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60 babysitters are listed in Derby, CT
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Derby, CT
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Cristina I'm 22 years old. I just graduated with my bachelors in psychology and am currently am going for my masters in school counseling. I have babysat/nannied various ages and love them all!! I don't mind running errands or taking the kids to their activities. I love animals and don't mind watching them as...
Cristina can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"Cristina is a very caring and outgoing individual. I have witnessed Cristina grab the attention of a room full of first graders on more then one occasion. She was not only very patient and kind, but extremely helpful. The kids gravitate towards her friendly and...
Kailee H.
4.8
(23)
Hired by 33 families in your neighborhood
Hi families! I am currently looking for a long term, consistent part-time as well as occasional/date night sitting.
I am American Heart Association Heart Saver (AHA) First Aid, CPR/AED Certified. I have my license and my own car with a clean driving record. I have years of experience working with kids varying from camps,...
Jessica can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jessica has been babysitting my children regularly for months, and I highly recommend her. She came in when we were in a pinch with childcare and made our lives so much easier as parents as she is punctual, responsible and great with our kids. She communicates...
Heather G.
I'd describe my personality as very respectful, responsible, and driven
I like working with kids because I like to be helpful and to make kids happy
I'm looking for a job that helps me to prepare for life a little better, and something that I like doing
I started working with kids when I was younger because of family that...
Madisyn can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Mary Carmen M.
Derby, CT
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development, and I'm excited to bring my experience and enthusiasm to this role. With three years of childcare experience and a background in babysitting, I'm confident in my ability to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your little ones.
My patient nature and calm...
Single mom of a teenage son and almost 4-year-old daughter. My daughter would accompany me to any jobs, she would be a great playmate for a child of any age and would likely help your child be more comfortable with a new face. We love arts and crafts, hide and seek, singing and dancing, water play, playground activities, pretend...
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Stephanie. I am a great babysitter. I also have a baby on the way myself. Babysitting will be a great job for me once my baby is here. It will allow me to care for your child as well as mine. This allows me to keep my baby from going to a a place were I don't known or trust the people watching her. I am a medical...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
I am a student at UConn majoring in Math Education! I have been taking care of my little cousins my whole life and have been student teaching for this past year. I love to work with children and also pets! I have a little energetic dog of my own.
With 10+ years of experience and a passion to one day be an educator, I'm a nanny who loves children and helping them grow everyday!
I have reliable transportation and take the safety of transporting your young ones with the utmost seriousness. I'm CPR and first aid certified through the Red Cross. My experience ranges from...
Kelly can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello my name is Indarra. I am very friendly and I enjoy working with kids quite a lot. I currently have a little one myself and grew up with many siblings so I have the experience to care for younger and older children.
Indarra can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling
Cristina B.
Derby, CT
$20-24/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! I am a 24 years old twos teacher , I have been teaching 2 years olds for about a year and 6 months ! Aside from professional experience I have been working with children since high school. I volunteered at my high schools daycare my senior year and also volunteered with my elementary school to watch children in their gym...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! I'm Keona! When I'm not working towards my junior year of getting my bachelors in cybersecurity , I'm working with kids! From my 5 years of theatre coaching children to my past 2 years of babysitting or nannying for over 13 families, I've proven myself to be a reliable, dedicated and fun caregiver! No matter if your...
Keona Marie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have had the supreme pleasure of having Kiana as my date night sitter and theatrical coach for my son for a while now. We have received very consistent and very kind service. I would say that I recommend. "
Care member
4.9
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Katelyn and I live in Orange Ct and I have cared for several different types of infants, children, teens and Adults. I have a lot of experience taking care of typical children as well as children who have disabilities. I have worked as a summer camp counselor for the past three years and have enjoyed every...
Katelyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Katelyn was a huge help to my family. She took care of my son for 4 years. Her duties included, preparing food, cleaning up after my son, keeping him entertained with educational and leisure activities.
Katelyn was always on time and my son adores her. Katelyn...
Melanie Y.
4.1
(7)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
I have been watching children since high school. I did that for three years. After high school, I taught 2 and 3-years-old's in Sunday school. I also worked with a before and after-school program with children (from kindergarten to grade five) for a year (and was the site's leader). After a few years passed, I got married to a...
Pauline can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Pauline has been a tremendous help for my family. She has provided both childcare and housekeeping for us. We fully trust her to care for our young children -- and that's something we don't say lightly. She is absolutely great at engaging our preschooler! And our...
Brian S.
Rebecca C.
Ansonia, CT
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Early Childhood Education Major With 3 Years Of Experience, Looking For Babysitting Opportunities.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Since I was 15, I have been caring for children ages 7 and under. I've been a babysitter, tutor, a counselor and teachers-aide in a preschool. I am currently a assistant teacher. I love reading, singing, and doing crafts. I
have a bachelor degree in early childhood education, as well!
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Becca was great with our baby! She showed up early, comforted our fussy little boy and got him to nap almost immediately (we can never get him to nap), was super attentive and relaxed/easygoing, and a pleasure to speak with and have over. Also very responsive to...
Emily L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I graduated from Rollins college in Winter Park, FL where I majored in Elementary Education. I interned in a 4th grade classroom for five weeks and a Kindergarten classroom for nine weeks. I have experience with babysitting children from ages 10 months-14. I have been babysitting since I was 12 and was a camp counselor for...
Annalee can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"Annie has been with our family for six months and has been such a blessing! I started a new position needing extra help with my four young children and Annie went above and beyond her call of duties. She is dependable, kind, thoughtful and sweet. She always has fun...
Alyssa A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I started babysitting 10 years ago and worked primarily with one family for four years. The children were 2 and 7 years old and I was responsible for feeding them, changing the little one's diapers, tucking them in at night and supervising them. I then took care of children from a variety of age groups when I finished...
Halley can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Halley is the BEST and we could not possibly recommend her more highly. She looked after our son two days a week for more than a year (between 6 months & 2 years) and he adores her. She is incredibly kind, compassionate, creative and just bought so much joy into...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Allison, a graduate student at Yale working on my degree in Public Health.
I babysat in high school and occasionally through college. I also spent a summer as a camp counselor for ages 4-13. I'm great with crafts and games that will keep your child entertained.
I can also help with schoolwork and reading. I used...
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Allison did a great job with my two kids both elementary age. She was punctual, courteous, kind, patient, fun and dependable. Most importantly she was involved and my kids enjoyed spending time with her and look forward to her watching them again! Would absolutely...
Erin D.
4.9
(12)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
I am a fun-loving childcare professional with a great amount of experience and absolutely love children. I am a registered Music Together teacher, professional organizer, babysitter, pet sitter, and house sitter. I taught in Monroe as an elementary after-school teacher, in Trumbull as a preschool teacher assistant, and was a...
Dustina can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Dustina was wonderful with my daughter and was a truly experienced professional caregiver. I was very thankful to have found her in a last minute moment of need and have already hired her back! "
Emily A.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I live in the Edgewood neighborhood in New Haven. I am a Family Advocate at a local day care. I am available for long-term hire for the afternoons and evenings, and am also available for one-time hire on the weekends. I love kids and they love me! I have over 10 years experience in child care; I have worked as a...
Joy can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Joy is so amazing with our son, who is now 2.5. She's got an early childhood education background and I notice L is super engaged with Joy - she's not just a passive caregiver. She's reliable, great at communication, on time, and has been a great fit...
Allie O.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have taken care of healthy infants and children since I was 12 years old, as well as being the 'go to babysitter' for my family. I retired from a career in Nursing, the majority spent in Pediatrics, to pursue a PhD in Social Work, which is currently on hold. I've been working primarily as a nanny since 2015. I spent many years...
Nicole can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"I hired Nicole to watch my newborn daughter. She was amazing with my daughter and I would highly recommend her to anyone looking. Highly dependable, punctual, and very knowledgeable when it comes to infants and children. It put my mind at ease to know that Nicole...
Kate G.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Derby, CT
Cristina C.
5.0
I highly recommend Christina as she reliable and dependable. I have 3 children ( twins that are 5 and a 6 year old) that are always very excited to see her.
- Allison L.
Jessica A.
5.0
We were coming in from out of state for a child-free wedding. Jessica watched our 4 year old at our hotel room during the wedding. It was his first ever non-family babysitter, and he had a great time. She was available beforehand for a video call so our kiddo could meet her and get more comfortable....
- C.may N.
Keona Marie G.
5.0
I have had the supreme pleasure of having Kiana as my date night sitter and theatrical coach for my son for a while now. We have received very consistent and very kind service. I would say that I recommend.
- Care member
Katelyn P.
5.0
Katelyn has been an amazing help for me and my girls! She has assisted throughout the past couple with my 3 kids. I have a 1 year old, a 3 year old, and a 7 year old. My seven year old has disabilities and some medical conditions. Katelyn was able to assist her with what she needed in any given...
- Linda L.
Pauline C.
5.0
We spoke with Pauline on the phone - excellent communication, very efficient, and very helpful. We didn't hire Pauline only because our plans changed but she would have been a good fit for our needs; we will keep her in favorites for possible future job opportunities.
- Doug M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Derby, CT:
How can I find a Derby babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Derby, 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 10 babysitters in Derby, CT on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.5. 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 Derby, CT?
The average rate for Derby, CT babysitters on Care.com is $20.10 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 Derby, CT?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Derby, 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.
Ratings for Derby, CT babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Babysitters in Derby, CT are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.