Find Babysitters in New Canaan, CT
At Care.com, your trust and safety are our priority. Compare background-checked babysitters in New Canaan, CT and hire the best fit for your family.
Find babysitters in New Canaan, CT that you’ll love
60 babysitters are listed in New Canaan, CT
The average rate is $22/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in New Canaan, CT
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am 22 years old and have been working professionally with children for almost 6 years. I have worked with children ages 2 months to 12 years. I got my babysitting certificate at 11 and have continued to work on my skills as a child care giver. I've worked at Chelsea Piers in Stamford, as a private nanny, at Toddler Time in...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ellie is great with our 10 month old! It is obvious she has worked with babies before. We think she is great and T loves her. We feel very comfortable with Ellie and plan to hire her again. She is also fantastic with our 11 year old Labrador, Zoey."
Karen N.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm a caring, patient and creative person, who does everything with lots of love and full attention.
I have over 5 years of experience in child care, 2 years with a great family in New Canaan - Connecticut , and I've been taking care of children from ages of 8 months old to 13 years old. I'm currently working mornings...
Julia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Júlia is a very loving and compassionate person. She impressed me with how well she speaks, comprehends and writes English.
She loves learning new ethnic dishes to make for the children and also learning the language spoken in the home and it’s traditions.
She...
Care member
5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Rejoice! I have more than 7years of experience doing private-duty and agency work. I am a HHA and now a CNA, I am also certified CPR. to be able to fully work with the elderly.. Working as a beauty consultant at a company for a year, I came into contact with a lot of older clients and I realized that my...
Rejoice can also help with: Dementia, companionship, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Rejoice has been wonderful always willing to help. I would recommend her anytime."
Marijka J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a longtime educational professional, I'm passionate about teaching. For over 28 years, I have taught students of all ages and abilities. I pride myself on my ability to genuinely connect with a student, which helps them grow their confidence and learn better. Though primarily an Elementary teacher, I have taught students as...
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I was a nanny for 7 years with the same family full time and a babysitter for many families over that time. Many of these families encouraged me to go back to school to become a teacher after which I worked full time at the same school for 20 years as an assistant teacher in Kindergarten and
Pre-K also as director of the...
Gail can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Gail is incredible! She's a regular babysitter for our ~2 and 4 year old kids, and we are so thrilled to have found her. She's an absolute pleasure to be around and the kids adore her. They've never asked for a babysitter in their lives except for Gail! From the...
Kristin S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a professional, mature, fun mom of 3 Kids. I have a Masters degree in counseling & have been a therapist for special needs & regular ed kids, I currently am a part time house manager as well as help with a special needs 5-year-old. I have been a substitute teacher, worked as a case manager with medical patients volunteered...
Carol can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Carol has been such a huge help with our daughter.
She has patience beyond belief, is sweet and very reliable.
I never had to worry if Carol would show up as scheduled.
My daughter thinks she is great, and that's what is so important.
I would highly recommend...
Marylou R.
5.0
(1)
I have been a counselor with special needs children and their families for 20 years. It takes a special person to work with special children and I am that person :)
Sydney D.
New Canaan, CT
$20-36/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Weekday Daytime Needs
Hi there! My name is Sydney and I am finishing my final semester at the University of Vermont. I study Sociology and Economics and have a passion for arts and crafts, spending time outdoors, and have recently taken up baking. Care taking in many forms has always been a part of my life. I began as a mother's helper at the age of...
Sydney can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Fiona V.
New Canaan, CT
$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available Weekdays/nights And Weekends/nights. Text For Availability.
Hi there! I love babysitting and working with kids. I have worked at a summer camp in East Hampton, NY for six years, specifically with the preschool, ages 3-5. Since having that job, I have babysat for many different families from ages 3mo-14yrs. I'm very cautious of allergies, health issues, and am CPR/babysitting certified...
Fiona can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Hello! My name is Eloise. I currently live in Montana where I am pursuing a Master's in Social Work. Right now, I am home at my parents' house in New Canaan until January while I undergo treatment for Lyme Disease. I grew up in New Canaan where I attended NCCS and later St. Luke's. I went to college in New York City at NYU and...
Alexandra E.
New Canaan, CT
$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Alex! I have years of experience babysitting and pet sitting! I have been around dogs my whole life and even have 2 cats of my own!
As for childcare, before I started my full time job in digital advertising, I have worked at several daycares and summer camps since 2017. I was even a nanny with a family from June...
Alexandra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Hi Families! now am a student at Parsons School of Design. I have about five years of child care experience with kids of all ages. I have been babysitting kids ranging from infants to early teens. I was a summer nanny for two summers along with being a camp counselor and of course babysitting for multiple families in my area....
Alexsandra can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Audrey A.
New Canaan, CT
$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm 23 and just graduated college living in Upper east side. I have a ton of experience babysitting kids of all ages.
Audrey can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Gabrielle L.
New Canaan, CT
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate & Experienced Childcare Provider With A Heart For Growth, Creativity, & Learning
Hello there! My name is Gabrielle and I am a dedicated childcare provider as well as a licensed social worker with over 14 years of nurturing childcare experience. From daycare settings to personal in-home care, I've had the privilege of caring for children aged 0-16, crafting a strong foundation for their growth and...
Gabrielle can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hello!
My name is Elma, I'm 28 years old and I'm from Italy.
I'm a very friendly girl, positive and have a strong work ethic. I was an AuPair for almost three years. I really enjoy taking care of kids, playing with them and guiding them in their young age, although this line of work can be challenging I find a lot of purpose...
Elma can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello, I am Marisín, I am 27 years old. I was Au Pair two years, with my previous host family and nanny/housekeeper for 6 months. I am willing to give you all my attention and support for your kids. I am responsible and willing to cooperate
I like working with kids because I love being around kids, also I think we can learn a...
Marisin can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
Rejoice B.
New Canaan, CT
$15-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have always been fond of taking care of children at an early age and given that I come from a big family with younger nieces and nephews. It's a delight of mine to watch after kids, direct and supervise them.
Rejoice can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Carol B.
New Canaan, CT
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Pet Care. Watching, Walking, Socializing, Feeding And Loving
I have had pets my entire life including cats, reptiles, fish and currently 5 toy poodles. And if my youngest has her way, we will get a goat :)
Carol can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Yana Z.
New Canaan, CT
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Well educated. I have over 18 years of experience with different age of children. I have one son. References available. Reliable and responsible person, well-organized. Easy going with kids, loving and caring person. Can keep them active and busy, do all kind of kids learning games, activities, plan play dates. Healthy eating...
Yana can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Yana is a wonderful loving competent nanny, especially great with babies. She is helpful around the house too and most importantly, always making your children a priority. She is never on her phone in front of the kids and she’s often taking them outside for fresh...
Care member
Elizabeth H.
New Canaan, CT
$19-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have had animals my whole life and currently have my own puppy and beta fish. I have
dog-sat and cat-sat for family friends as well as worked at the ROAR animal shelter in Ridgefield. I have experience with dogs and cats of all temperaments and hope to bring more animals into my life.
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Showing 1 - 20 of 60
Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in New Canaan, CT
Elizabeth H.
5.0
Ellie is great with our 10 month old! It is obvious she has worked with babies before. We think she is great and T loves her. We feel very comfortable with Ellie and plan to hire her again. She is also fantastic with our 11 year old Labrador, Zoey.
- Karen N.
Julia D.
5.0
Júlia is a very loving and compassionate person. She impressed me with how well she speaks, comprehends and writes English.
She loves learning new ethnic dishes to make for the children and also learning the language spoken in the home and it’s traditions.
She relates well with the children. She...
- Care member
Rejoice B.
5.0
Rejoice has been wonderful always willing to help. I would recommend her anytime.
- Marijka J.
Gail A.
5.0
Gail was our full time nanny for over 5 years. She was so amazing with them and we trust her 100%. Gail is an incredibly kind women, puts others first and is so loving and nurturing to children. People in town thought she was family to my children as they could see the love and care she showed them....
- Care member
Carol B.
5.0
Carol has been such a huge help with our daughter.
She has patience beyond belief, is sweet and very reliable.
I never had to worry if Carol would show up as scheduled.
My daughter thinks she is great, and that's what is so important.
I would highly recommend Carol for Childcare, especially with...
- Marylou R.
Additional Babysitter Services
Babysitter Articles
27 restaurants where kids eat free (or super cheap)
August 25th, 2023 After a long workday or busy weekend, sometimes the prospect of cooking for the whole family (and especially cleaning up) just sounds exhausting. But going ... Read more
After-school restraint collapse: Why kids fall apart at home and what to do about it
August 25th, 2023 Almost every parent or caregiver has been there: We meet kids at the school for pickup or greet them at the bus in the afternoon and within minutes, they’re... Read more
23 summer movies for kids of all ages
June 8th, 2023 Sure, the beach, pool and backyard barbecues are staples once school lets out, but let’s be honest: Fun summer movies for families are hard to beat — and th... Read more
How to talk to kids about mental health at every age
May 5th, 2022 Conversations surrounding mental health have always been critical, but the need for openness about and support for mental health issues is greater than ever... Read more
13 Memorial Day activities for kids
May 15th, 2023 The Memorial Day holiday often heralds the arrival of summer, but this year, take some time to teach kids about what this holiday actually celebrates: Remem... Read more
FAQs for finding a babysitter in New Canaan, CT:
How can I find a New Canaan babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in New Canaan, 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 46 babysitters in New Canaan, 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 New Canaan, CT?
The average rate for New Canaan, CT babysitters on Care.com is $22.43 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 New Canaan, CT?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in New Canaan, 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.
Ratings for New Canaan, CT babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in New Canaan, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.