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60 after school babysitters are listed in Colchester, CT
The average rate is $14/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 5 years
After school babysitters in Colchester, CT
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My 8 years of experience began when I was in high school, I volunteered at a daycare and babysat for multiple families. I graduated from ECSU with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and a Studio Art Minor. In school I excelled in classes about infant and childhood development and principles of learning. After graduation I worked...
Ashelyn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
5.0
"Ashelyn is an incredible caregiver and person! She cared for our one year old regularly and our 3 year old occasionally for more than 9 months. She was very thoughtful, doing research about age-appropriate activities and bringing materials she knew he would enjoy....
Caitlyn F.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
UPDATE (6/2024) I am currently available for a summer position and date nights. Feel free to reach out if you are in need of childcare services!
Hello! Experienced nanny/sitter here! My name is Janeleen, although the little ones call me Jane. I am currently an elementary teacher and have experience working with children from...
Janeleen can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have 3 children, 2, 4, and 6. Three young children can be a handful for some sitters, but Janeleen is wonderful with them and can handle the energy of little kids. When she arrives, she immediately starts helping with meals, playtime, or distracting the...
Colleen M.
5.0
(2)
Full-time graduate student for applied developmental psychology. I worked at a daycare and after school program for 4 years during high school and college working with newborns through 5th grade. Duties included meal preparation and assistance as needed as well as educational and recreational activity planning and...
Gretchen can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
5.0
"She's an amazing sweet person! Patient and very attentive with the girls! Definitely a person who is trustworthy!"
Nashira R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As the oldest of 3 children, I've had experience taking care of my younger siblings, especially my brother from the time he was born until now. He is 11 years old and I am trusted to take care of him and his friends. I am very friendly and love to play with kids! I can do meal prep and provide transportation between school,...
Caitrin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Caitrin has been wonderful with my two children ages 6 and 8. Each day she watches them, they look forward to their time with her. Caitrin spends time sitting with our daughter doing her homework, takes the time to sit with my son and play trucks. She is even...
Felicia B.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am currently a Senior at Eastern Connecticut State University. I have experience with children ages 2 months - 13 years. I have worked in elementary school settings as a classroom assistant and as an after-school program employee, therefore assisting with homework would be a breeze. I am reliable, organized and creative,...
Alyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alyssa is amazing with kids. She's a quick thinker, responsible, and so kind!"
Alexis P.
Danajah V.
Manchester, CT
$18-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've always loved playing with kids. I spend a lot of time with the younger kids in my family to help out with the adults. I have been helping my family with the younger kids for about 6 years, so I kind of have the hang of it now lol. I think it is very important for children to have positive role models who aren't adults to...
Danajah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Amazing nanny. It was a pleasure to work with you and our baby loved you!"
Kulpreetks S.
Alyssa J.
Uncasville, CT
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Alyssa and I have been in childcare for over a decade now. Currently I am a preschool teacher! I have been babysitting for/working with infants - adults with special needs since I was a teenager. I hold Bachelor's degrees in both Early Childhood Education and Sociology. I am currently working towards my...
Alyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alyssa is great with kids of all ages ! Alyssa has cared for my niece and nephew on several occasions since they were babies (they are now 5 and 8). Alyssa is able to communicate well with children and is great at incorporating education in different activities...
Amanda B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I m interested in working with children. It's something I have a passion for, inherited from my mother who has been in the field for over 20 +years. I've worked at a daycare learning the ins and out of handling children. Have worked with children in the the home setting as well giving a more 1 to 1 experience. Every child...
Laric can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Laric is such a loving and giving individual. She is nurturing and dependable as well. She loves to put a smile on people faces. She is trustworthy and reliable!"
Darcelle L.
Elaina M.
Willimantic, CT
$16-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have approximately 2 years of experience. I am currently attending ECSU and would like to help the community and earn some extra cash. I love kids and I love making others happy. I have my own car and am willing to help with travel and adventures. I can also help to clean up around the house and help kids with schoolwork. I am...
Elaina can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Janina M.
Middletown, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have loved working with children since I was a child myself! I have over 17 years of experience, including nannying as well as running an outdoor preschool in Los Angeles for three years. I'm an artist and an adventurer at heart. Safety and communication are extremely important to me. I love to create a world with little ones...
Janina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"I have know Janina for over 10 years. I hired her to help me take care of my twin boys who were born in 2008. She worked for us for 2 years. Many years later, after returning from living in CA, she moved in with our family and helps me with the children. I have a...
Laura S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a college student from New Hampshire going to school for education. I have babysat for a few families since their kids were born to now, 1-12 years old. I love watching children learn and play and facilitating that, part of the reason for my love of teaching. I am fun and outgoing , creative, reliable, honest, and caring. I...
Morgan can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Morgan to watch our our 18 mo and 6 yo. Our whole family was so sad to see her go when her classes were back in session. Morgan is energetic, kind, and engages very well with children. We have had a few sitters this past year and Morgan is, by far, one...
Nathan G.
Gianna P.
New London, CT
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I worked as a nanny for three separate infants. The first was a little girl, but she got accepted into day care at about 9 months of age. However, I found my time there to be very rewarding and I learned a lot. I worked from 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. , and I also did some light housework. I would dress the baby, feed her, play...
Gianna can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Gianna is an absolutely wonderful nanny and person. She has been nannying for our son for ~10 months, and we couldn't have asked for a better caregiver. She is reliable, loving, energetic, kind, flexible, thoughtful, the list goes on and on. We are beyond sad to...
Lindsay R.
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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. "
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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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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.
Zoe T.
East Hartford, CT
$21/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.8
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Zoë, I recently graduated college, and I am looking for a nanny position for about 6 months until I start nursing school! I am passionate about childcare and have been babysitting and nannying for almost 6 years. I also have experience with pets of all kinds and have no problem with pet friendly families. I love...
Zoe can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Zoe has been watching my 2 girls (ages 5 & 8) after school since the start of the school year. She has been reliable and responsible, plus our girls enjoy spending time with her. We would recommend her."
Meghan I.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Molly I am a current graduate student working towards my licensure in art therapy. I have experience working with children and teens as well as children with disabilities. I love to use artwork and creativity with children especially when I'm being introduced as a new person to them. I have my own...
Molly can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Finding the right person to trust your children with can be nerve wrecking. But she has been amazing! I’ve needed help with both of my children several times and she has been amazing! Eased nerves with keeping in constant contact and providing updates. Is a true...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for children of various ages, for many years.
I am a detail-oriented, compassionate individual, and I only provide the best quality care.
I love being active, and enjoy involving the children I care for in outdoor activities - I own multiple horses, which I find to a be a very popular attraction amongst the kids...
Amy can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm Linda B a skilled and knowledgeable child caregiver looking for either a full-or part-time babysitting/nanny position. I have over 18 years of professional experience working as License Foster Care Parent and providing excellent care, an absolutely safe environment, fun and entertainment and education to young children....
Linda can also help with: Travel
5.0
"We hired Linda to transport my child from school to after school daycare facility while I transitioned shifts at work. She was always punctual and my daughter was very comfortable with her. Would definitely hire her again should the needs arise."
Beth P.
Bernadette C.
Middletown, CT
$18-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I've worked as a babysitter/Nanny over the past 5 years and have gotten some great experience over that time. But the greater teacher for me has been my big family and being surrounded by my 13 nieces and nephews! They make me a very proud Auntie and an even better caregiver! My passion is to care for your children like I care...
Bernadette can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"It has been a pleasure welcoming Bernadette into our lives to take care of my toddler aged son. She is a punctual, self-starter who presents her best daily. We like how she calmly and tactfully interacts with my son. Her pleasant temperament and experience around...
Sara C.
Katie H.
Oakdale, CT
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there! I'm Katie. I've been babysitting for 16 years & worked in a daycare setting for 5 years with kids ages 6 weeks-12 years old.
I absolutely love caring for kids! Whether it's singing silly camp songs, doing an art project, having a dance party or playing outside games I always have something up my sleeve to keep your...
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Katie watches my kids ages 2 and 4. She has been a great match for our family. She is a creative caregiver not only in arts and crafts, but also pretend play. I come home to them laughing and playing. Whether Katie is pretending to blast off in rockets ships, go...
Kristen W.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Colchester, CT
Ashelyn D.
5.0
Ashelyn is a fantastic nanny. She takes care of my 8-month old once a week and my daughter loves her and has a great time. Ashelyn takes her on walks, to the park, the library, and gives her lots of opportunities to play and socialize. She always shows up early and never rushes off at the end of the...
- Kristin C.
Janeleen N.
5.0
I have 3 children, 2, 4, and 6. Three young children can be a handful for some sitters, but Janeleen is wonderful with them and can handle the energy of little kids. When she arrives, she immediately starts helping with meals, playtime, or distracting the youngest so we can scoot out. When we...
- Colleen M.
Gretchen M.
5.0
She's an amazing sweet person! Patient and very attentive with the girls! Definitely a person who is trustworthy!
- Nashira R.
Caitrin H.
5.0
Caitrin was a fantastic sitter for our toddler. She was thoughtful, on time, friendly, and made sure he has a fun day.
- Kylie A.
Alyssa M.
5.0
Alyssa is amazing with kids. She's a quick thinker, responsible, and so kind!
- Alexis P.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Colchester, CT
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Colchester, CT?
You can review 6 after school babysitter profiles near you in Colchester, CT to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Colchester, CT?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Colchester, CT is $14.17. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Colchester, CT?
If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Colchester, CT on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Colchester, CT to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Colchester, CT can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Colchester, CT?
We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Colchester, CT.