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5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Certified elementary teacher with 5 years of experience working with kids from grades K-6. Reliable, responsible, patient, and easy going.
I like working with kids because I enjoy helping them learn, grow, and achieve success.
My skills include providing academic activities/curriculum, organizing, and providing a fun,...
5.0
"We hired Elisia in a pinch. She was great and even showed up early. Our two kids loved hanging out with her and played some games and crafts together. I will look forward to requesting her again and feel appreciative for the work she performed."
Matthew C.
Spencer K.
New Haven, CT
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have 10 years of experience as a babysitter and 5 as a nanny taking care of families with children ages 9 mo to 13 years. I am looking for a new full or part-time position starting in January of 2021. I love working with kids, doing crafts, reading books, and singing along to Disney musicals! I have experience with online...
Spencer can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Spencer is an energetic, responsible, loving, patient Nanny. She is just great with kids - if she could manage my son when he was little, she can certainly handle most kids:-)"
Noelani S.
Rachel K.
Hamden, CT
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a background in Music Therapy, autism, childcare, elder care, memory care, and companionship. I am compassionate, caring, kind, and friendly and am looking to prove my worth to the world by taking care of those in need. I am happy to play music with your loved one, I play guitar and piano. I am in the process of getting...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Rachel was great with our not-quite one-year-old. She was fun during meal time and a calming influence as he was heading to bed. She even sang to him! She also went out of her way to accommodate our last minute request and in-house hecticness. Overall a lovely...
Phillip G.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Dara! I am currently a senior at Quinnipiac University in Hamden, Connecticut. I am looking for a babysitting job this upcoming Fall 2018. I am great with kids and have lots of experience! In high school I babysat for a family with three children of the ages 7, 10 and 12. I picked them up from school daily,...
Dara can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Hi! I am from East Haven, CT and have over 5 years experience working with kids. I babysat for family members, friends, and worked for the before/after school care program for the town. I currently work in a preschool and have worked in a middle school and elementary school as well! I am patient, responsible, dedicated, and can...
Andrea can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
College graduate with a BS degree in Technology and Engineering Education and teaching certificate grades K-12. Currently a middle school Technology Education teacher in my fourth year of teaching in the shoreline area. Prior experience includes but not limited to summer programs, camp counseling and tutoring. Looking for a part...
Julia can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Abigail S.
Madison, CT
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Abigail and I work as a School Psychologist with children grades K-12. I am seeking a babysitting job for after school care and weekends! I have experience as a babysitter, long-term nanny and family assistant, with children as young as 7 weeks up to 17 years old. I graduated from the University of Connecticut,...
Abigail can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Paula F.
East Haven, CT
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
My name is Paula, I have had previous experience in babysitting children of all ages. I myself have a 3-year-old brother that I have taken care of since he was born. I also gained experience when I volunteered in an after school program for children and I learned how to be patients with children of all ages. I am a very...
Paula can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
I am an experienced babysitter for all age ranges! CPR and First Aid trained! I own a car and am willing to drive. I am very neat and. organized, so I am more than willing to tidy up the house! I would love to take your children on walks or to the beach! I am also very good with animals and can take care of them as well. I go to...
Celia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Erin G.
Wallingford, CT
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Erin! I have worked with children for half my life and would love to add your family to that time. Currently I am looking to get back into the childcare world! I ran a young toddler classroom for two years and I spent eight years working at the YMCA. During the time at the YMCA I carried many titles including childcare...
Erin can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Sophia G.
New Haven, CT
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been a child caretaker, babysitter, and teacher in a part-time capacity since I was 14 years of age where I began my experience with children, when I was entrusted to bond with and care for an amazing 6-month-year-old baby name S. S and I developed a unique bond that involved the creation of our own squeak language. I...
Sophia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Childcare experience: Assistant pre school teacher at ABC daycare in Branford. I've done before & after school programs in Guilford. I have experience being a nanny, babysitter, and I have a 17 yr old son.
I love kids and doing any housework. I'm very active and love the outdoors, sports and arts. Reliable, responsible, hard...
Rachael can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rachel was a pleasure. She accommodated to our last minute request. Our child enjoyed her company throughout the afternoon. Thank you!"
James C.
Hi! My name is Jillian, I have 4 years experience babysitting children ages 6-12. I am home on summer break from Quinnipiac University, where I am going into my sophomore year as a history major.
Jillian can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I worked with infants and toddlers for the past 15 years. As a mother of 3 children now in their teens, I can attest that I am very experienced in taking care of them. I was also a Sunday school coordinator looking after 2-year-olds for the past 7 years at my church. Patience plus a lot of love are necessary in nurturing a young...
Joy can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I'd describe my personality as out going, creative, and openminded
I like working with kids because they always have a way to brighten ones day. the wonder and curiosity that kids have amazes me and fills me with joy that makes me want to help them further learn and explore life.
I started working with kids when I was about...
Danielle D.
Branford, CT
$22/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Danielle and I am 23 years old. I have roughly 6 years of child care experience ranging from before/after school care, date nights, to long term nannying. I have experience caring for children between the ages of 5 months to 13 years old. I try to limit screen time as much as possible and engage kids in hands...
Danielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
I have over 30+ years of experience working with children of all ages. My last job I was a nanny ( and house manager) for a wonderful family for 6 1/2 years, I would bring the girls to and from school and to all after school activities, doctor and dentist appointments, I packed lunches, made dinner for the kids and when they...
Karrie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Gabrielle P.
Wallingford, CT
$15-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
The best part of working with kids is being able to create a positive impact on a child's life. It is incredibly rewarding to be a contributor to a child's growth and expansion of knowledge.
I currently work as an Elementary School Special Education Paraprofessional. I work in a self contained K-5 special education classroom...
Gabrielle can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Mia L.
North Haven, CT
$14-19/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Mia! I am a 21-year-old graduate student living in North Haven, but I am originally from California. I recently graduated with my undergraduate degree in Health Sciences and I will be graduating with my masters degree in Occupational Therapy in the spring.
I have experience babysitting for children of...
Mia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hope C.
New Haven, CT
$10-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I like working with kids because they always have the most positive energy, absolutely adorable and uplifting. I also understand the importance of children safety and how hard it is to have a stranger be in charge of your children. But also how nice it is to get a night or day off to enjoy yourself or get things done without...
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Northford, CT
Elisia A.
5.0
We had a wonderful experience working with Elisia. She arrived on time, was warm, friendly and eager to play with our kiddos. She handled their bedtime with ease and also helped them work through a disagreement they had. We are so pleased we found with Elisia to help us with childcare, and we look...
- Care member
Spencer K.
5.0
Spencer is an energetic, responsible, loving, patient Nanny. She is just great with kids - if she could manage my son when he was little, she can certainly handle most kids:-)
- Noelani S.
Rachel K.
5.0
Rachel was great with our not-quite one-year-old. She was fun during meal time and a calming influence as he was heading to bed. She even sang to him! She also went out of her way to accommodate our last minute request and in-house hecticness. Overall a lovely experience and would highly recommend!
- Phillip G.
Rachael L.
5.0
Rachel was a pleasure. She accommodated to our last minute request. Our child enjoyed her company throughout the afternoon. Thank you!
- James C.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Northford, CT
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Northford, CT?
You can review 4 after school babysitter profiles near you in Northford, 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 Northford, CT?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Northford, CT is $13.75. 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 Northford, 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 Northford, CT on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Northford, 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 Northford, CT can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Northford, 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 Northford, CT.