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60 babysitters are listed in Sandy Hook, CT
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Sandy Hook, CT
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Jil. I graduated May 2023 at Central Connecticut State University with a bachelors in Psychology. I do have experience caring for younger children, more specifically ages 1-3 as I am currently a teacher at a daycare and have been in daycares for 3 years. It is one of my most favorite things to connect...
Jilian can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jill was a great babysitter to my daughter. She played with her, did puzzles, worked on crafts together and taught her preschool work books. We would definitely hire Jill again."
Michelle A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello. My name is Megan. I am a graduate of Southern Connecticut State University with a Bachelors in Early Childhood Education. I currently am, and have been a teacher at a public preschool in New Haven for the last year. I do also have a lot of prior experience in the childcare field including private daycare's/preschool, as...
Megan can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Megan is a great caregiver - highly recommend !"
Josh K.
Courtney C.
Sandy Hook, CT
$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
It Takes A Village - I'm Hoping To Be Apart Of Yours!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Greetings! I am a CT mother, residing in the Newtown area hoping to extend my services and comfort in working with children to families looking for the same. My greatest experience has been in raising my own family, and doing that well! My own children range in ages from 1 to 12 years old, and as of late I have also worked with...
Courtney can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Courtney is a very caring person; exceptionally knowledgeable in many areas and willing to learn; also up for a challenge"
Donna L.
Hello Parents!
I've been babysitting for 8 years, with ages newborn - 13. I've been lucky enough to babysit for one family for 6 of those 8 years, and I still go back to visit them today. I loved being able to form such a close bond with not only the kids, but their parents as well. Every time I surprised the kids (coming home...
Elle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I am starting graduate school in the fall and looking for part-time babysitting or tutoring jobs in the San Diego area. I have several years of babysitting experience with a wide range of ages. I have also been a tutor and cheerleading coach for children ages 5-10 while in high school and college. As a nanny/babysitter, I will...
Ivy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Lauren C.
Sandy Hook, CT
$12-24/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi Parents! I'm Lauren And I'm Available To Babysit, Pet Sit, Nanny, And Do Household Work
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Lauren, I am a Newtown local. I am 20 years old with a clean driving record and my own car. I am currently studying at Southern Connecticut State majoring in elementary education. In addition, I worked at Little Explorers daycare in Newtown with children aged between eight weeks and 5 years old. I have been...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Morgan S.
Sandy Hook, CT
$16-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have always had a passion for working and spending time with children. Throughout high school I volunteered in my schools preschool while also volunteering as a lacrosse coach for elementary schoolers. From this experience, and growing up in general with a passion to help kids, it inspired me to go to Syracuse University and...
Morgan can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Brianna D.
Sandy Hook, CT
$17-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! I am Brianna. I am 23-year-old and currently attending Naugatuck community college part time. I worked 3 years at an after school program called Education Connection with kids K-8th grade. I have been a nanny for the past 5 years and am CPR certified with both infants and children. I have my own car and clean...
Brianna can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
Carly K.
Sandy Hook, CT
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Strive to maintain A high level of creativity across every educational level. Maintain constant supervision of children. Extremely flexible daytime and nighttime schedule.
Carly can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
I have cared for all ages of children in a daycare setting. At home care and overnight care for over 30 years. I enjoy watching your children grow and help nurture them.
Mary can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I grew up babysitting my younger siblings until I was old enough to watch other's children alone. I've taken ample of child and human development courses in high school and college which has given me an insight to the developmental, emotional and physical development your child needs to thrive! In addition to my education I was...
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She did a great job with my 3 year old. He enjoyed his time with her. She was flexible with hours and was on time."
Morgan S.
5.0
(2)
I'm 29 years of age with 13 years of experience working with young children and it is truly a passion to me. I want to express my interest in bringing my experience and education as an educator to your children and family. I have worked in a childcare center for 6 years and as a full time nanny for 7 years. I have taken early...
Kelly can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Kelly was wonderful with my children! She even came early and kept the children entertained the entire night. She is a joy to have in our home and we can't wait to have her over again."
Blake K.
4.1
(7)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
I have been watching children since high school. I did that for three years. After high school, I taught 2 and 3-years-old's in Sunday school. I also worked with a before and after-school program with children (from kindergarten to grade five) for a year (and was the site's leader). After a few years passed, I got married to a...
Pauline can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We spoke with Pauline on the phone - excellent communication, very efficient, and very helpful. We didn't hire Pauline only because our plans changed but she would have been a good fit for our needs; we will keep her in favorites for possible future job...
Doug M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Megan and I have been working with kids for the last 12 years. I have my masters in school psychology and work at an elementary school in CT during the school year. I have been a nanny, a camp counselor, a soccer referee, and even a preschool teacher. I have always loved working with children in any capacity that I...
Megan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"My daughter LOVES it when Megan comes to babysit. She super punctual, very responsible and really plays with my daughter and pays a lot of attention to her."
Kara F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am 26, currently working on my associates and I work at a veterinary hospital part-time as a Veterinary Assistant. I have had work my whole lifetime filled with child care experience. My schedule is pretty flexible and frequently I can do short notice date nights, drop off/pick up to extracurricular activities, sick days...
Jaclyn can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Jaci has been great! I have appreciated her thoughtful considerate nature, she is a true professional.
Both my boys seem to really appreciate her youthful energy, her kind consideration, as well as the hot chocolates she occasionally brings for them.
The dogs...
Carlos R.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Cristina I'm 22 years old. I just graduated with my bachelors in psychology and am currently am going for my masters in school counseling. I have babysat/nannied various ages and love them all!! I don't mind running errands or taking the kids to their activities. I love animals and don't mind watching them as...
Cristina can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"I highly recommend Christina as she reliable and dependable. I have 3 children ( twins that are 5 and a 6 year old) that are always very excited to see her."
Allison L.
Christina A.
Shelton, CT
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
"A Teacher Affects Eternity, She Never Knows Where Her Influence Stops."
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Christina - an experienced Elementary School Teacher (K-6) with over 10 yrs of experience working at various grade levels btw K-6.
At a very young age, I always knew that my passion in life is working with children. Since I was 12, I nannied and babysat families with a range of 1-6 children with ages ranging from...
Christina can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Very reliable and great with my baby!"
Sarah U.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Since my first day of being employed as a summer camp counselor, I fell in love with working with children. I spent the best summer of my life there, building relationships with kids ages 5-13. My job included creating a fun atmosphere for groups of up to 12 children at a time while providing guidance and enforcing safety and...
Marissa can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Marissa is great! I never have to worry about a thing when she is here. She is responsible and gentle and not to mention a great cook! She is not only a care giver but a best friend."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I moved to Bradenton almost two years ago to work as an occupational therapist. I am now looking for date night nanny positions. I worked as a nanny while in college and I have extensive experience with infants and multiples. During my years as a nanny, I have traveled with my families as well as stayed home with my nanny kiddos...
Lauryn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was fantastic with our son, we have never used anyone to babysit that wasn't family. We immediately felt at ease with Lauryn. Our son had an instant connection with her. We would absolutely recommend her. Any family should feel lucky to use her."
Nicole C.
4.0
(1)
I went to school for Pre-k to 9th grade math education. I have worked in several daycare centers and after school enrichment centers. Over the years I have babysat for multiple families.
Stacey can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
4.0
"Stacey came and interviewed with our family for my 14 month old son. She showed up right on time and was openly greeted by our son. Stacey has very positive energy and I can tell she is comfortable around children and adults alike. She is mature and intelligent and...
Rachel H.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Sandy Hook, CT
Jilian M.
5.0
Jill was a great babysitter to my daughter. She played with her, did puzzles, worked on crafts together and taught her preschool work books. We would definitely hire Jill again.
- Michelle A.
Megan W.
5.0
Megan is a great caregiver - highly recommend !
- Josh K.
Courtney C.
5.0
Courtney is a very caring person; exceptionally knowledgeable in many areas and willing to learn; also up for a challenge
- Donna L.
Kayla G.
5.0
She did a great job with my 3 year old. He enjoyed his time with her. She was flexible with hours and was on time.
- Morgan S.
Kelly M.
5.0
Kelly was wonderful with my children! She even came early and kept the children entertained the entire night. She is a joy to have in our home and we can't wait to have her over again.
- Blake K.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Sandy Hook, CT:
How can I find a Sandy Hook babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Sandy Hook, 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 10 babysitters in Sandy Hook, 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 Sandy Hook, CT?
The average rate for Sandy Hook, CT babysitters on Care.com is $17.00 per hour as of January 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 Sandy Hook, CT?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Sandy Hook, 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.