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60 babysitters are listed in Cheshire, CT
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Cheshire, CT
4.9
(7)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced caregiver of 10+ years to all ages ranging from infants to teens. I have skills to connect and uplift children making them feel comfortable and safe to express themselves through activities and play. I will pay attention to your child's interests and engage in productive activities with them. Nurturing their...
Danielle can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Danielle was on time and easy to communicate our needs with. She was great!"
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 11 years old. When I was 18, I spent a year as an aide in a school for children with special needs; it was a very rewarding experience. As a mom of four, I continued caring for others' children to help supplement the family income. Now, as a certified nurse's aide working with the elderly, I...
Meghan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"I've known Meghan for quite some years now. Originally I brought her in to help care for my ailing Grandparents and she stayed with us for a few years and as time went on she transitioned into the role of caring for my children/household when I returned to work....
Nicole C.
5.0
(3)
I have a son that was born in October 2023 and would like him to come with me. I have over a decade of childcare experience in multiple situations; as a mother's helper, in day care centers, WFH situations, and when parents go into the office. Ages 3m-14yrs. I have been responsible for up to four children at one time with their...
Colleen can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Great with girls. VERY flexible with schedule. She cooked well for us and was to learning new meals. I already miss her."
Eric E.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Jade I am 24 years old. I graduated with a Bio molecular science degree at CCSU. I am currently pursuing a nursing degree. I have been babysitting for 6+ years. I have experience with infants, twins, toddlers and older children. I am CPR certified. I would describe myself as patient, kind and reliable. I love...
Jade can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jade watched our 2 year old son and I cannot speak highly enough of her. First and foremost, my son adored her and looked forward to spending time with her everyday. Jade was very patient and loving towards him. She always kept him engaged in productive activities...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting and caring for children since I was 16 years old. I have experience with children from the age of 5 weeks to 14 years old.
Autumn can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Autumn handles our 3 children and our home with such fantastic care. My kids have lots of activities and she manages their day so well. She is flexible when my schedule changes last minute and is happy to adjust. I'm very lucky to have her helping my family."
Larissa R.
Anne F.
Terryville, CT
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
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.
Kimberly F.
Bristol, CT
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hi my name is Kimberly. I have been baby sitting since I was 12 and have many nieces and nephews who I adore. I am 37 years old and am looking for a fun job with kids. I don't have any kids of my own but love them. I love any and all activities when it comes to the kids. I have my associates in early childhood and have been in...
Kimberly can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
4.0
"Kim is a kind generous person. She is very reliable and responsible. She works when she can and picks up overtime. She is a hard worker. "
aahley L.
Brittany S.
Bristol, CT
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have a Masters Degree in Elementary Education! I have been working with children since I was 18 and absolutely adore them :)
I love teaching children and watching them grow!
Hope I get to know you :)
Brittany can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"After knowing Brittany for a number of years, her personality is very brightening. She is a very likable person who knows how to make others smile. Brittany is always determined to get a job done and knows how to do it well to anyone's expectation. "
Cassidy F.
Corina L.
Bristol, CT
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny Available For Summer And Throughout Year !
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Corina and I am 32 years old. I am actively searching for my next childcare opportunity. Whether it be full or part time I am open to discussion I have been a nanny for 10 years and also have experience working in a preschool and daycare setting. I am a very reliable, organized and nurturing caregiver. I...
Corina can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"We hired Corina to care for our 9 month old daughter, J., in April 2018, and she has truly become part of our family and the best nanny we ever could have hoped for. Our daughter took to her immediately and Corina has been absolutely wonderful with her over the...
Kara H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a fun and energetic graduate student working towards my Ph. D. I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old. I also have experience as a substitute teacher, a program aide for after-school care, and coaching various youth sports. I love playing sports, doing outdoor activities, and having fun with crafts!...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was excellent, a hidden gem in this babysitting community."
Care member
Paola A.
Hamden, CT
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have a beautiful family, my husband, two boys 21 years old and 6 years old. I have been working as a babysitter for 10 years, I love interacting with kids and learning from them, I enjoy doing crafts with them, taking them for a walk, playing, reading. I can make their food, feed them, give them a bath.
thank you for...
Paola can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Paola was taking care of my one year old daughter for a several months. She is a reliable, respectful and very responsible person.
My daughter loved playing with her! She was always happy to see her!
Paola always went above and beyond the call of duty. When my...
Agnes K.
Genienne G.
Southington, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 20 years experience in childcare and special needs. Newborn to high school age. I have worked in Special Education and have prior Nanny experience. I feel working with children is such an important and rewarding job. I am responsible, warm and creative. I have a background in Music and Art. I also enjoy swimming and...
5.0
"Genienne was so helpful being able to cover a last-minute afternoon with my 3 year old. He felt immediately comfortable (and so did I) and they had a great time together. Highly recommend, and we hope to see Genienne again!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I reside in the town of Wolcott in which I also raised my own two children who are now young adults. I am recently retired from my 33 years as an office manager in the medical field. I am very interested in working part time with children.
I am a young 58-year-old woman with lots of energy and I have a fun and silly...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Very nice and friendly, very personable. Would definitely recommend her."
Kate P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience babysitting kids as young as 10 months. I currently work full-time as a nurse.
Mia can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hi I'm Jamilee! I am a mama to a sweet boy, looking for some income. I used to be a daycare teacher but decided I would like to do one on one :) I can do many things including singing, dancing, drama and theater, cooking, baking, outdoor activities, and many more. I've done the preschool class at my school. Your child(ren) will...
Jamilee can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jamilee is very nurturing and has an amazing ability to calm and care for children of all ages."
Sarah G.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 23 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a recent college graduate and am looking for families who need help on Fridays/Saturdays/Sundays, or 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...
Melody can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"Melody was absolutely amazing with our baby boy. She was extremely communicative, always arrived on time and was careful to follow the routines we set. She was flexible to our son's needs as he grew and was always able to provide updates on his needs. We would not...
Brett P.
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as energetic, responsible and warm. In my spare time, I like to read, go into nature or listen to energy boosting podcasts. I'm looking for a job that allows me to also be a part time student.
I love working with kids because I see them as pure and the way their minds work is inspiring. I would love...
Solay can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Solay was an amazing babysitter. I am my younger brother's guardian and she took great care of him. She even helped out around the house knowing that I have a lot
of things on my plate. She is so considerate and got along very well with my brother."
Macy P.
5.0
(2)
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
"We hired Elisia in a pinch. She was great and even showed up early. Our two kids loved hanging out with her and played some games and crafts together. I will look forward to requesting her again and feel appreciative for the work she performed."
Matthew C.
5.0
(2)
Many years of experience including three in a daycare setting, and have been a private nanny for two different families. References available upon request!
Aleksandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Leksi is amazing. We would have kept her with us forever if she hadn't moved out of state. My kids (3 and 5) absolutely loved her and she made my life so much easier. She kept the kids engaged, always had arts and crafts up her sleeve, and was active. I came home...
Jessica Z.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with children from Newborns to 12 years old. My responsibilities for children ages 1-4 were providing personal care such as feeding, changing diapers, showering them, playing games, putting them to sleep. My responsibilities with children ages 5-12 include preparing their meals, helping with school work, playing...
Mona can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mona is an amazing person and we are so lucky to have her babysit our baby. She is sweet, smart, caring, fun and so attentive to our little one. We love how she interacts and talks to our son, we loved her from day one. She immediately fit right in with our...
Rob S.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Cheshire, CT
Danielle R.
5.0
Danielle was wonderful. This was our first time using a sitter but she quickly calmed my nerves. She was very easy to talk to, punctual, and professional. My kids loved her.
- Care member
Meghan S.
5.0
Meghan is amazing with kids, my daughters absolutely love her! My 4 year old gets so excited when she knows Meghan is coming, she actually plays with the kids the whole time and enjoys it. She always shows up with a smile, and is very friendly and helpful. Would recommend, 100%.
- Jessica T.
Colleen S.
5.0
Colleen served as a nanny to our 2 girls (ages 9 and 11) for 11 months. Her duties included picking them up from school and driving them home or to after school activities. Additionally, she played with them, assisted our 9 year old with school projects and prepped dinner for the family.
I would...
- Alice A.
Jade J.
5.0
Jade watched our 2 year old son and I cannot speak highly enough of her. First and foremost, my son adored her and looked forward to spending time with her everyday. Jade was very patient and loving towards him. She always kept him engaged in productive activities which helped him learn and grow....
- Care member
Autumn S.
5.0
Autumn is the absolutely best! She nannied for our three kids (3.5 year old twin girls and our 18 month boy) for the past several months. We would keep her forever but we are moving to Texas and are so sad that we can't take her with us. She was always on time, always very responsive, and most...
- Emily L.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Cheshire, CT:
How can I find a Cheshire babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Cheshire, 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 32 babysitters in Cheshire, 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 Cheshire, CT?
The average rate for Cheshire, CT babysitters on Care.com is $16.78 per hour as of January 2025. 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 Cheshire, CT?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Cheshire, CT through Care.com. As of 2025, 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.