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Ashley P.


Canterbury, CT

$18-30/hr7 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Ashley. I am a stay at home mom to my 3-year-old son. Prior to having my son, I was always babysitting my parents friends children, younger cousins, as well as a nanny when I was in high school to 3 children. I love kids and have always known I wanted to be a mom since a young child! I am currently looking for...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Kaylee K.


Canterbury, CT

$18-23/hr4 yrs exp

Hi my name is Kaylee, I have many years experience cleaning homes. I have worked in a school system for over five years. I have experience working with infant up to young adults. I have reliable transportation and willing to travel and bring own cleaning supplies. I used to own my own business and clean out bank...
Kaylee can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens & more
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Saybl B.


Canterbury, CT

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Certified Teacher Providing Child Care

I found that I was passionate about teaching special needs children during my internship in college. I worked with special needs children for 3 years including working one on one with a child with Down Syndrome in his home for two years.
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Saybl B.


Canterbury, CT

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Boy Mom/ Special Education Teacher/ Dog Mom Available For You This Summer!

Hi! I have 15+ years experience working with children. I currently work in a diverse city as a preschool special education teacher at a public school. I have my master's degree in education and my bachelor's degree in early childhood education. I am a mom of two young boys and have my summers free!
Saybl can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Saybl B.


Canterbury, CT

$10-20/hr

Experienced Caregiver

I have two dogs of my own currently, who are very well trained. I enjoy taking them for runs and hiking as much as possible. I like to stay active so I'm usually always outside. I also have experience caring for cats as well.
Saybl can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking
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Kaylee K.


Canterbury, CT

$20-50/hr6 yrs exp

Hi my name is Kaylee I graduated Eastern with a degree in psychology. I have worked in a school system for five years and am currently employed there. I have worked infants, children, teenagers and young adults. I'd describe my personality as reliable, flexible and dependable I like working with kids because I love...
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Kaylee K.


Canterbury, CT

$16-21/hr6 yrs exp

Hi my name is Kaylee! I currently work in a school system supporting individuals with various disabilities . I have worked in this field for 5+ years. Have my own transportation and willing to do errands as needed. Have many years experience with meal preparation and cleaning. I am flexible, reliable and dependable.
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Rose F.


North Windham, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello parents! I'm Rose. I have 10+ years of experience as well as working as a foster mother. I can help with light housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I have a passion for children of all ages. I have multiple years of experience in babysitting, nannying, and helping out kids who need extra help with learning as well as...
Rose can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Rose was awesome! I am writing this review based on what my wife told me, as I was not around when she came or left, but she said she was on time and immediately helpful with the kids. my boys and dog can be a bit of a handful sometimes but my wife returned to a...

Gregory K.

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Cindy B.


Windham, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have many years experience as a CNA, hospice, physical therapy. I am a very hard worker, compassionate, reliable and outgoing. I have many references . Please consider me for this .position. Look forward to speaking with you. Thank You, Cindy.
Cindy can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, home modification, hospice services, respite care, personal care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Miss Cindy goes above & beyond her expectations, having her in our families life has been a true blessing. She is modest and trustworthy, a person who always puts others before herself. This woman can easily work with humans of all ages and individual needs."

Emily M.

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Rebecca A.


Windham, CT

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Smile And Fun Creator Whether Rain Or Shine

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

29 yr old mom with 2 kid kiddos of my own (b/g age 3 & 5). I am a fun loving and reliable individual who has been babysitting for 10+ years both human and fur kiddos. I'd describe my personality as fun, reliable, honest I like working with kids because making sure they are happy and having a good time makes me smile. I'm...
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
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Shannon G.


Moosup, CT

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Part Or Full-Time Babysitter/Nanny Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been caring for children since I was 13. I am now 34 and have a 9-year-old and 4-year-old daughters of my own. I've cared for children from the ages of infant all the way on up to 14 years old. I am a very fun and caring person. I don't mind being a homework helper, someone to lean on, someone to play with, or someone to...
Shannon can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Shannon is amazing! She was with our son for almost 2 years. There's not anything she didn't do! She took care of him so well. Attended to him when he was sick also. She has a lot of experience because she also has two kids of her own. Shannon also did a lot of...

Meyya N.

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Kimberly M.


Windham, CT

$18-35/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Nurse

I was born and raised in Connecticut . I have 3 beautiful grown children . I am a retired pediatric nurse who enjoys many outdoor activities including hiking , swimming , bike riding and gardening I am a very creative person so arts and crafts have been a great outlet . As a pediatric nurse I enjoy working with children and...
Kimberly can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kimberly was amazing! She went out of her way to make us comfortable leaving our three pets in her care. She updated us with videos while we were away and was flexible with the timing of care. We will definitely request her in the future!"

Timothy R.

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Ali F.


Jewett City, CT

$10-20/hr1 yrs exp

Part Time Pet Care Available

I am able to provide pet care in your own home. I have experience with dogs of a variety of breeds, cats, and small animals. I myself have a cat, a Lab/Husky Mix, and Australian Shepard puppy, and two rats. I can provide services of feeding, walking, litter box/cage cleaning, and light grooming (brushing, etc.)
Ali can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine
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Leanne W.


Danielson, CT

$23/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available For Part-Time Work

My name is Lee, my pronouns are they/them. I am a young but experienced individual who loves kids. I have worked with children of varying genders and ages from 0-12 years old. During the week I am a full-time nanny for an infant girl who I adore. I love to go outside, do arts and crafts, and read books with children....
Leanne can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Levi is incredible. Very reliable, competent, trustworthy and responsible. My daughter loves Levi and would highly recommend. "

Care member

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Tiffany L.


Jewett City, CT

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Babysitter

Hello! My name is Tiffany, and I have 3 kiddos living at home. I have a 4-year-old boy who going will be going to kindergarten in the fall. I also have a 9-year-old boy and 15-year-old girl. My boys LOVE to be outside when it warm, not that I blame them cause they have so much fun stuff out there. We have a HUGE plays cape,...
Tiffany can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"Tiffany was always very patient with my daughter and my daughter loved going to her house. She has a huge Playscape that the kids seem to love to be on. Tiffany worked with us as far as hours went and she seemed to be quiet flexible."

Josh L.

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Ali F.


Jewett City, CT

$20-39/hr5 yrs exp

Compassionate And Fun Childcare Professional

Hi, I'm Ali! I'm currently 25 years old, and a mom of one! I am a certified Teaching Assistant and previously worked as a daycare teacher. I have experience with children of all ages, pets, and additional responsibilities such as cooking and housework! I'm most passionate about seeing children for their full potential, and...
Ali can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Ali is quick to respond, great with my son and dogs. I plan to have her watch our little one again!"

Heather R.

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Anna D.


Windham, CT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Anna From Windham, CT

Hi, My name is Anna! I'm very watchful, adventurous, and affectionate, I love little kids and can't wait to have some of my own. I am very confident and capable of watching children of any age. I love seeing how every child is different and how each one thinks. I moved out here from Washington state where I babysat a little...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I had her watch my daughter practically since the day my daughter was born! She is great with kids of all ages, I have 3 (two boys 13 and 17 now and my girl 7 now). She normally just kept an eye on my little girl, because I have bad migraines and can't always be...

Leah S.

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Jacqueline D.


Brooklyn, CT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Educational Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Jacqueline! I have over 10 years of experience not only babysitting/nannying but also teaching music, swim lessons, and helping children with their studies. I am a very reliable, patient, outgoing, and creative person. I am a certified lifeguard which means I am CPR and First-Aid certified. With all my skills and...
Jacqueline can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jacqueline was a babysitter for my three children for 5 years. She is absolutely incredible. She became a part of the family very quickly! Highly recommend!"

Linda H.

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Meryl S.


Plainfield, CT

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Childcare Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an older woman who is nurturing, dependable, honest and loving. I have reliable transportation. I have been with the same family since 2017 and due to unfortunate circumstances, I am no longer needed as of 10/9/2023. I can provide an outstanding reference. The boys that I have been taking care of are like my grandchildren...
Meryl can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, administration of medicine, dog training, pet walking, pet sitting & more
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Ashley H.


Danielson, CT

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Kind, Loving, Nanny With 14 Years Of Experience

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Ashley, I am 32-year-old mom! My primary goal as a child care provider is to provide a secure, fun, loving, and comfortable environment for each child :) Every child has their own unique personality and care should be tailored to a child's individual persona. I am strongly bias towards a healthy, balanced diet...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Ashley was a nanny with our family for 3 1/2 years. She watched my 4 year old since she was 11 months old and has also cared for my 17 month old since she was about 3 1/2 months old. She is such a kind, patient and loving person. She is also very trustworthy. She...

Carly D.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Canterbury, CT

Rose F.

5.0

Rose was awesome! I am writing this review based on what my wife told me, as I was not around when she came or left, but she said she was on time and immediately helpful with the kids. my boys and dog can be a bit of a handful sometimes but my wife returned to a clean peaceful house, a rare thing...

- Gregory K.

Cindy B.

5.0

Cindy is a Very sweet and outgoing person and patient advocate. Personable and outgoing caregiver as well. I would trust her to take care of any of my beloved family members, and at any age - infant to elderly!

- Kristen A.

Shannon G.

5.0

Shannon is amazing! She was with our son for almost 2 years. There's not anything she didn't do! She took care of him so well. Attended to him when he was sick also. She has a lot of experience because she also has two kids of her own. Shannon also did a lot of household things for us such as...

- Meyya N.

Kimberly M.

5.0

Kimberly was amazing! She went out of her way to make us comfortable leaving our three pets in her care. She updated us with videos while we were away and was flexible with the timing of care. We will definitely request her in the future!

- Timothy R.

Leanne W.

5.0

Levi is incredible. Very reliable, competent, trustworthy and responsible. My daughter loves Levi and would highly recommend.

- Care member

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