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60 nannies are listed in Portland, CT
The average rate is $21/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby nannies is 6 years
Nannies in Portland, CT
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Emily and I am a certified teacher. I graduated from the University of Miami in 2018 and then spent two years as the music teacher at an American school in Casablanca, Morocco, but have been in the United States since summer of 2020. I nannied for a family of 3 kids under 6 from summer of 2020 to the fall of 2021....
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Emily was wonderful! I have 5 young children and she did a great job making sure the kids had fun and stayed busy. She also kept Up the house And was respectful and professional. Highly recommend.
Felicia H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am Morgan from Portland, CT. I am 26 years old and have been a RN for 4. 5 years now! I have babysat for all ages throughout the years. I am looking for a part time position on my days off from the hospital. I look forward to helping families and creating relationships!
Morgan can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Morgan can make a fantastic connection with children - especially infants. It is clear that her desire to work with kids (including in her nursing pursuit) is a calling.
Olivia W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a recent college graduate from UConn pursuing a career in Elementary Education. I have worked in Portland, Glastonbury, and Manchester schools.
I am seeking a fun summer job. In the past I worked as camp counselor/director. I worked there for 6+ years and acted as a director it for 3+ years. I enjoy the outdoors, going for...
Ruth can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Ruth was the best with the kids! She's an aspiring teacher and you can tell she will be great. She is patient and kind with the kids and knows how to work with all ages. I'd absolutely have Ruth work with me again anytime I need help!
Genevieve M.
Allyson N.
Portland, CT
$18-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Allyson! I am looking for a part time weekend nanny position. I have almost 7 years of experience working in daycares and nannying for a couple of families! I also have 2 sons that are almost 2 and 4. My oldest is also autistic so I have experience working with kids like him! I absolutely love working with children...
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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
Gina M.
Portland, CT
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Gina, currently looking for summer 2021 work. I am a graduate of Central Connecticut State University with a degree in Elementary Education. I am currently enrolled at Eastern Connecticut State University studying my Master's in Early Childhood Education, so babysitting, nannying, and being around children, in...
Gina can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jess. I am a caring, responsible, mature nanny/babysitter seeking a part-time child care position. 20 plus yrs experience in private homes and daycare centers. Excellent references.
I also work in the healthcare as a CNA with an extensive medical background so your loved one, I can assure you is safe in my...
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
Hello! My name is Lia and I am currently a student at Central Connecticut State University getting my bachelors in music education. This is my last semester at school and I will be student teaching every weekday from 8am-3 p.m. so I am looking for evening times during the week. I am also fully available on weekends. As an...
Lia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Madison M.
Middletown, CT
$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there!
I'm currently a full time Nanny. I love what I do and looking to help another family with date nights/etc.
I have years of experience being a sitter/nanny.
I'm a non smoker and have my own transportation. Animal friendly and super creative. I would be available most week nights and weekends.
Looking forward to...
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Recent review:
5.0
Madison was great with my twins and son! She was patient and kind and played with them (many people don't!) She was punctual and trustworthy. I would recommend Madison to anyone who was looking for a nanny or regular babysitter
Mary C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I'm an artistic, enthusiastic caregiver returning to nannying after spending several years tutoring special needs students. I encourage children of all ages and abilities to explore themselves and the world around them through art, story, and movement. As a Montessori-trained preschool teacher, I view every moment of play...
Fiona can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Recent review:
5.0
Fiona was great handling care for us in some pretty demanding situations. We are big fans.
Eric O.
Kayla S.
Middletown, CT
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Kayla. I am 24 years old and I love caring for kids. I have worked at a daycare for 2+ years as a head infants teacher. I have also nannied for 8 years working with children of all ages. I also offer the option to nanny from my home. It helps a lot of parents that work from home not be disturbed. I send hourly...
Kayla can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Kayla is a great nanny! She was our nanny during Covid and I don't know what we would have done with out her. She took care of my daughter who was 4 months old and my son who was 4 years old. She took them on walks, did art with them, meal prepped, and everything...
Tyler P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am 25 years old. I am looking for babysitting, nannying, or pet sitting jobs.
I graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Social Work Degree from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. As a member of the Honors College, I was one of only 58 students nationwide to be awarded the highly prestigious Scholarship in 2022. My...
Kelsey can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Kelsey was a caring and knowledgeable nanny for my 6-year-old daughter. My daughter has ADD and autism. She isn't as easy to supervise as the average child. Kelsey is well-informed on child development and was able to adapt into my daughter's routines and habits....
Adam J.
Arlene D.
Glastonbury, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Glastonbury, CT, Nanny/Babysitter Available Full-Time
4.8
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have primarily been in the education field, teaching all ages of children, for over 30+ years. However, I have taken care of children since I was 14 (babysitting). I have also taken care of family members' children, tutored, etc. I also am a mother of two grown boys. I feel that I have excellent criteria in order to be a...
Arlene can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Recent review:
5.0
Arlene first started taking care of our daughter when she was 3 months old. As an eight week premature baby, this was the first for Arlene. A challenge she accepted willingly and a tasking that proved successful. During her time as a caregiver for our daughter, we...
Kelly S.
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Charlene helped us out in a pinch when our planned childcare had an emergency issue to tend to. Charlene was extremely responsive and dependable - even traveling a meaningful distance to our house through the snow. We found her to be trustworthy, courteous, and...
Justin M.
5.0
(1)
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Marsha has been a wonderful babysitter for our little one! She has cared for him on several occasions from when he was 10 months old until a toddler. As first-time parents, we were especially nervous about who to trust with our treasure, but as soon as I met Marsha...
Lisa P.
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Recent review:
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.
Caroline C.
Middletown, CT
$36/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
My family and friends call me Carrie and I love caring for all family members (4-legged too.) I have 10+ years experience as a caregiver from newborn to 92! Being in management and consulting before becoming a full-time caregiver I have held positions in a multiple industries: banking, healthcare, non-profit legal aid and...
Caroline can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Carrie is a dear friend who has looked after my children multiple times over the years. She's a reliable and trustworthy professional with an enthusiastic attitude. Carrie is also great with balancing fun, learning, and structure with children.
Rebekah W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Audrey and I am happy to see you are checking out my bio. I am a caring, professional and attentive caregiver for all ages. I have worked as a Nanny long term and Babysitter for short term since I was the age of 14 and I am now 30. I also have worked with age groups Birth to Elderly, helped families with moving and...
Audrey can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Audrey was great! Very engaged with the kids and accommodating. My boys are usually shy around new people but they took to her straight away.
Care member
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.
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Recent review:
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.
Lauren M.
Higganum, CT
$44/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Lauren! I would like to briefly introduce myself. I am 25 years old, and I am from Haddam CT. I am currently finishing up my degree in Early Childhood education at Southern Connecticut State University. After graduating I plan to use my degree to become a kindergarten teacher. I have worked at multiple daycares...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Lauren has many years of experience working with children of all ages and has a true passion for education. With her background in teaching, she would be the perfect caregiver for any family. If I had to describe Lauren in three words I'd say she is loyal,...
Devyn S.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Portland, CT
Emily G.
5.0
Emily was wonderful! I have 5 young children and she did a great job making sure the kids had fun and stayed busy. She also kept Up the house And was respectful and professional. Highly recommend.
- Felicia H.
Morgan N.
5.0
Morgan can make a fantastic connection with children - especially infants. It is clear that her desire to work with kids (including in her nursing pursuit) is a calling.
- Olivia W.
Ruth K.
5.0
Ruth was the best with the kids! She's an aspiring teacher and you can tell she will be great. She is patient and kind with the kids and knows how to work with all ages. I'd absolutely have Ruth work with me again anytime I need help!
- Genevieve M.
Madison M.
5.0
Madison was great with my twins and son! She was patient and kind and played with them (many people don't!) She was punctual and trustworthy. I would recommend Madison to anyone who was looking for a nanny or regular babysitter
- Mary C.
Fiona B.
5.0
Fiona was great handling care for us in some pretty demanding situations. We are big fans.
- Eric O.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Portland, CT
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2024 near me in Portland, CT?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Portland, CT is as of is $21.62 per hour as of April, 2024. This rate will fluctuate depending on your location, the nanny's level of experience, and the number of children to be cared for. Other factors that may also influence the rate include specialized care, overnight care, or requesting your nanny to take additional responsibilities at home such as light housekeeping or meal prepping.
How can I find a nanny near me in Portland, CT?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 8 in Portland, CT. You can search for nannies by their location and can compare your options by hourly pay rate, experience, and what ages of kids each nanny is looking to care for. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have worked with the nannies you're interested in interviewing.
What type of nanny services can I find near me in Portland, CT?
You can find different nanny services in Portland through Care.com, such as nannies that specialized in infant and newborn care, nannies that help with night-time routines or watch kids overnight, bilingual nannies that speak different languages, live-in nannies, and more. You can search for full-time or part-time nannies in Portland, CT with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for Portland, CT nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Nannies in Portland, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed nannies.