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60 babysitters are listed in Columbia, CT
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Columbia, CT
Caitrin H.
Storrs Mansfield, CT
$18-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a kind, patient, and intelligent tutor and certified teacher. I'm certified to substitute in elementary, middle, and high schools. I currently teach Psychology to undergraduate college student at UConn.
I tutor in math, science, English, and Spanish (which I have my minor in). I have 10+ years of volunteer tutor experience...
Elizabeth H.
Willimantic, CT
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Primary experience with cats and dogs. (Owner of both entire life), able to administer medication. Volunteer at local animal sanctuary working with cats that have behavioral issues. One year experience with small reptiles.
Elizabeth can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Liz has been awesome! We have used her on multiple occasions and she has always taken great care of our cats. We highly recommend her!"
Stephen H.
Hi, I'm a licensed practical nurse. I have worked with elders with dementia for 5 years. I have been doing side babysitting and dog sitting jobs for many years. Looking to find nice people within the community to be able to branch out. I look forward to speaking with you and getting to know your family. PCA certificate in 2019,...
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Caroline and I would love to be your helper! I have been a babysitter for more than 6 years with multiple families. I have 3 years experience as a camp counselor- which means when your child is with me they will always have a fun time! I also have 6 years of experience volunteering and working at Youth Theater,...
Caroline can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Mikayla. I am 24 years old and have 4-5 years of baby sitting experience. I come from a large family so I have experience babysitting all ages. I have volunteered working with infants and children of preschool ages at a childcare care facility. I was previously employed at a childcare learning center and was in...
Mikayla can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Emma K.
Colchester, CT
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Emma and I am 24 years old. I am a critical care RN at Lawrence and Memorial Hospital in New London, CT. I'm BLS/ACLS certified by the American Heart Association. I have been babysitting since I was 15 and have experience will many ages of children as well as families with up to 4 children. I am an outgoing and...
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kaylin H.
Hebron, CT
$17/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! I have been babysitting for 6 years. I am going to school for early childhood and plan on being a teacher! I am in my junior year at CCSU! I have experience with 1-year-olds and up! I am good with dogs and have my own transportation. I am also vaccinated, CPR trained and can administer an epi-pen if need! I am home until my...
Kaylin can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Reann! I'm 24 years old and I reside in Amston, CT with my family and my 2-year-old son. I am looking for a part- time position as a babysitter/ nanny while I balance school and my other job. My son attends daycare M-F. I did a decent amount of babysitting when I was still in high school and I've worked with varying...
Reann can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello, my name is Maya! I love working with kids and would love to be your babysitter. My prior experience includes running preschool lessons in my school district, volunteering at softball clinics, and completing a Red Cross babysitting course. I am a responsible, punctual, and dependable individual who would have fun with your...
Maya can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Kaitlyn A. and I am 19 years old. I am a college student who is studying psychology, I hope to become a behavioral psychologist.
I have worked with kids for many years and have worked in daycares for three years now.
I am responsible, timely, creative and am a great communicator.
I have about 6 months of experience volunteering at a nursing home where I engaged seniors in various group and individual activities. I also have experience caring for and assisting older relatives with daily activities when struggling due to aches and pains. I love caring for others, especially for older adults, I find that...
Abby can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, companionship
Skills:
CPR
I am a retired nurse looking for occasional jobs . I have worked in many different settings from group homes to hospitals and clinics as well as pediatric experiences .
Available for tutoring in social studies, science and reading / language arts classes up through 10th grade.
I am currently a prospective nursing student at Goodwin College
Cindy B.
Windham, CT
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been a nanny for a few families and have experience with being a teacher and I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant. I love kids of all ages and have many years of experience working with children. I have many references and look forward to speaking with you. Thank you, Cindy
Cindy can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
I'd describe my personality as adventurous and soft spoken
I like working with kids because they are also exploring and learning new things. They are absolutely fascinating to watch them grow.
I'm looking for a job that allows my children to be with me and a family that meshes well with my values as a family
I started...
Hello! I am a sophomore nursing student at UCONN!! I am looking for a babysitting job for the afternoon or evenings after my classes are done for the day! I have my car on campus so will not have to worry about finding transportation! I was a summer nanny for 3 summers in a row and absolutely loved every moment! I am really...
Rosemary can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
CNA
In my family we are huge animal people. Over the course of my childhood we had dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, and chickens! I was a "farm girl" and would go up to our family friends farm to see the animals when I was young, and I rode horses for over 15 years! Needless to say, I have loads of experience, and would provide all...
Ashley can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Amanda. I grew up in CT and I graduated from URI in 2018. I currently work remotely for a university in Boston and travel abroad four months a year (September-December). During high school and college, I was a resident camp counselor in New Hampshire and love working with kids! I have spent summers babysitting infants...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision
Elaina M.
Willimantic, CT
$15-24/hr
While I do not officially have housekeeping experience, I did clean both of the establishments I have worked in as a part of my positions. I also have lived in communal spaces where it was my duty to keep certain areas clean.
Elaina can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, organization, window washing
I have watched the pets of many friends over the years when they have gone on trips. My experience is with dogs, cats, and fish. Able to stay at your home, walk dogs, and give your pets some love!
Amanda can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Columbia, CT:
How can I find a Columbia babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Columbia, CT can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 16 babysitters in Columbia, CT on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Columbia, CT?
The average rate for Columbia, CT babysitters on Care.com is $16.88 per hour as of May 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Columbia, CT?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Columbia, CT through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Columbia, CT babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Columbia, CT are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.