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60 babysitters are listed in East Hartford, CT
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in East Hartford, CT
5.0
(13)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Eboni. I am 38 years old and I have been working with children from infant to teens for 16 years. I have worked as an assistant teacher, head teacher, youth director, sitter, nanny and a para. I also have obtain my bachelor's degree in early childhood education. I have excellent references from families and...
Eboni can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Eboni was on time, enthusiastic, very helpful and sweet with the kids. She is excellent and made us feel at ease with leaving our kids to go out. Definitely would hire her over and over again. Thanks Eboni!"
S. L.
Charlie G.
Manchester, CT
$20-23/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Charlie. I am currently a FT Toddler Teacher in Glastonbury Public Schools. I've been a toddler teacher for 4 years now. I've worked with children from ages 0-13yrs for the past 7 years. It's been a pleasure to be welcomed and loved by so many families in and out of the school. I want to further my career and...
Charlie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Charlie is super flexible when it comes to caring for my children, my job schedule is so busy but, I can always count on her! The love she has for my kids and the love my kids have for her makes me feel so much better when im leaving them for the day. My children...
Felicity G.
Joann M.
Rocky Hill, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
sitter, Fun, Reliable And Outgoing Personality And Great With Children
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm semi-retired finding myself with a lot of free time during the week and would love to fill that time in a thoughtful and meaningful way by helping other families part-time. In my profession I work with many families and have lots of experience with newborns and children. I'm also a fantastic cook so helping with meal prep...
Joann can also help with: Travel
5.0
"Joann was wonderful with my girls. She provided transportation, care and helped with making dinner. Each day I came home to a wonderful home cooked meal with the table all set so all I had to do was sit down and spend time with my kids. She was so flexible,...
Melanie T.
Ceejay B.
Vernon Rockville, CT
$17-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there! I'm CJ, a friendly and enthusiastic 25-year-old with a deep passion for working with children. With over 10 years of experience caring for babies, young ones, and pre-teens, I can't get enough of their joy and curiosity! I'm currently pursuing my early childhood education degree to enhance my skills and provide the...
Ceejay can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Kind, patient, great at communicating with children. He also does a great job of reasoning with children when they are upset or angry and helps them calm and correct their behavior. Fun, engaging and helpful! "
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am currently looking to go back into the nanny field after being a paraprofessional in Ellington for the past year. I have over 15 years of experience working with infants, toddler, special needs and school aged children as a nanny for multiple families as well as in multiple childcare settings.
Elyse can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Elyse has been our full time nanny for our four children for almost five years. In addition to taking excellent care of our children, she cooks them organic, from scratch meals, does amazing arts & crafts, helps with speech therapy, homework and is a part of our...
Amanda W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting for as long as I can remember. I've worked summer camps, taught 3rd and 4th grade, worked in a daycare with kids from 6 weeks to school age. I've helped with distance learning for 4 children. I've babysat for up to 6 children at a time! The families I babysit for have had me come over for the past 4 years...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Elizabeth watched all three of our children and was great. My 1.5-year-old always cries when we leave, and she settled him quickly. I would (and plan to) hire her again and I'd also recommend her to other families in the area."
Katie B.
Meghan M.
Vernon Rockville, CT
$22/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Meghan, I'm 21 and from Vernon CT. I am attending ECSU as an early childhood education/special education major. My goal is to teach kindergarten! I've been babysitting/nannying for many years and I have lots of experience- I truly love working with kids! I also have three and a half years of daycare center experience...
Meghan can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Meghan has been a wonderful babysitter for our little one! She has cared for him on several occasions from when he was 8 months old until a toddler. As first-time parents, we were especially nervous about who to trust with our treasure, but as soon as we met Meghan...
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Melissa H.
Windsor, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Child Care Worker Seeking Full-Time Nannying Position
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! My name is Melissa, I am a 34-year-old qualified, and experienced individual currently residing in Windsor, CT. I graduated from Eastern Connecticut State University in 2013 and since then have gained a variety of experience working with young learners in different settings, my most recent involvement as being a...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Melissa has a heart of gold and is absolutely wonderful with young children."
Julio M.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
November 2024 Update: I am currently only available for occasional date night sitting during the week or weekends (excluding Thursdays).
Hello! Experienced nanny/sitter here! . I am currently an elementary teacher and have experience working with children from newborns to teens.
My additional experience ranges from working...
Janeleen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I have 3 children, 2, 4, and 6. Three young children can be a handful for some sitters, but Janeleen is wonderful with them and can handle the energy of little kids. When she arrives, she immediately starts helping with meals, playtime, or distracting the...
Colleen M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have babysat since I was 14/15 kids of all ages. I am EMT-B and CPR/BLS certified. I have a lot of experience with newborns, infants, toddlers, and school-age children.
Heidi can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Heidi has been caring for my 10 year old son for the past couple months. She always communicates well and participates in a lot of fun activities with my son. He adores her as do I. I'd highly recommend her as a care giver as she provides a safe, fun and happy...
Rebecca K.
5.0
(1)
Personality, honest, creative, ambitious
I like working with kids because they keep you on your feet. I love seeing there faces light up when they learn new things. I've worked with children over 10 years in windsor public schools.
I'm looking for a job that's flexible and will let me bring my child with me.
I started...
Nekea can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
Early Education
5.0
"Nekea J. Is an incredibly compassionate and sincere person that takes pride on her work. She is always willing to go the extra mile and provide daughter-like care for her clients. I recommend her completely."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Gaby and I am a current college student seeking a part-time job nannying or babysitting position. The families I've worked for describe me as a patient and lovely person! I love to work with children and I have 2+ years of experience as a nanny/babysitter. I am comfortable with children between 1-10 years...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Gabby was a wonderful caretaker of my 2 children! She is attentive, responsible, and has so much fun with the kiddos. We were so grateful that she could also help teach our little ones Spanish, as she is fluent in the language. She made my life so much easier as a...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Leah and am 27 years old. I have been working as a babysitter/nanny for about 12 years. I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. I love being outdoors and staying active. I enjoy doing crafts with kids and teaching them new things. I have my own car and available for before and aftercare. I am comfortable with...
Leah can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Leticia and I am in my 5th year of teaching. Currently I am a 1st grade teacher. I have a Master's in Elementary Education from Eastern and a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Conservation and Sustainability. I grew up working with kids through babysitting and camp and then decided to become a teacher! I...
Leticia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping
5.0
"We hired Leticia for a date night. She was very punctual, very friendly and trustworthy. The kids and I loved her! She was engaging with them, and I was very relaxed having a capable person taking care of my kids. Can't wait for our next date night thanks to...
Joumana A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Taylor and I am very interested in this position. I graduated from Eastern Connecticut State University in 2023. After graduating I decided to become a building substitute at an Elementary School where I found my passion for teaching. I am going back to school to get my Masters in Early Elementary Education. I...
Taylor can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Hannah and I have 10 years of experience caring for children. I have been professionally working with children for nearly 7 years! I found my passion working in special education teaching students with autism and currently work as a behavioral therapist. I use play therapy and natural environment teaching to...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Hannah babysat my 3 children, ages 2, 5, and 8, this summer for 10-15 hours per week plus an occasional date night. I can't recommend her highly enough - she was great. She always came prepared with something to do with the kids, whether and art project, cooking...
Christy D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 1. 5 years of experience at the YMCA. I can help with cooking, cleaning, and many other things around the house. I am a reliable and trustworthy college student that loves kids!
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Ashley was always on time or early! She cared for the children and maintained the home. Ashley encouraged outside play which was very important to our family!"
Kyle W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Audrey and I am happy to see you are checking out my bio. I am a caring, professional and attentive caregiver for all ages. I have worked as a Nanny long term and Babysitter for short term since I was the age of 14 and I am now 30. I also have worked with age groups Birth to Elderly, helped families with moving and...
Audrey can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Audrey was great! Very engaged with the kids and accommodating. My boys are usually shy around new people but they took to her straight away. "
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Zoey R.
Manchester, CT
$20-26/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Zoey! I am 23 years old from Manchester Connecticut. I am fully vaccinated from COVID-19, have a great driving record, no criminal background, and I am not a smoker! I am also fully certified for CPR and first aid, and update that whenever necessary. I am experienced with special needs and medical...
Zoey can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Zoey did a great job watching my kids. She followed our instructions, checked in throughout the day, and asked questions if she was unsure. The kids loved their time with her. We will be using her again."
Angela R.
Riley D.
Glastonbury, CT
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Fun And Responsible Sitter Who Will Create A Happy Environment:)
Hello! I am a recent graduate from Salve Regina and looking for a nannying/babysitting job. I have been both a babysitter and camp counselor since I was 14 years old and have cared for children of all ages. I have had experience working with and caring for children living with physical and mental disabilities, as well. I am also...
Riley can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in East Hartford, CT
Eboni D.
5.0
Eboni was on time, enthusiastic, very helpful and sweet with the kids. She is excellent and made us feel at ease with leaving our kids to go out. Definitely would hire her over and over again. Thanks Eboni!
- S. L.
Charlie G.
5.0
Charlie was fantastic! We hired her and her sister (who also works with kids) to provide childcare at our wedding for our guests with kids, and our own two girls. Charlie was great with communication, we spoke a few times before the event. The day of the wedding, Charlie showed up on time and had a...
- Care member
Joann M.
5.0
Joann was wonderful with my girls. She provided transportation, care and helped with making dinner. Each day I came home to a wonderful home cooked meal with the table all set so all I had to do was sit down and spend time with my kids. She was so flexible, there were several times when we needed...
- Melanie T.
Ceejay B.
5.0
Ceejay is the best! He is always so kind and patient with my kids. They love when he comes over ☺️
- Care member
Elyse T.
5.0
Elyse has been our full time nanny for our four children for almost five years. In addition to taking excellent care of our children, she cooks them organic, from scratch meals, does amazing arts & crafts, helps with speech therapy, homework and is a part of our family. We love her to pieces and I...
- Amanda W.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in East Hartford, CT:
How can I find a East Hartford babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in East Hartford, 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 23 babysitters in East Hartford, CT on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 East Hartford, CT?
The average rate for East Hartford, CT babysitters on Care.com is $18.57 per hour as of February 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 East Hartford, CT?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in East Hartford, 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 East Hartford, CT babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in East Hartford, CT are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.