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60 babysitters are listed in Simsbury, CT
The average rate is $19/hr as of November 2024
The average years of experience for babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Simsbury, CT
With Six years of child care experience I understand the importance of providing top care to your children, and becoming a part of your family's child care team. I have previous experience as a nanny and spent my off time babysitting. I have worked with as young as 3 months to 12 years old, and have experience watching 2 to 3...
Brittany can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Anna G.
Simsbury, CT
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as empathetic, thoughtful, and intelligent.
I'm looking for a job that has flexible hours and keeps me on my feet!
I started working with kids when I was in seventh grade! My first job with kids was as a volunteer in a kindergarten classroom at a local elementary school :)
Anna can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Mia C.
Simsbury, CT
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Mia! I'm 19 years old and am just finishing my sophomore year at Providence College where I am pursuing a degree in social work. I have been babysitting for around eight years and have three younger siblings who I've taken care of for many years. I am a certified lifeguard and am also certified in CPR, first aid,...
Mia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! I come from a big family and grew up helping watch the younger children. I started babysitting for my other family members who had kids of their own around the age of 12. I also have worked with a lovely family for a year and was told by them that I exceeded any/all expectations they had hoped to get in a babysitter. I...
Bernadette can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Savannah M.
Simsbury, CT
$18/hr • 7 yrs exp
Reliable And Fun College Student Looking To Help Out A Family A Couple Days A Week :)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As the eldest of three, I have been babysitting since I was 8 years old! Of course, I began babysitting when I was 12 for my neighbors and have loved the job ever since! Whether parents need a well-deserved break or have a meeting, I will gladly keep them busy by playing outside or reading a book! Additionally as a tutor in the...
Savannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Hi there! I am a young women with over 2 years of working with children in both an after school program and a daycare setting. I am suited to work with all ages from infant to 12 years. I have a natural ability to care for children. I love helping children learn about themselves through fun arts and crafts, physical activities,...
Eleanor H can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Maya H.
Simsbury, CT
$13-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience working with all ages of children as have worked as a camp counselor. In high school I worked as an after school nanny as well as babysat for multiple families as needed. I also am an early inclusive education major going into my Junior year of college at JMU.
Maya can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Isabel J.
Simsbury, CT
$14-19/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Isabel . I'm 19 years old and I was an overnight camp counselor for three years. I'm home from college for the summer and I would love the opportunity to make kids' summers more fun while I'm here. I am completely willing to pick up from daycare, etc., and hang out for as long as you would need!
Isabel can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hannah D.
Simsbury, CT
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Experience working with children in several different settings such as summer camps, dance studios, after school programs, and summer school programs.
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hannah is great with my baby! She has worked with him since he was a newborn (he is now 7 months old). He loves spending time with her!"
Kat B.
I'm a certified Elementary Edu. and Early Childhood Director/Lead Teacher looking for a job in child care, house cleaning, and/or other odd jobs such as cooking, gardening, shopping, organizing home/closets, etc.
Kim can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am an empty nester having raised three children with my youngest boarding in Marion MA.. I have always loved caring for children. In my early teens and twenties I cared regularly for a toddler and newborn which was so rewarding. While earning my Psychology degree in Boston I worked with a company that offered babysitting...
Laura can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"We enjoyed meeting Laura and she interacted with our daughter during the interview, without a cry, which indicates our daughter felt comfortable with her, in addition to us. As a mother, she brings first hand-experience. Unfortunately our position will require...
Eileen A.
5.0
(1)
I truly would appreciate if you choose me to watch your child or children. I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having someone trustworthy watching their little ones. I am First Aid/CPR trained certified. I enjoy arts and crafts, walks, nature, etc
I am a mother of my own children and have lots of...
Lisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have years of experience as a teacher and mom, starting as a head day care teach in NY. After moving to CT, to raise a family, I worked with children who had learning differences for 12 years, and now substitute teach. I am fully vaccinated, boosted, and stay physically fit. I took the CPR and first aid class at the Red Cross....
Dianne can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Dianne has been tutoring my daughter who is 9 for the last two months. They work on reading, writing, and math. Dianne is an excellent tutor, I am very happy with the work she has done with my daughter. Dianne has been highly invested in making sure she is teaching...
Amanda B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I've worked with children for over 10 years from in a camp setting to classroom. I've also worked in a group home setting with individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities. I'm available after 5 p.m. during the week and the weekends.
Lori can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very professional and communicative. Have hired several times would highly recommend."
Earl W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old and am looking for a part time job while I am in school. I have driven kids to their after school activities and been in charge of preparing them for their activities.
Sorelle can also help with: Carpooling
5.0
"Sorelle was above and beyond excellent for our family. She was wonderful with our kids. Always on time, attentive, kind and eager to do a great job. She had fantastic communication skills. We could not have asked for more."
Jesse D.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Kaylee! I'm so excited to spend time with your children while you work, relax on vacation, have a date night or just need a day out of the house.
I have over 17 years of experience babysitting children ages 0-12 years old. I love spending time outside, exploring, crafting, reading and playing games together. Sitting...
Kaylee can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Kaylee is so great with our two girls (ages 2 and 4). They adore her. Kaylee is also very professional and cleans up after the kids which is super helpful. "
Heather Q.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting for as long as I can remember. I've worked summer camps, taught 3rd and 4th grade, worked in a daycare with kids from 6 weeks to school age. I've helped with distance learning for 4 children. I've babysat for up to 6 children at a time! The families I babysit for have had me come over for the past 4 years...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Elizabeth watched all three of our children and was great. My 1.5-year-old always cries when we leave, and she settled him quickly. I would (and plan to) hire her again and I'd also recommend her to other families in the area."
Katie B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Emily! I am a recent graduate from Springfield College and first-year grad student at The University of Connecticut studying speech-language pathology! I have been working professionally with children, primarily those with special needs, since high school and I absolutely love it. I've gotten lots of experience with...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I'm a new mom and I was feeling so overwhelmed. I hired Emily to help me with my 5 month old and she was amazing with her. She catered to both of our needs and made me feel so comfortable. I highly recommend Emily to watch your babies:)"
Melissa S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi,
I am a seasoned nanny of nearly a decade of experience with consistent employment with several local families. I have raised three very successful children who are adults now.
I understand the importance of building a strong bond with children I care for and strive to create a safe and nurturing environment for them to...
Harriet can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
5.0
"Harriet was a full-time babysitter for my two kids. Very dependable and I knew my children were in good hands. I would definitely recommend her!"
Max R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children for over 10+years. I am CPR/AED certified, a volunteer firefighter and going to school for my EMT license. I have cared for children from newborn-15 years of age. I have many references that I can share with you.
Nora can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Nora was nothing short of amazing. She cared for my daughter (1.5 years) and my friend's son (2 years) while we were vacationing in the area. She is warm, compassionate, reliable, highly qualified, dependable and intelligent. If we lived closer, we would hire her...
Kristin R.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Simsbury, CT
Hannah D.
5.0
Hannah is great with my baby! She has worked with him since he was a newborn (he is now 7 months old). He loves spending time with her!
- Kat B.
Laura V.
5.0
Laura is absolutely wonderful! She is reliable, punctual, professional, and caring. My daughters absolutely adore her! I am at ease going to work knowing that Laura is caring after my daughters and treating them like they were her own.
- Lana F.
Dianne R.
5.0
Dianne is amazing. She is responsible, honest, and very kind. She can play a make believe game with one child, while building a serious road for monster trucks with the other. She truly cares about children. She is fantastic and we highly recommend her!
- Care member
Lori R.
5.0
Very professional and communicative. Have hired several times would highly recommend.
- Earl W.
Sorelle V.
5.0
Sorelle was above and beyond excellent for our family. She was wonderful with our kids. Always on time, attentive, kind and eager to do a great job. She had fantastic communication skills. We could not have asked for more.
- Jesse D.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Simsbury, CT:
How can I find a Simsbury babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Simsbury, 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 Simsbury, 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 Simsbury, CT?
The average rate for Simsbury, CT babysitters on Care.com is $19.50 per hour as of November 2024. 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 Simsbury, CT?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Simsbury, CT through Care.com. As of 2024, 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.