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Find babysitters in West Simsbury, CT that you’ll love

60 babysitters are listed in West Simsbury, CT

The average posted rate is $24/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years

Babysitters in West Simsbury, CT

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Rebecca C.


West Simsbury, CT

$24-27/hr • 5 yrs exp

Knowledgeable And Experienced Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

**Availability starts in early January 2025 and will be less than 10 hours per week due to my internship as a therapist!** Hello, my name is Rebecca, and I am thrilled that you are considering me to be a caregiver for your children. I make sure to interact patiently and respectfully with the children in my care, as creating an...
Rebecca can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Rebecca cared for my infant and often also cared for my toddler. Rebecca was a great fit with the family. She engaged both my kiddos in age appropriate ways to build their confidence and meet milestones. She was conscientious, reliable and a great playmate....

Catherine D.

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Lily J.


West Simsbury, CT

$25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Lily and I am 23 years old. I graduated from the University of Connecticut in 2022 with a degree in political science. I have been babysitting and nannying for children since I was 16 years old. I am currently looking for a full time nannying position in the Greater Boston area. I am looking to join a family...
Lily can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
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Henrietta F.


Hartford, CT

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 19 years of babysitting experience. I love kids and love taking care of them and watching them learn new things everyday. I am very caring, nurturing and loving, reliable, always on time and never called out of work. Besides caring for kids in the best way possible, I am willing to cook, run errands and do light...
Henrietta can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Henrietta was wonderful, consistent, and kind. She was very capable of handling all three of my kids and could get them ready for school and to the bus/school in the morning and could handle all household tasks. She also was great at home all day with my toddler...

Christina R.

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Susanne S.


East Granby, CT

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced and enthusiastic child care provider, having over 30 years experience. I started babysitting as a teenager and just took it up again several years ago. I have worked for all kinds of families and taken care of all kinds of children; challenging and with disabilities. I am responsible, hardworking, caring,...
Susanne can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sue is absolutely amazing! Sue has been with us for just under 2 years and she has become part of our family. She is so dependable, a great communicator, she is thoughtful and loves our boys (and our fur baby too!) Sue is always looking for ways to complete small...

Heather C.

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Sam O.


Farmington, CT

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi all! My name is Sam and I have over 10 years of experience in babysitting and special needs care. I am a mental health counselor specializing in children's behavioral health and have significant experience working with children of all ages and abilities. Specifically, I have worked with children with ADHD, ODD, depression,...
Sam can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"She has helped out with Vacation Bible School and in the church nursery. She is very good with children. Dependable, mature, caring and loving. I've watched her grow up into a very responsible teen. I would definitely hire her to watch our children here at the...

Cynthia D.

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Laura V.


West Hartford, CT

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

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
"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.

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Whitney J.


Hartford, CT

$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp

Fun, Warm, And Mature Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Whitney! I'm 28 and based in Connecticut with over 8 years of experience working with children, including tutoring kids from diverse backgrounds and those with learning disabilities. I'm CPR certified and also offer light housekeeping, cooking, and tutoring services. My unique background includes being homeschooled...
Whitney can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Whitney is bubbly, caring, genuine and deeply interested in those she cares for. She is an amazing babysitter, exuding positivity and reliable and all of things you hope for in the person you trust to take care of your loved ones. Very excited to hire her again!"

Christopher M.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello there! My name is Tyesha. I'm currently in my senior year at Ccsu in New Britain CT, where I'm majoring in psychology science. I have spent the majority of my life caring for children. I have worked in schools, daycares, and after school programs, While working at the daycare, I obtained my CPR, AED snd medical...
Tyesha can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Good with kids and very patient!"

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Dianne R.


Weatogue, CT

$24-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

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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:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Dianna has helped us for three months to take care of my 1 year old daughter. She has been very punctual and reliable. She communicated with us all the schedules ahead of time. She helped my baby by giving her meals and food, playing with her outside, teaching...

Song C.

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Adrienne R.


West Hartford, CT

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time/Occasional Babysitter With Law Degree

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Adrienne and I have been babysitting in the area for several years. I have worked with many families with children ages newborn to high school. I work full-time as a lawyer on weekdays and babysit on evenings and weekends. I have numerous references which can be furnished upon request.
Adrienne can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Adrienne has looked after my two children (7,3) twice now and we are so happy to have found her. She is thoughtful and caring and the kids really loved having her here. We will definitely call upon her again and would highly recommend her to others! "

Sam J.

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Kaylee G.


Canton, CT

$25-41/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter

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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
5.0
"Kaylee was fantastic with our 21 month old. She played with her and took her for walks while we got to enjoy the beach. She was great and we will be calling her again when we are back in the area!"

Jennifer B.

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Lisa T.


Avon, CT

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experience Childcare Worker/nanny

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, fingerprinted. I enjoy arts and crafts, walks, nature, etc I am a mother of my own I have 2...
Lisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Francesca A.


Avon, CT

$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Francesca! I love working with kids & have over 5 years of experience working with children of all ages from 7mo-12yrs old. I've had the pleasure of working with 5 wonderful families over the years & have worked in a gym day care as well. My favorite activities to do are reading, spending time outdoors, and...
Francesca can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
5.0
"Francesca is an amazing babysitter / nanny and feel so lucky to have had her in our life! She started babysitting for our daughter when she was 8 months old until she was 19 months and has helped us through teething, bottle feeding, starting solids (baby led...

Britton C.

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.

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Clarissa G.


Bloomfield, CT

$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have past experience with children of multiple ages, from 2 months - 13 years old. During my time (Tallahassee, FL) I worked in childcare settings in churches, restaurants for date nights, homes for groups of families and the typical in-home childcare. I graduated from Florida State University in April 2016 with my degree...
Clarissa can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel
5.0
"Clarissa was so great! She managed my rowdy 3 kids without missing a beat. She is very good at holding those important boundaries and I felt so safe and comfortable leaving my kids in her hands. Would definitely recommend!"

Jaci C.

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Joy K.


West Granby, CT

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

- I love getting outdoor time whenever possible - I enjoy doing arts and crafts - My caregiving approach focuses on understanding and respecting children's emotions while setting and maintaining appropriate boundaries with them - I have a 2-year-old daughter that would need to come with me most days. She is very sweet and loves...
Joy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Joy is phenomenal! Joy babysat my two children, age 5 and 3. She was so helpful, caring and attentive. My kids loved playing with her! Joy is a natural caretaker, and is communicative and professional."

Katie C.

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Melissa H.


Windsor, CT

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Worker Seeking Full-Time Nannying Position

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi everyone, I am a qualified and experienced childcare provider based in Windsor, CT. I hold a degree from Eastern Connecticut State University (Class of 2013) and have spent over a decade working with young children in various settings. My background includes serving as a Youth in Development volunteer with the Peace Corps...
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Melissa has a heart of gold and is absolutely wonderful with young children."

Julio M.

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Nancy Z.


Granby, CT

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny; Part-Time Or Full-Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I have worked for years as a part-time nanny for four families living in the Farmington Valley, as well as being employed in various childcare/nursery school facilities. It has been a joy to work with children of all ages, watching them grow up, both physically and emotionally, and to be a part of their interacting...
Nancy can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Nancy is an excellent caregiver! My kids love her and my family is very lucky to have found her. I would absolutely recommend Nancy."

Christina L.

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Eliza P.


West Hartford, CT

$17/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I absolutely love kids and worked at summer camp for the past two years as a counselor for the 2-3-year-old age group. I also have experience babysitting children ages 4-8, but know also how to take care of all age groups.
Eliza can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Helped me out on short notice. Well-spoken and friendly; Easy to work with, arrived on-time."

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Lori R.


Bloomfield, CT

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

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: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Very professional and communicative. Have hired several times would highly recommend."

Earl W.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in West Simsbury, CT

Rebecca C.

5.0

Rebecca cared for my infant and often also cared for my toddler. Rebecca was a great fit with the family. She engaged both my kiddos in age appropriate ways to build their confidence and meet milestones. She was conscientious, reliable and a great playmate. Absolutely recommend her without...

- Catherine D.

Henrietta F.

5.0

Henrietta was wonderful, consistent, and kind. She was very capable of handling all three of my kids and could get them ready for school and to the bus/school in the morning and could handle all household tasks. She also was great at home all day with my toddler and would pick my kids up off the...

- Christina R.

Susanne S.

5.0

Sue is absolutely amazing! Sue has been with us for just under 2 years and she has become part of our family. She is so dependable, a great communicator, she is thoughtful and loves our boys (and our fur baby too!) Sue is always looking for ways to complete small tasks for us that help us our...

- Heather C.

Sam O.

5.0

She has helped out with Vacation Bible School and in the church nursery. She is very good with children. Dependable, mature, caring and loving. I've watched her grow up into a very responsible teen. I would definitely hire her to watch our children here at the church.

- Cynthia D.

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.

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