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Gina M.


Portland, CT

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Elementary Tutor

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I have been a substitute teacher for 1. 5 years between grades prek-3. I have had 4 years of experience in undergrad with grades 1-3, and taught CCD to grades 1-4. Elementary Tutor
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Melinda R.


Berlin, CT

$17-20/hr7 yrs exp

Spirited, Fun, Reliable, Outgoing Care Taker!

5.0

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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: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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.

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Kirstin T.


East Hampton, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

A Caregiver Who Thinks Working With Children Is The Most Rewarding Thing She's Ever Done.

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: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Kirstin has worked with our childcare program since 2001. She started as a Teacher, and has since moved up to the Assistant Director job. She co-teaches our Preschool class with me and shows great compassion, patience and skill. She is dependable, thoughtful and a...

Kirstin T.

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Tracy L.


Marlborough, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced & Dependable

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: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

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.

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Arlene D.


Glastonbury, CT

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

I have been a teacher for over 25 years. I love helping children succeed, by helping them to believe in themselves. If they believe, they can succeed!
5.0
"Arlene was absolutely amazing with our two children. She not only watches them to keep them safe she engages with them and teaches them new things. Every day she spent with them it seemed they learned something new. She helped us this past summer with our kids and...

Jessica R.

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Martina M.


Glastonbury, CT

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

One thing you should know about me is that I followed whatever the family wants me to do. I am always on time and respectful to whomever I am working with. I am a reliable person and take pride in my work at all times. My skills include reading to you child/ children. teach the child or children educational skills, feed and...
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Catherine M.


Berlin, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable, Fun Babysitter!

Hi, my name is Cathy and I would love to be your child's/ children's new babysitter! I'd love to take care of your child, making sure they are safe and feel relaxed and comfortable with me. I love to read, play, do crafts, outside play, anything that will make them happy! I have 30 yrs experience taking care of over 40 children...
Catherine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

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Tricia D.


Middletown, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Former Kindergarten Teacher Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am very enthusiastic, patient, silly, and I get along very well with children. I am very responsible, organized and arrive in a timely fashion. I think that babysitting should include a lot of fun for the children while still abiding to their regular routine and house rules. I've been working with children since I was 16. I...
Tricia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Lisa S.


Newington, CT

$23-45/hr10 yrs exp

I have 24 years of experience as an elementary school teacher. I have taught both primary and intermediate grades. I taught kindergarten virtually for an entire year and I have also tutored pre-k and kindergarten students online.
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Vanesa S.


Newington, CT

$17/hr1 yrs exp

Tutor Assistance

I am a senior in college this year, I have completed all of the core requirements and am actively working on research projects. I have tutored college statistics courses and have been part of a writing center on campus. In high school I completed multiple AP courses including AP US History, AP English, and AP Government.
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Emma N.


Cromwell, CT

$22-25/hr3 yrs exp

Responsible College Student Seeking Weekday Babysitting Job

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have helped out my mother's friend in caring for her young twins and have accompanied my mother, who is a school psychologist at an elementary school, to be a role model in social. I've also assisted my mother in the babysitting room, playing and caring for children. October 2016, I babysat two boys after school, occasionally...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
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Kelsey R.


Middletown, CT

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny Available

Hello! My name is Kelsey. I am 33 years old. I have 18 years experience in childcare which started when I worked at the after school program at Haddam Elementary School at the age of 15. I have worked as a preschool teacher, babysitter, nanny, and I have also taken numerous classes in Early Childhood Education at Middlesex...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Michele G.


Middletown, CT

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Para-educator For Handicap And Autistic Children

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, I provide babysitting services for children ranging in ages of infant to the age of 21. I worked as a teacher's aid for 10 years with students that were handicap and special needs, I taught life skills and helped students meet their individual goals. I was also a camp counselor for children ages 7-9 through a local...
Michele can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Karen J.


Middletown, CT

$25-41/hr3 yrs exp

Karen , 26 Years Old

Hi family! I'm Karen, I'm from colombia and I'm a kind, responsable and reliable person that love to spend time with children. When I was 18 years old I decided to start a small restaurant with my family and I ran it from 2016 to 2022. Then, I came to the United States as an au pair in 2021 with a company to live with a host...
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Aya A.


Middletown, CT

$17-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hi! I'm currently a student enrolled at Wesleyan University, and would love to work with you regarding your educational needs! I worked as a peer tutor at my local high school for three years, and would love to continue working as a tutor during my time in college. I have experience in a variety of fields, and especially excel...
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Patrice B.


Middletown, CT

$35-45/hr10 yrs exp

Tutoring Services Available

In the last 3 years, I have been employed as a para/tutor in the Middletown schools at the first, second, and fourth grade levels, so familiar with elementary curriculum and learning. I have a master's degree from Boston University and BS from Trinity College in Hartford. Taught at the college and high school levels, mentored...
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Samantha N.


Berlin, CT

$16-20/hr1 yrs exp

Hi! My Name Is Sam!

I am currently an elementary school substitute teacher looking to provide childcare during after school hours and on weekends! During the summer, I would love to provide all day childcare, or any other times you may need! In my spare time, I like to spend time with my family, read, and travel. One thing you should know...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
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Amber R.


Newington, CT

$22-40/hr6 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Amber and I'm a student at Montclair State University studying Psychology in hopes to become a school guidance counselor! My love of children comes from my experience working with them throughout the summers as a lifeguard at my home pool in Connecticut. I have served as a lifeguard for six years and supervisor at...
Amber can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Shannon B.


Marlborough, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Empty Nester Loves Working With Kids

I am a 51-year-old empty nester mom of 4 adult kids. After getting certified to teach, I decided to stay was home with my kids when they were small. Since going back to work, I have worked in a variety of educational settings from pre-k to grade 6. I enjoy cooking, reading and being active. I love sharing these interests with...
Shannon can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

Hi! My name is Rachael, and I'm a fourth-year medical student with extensive babysitting experience and a strong passion for working with children of all ages. I'm energetic, patient, and love engaging kids in activities like arts and crafts, reading, and outdoor play. I'm also happy to assist with homework, meal prep, or...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent reading tutor reviews in Portland, CT

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.

Kirstin T.

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 her library book. She even makes...

- Ashley M.

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.

Arlene D.

5.0

Arlene was absolutely amazing with our two children. She not only watches them to keep them safe she engages with them and teaches them new things. Every day she spent with them it seemed they learned something new. She helped us this past summer with our kids and we couldn’t be more pleased! We are...

- Jessica R.

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