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60 babysitters are listed in Higganum, CT
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Higganum, CT
Hailey C.
Higganum, CT
$10-20/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.
Caleigh B.
Higganum, CT
$15-19/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Caleigh, looking to help out families whenever I can, I am always up for fun activities and crafts. I have been babysitting for family ever since I can remember, and for other families for about five years now. I am currently attending college at UNE on the Biddeford campus, I am looking to help any families during these...
Caleigh can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Brenna C.
Higganum, CT
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Licensed K-6 Educator Looking For Part Time/ Weekday Summer Work
Certified CT Elementary educator, 6+ years teaching K-6: I began my babysitting career when I was 12, moving on to nannying, swim instructing, working for a daycare, and now a full time kindergarten teacher. My specialities are in crafting, spending time outside, reading, singing (but not very well!) cooking, and swimming! I am...
Brenna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Abigail G.
Higganum, CT
$20-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! I am a University of Connecticut student home for the summer. I love spending time with children and creating a fun environment. I grew up horseback riding and spent countless days helping with the barn kids and therapeutic riding program. I also have babysat throughout the years and grew up with younger children. I am happy...
Abigail can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Abby was great with my two children. From my daughter-“She is soooooo fun, Mom! I know she likes us cuz she didn’t do on her phone at all!”
From my son, “I like her. She plays Legos with me.”"
Care member
I like working with kids because I believe that influences build the foundation for what people become and I'm honored to be a part of that foundation. Every child I work with makes me a better and more well rounded human being. I gain joy out of helping children achieve their goals and watching them grow.
I'm looking for a...
Monique V.
Higganum, CT
$18/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, My Name Is Monique I Am 18 Years Old. I Grew Up Watching My Two Brothers, 6 And 8 Years Younger.
I am very crafty and always can find fun activities for kids to keep busy. I love to cook and bake whenever I have the free time. I love younger kids as well as animals. I can cook, clean, and handle whatever tasks are needed.
Megan B.
Higganum, CT
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Megan and I am from Higganum CT. I have worked with children for about 12 years and I have worked in many different settings, including at home nannying, camp counselor, early education teaching at a learning center, etc. I have worked very closely with children ages 0-16 as well as aiding special needs children...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kerri M.
Higganum, CT
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked in the Madison Public School System for 13 years as a Paraprofessional with special needs students. For the last 6 years I have also been a nanny for 3 children after school. Prior to that I worked as a companion & homemaker for almost 2 years.
Please reach out to me if you think I would me a good match.
Thank...
Kerri can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & 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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am Morgan from Portland, CT. I am 26 years old and have been a RN for 4. 5 years now! I have babysat for all ages throughout the years. I am looking for a part time position on my days off from the hospital. I look forward to helping families and creating relationships!
Morgan can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Morgan can make a fantastic connection with children - especially infants. It is clear that her desire to work with kids (including in her nursing pursuit) is a calling."
Olivia W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Oneiry and I am a student at FIU studying disaster management (fully online). I started casually babysitting at the age of 15 and picked it up professionally at 16, I have on-and-off experience for the past 5 years.
I am also CNA and BLS certified. I have experience with all age groups and am open to all...
Oneiry can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Oneiry was the first sitter we hired to care for our baby who wasn't family and she instantly put us at ease! She is a natural with babies, great with communication, and very responsible. We will definitely hire her again!"
Care member
4.3
(3)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm a mom looking for part time/occasional work, available most evenings for date nights and such. I can help with virtual learning and meal prep as well. I have experience teaching and current CPR/AED/ first aid training. I practice covid safety, covid vaccinated and non smoker. Thank you for your consideration.
I'm ok...
Karlee can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Karlee to babysit our son (14 months) during a wedding. She was dependable, extremely prepared, warm, and flexible enough to handle the chaos during a wedding. Our son is going through a phase where he is extremely clingy and fussy, but she was patient...
Rebecca V.
Hannah R.
Moodus, CT
$19-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As the oldest of 5 children, I have spent my whole life babysitting. It has given me the experience to deal with any situation. I have also worked for four families over the past 2 years. With one family, I spent the summers watching their four young children who were all under the age of 7. With another family, I watched two...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping
5.0
"Hannah was an amazing caregiver for our family of four kids. She was patient, responsible, and engaged the kids in fun activities. She kept us informed and organized everything from meal prep to schedules. We couldn't have asked for a better caregiver and highly...
Rebecca A.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Experienced caregiver with many references! I would love to chat with you to see if our schedules align!
Mckenzie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"McKenzie helped us with our infant for almost one year, from when she was 3 months old. She is an experienced and loving caregiver. She was flexible with my schedule and kept track of feedings and diaper changes. Great communication kept things going smoothly with...
Gabriela T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
HELLO, and thanks for your time!
I'm an energetic, fun, and creative woman. Having retired from the Department of Children & Families at a very young age, I then went on to teach (paraprofessional) special education at the Middle School level (in-person and remotely). I'm intuitive, flexible, trustworthy, Covid vaccinated...
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Fantastic with our daughter she is 10. Very organized, a pleasure to work with. Highly recommend Her."
Elizabeth V.
4.3
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi families! I am a compassionate nanny who has cared for children ages newborn-12 years old for about 20 years. I have the ability to manage multiple children at a time, as well as caring for my own children. I love multitasking, and I get more done when I have a lot of things going on at the same time. I love caring for kids...
Ashleigh can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ashleigh watched my four children along with her own son. She is a very reliable and dependable sitter arrived on time drove in the snow and was very flexible when the children that went to school were off that day. My children absolutely loved her. She got them on...
Jessica H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am 25 years old. I am looking for babysitting, nannying, or pet sitting jobs.
I graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Social Work Degree from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. As a member of the Honors College, I was one of only 58 students nationwide to be awarded the highly prestigious Scholarship in 2022. My...
Kelsey can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I know Kelsey personally for a few years. She's a very reliable and caring young lady. Kelsey has been around my baby since birth and loves kids!!"
Jennifer H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a babysitter/nanny with 20 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have three little ones of my own (ages 2, 5, 8) and was a teacher for many years, so I know a thing or two about kids! I love being a stay-at-home mom, and it gives me the flexibility to help other families in the area! I am available some...
Lindsay can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lindsay babysat for our infant daughter and immediately made both my daughter and us as new parents comfortable. She was reliable, communicative, and trustworthy. 10 out of 10!"
Stacey B.
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, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & 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.
Niya E.
Middletown, CT
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
I Am A College Student Looking For Work While I'm Home On Break!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a recent psychology grad from Worcester State University and am looking for night or weekend babysitting/ care giving as I am in between undergrad and grad school. I have experience with children ages 3 months-17 years old. I have also worked with adults and elderly in rehabilitation and nursing homes. I have experience...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Higganum, CT
Hailey C.
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 communicating. She has also done...
- Jennifer E.
Abigail G.
5.0
Abby was great with my two children. From my daughter-“She is soooooo fun, Mom! I know she likes us cuz she didn’t do on her phone at all!”
From my son, “I like her. She plays Legos with me.”
- Care member
Noelle D.
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.
Morgan N.
5.0
Morgan can make a fantastic connection with children - especially infants. It is clear that her desire to work with kids (including in her nursing pursuit) is a calling.
- Olivia W.
Oneiry R.
5.0
Oneiry was the first sitter we hired to care for our baby who wasn't family and she instantly put us at ease! She is a natural with babies, great with communication, and very responsible. We will definitely hire her again!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Higganum, CT:
How can I find a Higganum babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Higganum, 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 8 babysitters in Higganum, CT on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Higganum, CT?
The average rate for Higganum, CT babysitters on Care.com is $16.12 per hour as of November 2024. 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 Higganum, CT?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Higganum, CT through Care.com. As of 2024, 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.