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Find babysitters in Ledyard, CT that you’ll love

60 babysitters are listed in Ledyard, CT

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of November 2024

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years

Babysitters in Ledyard, CT

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Sarah O.


Ledyard, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Mother Of Five With Medical Background

5.0

(4)

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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: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CNA

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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Savannah D.


Ledyard, CT

$23-32/hr10 yrs exp

I'm A Mom, Auntie, And A Seasoned Nanny & Educator - Updated Schedule 1/1/24

Are you in need of a well-deserved date night, a girls' night out, or a relaxing trip to the spa? Look no further - my updated schedule is now open to you! Hi, I'm Savannah, a passionate caregiver with 15+ years of experience. Ensuring your child's safety is my top priority - I'm CPR/first aid certified and trained in...
Savannah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Savannah is a classroom teacher at my agency. She is unflappable. Her calm is contagious. One of her greatest traits is how she can really quickly “get” kids! She’s a natural care giver. I highly recommend Savannah!"

Joanna B.

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Aryanna O.


Ledyard, CT

$16-22/hr2 yrs exp

Hi I'm Ary and I'm 18 years old. I am a passionate and responsible caregiver dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing environment for your child. With a genuine love for kids, I prioritize their well-being and happiness. My experience and commitment make me the ideal choice for a reliable and caring babysitter. For the past 2...
Aryanna can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Michaela D.


Ledyard, CT

$15-18/hr7 yrs exp

My Name Is Michaela And I Am In My Senior Year At Eastern Connecticut State University.

Hi, my name is Michaela. I just graduated from Eastern Connecticut State University with my Bachelors degree in Humanities and Sociology. I graduated from the Community College of Rhode Island with an AD in Early Childhood Education. I have a passion for teaching children, which is why I specialize in helping children reach...
Michaela can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Hi! My name is Madison :) I have been working in the childcare field for three years now! I am experienced with children of all ages, and I am about to attend college to get my teaching degree! I am first aid/CPR certified, have lots of experience in montessori style teaching; and am currently a teacher at a local childcare...
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Erin T.


Ledyard, CT

$15-30/hr4 yrs exp

Erin T.

I am a fun loving, positive and crafty person! From an early age I knew I wanted to be a teacher. I spent my summers at a camp from age 7 and eventually started volunteering there and then working there as a counselor. Because of this camp, it was clear for me going into college what I wanted to do in life. I worked at a few...
Erin can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

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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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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
"Miss.Linda is definitely the person you need to hire for your kids!! She always took my daughter places for her to have fun and sometimes she didn't want to come home because she was having so much fun. She is very reliable and if it was last minute she was able to...

Caroline C.

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Amanda S.


Mystic, CT

$22/hr7 yrs exp

Dependable & Trustworthy Babysitter

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, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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Grace R.


Pawcatuck, CT

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Reliable And Fun Babysitter/Teacher!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

10 years of extensive babysitting experience - all ages. Previous experience as Pre-K teacher and in early childhood centers. Creative, kind, and energetic. Experienced in dance and art with kids. Very comfortable with pets.
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We hired Grace for a week and a half when our normal care provider was on sudden leave. Luckily, Grace was available to help immediately. We have three children under 5, and Grace was able to, within a day, establish a positive rapport with them. Because...

James P.

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Mariah M.


Norwich, CT

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

I am a mother to three children of my own. I have been a CNA/PCA since I was 18 years old. I have experience with adaptive equipment and multiple special needs. I have a passion for helping others.
Mariah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

CNA

5.0
"She's been a huge help watching my toddler while I work. She's been reliable and helped on short notice a few occasions! She's been flexible during unforeseen schedule changes and offered a thorough report on our child's day. If you have a young child they'll be in...

Elaine K.

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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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision & 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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Elizabeth B.


Mystic, CT

$15-17/hr6 yrs exp

I am CPR and First Aid certified as well as Med certified. I am currently working in a daycare as a Head Toddler Teacher, and I plan on leaving do work for a family instead. While working at a daycare I have Learned Curriculum and can implement that into your child's everyday activities as well as crafts, and outside play. I...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"She is awesome with kids and has two of her own"

Riley H.

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Emily L.


Norwich, CT

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Taking A Break From Working In Education And Going Back To Being A Nanny

I'd describe my personality as nurturing, responsible, and fun. I have availability in the mornings and evenings for before and after school care for bus pick ups I started working with kids when I was 16 as a local babysitter. I then worked my way from working at a daycare for a few years and onto public and private schools....
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Emily took care of my 3 boys for years, I wish would could have kept her forever! She is responsible and caring, highly recommend! "

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Julia C.


New London, CT

$18-25/hr15 yrs exp

Former Children's Museum Educator With Tons Of Caretaking Experience

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

I am the eldest of 13 Cousins and have been baby sitting for as long as I can remember unofficially, and in a more formal capacity. I have experience caring for newborns all the way up to middle schoolers, and I have a great deal of experience with special needs and spectrum children as well. I am comfortable one on one as well...
Julia can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Julia is absolutely wonderful. She is thoughtful, communicative, punctual, and trustworthy. She approaches babysitting with supreme professionalism and genuine care. Our daughter really took to her and so did our dog! (Between us/the parents and our daughter and...

Leigh S.

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Abigail K.


New London, CT

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have 4 years of child care experience including coaching, babysitting, volunteering at daycares, and studying Human Development at school. I am super flexible, easy going, and am willing to do whatever it takes to keep your kids safe and happy! Please reach out with any questions, concerns, or to talk about hourly rates (I'm...
Abigail can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My children loved Abbi. I enjoyed hearing about the fun adventures they had with her whenever I got home. Abbi also did a wonderful job helping with remote learning. We miss her now that she lives so far away from us!"

Alison O.

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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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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, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & 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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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Ledyard, CT

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.

Savannah D.

5.0

Savannah is a classroom teacher at my agency. She is unflappable. Her calm is contagious. One of her greatest traits is how she can really quickly “get” kids! She’s a natural care giver. I highly recommend Savannah!

- Joanna B.

Bridgette V.

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 stories with them. She always thinks of...

- Wendy I.

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

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

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Babysitters in Ledyard, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.