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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, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Kristen O.
Preston, CT
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Kristen, I'm 25 years old, and I've worked with children for the last 10+ years. I'm originally from Rhode Island but moved to Connecticut two years ago with my husband. From the age of 12-18 I babysat three boys for date nights and summer break. Once I graduated high school, I got a job at a daycare working with...
Kristen can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Rachel D.
Mashantucket, CT
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Rachel and I am an energetic and creative teacher. I graduated from SCSU and have almost 6 years of experience in childcare. I have been a preschool teacher for 3 years now. I can help with Travel, Cooking/Meal Preparation, and Before/After school care. I am also CPR/First and certified.
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Meghan R.
Jewett City, CT
$18-31/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! I'm a Paraeducator at an elementary school and a boy mom looking for a childcare job after school hours, school holidays, weekends, and summer. I'm comfortable with all animals, any size, I'm a non-smoker and have a reliable vehicle.
Meghan can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
I am experienced with special needs children and adults I have worked with children for 25 years as a paraprofessional and I'm still doing so. I love children and I'm looking for a part-time after school or evening job during the summer or before and after school. Also looking for child care jobs for school breaks and days...
Diane can also help with: Swimming supervision
I am a mother to two little girls and have lived in Connecticut my whole life. I enjoy spending time with my family, spending time outdoors and wandering the aisles of Target! I have been working in childcare for over 12 years with a military based program and have (work) experience with toddlers all the way through preteens....
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hi, my name is Alexis. I am a 22-year-old with her bachelor's degree in psychology. I am looking to help children with schoolwork and provide care after school. I have worked with kids in the past in a part-time jobs, with friends/ family and in professional school settings. For example I worked for the Navy in their CDC and...
Alexis can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alyssa is amazing with kids. She's a quick thinker, responsible, and so kind!"
Alexis P.
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: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've been watching kids since I was 16 years old. I watched children during the summer months and after school up until 2010 when I moved towns and got married. I took a job that had regular hours but after 15 years of working the same job I was missing something in my life. I missed working with kids. Helping them with their...
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
5.0
"Heather worked with our family for one year during COVID while we were managing distance learning. She was wonderful with all of our kids ages 4-12. We have a very busy house with 6 kids and she did not shy away from the chaos. I would highly recommend Heather to...
Nichole M.
Melissa F.
New London, CT
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi families! My name is Melissa. I attended the Lebron James College of Education in Ohio majoring in Early childhood education. I have 3 years of teaching experience and 8 years of childcare experience. I currently work in the Ledyard school district overseeing the elementary school's before and after school program. I love...
Melissa can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Melissa is wonderful! Her background in early childhood, combined with her dependability and joyful, fun personality make her an ideal sitter. She has cared for our infant and two year old, as well as our pet, and has been the best. "
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Mariah and I am 24 years old. I studied Social Work and Outdoor Leadership at Warren Wilson College. I grew up with 5 siblings, so as you can imagine, I helped around the house a bunch. I have lots of experience in general house work, pet care and child care. In the past, I have babysat for many families...
Mariah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mariah is lovely. So fun and enthusiastic. My boys love her! I would highly recommend her for anyone looking for a dependable, responsible and fun childcare provider."
Emily C.
I'm a mother of a 9-month-old baby and I have 20+ years of experience working in childcare as a babysitter, nanny, camp counselor, after school staff, and public school teacher. I love children and I have a good rapport with them. I am available for babyitting.
Bryn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Brooke S.
Waterford, CT
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! I am an energetic, loving person with 6-7 years of experience ranging from watching after my younger sibling and nephews to my previous workplace at an after school program where I cared for preschool aged children. Taking care of kids is something I truly enjoy doing. If there is any other assistance needed within the...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jennifer B.
Amston, CT
$20-36/hr • 3 yrs exp
I've had the opportunity to work with children of many different age groups and it's always been a joy. I have almost 3 years of experience working with children. During the school year I work at a before and after school day care program, this involves coming up with arts and crafts projects, introducing fun games to play, and...
Jennifer can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'm a mom of 3 and I home school. I am looking to help a family(s) out and give a child(ren) more one on one than at a daycare or before and after school care.
I also have been cleaning houses for over 10 years so I am available for house cleaning as well.
Breanna T.
Plainfield, CT
$15-27/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi all! My name is Breanna. I am a 27-year-old stay at home mom of two boys, Carter age 4, and Asher age 2. Carter will be starting kindergarten in Moosup at the end of august. I am really looking to find a job that allows me to bring my 2-year-old son along. So if you need helping with early morning before school care, after...
Breanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
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Most recent reviews for after school child care in Preston, CT
Alyssa M.
5.0
Alyssa is amazing with kids. She's a quick thinker, responsible, and so kind!
- Alexis P.
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.
Heather H.
5.0
Heather worked with our family for one year during COVID while we were managing distance learning. She was wonderful with all of our kids ages 4-12. We have a very busy house with 6 kids and she did not shy away from the chaos. I would highly recommend Heather to any family who needs child care.
- Nichole M.
Melissa F.
5.0
Melissa is wonderful! Her background in early childhood, combined with her dependability and joyful, fun personality make her an ideal sitter. She has cared for our infant and two year old, as well as our pet, and has been the best.
- Care member
Mariah M.
5.0
Wow this girl is amazing. My 2yr old loves her, is so happy when she walks in the door. Mariah is very dependable and she made us feel so comfortable leaving her with our boys. Hoping she continues to work with our family for years to come!
- Danielle B.
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FAQs for after school child care in Preston, CT
In 2024, how much is after-school care near me in Preston, CT?
Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Preston, CT through Care.com will cost an average of $17.50 per hour as of May 2024. This rate may vary depending on the provider's experience, the duties you need your after-school caregiver to perform and how many kids you need them to take care of.
How can I find after-school child care near me in Preston, CT?
Care.com currently has 2 after school child care providers in Preston, CT. You can search for these caregivers by their distance from where you live and compare your options by hourly pay rate, years of experience and the specific services they can provide for after school care. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have previously worked with these providers.
What types of after-school providers can I find near me in Preston, CT?
As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Preston, CT to help your kids with a variety of needs. After-school providers can pick your children up from school, take them to extracurricular activities around Preston, CT, help them with homework, and watch them in your house for a couple of hours before you get home from work. Just make sure your needs match up with the skills of the after-school providers you reach out to.