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60 babysitters are listed in Canton, CT
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Canton, CT
5.0
(7)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Kaylee! I'm so excited to spend time with your children while you work, relax on vacation, have a date night or just need a day out of the house.
I have over 17 years of experience babysitting children ages 0-12 years old. I love spending time outside, exploring, crafting, reading and playing games together. Sitting...
Kaylee can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Kaylee is so great with our two girls (ages 2 and 4). They adore her. Kaylee is also very professional and cleans up after the kids which is super helpful. "
Heather Q.
Hello Parents! My name is Lilli, I grew up in West Hartford, and I am currently a Senior at Tun xis Community College. I have always babysat for my two younger brothers and other families in my neighborhood growing up. As of my first year of college, I work for HARC in the summer, in their summer camp for disabled children. I am...
Lillian can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Katherine F.
Canton, CT
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Good morning!
I became a childcare provider because I have a deep passion for nurturing and supporting the growth of young minds.
I am in school for early education. I am CPR certified and med certified. I have my own transportation.
I'd describe myself as having a patient and calm demeanor, which I believe creates a...
Katherine can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Caron R.
Canton, CT
$30-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm a childcare provider with five years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for childcare stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles and my last two years as a preschool teacher. I believe in supporting families and providing a reliable, hands on, safe childcare option for them.
I'm...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Keirah, and I am 23 years old. I am currently in college pursuing education to get my Early Childhood Education Degree. I have 2 years experience in licensed daycare centers and 3 years experience babysitting, age groups vary from NB-14 years old. I am CNA and CPR/First Aid Certified! I also love animals so if you...
Keirah can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Rileigh G.
Canton, CT
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
College Student Seeking To Make Your Child's Life Fun And Yours Easy!
I am a very reliable, positive, and patient 20-year-old college student. I have experience caring for children from the ages of 6 months to 12 years. I also have experience working with kiddos that have apraxia, autism, and down-syndrome. I love working with kids and providing them with a safe, creative, and fun environment for...
Rileigh can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hi! My name is Olivia I am 23 years old from Canton! I attended school here K-12 and played varsity soccer all four seasons! After I graduated in 2019 from Canton High School I attended Community College and spent about 3 years there to pursue some sort of medical career since my mom and sister are both amazing nurses! After the...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi all! My name is Sam and I have over 10 years of experience in babysitting and special needs care. I am a mental health counselor specializing in children's behavioral health and have significant experience working with children of all ages and abilities. Specifically, I have worked with children with ADHD, ODD, depression,...
Sam can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She has helped out with Vacation Bible School and in the church nursery. She is very good with children. Dependable, mature, caring and loving. I've watched her grow up into a very responsible teen. I would definitely hire her to watch our children here at the...
Cynthia D.
5.0
(1)
Fully booked. Not able to add new families at this time.
Retired special education teacher available to assist your family with childcare. I raised two fabulous children to adulthood and now I get to spoil my adorable grandson from time to time!
I've been CPR certified numerous times but am not currently. I'm willing to...
Maryellen can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"I highly recommend Maryellen. She is a wonderful caregiver for our teenage son who has autism. Her gentle and patient approach draws him out and she gets him involved in different activities during the day."
Seth S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I have worked for years as a part-time nanny for four families living in the Farmington Valley, as well as being employed in various childcare/nursery school facilities.
It has been a joy to work with children of all ages, watching them grow up, both physically and emotionally, and to be a part of their interacting...
Nancy can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Nancy is an excellent caregiver! My kids love her and my family is very lucky to have found her. I would absolutely recommend Nancy."
Christina L.
Eliza P.
West Hartford, CT
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I absolutely love kids and worked at summer camp for the past two years as a counselor for the 2-3-year-old age group. I also have experience babysitting children ages 4-8, but know also how to take care of all age groups.
Eliza can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Helped me out on short notice. Well-spoken and friendly; Easy to work with, arrived on-time."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am an empty nester having raised three children with my youngest boarding in Marion MA.. I have always loved caring for children. In my early teens and twenties I cared regularly for a toddler and newborn which was so rewarding. While earning my Psychology degree in Boston I worked with a company that offered babysitting...
Laura can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"We enjoyed meeting Laura and she interacted with our daughter during the interview, without a cry, which indicates our daughter felt comfortable with her, in addition to us. As a mother, she brings first hand-experience. Unfortunately our position will require...
Eileen A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I've worked with children for over 10 years from in a camp setting to classroom. I've also worked in a group home setting with individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities. I'm available after 5 p.m. during the week and the weekends.
Lori can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very professional and communicative. Have hired several times would highly recommend."
Earl W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
- I love getting outdoor time whenever possible
- I enjoy doing arts and crafts
- My caregiving approach focuses on understanding and respecting children's emotions while setting and maintaining appropriate boundaries with them
- I have a 2-year-old daughter that would need to come with me most days. She is very sweet and loves...
Joy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Joy is phenomenal! Joy babysat my two children, age 5 and 3. She was so helpful, caring and attentive. My kids loved playing with her! Joy is a natural caretaker, and is communicative and professional."
Katie C.
5.0
(1)
I truly would appreciate if you choose me to watch your child or children. I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having someone trustworthy watching their little ones. I am First Aid/CPR trained certified. I enjoy arts and crafts, walks, nature, etc
I am a mother of my own children and have lots of...
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have years of experience as a teacher and mom, starting as a head day care teach in NY. After moving to CT, to raise a family, I worked with children who had learning differences for 12 years, and now substitute teach. I am fully vaccinated, boosted, and stay physically fit. I took the CPR and first aid class at the Red Cross....
Dianne can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Dianna has helped us for three months to take care of my 1 year old daughter. She has been very punctual and reliable. She communicated with us all the schedules ahead of time. She helped my baby by giving her meals and food, playing with her outside, teaching...
Song C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi,
I am a seasoned nanny of nearly a decade of experience with consistent employment with several local families. I have raised three very successful children who are adults now.
I understand the importance of building a strong bond with children I care for and strive to create a safe and nurturing environment for them to...
Harriet can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Harriet is an amazing mother, a thoughtful, caring and supportive woman, who takes her job as a caregiver for children seriously, with a great deal of warmth, and knowledge. She easily understands how to keep your children entertained, or if necessary, can also...
Dianne R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old and am looking for a part time job while I am in school. I have driven kids to their after school activities and been in charge of preparing them for their activities.
Sorelle can also help with: Carpooling
5.0
"Sorelle was above and beyond excellent for our family. She was wonderful with our kids. Always on time, attentive, kind and eager to do a great job. She had fantastic communication skills. We could not have asked for more."
Jesse D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children for over 10+years. I am CPR/AED certified, a volunteer firefighter and going to school for my EMT license. I have cared for children from newborn-15 years of age. I have many references that I can share with you.
Nora can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Nora was nothing short of amazing. She cared for my daughter (1.5 years) and my friend's son (2 years) while we were vacationing in the area. She is warm, compassionate, reliable, highly qualified, dependable and intelligent. If we lived closer, we would hire her...
Kristin R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
**Availability starts in early January 2025 and will be less than 10 hours per week due to my internship as a therapist!**
Hello, my name is Rebecca, and I am thrilled that you are considering me to be a caregiver for your children.
I make sure to interact patiently and respectfully with the children in my care, as creating an...
Rebecca can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Rebecca cared for my infant and often also cared for my toddler. Rebecca was a great fit with the family. She engaged both my kiddos in age appropriate ways to build their confidence and meet milestones. She was conscientious, reliable and a great playmate....
Catherine D.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Canton, CT
Kaylee G.
5.0
Kaylee was fantastic with our 21 month old. She played with her and took her for walks while we got to enjoy the beach. She was great and we will be calling her again when we are back in the area!
- Jennifer B.
Sam O.
5.0
She has helped out with Vacation Bible School and in the church nursery. She is very good with children. Dependable, mature, caring and loving. I've watched her grow up into a very responsible teen. I would definitely hire her to watch our children here at the church.
- Cynthia D.
Maryellen S.
5.0
I highly recommend Maryellen. She is a wonderful caregiver for our teenage son who has autism. Her gentle and patient approach draws him out and she gets him involved in different activities during the day.
- Seth S.
Nancy Z.
5.0
Nancy is an excellent caregiver! My kids love her and my family is very lucky to have found her. I would absolutely recommend Nancy.
- Christina L.
Eliza P.
5.0
Helped me out on short notice. Well-spoken and friendly; Easy to work with, arrived on-time.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Canton, CT:
How can I find a Canton babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Canton, CT can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 7 babysitters in Canton, CT on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Canton, CT?
The average rate for Canton, CT babysitters on Care.com is $20.43 per hour as of November 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Canton, CT?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Canton, CT through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Canton, CT babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Canton, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.