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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 21 years old and I have over 5 years of experience babysitting and watching young children. I worked a summer camp 4 years ago for elementary school kids, I babysit for my mom's cousin who has an 18-month-old and 4-year-old. I also babysit a friend's 8-year-old. I also worked at an elementary school as a paraprofessional...
Riley can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Hi! I am a mom of 4; 3 of my children are school-age and the youngest is a baby who stays with me. I have a Bachelor's degree in sociology, and an Associate's degree in justice. I have 2 years of experience working in childcare (add 4 more years to that with experience from my own kiddos!) with children between the ages of...
Lillian P.
Preston, CT
$25-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a 23-year-old new graduate nurse in Boston. I am looking for occasional/part-times babysitting jobs. I do not have a car so being in walking distance or using public transportation is required. I am available to babysit 20-25 hours during the week for care in the morning, afternoon and/or date nights. I have over 8...
Lillian can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is April, I'm a 52-year-old mom of two amazing adult daughters.
I currently nanny part time for an awesome 6-year-old, providing school drop off and pick up as well.
My schedule is flexible, and I can do overnight care if needed.
Feel free to reach out!
Thanks!
April
April can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Hi! My name is Kai-Leigh and I am 25 years old. I am a Teaching Assistant at East Lyme Middle School so you can say I love working with kids! I am currently finishing my master's in Special Education. I have been babysitting since high school. I am known for having fun and keeping kids entertained. I ran Preston Parks and...
Kai-leigh can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
I am a mother to three children of my own. I have been a CNA/PCA since I was 18 years old. I have experience with adaptive equipment and multiple special needs. I have a passion for helping others.
Mariah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She's been a huge help watching my toddler while I work. She's been reliable and helped on short notice a few occasions! She's been flexible during unforeseen schedule changes and offered a thorough report on our child's day. If you have a young child they'll be in...
Elaine K.
Taylor B.
Norwich, CT
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Taylor and I have worked in the childcare for three years as a toddler teacher. Although my classroom is 1. 5-2. 5-year-olds I have had the opportunity to work with all age groups. I also worked as a nanny for a family for 6 months. I currently hold my CDA (child development associate). I have a professional...
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
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
(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: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & 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
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
"miss Linda was very punctual, she gets to my home just when I needed her. my children loves her, even my 11 months old baby who gets anxiety when new people comes around, he was extremely calm when she's around. thank you miss Linda for being there when I needed...
Shatoya W.
4.3
(8)
Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Torre. I started my childcare journey when I was very young. I would babysit my cousins and the neighborhood children starting at the age of 12. I have always been incredibly maternal and I feel that truly shows in my care. Throughout the years, I have furthered my training by completing a number of childcare and...
Torre can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"If I could give Torre 10 stars I would. She is such a sweet caring young lady. She is very responsible but isn't afraid to be silly! My 7 year old son loved playing with her, he still talks about his time with her even a month later. I am so happy I found her."
Susan K.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Katie is fantastic! She is always early, and dependable. She does great with all ages. She plays with the kids, makes them clean. I recommend her to everyone!"
Sarah B.
I started working in child care by volunteering in the big/little program my freshman year of high school. By junior year I started working in a before and after school program and recently got a job as a substitute paraprofessional. I'm 18 and in college now. I'm looking for something for the summer :)
Alexis can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have 5 years of experience working with children. From babysitting when I was in school, to working in a Daycare for over a year, to now working in a Public School as a Paraprofessional. I'm reliable and love working with children.
Makayla P.
Uncasville, CT
$22/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm At Stay At Home Mom Looking For A Job That Allows My To Take My 3 Month Old To Work With Me!
I'd describe my personality as fun, patient and loving. I enjoy working with kids because it's something new and exciting everyday. I have worked in childcare for years now and I always look forward to the excitement children bring. I also find it inspiring to be able to help and educate the youth.
As I am a mother as well, I...
Makayla can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Very friendly, outgoing, fun and as the oldest of three, responsible as well. I grew up in a huge family and have always taken care of siblings, cousins, nieces and nephews. Bilingual college student. Professional and reliable.
Steffi can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
I'd describe my personality as creative, organized and kindhearted.
I like working with kids because I can learn a lot from them even if they are young. Also, I've always wanted to work with kids since I can remember. I want to be able to teach younger children skills that can help them.
I'm looking for a job that is flexible...
Harlei can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Hello my name is Haleigh I am 20 years old and have been babysitting for many years I have worked in 2 other daycares and I have all of my certifications EpiPen, med, and CPR certified I can do and light housekeeping required and I can pick up and drop off kids to any activities they may have I can do meal prep or make meals I...
Haleigh can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Amelia D.
Quaker Hill, CT
$17-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
hello im Amelia I have 10 years of experience. 5 years as a daycare/preschool teacher. I am a certified Medical Assistant as well. looking for any opportunities for babysitting/ nannying. flexible schedule and reliable car.
Amelia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ava W.
Norwich, CT
$20-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Ava and I'm looking to find a family in need of a babysitter for weeknights and occasional weekend help! I have a car and am willing to drive and help with pick ups/drop offs. Very happy to help with any pets as well. I have been babysitting for multiple families, worked at a child care center for two years and...
Ava can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Preston, CT
Mariah M.
5.0
She's been a huge help watching my toddler while I work. She's been reliable and helped on short notice a few occasions! She's been flexible during unforeseen schedule changes and offered a thorough report on our child's day. If you have a young child they'll be in good hands with her!
- Elaine K.
Alyssa J.
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 that the kids just love to participate...
- Amanda B.
Molly J.
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 natural with children and genuine....
- Care member
Linda B.
5.0
Miss.Linda is definitely the person you need to hire for your kids!! She always took my daughter places for her to have fun and sometimes she didn't want to come home because she was having so much fun. She is very reliable and if it was last minute she was able to help!!
- Caroline C.
Torre G.
5.0
She was amazing to have around. I've known Torre since she was in Middle school and she watched our children for date nights. She would always take them to the pool or park. They loved having her over, she is fun, silly, engaging, and is really good with handling bad behavior. She was also great...
- Tiffany C.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Preston, CT
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Preston, CT?
You can review 5 after school babysitter profiles near you in Preston, 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 Preston, CT?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Preston, CT is $16.80. 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 Preston, 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 Preston, CT on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Preston, 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 Preston, CT can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Preston, 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 Preston, CT.