Find Infant Babysitters in Essex, CT
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Find infant babysitters in Essex, CT that you’ll love
60 infant babysitters are listed in Essex, CT
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby infant babysitters is 6 years
Infant babysitters in Essex, CT
Carly W.
Westbrook, CT
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Carly, I have experience babysitting a 2 and 6-year-old girls, and a 7-year-old boy. I have a degree in elementary education and I am currently getting my masters to teach. I am looking for a summer position during the weekdays (I can be flexible on hours). I love working with kids and creating fun and engaging...
Carly can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Carly was caring, kind, well organized and came up with fun activities for my 2 girls ages 2 and 6. She always have a big smile on her face. Carly spent The whole day with my kids from breakfast to dinner, helping with school work, light house work, swimming...
Care member
Paula G.
Clinton, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I have had the pleasure of working with some fabulous families.. I have a great deal of experience in infant care on up.. I have 6 grandchildren .. I have had the pleasure of watching them for 25 years.. I started my journey on care. com after my youngest granddaughter went to school full time. Nurturing and compassion...
Paula can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Paula is trustworthy and reliable. She is kind and respectful. She is helpful with cleaning and is a hard worker. "
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a young at heart Grandmother who has worked with Children, Teens and Young Adults of all ages and abilities for many years. I am Honest, Reliable and I have a Positive attitude when working with Others. I am not working with infants at this time. I have also worked as a CT Certified HHA with Seniors and as a CT Certified...
Laurie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Laurie is incredibly responsible and honest. She is reliable and communicates well. We use her regularly for afternoon care while I work. I do not worry about my children's safety while she is with them and I trust her judgement.
Laurie is one of the better...
Jamie R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a babysitter/nanny with 20 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have three little ones of my own (ages 2, 5, 8) and was a teacher for many years, so I know a thing or two about kids! I love being a stay-at-home mom, and it gives me the flexibility to help other families in the area! I am available some...
Lindsay can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lindsay babysat for our infant daughter and immediately made both my daughter and us as new parents comfortable. She was reliable, communicative, and trustworthy. 10 out of 10!"
Stacey B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced early childhood teacher with a passion for educating today's youth looking to obtain a position allowing me to utilize my experience and understanding of early childhood development and learning techniques in a home setting. As an adept creator of comprehensive and well-rounded curriculums that meets...
Laura can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Best of the best....can't wait for her to be back with us when school starts again!"
Amy F.
5.0
(24)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is MaryJo and I live in Old Lyme. I have 3 sons. I've worked for several families in different capacities including as a childcare provider, full and part time. Some of my hobbies include reading, writing, gardening, yoga and antique shopping. I have a flexible schedule and will do my best to accommodate your...
Mary Jo can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"Mary Jo is amazing! I cannot write enough positive things about her. Caring, nurturing, funny, dependable, flexible, organized. She checks all the boxes of a fantastic caregiver!
Our 3-year-old son loves going to her inviting, clean, fun and warm house! He...
Amy C.
I previously took a one year course on "Child Development", where I learned how to take care of & understand children. This went in depth on examining habits of mind, behavioral patterns, creative lesson plans, activities, etc. We also held a daycare!
I have 3 years+ of experience with 2 children, one of them whom has...
Antonia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hi my name is Kayla I am an experienced baby sitter having worked with children for 6 years. Coming from a big family and a close knit neighborhood I have always been the point of contact for childcare services. I also have worked with children with developmental disabilities ranging from nonverbal austism to asperger's. I have...
Hello, I'm Caylie! I l graduated from Boston University with my masters last August, now working full time in Boston. I have been babysitting regularly/nannying for over 7 years. I have experience with infants to teenagers, and would be happy to share a reference/contact from previous families I have worked for. I babysat for an...
Caylie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
loving, caring, out going
I like working with kids because the comfort of knowing they're dependent on you. I enjoy watching them learn all the things I can teach them as they grow.
I'm looking for a job that I can stay with the family
I started working with kids when I was 16
In my spare time, I like to hang out with my...
Hello! My name is Madison :) I have 10+ years of experience from babysitting and taking care of neighbors and my little brother growing up. I can help with all sorts of things around the house; laundry, dishes, cooking, errands, any travel needs, etc. I am currently a fully remote part-time college student living in Clinton. I...
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have my Bachelor's in Media Studies and Digital Culture. I am currently 2 classes away from my Master's in Early Childhood and Special Education from Grand Canyon University. I have several years of childcare experience in both babysitting and working in several different child care facilities.
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi parents! I am a reliable, energetic and fun babysitter. For the past few years I have taken care of kids locally along with cousins and family friends. I am always thinking of activities like obstacle courses, tie dying, and other things to keep busy and have fun! (But I promise to always pick up after our fun.) I look...
Kelsey can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Former coach, love to do activities with the children, always helping them learn new skills, dont mind being outside or at the park if the weather allows.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am a newly registered nurse looking for some extra hours working as a babysitter. I am a caring, fun loving, responsible person and I love being around children. I have a lot of experience working with kids of all ages. I am CPR and first aid certified and completed a semester long internship as a student nurse at Boston...
Luci can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
I am the mom of four wonderful boys. My youngest just started full day kindergarten. My days are suddenly free and very quiet. I am looking for a part time job. My love for children has me looking only in this field. I have been a stay at home mom for almost 17 years. Prior to that, I was a preschool teacher and special...
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! Thank you for reading my bio. I have 25+ years of experience working with children of all ages, from infants to teens. I have worked with children in a variety of roles-including nanny, school paraprofessional, and certified teacher. For the past two years I have been an after-school and summer nanny. I retired early from...
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I'd describe my personality as intrapersonal, passionate, and hard working.
I'm looking for a job that will allow me to grow as an educator as well as the opportunity to provide young children a nurturing and safe environment where they can grow and find a love for learning.
I started working with kids when I was 16 years old...
Alesandra can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
I am a kind and compassionate childcare provider with a 30 plus years experience and knowledge in the field of early childhood. I have worked in the field of early intervention, public schools, and private childcare as a nanny. I am conscientious, honest and reliable. I believe nurturing relationships are at the heart of all...
Caroline B.
Niantic, CT
$16/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Caroline. I am 18 years old and recently graduated high school with a 3. 8 GPA. My hobbies include reading, running, playing the guitar, sewing, and singing. I have my Red Cross Babysitting Certification and I am certified in CPR. One thing that you should know about me is that I have a flip phone instead of a...
Caroline can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Essex, CT
Carly W.
5.0
Carly was caring, kind, well organized and came up with fun activities for my 2 girls ages 2 and 6. She always have a big smile on her face. Carly spent The whole day with my kids from breakfast to dinner, helping with school work, light house work, swimming supervising, and taking them to camp and...
- Care member
Paula G.
5.0
Paula was amazing. She was reliable, caring, loving, and everything I was looking for to watch my daughter.
- Care member
Laurie M.
5.0
Laurie is incredibly responsible and honest. She is reliable and communicates well. We use her regularly for afternoon care while I work. I do not worry about my children's safety while she is with them and I trust her judgement.
Laurie is one of the better caregivers you will find on this site....
- Jamie R.
Lindsay A.
5.0
Lindsay babysat for our infant daughter and immediately made both my daughter and us as new parents comfortable. She was reliable, communicative, and trustworthy. 10 out of 10!
- Stacey B.
Laura B.
5.0
Best of the best....can't wait for her to be back with us when school starts again!
- Amy F.
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FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Essex, CT
What is the average pay for an infant babysitter near me in Essex, CT in April, 2025?
If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in Connecticut, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Essex have rates starting at $20.00.
How can I find an infant babysitter near me in Essex, CT?
To find the right infant babysitter for you and your family, you can search through babysitting websites like Care.com to find the right fit. You can find 1 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.
What questions should I ask a potential infant babysitter near me in Essex, CT?
There are 1 infant babysitters near you in Essex, CT. To narrow down your choices, you’ll want to interview potential infant babysitters. When it comes time to interview different potential caretakers, you may want to have a list of questions to ask potential babysitters for infants. You may want to ask them what babysitter duties they’ll take on, what their past work experience is like, and if they have any references you can speak to. The right questions to ask when interviewing a babysitter for an infant are the questions that matter to you.