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5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm passionate about caregiving. I love to care for infants and watch them grow! I can assist with sleep training and making sure your baby's needs are met. I also love to plan activities to keep them stimulated during the day. I've been a nanny for over 15 families!
I also can't wait to meet your pets! I have 2 active...
Paige can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Paige to watch our 4 month old for 8-9 hours a week while my husband and I work. Since we both WFH we were able to really see how Paige interacts with our daughter and could not be more impressed. From day 1 our daughter (who is wary of strangers) loved...
Brooke L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
CPR and First Aid Certified and have over 20+ years experience with infants and younger toddlers and have cared for all ages of children. Private Nanny/babysitter for a long time now and worked for a fews daycare centers in the past. Very Reliable and great references as well. Looking forward to speaking with you soon.
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"We had Jennifer take care of our 8 month old daughter for a couple of months until coronavirus pandemic hit. She never took a day off and was always extremely punctual. She was very playful with our daughter and our daughter became very fond of her in a short time....
Leena N.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Hello, and thank you for visiting my profile! Here's a bit about my background in childcare:
I started babysitting at age 11 and have since gained over 18 years of experience working with children. I hold an A. A. S. in Early Childhood Education, a B. A. in Elementary and Special Education, a B. A. in Game Design and...
Kris can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"One of the most dedicated and passionate nanny's I've ever met. She always goes above and beyond for the children in her care and takes initiative to better her childcare skills any chance that is given. Very dependable, punctual and able to adapt to any situation....
Arianna S.
Ljiljana K.
Cheshire, CT
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a young grandmother who has 30+ years of experience taking care of kids from infancy up to teens. I have already raised 3 children of my own (all adults ) and have 3 grand kids that I babysit occasionally. I also have nanny and babysitting experience with referrals. I want to provide a happy childhood and ensure that they...
Ljiljana can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Lilly is a very caring and nurturing person. She is dependable and is also great with kids."
Dusan D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Madelynn-- I go by Maddy, but little ones often call me Dee Dee. I earned my Bachelor's degree in Human Development & Family Sciences from UConn in the winter of 2020. Through school, I worked as a primary teacher in an infant classroom, and later, as a nanny; in total, I have 5 years of experience working with...
Madelynn can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Maddy has provided full-time childcare for our family for the last year. She is reliable, patient, and loving for our now 1.5 yo. She taught our child basic sign language early on, supported our baby-led weaning preferences, and created a solid daily routine. She...
Megan L.
Katrina G.
Windsor, CT
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Katrina! I have been taking care of and working with children for over 15 years. I have volunteered, and worked in child care facilities, and have also worked as a nanny taking care of children in their home. I have experience with children from 1-month-old through 13 years old. I also have about 5 years...
Katrina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I was visiting my parents in CT and wanted a chance to take my mom out to lunch and spend some one-on-one time with her. I posted a job and looked through several applicants, and Katrina just stood out from the rest. She responded quickly and was able to get me a...
Megan M.
5.0
(2)
Full time nanny, LOTS of experience in child care.
I started working as a babysitter at 14, and got my first job in a school as an after school counselor at 16 years old!
I love children and have 10 years of experience in school/classroom settings!
child care
summer camp counselor
experience nannying infants long term
very...
Cinnamin can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I was Cinnamin's supervisor and she is an absolute delight to work with! She is kind, dependable, and puts her whole self in to whatever she does.
Cinnamin is a dedicated and loyal employee. When a job needed to be done, she was always my go to for help. Cinnamin...
Teallia G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a Mom of two young men in college. I have been caring for children since 1982. I am infant and adult CPR certified. My childcare experience ranges from being a Mom, babysitter, caregiver, nanny, personal home assistant, infant and toddler church volunteer and certified pre-k teacher. I find extreme joy and...
Shannon can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Shannon was our nanny for over 4 years - initially with our first born and as our family grew with our second child. Shannon is a loving, dependable person and became an extension of our family. The kids loved her and we miss her dearly now that our kids are a...
Jonathan F.
Jessica S.
Guilford, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Educated, Experienced Nanny Looking For A Full-Time Position!
5.0
(5)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have worked in the childcare field for over 20 years. I have worked as a pre-school teacher, special education paraprofessional and as a nanny. I have experience with many different age groups. As a nanny I have many experienced years with infants and toddlers. I enjoy facilitating in the growth of emotional and physically...
Jessica can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Jess worked as our full time nanny for about 1.5 years caring for our two kids aged 3 and 5, and has continued to provide care to our children on and off since 2018. She provided excellent care for our son who has a neuro developmental delay. Jess was not only our...
Melissa W.
Morgan T.
Bristol, CT
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Morgan. I am a highly experienced babysitter with 16 years of experience. I have worked as an infant and toddler lead teacher, a nanny, and even ran my own in-home daycare for infants and young toddlers for a while when my eldest was an infant! Although I took some time off to raise my own babies, W (4) and A...
Morgan can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Morgan is OUTSTANDING with kids! She cared for our 18 month old and newborn. She is patient, kind, and is someone I would trust with my kids EVERY TIME in EVERY situation! You would be so lucky to have Morgan care for your kiddos! "
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Caroline G.
Windsor, CT
$28-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! My Name Is Caroline And I've Babysat & Nannied All Age Groups For Over 9 Years.
5.0
(1)
Childcare is a passion of mine and I bring my creativity & positive energy into my work. I realize how integral the early stages of life are, and how much of an impact we can have on our youth through our actions, language, and responses. I am a nurturing, energetic, and compassionate caregiver.
I am working towards becoming a...
Caroline can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Caroline is caring, responsible, trustworthy and creative. She incorporates outdoor play when weather permits, sharing her love for nature. She can handle all the fun of a newborn (spit up, bottles and naps) and can keep older/more active kids engaged and...
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4.8
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a college student, studying to get my undergraduate degree before continuing to become a special education teacher. I have been caring for children privately (as a babysitter/nanny) as well as an infant teacher and a toddler teacher at local day-cares for the past 5 years. I also have experience caring for children long...
Kris can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"As a parent of multiple special needs children, Kris was a godsend for our family. It's extremely difficult to find someone not only qualified but also patient enough. Kris is a joy to have around our entire family and we trust her with any needs for our children."
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Erica B.
Bristol, CT
$25-34/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a fun-loving, energetic, artistic caregiver who has been in the field for over 17 years. I began working for a children's museum/daycare in my hometown in their infant/toddler room as an assistant teacher. I went on to study for a major in Fine Arts & minor in Child Development in Boston, MA. While there, I began...
Erica can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Erica was wonderful with our 5 month old while we were in Southampton. I would happily hire her again on our next visit!"
Rasheed And Rebecca D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a kind and caring babysitter who never leaves the house without a smile. I have 8 years of experience, beginning back when I was 15 when I started babysitting. Throughout my time with children, I have sat for over 20 families. I have also been a full-time and part-time nanny for 4 years total. For two years I was a teacher...
Rory can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Rory was wonderful with my daughter. The first time we met, Rory got right down to my daughter's level and started to play with her. Rory was so caring and understanding of my daughter. I knew that with Rory my daughter was safe. I highly recommend her."
Kelly S.
5.0
(4)
Hello!
I'm hoping that we can touch base a little more! I have 2 years of experience in childcare + years of helping/caring for children. I am currently a teacher in an infant classroom (newborn- 1years old).
I am most definitely comfortable with all ages! :)
I am looking for a long term position with an amazing family! I love...
Lilliana can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We LOVE Lilli! My infant son absolutely adores her, he gives her the biggest hug every time he sees her. She's so in-tune with all his needs & is very creative in keeping him entertained in an age-appropriate way while we're gone. She's stuck with us forever!...
Kelly M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Baby nanny and preschool teacher. Education degree. Infants - school age children. Caring, creative, fun.
I bring a bag of activities based on your child(ren). Years of experience - childcare centers, summer camp, nature centers.
I teach STEM school programs. CPR, first aid, EpiPen. I have a clean driving record and as...
Lori can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Lori has been our 1-year old son's Nanny for about 7 months now. He loves his Lori! When she walks through the door, our son's face lights up. She brings toys with her every time she comes and it's like a surprise for our son when she shows up with her big bag....
Rachel A.
5.0
(3)
Hello :) I was recently a teacher for toddlers and infants, I was employed there for two years. I work with all children and love them dearly! I recently moved to New Britain and have been looking for a job as a nanny as I am passionate on being a positive role for them. I look forward to meeting you and your family!
I am...
Jamerra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jamerra was Amazing with my children! I highly recommend her!"
Laura W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
My name is Erica, and I'm a 28-year-old career nanny who has been working for the most wonderful family for the past year and is now on the hunt for a new full-time family for the fall.
Here's a little bit about me:
I have my bachelor's degree in child psychology, and a second one in early childhood education! In addition to...
Erica can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Erica joined our family at a critical time when my son was 2.5 and I was due with my second child. She helped us through the transition to a family of four while I was on maternity leave and cared for both kids once my daughter was born. She is very reliable, a...
Jessica G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am currently looking to go back into the nanny field after being a paraprofessional in Ellington for the past year. I have over 15 years of experience working with infants, toddler, special needs and school aged children as a nanny for multiple families as well as in multiple childcare settings.
Elyse can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Elyse has been our full time nanny for our four children for almost five years. In addition to taking excellent care of our children, she cooks them organic, from scratch meals, does amazing arts & crafts, helps with speech therapy, homework and is a part of our...
Amanda W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a fun, loving , energetic, mother of 1. I have been working with children of all ages from infant to 14 for almost 20 years now, mostly in a daycare setting. I began working as nanny last year for 2 adorable little girls, and I love it. I have a lot of experience in teaching, large and fine motor skills, art, sensory and...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jenn has been the perfect addition to our family. The only reason we will no longer have her watch our girls is because I am a teacher and will be home for the summer.
Jenn was easy to talk to and communicate with right from the beginning. She has been very...
Erin M.
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Recent infant nanny reviews from local parents in Portland, CT
Paige O.
5.0
Paige is a wonderfully intuitive person! Beyond being helpful she genuinely cared about our newborn. We hired her to help with nights and sleep training. We genuinely believe her positive disposition and love set the foundation for our baby girl! Would highly recommend Paige!
- Eric D.
Jennifer E.
5.0
We had Jennifer take care of our 8 month old daughter for a couple of months until coronavirus pandemic hit. She never took a day off and was always extremely punctual. She was very playful with our daughter and our daughter became very fond of her in a short time. She managed her bottle feedings,...
- Leena N.
Kris A.
5.0
In taking care of my infant twins, Kris has been thoughtful, kind, and affectionate. He does an excellent job of encouraging the babies to explore their world through physical activities, songs, and books. I am always impressed by how he is always thinking of new ways to enrich their daily lives and...
- Lisa H.
Ljiljana K.
5.0
Lilly is a wonderful thoughtful and detail oriented housekeeper and caregiver. Feel lucky to have found her to help our family!
- Olivia S.
Madelynn C.
5.0
Maddy has provided full-time childcare for our family for the last year. She is reliable, patient, and loving for our now 1.5 yo. She taught our child basic sign language early on, supported our baby-led weaning preferences, and created a solid daily routine. She has been incredibly responsible with...
- Megan L.
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FAQs for finding an infant nanny near you in Portland, CT
How much does a nanny cost for an infant near me in Portland, CT?
Infant nanny costs can vary greatly, but near you in Portland, CT, the average hourly rate for an infant nanny is $23.00. This is just an average though, how much you need to spend on infant care will depend on where you live and if you want to hire an infant nanny during the day or overnight.
What types of responsibilities do infant nannies near me in Portland, CT take on?
Nanny infant care can involve changing diapers, feeding the baby, and making sure all of their needs are met. The infant nanny responsibilities that your nanny takes on will depend on your family’s unique needs and what the nanny feels comfortable with. When searching for an infant nannies in Portland, CT, prepare a list of responsibilities you’re hoping to get help with so you can ask potential nannies if they can provide the support you need.
How can I find a good infant nanny near me in Portland, CT?
TNot sure how to find a good nanny for an infant? Look no further than Care.com, where you will find 1 infant nanny profiles near you in Portland, CT that you can check out. You can also read 0 reviews from families who worked with those infant nannies in the past.
How do I interview a nanny for an infant near me in Portland, CT?
Want to learn more about how to interview a nanny for an infant? When interviewing potential infant nannies near you in Portland, CT, it can be helpful to write an infant nanny job description and to prepare a list of questions you have. For example, if in your job description you write that you need help with light housekeeping (like keeping the kitchen clean), you can add to your list of questions one about how comfortable they feel helping with housework.
Is it safe to hire an infant nanny near me in Portland, CT?
We ask all Care.com infant nannies to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. For parents who want extra peace of mind, we strongly recommend doing your own research before you hire an infant nanny. Alongside running an independent background check, you can interview candidates and request references from other families they worked with in the past.