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Rory was wonderful with my daughter. The first time we met, Rory got right down to my daughter's level and started to play with her. Rory…
Review for Rory M. by Kelly S.
We hired Joan in September 2023 and it has been the best decision we made. Joan has demonstrated tremendous responsibility in taking care of…
Review for Joan T. by Care member
Caroline is punctual and responsive. She goes above and beyond, tidying toys all day as the baby plays. She helped us out in a pinch on…
Review for Caroline N. by Caitlin G.
Babysitters in Durham, CT
I am a speech-language pathologist in an elementary school looking for a part-time position for the summer time! I also have had experience babysitting and working at summer camps.
Madeleine can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Francesca A.
Durham, CT
$21-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Francesca and I am 24 years old. I graduated from Quinnipiac University in 2021 with a degree in Psychology and will be starting my masters in Developmental Disabilities this fall. I have 5+ years of nannying/babysitting experience. I currently work as a behavioral therapist for the Durham middle school and I love...
Mia P.
Durham, CT
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi!! I am a 20-year-old student at the University of Connecticut majoring in Psychology and Human Development & Family Sciences. I have been working with children for about 5 years but I have been surrounded by young children my whole life. I was a camp counselor for four years. In that time I was in charge of Kindergarten - 2nd...
Mia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! My name is Kelly, and I'm currently pursuing a BS in Nursing with plans to double major in Child Psychology or Behavioral Science. I've cared for children ages 0 to 11 since I was 16 and have worked part time over the past four years at both the elementary and middle school in my hometown! I also have experience caring for...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a kind and caring babysitter who never leaves the house without a smile. I have 8 years of experience, beginning back when I was 15 when I started babysitting. Throughout my time with children, I have sat for over 20 families. I have also been a full-time and part-time nanny for 4 years total. For two years I was a teacher...
Rory can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
5.0
"Rory was wonderful with my daughter. The first time we met, Rory got right down to my daughter's level and started to play with her. Rory was so caring and understanding of my daughter. I knew that with Rory my daughter was safe. I highly recommend her."
Kelly S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I just left my administration job as the Dean of Students in Prospect, CT. Before that, I was the Dean of Students and advisor at a therapeutic boarding school for students 7th-12th grade with Emotional Behavioral Disabilities. I am the oldest of 5 and have a lot of experience raising my siblings. I also have a lot of...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(7)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am a vaccinated and boosted, experienced, loving and reliable mother of two now young men and married for the past 30 years. I am available part-time or full-time to care for your child/children. All of the families that I have cared for through the years have always been pleased and confident in my ability to care for their...
Joan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We hired Joan in September 2023 and it has been the best decision we made. Joan has demonstrated tremendous responsibility in taking care of our children and in keeping the house in working order. She has a good understanding of the needs and abilities of children...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a top college graduate currently looking for a part time position with a great family. I studied French Literature and Economics in college and played varsity field hockey while there. I've spent the last few years working in trading at a hedge fund based out of Westport but am now going through a career transition...
Caroline can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Caroline is punctual and responsive. She goes above and beyond, tidying toys all day as the baby plays. She helped us out in a pinch on short notice and it is much appreciated!"
Caitlin G.
Hailey C.
Higganum, CT
$17-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I love interacting and caring for children. I have a lot of experience as I have been a lifeguard for the past 2 summers where I would guard the East Haddam Rec Dept. summer camp as well as a ski instructor for 3 years for children ages 4-6 at Mt. Snow in VT. Additionally I have babysat a few different families in the area....
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hailey has been caring for my son when I go to work until he gets on the school bus. She has always been punctual even with such an early start and so reliable. She has been very flexible with hours and helped out when she could and excellent with following up and...
Jennifer E.
Krista K.
Guilford, CT
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello!
I am Krista, I'm 20 years old from Guilford, Ct. I am currently attending school in Boston, where I study elementary education. I have nearly nine years of experience with ages three months- 12 years old. A little about myself, I love to be active, be outdoors and I am known to be patient, hardworking and caring.
5.0
"We have used Krista to babysit our 2 children for the past 6 years. She is very reliable, responsible and fun with the kids. She is eager to work and is happy to enjoys being with the kids. They love her and ask for her to babysit all the time. I highly recommend...
Sheree I.
4.8
(5)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
Hi There! I have lots of experience with kids of all ages and all kinds of pets. I'm enthusiastic, energetic, and love being with kids. I can handle meal prep, pickups and drop-offs, grocery shopping, and cleaning. At my current job, I have been with many different positions with kids. I'm CPR, First Aid and Medication...
Elizabeth can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
5.0
"Elizabeth was wonderful with my 3 year old son. Engaging and attentive. He had a blast! We will definitely be using Elizabeth as a sitter again in the future!"
Sarah P.
4.1
(9)
Hired by 26 families in your neighborhood
I directed shows with hundreds of kids in Ct. Babysitter for an architect in Guilford, Cardiac Lab Specialist in Branford, Yale Doctor etc. Arts and Humanities Trainer with Y-USA. I am a volunteer with numerous educational organizations. Philosophy of care is attention and support of whole child and family. Focus on play,...
Gina can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gina is absolutely wonderful. She takes care of my boys (2 and 6) several times a month on occasion. She is always on time, in a good mood, and ready to play :) Can't say enough good things about her!!"
Natalie W.
Giovanna N.
Wallingford, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Giovanna and a mother of 3 beautiful babies. I'm currently working in corporate and really looking to come home and be a stay at home mom with my two youngest. We will need some additional income so I'm looking to come back to my roots of childcare. I nannied for 14 years and my maternal instincts were born...
5.0
"Giovanna is great, a lovely person to have in your home and watching your kids. Dependable, friendly, kind, patient and considerate."
Amanda M.
Alison R.
Madison, CT
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Fun, Energetic, Fun-Loving 28-Year Old Madison Sitter For Part-Time & Occasional Sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have taken an interest very early on in children, going back to my preschool and volunteering my time. I have volunteered at both the CT Food Bank and at the Madison Senior center. I have baby-sat for three wonderful girls, and occasionally for two boys, as well as for neighbors and several other baby-sitting and nanny jobs. I...
Alison can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ali is a reliable, responsible babysitter who my kids adore. I trust her completely and would highly recommend her as a babysitter. She takes her role seriously and is always coming up with new ways to entertain my kids. "
Kristen K.
Lina A.
Guilford, CT
$23-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Lina and I'm 27 years old I'm funny, cheerful, responsible, sweet and honest person, who communicates easily, flexible, easy going, pretty active, who likes life and healthy habits. In my free time I like to go to the gym, read, go to museums or discover new places, I like spend my time with my friends or go to the...
Lina can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lina has been babysitting for us for more than a year now and is truly amazing with my four-year-old daughter and two-year-old son. She is responsible, reliable, punctual, and very sweet and playful. The kids have a lot of fun with Lina and are always excited when...
Diahann D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a Mother of 2 girls 22 & 25 years old. I have experience as a nanny and working with children in daycare centers and preschools. I have a CPR/first aid certificate. Fully vaccinated and flu shot.
Excellent references available upon request. I'm okay with dogs as I have 2 lovable Labs myself. But I am allergic to cats and...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Regina is truly an amazing person and nanny. She treated our baby as though she was part of the family and we were very sad when our little one started daycare. She is warm, kind, and extremely caring. Always on time and highly professional. She taught us as two...
Care member
Kelly M.
Wallingford, CT
$17-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello, I'm Kelly, I am 25 years old. I have experience being the oldest child in the family. I began watching my twin brothers while I was 10 and they were 7. Once I was 13 I began watching a 3-year-old, later I would watch 2 boys aged 4 and 1 years old. I also assisted my aunts in home daycare, aged 4 months-6 years old. I have...
Kelly can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
5.0
"Kelly has babysat my grandson numerous times. O. is 2 years old and just adores Kelly. Kelly cooks for him, changes diapers, gives him baths, takes him out to places, reads to him before bed, and even sings and dances with him . I have not one worry when Kelly has...
Dawn D.
Keira V.
Guilford, CT
$17-19/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a recent college graduate looking to help a family be the best it can be by having fun, keeping a clean environment, and learning as much as we can along the way! My interests are music, theatre, exercise, and sports to name a few. Personally I am an extremely organized person who knows how to multitask while still creating...
Keira can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Keira is wonderful with our boys (ages 2 and 5). She is fun, confident, creative. The boys love her. She has also helped us with housecleaning and we are very happy with everything."
Kate P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, I'm Rachel! I'm 28 years old and graduated in 2016 with a degree in Psychology and Human Development & Family Studies.
Experience:
I've babysat for families with multiple kids ranging from 2 months - 14 years old. I've worked as a camp counselor, and as a social skills group facilitator for kids with Autism and...
Rachel can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Rachel has been wonderful with our 15-month-old daughter! We needed a nanny for five weeks and she has been very caring and thoughtful with her. She’s an excellent communicator and has been flexible with us. So happy to have found her!"
Care member
Noelle D.
Madison, CT
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I bring 8 years of dedicated babysitting and nannying experience to the table. I graduated from the University of Connecticut in May 2023 and hold certifications in CPR and first aid. My childcare journey includes teaching preschoolers aged 2-5 at a daycare for a year. Previously, I nannied for a wonderful family with children...
Noelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
5.0
"Noelle is my daughter, she is wonderful with
Children, and absolutely adores them.
She is a caring, loving person who is very sweet.
I also work in child care and Noelle held a fill in position for my boss and her family this summer.
She truly is a gem."
Barbara D.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Durham, CT:
How can I find a Durham babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Durham, 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 4 babysitters in Durham, CT on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Durham, CT?
The average rate for Durham, CT babysitters on Care.com is $20.25 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 Durham, CT?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Durham, 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.