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60 babysitters are listed in Higganum, CT
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Higganum, CT
Hailey C.
Higganum, CT
$17-20/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:
CPR
First Aid
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & 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...
Megan B.
Higganum, CT
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Megan and I am from Higganum CT and I currently work as a Young Toddler teacher at an Early Learning Center. I have worked with children for about 12 years. I have worked in many different settings, including at home nannying, camp counselor, early childhood education at a learning center, etc. I have worked very...
Megan can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & 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.
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
"Karlee is willing to help and she is very open, communicative and dependable."
Jeanette B.
Rachel S.
Madison, CT
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am A Loving, Caring Mother, Wife And Teacher To My Own Children.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I enjoy spending quality time with kids. I prefer having a routine and enjoy structured activities. I like getting outside as much as possible, when the weather permits. I am an avid swimmer, even able to teach lessons to young children. I am caring, kind, fun and friendly.
I like to run a tight ship, but, only for a child's...
Rachel can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is excellent with kids, very organized, works well with all ages. Friendly, fun, interacts very well with the children."
Susan M.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & 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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I have know Kelsey for 17 years she was a student at my dance studio. Kelsey was an assistant teacher at my studio for many years . She is very responsible, always on time and great with the kids. The children loved her and looked up to her as a rule model . I also...
Dawn L.
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: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, 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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & 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.
5.0
(1)
Hello, I am Kelsey! I am a very compassionate patient person driven by my passion to serve the community. Currently I work with developmentally disabled adults specifically with autism and other psychological disorders. I also have extensive experience babysitting kids all ages!
In the fall I am planning on attending University...
Kelsey can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"She is the most caring and devoted women I have encountered. She was great with taking care of my kids. She often cooked for them, played games with them and kept them in good spirits. My kids love her and always ask when she is going to look after them again. She...
Stephanie F.
Alison R.
Madison, CT
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Fun, Energetic, Fun-Loving 28-Year Old Madison Sitter For Part-Time & Occasional Sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have taken an interest very early on in children, going back to my preschool and volunteering my time. I have volunteered at both the CT Food Bank and at the Madison Senior center. I have baby-sat for three wonderful girls, and occasionally for two boys, as well as for neighbors and several other baby-sitting and nanny jobs. I...
Alison can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Ali is a reliable, responsible babysitter who my kids adore. I trust her completely and would highly recommend her as a babysitter. She takes her role seriously and is always coming up with new ways to entertain my kids. "
Kristen K.
Courtney W.
Killingworth, CT
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have loved working with kids since I was a kid. I have cousins who are 7 and 9 years younger than me and once they were born I wanted to be able to babysit for them. When I turned 12 was old enough to take the babysitting course our local rec department offered and after that I took every opportunity to babysit. I started by...
Courtney can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Sydney B.
Madison, CT
$17-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm going into my senior year at Sacred Heart University and live in madison ct! I have been babysitting for around 4 years along with being a counselor at summer camps before that. I am studying to be a pediatrician so I love kids and want to continue working with kids when i'm older. I am CPR certified and I do have my own...
I have 3 children of my own ages 22, 19, 13. 2 girls and a boy. Ive been babysitting since I was 13 yrs old I still do. I love children a looking for a nanny position. I miss the younger years with my kids. I feel like being with Kids keeps you young and active.
Skills:
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.
Karlee H.
5.0
Karlee is willing to help and she is very open, communicative and dependable.
- Jeanette B.
Rachel S.
5.0
words can't describe how much Rachel helps our family every morning. she helps get the kids ready for school, cleans up the house, and a lot more. She even brings gifts for the kids and our puppy. she has great energy and is very organized. my kids love her and so do we.
- Michael M.
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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 6 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 $17.83 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 Higganum, CT?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Higganum, 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.