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I worked in summer camps for 7 years before becoming a substitute teacher for elementary schools and then becoming a full time outdoor education teacher for elementary and middle school students.
Maddy can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hannah P.
West Hartford, CT
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm an incoming Tufts occupational therapy grad student seeking employment during my studies. I have always loved working with kids and hope to use my degree to help children of all abilities succeed in activities of daily living. This past school year I was a teaching assistant, working primarily with preschool-aged children....
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I like working with kids because I feel that adults can learn so much from kids and their creativity.
I started working with kids when I was 13 years old as an occasional date night sitter, as I got older I became a more steady after school sitter and summer nanny, but now I am looking to be a full time nanny.
In my spare...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi my name is Jessica. I'm a sophomore at the University of Hartford. I've worked with kids throughout high school and have had a babysitting job in college! During high school I would take care of children from infants to 13-year-olds! I have helped prepped dinners, done laundry and errands, brought kids to after school...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Hello! My name is Morgan and I currently work for a family in Ellington CT until 2:30 M-F. However, I am looking to add some additional hours (either before or after school). As the oldest sister of 5 i've been caring for kids most of my life and spent the past five years nannying for a family that has become almost as close as...
Morgan can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! My name is Shannon and I recent graduate of The Hartt School of Music Theatre, where I was an Honors Student and was enrolled as a double major in Musical Theater and Political Science through the University of Hartforg, graduating with both a B. F. A and B. A, Summa Cum Laude. In the past, I have worked as a year-round...
Shannon can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Deryn, and for two years in high school, I worked as a part-time nanny for a family in my town. Every day after school I picked up the two boys, ages 9 and 11, and helped them do their homework, prepared snacks and dinners for them, played with them outside, did light house work, and drove them to sports games and...
Deryn can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Molly B.
West Hartford, CT
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Molly and I am an experienced and dedicated childcare professional with over 8 years of hands-on experience working with children. I recently finished school at The University of Tampa with a degree in elementary education. I just completed my first job as a third grade teacher in Hillsborough County Public...
Molly can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Sandra W.
New Britain, CT
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Sandra and I started out working with autistic and developmentally disabled children, teens and adults 25 years ago. I also worked with K through 5 children as a before and after school teacher. Some of the students were autistic or had ADHD. Now I am a behavior therapist doing ABA therapy. I also have...
Sandra can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Recent review:
5.0
Sandra is very caring and compassionate. She cares about others and is dependable. She relates to children very well.
Rose D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Since the age of approximately 13, I have been babysitting a wide range of children. For three years I helped care for two young boys, ages 4 and 6. During my first year of working for them, it was discovered that the 4-year-old had autism. His family willingly shared with me the full hospital report so that I could have a...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
We used Amanda recently to watch our high energy 9 year old son when my husband and I took a trip out of the country. She did a great job managing him responsibly, while at the same time still allowing him to have lots of fun. We have taken multiple trips in the...
Melissa E.
Jamiyla C.
Bloomfield, CT
$21-29/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've always loved children even when I was still a child myself. After school when I was in 5th grade, I used to watch my principal's son. I first started to get paid for babysitting, is when I was 13. I then started spending my summers and even my winter breaks watching over a 6-year-old girl while her mother was away at work....
Jamiyla can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Jamiyla was a great babysitter for my two children. She has a wonderful calm energy while still being engaging which was great for my 4 yr old. Her experience with infants really showed in the way she cared for my little 2-mo old.
Grace K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I was born and raised here in Connecticut and being the oldest of siblings and cousins I have been babysitting for as long as can remember. I really enjoy being outside like going to the park or going for walks outside. I am also a very creative person, I graduated from a performing arts high school and I love doing arts and...
Damani can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Recent review:
5.0
Damani was great with my special needs son. He connected with her immediately. We needed a sitter for our short convection trip. Damani was great! Very mature for her age. Wish we lived in CT, we would use her all the time.
Trisha P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi - My name is Haley and I recently earned my Bachelor's Degree of Social work and I'm about to start graduate school to obtain a Master's of Social Work. I have a lot of experience working with children, from being a babysitter to working at after-school/summer programs in elementary schools, to being a lead toddler/preschool...
Haley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
I'm so thankful to have found Haley! I was hesitant to go looking on the internet for childcare, but found myself in a bind. Haley promptly responded to my message and we scheduled a time for her to meet my family. She is very pleasant and has a calming demeanor....
Monica C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Emily! I am a recent graduate from Springfield College and first-year grad student at The University of Connecticut studying speech-language pathology! I have been working professionally with children, primarily those with special needs, since high school and I absolutely love it. I've gotten lots of experience with...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Recent review:
5.0
I'm a new mom and I was feeling so overwhelmed. I hired Emily to help me with my 5 month old and she was amazing with her. She catered to both of our needs and made me feel so comfortable. I highly recommend Emily to watch your babies:)
Melissa S.
Dedicated and experienced nanny/babysitter with a passion for providing exceptional care to children aged 0-12. I bring a wealth of expertise in creating a nurturing and stimulating environment, ensuring the safety and well-being of your little ones.
I'm committed to open communication with parents to tailor care to each...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Brenda R.
Windsor, CT
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have more than 10 years of experience in childcare with newborns to 15 years old. I have my own car, and clean driver's license. I am a non smoker, willing to do a light housekeeping, can cook healthy foods. I am bilingual, English and Spanish. I am highly capable of running errands, shuttle the children to after school...
Lisa M.
Wethersfield, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a paraprofessional in a school district. I work when school is in session. I have experience with kids from babies to high school. I am excellent with helping kids with school work. I enjoy being outside, crafts, board games and more.
No job to big or to small. I am willing to help save you time in any way I can.
Looking...
Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Arianna M.
New Britain, CT
$16-17/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as caring, ambitious, and compassionate.
I started working with kids when I was 17. I've worked at a daycare with children that range from the ages 1-5. I have also worked in after school programs with children that range from ages 6-9.
In my spare time, I like to read and go on hikes. I love the...
Arianna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Alexa K.
Farmington, CT
$10-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
I started caring for children when I was 13 years old. This was every other week for two children, a boy and a girl, under the age of five. With them I would feed them, have them do their homework, and play outside. This continued for a few years until they moved. Since then I've also had one summer working with one family with...
Alexa can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
I'd describe my personality as Funny, Caring, and Detail-Oriented
I'm looking for a job that will provide me with a fun work environment, while still providing structure to my life.
I started working with kids when I was 10! I babysat my little brother every day after school, I started having regular babysitting jobs when I...
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Most recent reviews for after school child care in West Hartford, CT
Sandra W.
5.0
Sandra is very caring and compassionate. She cares about others and is dependable. She relates to children very well.
- Rose D.
Amanda D.
5.0
We used Amanda recently to watch our high energy 9 year old son when my husband and I took a trip out of the country. She did a great job managing him responsibly, while at the same time still allowing him to have lots of fun. We have taken multiple trips in the past with other sitters, but with...
- Melissa E.
Jamiyla C.
5.0
Jamiyla was a great babysitter for my two children. She has a wonderful calm energy while still being engaging which was great for my 4 yr old. Her experience with infants really showed in the way she cared for my little 2-mo old.
- Grace K.
Damani M.
5.0
Damani was great with my special needs son. He connected with her immediately. We needed a sitter for our short convection trip. Damani was great! Very mature for her age. Wish we lived in CT, we would use her all the time.
- Trisha P.
Haley B.
5.0
I'm so thankful to have found Haley! I was hesitant to go looking on the internet for childcare, but found myself in a bind. Haley promptly responded to my message and we scheduled a time for her to meet my family. She is very pleasant and has a calming demeanor. My daughter was comfortable with...
- Monica C.
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FAQs for after school child care in West Hartford, CT
In 2024, how much is after-school care near me in West Hartford, CT?
Hiring a person to provide after-school care in West Hartford, CT through Care.com will cost an average of $21.25 per hour as of April 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 West Hartford, CT?
Care.com currently has 8 after school child care providers in West Hartford, 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 West Hartford, CT?
As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in West Hartford, 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 West Hartford, 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.