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Babysitters in Gales Ferry, CT

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Allison W.


Gales Ferry, CT

$10-40/hr10 yrs exp

After School Babysitter/Helper

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Hello! I am an elementary school special education teacher looking to make some extra money to help me save for the future. I have been babysitting for over 10 years, from high school to grad school! My experience ranges from infants to preteens, and from only children to large families, so I am comfortable and prepared to...
Allison can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

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Manuela B.


Gales Ferry, CT

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello families! My name is Manuela and I have years of experience working with children! I used to work in a daycare, as a nanny, and even worked as a Developmental Therapist for Connecticut's Birth to Three Program this past summer. I am currently in my first year of nursing school looking for a part-time nannying job that...
Manuela can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping
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Victoria B.


Gales Ferry, CT

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

Hello my name is Victoria. I am 25 years old. I have been taking care of children for about 10 years. I have taken care of children from birth to school age. I have also tutored children in all basic school subjects, worked in a daycare, and ran a summer camp. I am a soccer coach/player. I am CPR and First Aid certified.
Victoria can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hi, my name is Alexis. I am a 22-year-old with her bachelor's degree in psychology. I am looking to help children with schoolwork and provide care after school. I have worked with kids in the past in a part-time jobs, with friends/ family and in professional school settings. For example I worked for the Navy in their CDC and...
Alexis can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Amanda S.


Mystic, CT

$22/hr7 yrs exp

Dependable & Trustworthy Babysitter

5.0

(5)

Hello! My name is Amanda. I have 6+ years of experience. I can help you where needed. I would call myself a mothers helper. As I like to say, every mother could use another mother to help them. I am trustworthy and considerate. I can't wait to meet you and make your life easier!
Amanda can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Amanda is a treasured find. She is thoughtful, organized, CLEAN, and perfectly energized to handle the little ones :) She was so great with both my infant and toddler, giving this tired mom opportunity to rest worry-free. Shows up on time, and communicates well if...

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Sarah O.


Ledyard, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Mother Of Five With Medical Background

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I've had experience in childcare for 25+years working in daycare centers, children's homes, birth center, hospital nursery and private homes. I have been CPR and first aid certified, also lifeguard certified, and certified nurse aide.
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

Early Education

5.0
"Sarah provided back up care for our 4 month old. Although he experienced some "stranger danger", she provided great care for him. "

Katrina S.

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Linda B.


Norwich, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

4.3

(6)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'm Linda B a skilled and knowledgeable child caregiver looking for either a full-or part-time babysitting/nanny position. I have over 18 years of professional experience working as License Foster Care Parent and providing excellent care, an absolutely safe environment, fun and entertainment and education to young children....
Linda can also help with: Travel
5.0
"Linda has been watching for children for over 16 years. She is an amazing caretaker and she respects and follows the rules I have set for my children. I am very funny about who watches my children, but she makes me feel at ease and I have no concerns. I wouldn’t...

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Gianna P.


New London, CT

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I worked as a nanny for three separate infants. The first was a little girl, but she got accepted into day care at about 9 months of age. However, I found my time there to be very rewarding and I learned a lot. I worked from 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. , and I also did some light housework. I would dress the baby, feed her, play...
Gianna can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Gianna is an absolutely wonderful nanny and person. She has been nannying for our son for ~10 months, and we couldn't have asked for a better caregiver. She is reliable, loving, energetic, kind, flexible, thoughtful, the list goes on and on. We are beyond sad to...

Lindsay R.

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Hailey B.


Norwich, CT

$18/hr5 yrs exp

Former Educator & Military Spouse Looking To Continue My Passion For Loving Children!

As a former educator, I have found how much the education system lacks when it comes to the needs of children. While trying to transition out of the profession, I can't deny the continuous passion I have for children. I have a range of experience with all elementary ages, pre-k, toddlers, and infants. I am also very...
Hailey can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Our family had the pleasure to have Hailey as our nanny for 6 hours each week day for the last two years. She started when my boys were one and two years old and now they are three and four! She lived through many major stages of development with our kids. She...

Jill G.

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Emily E.


New London, CT

$24-50/hr5 yrs exp

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been a babysitter and nanny for many years. I taught infants-preschool ages in a daycare. Currently I'm an RBT and have plenty of experience with kiddos with autism. I am first aid, CPR, and AED certified for infants, children and adults and I'm fully COVID vaccinated. I am also willing to care for pets as I studied vet...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Emily is a wonderful support for families, she has been an nanny, daycare worker, babysitter, and pet-sitter for many years. I would always trust her in the care of my loved ones. She placed safety and happiness above all and is very interactive and loving. Emily...

Stephanie R.

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Amanda R.


Groton, CT

$10-50/hr3 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My name is Amanda, I am currently seeking to help out any families that need assistance with childcare. I have been an ABA Therapist for three years working with toddlers to young adults. I have previous employment as a Day Care Assistant as well as a para-professional. I am currently going to school for my Bachelors through...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Amanda was fabulous. I would absolutely hire her again. She was the perfect fit for my 13 year old daughter. "

Susan B.

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Jennifer M.


Groton, CT

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fill-in Or "Date-night" Sitter

My experience of caring for children is (along with all age babysitting) raising my own beautiful, independant, kind daughter! Now she's 20 and off at college I am officially an empty-nester and looking to fill my time. I am a fully vaccinated, 47-year-old retired pharmacist, CPR certified. I currently have been sitting for two...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jenn was amazing right from the start. She has a special way with kids and keeps them engaged and enriched. She is extremely accommodating and reinforces our family’s routines and expectations. My daughter absolutely loves her, which is the best review I could...

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Morgan C.


Waterford, CT

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Creative And Enthusiastic Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a college student from New Hampshire going to school for education. I have babysat for a few families since their kids were born to now, 1-12 years old. I love watching children learn and play and facilitating that, part of the reason for my love of teaching. I am fun and outgoing , creative, reliable, honest, and caring. I...
Morgan can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We hired Morgan as our summer nanny while she was in Colorado to take care of our almost 13 year old daughter and 10 year old son. She was an absolute pleasure to have as a part of our family - it went way too fast! She is creative, punctual, fun, and open to...

Alexis H.

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Cassandra L.


North Stonington, CT

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a well qualified caregiver, that has cared for individuals of all ages. I am a licensed CNA that has been doing home care for 20*+ years. I am a compassionate, caring person and really enjoy working as a caregiver. I am very reliable and can provide references.
Cassandra can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0
"This is not just a job for her she cares for the people that she takes care of very dependable very reliable took care of all the tests that were asked of her and even went above and beyond what was expected of her"

John B.

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Taylor B.


Norwich, CT

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Taylor and I have worked in the childcare for three years as a toddler teacher. Although my classroom is 1. 5-2. 5-year-olds I have had the opportunity to work with all age groups. I also worked as a nanny for a family for 6 months. I currently hold my CDA (child development associate). I have a professional...
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sarah K.


Mystic, CT

$28-30/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter And Tutor

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! With over eight years of professional childcare experience I would love to help your family as if you were my own! Through my journey I have been a Martial Arts Instructor, swim lesson teacher, and lifeguard. I was a full time nanny for 2. 5 years and cared for kids 4 months - 6 years old. Most recently I was a substitute...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We just adore Sarah. Sweet, easygoing, helpful, smart, flexible! I don't know what we do without her."

Lena G.

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Nishante P.


New London, CT

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/Caregiver

Hired by 21 families in your neighborhood

Reliable, responsible adult who is fun, organized, and has a graduate degree and is a full-spectrum doula! Very comfortable and happy to work with smaller children, as well as older children up to about age 10/11. I have many years of experience working with newborns and infants all the way up to 13-year-olds. I am patient,...
Nishante can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Nishante is awesome! We hired her to take care of our 4 week old newborn and she is so good with her. She is very nice, helpful and has helped us in so many ways. She doesn't do the bare minimum, she puts a lot of personal touches on everything. We are very...

Lisa P.

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Bridgette V.


Groton, CT

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hi there! My name is Bridgette and I have been a babysitter for 12 years now. I am a CNA and have been working as a CNA for four years but still babysitting as a side gig. I was also a preschool teacher so I have loads of experience with children and love to hang out with kids. They make the day so much more interesting LOL. I...
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Bridgette has experience as a Pre-K teacher. She is patient, kind, and caring. We love having her over to our house. It feels like she is part of our family. Both our daughters love playing with her so much. She makes fun snacks with the girls and reads...

Wendy I.

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Marie O.


Mystic, CT

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny, Availability Is Flexible

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Marie. I am a stay at home mom. I provide care out of my home in Mystic. I do not have pets in my home. I have experience babysitting for all ages including twins and newborns. I am reliable and trustworthy. I enjoy playing with children and watching them grow. I am an active babysitter/nanny. I find it...
Marie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Kind, reliable responsible and on time. Thank you so much Marie !! Would absolutely hire again. :)"

Erin S.

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Karyn O.


Norwich, CT

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Occasional Sitter With Over 15 Years Of Experience

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I have babysat children of all ages starting when I was a teenager. I have raised my own child who is now 31. I have had a daycare in my home for about a year when I was unemployed. One summer I took care of my two cousins during the day, Monday through Friday, I taught them how to swim and ride a bike. I have also worked in...
Karyn can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Karyn is absolutely amazing with our son and our dogs! She has been with us for five amazing years and we are sad to say goodbye. I could always depend on her for whatever I needed from preparing meals to cleaning to last minute calls. She even helped me with...

Jenna B.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Gales Ferry, CT

Amanda S.

5.0

Amanda is the most capable, caring, responsible, highly respected babysitter there is. She has babysat for my husband and me for 4 years. My children at the time when she started were 2, 4, and 6. Today my youngest turned 6, my middle will be 8 in November and my eldest is 10. Throughout my...

- Care member

Sarah O.

5.0

Sarah provided back up care for our 4 month old. Although he experienced some "stranger danger", she provided great care for him.

- Katrina S.

Linda B.

5.0

Linda has been watching for children for over 16 years. She is an amazing caretaker and she respects and follows the rules I have set for my children. I am very funny about who watches my children, but she makes me feel at ease and I have no concerns. I wouldn’t change her for no one. My boys adore...

- Care member

Gianna P.

5.0

Gianna is an absolutely wonderful nanny and person. She has been nannying for our son for ~10 months, and we couldn't have asked for a better caregiver. She is reliable, loving, energetic, kind, flexible, thoughtful, the list goes on and on. We are beyond sad to be losing her to Colorado and highly...

- Lindsay R.

Hailey B.

5.0

Our family had the pleasure to have Hailey as our nanny for 6 hours each week day for the last two years. She started when my boys were one and two years old and now they are three and four! She lived through many major stages of development with our kids. She helped encourage our youngest to walk...

- Jill G.

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