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Babysitters in Columbia, CT

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Maggie M.


Columbia, CT

$16/hr6 yrs exp

I'm Maggie And I Am A Senior In College. I Am A Psych Major Concentrating On Child Development.

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I like working with kids to provide responsible care. From being an authority figure to friend, I want children I work with to feel comfortable and safe around me. I'm looking for a job that will make a difference in my life, and families lives. I strive to take the burden off parents by having a clean house when they get home...
Maggie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Alyssa M.


Willimantic, CT

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Making Your Lives Easier!

5.0

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Hi! I am currently a Senior at Eastern Connecticut State University. I have experience with children ages 2 months - 13 years. I have worked in elementary school settings as a classroom assistant and as an after-school program employee, therefore assisting with homework would be a breeze. I am reliable, organized and creative,...
Alyssa can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Alyssa is amazing with kids. She's a quick thinker, responsible, and so kind!"

Alexis P.

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Ashley S.


Bolton, CT

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had experience caring for children since I was 12 years old. I have always been around kids, whether it was children in my family, children of friends, or helping out in the day cares and nurseries at different places. I am comfortable caring for one or multiple children of varying age ranges, including newborn and...
Ashley can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Ashley is amazing with kids! She has a great attitude in general, and is fun and loving. She's wonderful to work with!"

Emily M.

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Shanelle T.


Windham, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Pet Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Shanelle and I am a Ph. D. student at UConn with a previous Masters in Environmental Biology. My undergraduate degree focused on both Zoology and Family & Child Studies. I have been nannying for about 10 years now and I love it! I am comfortable working with all ages, and can bring many fun ideas for playtime. I love...
Shanelle can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Shanelle was wonderful and nannies for us all summer while she was home. She was always on time, dependable and our daughter loved her! "

Megan S.

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Emily H.


Bolton, CT

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

I'm very experienced with babysitting kids & I am a mother myself! I have been babysitting for over 12 years now and I also have experience working at a daycare. I am experienced with all ages. I am very dependable & trust worthy & will treat your kids as if they are my own! I have a pretty flexible schedule & can even be...
Emily can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Great babysitter. Will use again. "

Joshua L.

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Susan S.


Colchester, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Child Caregiver/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 50+years old woman who has had many years of care giving/ caretaker in experience with all different kinds of children and adults. I have worked in schools, hospitals, agencies, and privately. I Have worked in various positions and also supervisory positions. I've worked for the last three years maintaining a household of...
Susan can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Susan rocks. Just what the doctor ordered. I wish she could clone herself. Thanks Susan!"

Susan S.

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Annie V.


Bolton, CT

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Flexible Sitter

Hello! I taught preschool at a local public school for the past 8 years. I have a Master's degree in Early Childhood Education from Eastern Connecticut State University. When working with children I enjoy playing outdoors, reading, and engaging in imaginative play. I also love children's music and enjoy a good mid-day dance...
Annie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Annie is still our kids favorite sitter! She was great with them and wonderful to work with."

Christi M.

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Irmina C.


Storrs Mansfield, CT

$13-18/hr5 yrs exp

Super Fun Sitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a first year School Psychology Masters student at Columbia University. I am currently located in Jersey City and love working with kids! I hope to meet you soon!
Irmina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Irmina was wonderful with my two kids (ages 1 and 5). The kids had fun and she was patient and kind. She even left my house cleaner than when she came which was extremely helpful!"

Crystal R.

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Amanda S.


Colchester, CT

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available Evenings And Weekends

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Amanda. I grew up in CT and I graduated from URI in 2018. I currently work remotely for a university in Boston and travel abroad four months a year (September-December). During high school and college, I was a resident camp counselor in New Hampshire and love working with kids! I have spent summers babysitting infants...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision
5.0
"Amanda was great! Very sweet, extremely punctual, and responsible."

Michelle L.

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Caitrin H.


Storrs Mansfield, CT

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As the oldest of 3 children, I've had experience taking care of my younger siblings, especially my brother from the time he was born until now. He is 11 years old and I am trusted to take care of him and his friends. I am very friendly and love to play with kids! I can do meal prep and provide transportation between school,...
Caitrin can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Caitrin has been wonderful with my two children ages 6 and 8. Each day she watches them, they look forward to their time with her. Caitrin spends time sitting with our daughter doing her homework, takes the time to sit with my son and play trucks. She is even...

Felicia B.

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Beth M.


Hebron, CT

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher Available To Tutor

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I have been teaching at the elementary level for 22 years. I have taught all subjects and have tutored students in reading and math, ages 7 to 12. Additionally, I am a certified TESOL teacher with experience teaching decoding and reading skills to speakers of other languages. I have worked with diverse groups of children...
5.0
"Beth has been caring for my two elementary school-aged sons for the past year in my home, and has been absolutely wonderful. My sons love spending time with her because she is fun-loving, funny, creative, active, warm, and flexible. Any family would be fortunate...

Jessica W.

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Anna D.


Windham, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Anna From Windham, CT

Hi I'm Anna! I'm very watchful, adventurous, and affectionate, I love little kids and can't wait to have some of my own. I am very confident and capable of watching children of any age. I love seeing how every child is different and how each one thinks. I moved out here from Washington state where I babysat a little girl from...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Really great with watching my 4 kids, 1-10 years old!"

Alex C.

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Ashelyn D.


Mansfield Center, CT

$18-36/hr8 yrs exp

Empathetic, Engaging, And Educated

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My 8 years of experience began when I was in high school, I volunteered at a daycare and babysat for multiple families. I graduated from ECSU with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and a Studio Art Minor. In school I excelled in classes about infant and childhood development and principles of learning. After graduation I worked...
Ashelyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
5.0
"Ashelyn is a fantastic nanny. She takes care of my 8-month old once a week and my daughter loves her and has a great time. Ashelyn takes her on walks, to the park, the library, and gives her lots of opportunities to play and socialize. She always shows up early and...

Kristin C.

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Ava P.


Coventry, CT

$18/hr1 yrs exp

.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've always had a passion for nurturing children's development. After a rewarding experience babysitting, I felt called to become a childcare provider. I strive to make a difference in children's lives by providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. My creative and friendly nature allows me to connect with children...
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Kallie J. C.


Willimantic, CT

$14-19/hr6 yrs exp

Care And Safety, All While Having Fun!

I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Crafts. I have been a teachers aide at my hometowns preschool for 4 years, ages ranging from 10 weeks to 5 years old. I have grown to love helping children succeed and learn. I have been a babysitter for 6 years, ages ranging from 6 weeks to 10 years old.
Kallie J. can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Katelyn H.


Colchester, CT

$18/hr5 yrs exp

Hello!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, Im Kate! I'm a 22-year-old artist living in Groton CT. I am a full time substitute teacher, paraprofessional, and future art educator! I often work with special education students as well. I've been babysitting for friends, family, and neighbors since I was 13. I have worked at a wide range of jobs, but my passion is working...
Katelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Janna D.


Colchester, CT

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Caring Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have many years of experience caring for children, including working as a head teacher at a daycare for two years, several families I've nannied/babysat for, volunteering in church nursery and Sunday school, and raising my own children as well. I also have a degree in early childhood education! I am currently a SAHM to my...
Janna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Emily R.


Storrs Mansfield, CT

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

Fun And Kind

My name is Emily. I am 24 years old. I have type 1 diabetes and have been around kids with disabilities my entire life so I am comftable caring for kids that have disabilities. I have also have lots of cousins of all different ages so I grew up in a big family and have experience taking care of kids from watching my cousins.
I'm 19 years old with 5 years of nannying and babysitting experience, working with children from infants to teens. I've handled daily care, overnight stays, homeschooling, cleaning, organizing, and creating activities. I'm committed to keeping children safe, healthy, and happy. Working with kids is my passion, and I believe they...
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Emily A.


Storrs Mansfield, CT

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Nannying

I have worked as a camp councilor for about 4 years through The Fairfield Parks and Recreation Center. I have also been a nanny for several years for multiple different families! I love to work with kids and I am very qualified to do so! I am currently a Communication student at The University of Connecticut. I am 21 years old...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Columbia, CT

Alyssa M.

5.0

Alyssa is amazing with kids. She's a quick thinker, responsible, and so kind!

- Alexis P.

Ashley S.

5.0

Ashley is amazing with kids! She has a great attitude in general, and is fun and loving. She's wonderful to work with!

- Emily M.

Shanelle T.

5.0

Shanelle was wonderful and nannies for us all summer while she was home. She was always on time, dependable and our daughter loved her!

- Megan S.

Emily H.

5.0

Emily started working with our family over four years ago as a date night sitter. She is punctual and very responsible. She is enthusiastic and fun with children - she takes the time to quickly learn what they like to do and engages children in fun activities. Emily transitioned with our family...

- Dorothy D.

Susan S.

5.0

Susan rocks. Just what the doctor ordered. I wish she could clone herself. Thanks Susan!

- Susan S.

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