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Ariana P.
Vernon Rockville, CT
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Sitter/Nanny Perfect For Your Family!
5.0
(5)
My name is Ariana & I am from Vernon, CT. I love caring for kids & would love to be your next sitter/nanny.
I currently work as a Senior Family Support Provider/Team Lead (Parent Educator) for prenatal mothers & mothers with children up to 5 years old. In this position, my main focus is to encourage child development & target...
Ariana can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ariana loves children and babies. She is dedicated to the well being of any child in her care. Ariana has tons of experience due to her current full time job and the fluctuation in ages between her Niece's and Nephew's that she helps to raise. Hiring Ariana to care...
Felicia B.
Caprice W.
Enfield, CT
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have worked at two daycares in the span of five years. The first daycare I worked at closed down, but during the summer I work at another part time. I am both CPR and first aid certified. I am well versed in handling adolescent children at 5+ months and school-aged children as well. I am a nonsmoker and non-drinker. I take the...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We feel so lucky to have found Caprice! She's a great communicator and very responsible! Our daughter loves her enthusiastic personality and cheerful energy."
Melissa M.
Genna H.
Manchester, CT
$22/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I started working with kids when I was about 14/15 years old, my Grandmother had a daycare so I worked with kids of all ages. Now I work in a middle school in East Hartford with special education kids! I'm only available for school/work hours during the summer, (7/8-3/4) and after school hours after that (3:30-6/7pm).
5.0
"Genna was absolutely outstanding. From our initial meeting a week ago, I knew she was the right choice. Our childcare needs changed suddenly, and when I asked Genna to cover a morning with my two little ones, she readily agreed. She arrived on time, communicated...
Kris D.
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
First Aid
CPR
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
(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
"All around amazing person. You would be lucky to have her! "
Juliann B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 29 years old and have various experiences taking care of children. I grew up with three younger siblings and would always watch my mom and help her take care of them. I have graduated from Elms College in Chicopee, Ma with a degree in early childhood education. I have been an assistant teacher in a preschool and did student...
Brianna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Brianna has babysat and cared for our two children for a few years now. She is truly a pleasure to have and my kids get super excited when she comes over to watch them. If I could hire her full time, I would in an instant!"
Shannan R.
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & 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.
Courtney B.
Somers, CT
$22-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Art Teacher/Theatre Student Sitter Means Fun For Your Children!!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there!
I am located in Tolland County of Connecticut and I love kids. I currently work in the Bloomfield Public Schools system as an art teacher. I have been babysitting since I was 14 and have taken CPR training, Babysitter Training, and Basic First Aid Courses. I love to clean and can help around the house. I love animals...
Courtney can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We had Courtney babysit for us for about 6 weeks until my son started daycare. Courtney was amazing with both of my kids under age 3. They were so excited to see her and called her NeeNee! Courtney had a calm demeanor which was perfect for toddler age babies. She...
Jessica L.
Amie C.
Somers, CT
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Amie! I have raised 4 boys and have a lot of experience caring for children. I am responsible, nurturing, and kind. I am very respectful of the ways in which the parents want and need their children to be cared for. I love being a caregiver. It has been the most rewarding job I have ever had!
5.0
"Amie has been taking care of my baby girl since she was just 6 weeks old. Over the past year and a half, Amie has become an integral part of our family, providing loving and attentive care to our daughter every day.
From the very beginning, it was clear that Amie...
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:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very energetic babysitter with 1 year of experience looking after two children ages 4 and 8 on weekday mornings, evenings and occasional weekends. I am very effective in keeping them engaged in various activities both educational and physical that do not involve electronics. I am very vigilant about their health and...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She is absolutely amazing we love her and so does our daughter and pups. She even brings fun crafts and will do her workbook with her. Highly recommend we will be continuing to use Mariah."
Care member
4.9
(12)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I live in Willington, Connecticut. I am a mother of seven children who are now grown. I have enjoyed watching them all grow and develop. I have personally grown as a person because of the things they teach me every day. :) Besides being a mom, I was a Sunday school teacher at our church, I worked in the afterschool...
Shannon can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"Shannon’s a natural born teacher. I recommend her for any job she wants."
Cecilia F.
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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Eboni is AMAZING my kids loved her, will definitely book again !"
Amy R.
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, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kekoa K.
Willington, CT
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi my name is Kekoa! I graduated from UConn this May and I'm looking for side jobs for the summer! When I was 15-18 I used to babysit more frequently but I haven't had the time since beginning college. I have two younger brothers and I've grown up around children!
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Sarah M.
Manchester, CT
$18-50/hr • 13 yrs exp
I have worked in the childcare field for the last 15 years with children of all ages. I started my career in my towns before and after school program and after that moved on to become the child development director for the YMCA where I oversaw 9 before and after school programs, a preschool as well as a summer camp. I have...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Hello. my name is Shauna. I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person. I took three years of child development classes in high school. I've also been babysitting family friends since I was 13. I absolutely love kids they are so fun and energetic with the craziest imaginations. With all my skills and experience, I'm able...
Shauna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Lisa L.
Enfield, CT
$17-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Lisa, I am a graduate student at Bay Path University for occupational therapy. I love kids and helping people. I'm very active and fun. I will always be alert and helpful. I also work currently taking care of a child on Saturday, so I will only be available on Fridays and Sundays. I work hard and will be reliable. I have a...
Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Madeline P.
Enfield, CT
$17-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Madeline and I am 22 years old. I have been babysitting, nannying, and coaching since I was 13 years old, and have experience caring for newborns all the way to teenagers. I am graduating with an elementary education degree in May, and have a passion and love for teaching and caring for children. I also have...
Madeline can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Rachel M.
Vernon Rockville, CT
$17-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I've spent the last four years doing what I love: caring for children. My passion for childcare stems from my wonderful experiences babysitting. My patient and friendly demeanor allows me to connect with children easily. I believe open communication is key, so I'll keep you updated on your child's day through regular texts or...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Ellington, CT
Ariana P.
5.0
Ariana is my first choice when I need child care. She's kind, loving, nurturing, and silly. She loves to play and she's very creative. When she's around, I know my daughters safe, excited, and always giggling! She's also great with our pets! I highly recommend her. She's a wonderful human!
- Olivia G.
Caprice W.
5.0
We feel so lucky to have found Caprice! She's a great communicator and very responsible! Our daughter loves her enthusiastic personality and cheerful energy.
- Melissa M.
Genna H.
5.0
Genna was absolutely outstanding. From our initial meeting a week ago, I knew she was the right choice. Our childcare needs changed suddenly, and when I asked Genna to cover a morning with my two little ones, she readily agreed. She arrived on time, communicated clearly throughout the day, and even...
- Kris D.
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.
Gabriela V.
5.0
All around amazing person. You would be lucky to have her!
- Juliann B.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Ellington, CT:
How can I find a Ellington babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Ellington, 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 9 babysitters in Ellington, 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 Ellington, CT?
The average rate for Ellington, CT babysitters on Care.com is $20.22 per hour as of March 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 Ellington, CT?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Ellington, 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.