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60 babysitters are listed in Southbury, CT
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Southbury, CT
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have taken care of healthy infants and children since I was 12 years old, as well as being the 'go to babysitter' for my family. I retired from a career in Nursing, the majority spent in Pediatrics, to pursue a PhD in Social Work, which is currently on hold. I've been working primarily as a nanny since 2015. I spent many years...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
CPR
5.0
"We trusted Nicole implicitly during her time with us. For all 3 years she was thorough, punctual and extremely conscientious."
Jessica M.
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"She is a smart well spoken women who cares for others and is overall a great human being."
Care member
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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
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 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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Gracie is the best. I am hesitant to write such a wonderful review so she doesn't get booked up. But really she was so wonderful with both of my children. My son is on the spectrum and she was incredible with him. I will be rehiring her again very soon."
Betsy M.
5.0
(1)
I am a certified babysitter for years. I love children of all ages and have experience watching them. I am available to help with school work. I can offer overnight care, and am good with animals so they are not a problem. I also have experience with some special needs kids. I do have a job but I do not work weekday mornings and...
Isabelle can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Isabelle has become one of the family! She is easygoing and if available, ready for unplanned circumstances. She is fantastic with my boys (3 and 1.5 years old) and the 2 large dogs(Rottie and German Shepherd). We have been using her for over a year and totally...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have experience taking care of 3 children in the past ages 7, 9 11. I was responsible for driving them to activities making sure their homework completed. I also did light housework, meal preparation and keeping family organized. Have also filled in for nanny caring for infant twin boys. Currently one day a week a mother's...
Patricia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"A dependable person and try's her best to fulfill your family's needs. Can help with pretty much anything !"
Shobha J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a 34-year-old who grew up in the Cleveland, Ohio area and recently relocated to Connecticut. Full time, I work as a public school speech-language pathologist. I've had over 20 years experience with kids of all ages and children with a variety of disabilities. I am free nights and weekends to babysit for a night out, a...
Natalie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Natalie has been a huge help this past year! I've contacted her at the very last minute on a number of occasions and she is always very helpful. My two little guys adore her. I feel very comfortable leaving my guys in her care."
Tina T.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 +years of early childhood experience. I have a bachelors degree in Early childhood education. I enjoy the development of a child and being able to meet every one of those milestones through play, sensory, fine motor and gross motor..
Additionally, I am CPR, First Aid and Medication Administration certified
Amber can also help with: Travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amber is amazing!! You can trust your kids completely with her. I love all the activities she does with the kids to help their development . My son is currently in school so that's the only reason he isn't with Amber full time but we still use her from time to time...
Alex P.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with children from Newborns to 12 years old. My responsibilities for children ages 1-4 were providing personal care such as feeding, changing diapers, showering them, playing games, putting them to sleep. My responsibilities with children ages 5-12 include preparing their meals, helping with school work, playing...
Mona can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Mona is an amazing person and we are so lucky to have her babysit our baby. She is sweet, smart, caring, fun and so attentive to our little one. We love how she interacts and talks to our son, we loved her from day one. She immediately fit right in with our...
Rob S.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My name is Alyson. I am 32 years old and am currently in the Nursing program at Gateway Community College. I have over 10 years of experience working for several different families where I provided child care for children aging from newborn through 14 years old. I was also a legal foster parent for my niece for three years,...
Alyson can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Alyson is the best! I feel very blessed to have found such a dedicated and reliable sitter."
Carol E.
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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lauryn is amazing!!! She has been watching my twins since they were 3 months old (they are 3.5 yrs old now)! She's always reliable, on time, cleans up the house, helps with whatever needs to be done around the house but most importantly is amazing with our...
Pam K.
Darcy D.
Brookfield, CT
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
College Student and Experienced Babysitter Available Full Time
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Darcy.
I work a full-time job during the week until 4:30 p.m. and I'm off on weekends.
I'm very responsible, and when I do something, I put in all my effort. I've been babysitting since I was 16 and I'm great with kids. I'm full of energy, enthusiasm, and I'm a lot of fun. I enjoy being silly and making kids...
Darcy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
4.6
(9)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with children of all ages for the past 14 years, from twin newborn to teenagers. I have worked at daycare centers and summer camps as well as babysat for many families. I love children. I have a niece and three nephews whom I enjoy taking care of and always have a great time with. I am BLS & CPR certified and...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Ashley as a nanny for our 3 month old twins. She was a pleasure to work with and great with the babies! She watched the boys weekdays and handled their feeding, naps and playtime. She promoted a safe environment and gave me peace of mind while I was...
Kelly W.
5.0
(1)
I am a compassionate reliable woman seeking a part time position as a companion/assistant/helper. I will run errands, shop, drive you to appointments, meal prep/cook etc.
I am organized, efficient and have a great driving record along with wonderful references.
I am also very flexible and can be available on a regular...
Susan can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"I have known Susan for many years and she is a very responsible and reliable woman. She is such a "people" person and makes everyone feel at ease. She helped with the care of my parents and was wonderful. They loved her. She has a gentle, caring spirit that is...
Paula M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I graduated from Rollins college in Winter Park, FL where I majored in Elementary Education. I interned in a 4th grade classroom for five weeks and a Kindergarten classroom for nine weeks. I have experience with babysitting children from ages 10 months-14. I have been babysitting since I was 12 and was a camp counselor for...
Annalee can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Annie has been with our family for six months and has been such a blessing! I started a new position needing extra help with my four young children and Annie went above and beyond her call of duties. She is dependable, kind, thoughtful and sweet. She always has fun...
Alyssa A.
Kayleigh H.
Bridgewater, CT
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Creative, passionate, and empathetic third-year International Studies Student at American
University. An avid humanitarian with a passion for change, human rights, and education.
Worked with over 400 children to improve their skills through sports, enriching educational
activities, and art.
Kayleigh can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"I hired Kayleigh to babysit my two kids (at the time, 4 and 6) for several months last spring. She worked for us 4-5 days a week, usually for 2-3 hours each day. I was immediately impressed by how energetic, creative and fun Kayleigh was with the kids. I thought...
Anne S.
I currently obtain a full time position as a child development specialist working with the early childhood population and have worked with many other age ranges of children since I was 16 years old through babysitting and being a summer camp counselor when I was younger. I am searching for something in addition to my full time...
Courtney can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning
Been working with children for the past 10 years. I started off at the YMCA, then babysitting, did infant care at a local daycare, and have been nannying for the past 6 years for ages 3 months- 6 years.
I hold a bachelors in childhood psychology with a minor in elementary education. I have a preschool teacher certification,...
Jenna B.
Seymour, CT
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
I'm Jenna, I've been working with kids or all ages for about 7 years now. I've been a tutor and I volunteer all summer for special needs kids. I've also been a dance teacher. Further, a babysitter with 7 years of experience. With this I've worked with kids of all ages and have gone from changing diapers to bring kids to baseball...
Jenna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
- I have over five years of experience caring for babies and children. feed. Bathing. Potty training. Start teaching the alphabet to 1-3-year-olds. . meal prep. Light housekeeping . No smoke . comfortable with pets . CPR certified.
Mervat can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Southbury, CT
Nicole M.
5.0
I hired Nicole to watch my newborn daughter. She was amazing with my daughter and I would highly recommend her to anyone looking. Highly dependable, punctual, and very knowledgeable when it comes to infants and children. It put my mind at ease to know that Nicole was there whenever I needed to...
- Kate G.
Marissa M.
5.0
She is a smart well spoken women who cares for others and is overall a great human being.
- Care member
Pauline C.
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 opportunities.
- Doug M.
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
Isabelle C.
5.0
Isabelle has become one of the family! She is easygoing and if available, ready for unplanned circumstances. She is fantastic with my boys (3 and 1.5 years old) and the 2 large dogs(Rottie and German Shepherd). We have been using her for over a year and totally trust her with our most precious,...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Southbury, CT:
How can I find a Southbury babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Southbury, 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 12 babysitters in Southbury, 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 Southbury, CT?
The average rate for Southbury, CT babysitters on Care.com is $18.67 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 Southbury, CT?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Southbury, 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 Southbury, CT babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Southbury, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.