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60 babysitters are listed in West Simsbury, CT
The average posted rate is $24/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in West Simsbury, CT
5.0
(2)
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: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Joy was a fabulous care giver for our 18 month old son, C. She was punctual, dependable, and fun! Joy's experience and background in daycare really showed when she was watching C.! She came up with engaging, age appropriate, activities and communicated clearly and...
Caitlin K.
Melissa H.
Windsor, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Child Care Worker Seeking Full-Time Nannying Position
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! My name is Melissa, I am a 34-year-old qualified, and experienced individual currently residing in Windsor, CT. I graduated from Eastern Connecticut State University in 2013 and since then have gained a variety of experience working with young learners in different settings, my most recent involvement as being a...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Melissa has a heart of gold and is absolutely wonderful with young children."
Julio M.
5.0
(1)
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & 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.
Eliza P.
West Hartford, CT
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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."
Care member
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: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very professional and communicative. Have hired several times would highly recommend."
Earl W.
Hi! My name is Shannon and I recent graduate of The Hartt School of Music Theatre, where I was an Honors Student and was enrolled as a double major in Musical Theater and Political Science through the University of Hartforg, graduating with both a B. F. A and B. A, Summa Cum Laude. In the past, I have worked as a year-round...
Shannon can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ashley T.
West Hartford, CT
$13-18/hr • 6 yrs exp
Currently in medical school and interested in pursuing pediatrics. I have many years of experience babysitting and have also tutored students ranging from first grade to high school.
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Hi! I'm Nikolas, I'm 23-year-old college student studying Early Childhood Education, and I have had about 1. 5 year of professional experience in childcare. I have worked with children infants between 9-12 months, 1s and 2s, as well as preschool age and I especially click well with babies. Outside of professional experience, I...
Nikolas can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Cara C.
Avon, CT
$22-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm Looking For A Loving Family That I Can Help Out And Become Their Child's Best Friend.
Hello, my name is Cara!
I've started my journey with working with children at a young age in the year of 2014. I've also worked at two daycares for young toddlers for the past couple of years, as I also currently babysit a newborn and a 3-year-old regularly on the weekends. I'm completely CPR and First Aid Certified as-well as I...
Monica D.
Hartford, CT
$20-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
I'm a passionate, creative childcare provider with over 7 years of experience caring for young children between the ages of 0-3. My time in previous babysitting roles showed me how much I enjoy caring for children and motivated me to pursue a career where I could make a positive impact on their lives. I believe in supporting...
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Errands. I am very good with kids and are able to do activities based on the children's needs and wants.
Jordyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Qun W.
Windsor, CT
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Part-Time Babysitter Available Weekdays/Nights. Very Responsible, Caring, And A Lot Of Fun.
Hello, my name is Qu'n (: As a mother to my beautiful baby boy and being an older sister as well, I'm very experienced with taking care of kids. I love children and have been babysitting all my life. I am comfortable working with kids as young as newborns. I can handle all baby responsibilities like diaper changes, feeding &...
Qun can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel
Tamires S.
Bloomfield, CT
$16-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Tamires 26 Year Old Strong Driver Organized Cleaner Love Pets
Hello! I am a highly experienced and versatile professional. My diverse background ensures high-quality, tailored services.
Experience and Skills:
Childcare: Caring and professional, providing peace of mind to parents and a safe, fun environment for children.
Education:
Degree in Civil Engineering, demonstrating practical...
Tamires can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
I like working with kids because I love them, to me they are very precious and innocent beings not yet out in the world.
I'm looking for a job where I can help out who needs it
I started working with kids ever since I was a kid myself. For as long as I can remember I'm always helping out others.
One thing you should know...
Solene can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am one of seven children and have been a babysitter my whole life. I have babysat for other families and have experience with newborns through teenagers. I am a responsible driver and nonsmoker. I love to play and read with kids and I also have a great deal of patience.
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Henry K.
West Hartford, CT
$10-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello,
I just moved to New Orleans after finishing my MA in Teaching English as a Second Language at UTSA. In the fall I will start my first year of full time teaching. I look forward to getting to know you and your family!
Henry can also help with: Carpooling
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Erica! I'm currently in my early-thirties and have been babysitting and nannying since I was in middle school. I have experience caring for infants, toddlers, and school-aged children ages 5-16. My most recent nannying experience began when I was a camp counselor for 7-year-old twin girls. I soon became their babysitter,...
Erica can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
I am available to babysit or nanny throughout the summer until I leave to enter my first year of college this fall! I have lots of experience with kids through past babysitting jobs, my summer as a camp counselor, and another summer volunteering at Connecticut Children's Medical Center. Because of this, I am confident in my...
Sofia can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Nasheen D.
Bloomfield, CT
$20-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
I've been caring for kids since age 14. I'm also currently employed at a daycare since 0ctober 2016. I work as a Assistant Teacher with 3-4-year-olds. Ever so often I assist in the toddlers and the infant classroom. I plan to continue my education at college this upcoming fall semester in Early Childhood.
Nasheen can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Sasha E.
Windsor, CT
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I my name is Sasha I love caring for children and the elderly am also fun , loving and sweet but the thing that stands out about me is that I am the uttermost professional in everything I do.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in West Simsbury, CT
Joy K.
5.0
Joy was a fabulous care giver for our 18 month old son, C. She was punctual, dependable, and fun! Joy's experience and background in daycare really showed when she was watching C.! She came up with engaging, age appropriate, activities and communicated clearly and effectively with us. C. loved his...
- Caitlin K.
Melissa H.
5.0
Melissa has a heart of gold and is absolutely wonderful with young children.
- Julio M.
Nancy Z.
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.
Eliza P.
5.0
Helped me out on short notice. Well-spoken and friendly; Easy to work with, arrived on-time.
- Care member
Lori R.
5.0
Very professional and communicative. Have hired several times would highly recommend.
- Earl W.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in West Simsbury, CT:
How can I find a West Simsbury babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in West 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 2 babysitters in West 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 West Simsbury, CT?
The average rate for West Simsbury, CT babysitters on Care.com is $24.50 per hour as of December 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 West Simsbury, CT?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in West 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.