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60 babysitters are listed in Shelton, CT
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 8 years
Babysitters in Shelton, CT
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, caring, and outgoing.
I like working with kids because I absolutely love to help young ones learn and grow! It feels amazing to be a good role model. I love interacting with the kids and having a fun time.
I am 21 years old and have two younger sisters, ages 10 and 12. I have...
Susan C.
Shelton, CT
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced & Responsible Looking To Help Fulfill Your Family's Needs.
Hi
I'm Susan, and I'd love to be a trusted support for your family!
With years of experience caring for children of all ages, as well as raising two independent children of my own, I understand the needs and challenges of working with kids. I'm looking for a part-time position, whether it's for the summer or during the school...
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
Haylie D.
Shelton, CT
$17/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Haylie, I am 21 years old. I currently care for a 4-year-old boy. I am CPR certified and I am very patient with kids. Im very communicative with parents and enjoy being around kids. I am going into my next semester this fall for my RN license. I would to get to know you and your family!
I'd describe my...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Taylor B.
Shelton, CT
$25-50/hr • 12 yrs exp
I've been a childcare provider for over a decade because I'm passionate about helping children learn, grow, and thrive. I have experience caring for children of all ages, from toddlers to preteens, and I'm comfortable enforcing household rules and following parents' preferred communication methods. I'm also CPR and First Aid...
Anna Luiza Z.
Shelton, CT
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm a calm, creative, and friendly childcare provider with over 5 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I'm passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives and have a strong desire to support families by providing reliable childcare.
I'm comfortable caring for up to 4 children at a time and have...
Linda S.
Shelton, CT
$20-50/hr • 20 yrs exp
As an experienced and dedicated childcare provider with 20 years of experience, I'm passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children and supporting families. My patient and calm nature creates a nurturing environment, while my creativity and imagination ensure that playtime is always engaging and educational.
Melissa L.
Shelton, CT
$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a mother of 3 beautiful children. I have over 14 years of experience as a sitter. I am looking for a part-time occasional sitting job.
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
Alanna E.
New Haven, CT
$22-32/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with four years of experience, I find great joy in supporting families and positively impacting children's lives. My journey into caregiving was driven by my previous babysitting roles, where I discovered my knack for fostering a safe and nurturing environment for children.
My...
Alanna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alanna helped me with my 2 and 4 year olds and she was great. Definitely will hire again!"
Jabeen L.
4.9
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Katelyn and I live in Orange Ct and I have cared for several different types of infants, children, teens and Adults. I have a lot of experience taking care of typical children as well as children who have disabilities. I have worked as a summer camp counselor for the past three years and have enjoyed every...
Katelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Katelyn was a huge help to my family. She took care of my son for 4 years. Her duties included, preparing food, cleaning up after my son, keeping him entertained with educational and leisure activities.
Katelyn was always on time and my son adores her. Katelyn...
Melanie Y.
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, 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
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi:) My name is Gracie and I am 19 years old. I hope you are doing well!
I graduated from high school in 2022 and I have been nannying full time since I was 12. My goal is to save up enough money and be able to travel full time, and then eventually settle down with a family of my own! I absolutely love traveling and being...
Gracie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Gracie has been great with our newborn son, Alex. She is very professional and courteous and I highly recommend her to any family. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I grew up as an attentive oldest sister to three siblings. I have many references regarding my experience caring for all ages of children and infants. I like to brag that the only reason I might lose a family is because they have moved away or the children out grew their need for a sitter. In 2013 I graduated from Eastern...
Liz can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"Liz provided child care for my three children for almost two years. She is a modern day Mary Poppins and my kids still ask about her and miss her terribly 4 years later... You won't find anyone better."
Paul B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Friendly and outgoing nanny who loves being around children and animals, and helping them with their daily needs. I'm a college graduate with a bachelors degree in psychology and biology. I have over 5 years of experience in child care and ABA therapy. looking for a full time position
Johana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Johana was wonderful with our kids and they haven't not stopped talking about her since she left. She was professional, kind, and patient and I would absolutely recommend her to anyone. This was our first time actually leaving our kids with someone who was not...
Heather A.
Mary Kate W.
Milford, CT
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am currently a Pediatric RN working on a medicine/cardiology floor. I take care of children of all ages and have 3 years of pediatric RN experience. Prior to that I worked as an RN on an adult orthopedic/ post spine surgery floor for about 3 years. I am looking for per diem/part time work on my days off.
Mary Kate can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"I have 9 year old twins and Mary Kate has babysat my children for over 7 years. They absolutely adore her. She plays with the kids and always keeps them safe. One of my children has Down syndrome and Mary Kate is amazing with her! Now that Mary Kate attends...
Sandi L.
Grimar R.
Stratford, CT
$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Occasional Sitter/Nanny With Over 4 Years Of Experience Looking For A Part-Time, Few Hours A Day Job
5.0
(1)
Dependable, organized & energetic bilingual ( Spanish) nanny / babysitter. Highly dedicated to understand and commit to children's needs as well as providing a fun and nurturing environment in the comfort of their home. Able to keep children organized with their schedules including meals, school, nap and recreational activities....
Grimar can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Grimar is awesome! Tons of energy - our kids loved her. She is dependable and enthusiastic!!!"
liza L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for 10+ years. During the time I was responsible for meal preparation, helping with homework, bed time, doing activities, playing outside, and helping families with laundry. While performing these tasks I showed the kids manners, how to tidy up, and spoke Spanish to them so the kids can learn a different...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Great babysitter for my 2.5 yr old toddler, who kept asking for her afterwards... that's always a good sign!"
Tania S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm passionate about helping children grow and develop, and I have 4 years of experience as a childcare provider. I'm patient, calm, creative, imaginative, and friendly, and I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules. I'm also experienced with special needs children and have First Aid Training and CPR Training.
I believe...
Stephanie can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Stephanie was lovely and we would definitely use her again!"
Lisa O.
Crystal Y.
Bridgeport, CT
$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Crystal! I've been working with children for 10 years and counting! I've worked with every age in between 6 weeks old and 15 years old. I'm a first time mom to a 2 yr old girl and I'm looking to work with a family who will allow me to bring my daughter with me as I've been blessed to have done so in the past. I have 5...
Crystal can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Crystal has absolutely been the best childcare provider we have ever hired. Attentive, intelligent, kind, compassionate, helpful, flexible, never ending energy.. she cooks, she cleans, she takes amazing care of the kids and plans such fun things to do with them!...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I raised two very active boys of my own, ran children's craft workshops, love kids at any age! My 'formal' babysitting experience started when I was a teen. :-)
Olga can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Olga was a wonderful nanny for my son for over two years from the time he was 7 months until 3 years old. She is very reliable, communicative and trustworthy. She came in with a good attitude every day and was patient and gentle with my child. A creative, pleasant...
Julia 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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Courtney is a very caring person; exceptionally knowledgeable in many areas and willing to learn; also up for a challenge"
Donna L.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Shelton, CT
Alanna E.
5.0
Alanna worked with our son from 5 months -7 months old as a daily nanny. She is fabulous with our son and you can tell that she really loves children. She is helpful and fun to have in the house.
She takes direction well and has helped me son make developmental leaps. I feel safe and happy when...
- Olivia O.
Katelyn P.
5.0
Katelyn has been an amazing help for me and my girls! She has assisted throughout the past couple with my 3 kids. I have a 1 year old, a 3 year old, and a 7 year old. My seven year old has disabilities and some medical conditions. Katelyn was able to assist her with what she needed in any given...
- Linda L.
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.
Gracie Z.
5.0
Gracie has been great with our newborn son, Alex. She is very professional and courteous and I highly recommend her to any family.
- Care member
Liz V.
5.0
Liz provided child care for my three children for almost two years. She is a modern day Mary Poppins and my kids still ask about her and miss her terribly 4 years later... You won't find anyone better.
- Paul B.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Shelton, CT:
How can I find a Shelton babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Shelton, 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 27 babysitters in Shelton, CT on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.3. 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 Shelton, CT?
The average rate for Shelton, CT babysitters on Care.com is $20.67 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 Shelton, CT?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Shelton, 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 Shelton, CT babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.3 / 5
Babysitters in Shelton, CT are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.