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Laurel G.

Ellington, CT

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$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Laurel and I am 24 years old. I am up to date on my COVID vaccines(4in total)I am currently an Occupational Therapy Assistant and a student. Part of my program included a pediatrics course with an emphasis on child development and children with special needs. Also, I recently did a 8 week clinical rotation at East...
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Morgan T.

Ellington, CT

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$23/hr
4 years experience
I love fostering the growth and development of children, which inspired me to become a childcare provider. I've been doing this for four years and enjoy supporting families and providing them with reliable childcare options. I'm patient, calm, and creative, which helps me engage children in imaginative play. I'm also very...
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Michelle M.

Ellington, CT

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$21/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
meal prep
As a caregiver with over two decades of experience, I am passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My friendly, patient, and calm demeanor allows me to connect with children and create a nurturing environment. I am comfortable caring for up to two children, aged 0 to 11, and am happy to help with cooking,...
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Calista B.

Ellington, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have been an ice skating coach for 10 yrs to all ages, mostly 16 & under. I have babysat for many families since I was 13 as well as cleaned professionally and privately. I am a certified lifeguard; CPR& Heimlich certified, aCNA and a PCA. I am triple majored in my bachelors in English, History& Psychology with an accounting&...
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Kristin C.

Part Time, Last Minute Or Drop In Care Weekly

Ellington, CT

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hi I would love to care for your babies. I have a safe, loving, fun home with all items here provided to make them feel as comfortable as possible. I have toys, books, games and lots of outside play time with 2 huge swing set, a sand box and balls, bubbles and chalk. I do have cribs for nap time. I have over 20 years of...
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Miesha L.

Ellington, CT

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Hello, my name is Miesha and I am 25 years of age. I am currently working towards my Associates in Early Childhood Education, earning me a certificate as a Head Teacher, working with children from ages birth to five. I have been working for Educational Playcare in Windsor, and will soon approach two years in November. I have...
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Shannan L.

Ellington, CT

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$22/hr
5 years experience
I'd describe my personality as Kind, attentive and reliable I like working with kids because I raised 4 and miss it I'm looking for a job that is flexible I have always loved kids. I started my own daycare 20 years ago until I had my second child. My children are 19, 22, 23 &25 so I miss the younger years. In my spare...
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Ava N.

Ellington, CT

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I'm a caregiver with three years of experience who adores being a part of children's development and happiness. I'm happy to provide childcare for up to four children between the ages of 0 and 11. I'm a creative, imaginative, outgoing, and kind individual. When it comes to household rules, I'm very comfortable enforcing them,...
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Lena H.

Ellington, CT

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello. My name is Lena. I have 3 diplomas and 10 years experience. I do not smoke. I have a reliable car and many recommendations. I am a good cook, and I love art. I am also good with pets. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask. I can contact you any time at your convenience. Thank you. Lena, Ellington
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Holley S.

Ellington, CT

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
Hello ! My name is Holley, I'm 23 and have been a Paraprofessional for 5 years with the Ellington public schools. I have experience with children 4-16 and specialize with kids with disabilities like autism and ADHD, I've also worked with kids with physical disabilities such as CP. Coming up and doing crafts are my favorite ! I...

Jasmirra B. says "Holley was absolutely incredible managing my three little ones! Ages 6,4, and 1. She did such a a great job with my oldest who is so energetic and my...

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Maria P.

Child Care

Ellington, CT

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$17/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
I'm Portuguese I need to work closer to home so I'm hoping kids I have experience with both I'd describe my personality as honestly simply 55 years old I like working with kids because like children In my spare time, I like to full time
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Heidi S.

Babysitter Available...

Vernon Rockville, CT

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have babysat since I was 14/15 kids of all ages. I am EMT-B and CPR/BLS certified. I have a lot of experience with newborns, infants, toddlers, and school-age children.

Rebecca K. says "Heidi has been caring for my 10 year old son for the past couple months. She always communicates well and participates in a lot of fun activities with my...

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Angelica C.

Manchester, CT

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Angelica and I am a 24-year-old who has been babysitting for 6+ years. I'm great newborns, infants, toddlers, and dogs! I love exploring and the outdoors, so if your kids love rocks and fossils, we'll get along great. Pets are absolutely encouraged, let me socialize with your pet lizard. I believe in respecting...

Care Member says "Great, responsive, good communicator. I like working with Angelica."

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Leticia D.

Part-time Care Giver, Pet Sitter, And Tutor

South Windsor, CT

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
Hello, My name is Leticia and I am in my 5th year of teaching. Currently I am a 1st grade teacher. I have a Master's in Elementary Education from Eastern and a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Conservation and Sustainability. I grew up working with kids through babysitting and camp and then decided to become a teacher! I...

Joumana A. says "We hired Leticia for a date night. She was very punctual, very friendly and trustworthy. The kids and I loved her! She was engaging with them, and I was...

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Kimberly M.

Kim

South Windsor, CT

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am mother of two daughters, ages 26 and 24 and a 12-year-old son. I live in South Windsor. I am a former DCF licensed foster parent and have cared for over 20 children ranging from age 2 through 17 over a four-year span. I have a sincere desire to enhance the lives of others. My background is in supporting adults and children...

Nancy Z. says "Kim was hired to take care of my 92 year old mother with slight dementia. She took excellent care of her, was very caring and patient with her. Very...

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Nekea J.

I'm The Fun Sitter That You Need

Vernon Rockville, CT

5.0(1)
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$21/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
Personality, honest, creative, ambitious I like working with kids because they keep you on your feet. I love seeing there faces light up when they learn new things. I've worked with children over 10 years in windsor public schools. I'm looking for a job that's flexible and will let me bring my child with me. I started...

Care Member says "Nekea J. Is an incredibly compassionate and sincere person that takes pride on her work. She is always willing to go the extra mile and provide...

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Jessica C.

Babysitter

Willington, CT

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
My name is Jessica and I would love to meet with you to potentially be your Nanny, care taker or babysitter! I'm a very outgoing and loving person especially with kids! Growing up I have always been the babysitter for my family members and I've just really grown to love being around kids and their fun/adorable nature. I am...

Kerry A. says "Jessica was absolutely amazing and was a great addition to our family for the year she was with us! We have a special needs child who had a lot of extra...

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Ariana P.

Experienced Sitter/Nanny Perfect For Your Family!

Vernon Rockville, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
My name is Ariana & I am from Vernon, CT. I love caring for kids & would love to be your next sitter/nanny. I currently work as a Senior Family Support Provider/Team Lead (Parent Educator) for prenatal mothers & mothers with children up to 5 years old. In this position, my main focus is to encourage child development & target...

Olivia G. says "Ariana is my first choice when I need child care. She's kind, loving, nurturing, and silly. She loves to play and she's very creative. When she's around,...

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Caprice W.

Enfield, CT

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I have worked at two daycares in the span of five years. The first daycare I worked at closed down, but during the summer I work at another part time. I am both CPR and first aid certified. I am well versed in handling adolescent children at 5+ months and school-aged children as well. I am a nonsmoker and non-drinker. I take the...

Melissa M. says "We feel so lucky to have found Caprice! She's a great communicator and very responsible! Our daughter loves her enthusiastic personality and cheerful...

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Rebecca C.

My Name Is Rebecca, I Study Elementary Education And I Am Looking For A Part Time Job.

Broad Brook, CT

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience
I'd describe my personality as kind, responsible, determined I like working with kids because I love watching them become themselves. Seeing all the new ideas and perceptions they have. I started working with kids when I was 13. Since then I have gone to school and received a Bachelor degree in Elementary Education. I love...

Meghan S. says "We have known Rebecca for several years. She first began babysitting our 9 month old 6 years ago. She is wonderful with children. She is reliable and...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.64/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Ellington, CT

Babysitters in Ellington, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Holley S.

Holley was absolutely incredible managing my three little ones! Ages 6,4, and 1. She did such a a great job with my oldest who is so...

- Jasmirra B.

Heidi S.

Heidi has been caring for my 10 year old son for the past couple months. She always communicates well and participates in a lot of fun...

- Rebecca K.

Angelica C.

Great, responsive, good communicator. I like working with Angelica.

- Care member

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Ellington, CT:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Ellington, 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 11 babysitters in Ellington, CT on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.

The average rate for Ellington, CT babysitters on Care.com is $20.64 per hour as of July 2025. 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Ellington, CT through Care.com. As of 2025, 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.

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