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60 babysitters are listed in Plainfield, CT
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 8 years
Babysitters in Plainfield, CT
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Meagan and I would love to be your child's new sitter, Nanny and best friend! With about 9 years of child care experience, I am ready to be the most responsible and caring sitter you've had. I am 22 years old and am very respectful, helpful, creative and loving towards all children. For the past 5 years I...
Meagan can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Meagan was great! Very good communication, and kind natured. She hit it off with the kids immediately, they loved her and had so much fun."
Desiree W.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am dependable, kind, loving, nurturing, and have reliable transportation. I always listen to the parents' needs and keep them in the loop as to how the day is going. I am attentive to the child/children's needs. I was with a family for over 6 years. Those boys are like my grandchildren. I still see them regularly. I can...
Meryl can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"We hired Meryl just a few weeks ago for child care and pet care, she is wonderful.
She is always on time, in fact she arrives early. She is very dependable and reliable.
My kids love her already, she gets on the floor and plays with them and interacts with them...
Eric R.
Madison M.
Plainfield, CT
$23-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi there, I'm Madison! I like to introduce myself as a genuine, creative, and kind individual who believes in fostering a safe, nurturing and fun environment for children. My passion for caring for children stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting and teaching roles, where I discovered the joy of nurturing...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kaitlyn N.
Plainfield, CT
$17-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Kaitlyn. I am 22 years old and I am studying to become a music teacher. I have two Bachelors degrees and I am working towards getting my Masters degree this year. I have a ton of experience working with children of all ages and needs. Not only from my education, but through working at a camp, babysitting, and...
Saige O.
Plainfield, CT
$20-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, kind, and easy-going
I started working with kids when I was 16 and have been working with them ever since! I am now 25 and have over 8 years of experience and certifications.
In my spare time, I love to play tennis, read, bake cakes and other desserts, and I love to thrift and antique!
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(11)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I started babysitting at 11 years old for neighbors' kids. I was a camp counselor and a lifeguard in my teens. I love doing craft projects and reading. I raised 2 boys and have a 6-year-old grandson and 2 granddaughters who are my heart and soul. I have a Bachelor's degree from Sacred Heart University. I love cats and dogs. I am...
Susan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Sue is absolutely amazing with kids! She takes wonderful care of my 8 year old and 5 year old! She always provides fun activities for them to do while they are in her care. She also helps out with the cats and the dog as needed and I always come home to a tidy...
Amber P.
5.0
(2)
I go by Lee, I am a young but experienced nanny looking for a new position since the child I care for now will be starting daycare in September. I love working with children of all ages but especially infants. I am passionate about the work I do and incorporate activities appropriate for development based on the age of the...
Leanne can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We have been lucky enough to have Lee as our full time nanny for the last 10+ months. Lee is everything you could want in a nanny — extremely responsible, full of joy and excitement with our daughter every single day, and a conscientious employee. As first time...
Care member
Nyazia S.
Baltic, CT
$17/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Nyazia!
I'm a 22-year-old nanny with a love for fun and creativity. With 5 years of experience, I'm great at turning everyday moments into exciting adventures for kids!
**What I Offer:**
- Creative play and fun activities
- Safe and loving care
- Homework help and support
**Availability:**
Flexible schedule in the...
5.0
"Nyazia was amazing we had a great conversation and she was great with my very active Boys 3 and 6. She was very interactive with them asking them what things they liked. I am happy we met."
Tonya W.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there my name is Shannon and I am 27 years old! I have over 10 years of experience in childcare. I have worked as a PCA for individuals with special needs, a nanny for infants up to 12 years old and a pre school head teacher for roughly two years. I am American Red Cross CPR CERTIFIED and I also have my epi pen and...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Shannon is an amazing woman filled with empathy! She shows compassion, kindness, and playfulness, always caring for the kids. Her dedication and determination to better the lives of the kids she works with are unmatched, always putting their needs and wants first....
Care member
Hi, I am currently looking for a reliable job where I can show my wonderful skills as a CNA/PCA. I am very trustworthy, organized and caring - I can't wait to show a great family how much I can care for their loved one. I worked with a client who had muscular dystrophy for two years (she was bedridden, only had movement from her...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Karina H.
Jewett City, CT
$17-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am 23 years old graduate student from UCONN! I currently work full time in a school as a school social worker! I'm looking for some babysitting for the summer months! I have experience babysitting for friends, family, and also in a daycare for a summer before college. I am kind, hard working, and compassionate about working...
Karina can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Arieanna S.
Danielson, CT
$10-17/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting for families since I was 15 and have a younger sister I've always taken care of. I am a full time Orthodontic assistant looking to help out Friday-Sunday anytime and Monday-Thursday after 5:30!!
I consider myself patient, calm, creative, and imaginative. I believe that fostering a caring and nurturing...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kaylee K.
Canterbury, CT
$20-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi my name is Kaylee
I graduated Eastern with a degree in psychology.
I have worked in a school system for five years and am currently employed there.
I have worked infants, children, teenagers and young adults.
I'd describe my personality as reliable, flexible and dependable
I like working with kids because I love...
My background includes 25 years working with children with emotional and behaviors. My last job of 12 years I worked as a child advocate for children newborn through 18 years old.
Before that I worked with the elderly for 10 years. I've worked for a few agencies but mostly word of mouth jobs.
I enjoy working with both children...
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
Debbie R.
Hampton, CT
$15-25/hr
My name is Debbie R. I am 59 years old and I live in Hampton ct. I am a smoker and would need to step outside every 2 hours but I would take excellent care of your child Hope to hear from you
Christina O.
Moosup, CT
$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I've always had a passion for nurturing children's growth, and with 3 years of childcare experience, I'm confident in my ability to provide a safe and enriching environment. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I prioritize open communication with parents. Whether it's playing outdoor games, engaging in board games, or having...
I have 20 years of experience in the child care field. I enjoy the one on one experience of being a nanny. Seeing the same smiling faces daily. Working closely with the family to help their children grow and learn.
I have children of my own, they'll be in school during day. Sometimes my younger child will be with me. As a...
Haley can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Meghan and I am a certified elementary teacher with 5 years of experience working in a school. I am looking for part time work over the summer as either a nanny or tutor.
Meghan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Mikaela and I hold a Master's Degree in School Counseling and currently work as full-time high school counselor. I am looking for some possible evening babysitting as well as weekend and/or date night jobs!
I have many years of experience with children of all ages from 6 weeks to teenagers and watching up to 5...
Mikaela can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Selena M.
Danielson, CT
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm a caregiver with a passion for helping young minds grow and develop. My experience in previous babysitting roles showed me how rewarding it is to positively influence children's lives. I'm motivated to support families and provide a reliable childcare option, which is why I've dedicated five years to being a caregiver.
I'm...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Plainfield, CT
Meagan M.
5.0
Meagan was great! Very good communication, and kind natured. She hit it off with the kids immediately, they loved her and had so much fun.
- Desiree W.
Meryl S.
5.0
Meryl is an excellent nanny!
She has taken wonderful care of our infant daughter for over an month, and our baby really enjoys being in her company. Meryl actively engages with her throughout the day, and plays inside and outside with a lot of variety. She's calm when things get fussy and always...
- Kathryne D.
Susan H.
5.0
We initially reached out to Susan to inquire if she would be interested in providing childcare for our two sons (then 2 month olds and almost three years old). We met Susan at the park and she immediately got down and dirty in the sandbox with our truck loving boy. He immediately took to her and...
- Courtney Z.
Leanne W.
5.0
We have been lucky enough to have Lee as our full time nanny for the last 10+ months. Lee is everything you could want in a nanny — extremely responsible, full of joy and excitement with our daughter every single day, and a conscientious employee. As first time parents, we did not not what to expect...
- Care member
Nyazia S.
5.0
Nyazia was amazing we had a great conversation and she was great with my very active Boys 3 and 6. She was very interactive with them asking them what things they liked. I am happy we met.
- Tonya W.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Plainfield, CT:
How can I find a Plainfield babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Plainfield, 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 5 babysitters in Plainfield, 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 Plainfield, CT?
The average rate for Plainfield, CT babysitters on Care.com is $19.40 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 Plainfield, CT?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Plainfield, 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 Plainfield, CT babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Plainfield, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.