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Keira V.

Guilford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
I am a recent college graduate looking to help a family be the best it can be by having fun, keeping a clean environment, and learning as much as we can along the way! My interests are music, theatre, exercise, and sports to name a few. Personally I am an extremely organized person who knows how to multitask while still creating...

Kate P. says "Keira is wonderful with our boys (ages 2 and 5). She is fun, confident, creative. The boys love her. She has also helped us with housecleaning and we are...

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New London, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
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...

Lindsay R. says "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....

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Fun, Energetic, Fun-Loving 28-Year Old Madison Sitter For Part-Time & Occasional Sitting

Madison, CT

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have taken an interest very early on in children, going back to my preschool and volunteering my time. I have volunteered at both the CT Food Bank and at the Madison Senior center. I have baby-sat for three wonderful girls, and occasionally for two boys, as well as for neighbors and several other baby-sitting and nanny jobs. I...

Kristen K. says "Ali is a reliable, responsible babysitter who my kids adore. I trust her completely and would highly recommend her as a babysitter. She takes her role...

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Nanny

Groton, CT

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
My name is Amanda, I am currently seeking to help out any families that need assistance with childcare. I have been an ABA Therapist for three years working with toddlers to young adults. I have previous employment as a Day Care Assistant as well as a para-professional. I am currently going to school for my Bachelors through...

Susan B. says "Amanda was fabulous. I would absolutely hire her again. She was the perfect fit for my 13 year old daughter. "

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About Me

Middletown, CT

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Emma, I'm 25 years old. I started working with kids in 2020 and absolutely love it! I have experience in after school program settings, ECE centers, and as a babysitter, as well as my current job at YNH Children's Hospital. Most of my experience is with kids ages 2-11, but I have experience ranging from infants...

Janet H. says "Emma did a great job watching my two kiddos while our au pair was out on vacation for a week! She is very responsible, punctual, and responsive and our...

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Creative And Enthusiastic Sitter

Waterford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
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...

Nathan G. says "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,...

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Full-Time Caregiver Available

Gales Ferry, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Carly, I'm 34 years old my family and I just moved to gales ferry CT. I have 3 children, 2 boys (6 and 9) and a baby girl, who was just born July 11th. My husband in the Coast Guard. I have been babysitting for 20 years, And started nannying full time and/or part time 16 years ago. I truly love being a nanny, I...

Colleen R. says "Carly was and is the best! My husband and I have one child and she was awesome with him. She had to work long hours because of our jobs and was always...

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Shannon H.'s Photo

Middletown, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have years of experience in caring for children. I started babysitting when I was just 13. I have cared for multiples as well as singles. I love and have a nurturing patient nature that has been said to be a great benefit. One of my families couldn't believe how quickly their infant took to me. They found themselves very...

Inga J. says "Shannon is a wonderful person. She truly cares about our son. We never worry when he's in her care. She's great with healthy food prep and always happy to...

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Caring, Energetic College Graduate

Guilford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello! I'm a top college graduate currently looking for a part time position with a great family. I studied French Literature and Economics in college and played varsity field hockey while there. I've spent the last few years working in trading at a hedge fund based out of Westport but am now going through a career transition...

Caitlin G. says "Caroline is punctual and responsive. She goes above and beyond, tidying toys all day as the baby plays. She helped us out in a pinch on short notice and...

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After School Babysitter/Helper

Gales Ferry, CT

from
$17/hr
12 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hello! I am an elementary school special education teacher looking to make some extra money to help me save for the future. I have been babysitting for over 10 years, from high school to grad school! My experience ranges from infants to preteens, and from only children to large families, so I am comfortable and prepared to...
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Babysitter/Tutor

Middletown, CT

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$25/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
I am 31 years old and have an elementary education degree from Central Connecticut State University. I have known my entire life that I wanted to work with children so I have been volunteering in schools, babysitting, and working as a camp counselor all throughout high school and even afterwards. I went on to be an...
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About Me

Madison, CT

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Lauren and I have been working in childcare on and off for the past five years. I worked for a daycare throughout high school then went on to Nanny after COVID began. I have watched all ages from 3 months old-12 years old. I just graduated from UCONN and will be home for the next couple of months. I am looking for...
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Nine Plus Years Of Childcare Experience! Looking For Part-time/ Babysitting Positions!

Guilford, CT

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$25/hr
9 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
I recently concluded my two-year Peace Corps service in Zambia. My position in the Peace Corps was a Maternal and Child Health Educator where I primarily worked with pregnant mothers and children under the age of five. Prior to this position, I worked in private child care for five years. Also, I worked in various positions at a...
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Madison, CT

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
I love working with children; I have previous experience with babysitting, working the after-school program at The Country School in Madison, and working as a counselor for age groups 4-6 at MRSC in the summers. I can help with light housekeeping (cooking, cleaning, laundry, etc.), transportation, and am very flexible in terms...
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Meet Molly

Portland, CT

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$17/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi I'm Molly! I currently teach Physical Education during the school year and have summers off. I have a lot of experience caring for children. I was previously a nanny in West Hartford, watching over children after school and driving them to activities. I love sports and activities! I have been teaching youth tennis for 10...
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Pet Walker/sitter

Groton, CT

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$17/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Andrea, and I am an auntie to 2 nieces and 2 nephews, all under the age of 10. I have been working on and off as a babysitter for about 10 years now, and enjoy getting to know the families of the kiddos I've cared for. I am warm-hearted, energetic, patient, and enjoy spending my time reading, crafting and being...
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Nanny/babysitter

Madison, CT

from
$25/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have tons of experience working with children of all ages from 6mo to 14 years old. I have worked at an elementary school and after school program. I love kids and have a passion/natural way of helping kids with special needs.
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Childcare

Colchester, CT

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$20/hr
4 years experience
I received a BS degree in Education and worked in a Day Care for several years. I have been a Head Teacher in a Before and After Elementary school program for 4 years. Part of my work was also in a Day Care center.
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Fun Sitter

Middletown, CT

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Sofia. I'm a fun-loving, reliable, responsible, and patient caregiver with 8 years of daycare experience. For the last two years, I have worked as a Job Coach for adults with Autism and behavioral issues. I'm currently working with ages 18-22. I have experience in all ages, starting at the newborn stage. I have...
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Nighttime/Weekend Babysitter

Groton, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am currently 25 years old and a graduate of Villanova University. I have considerable experience in babysitting from working throughout high school and college, both in after school and night time help for families. In addition, I have spent time babysitting kids over the summers while also working as a sailing instructor....
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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $10.00/hr as of June 2025

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Essex, CT

After School Babysitters in Essex, CT are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters

Keira V.

Keira is wonderful with our boys (ages 2 and 5). She is fun, confident, creative. The boys love her. She has also helped us with...

- Kate P.

Gianna P.

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...

- Lindsay R.

Alison R.

Ali is a reliable, responsible babysitter who my kids adore. I trust her completely and would highly recommend her as a babysitter. She...

- Kristen K.

FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Essex, CT

You can review 1 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.

The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Essex, CT is $10.00. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.

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.

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.

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.

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