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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a college student at Conn college. I have my own car. I babysat a lot back in high school and middle school. I'm a camp counselor in the summers. I am creative and able to engage kids of all ages. I can make meals, activities, and help with homework. CPR and Wilderness first aid trained
Lily can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Dawne G.
New Milford, CT
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Where to start? I was an auntie at the ripe old age of... eight! The youngest of six kids myself, this made sense. I grew up with and caring for my nieces and nephews. Fast forward: My husband and I have three adult children. Our son T is 28 and our daughters, K and D are 27 and 21.
I was a stay at home mom for 11 years. During...
Dawne can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Dawne is simply wonderful and she was a godsend to our new family. She is warm, loving, supportive, and flexible. Dawne took extra good care of us and really went above & beyond. I give Dawne my highest possible recommendation. Please feel free to contact me as...
Tara D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Lili and I'm from Brazil. I'm 39 years old and I've lived in this beautiful country for almost 10 years. I'm a very responsible and affectionate person. I have experience with children of all ages . If you are looking for someone to look after your children with love and respect please contact me.
I also clean...
Liliane can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lili was amazing with our toddler, who adores her. Kind, energetic, and is a natural with kids. She was very professional, timely over a 4-month period where she came two days a week from 7 AM to early afternoon. We still call for occasional weekend afternoons or...
Jenn M.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!! My name is Brianna and I am 24-years old. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old, for neighbors, cousins, and many families from care. com that I have had the pleasure of creating long-term and meaningful relationships with! I love being around children and engaging/finding different activities that they enjoy....
Brianna can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
5.0
"We hired Brianna to care for our two children during the summer and she was amazing! Kind, friendly, patient, responsible, and fun to be around. She found lots of activities to keep them busy and was easily able to juggle caring for both kids. I can't recommend her...
Meghan D.
5.0
(1)
I have over 20 years experience in teaching and child care. As a certified teacher, have taught in person, remotely, and homeschooled. I have cared for children in private homes, camp settings, daycare and preschool settings, and in the classroom. Most recently, I have spent nearly three years as a private nanny to a little boy...
Patricia can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Patricia (Kate) has cared for our son since he was 4 months old and has been instrumental in his development. As new parents, we found ourselves relying on her expertise often. She is not only a wonderful caregiver, but a wonderful person who quickly became a...
James L.
Thalia P.
New Milford, CT
$20-33/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hey, I'm Thalia! I currently work at a residential facility called Green Chimneys in Brewster, NY as a social worker as well as running groups. I have my associates in social work and have loads of references. I have a 5-year-old daughter and have 10 years of experience with infants. I have worked at multiple daycares, and have...
Thalia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Thalia worked full-time as a nanny for my four kids for over a year. She s always on time and dependable. Thalia is great with a wide variety of children. She often had my four young children together. Thalia created routines and schedules for the day. The kids...
Lauren P.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a resourceful, energetic, high-performing private school teacher (and mom to three grown sons plus a faraway Gramma to two!!) with a demonstrated love and respect for children, their well being and education. I'm creative, competent and able to remain composed; value honesty and integrity. Able to juggle multiple tasks in a...
Sheila can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sheila is a very kind and caring person. She has a calmness about her that is such a great help with a very active 4 year old boy. I am very happy that I was able to find such a wonderful caregiver.
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Kim T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Andreia and I'm a 34-year-old experienced nanny looking for occasional jobs on the weekends. I really enjoy my time with children specially outdoors. I'm good with crafts and planning activities for rainy and snowy days. I'm comfortable driving them if necessary and I have a clean driving record. I'm also...
Andreia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Andreia is FANTASTIC. She's thorough, kind, and knows exactly what she's doing. She got our VERY messy, post-baby house clean, and now we have her coming every other week. We love her and highly recommend her to everyone!"
Sara C.
Katherine B.
New Milford, CT
$17-50/hr • 20 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Katelyn. I'm a 38-year-old Mother of two who resides in New Milford. I've been taking care of children for years, and it is my passion. I am currently leaving my position of three years in a month, due to the youngest child going into kindergarten. I would be happy to provide references from my last two childcare...
5.0
"Katelyn has been so wonderful with our infant boy. She started watching him right around 4 months old. She sings songs to him, reads books and practices age appropriate activities. She is also always eager to get him outside to get him fresh air when we have a nice...
Jessica R.
Jessica V.
Cornwall Bridge, CT
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I have 20 years of experience working in childcare and early childhood education. I have worked with all ages, but primarily early childhood (infant through preschool ages). I have obtained a bachelor's degree in educational studies and currently work as a nature/preschool teacher during the school year and as a camp...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Lexi B.
New Milford, CT
$17-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
My name is Lexi, I am 19 years old and currently a freshman at the University of New Haven. I am home for the summer and I am looking for a job. I have been babysitting since I was 13 and I am great with kids. I have lots of experience with kids ages newborn to 12. I am an organized person and very good at multitasking. I am...
Lexi can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Samantha I am CPR & first aid certified and have plenty of experience working with children and animals! If you have any questions please feel free to message me. Thank you!
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Lauren G.
Gaylordsville, CT
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Passionate Teacher with a love for educating today's youth. Able to act as a facilitator of powerful learning experiences, while allowing students to dictate certain lessons and lead with curiosity. Experienced with many different personalities and upbringings all with the aim of supporting the children academically,...
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jane G.
New Milford, CT
$30/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm a lovely and patient babysitter who has 4 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I also enjoy interacting with dogs and playing with them.
Jane can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hey! I'm Liv and I would love to be your babysitter/nanny. With plenty of experience in childcare, including several years of being a summer camp counselor for children as young as three, I'm very proficient in the the task of keeping multiple kids entertained at a time, while staying safe. I have experience tutoring young kids,...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Emely V.
New Milford, CT
$18-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. With a year of experience in childcare, I have a strong desire to make a positive impact on young lives. I'm patient, creative, and approachable, and I understand the importance of fostering a safe and nurturing environment.
I believe that open communication is...
Prior to venturing into the corporate world, I was a Nanny/Family Manager with over 8 years of very hands-on, hit-the-ground-running experience. I've worked with several families, with a variety age groups and on different types of schedules and needs! I have experience caring for anywhere from 1-4 children at a time (sometimes...
Lorrissa can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Kathleen M.
New Milford, CT
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Kay! I'm an artist and educator in New Milford, CT looking to nanny to supplement my income. I am described by many who know me as down-to-earth, empathic, and tenderhearted. I have a Bachelor's degree from Clark University in Psychology and Studio Art (both of which come in handy in childcare) and have also taken a...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Sandra A.
New Milford, CT
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am been working with kids for the las 10 years . I worked with a family with 6 kids . I went to school and took some early childhood education classes . I also currently studying psychology. I love learning from kids . I am easygoing, patient, kind and honest person. I love learning new things . I am open to improve myself...
I'm a freshman college student, with a passion for working with kids. I have 1 year of experience babysitting preschoolers and grade schoolers, and I love helping with homework and activities. I'm responsible, creative, and patient, I always try and find fun ways to engage children through drawing, reading, and crafting.
I'm...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Kent, CT
Dawne G.
5.0
Dawne is simply wonderful and she was a godsend to our new family. She is warm, loving, supportive, and flexible. Dawne took extra good care of us and really went above & beyond. I give Dawne my highest possible recommendation. Please feel free to contact me as a reference!
- Tara D.
Liliane M.
5.0
Lili was amazing with our toddler, who adores her. Kind, energetic, and is a natural with kids. She was very professional, timely over a 4-month period where she came two days a week from 7 AM to early afternoon. We still call for occasional weekend afternoons or evenings, and would give a glowing...
- Jenn M.
Brianna D.
5.0
We hired Brianna to care for our two children during the summer and she was amazing! Kind, friendly, patient, responsible, and fun to be around. She found lots of activities to keep them busy and was easily able to juggle caring for both kids. I can't recommend her more highly!
- Meghan D.
Patricia D.
5.0
Patricia (Kate) has cared for our son since he was 4 months old and has been instrumental in his development. As new parents, we found ourselves relying on her expertise often. She is not only a wonderful caregiver, but a wonderful person who quickly became a member of our family. She is always...
- James L.
Thalia P.
5.0
Thalia worked full-time as a nanny for my four kids for over a year. She s always on time and dependable. Thalia is great with a wide variety of children. She often had my four young children together. Thalia created routines and schedules for the day. The kids were learning and having fun. I...
- Lauren P.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Kent, CT:
How can I find a Kent babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Kent, 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 1 babysitters in Kent, 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 Kent, CT?
The average rate for Kent, CT babysitters on Care.com is $17.00 per hour as of April 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 Kent, CT?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Kent, 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.