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60 babysitters are listed in Guilford, CT
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Guilford, CT
5.0
(5)
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 29 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: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Joan has been a part of our family for 5 years. She cared for my children who were 6 months and 4 at the time through present day, 3 full days a week. There is nobody better. I trust Joanie with everything. My children adore her. She is kind, thoughtful, patient...
Sarah S.
5.0
(2)
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I have been caring for Children for over 15 years. I have a nursing background and love Children. I'm reliable and responsible. I also have great references.
Karen B can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Karen is an absolute GIFT to our family. Karen has been with my family for almost 5 years now and I wish I could stop time so my children would stay little forever and in turn, Karen could stay on with us forever. Karen started as a caretaker for my 3 children...
Megan G.
4.1
(9)
Hired by 25 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:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"It was pleasure having Gina babysit for my two children. She was able to connect with the children immediately upon meeting them. She played many different games with them while I was gone. She kept my house spotless, and communicated me via text during the job...
Jacqueline C.
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.
Keira V.
Guilford, CT
$14-19/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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
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.
I have babysat children since I was 13 years old. I went to college and have a degree in elementary education. I have been a camp counselor, an environmental educator, and a tutor since I graduated from college in May of 2012. I love kids and have a strong background in teaching.
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi my name is Thea! I graduated from George Washington University in 2019 and I am going to UConn medical school in August. I am currently working part in the medical field so I will be receiving my first Covid- 19 vaccine dose on January 6th. I absolutely love kids and pets so I am looking for a part-time babysitting, tutoring,...
Thea can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Alexa and I am from Guilford, CT. I am currently in graduate school at Southern Connecticut State University for Speech Language Pathology. I do have classes in the summer but would love to help out part time! I have plenty of experience with children as I was an elementary education major in college, worked at...
Alexa can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Hello! I am a recent graduate from the university of Delaware and I am currently living at home in CT while I apply to nursing school. I have had several very consistent babysitting jobs in the past three years. I love the outdoors, playing sports, doing arts and crafts with the kids, and getting creative with them. I am capable...
Kayley can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Give your kids a familiar face to hang out with while you take some needed 'me time'! I spend my weekdays in and out of schools and the studio taking pictures of everything from kindergarten graduation to prom night! I am available most nights and on the weekends to babysit. I started off as a nanny, personal chef, and household...
Virginia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Brittany B.
Guilford, CT
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
I have been babysitting for around 13 years and truly adore being around kids! I've babysat children from newborn to 10 years old! I currently babysit for a family Monday-Thursday but I could be available Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons, Fridays and some weekends!
Brittany can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Tracy N.
Guilford, CT
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
My name is Tracy, I am a Research Tech at Yale University for The department of Orthopaedics and I have two grown boys. I am available mornings and after school possible weekends if needed. I enjoy babysitting, watching sports, cooking and cleaning/ organizing and much more! I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Tracy can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! I'm Sadie, an architecture student at Endicott College. I currently work at Ice cream in Guilford, and I have 3 years of experience in babysitting and pet sitting. I am very flexible with hours and I have my own transportation if needed. Over the past couple of years I've been involved in leading youth field hockey and...
I am an experienced babysitter for all age ranges! CPR and First Aid trained! I own a car and am willing to drive. I am very neat and. organized, so I am more than willing to tidy up the house! I would love to take your children on walks or to the beach! I am also very good with animals and can take care of them as well. I go to...
Celia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Dannon R.
Guilford, CT
$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as calming, intuitive and empathetic. I am the oldest of 6 and have been a second mom in my house since I became an older sister. Getting up in the middle of the night with my you get siblings to feed them or soothe them back to sleep so my parents could rest. Taking them out to play/do fun...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Yumi.
I am a compassionate, loving, go with the flow woman, yet can be firm at times if required. I am a creative person who enjoys making crafty items for family and friends. I love listening to music of all different genres, bringing healthy foods. I am CPR certified and bilingual. Don't hesitate to ask for...
Yumi can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Sarah M.
Guilford, CT
$20-27/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Sarah, and I'm a 22-year-old from Guilford, CT. I graduated from Salve Regina University this past May with a degree in Biology and a minor in Healthcare Administration. Currently, I'm living in Guilford while pursuing my master's degree in healthcare administration through online classes.
My strong...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Lina A.
Guilford, CT
$23-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a deep-seated passion for helping children reach their fullest potential, and I am thrilled to bring my years of childcare experience and education to the table. With a graduate degree in elementary education I am well-equipped to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for your child. I believe in...
Wendy can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Guilford, CT
Joan T.
5.0
We are so grateful for Joan! She is calm, consistent, thoughtful, a fantastic nanny. I trust her fully to care for my 18-month old twins, no small feat!
- Valerie B.
Karen B L.
5.0
Karen helped me with my kids when I had my second daughter, and she was a dependable, helpful and attentive nanny for us. Most importantly, she cared and loved my kids like they were her own. They always had fun and we trusted her to provide a safe experience for them. She has become family over the...
- Care member
Gina T.
5.0
Only interviewed because we decided to go with something involving other kids instead of traditional babysitter. Liked her a lot and would have hired if we went with this strategy.
- David H.
Krista K.
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 Krista to babysit.
- Sheree I.
Keira V.
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.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Guilford, CT:
How can I find a Guilford babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Guilford, 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 25 babysitters in Guilford, CT on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 Guilford, CT?
The average rate for Guilford, CT babysitters on Care.com is $20.20 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 Guilford, CT?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Guilford, 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 Guilford, CT babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Guilford, CT are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.