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Find nannies in Essex, CT that you’ll love

60 nannies are listed in Essex, CT

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby nannies is 6 years

Nannies in Essex, CT

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Alexandra S.


Essex, CT

$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Joyful And Loving Sitter/Nanny

5.0

(1)

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

My name is Alexandra (Alex) and I am a 28-year-old graduate student living in Essex, CT. I am pursuing my doctorate in clinical psychology, with a concentration in childhood and adolescence. I am the oldest child of 3 and I have been caring for children ever since my younger sister was born 16 years ago. I have experience...
Alexandra can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Alex is very responsible, reliable, and she is great with my kids. They love her!"

Marlie S.

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Kathryn N.


Old Saybrook, CT

$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

Kathryn

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I currently am working in the healthcare field as a health aide. I help seniors stay healthy and comfortable at home. I provide personal services like running errands, bathing, dressing, and grooming. 10 years ago, I was a nanny for two children, ages 6 and 10. I have babysat young children and toddlers in the past as well....
Kathryn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kathryn is working with my young adult autistic daughter providing in home and out in the community support. This can be challanging, but Kathryn is patient and responsive to my daughter's needs. She works with me on activity and learning plans and implements them...

John O.

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Lila C.


Old Lyme, CT

$17/hr • 6 yrs exp

Fun, Experienced, Babysitter For Summer

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I just finished my junior year at University of Vermont pursuing a career in nursing and looking for summer babysitting opportunities. I am very dependable, live in Old Lyme, have my own transportation, and have experience with children ages six months - 14 years old. I have been nannying for 5 years now. My most recent...
Lila can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Lila was wonderful watching our daughter starting when she was 5 months old. She kept to our daughters routine, played, read and danced with her and took her on walks outdoors. She was punctual, reliable and also a pleasure to be around."

Stephanie K.

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Abi R.


Niantic, CT

$23/hr • 8 yrs exp

Teacher

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Warm, caring, enthusiastic 23-year-old, loves children. About 8 years babysitting experience, as well as 3+ years of daycare experience working with infants and toddlers daily. Family pet? No problem! I love working with animals as well! I enjoy everything from arts and crafts to homework help, and mealtime to playtime to...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Abby babysit our three kids and was both fabulous and flexible given it was a last-minute reservation after our orignal sitter cancelled. The kids gave her a great review as well! I'd highly recommend her. "

Care member

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Kimberly B.


Niantic, CT

$28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full-time Nanny Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a career nanny with two decades of experience with newborns to young adults. The love of my career allows me to joyfully nurture your children and attend to parental needs as well. Rest assured I will engage your children in various activities such as: arts and crafts, going to the park, active play indoors and outside. I...
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We have had the pleasure of having Kimberly as part of our family for the past 15 months. She has cared for my two young sons, my youngest was 12 weeks old and my older one just turned 2 when we hired her. She has a wonderful personality - very warm, funny, and...

Deepa G.

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Julia H.


Niantic, CT

$17-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Nanny/ Baby Sitter (full Or Part Time)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Julia and I am 24 years old. I am currently a deans list doctorate of physical therapy student at the University of Hartford, and I live in Niantic CT. I am currently looking for a part time position while I am between clinical rotations for a family relatively close to Niantic who may need child care during the week...
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Julia was a caregiver in our church nursery for several years. I was most impressed with how naturally and creatively she played with the young children and toddlers. She immediately sat on the floor with them and engaged them in active play, or followed their...

Jill W.

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Amy W.


Old Lyme, CT

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Baby Sitter/Nanny Available Full Time

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have cared for children of various ages, for many years. I am a detail-oriented, compassionate individual, and I only provide the best quality care. I love being active, and enjoy involving the children I care for in outdoor activities - I own multiple horses, which I find to a be a very popular attraction amongst the kids...
Amy can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Michelle C.


Westbrook, CT

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am 36 years old over 15 years of childcare experience. 6 weeks- 13 years. I have been a nanny for three different families. I worked in daycares from infant room to after school. I was a prek teacher. The three families I nannied for I did light housework. prepping small meals, laundry for the kids. I was always busy with the...
Michelle can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Michelle is kind hearted. She became part of the family and was wonderful with my kids. Their is something about her that my children loved.My kids get so excited when she comes into the door. She gets on the ground with them,plays outside with them. She is worth...

Carol K.

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Morgann M.


Clinton, CT

$25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Day-time Nanny Or Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Morgann, But most people know me as Mo or MoMo. I am a kindhearted, loving, energetic 29-year-old with over 5 years day care experience with all age groups from new born to over age 12. I am comfortable watching up to 4 kids at once. I was a head teacher of the toddler room at the daycare I worked at for over 3 years. I...
Morgann can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Morgann is a fun person to be around, and brings such positive energy into a room. When she walks into our house, our daughter is so animated and excited to see her. Within seconds of her arrival, they are on the floor playing, having a picnic, singing songs or...

Jen S.

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Emily H.


East Lyme, CT

$19-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Summer Full Time Caregiver/babysitter/nanny Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello families, My name is Emily and I am 29 years old and have both and undergraduate degree in human development and family studies and a masters degree in school psychology. I have worked with children of all ages from infants as young as 3 months to students with special needs age 20+ that have aged out of k-12 education,...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Lily K.


Killingworth, CT

$17-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Fun And Caring Sitter With Experience

3.5

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Lily and I just graduated Nursing school at Belmont University. I am currently looking to nanny part time, as I wait to take my NCLEX in the next few weeks, before starting my nursing career in March. I have 8 years of nannying experience ranging from kids 2 months- 12 years. I love children and prioritize safety!...
Lily can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lily is very kind and patient and always arrives on time. My children love her and that's a high compliment from my 2 year old since he can be very shy."

Bryanna P.

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Heather H.


Clinton, CT

$25-28/hr • 6 yrs exp

Caring, Fun, Reliable, And Trustworthy Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Heather! I am a mom to one awesome son. I have a 12 year career in banking/finance. I have many years of babysitting experience with ages newborn thru 7 years. I was a nanny for 3 years when we moved to CT and still occasionally babysit. I am available for overnight care or on the weekends for occasional care....
Heather can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Heather is an absolute gem! She babysat our 6 month old daughter during our wedding weekend and went above and beyond to help us during a very hectic weekend, including bringing our daughter to and from our wedding events. She responded to texts quickly and was...

Samantha R.

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Lindsay A.


Haddam, CT

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter/Nanny (also Mom Of 3 Littles!)

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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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.

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Laura B.


East Lyme, CT

$25-30/hr • 12 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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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Laurie M.


Clinton, CT

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

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: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Laurie is wonderful to work with and my kids adored her. Would hire her again in a heartbeat. Always exceeded expectations."

Andrew D.

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Caylie P.


East Lyme, CT

$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

Responsible, Creative & Experienced Grad Student

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: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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Alexandra P.


Old Saybrook, CT

$17-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

Hi I'm looking for a part-time or full time summer job where I can continue working with children year round. I'm currently a registered behavior technician at a local school district and pursuing my masters degree in special education at UHart. I have experience working with kids of all ages and truly love the work I do! I look...
Alexandra can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

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Abigail S.


East Lyme, CT

$22-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Abigail. In previous years I have worked for multiple childcare programs and daycares. I have nannied and babysat for families consistently through high school and college. I am currently working full time as a nanny for two girls ages 3 and 6. Unfortunately, next year both girls will be in school so I am...
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Leah S.


Old Saybrook, CT

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Seeking To Fill More Of My Free Time Nannying With Helping Another Loving Family.

My name is Leah and I have 13+ years of experience caring for children of all ages (infant-14) in both day care and nanny positions. I nannied for a family for 8 years, caring for 3 wonderful children. My responsibilities have included; ensuring a safe environment, administering lesson plans, preparing healthy meals, indoor and...
Leah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sarah H.


Old Saybrook, CT

$25-28/hr • 5 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

Hi there! I'm a full time grad student in the midst of my Master's/Certification program to be a School Psychologist. I worked as a nanny throughout my undergrad and post grad years, but took some time off recently while I settled into this year of my graduate program. I am hoping to find a position that pairs well with my...

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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Essex, CT

Alexandra S.

5.0

Alex is very responsible, reliable, and she is great with my kids. They love her!

- Marlie S.

Kathryn N.

5.0

Kathryn is working with my young adult autistic daughter providing in home and out in the community support. This can be challanging, but Kathryn is patient and responsive to my daughter's needs. She works with me on activity and learning plans and implements them so that my daughter has fun and is...

- John O.

Lila C.

5.0

Lila was our full time caregiver over the summer of 2021. Our daughter loved spending time with her. She worked in our home and was helpful with some light chores during naps as well. At the time our daughter was only around 6 months old, so she is definitely capable of handling a young infant. She...

- Michael L.

Abi R.

5.0

Abby babysit our three kids and was both fabulous and flexible given it was a last-minute reservation after our orignal sitter cancelled. The kids gave her a great review as well! I'd highly recommend her.

- Care member

Kimberly B.

5.0

We have had the pleasure of having Kimberly as part of our family for the past 15 months. She has cared for my two young sons, my youngest was 12 weeks old and my older one just turned 2 when we hired her. She has a wonderful personality - very warm, funny, and kind with our boys and they absolutely...

- Deepa G.

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