there were being difficult. She was dependable and we only let her go because we are moving. Great sitter."

Maureen A.

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Amy R.


Granby, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Dependable, Punctual, And Kind Nanny Available Now!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

As a childcare worker for over a decade I started off working in Public Schools as a Before/After School Program Leader along with working as a STEM teacher in summer camp. Next I worked in daycares as both a Lead Infant/Toddler Teacher and as a Floating Teacher. Most recently I was a Math/Reading Interventionist, giving...
Amy can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We have been searching for a sitter for quite some time, and Amy has been the most amazing fit. She is knowledgeable, caring, and willing to help in various situations, even on short notice. She has made a solid connection with our son, and he is very comfortable...

Steve D.

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Kirstin T.


East Hampton, CT

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

A Caregiver Who Thinks Working With Children Is The Most Rewarding Thing She's Ever Done.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am the Co-Director and Head Teacher at a child care center. I work there full time co-teaching our Preschool class with the Director of the program, and then being the Head Teacher of the After School program. I have experience with children ages newborn to 16 years of age. I've babysat overnights, and managed to feed...
Kirstin can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Kira is the dream sitter! She's reliable, responsible, and thoughtful. She drives, cooks, and cleans up so well that you might even think she decided to take the kids out for dinner instead. On top of that, my kids adore her!"

Sarah S.

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Nekea J.


Vernon Rockville, CT

$21/hr10 yrs exp

I'm The Fun Sitter That You Need

Personality, honest, creative, ambitious I like working with kids because they keep you on your feet. I love seeing there faces light up when they learn new things. I've worked with children over 10 years in windsor public schools. I'm looking for a job that's flexible and will let me bring my child with me. I started...
Nekea can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

Early Education

5.0
"Nekea J. Is an incredibly compassionate and sincere person that takes pride on her work. She is always willing to go the extra mile and provide daughter-like care for her clients. I recommend her completely."

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Erica B.


Bristol, CT

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time (After School) Care Taker

Have Babysat for over 10 years with ages from toddlers to 12-year-olds. I am a teacher and soccer coach as well!
Erica can also help with: Travel
Skills:

CPR

Hello! I have over 9 years of experience working with kids and am currently a public school teacher. I can help with after school, date nights, weekends, homework, tutoring, fun activities and am comfortable driving.
Julia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience with both babysitting and working with children in classrooms and after school programs. I believe it's crucial to keep learning fun and interactive for children of all ages, and it's a challenge that I enjoy. Crafting is one of my personal favorite pastimes. And I am always up for a game (inside or out),...
Shelby can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
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Iva N.


Waterbury, CT

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been watching children for 4 years. I do that part time because a have a child my own. Usually care is after school. I help with homework, feed, play with them, and if it is needed I can drive them to activities, or play dates.
Iva can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Nicole L.


South Windsor, CT

$20-24/hr9 yrs exp

Happiness Is Always A Minimum!

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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Susan G.


Simsbury, CT

$25/hr20 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/Household Manager

I have worked with children for over 14 years. My work experience includes being an infant/toddler daycare teacher, nanny, administrator for several after school programs, household manager and as needed sitter. I hold a CT head teacher certificate for school-aged children.
Susan can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Gail P.


Bristol, CT

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare Provider

I have held positions as a child care provide with over 20 years experience in providing supervision and guidence in private home settings. I am dependable, trustworthy and caring. I have a flexible schedule and I can keep records of daily observations, incident reports and medications administered. I also have experience with...
Gail can also help with: Craft assistance
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Shannon H.


Windsor Locks, CT

$17-20/hr3 yrs exp

Childcare Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Shannon. I am a mom to one but she is all grown up now. I have years of childcare experience including care of children with special needs. I worked at Allied Rehabilitation Center in Enfield CT for 11 years. I was responsible for the care of many people of all ages with multiple diagnosis including development delays,...
Shannon can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Alyssa B.


Middletown, CT

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Warm-Heated & Animated Sitter!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

34 years old; my name is Alyssa and I'm huge child at heart, with several years of working with children under my belt. I started in my teens watching our neighbors kids and working into babysitting in neighboring towns and became a live-in nanny for twin boys, until they moved. I worked after school programs, volunteered at the...

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Most recent reviews for after school child care in West Hartford, CT

Janeleen N.

5.0

I have 3 children, 2, 4, and 6. Three young children can be a handful for some sitters, but Janeleen is wonderful with them and can handle the energy of little kids. When she arrives, she immediately starts helping with meals, playtime, or distracting the youngest so we can scoot out. When we...

- Colleen M.

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

Anne F.

5.0

Anne, came every morning on time and got my 3 kids to school even when there were being difficult. She was dependable and we only let her go because we are moving. Great sitter.

- Maureen A.

Amy R.

5.0

We have been searching for a sitter for quite some time, and Amy has been the most amazing fit. She is knowledgeable, caring, and willing to help in various situations, even on short notice. She has made a solid connection with our son, and he is very comfortable with her. We would highly recommend...

- Steve D.

Kirstin T.

5.0

Kira is AMAZING! She is by far my kids favorite sitter. When she is here I don't have to worry about anything. She plays with them the whole time and even brings activities. The last time she sat for them she made pop-overs that my daughter had a recipe for in her library book. She even makes...

- Ashley M.

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