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After school babysitters in Essex, CT
Alexandra M.
Essex, CT
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experience Sitter & Mom Available Weekdays And Occasionally On Weekends.
I have been babysitting since I was 12. I am a mom of an almost 12-year-old and a step mom to an almost 6-year-old. Now that both children are in school full time I would like to help out another mom and/or dad with childcare for younger children during the day or after school care for school age children. I will certainly treat...
Alexandra can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Claire G.
Essex, CT
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Claire and I am currently finishing up university where I study environmental studies and french. I have extensive experience working with children in environments such as babysitting, overnight and day summer camps over the past six years. I am able to provide services of babysitting, tutoring (for subjects...
Claire can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Melissa S.
Westbrook, CT
$14-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello My Name Is Melissa, Im Looking For A Loving Family To Care Of:)
5.0
(1)
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Swimming Supervision, nanny, babysitting. I am 20 years old and I am currently in college (sophomore year) with a sociology major and a minor in criminal justice. Growing up hispanic has prepared me a lot to become a good babysitter, I was always the babysitter...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
5.0
"She has very happy spirit and very caring to my kids"
Marisa M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
It takes a village to raise a child and while many of us resonate with this age old adage, our culture is simply not set up for the modern family to reap the benefits of community support flowing in from all directions. I thrive off creating nurturing bonds with children and engaging with them in authentic and creative ways....
Katie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Katie is incredibly gifted with children. She has tons of experience and wisdom. She will care for your children in a way that allows them to have their feelings, work through conflict, and care for themselves and others. They will be respected and listened to...
Kate V.
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Abigail O.
Niantic, CT
$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Abbe and I adore children and I have been a nanny for over eight years. I have a bubbly personality and making sure your kiddos are having fun and are safe are my two main priorities. I love having children play outside and engage in fun, age- appropriate activities, and love to teach children new skills. I can't wait to...
Abigail can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Abigail is an absolute pleasure to work with. She is punctual, professional, trustworthy, and will actually play and entertain the kids. She was able to transport my children when needed and helped with food prep and light house work. My kids love her and felt...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Julia and I am 24 years old. I am currently a deans list doctorate of physical therapy student at the University of Hartford, and I live in Niantic CT. I am currently looking for a part time position while I am between clinical rotations for a family relatively close to Niantic who may need child care during the week...
Julia can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have know Julia since she was a little girl. I had been her gymnastics coach up until her high school graduation. She is a hard worker, very polite, caring, kind and a very funny person. Genuinely sweet. She had worked some birthday parties for us before she...
earl C.
Paula G.
Clinton, CT
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi I am looking for the opportunity to help you with your infant and child care needs!!, I have had the pleasure of working with some fabulous families.. I have a great deal of experience in infant care on up.. I have 6 grandchildren .. I have had the pleasure of watching them for 25 years.. I started my journey on care. com...
Paula can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is great with the kids. Our 2 year, can be tough, and Paula can get her to stop cry and be calm. The kids love it when she comes over to babysit. They both love playing dress up and doing crafts. She has helped our family greatly. I have great confidence when I...
Amanda S.
5.0
(24)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is MaryJo and I live in Old Lyme. I have 3 sons. I've worked for several families in different capacities including as a childcare provider, full and part time. Some of my hobbies include reading, writing, gardening, yoga and antique shopping. I have a flexible schedule and will do my best to accommodate your...
Mary Jo can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Mary Jo is amazing! I cannot write enough positive things about her. Caring, nurturing, funny, dependable, flexible, organized. She checks all the boxes of a fantastic caregiver!
Our 3-year-old son loves going to her inviting, clean, fun and warm house! He...
Amy C.
loving, caring, out going
I like working with kids because the comfort of knowing they're dependent on you. I enjoy watching them learn all the things I can teach them as they grow.
I'm looking for a job that I can stay with the family
I started working with kids when I was 16
In my spare time, I like to hang out with my...
Hi, I'm Liv! I'm a rising junior in college with an array of childcare experience. Through years of babysitting and summers, working as a camp counselor, I enjoy the opportunity to work with children of all ages. I study and enjoy the environment and would incorporate my education and experience into a care plan to keep the days...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Elizabeth H.
Niantic, CT
$10-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny And Tutor Looking For New Opportunities
Hi II am a recent graduate of Wheaton College where I studied International Relations and Spanish. I have worked in childcare on and off through the years in many different areas. I started with occasional babysitting, and moved onto tutoring, full time nanny, and eventually daycare teacher. This fall I helped two families with...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Hi! My name is Maddie. I am 22 years old and live in Westbrook. I just graduated with my Bachelor's degree in Anthropology from SCSU. I am the oldest of 4 siblings aged 7-16, and have always been the "mother hen" type of person. I have been babysitting in the area for years, and have many references I can get you in contact...
Maddie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Hi there! I'm available as a date night/evening and weekend sitter.
A little bit about my experience:
I've been working with children since ~2010 in a variety of roles: a babysitter, a nanny, and a daycare worker. My favorite thing about this work is the relationships I've built with the families I've worked with.
In the past...
Claire can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Jazmin G.
Old Saybrook, CT
$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello My Name Is Jazmin, I'm Looking For A Nanny/Babysitting Job Around The Shoreline Area. I Have Worked In A Daycare For The Last 4 Years, And Have Grown To Really Love Children And Have Become Very Experienced.
Hello! My name is Jazmin. I'm 20 years old and graduated from OSHS in 2012. I am currently taking classes at Middlesex Community College to be a teacher. I have worked in a daycare for 4 years with children from newborns-10 years old. I've also been babysitting for 6+ years. I'm fun-loving, goofy and enjoy doing arts and crafts...
Jazmin can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Mary G.
Clinton, CT
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
In Addition To Providing Care And Companionship To Seniors, I Have Also Helped Out With Children
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience with school age children. I've worked with a family for a few years, picking up children after school, taking them to their various activities, helped with homework, and did whatever was needed on any given day. Very flexible as I was with them from grammar school through high school. I also helped out with...
Mary can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I am an energetic 26-year-old, currently going to school to get my teaching certificate in high/middle school History. When I went to high school in the area I babysat for 3 separate families two were when needed and one was recurring every weekend. Then after graduation college I babysat/nannied for two families. Most of the...
Simone can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hi! I am an energetic and responsible college student at Elon University in North Carolina. I grew up as the oldest girl in a four sibling family so I know how to take care of younger children. I have volunteered at a camp over the summer and enjoy spending time outdoors and doing fun indoor activities, such as monopoly or card...
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have 7 years of experience and have become very passionate about child care. I am a teacher at a daycare. I babysit often for 3 kids one of them being 7 and two 3-year-old twins. I can help with potty training, fine and gross motor skills, sensory, arts/crafts. I can prepare and organize mealtimes and snacks for children. I...
Skills:
CPR
Hi!
My name is Ashlie and I love spending time with kids! I am a second grade teacher in the Lyme-Old Lyme School District. I am certified to teach grades 1-6 in Connecticut. I have a bachelors degree from UConn and a Masters degree from Sacred Heart University. I have experience working at a sleep away camp ages 6-16. I am a...
Ashlie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Essex, CT
Melissa S.
5.0
She has very happy spirit and very caring to my kids
- Marisa M.
Katie L.
5.0
Katie is incredibly gifted with children. She has tons of experience and wisdom. She will care for your children in a way that allows them to have their feelings, work through conflict, and care for themselves and others. They will be respected and listened to and guided in their decision-making...
- Kate V.
Abigail O.
5.0
Abigail is an absolute pleasure to work with. She is punctual, professional, trustworthy, and will actually play and entertain the kids. She was able to transport my children when needed and helped with food prep and light house work. My kids love her and felt comfortable around her. She’s also...
- Care member
Julia H.
5.0
Julia is responsible and fun. She has babysat for me at least once a month over the past year. My 5 year old and 10 year old boys love that she plays with them and they listen to her very well. She has a bubbly personality and always gets back to me quickly. Julia is honest about my kids and she...
- Stacy R.
Paula G.
5.0
Paula was amazing. She was reliable, caring, loving, and everything I was looking for to watch my daughter.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Essex, CT
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Essex, CT?
You can review 2 after school babysitter profiles near you in Essex, 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 Essex, CT?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Essex, CT is $22.50. 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 Essex, 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 Essex, CT on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Essex, 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 Essex, CT can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Essex, 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 Essex, CT.