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60 babysitters are listed in Colchester, VT
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Colchester, VT
Hallie C.
South Burlington, VT
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Seeking Summer 2025 Position. MS Education, 10+ Years Exp. & Excellent References.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am the oldest of 3. I started babysitting my brother and sister and eventually neighbors and children of family friends. I spent many summers as a full time nanny. I have experience with newborns, twins, toddlers, teenagers and everything in between. I love children. I have been fortunate to have great experiences with...
Hallie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Hallie worked for us FT as a nanny for our newborn daughter and young dog from May - September 2016. We could not be any happier with Hallie's punctuality, attention to detail, ability to multi-task, and most importantly her ability to engage and care for our...
Andrew R.
Molly S.
Burlington, VT
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Sitter Looking For A Family Needing Help This Fall!
5.0
(1)
Hello ! I am a 29-year-old living in Catskill, NY looking to find work helping a family :) I love being outside, cooking, reading, and getting creative. I have worked with kids in many different ways in my life and am looking to find a family that needs not only help with their kids but someone to make their lives a little...
Molly can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have known Molly for a number of years. She watched my son when he was only a few months old, and I felt totally comfortable leaving him with her. She is so great with him, and was totally confident in changing diapers and giving bottles. I've always known Molly...
Juliet S.
5.0
(3)
Hello, my name is Layla.
I am 22 years old and have been working with children for the past 6 years, I am a lead pre-school teacher. I have worked as a lead teacher for 1 1/2 years and as an assistant for two years prior to that.
I began working with children at 16, babysitting around my neighborhood and within my family.
I am...
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Layla is absolutely fantastic with children!! She took such great care and attention to my very busy 3 year old. He was asking for her again and again for the following days. She had the best activities lined up to keep everyone busy and having fun. She truly...
Care member
Molly D.
Burlington, VT
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full-Time Preschool Teacher Available For Evening, Weekend & Vacation Jobs
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Molly. I am a full time Early Childhood Montessori teacher seeking employment with families around Chittenden County for nannying and babysitting during my summer break.
I have over 15 years of experience working with children both in the classroom and at home ages newborn to teenagers. I'm am passionate about...
Molly can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Molly is an amazing sitter. I am so glad she is back in town so that I can hire her again - my family will be thrilled!"
Paula O.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a University of Vermont graduate with a degree in psychology and am currently working toward my masters in special education. I love working with children and have years of experience with kids of various ages, disabilities, learning capacities, as well as with large groups. Some of my experiences include full...
Maia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Maia has been our nanny for a 2 and 3 yr. old for the past 9 months. To elaborate on the above, Maia was never late, and if she had to miss time, which was rare, she let us know with plenty of notice, and if possible found a time that was good for everyone. She's...
Shelby H.
4.4
(7)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Helen . I'm 24 & a recent graduate of University of Utah with my B. S. in Criminology & another in Gender Studies. I'm currently in need of some extra money & since I love working with kids & have an open schedule, I thought babysitting would be a great way to do so! I've been a full-time nanny & watched after children...
Helen can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Helen is awesome! She arrived on time and asked about my son's routine to start the day. Helen is super friendly and kept my son happy all day. We would love to have her back!"
Miranda R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mother of 3 children. There is nothing better than making a child smile and see the joy of life through their eyes! I have done a few nanny/babysitting jobs in the last few years, I loved it. I do not mind helping with lighthouse care or meal preparation.
Maureen can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"She was marvelous. Came right in and was warm and friendly. You can tell she loves children. She was great with communication, on time, and my son took right to her. She also cleaned up which was wonderfully unexpected. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Hi all,
My name is Belle. and I am a junior studying nursing at UVM.
I have been working as a full time nanny for the past two summers and have been babysitting since I was 15. I have experience with many ages ranging from 3 months to 12 years old. I do have a car and can help out families! I am willing to help out with...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"WE LOVE HER! My partner mentioned how he loved how she played with our baby and was genuinely invested in his care. And honestly? She is an absolute delight! My kid thinks she is awesome and he is right! We have already decided to use her as back up. If you hire...
Meredith C.
5.0
(28)
Hired by 28 families in your neighborhood
I believe it is time to update my profile a little bit. My name is Maria and here is a little about myself. I moved to VT to complete an internship in order to graduate from school, a 6 month college experience turned into me building a life away from my family and home to raise one of my own.
I am a mom and that's by far the...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maria took care of our 3 kids (infant and 2 toddlers) during a family wedding. She was dependable, on time and flexible despite our changing schedule over a 3 day period. Our kids enjoyed being with her and she had good intuition for what they needed. Would hire...
Solomon H.
Lillian M.
Burlington, VT
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have been providing care to children ages 6 months - 12 years for the past eight years including experience caring for multiple children. I am currently attending school for psychology and studio art and will be graduating in the spring of 2023. I also work at a bakery part time and in my free time enjoy rock climbing, skiing,...
Lillian can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lilly is wonderful!! She is an absolute natural with young kids; they're just drawn to her. She is extremely mature for her age, as well as grounded, responsible, creative, and playful. She creates a very stimulating environment for our kids which includes lots of...
Shelby G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Michelle. I became a nanny three years ago after spending over five years working with toddlers in a licensed childcare center. I have a certificate in Early childhood development, I am CPR and first aid certified, love dogs, and I have experience nannying for twins! I love doing arts/crafts, being outside,...
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Michelle was great! She was a summer nanny for our 1 year old twins who are terrors. She was timely, competent and sweet. We have her back as often as we can to sneak out for the day or for dates. She's also great with our 3 1/2 year old. Michelle made time to...
Anna B.
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Danielle! I've been babysitting for young children for about 10 years now and have worked three full-time summer jobs as a nanny. I graduated from The University of Vermont as a Studio Art and English major, so I can help the children with their reading, writing, and am good with making fun artistic crafts. I was...
Dani can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We absolutely recommend Dani for your childcare needs! Dani was a summer time nanny for our two kids and helped us with many weeks of coverage with two very active kids. We were so glad to have her and her expertise!
"
William H.
Grace S.
Burlington, VT
$18-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Grace, and i'm a rising Junior at UVM majoring in Environmental Science. I have been working with young children since I was in 8th grade when I started teaching swim lessons in group and private settings. That means I am more than happy to provide lessons for anyone I'm babysitting for as well :) Additionally, I...
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I can't say enough positive things about Grace. We were in Woodstock for three weeks with our toddler and newborn. Grace spent mornings with our toddler and did several "date nights" putting both the kids to bed. She was always on time, extremely communicative, and...
Nina J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! I'm Kelly, and I've been working as a nanny for 5 years. Right now, I'm full-time with twin newborns, but I'm looking to pick up some occasional babysitting on weeknights and weekends.
I just graduated from Saint Michael's College with a degree in Environmental Science, and I'm all about being active and spending...
Kelly can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"I can't say how amazing she is! Kelly is exactly what my family needed! She handled my two sons, 4 & 6, with ease! I definitely observed a genuine love for kids from her. She is a very good communicator, super patient, and very flexible. Kelly has a nurturing...
Marcus B.
Ava M.
Williston, VT
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ava , I am a full time student at Endicott College; majoring in exercise science. When I am not at school I live in Williston, Vermont. I am looking for a FT/ PT/ or date night child care position. I have 3 years of experience from a variety of ages, mostly with 3+. I have my own reliable car, with a clean driving...
Ava can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We needed care at short notice and Ava did a wonderful job with our children! She was prompt, polite and pleasant. I would definitely hire Ava again."
Katrina G.
Kristen P.
Milton, VT
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi- my name is Kristen! I have have worked as a camp counselor at a ski resort for 3-5-year-old children, as well as working in church ministries for 3-5-year-olds. Both of these positions required designing and leading age appropriate activities for kids, watching children while swimming and other play, preparing snacks, and...
Kristen can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"My kids love Kristen. She is fully engaged with them while she is here. She is also great with meals and bedtime. My kids feel safe with her. She is a genuine and kind girl who we trust completely. Highly recommend her!"
Katie L.
Anna V.
Winooski, VT
$20-35/hr • 13 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was in my early teens, and have always loved spending time with kids -- whether they're 3 months old or 12 years old. I grew up in Vermont, and got my degree at NYU. I live in Winooski, and my partner is in grad school at St Michael's College. I am calm, responsible, and happy to help with...
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel & more
5.0
"I hired Anna while visiting from out of state to watch my three year old son while my husband and I went to a wedding. She went above and beyond to make me feel comfortable about hiring a sitter in a new town/state and she was wonderful with my son. I would highly...
James S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am Dariana, a recent graduate from UVM with a bachelor of science in early childhood education and a teaching license. My license is for early childhood, or children birth-grade 3.
I have experience with the Reggio-Emilia method, and I am familiar with best practices in preschool education. I have been both a head preschool...
Dariana can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Dariana to take care of our two daughters (3 and 6 years old). She made our girls feel so comfortable right away. She was in tune with their needs and played with them and engaged with them the whole time she was here. She's a great communicator and always...
Agnes B.
Beatrice Z.
Burlington, VT
$13-18/hr • 6 yrs exp
STEM Student With 4+ Years Childcare Experience Excited To Contribute!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Bea.
To speak on my past experience and qualifications, I have worked with children for over eight years, with six years of paid nannying experience.
Additionally, I have six years of experience working as a private tutor for students elementary through high school ages, two years as a children's art instructor...
Beatrice can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling
Valerie S.
Essex Junction, VT
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mom Of Two Boys Moving Toward Being An Empty Nester
5.0
(1)
I'm a mother of two boys ready to leave the nest and looking to branch out. I've a degree in early childhood education and decades of experience teaching and caring for young children. I'm creative, fun, and would love to help you. Please contact me to see how I can meet your needs.
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Val is absolutely amazing! She is caring for our infant and she is so patient, gentle, and nurturing. We feel she is extremely trustworthy. She knows all the tricks for caring for a baby and we feel our little one is safe in her care. ☺️"
Adelaide D.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Colchester, VT
Hallie C.
5.0
Hallie worked for us FT as a nanny for our newborn daughter and young dog from May - September 2016. We could not be any happier with Hallie's punctuality, attention to detail, ability to multi-task, and most importantly her ability to engage and care for our newborn. Hallie was never late, on time...
- Andrew R.
Molly S.
5.0
I have known Molly for a number of years. She watched my son when he was only a few months old, and I felt totally comfortable leaving him with her. She is so great with him, and was totally confident in changing diapers and giving bottles. I've always known Molly to be an extremely hard worker and...
- Juliet S.
Layla S.
5.0
Layla is absolutely fantastic with children!! She took such great care and attention to my very busy 3 year old. He was asking for her again and again for the following days. She had the best activities lined up to keep everyone busy and having fun. She truly cares about children and their best...
- Care member
Molly D.
5.0
Molly is an amazing sitter. I am so glad she is back in town so that I can hire her again - my family will be thrilled!
- Paula O.
Maia E.
5.0
Maia is great with all ages of children. She has experience with special needs youth, is creative and brings a great energy. Maia is dependable, responsible, and fun to be around.
- Amanda B.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Colchester, VT:
How can I find a Colchester babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Colchester, VT 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 12 babysitters in Colchester, VT 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 Colchester, VT?
The average rate for Colchester, VT babysitters on Care.com is $19.08 per hour as of April 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 Colchester, VT?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Colchester, VT 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.
Ratings for Colchester, VT babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Colchester, VT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.