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Hi! My name is Ashley I am a junior at the College of Charleston I am majoring in Public Health. I have babysat for multiple families in in my area as well as at school over the years, I have my own transportation. I love working with kids of all ages. I also have a very flexible schedule. I am home for the winter break and...
Ashley can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
I have raised a large family of my own as well as caring for many grandchildren. I was with my first family for 10 years. I only left because the children were in high school and I really wasn't needed. I went on to work with other families and did the same I stayed until the children no longer needed me.
I am a healthy...
Patricia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
I have worked with children of all ages for 15 years. I also have 3 children of my own. I am currently working in a toddler classroom as head teacher.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 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: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
4.5
(2)
Hi, my name is Brooke! I graduated from Longmeadow High School in 2022. I currently attend Isenberg School of Management at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. I began babysitting and pet care in 2019. I have experience with cats, dogs, and children ages 1-13 years old. I try to keep kids active and outdoors as much as...
Brooke can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Brooke is incredibly kind and was wonderful with our three children. Our kids are 6, 4 and 19 months with a lot of energy. She has watched our children several times and each time brings them a little craft that they absolutely love (we have our painted dinosaurs...
Amy O.
Naomi F.
Windsor Locks, CT
$18/hr • 2 yrs exp
Love Kids, Available Anytime After 8 AM(earlier May Work) Monday-Friday
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mother of two. I have a 7 and 3-year-old who are in school full-time. I have worked with up to 5 children at one time but my preference is to take a maximum of an additional 2 children. Therefore, I can give the attention needed for each child. If you need someone during the day, I plan on taking the kids to a park or...
Naomi can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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.
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: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & 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.
Susanne S.
East Granby, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
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.
5.0
(4)
Hi there I'm Stephanie! I have been nannying/babysitting for about 14 years now. I love interacting with and caring for children. I am currently in school as a Psychology major as well as working to get my certification to be an EMT! love Pets, Crafts, and outdoor activities. I look forward to meeting you and your family soon!...
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My son has autism and finding someone who I trust to watch him is no easy feat. My son loves Stephanie - she is loving, kind, and fun, and really connects with children. I would recommend Stephanie a thousand times over!!!"
Marla D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello families! My name is Allison. I have been part-time babysitting since I was about 13 years old. I am employed full time but love to fill up space playing with kids! I have experience with all ages, multiple children at a time.
Allison can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Allison is so great! She is so sweet with my 3 wild kids and did a great job keeping them all safe, entertained and happy. Highly recommend - my kids keep asking when they can see her again!"
Jaci C.
Audrey W.
Longmeadow, MA
$22-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Audrey, and I am an experienced and dependable sitter with 8 years of experience caring for children of all ages. With my extensive background in childcare, from my time as a youth track coach for Longmeadow Parks & Recreation, to serving as an Environmental Educator for Mass Audubon, and my work as a nanny, I am...
Audrey can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Audrey is a wonderful sitter and is great with the kids and our dog! We have a 9yo boy and a little 4yo girl and they always look forward to the days when Audrey babysits"
Lorraine S.
4.3
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My very first job at 16 was working for the Agawam Afterschool Childcare Program in Agawam, Mass where I had experience in working with children through grades kindergarten- 4th grade. I did this at three different elementary schools for two years as an assistant. I then went on to do babysitting for family and friends for...
Sophia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sophia has been an integral member of our household for the entire school year. I believe she is fully qualified for any babysitting role with her common sense and caring personality. She was wonderfully with my son, two dogs and I would happily hire her again....
Brittany T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Shelbie :)
I am 25 years old with a Bachelors Degree from Central Connecticut State University in Strategic Communications with a minor in English. While at CCSU, I spent my 4 years playing on the women's soccer team!
I currently wear a few different hats for work as I am a math tutor at an elementary school, a personal...
Shelbie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was very playful with my boys. Did a wonderful job entertaining them. "
Jon G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 29 years old and have various experiences taking care of children. I grew up with three younger siblings and would always watch my mom and help her take care of them. I have graduated from Elms College in Chicopee, Ma with a degree in early childhood education. I have been an assistant teacher in a preschool and did student...
Brianna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Brianna has babysat and cared for our two children for a few years now. She is truly a pleasure to have and my kids get super excited when she comes over to watch them. If I could hire her full time, I would in an instant!"
Shannan R.
Caprice W.
Enfield, CT
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have worked at two daycares in the span of five years. The first daycare I worked at closed down, but during the summer I work at another part time. I am both CPR and first aid certified. I am well versed in handling adolescent children at 5+ months and school-aged children as well. I am a nonsmoker and non-drinker. I take the...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We feel so lucky to have found Caprice! She's a great communicator and very responsible! Our daughter loves her enthusiastic personality and cheerful energy."
Melissa M.
Jessica F.
Enfield, CT
$17-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello,
My name is Jess. I am currently in graduate school for occupational therapy. I will have full time availability after June 28 when my fieldwork ends. My experience working with children includes babysitting a child with a developmental disability, my previous role as a special education paraeducator, and pediatric...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Cami R.
East Granby, CT
$20-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
My name is Cami, I am currently attending college majoring in the healthcare field. I love working with kids; playing outside, crafts, and more importantly, just making sure kids have fun each and everyday! I have years of experience with newborns-12-year-olds. In addition to babysitting, I have also worked at a daycare center....
Megan L.
Longmeadow, MA
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Megan, and I am 23 years old. I have a Bachelors degree in Health Science. I have been babysitting children of all ages for years. I also have 3 years of experience as a Nursing Assistant at Baystate Children's hospital on the Pediatric unit, taking care of newborns, toddlers and pre-teens/teens. I am CPR/BLS...
My first experience spending time with kids was when my younger siblings were born. Since then I have known I wanted to spend my life helping children learn and grow to be kind human beings. After working at summer camps, with various responsibilities, Sunday school, and babysitting, I decided to get my degree in elementary...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in West Suffield, CT
Nora E.
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 again in a heartbeat. My friend's...
- Kristin R.
Brooke S.
5.0
Brooke is incredibly kind and was wonderful with our three children. Our kids are 6, 4 and 19 months with a lot of energy. She has watched our children several times and each time brings them a little craft that they absolutely love (we have our painted dinosaurs hanging in our window). I would...
- Amy O.
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.
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.
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.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in West Suffield, CT:
How can I find a West Suffield babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in West Suffield, 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 3 babysitters in West Suffield, CT on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Suffield, CT?
The average rate for West Suffield, CT babysitters on Care.com is $16.67 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 West Suffield, CT?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in West Suffield, 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.