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4.5
(10)
Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Torre. I started my childcare journey when I was very young. I would babysit my cousins and the neighborhood children starting at the age of 12. I have always been incredibly maternal and I feel that truly shows in my care. Throughout the years, I have furthered my training by completing a number of childcare and...
Torre can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Torre cares for my 5 year old daughter occasionally, and soon care for my newborn. My daughter always asks for Torre to come over and play, she absolutely loves her! She ALWAYS shows up on time, if not early, the house looked better than when I left it. She is so...
Candace B.
Sarah H.
Pomfret, CT
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Sarah, I am 27, enthusiastic, intelligent, and have so much fun with kids! I have years of experience and have fabulous references for you to choose from. I'm willing to help your family whenever I'm available. Cautious driver and a responsible adult who has a ton of knowledge to influence your littles. Previously, I...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Best babysitter ever!!! She is so professional and my little one loves her!"
Ashley K.
Emily L.
Norwich, CT
$24/hr • 10 yrs exp
Taking A Break From Working In Education And Going Back To Being A Nanny
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as nurturing, responsible, and fun.
I have availability in the mornings and evenings for before and after school care for bus pick ups
I started working with kids when I was 16 as a local babysitter. I then worked my way from working at a daycare for a few years and onto public and private schools....
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emily took care of my 3 boys for years, I wish would could have kept her forever! She is responsible and caring, highly recommend! "
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Laura N.
West Greenwich, RI
$25-33/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am looking for a new family to watch somewhere in the area. I graduated college in 2019, with an associates degree in Criminal Justice. Right now I am currently a volunteer firefighter with hopes to become a woodland firefighter. My availability is pretty flexible throughout the week. I have been babysitting/nannying since I...
Laura can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Laura immediately connected with my son, a 6 year-old with ADHD. He loved her. They had such fun adventures together, and her energy and creativity matched his. It's been 4 mos since she was able to work for us (relocation), and he's still asking if she could come...
Laura P.
Ana T.
Putnam, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of experience in childcare services, with children of all ages! I worked as a nanny for 5 years in my home country, Brazil, before moving here where I've continued working as child care provider! I love spending time with children, playing, teaching and learning from them! I know it can be challenging...
Ana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Our experience with Ana was terrific. We were in CT for a family wedding and needed someone to look after our 3 year old after the ceremony. Our daughter was so excited to hang out with Ana ("like from Frozen!"), and Ana didn't disappoint. Our daughter is high...
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Abigail R.
Bozrah, CT
$19-28/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with babies and young children in a variety of settings including daycare, preschool, church, and school. I worked in the baby rooms of a child development center for almost 3 years. I also have had the joy of caring for many infants, toddlers and preschoolers as a nanny. For a couple of years I directed a...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Abbey is a very capable, caring, and trustworthy babysitter. She nannied for us for 3 months this summer (2017), caring for our infant daughter, who was 3 to 6 months old during that time. She worked full time hours (some weeks more), and was extremely punctual...
Heather M.
Leah O.
Willimantic, CT
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have 10+ years of experience working with children 6wks-12years. I recived a child development associates and went to college for early childhood education. I have worked as a preschool teacher as well as a nanny, so I am comfortable working with one or more than one child at a time. I will always be a teacher at heart and...
Leah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I trust Leah implicitly, my son genuinely loves her, and I cannot more highly recommend her to anyone seeking childcare. Leah worked with our family 3 days a week for the first year of my son's life. Leah is dependable, punctual, and reliable (and obviously these...
Sara P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Carly, I'm 34 years old my family and I just moved to gales ferry CT. I have 3 children, 2 boys (6 and 9) and a baby girl, who was just born July 11th. My husband in the Coast Guard. I have been babysitting for 20 years, And started nannying full time and/or part time 16 years ago. I truly love being a nanny, I...
Carly can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Carly was and is the best! My husband and I have one child and she was awesome with him. She had to work long hours because of our jobs and was always on time and flexible with our ever-changing schedules. She also brought her own son to nanny at our house,...
Colleen R.
Ginger H.
Willington, CT
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Nurturing responsible and reliable career nanny with experience caring for newborn through teen age children. I have recent experience with twins and also special needs. Red Cross First Aid and CPR Certifications are current. I have taught gymnastics and swimming lessons and enjoy outdoor activities , reading, crafting, yoga and...
Ginger can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ginger has been part of our family for almost 10 years and she's actually the best. Kids gravitate to her. Anyone who hires Ginger would be incredibly lucky!"
Amanda N.
5.0
(23)
Hired by 27 families in your neighborhood
I've been caring for children of all ages in childcare centers and as a nanny for over 30 years. I also have 4 grown sons of my own including twins. I absolutely love children. I am a caring, patient, and attentive nanny who enjoys playing, teaching and being on the go. I have extensive knowledge of child development and age...
Trish can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Trish while in vacation in Connecticut. Trish was so amazing with my two boys!! The boys had a blast with her and she was so patient with them. She arrived early and was excited to be there. She played cards, games and put them to bed. When we are in the...
Carrie G.
Taylor B.
Norwich, CT
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Taylor and I have worked in the childcare for three years as a toddler teacher. Although my classroom is 1. 5-2. 5-year-olds I have had the opportunity to work with all age groups. I also worked as a nanny for a family for 6 months. I currently hold my CDA (child development associate). I have a professional...
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi families! My name is Sonora I am 24 years old . Currently full time nanny mon-Thursday . Looking for family who may need help friday -Sunday or after 6 during week ! Look forward to speaking !
Sonora can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(4)
Hello! My name is Katie I am looking for part time or full time babysitting/nanny positions during the week I do have a 7-year-old son who is in second grade. I also have an almost 3-year-old daughter that would have to come along. My weekends are also fully open! I am fully vaccinated! So if you are in need of a date night...
Katie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"Katie does very well with my 4 year old. They play games, color, make crafts together. If the weather is nice she will take her to the library or they will do other outdoor activities. She always shows up on time or early, very punctual. "
Kristie A.
5.0
(2)
Before my work experience as a nanny, I raised and home-educated eight children. I also have many years of experience working with babies and children outside my home. Most recently, I spent four years working as a nanny caring for two girls who are now attending school. I have enjoyed working with children and welcome the...
Ruth can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ruth is a natural nurturer. She brings her kind heart wherever she goes. She supports the whole family. Ruth is a women of integrity. We raised our children together. I now have 7 additional children ages 7-21 adopted thru the foster care system. Ruth is such an...
Debra C.
4.9
(12)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I live in Willington, Connecticut. I am a mother of seven children who are now grown. I have enjoyed watching them all grow and develop. I have personally grown as a person because of the things they teach me every day. :) Besides being a mom, I was a Sunday school teacher at our church, I worked in the afterschool...
Shannon can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"I do not have the words to describe how grateful I was to Shannon for helping us last minute. She did an amazing job and is an amazing person as well. She is meticulous, which is hard to find these days. I recommend her without hesitation."
Steven F.
Sierra B.
Woodstock, CT
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi families! My name is Sierra, and I'm a senior in college, graduating in May. I have a wide range of childcare experience, from working as a daycare teacher to nannying and babysitting.
I've cared for children as young as 3 months and as old as 12 years. I'm comfortable with pets, a non-smoker, and have reliable...
Sierra can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Amazing, dependable, kind, calm, patient with young children!"
Elaine L.
Danielle T.
Norwich, CT
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Part Time Nanny/Sitter Available For Only The Best Quality Of Care For You And Your Family.
5.0
(1)
I cherish the privilege of caring for children. I am creative, energetic and can and guarantee your child and or children will have a wonderful experience. I have experience of babysitting and volunteer work with children of varying ages, from newborn to teenagers. I can provide excellent references. I have a background as a...
Danielle can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Danielle has watched my two daughters for a year now and over the year she has become a part of our family and as my girls say "like a big sister".
Danielle has helped my husband and I to be able to have our careers and yet to know our children are in the best...
Patrice B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of two wonderful girls. I was a nanny for a number of different families before and after I had my children. I also have many years of experience as a household manager/assistant. I work as a professional organizer and house cleaner as well. I love cleaning and organizing and I have always loved children. I have...
Kari can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very professional and courteous. Extremely well qualified, personable, warm and friendly. Exchanged several emails, arranged an interview and she arrived on time and was flexible and patient as our prior candidate interview ran over."
John B.
Hello, I have over 20 years of experience working with children in different settings. I have 2 children of my own. I took early education classes in high school. I'm very nurturing, caring , creative and fun nanny
Jill can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Abby G.
Mansfield Center, CT
$17-21/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am available this summer to nanny full or part time. I am a nursing student at UCONN and finishing my junior year in early May. Every summer through high school and college I have nannied for families with children of all ages. I have experience with infants/ toddlers as well as school aged children. In high school I...
Abby can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Canterbury, CT
Torre G.
5.0
She was amazing to have around. I've known Torre since she was in Middle school and she watched our children for date nights. She would always take them to the pool or park. They loved having her over, she is fun, silly, engaging, and is really good with handling bad behavior. She was also great...
- Tiffany C.
Sarah H.
5.0
Best babysitter ever!!! She is so professional and my little one loves her!
- Ashley K.
Emily L.
5.0
Emily took care of my 3 boys for years, I wish would could have kept her forever! She is responsible and caring, highly recommend!
- Care member
Laura N.
5.0
Laura immediately connected with my son, a 6 year-old with ADHD. He loved her. They had such fun adventures together, and her energy and creativity matched his. It's been 4 mos since she was able to work for us (relocation), and he's still asking if she could come again. I'd have her care for my son...
- Laura P.
Ana T.
5.0
Our experience with Ana was terrific. We were in CT for a family wedding and needed someone to look after our 3 year old after the ceremony. Our daughter was so excited to hang out with Ana ("like from Frozen!"), and Ana didn't disappoint. Our daughter is high energy and has big feelings, and so...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding nannies in Canterbury, CT
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in Canterbury, CT?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Canterbury, CT is as of is $19.00 per hour as of March, 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 Canterbury, CT?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 1 in Canterbury, 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 Canterbury, CT?
You can find different nanny services in Canterbury 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 Canterbury, CT with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.