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60 nannies are listed in Derby, CT
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby nannies is 6 years
Nannies in Derby, CT
Vera M.
Stratford, CT
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Vera . I'm a professional caregiver looking for a wonderful family.
I might be a good fit if you're looking for:
Someone be with years of experience l. I've been working as a full time nanny for 10+ years. That experience means I know to find the right balance with families- providing structure, routines and...
Vera can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Vera is an absolute gem. Couldn't recommend her more. We love her to pieces."
Conner H.
3.7
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced mom, both of my daughters are grown and out of college. I have a lot of experience working with children of all ages. I have an associate's degree in Physical Therapy and have worked with people of all ages. While my girls were growing up, I was an active leader in the Girl Scouts and a counselor at a camp. I...
Shelly can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"After a recent interview with Shelley, I can assure you that she is punctual, professional and cares deeply about children. We decided to use a center for our needs but would have been very comfortable with Shelley watching our children! "
Jenna R.
Christina A.
Shelton, CT
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
"A Teacher Affects Eternity, She Never Knows Where Her Influence Stops."
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Christina - an experienced Elementary School Teacher (K-6) with over 10 yrs of experience working at various grade levels btw K-6.
At a very young age, I always knew that my passion in life is working with children. Since I was 12, I nannied and babysat families with a range of 1-6 children with ages ranging from...
Christina can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Very reliable and great with my baby!"
Sarah U.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi I am a 58 yr old married Mom who loves children. I have 2 chihuahuas. I am a pet person! I am caring, fun , trustworthy. I have a 26 old son. Experience with Asperger's . I am currently a full time Nanny for a wonderful family with a 2 1/2-year-old little girl. I have been watching her since she was 3 months old. My job will...
Linda can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Linda is such a wonderful person. We needed someone to watch our son in a pinch for a few days and she did such a wonderful job. We feel very lucky to have found her. She is very calm and nurturing, and definitely has a mother's instinct. She is extremely punctual...
Steve G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Antonette and I have been a Nanny for 21 years. I presently work for a family in Westport Ct for the last 10 years. I take pleasure in caring, teaching, grooming, most of all protecting the children I care for. I prepare and serve meals with balance nutrition, ensuring food safety for those who have food allergies....
Antonette can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Antonette has worked for us for five years. She started with us when our kids were 6, 4 and 3 months old. She has rarely missed a day of work in five yrs. She is extremely reliable, responsible and accountable. We trust her with our money, cars, home and most...
Jennifer D.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I live in the Edgewood neighborhood in New Haven. I am a Family Advocate at a local day care. I am available for long-term hire for the afternoons and evenings, and am also available for one-time hire on the weekends. I love kids and they love me! I have over 10 years experience in child care; I have worked as a...
Joy can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Joy is so amazing with our son, who is now 2.5. She's got an early childhood education background and I notice L is super engaged with Joy - she's not just a passive caregiver. She's reliable, great at communication, on time, and has been a great fit...
Allie O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm currently only available for occasional babysitting jobs. I'm an ex Au pair. I have great experience taking care of kids, ages from newborns up to 11 years old. I've worked for families in Sandy Hook, Newtown, and the Seymour area. My last job was with a family in Seymour as nanny for almost 2 years, taking care of their...
Leila can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Leila has been with us for over a year. Initially she took care of our then 2 year old son and now cares for our 2 boys, now 8 month old and 3 year old. She is very patient and caring with them and both are happy when they are with her, which gives me peace of...
Eudocia C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a college graduate who has many years of experience with children. My mother ran an at-home preschool when I was in middle and high school, so I have always been used to having many children around. I have babysat children in my hometown of Nantucket since I was 12, and continued to babysit when I went to college....
Linnie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Linnie is very attentive, energetic, thoughtful, communicates clearly, asks questions when she is unsure, and genuinely interested in being the best she can be. She handled our son's seizure well. So glad we got to work with her!"
Emily C.
5.0
(3)
Passionate childcare professional with extensive experience caring for children of all ages, predominantly infants, toddlers, and youth (middle-high school). Seeking a fruitful Nanny position to blend my love for working with children, families, housekeeping, compassion, and travel. I am committed to creating a nurturing and...
Amber can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very competent and responsible young woman. Focused and caring. She rented a room in my home while she was in college getting her Masters degree. She worked out beautifully in our home where she was responsible for assisting with twin boys. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Mariah! I am an experienced childcare professional looking for a part time summer position while on summer break from my Yale MFA in Acting, but have previously worked as the Learning and Development Manager and Teacher for an early childhood program based on the Reggio Emilia approach. I graduated from Northwestern,...
Mariah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Mariah was undoubtedly the best possible nanny we could have hired to help care for our now 15 month old son, L. At the time, we were two work from home parents with demanding jobs and a baby who was quickly growing into a toddler-lite stage. Mariah watched L...
Lauren L.
Erika T.
Milford, CT
$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fifteen Years Of Experience Being A Creative, Energetic And Loving Nanny!
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a creative and responsible nanny with over 20 years of experience, that loves teaching and nurturing kids. With an education in early childhood and art education, I bring those skills to work everyday. We will do flannel stories and songs, crafts, science, themes, the basics of letters, shapes, etc. and sensory play....
Erika can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
5.0
"Have had play dates with her when she was caring for a child. She is extremely gentle, patient and attentive. She has a true love for children and it shows when she is with them. She is also extremely respectful of parents and mindful of a child's schedule (feeding...
Karen J.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am Olivia and I am in my mid twenties. I work in sales so I have a flexible schedule. I live far from family and have extra free time which is why I'm looking for some side work to fill my time. Some of my responsibilities include cooking, cleaning, and providing rides to and from practice. I can also assist with chores,...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Olivia is wonderful!! She babysat for us regularly, helping with before school care, school drop offs, and date nights. She was also our house sitter/dog sitter for a week when we were away. My girls (and dog!) love her! She is extremely dependable and is always...
Alexandra L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi parents! My name is Hailey , I am looking for a part time babysitting/nannying jobs, While i'm in college. I am CPR certified, have reliable transportation, and have childcare experience for more than 7+ years! I worked in a daycare since I was 16 as a assistant teacher then promoted to a head teacher, I have experience with...
Hailey can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hailey is punctual, trustworthy, responsive, sweet, and caring! Totally trust leaving our 13 month old in Hailey's care and would recommend her to any family looking for help. She's also great with our 6yr old dog. So happy we found Hailey!"
Jenna C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Experienced nanny with over 10 years of experience. I'm 32 years old, very responsible and honest. I love kids and also love pets. I took care of twins, one of them has autism and I had a great time with them. I never have any problems; I'm very responsible and I am always worried about the safety of the kids. I have my own car...
Ana can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"It was a pleasure to meet with Ana. She was outgoing and friendly. Her references spoke very highly of her work ethic. She is going to be a wonderful caregiver for a family. "
Anne Z.
5.0
(16)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I am a caring, dependable, organized and fun child care provider with over 15 years of experience, caring for children ranging from 2-days old through teenagers.
I will keep your child safe and happy while learning along the way with age-appropriate activities.
Having pets is not a problem; I am a big animal person and enjoy...
Marie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Marie is very professional, caring, and kind. Our child loves spending the day with her. We are thankful for finding someone we can trust. Highly recommend!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a current college student looking for a part time close to full time job. I have worked with kids and infants for about 5 years now.. As far as infants go, I know everything from changing a diaper to burping. As for toddlers and young children, I am more than aware that children need to be watched 24/7 due to their constant...
Val can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Val is extremely professional. She took great care of my elderly mother as well as helped me with getting my kids ready for school each day. We would have been lost without her. I could not recommend her enough!"
Adam S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Alexa, I am college educated professional nanny. I have just reached 15 years of experience. I am CPR and first aid certified, proficient in Spanish and have my own vehicle. I come with high regards from many families, working with their children from newborns to early teens. I worked at a private school in New...
Alexa can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alexa was our morning sitter for years, taking care of two little girls from their babyhood through their early elementary years. She was extremely dependable, coming reliably very early every morning so that I could leave for work, shepherding the girls through...
Christian B.
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Julia and I am 25 years old. I graduated from Quinnipiac University with my B. A. in Spanish in 2021 and am currently attending Sacred Heart University working towards my Master's in Social Work. I work as a Pre-K Teacher and have been working with kids for 10+ years. Other than my current job, my various child...
Julia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"I have known Julia for a very long time. She is responsible, caring, and an exceptional person overall. I am a pretty overprotective mom and have always felt confident leaving my three little ones with her even as newborns. She has a passion for children and goes...
Alison G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello My name is Lori I grew up in Greenwich CT. I have been a full time nanny since 2006. I am very passionate and love what I do. I have lots of experience with infants, toddles, elementary, and even middle school age kids. In my current position, I cook, and do light housekeeping. I also do the children laundry and run...
Loriann can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lori has been helping my family for 6 years now - she was my newborn daughters first nanny back in 2015 and is wonderful. She is always on time, dependable and great with my two kids. They get so excited when Lori is coming to watch them, she would be a great asset...
Ann W.
Stefanie T.
Milford, CT
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
*Open to drop off care in my home in a beautiful neighborhood and will offer discounted rates for that service*
Hello!
My name is Stefanie. I am a 38-year-old wife and mom of two and I am currently a preschool teacher at a private school on Westchester and Throughout high school, college, and up until recently I have worked...
Stefanie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
4.0
"I recently interviewed Stefanie for a part-time position for my infant son. She was punctual, professional, and I could see how experienced she is from how comfortable she was with my son right away. I also liked her energetic, lively attitude."
Suzanne A.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Derby, CT
Vera M.
5.0
Vera is an absolute gem. Couldn't recommend her more. We love her to pieces.
- Conner H.
Shelly P.
5.0
After a recent interview with Shelley, I can assure you that she is punctual, professional and cares deeply about children. We decided to use a center for our needs but would have been very comfortable with Shelley watching our children!
- Jenna R.
Christina A.
5.0
Christina watched our twin boys starting when they were 11 months. From the start she was conscientious, caring and responsive to their needs. Taking care of young twins is not easy and she met the challenge with grace. Her background was an educator was well utilized as she planned different...
- Care member
Linda F.
5.0
Linda is such a wonderful person. We needed someone to watch our son in a pinch for a few days and she did such a wonderful job. We feel very lucky to have found her. She is very calm and nurturing, and definitely has a mother's instinct. She is extremely punctual and kept in touch with me...
- Steve G.
Antonette M.
5.0
Antonette has worked for us for five years. She started with us when our kids were 6, 4 and 3 months old. She has rarely missed a day of work in five yrs. She is extremely reliable, responsible and accountable. We trust her with our money, cars, home and most importantly our kids. She becomes part...
- Jennifer D.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Derby, CT
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in Derby, CT?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Derby, CT is as of is $19.29 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 Derby, CT?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 7 in Derby, 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 Derby, CT?
You can find different nanny services in Derby 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 Derby, CT with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for Derby, CT nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Nannies in Derby, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed nannies.