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60 babysitters are listed in Barkhamsted, CT
The average rate is $13/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Barkhamsted, CT
Brittany T.
Barkhamsted, CT
$15-18/hr • 8 yrs exp
Part-Time Or Full-Time Caregiver With Daycare Experience
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents! I am an enthusiastic and bubbly caregiver.
My previous work with children includes working at a daycare. I cared for children of all ages but worked most closely with infants and toddlers. Throughout the years, I worked as a babysitter/nanny to a handful of families. I also worked at an elementary school working...
Brittany can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
I've always had a love for animals but with my two, very skittish cats, and my dog who is now long gone, I have a a lack of animal love in my life! I would love to care for yours and fill the void that I have. I have cared for dogs, cats, rats, and other animals as a side "job" for MANY years now. I've worked with over a...
Brittany can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Jill K.
Barkhamsted, CT
$10-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Jill and I am a 2019 graduate of Northwestern High School in CT, now attending Boston College on a pre-med track. I love working with kids and am enthusiastic and ready to go the extra mile to create a positive and nurturing environment. I have been babysitting for about four years now, and have also been a camp...
Jill can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Sylvia L.
Barkhamsted, CT
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Sitter With A Passion For Making Children Smile
Hi everyone! My name is Sylvia and I am a 22-year-old law school student looking to nanny/ babysit. I am very experienced with a plethora of ages and types of children. I began working with kids from as early as I can recall. I have worked many years as a part/ full time nanny and babysitter, camp counselor, and substitute...
Sylvia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Morgan R.
Barkhamsted, CT
$17-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Morgan! I'm a junior at CCSU majoring in elementary education with a focus in English. I'm in the education program.
I have been babysitting for 8 years, and have 3 years of professional childcare experience from working in a daycare and at a before and after school program. I've also been a summer camp counselor for over...
Morgan can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Morgan R.
Barkhamsted, CT
$20-27/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Morgan! I'm a junior at Central Connecticut State University in the education program. My major is elementary ed with a focus in English.
I've been babysitting for 8 years, and have worked professionally with children both in daycare and before and after school programs for about 3 years.
In my spare time I love to...
Hi! My name is Jill and I am sophomore studying biology and English at Boston College. In high school, I tutored fellow students in math, science, social studies, Spanish, and English from remedial to AP level as part of my school's mentoring program. I was a part of my school's competition math team and graduated as...
Victoria H.
New Hartford, CT
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for about four years and have cared for children of all ages. I've watched up to four kids at a time and have always loved my job as a sitter. I also have worked at a kid's birthday place for three years and am very experienced in caring for and attending to children. I also have many younger kids in my...
Victoria can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We absolutely loved Tory watching our 2 year old son this summer! He always loved seeing her and we knew he was being well cared for and played with!"
Matthew F.
Katelyn S.
New Hartford, CT
$25-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am extremely LGBTQ+ friendly. I have loved caring for kids since I was a kid myself. It has been my dream to work with children for as long as I can remember. I have been a babysitter for family and friends for the last 10 plus years. I was a full-time nanny for nearly a year and a half until the Covid-19 pandemic hit. I was...
Katelyn can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Katelyn is incredible. She is kind, understanding, patient, empathetic, everything you'd want in a caregiver. She watched after our 3 kids (newborn, 4, and 6 at the time of hire), 2 of which are autistic, for about a year and a half full-time. Our family has a lot...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children for over 10+years. I am CPR/AED certified, a volunteer firefighter and going to school for my EMT license. I have cared for children from newborn-15 years of age. I have many references that I can share with you.
Nora can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nora was nothing short of amazing. She cared for my daughter (1.5 years) and my friend's son (2 years) while we were vacationing in the area. She is warm, compassionate, reliable, highly qualified, dependable and intelligent. If we lived closer, we would hire her...
Kristin R.
5.0
(2)
I am the mother of 3 kids - 26, 20 and almost 18 yrs old. I am employed as Dental Assistant in Avon. Besides bringing up my kids - I work with the kids at my dental office. Used to supervise kids in WH gym, while moms exercised. I also babysit my co-workers' children. I used to be a nurse in Ukraine. Willing to help with some...
Svetlana can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Svetlana has been looking after my two children some afternoons with kindness, playfulness, and energy. We look forward to having her as part of our child care team for a long time to come! "
Alison R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I can provide a warm loving home while you're away from pet, I can walk, feed and love your animals. I can bathe your pets as well.
Bella can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Sarah D.
North Granby, CT
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Compassionate And Fun-Loving Caregiver Who Loves Working With Children!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sarah. I am a Nanny/babysitter who truly loves working with children! I have had over 10 years of experience in childcare, successfully working with children of all ages, from infants to toddlers, to school age children as well. To name a few of my greatest qualities, I am reliable and fun-loving, intelligent...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I had a chance to interview Sarah on the phone for a nanny position (didn't get the opportunity to hire her ultimately), but it was a pleasure speaking with her. In all her written messages and on the phone, Sarah was professional and had a kind, calm demeanor. She...
Alicia F.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, (I am vaccinated) I have experience caring for children of all ages. I previously wanted to become a Kindergarten teacher, but due to life decisions and covid I've decided to pursue other options. while caring children I have also started a pet care business where I care for any animal whether its horses or dogs, walks or...
Bella can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"Bella is incredible! Her love for kids shows as she listens, respects, and truly connects with them in such a positive way. She's fun and creative with them and has the patience of a saint with my toddler and infant. Bella helped us with my toddler's development...
Crystal S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old and am looking for a part time job while I am in school. I have driven kids to their after school activities and been in charge of preparing them for their activities.
Sorelle can also help with: Carpooling
5.0
"Sorelle was above and beyond excellent for our family. She was wonderful with our kids. Always on time, attentive, kind and eager to do a great job. She had fantastic communication skills. We could not have asked for more."
Jesse D.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Kaylee! I'm so excited to spend time with your children while you work, relax on vacation, have a date night or just need a day out of the house.
I have over 17 years of experience babysitting children ages 0-12 years old. I love spending time outside, exploring, crafting, reading and playing games together. Sitting...
Kaylee can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
5.0
"Kaylee is so great with our two girls (ages 2 and 4). They adore her. Kaylee is also very professional and cleans up after the kids which is super helpful. "
Heather Q.
Madeleine P.
Simsbury, CT
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Maddie and I just finished my junior year at Northeastern University as a biology major on the premed track. I have spent the past 5 years as a gymnastics coach, babysitter and have worked as a preschool substitute teacher. I am also a certified EMT. I love children and enjoy playing fun and educational games with...
Skills:
CPR
Kaylee T.
Winsted, CT
$16-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hey there, I'm Kaylee! I'm 20 years old and my passion is making sure children have a safe and fun area for them to grow up in! I've been in childcare since I was 16, and have never stopped loving it since! My favorite age group are toddlers, but I have experience with all ages! I can do it all, from changing diapers and giving...
Kaylee can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Highly recommend! So trustworthy, dependable, caring, knowledgeable and always taking initiative to go above and beyond for the kiddos! "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
- I love getting outdoor time whenever possible
- I enjoy doing arts and crafts
- My caregiving approach focuses on understanding and respecting children's emotions while setting and maintaining appropriate boundaries with them
- I have a 2-year-old daughter that would need to come with me most days. She is very sweet and loves...
Joy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Joy is phenomenal! Joy babysat my two children, age 5 and 3. She was so helpful, caring and attentive. My kids loved playing with her! Joy is a natural caretaker, and is communicative and professional."
Katie C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I have worked for years as a part-time nanny for four families living in the Farmington Valley, as well as being employed in various childcare/nursery school facilities.
It has been a joy to work with children of all ages, watching them grow up, both physically and emotionally, and to be a part of their interacting...
Nancy can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Nancy is an excellent caregiver! My kids love her and my family is very lucky to have found her. I would absolutely recommend Nancy."
Christina L.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Barkhamsted, CT
Victoria H.
5.0
We absolutely loved Tory watching our 2 year old son this summer! He always loved seeing her and we knew he was being well cared for and played with!
- Matthew F.
Katelyn S.
5.0
Katelyn is incredible. She is kind, understanding, patient, empathetic, everything you'd want in a caregiver. She watched after our 3 kids (newborn, 4, and 6 at the time of hire), 2 of which are autistic, for about a year and a half full-time. Our family has a lot of unique challenges that make...
- Care member
Nora E.
5.0
Nora was nothing short of amazing. She cared for my daughter (1.5 years) and my friend's son (2 years) while we were vacationing in the area. She is warm, compassionate, reliable, highly qualified, dependable and intelligent. If we lived closer, we would hire her again in a heartbeat. My friend's...
- Kristin R.
Svetlana S.
5.0
Svetlana has been looking after my two children some afternoons with kindness, playfulness, and energy. We look forward to having her as part of our child care team for a long time to come!
- Alison R.
Sarah D.
5.0
I had a chance to interview Sarah on the phone for a nanny position (didn't get the opportunity to hire her ultimately), but it was a pleasure speaking with her. In all her written messages and on the phone, Sarah was professional and had a kind, calm demeanor. She definitely made a positive...
- Alicia F.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Barkhamsted, CT:
How can I find a Barkhamsted babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Barkhamsted, CT can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 7 babysitters in Barkhamsted, CT on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Barkhamsted, CT?
The average rate for Barkhamsted, CT babysitters on Care.com is $13.86 per hour as of May 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Barkhamsted, CT?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Barkhamsted, CT through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.