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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Katherine, and I've been nannying on and off for 5 years now with kids of all ages, from infant to pre teen. My favorite age is infant to toddler, because I love to watch them grow into their own person. I have my CNA license and am CPR/AED certified in both infant and adult. I am engaging, energetic, and love to...
Katherine can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
Hi I'm Molly! I currently teach Physical Education during the school year and have summers off. I have a lot of experience caring for children. I was previously a nanny in West Hartford, watching over children after school and driving them to activities. I love sports and activities! I have been teaching youth tennis for 10...
Molly can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Mia Q.
Portland, CT
$22/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! My Name Is Mia Q! I Am A Sophomore In College Who Is Excited To Provide Childcare Services
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, loving, and responsible.
I like working with kids because I have been raised as the oldest daughter of 7 children and being around kids is who I am.
I'm looking for a job where I can connect with children and their parents while creating a strong bond with them. I want to give the...
Mia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Sarah, I'm a mother of two boy's 5yrs old & 3yrs old. I'm looking to nanny for a family where I can bring my 3yr old along as I do now for my temp family job. I've found this works great for all children your's and mine, as they learn how to interact and develop better social/behavioral skills! I have been working in the...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We met Sarah through CARE.com and she is an excellent child care provider. She watched our youngest in her home for several months in 2021. He was almost 6 months old when she started caring for him and he thrived in her home. She is kind, patient, friendly and...
Anya S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have raised two wonderful successful daughters and had the privilege of helping with my grandchildren which are full-time in school now.
In the past 30 yrs, I worked along with my husband as the director of the children's department for our local church. Managing teachers' schedules and providing fun activities for children...
Cynthia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cynthia was wonderful with my three children. She is particularly gifted in regard to her ability to work with young children. She has a lot of energy and was able to take very good care of my two-year-old in particular. I highly recommend her."
Elizabeth G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
Let me briefly introduce myself,
My name is Melinda and I am 27 years old. I live in East Hampton, CT and currently finishing my Social Work Degree. While in school I have been very fortunate to work and create wonderful relationships with many wonderful families providing my services being either a Nanny or Babysitter....
Melinda can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Melinda is an amazing babysitter that wish I would have found earlier. She came to our family after having a bad experience and instantly bonded with both of my kids, quickly becoming their most favorite babysitter! She is attentive, creative, and fun. She often...
Andrea L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a professional Nanny for over 20 years and love what I do! I have cared for many families in my time. I have been with 6 families and have cared for 4 kids at a time. I have experience with newborns through high school age children. I generally stay with a family from birth till kindergarten.
Tracy can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Consider your family incredibly lucky if your children are entrusted into Tracy's care. She is not only punctual, she's early for her shifts; she's kind, patient, energetic, creative... all the traits anyone could possibly want in a nanny. We adore her & our family...
Eveann M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked as a nanny prior to having my own kids and now work in the Glastonbury Public Schools as a Special Ed Paraprofessional. I have just received my associates in Business Management as well.
I enjoy being outdoors and reading. I am willing to do light housekeeping/laundry and some food prep. I am only looking for PT...
Marsha can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Marsha was wonderful in every way. She was very attentive to our son's needs, and we also returned to a nice clean house, and fresh and folded laundry. "
Care member
Kirstin T.
East Hampton, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
A Caregiver Who Thinks Working With Children Is The Most Rewarding Thing She's Ever Done.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am Kira, I have my CDA for Preschool age children, am a certified head teacher and am a lifeguard as well. I have experience with children ages newborn to 16 years of age. I've babysat overnights, and managed to feed and take care of 14, 14 to 16-year-old girls in Cape Cod with one co-counselor for over five summers at...
Kirstin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Kira is AMAZING! She is by far my kids favorite sitter. When she is here I don't have to worry about anything. She plays with them the whole time and even brings activities. The last time she sat for them she made pop-overs that my daughter had a recipe for in...
Ashley M.
4.6
(5)
Hey there! My name is Emily I have considerable experience as a babysitter and as a nanny. I am First Aid/ CPR/ AED/ and Lifeguard certified and I have cared for children ranging from the ages of 3 months to 13 years! I have nannied in 3 different countries outside of the US, but plan to stay local for the time being. I always...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emily is so sweet and kind to my son, B. We will certainly be asking her for help again!"
Kristen K.
4.3
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi families! I am a compassionate nanny who has cared for children ages newborn-12 years old for about 20 years. I have the ability to manage multiple children at a time, as well as caring for my own children. I love multitasking, and I get more done when I have a lot of things going on at the same time. I love caring for kids...
Ashleigh can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ashleigh watched my two young children and they warmed up to her very quickly. She is very caring and made sure my two year old had fun, even while watching my 7 month old and her baby. She was open to planning her day, exactly as I wished her to and asked if I...
Jen M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm CPR/First Aid certified. I have over 10 years of experience working in the childcare field. I'm also a Sign Language Interpreter and proficient in Spanish. I have experience working with infants, toddlers, and children with special needs. I have a drivers license.
Date: 2024
To whom it may concern,
I would like to...
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nicole is one of the best babysitters my son has had. She keeps him engaged and is so patient with him. I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of a babysitter/ nanny!"
Brooke L.
Kristin P.
Rocky Hill, CT
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started babysitting when I was 12 years old, since then I have received my Associates in Arts degree with a focus in Psychology in May 2018, coached preschool and kinder gymnastics, volunteered in two 1st grade classes, and have been the full time nanny for a few families. I worked a full time position as the nanny for a 2 yr...
Kristin can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kristin is the absolute BEST! Our 4-year-old son has autism and is basically attached to my hip 24/7, but when Kristin comes to babysit, my son is more than happy to leave my side and hang out with her. She also watched two neuro diverse 4-year-olds (my son and his...
Brittany H.
Lindsey C.
Wethersfield, CT
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Looking for a confident, and experienced child care provider? I have been a teacher at BrightPath Child Care Center for 2 years now, and I LOVE working with newborns/infants, but I have experience working with all ages. I also have many years of experience babysitting and nannying in the past! Meeting your family's needs, and...
Lindsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"The sweetest, most responsible and dependable girl. I used her services as a mother's helper and babysitter for my two girls, ages 2/3 and under 1 year."
Kate K.
4.8
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Friendly and courteous nanny with a history in childcare. Expert in providing daily logs and managing parental expectations. Flexible and punctual with the flexibility to provide quality childcare to busy parents.
* First Aid training
* CPR Certified
* Allergy aware
* Have some medical skills
* Daily activity logs...
Charlene can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Charlene loves children so the time she spent with our kids was perfect. She was friendly and punctual and we were on friendly terms very quickly. The atmosphere was great and the children were very comfortable."
Stephanie G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently a fourth-year teacher and have experience in various schools as an elementary, special education, and science teacher. Aside from teaching in public schools, I have many years of experience working with kids as a nanny and babysitter, a daycare teacher, a dance teacher, and a camp counselor.
I am available...
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alexis is wonderful with our 4 year old daughter!
She is kind, patient and creative! She is always doing crafts with our daughter, and enjoys playing with her. She plans backyard picnics, games, and bakes!
Alexis communicates well and we feel our daughter is...
Erica M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
Fun, educated, proactive, Professional Nanny here!
Experienced with all ages and children with disabilities. (Specifically Autism/Neurodivergent children.)
Looking to add a little fun and structure to your children/child's daily routines!
Homework, play time, walks, meals, arts and crafts, I do it all!
I have been doing...
Timesha can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"She has been an amazing addition to our family. She's so helpful with our two girls and extremely dependable. She's hands on, and extremely punctual. She watches both my daughters while I work. She takes them to the park, reads with them, and has learning time."
Dannielle G.
Karen F.
Rocky Hill, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Working With All Ages. I Have 8 Years Experience. Love Working With Children.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Not available at this time. Thank you! Hi, A little about myself. I have two teenagers. While staying home to raise my children. I opened a daycare out of my house for 10 years . Right now, I've been a nanny for almost 4 years, and love it. She will be going to school in the fall. I love helping children make their milestones,...
Karen can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Karen is extremely attentive with the kids and she is very trustworthy. "
Elizabeth C.
5.0
(13)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
CERTIFIED TEACHER!!!
About me: I am a 26-year-old special education teacher along with having a degree in elementary education. I'm looking for some extra hours on the weekends. I am very flexible and have a lot of experience with children of all ages.
From Fall 2020-July 2022 I worked as a live in nanny (Boston area) before...
Abigail can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Abby is amazing! She has cared for our two boys the past two years during the summer and they love her. She’s incredibly reliable and so interactive with them. I would highly recommend her!"
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Experienced caregiver with many references! I would love to chat with you to see if our schedules align!
Mckenzie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"McKenzie is absolutely amazing with our children. She has built a great relationship with my 19 month old daughter and has cared for her since she was just 3 months old. Mckenzie treats her like her own family. She is loving, dependable and flexible! Our daughter...
Jamie C.
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Recent newborn nanny reviews from local parents in Portland, CT
Sarah B.
5.0
Sarah is a wonderful nanny. She's friendly and energetic and a natural with kids. My daughter loved her and we were very happy with the care she provided. Sarah is organized and always left things tidy for us which was a great help. I highly recommend Sarah!
- Care member
Cynthia T.
5.0
Cynthia was wonderful with my three children. She is particularly gifted in regard to her ability to work with young children. She has a lot of energy and was able to take very good care of my two-year-old in particular. I highly recommend her.
- Elizabeth G.
Melinda R.
5.0
Melinda is an amazing babysitter that wish I would have found earlier. She came to our family after having a bad experience and instantly bonded with both of my kids, quickly becoming their most favorite babysitter! She is attentive, creative, and fun. She often does crafts with them and always...
- Andrea L.
Tracy L.
5.0
Consider your family incredibly lucky if your children are entrusted into Tracy's care. She is not only punctual, she's early for her shifts; she's kind, patient, energetic, creative... all the traits anyone could possibly want in a nanny. We adore her & our family is better having had her in our...
- Eveann M.
Marsha B.
5.0
Marsha was wonderful in every way. She was very attentive to our son's needs, and we also returned to a nice clean house, and fresh and folded laundry.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a newborn nanny near me in Portland, CT
How much does a newborn nanny cost to hire near me in Portland, CT?
So, how much is a nanny for a newborn going to cost you? Hiring a newborn nanny in Portland, CT on Care.com will cost an average of $20.67 per hour as of May, 2025. All newborn nannies charge varying rates and these rates can depend on how much experience they have and where you live.
How many night nannies for newborns are available to hire near me in Portland, CT?
There are 3 newborn nanny profiles you can review for nannies in Portland, CT on Care.com. You can also read 0 for newborn nannies near you.
How do I find a newborn nanny service near me in Portland, CT?
It’s easy to find a nanny for your newborn with Care.com. You can hire a nanny for newborn babies near you in Portland, CT. Not sure how to interview a nanny for a newborn? Prepare a list of questions in advance so you make sure you learn everything you need about each candidate to make your decision. You may also want to run an independent background check for extra peace of mind.