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Find nannies in Canaan, CT that you’ll love
58 nannies are listed in Canaan, CT
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby nannies is 7 years
Nannies in Canaan, CT
As an experienced childcare provider with 3 years of experience, I have a passion for nurturing and educating children. My journey in caregiving began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my knack for connecting with children and positively impacting their lives.
My calm and patient demeanor enables me to...
Natalie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Jenn. I love working with children and "seeing" things thru their eyes. I am caring, reliable, honest, hard working, organized, and a multitasker. I am trained in CPR and First Aid. I have over 30 years experience working with children, nannying, I have managed a childcare center, facilitated children's...
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jenn cared for my 2.5 year old recently.
What I found to be particularly excellent about her was not only did she do everything that I asked of her, she definitely went above and beyond.
She is one of the most trustworthy caregivers I have ever encountered....
Rachel N.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I love children. I've cared for 16-year-old twins regularly (since they were about 7 months old). I'm very energetic and athletic, so it's easier for me to keep up with those kids with high energy levels. I've coached at a sports camp for girls, ages 7-15, and I was a full-time assistant teacher at a daycare center. I have...
Katelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I had a great experience with Kate. She watched my 7-month old for 2 days and was extremely reliable and easy to get along with. She clearly loves kids and I felt confident leaving my child with her. I highly recommend her."
Rachel F.
Petra M.
East Canaan, CT
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I had been a nanny for one family in GB for 15 years and sadly they just outgrew me this past September. Along with that job after school; I nannied other families during the morning hours. I can be flexible. I have my own car and many local references.
Aside from my 15 years local experience, I also was a nanny in Los Angeles...
Petra can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Scott M.
Salisbury, CT
$40/hr • 6 yrs exp
I live in Salisbury and I am looking for a babysitting/nannying position.
I'm a rising junior at Hobart and William Smith Colleges where I row on the varsity crew team and am studying Sociology. I have 5 years of experience as a day camp counselor and I've babysat for 7 years, taking care of babies up to 12-year-old. I am also...
Scott can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Stephanie and I am an experienced childcare provider with 20 years of experience caring for children of all ages. It includes but doesn't limit the following: babysitting multiple families, caring for twins with special needs, & nannying 3 kids for almost 7 years. I'm also a mom of two boys, 4 and 7, who go to...
5.0
"Stephanie is dependable, caring, thorough, trustworthy, reliable, kind, gentle, smart, flexible, understanding and excellent with children. She has cared for my children many many times since they were babies and I have always felt so good about leaving them with...
Jessica B.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a child development specialist and nanny, looking to work with a family part time. I have my own company consulting with families on best practices for child development and behavioral issues at home, and am looking to supplement that with some hands-on childcare!
My philosophy involves engaging kids in the world around...
Melanie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Melanie is a top-notch child care provider. She is educated, extremely reliable, and will go above and beyond to help your family. "
Lisa F.
Cynthia E.
Litchfield, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mature woman who has raised three children who are now wonderful, successful adults. I also have two amazing granddaughters and one incredible grandson.
I was a stay at home mom from the time my children were born until all three were in school. Now that my daughter has children of her own, I've been able to enjoy...
Cynthia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Cindy has been watching our two young children for 3 years. She is reliable, punctual and kind. I regularly hear positive feedback from neighbors that have interacted with her walking with the kids and even from some that have observed without her knowing. The...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
I am a professional, loving nanny. I have over 15 years of experience with children, including nannying/babysitting, preschool, and early intervention. I'm comfortable performing a range of tasks (researching/planning/transporting to area activities, meal preparation, cleaning, pets, play dates, tutoring/ help with...
Lucy can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Lucy is incredible. I could hardly believe we found her on the Care.com app. She is way more than a nanny, she is an expert in early child development. She has been caring for our 16-month for the past 10-months and we couldn't be happier. Sadly, we are moving to...
Jess S.
Shirley S.
Torrington, CT
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny With Over 25 Years Of Experience And Excellent References
5.0
(6)
Over 25 years of experience in providing supervision and guidance to children within private home settings. Highly accomplished in creating educational and recreational activities to develop psychological, emotional, behavioral, and social skills. Dedicated to helping children from infancy to teens better understand the world...
Shirley can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Shirley is one of the most dependable and trustworthy people I know. She has a nurturing and caring spirit that you can sense instantly. She develops lifelong bonds with the families and children she has assisted in raising. She is a strong advocate for education-...
Iman. H.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Kily , I'm a sitter/nanny in CT. I'm willing to babysit + help out with household chores and meal prep! I've been working professionally for three years and I've babysat for friends and family for years and always loved it. I am CPR and First aide certified, I also have basic and advanced childcare training...
Kily can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kily is awesome!!! We moved to CT with a 9 month old and my husband and I both worked from home. Kily took great care of our little boy, took him outside, played at parks, kept him engaged with music, games, and activities. Kily communicates, is punctual and...
Jennifer D.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I lead eight years of Children's Health playgroups for birth-5 years of age when my children were young. I have been a host family and local coordinator for three youth programs for inner city children ages 7-18 and for international students, High School Exchange Year ages 15-18 and was Cultural Care Au Pairs ages 18-27.
I...
Lelia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lelia was prompt, attentive and made the children feel very comfortable and well tended. We look forward to working with her again in the future."
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello and thank you for reading my profile!
I have successfully raised two children, hosted several international students who studied at the local high school, and nannied several children from infants to teenagers. I would love to discuss your childcare needs!
Currently, I am looking for a job that could supplement my...
Kimberly can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kim has been watching our 10- and 12-year-old children for the past school year. She has been a great extension of our child-rearing philosophy and I feel like we are always on the same page. Kim has really had an interest and taken the time to make a connection...
Kim C.
Experienced and compassionate nanny with over 17 years of expertise in child and elderly care, specializing in developmental behavior, housekeeping, and medical support. I have worked in diverse settings, including children's hospitals, daycares, and private homes, providing personalized care for children of all ages, including...
Terencia can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Hi! I'm a very reliable and caring babysitter/nanny. I have about four years of experience with jobs of my own but I have also gone to many babysitting and nannying jobs with my mom since I was about 10 years old. I've worked with children ages 0-6 at a daycare center and I've also babysat and nannied for families privately.
Alyssa can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Samantha N.
New Hartford, CT
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello I'm Sammie and I'm 27, I live in New Hartford, Ct. I have been a Nanny, babysitter and a preschool teacher throughout the past 7+ years. I have my own form of transportation as well as having my First Aid/CPR certification AED/EPI certification DCF and DDS medication certification as well as taking EMT classes at Code One....
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hello, I am Sarah! I have experience working with children of all ages, from babies to teenagers, including specials needs children. Also, I used to be a caregiver for the elderly and enjoyed it very much! I do not smoke or drink and I do have my own transportation with a very clean driving record. I am now located in Waterbury...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Sarah K.
Winsted, CT
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello my name is Sarah! I am 30 years old and looking for another nanny position starting end of July, first of Aug. I have a nanny position at the moment, but unfortunately it will be ending by then. I love children of all ages and have experience with new borns to teenagers as well as children with disabilities, and have my...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Haylee and I'm a masters of teaching student at BSU. I am 34 years old, from Asheville, North Carolina and I have been working with children my entire life. I am looking for occasional babysitting positions throughout the school year and summer.
Haylee can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Cathy L.
Torrington, CT
$24-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, First and foremost I am a mom of four teens, and I love them to pieces. I enjoy being with kids and LOVE having fun. I have a recreation background, so being active is up my alley. I have had the pleasure of working with seniors and physically challenged for 20 years and currently am a nanny for special needs children. I...
Cathy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Canaan, CT
Jennifer C.
5.0
Jenn was a wonderful nanny. We hired her when our daughter was about 5 months old and she worked with us on a full-time basis for just over two years.
Jenn is friendly, professional, efficient, conscientious, responsible and reliable.
Her role involved general supervision and care including...
- Michael S.
Katelyn R.
5.0
I had a great experience with Kate. She watched my 7-month old for 2 days and was extremely reliable and easy to get along with. She clearly loves kids and I felt confident leaving my child with her. I highly recommend her.
- Rachel F.
Stephanie C.
5.0
Stephanie was an amazing caregiver for our daughter and dog. She is extremely dependable and gave plenty of notice when she was no longer able to watch our daughter. Very reliable and respectful and any family would be lucky to have her!
- Kristina B.
Melanie W.
5.0
Melanie is a top-notch child care provider. She is educated, extremely reliable, and will go above and beyond to help your family.
- Lisa F.
Cynthia E.
5.0
Cindy has been watching our two young children for 3 years. She is reliable, punctual and kind. I regularly hear positive feedback from neighbors that have interacted with her walking with the kids and even from some that have observed without her knowing. The feedback is consistently positive. She...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding nannies in Canaan, CT
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in Canaan, CT?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Canaan, CT is as of is $20.50 per hour as of April, 2025. This rate will fluctuate depending on your location, the nanny's level of experience, and the number of children to be cared for. Other factors that may also influence the rate include specialized care, overnight care, or requesting your nanny to take additional responsibilities at home such as light housekeeping or meal prepping.
How can I find a nanny near me in Canaan, CT?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 2 in Canaan, CT. You can search for nannies by their location and can compare your options by hourly pay rate, experience, and what ages of kids each nanny is looking to care for. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have worked with the nannies you're interested in interviewing.
What type of nanny services can I find near me in Canaan, CT?
You can find different nanny services in Canaan through Care.com, such as nannies that specialized in infant and newborn care, nannies that help with night-time routines or watch kids overnight, bilingual nannies that speak different languages, live-in nannies, and more. You can search for full-time or part-time nannies in Canaan, CT with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for Canaan, CT nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Nannies in Canaan, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 58 listed nannies.