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60 babysitters are listed in New Canaan, CT
The average posted rate is $24/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
What others are saying about babysitters in New Canaan, CT
Ellie is great with our 10 month old! It is obvious she has worked with babies before. We think she is great and T loves her. We feel…
Review for Elizabeth H. by Karen N.
Gail was our full time nanny for over 5 years. She was so amazing with them and we trust her 100%. Gail is an incredibly kind women, puts…
Review for Gail A. by Care member
Yana is a wonderful loving competent nanny, especially great with babies. She is helpful around the house too and most importantly, always…
Review for Yana Z. by Care member
Babysitters in New Canaan, CT
Elizabeth H.
New Canaan, CT
$41/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ellie and I've been working with children for close to 10 years. I started babysitting at 12 and since then I have worked at various childcare locations, as well as multiple nanny families. I have experience with children 8 weeks to 12 years and have been able to navigate watching these vastly different age...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Ellie is great with our 10 month old! It is obvious she has worked with babies before. We think she is great and T loves her. We feel very comfortable with Ellie and plan to hire her again. She is also fantastic with our 11 year old Labrador, Zoey."
Karen N.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I was a nanny for 7 years with the same family full time and a babysitter for many families over that time. Many of these families encouraged me to go back to school to become a teacher after which I worked full time at the same school for 20 years as an assistant teacher in Kindergarten and
Pre-K also as director of the...
Gail can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Gail has been helping our family by driving our kids (10 and 8) to their after-school activities while she is looking for her forever family. Gail is extremely punctual and a very safe driver, but most importantly she loves children and is really wonderful with...
Melissa F.
Yana Z.
New Canaan, CT
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Well educated. Have an experience from newborn (also worked as a night shift baby nurse) to teenagers, 20 years of experience. I have one son. I am warm, loving , reliable, engaging, nurturing, enthusiastic, energetic , caring, fun, supportive and a self-starter. Comfortable taking kids to the pool. Experience with multiple...
Yana can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Yana is a wonderful loving competent nanny, especially great with babies. She is helpful around the house too and most importantly, always making your children a priority. She is never on her phone in front of the kids and she’s often taking them outside for fresh...
Care member
Sydney D.
New Canaan, CT
$20-36/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Weekday Daytime Needs
Hi there! My name is Sydney and I am finishing my final semester at the University of Vermont. I study Sociology and Economics and have a passion for arts and crafts, spending time outdoors, and have recently taken up baking. Care taking in many forms has always been a part of my life. I began as a mother's helper at the age of...
Sydney can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Hi, I'm Olivia! I am looking for both part-time and full-time babysitting jobs for the month of August. With extensive experience working with children of all ages and abilities, I am well-equipped to provide excellent care. My background in education includes my most recent role as a teaching assistant at New Canaan Public...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Fiona V.
New Canaan, CT
$17-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available Weekdays/nights And Weekends/nights. Text For Availability.
Hi there! I love babysitting and working with kids. I have worked at a summer camp in East Hampton, NY for six years, specifically with the preschool, ages 3-5. Since having that job, I have babysat for many different families from ages 3mo-14yrs. I'm very cautious of allergies, health issues, and am CPR/babysitting certified...
Fiona can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
My name is Jackelyne, 38 years-old. I am from Brazil and I have been living here for 17 years now.
I am dependable, clean, organized, reliable and easy going person. I'm a non-smoker.
I have my own car and I have held a CT drivers license since 2009 with a clean driving record.
I am also comfortable with pets, preparing...
Jackelyne can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Reese C.
New Canaan, CT
$18-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as Nice, Respectful, And responsible
I like working with kids because I love to help people
I started working with kids ever since my little brother was born. My first real babysitting job was when I was 14.
In my spare time, I like to hang with my siblings and family
One thing you should know...
Reese can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Liliana M.
New Canaan, CT
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
I've always been passionate about nurturing the growth and development of young minds, which led me to become a childcare provider. With four years of experience, I'm comfortable caring for two children, ranging from infants to preteens. My creative and friendly nature allows me to engage children in various activities, from...
Jasmine U.
New Canaan, CT
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm a mother of three children. I have experience with children because I babysit my friends' children for 3 years and I read to my kids every day. I help them with their homework. I'm very fun with kids and fair with them. I am also a great cook and great cleaner. I have raised 3 boys and babysat other kids before.
Jasmine can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Trustline Certified
I am a 47 years old experienced nanny and babysitter. I have 20+ years of child care experience as a professional nanny in the USA and as a preschool teacher in Hungary. I have worked in a large range of ages from infants through 15 years old in the last 20 years.
I am passionate about children and their development. They are...
Borbala can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hello!
My name is Elma, I'm 31 years old and I'm from Italy.
I'm a very friendly girl, positive and have a strong work ethic. I was an AuPair for almost three years. I really enjoy taking care of kids, playing with them and guiding them in their young age, although this line of work can be challenging I find a lot of purpose...
Elma can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello, I am Marisín, I am 27 years old. I was Au Pair two years, with my previous host family and nanny/housekeeper for 6 months. I am willing to give you all my attention and support for your kids. I am responsible and willing to cooperate
I like working with kids because I love being around kids, also I think we can learn a...
Marisin can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Danielle M.
New Canaan, CT
$30-300/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been watching children for over 10 years now and can say without a doubt that children are my passion! I have cared for children of all ages starting at newborns to over 10 years old and also have experience with caring for multiple children at a time. I love helping kids explore and play and learn new things for...
Danielle can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Jada V.
New Canaan, CT
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as honest, trustworthy and very reliable.
I like working with kids because I love to see the world through their eyes and I love how no single day at work is the same! Every time I learn how patient I am and my level of tolerance.
I love growing with them and constantly amazed by their new skills.
I...
Audrey A.
New Canaan, CT
$17-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm 23 and just graduated college living in Upper east side. I have a ton of experience babysitting kids of all ages.
Audrey can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Motivated, dependable caregiver with a 5+ years experience in early childhood development andchildcare. Create engaging activities that incorporate learning through play and build children's social, emotional, and behavioral skills. Capable of organizing children's daily schedules, including meals, school and recreational...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have been a counselor for over 25 years with the special-needs population and their families. I also do substitute teaching within my home district of New Canaan, Connecticut. I am comfortable and experienced with from newborn to 21+ I am currently a house manager on a part time basis where I do everything household related...
Carol can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Rejoice B.
New Canaan, CT
$37/hr • 11 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have always been fond of taking care of children at an early age and given that I come from a big family with younger nieces and nephews. It's a delight of mine to watch after kids, direct and supervise them.
Rejoice can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Monei J.
New Canaan, CT
$22/hr • 6 yrs exp
A Childcare Professional Trained In Montessori And Reggio Emilia Teaching Philosophies.
Kind and cheerful nanny with several years of experience nurturing and caring for children. A childcare professional trained in Montessori and Reggio Emilia teaching philosophies. Offers a unique skill in speaking intermediate Japanese paired with in depth knowledge of child led activities to develop new skills and encourage...
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in New Canaan, CT:
How can I find a New Canaan babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in New Canaan, 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 23 babysitters in New Canaan, 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 New Canaan, CT?
The average rate for New Canaan, CT babysitters on Care.com is $24.52 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 New Canaan, CT?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in New Canaan, 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 New Canaan, CT babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in New Canaan, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.