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Sabrina G.


Groton, CT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Available For Senior Care, Dog Walking And Babysitting.

My senior care experience was taking care of my mother who passed away from dementia 7 years ago. I also had the pleasure of taking care of an amazing woman who I took grocery shopping, to doctor appointments, cleaned her house and just keeping her company as well making her laugh. I took care of my grandmother 20 years ago with...
Sabrina can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, errands, transportation, light cleaning
5.0
"Sabrina is a reliable, patient, and thoughtful caregiver. She brought intelligent, creative solutions to the everyday problems that need to be addressed when assisting a senior who still lived at home alone. She had a flexible schedule and handled a wide variety...

Jeffrey H.

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Colleen W.


Groton, CT

$18-25/hr7 yrs exp

Recent Graduate With Love For Children Seeking To Make Ends Meet With A Purpose

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Colleen and I recently graduated from UCONN with a degree in Biological sciences and a minor in English. I have had experience babysitting since my freshman year of high school and have also taught Pre-k to grade 5 bible classes. Throughout these experiences I have grown to love children of all ages and have felt...
Colleen can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My kids loved her and she took very good care of them. She was on time and kept them happy. Will hire again!"

Katherine G.

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Audrey T.


Waterford, CT

$19-20/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced, Fun, And Caring Babysitter

Hello there! I began my babysitting career by taking a course offered by my home town of Waterford, CT which taught safety measures, mindful ways of having fun with kids, as well as first aid. I've provided long-term services for families with children from 6 months to 9 years, and am super comfortable with children of all ages...
Audrey can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Dependable, patient, professional"

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Rachel C.


Groton, CT

$20-26/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter Available On Weekends

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Rachel. I've been babysitting on and off for family and friends since I was about 11yrs old. I also have a 3 year experience working at a professional Daycare center. And a 6 year experience working as a professional nanny. I'm comfortable working with children ages 4 weeks - 12 years. I can change diapers,...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Rachel has taken care of my 2-year-old son for about a year. Rachel is very dependable, always 5 minutes early. Rachel is very caring, kind and empathetic. Rachel’s love of children is very evident in how she interacts with him. Rachel keeps him active and is very...

Jamie D.

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Summer M.


Norwich, CT

$25-45/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I work at a local high school as a paraprofessional. I work with students with IEPs. Disabilities include: autism, mental health, learning disabilities, ADD/ADHD etc. I have also been a mentor to a now 23-year-old women who has mental health and co-morbid fetal alcohol syndrome since she was 10. I have helped her with life...
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Cebria O.


Norwich, CT

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

I am a retired Division 1 college women's basketball player with a genuine love for the next generation. That would allow me to be a long term and full time sitter/nanny. I am located in Norwich, CT. I am often referred to as a bubbly, experienced, energetic, and punctual young female that is not a traditional sitter/nanny. I'm...
Cebria can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Cebria was wonderful! We hired her as a short-term nanny while we were living in Connecticut for about six weeks, and wish we could continue to have her work with our family. She took primary care of our nine month old son during a tricky transition (dropping a...

Stephen B.

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Linda F.


Uncasville, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

PCA/Caregiver

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Welcome! NO PLACE LIKE HOME!!! My past experiences as a PCA/Caregiver given me the opportunity to learn about the personal needs of others. I have experience with elderly, mental health population, Alzheimer's/Dementia, Parkinson's, Cerebral palsy, Resident Aides and child care. assisting with any other duties as needed....
Linda can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Linda was always on time and was able to manage both my parents! Not an easy task! She was kind but assertive and always placed my parents needs first! A gem!!!"

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Diane L.


Ledyard, CT

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Seeking Position 12/26 - 12/30 2022 W/Young Kids

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am Diane L. and I am vaccinated and boosted. I am looking for f/t or p/t temporary work with up to 2 infants and/or toddlers during the week of Dec. 26 - Dec. 30, 2022. Since 2003, I've been an infant/toddler teacher at 3 local Early Childhood Education and Childcare centers, a long-term nanny for 4 families in the area,...
Diane can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Diane is an experienced professional sitter. She is very reliable and has watched my two kids, ages 2 and 4, once a week for the past 9 months. Her knowledge of young children allows her to easily suggest age appropriate activities. She shows great kindness and...

Kristen W.

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Jennifer M.


Groton, CT

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fill-in Or "Date-night" Sitter

My experience of caring for children is (along with all age babysitting) raising my own beautiful, independant, kind daughter! Now she's 20 and off at college I am officially an empty-nester and looking to fill my time. I am a fully vaccinated, 47-year-old retired pharmacist, CPR certified. I currently have been sitting for two...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jenn was amazing right from the start. She has a special way with kids and keeps them engaged and enriched. She is extremely accommodating and reinforces our family’s routines and expectations. My daughter absolutely loves her, which is the best review I could...

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Linda B.


Norwich, CT

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Housekeeper

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have personable and detail housekeeper with 15 years plus of experience. Trustworthy, friendly and highly reliable housekeeper. I will always ensure that the highest levels of cleaning is delivered at all times. I'm very sociable individual. I'm experiencing cleaning activities including sweeping , mopping, dusting and...
Linda can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, dusting & more
5.0
"Linda did a wonderful job cleaning my home. She was on time, very polite and very detail oriented. I needed help getting my house spotless to list it for sale, and she did just that! I would definitely hire Linda again!"

Abigail C.

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Sarah B.


Norwich, CT

$36/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children of all ages since I was about 12 years old. I come from a large family and began baby-sitting young. I have started for my associates in early childhood education and am CPR First Aid and CT medication administration certified. The past six years I have worked in group homes with mentally and a...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sarah cares for our two year and 10 month old boys as if they were her own. She puts them down for naps, cuddles, and read books. She makes them lunches and bottles, is super helpful with potty training and picking up after them. I could go on and on, we just...

Matthew D.

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Gianna P.


New London, CT

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I worked as a nanny for three separate infants. The first was a little girl, but she got accepted into day care at about 9 months of age. However, I found my time there to be very rewarding and I learned a lot. I worked from 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. , and I also did some light housework. I would dress the baby, feed her, play...
Gianna can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Gianna is an absolutely wonderful nanny and person. She has been nannying for our son for ~10 months, and we couldn't have asked for a better caregiver. She is reliable, loving, energetic, kind, flexible, thoughtful, the list goes on and on. We are beyond sad to...

Lindsay R.

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Amanda R.


Groton, CT

$10-50/hr3 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My name is Amanda, I am currently seeking to help out any families that need assistance with childcare. I have been an ABA Therapist for three years working with toddlers to young adults. I have previous employment as a Day Care Assistant as well as a para-professional. I am currently going to school for my Bachelors through...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Amanda was fabulous. I would absolutely hire her again. She was the perfect fit for my 13 year old daughter. "

Susan B.

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Bridgette V.


Groton, CT

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hi there! My name is Bridgette and I have been a babysitter for 12 years now. I am a CNA and have been working as a CNA for four years but still babysitting as a side gig. I was also a preschool teacher so I have loads of experience with children and love to hang out with kids. They make the day so much more interesting LOL. I...
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Bridgette has experience as a Pre-K teacher. She is patient, kind, and caring. We love having her over to our house. It feels like she is part of our family. Both our daughters love playing with her so much. She makes fun snacks with the girls and reads...

Wendy I.

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April L.


Preston, CT

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Animal Lover

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi. My name is April. I adore animals, I have a Cane Corso mastiff who is now 10 years old, and I also have 3 guinea pigs. Animals are important members of the family too! I also have experience pet sitting cats and dogs.
April can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
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Summer M.


Norwich, CT

$25-50/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Currently a graduate student, availability may change with breaks. Hi I have experience working in an elementary, middle, and a tech school in the local area. I have a CNA license and EMT certification. I am finishing up my paramedic program and I am also ACLS, PHTLS, AMLS, and PALS certified. I graduated with two bachelor...
Summer can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Summer is absolutely amazing! I honestly didn't want to write a review so I could hog her. Lol! She's a very kind and dependable person. She's very punctual and sometimes even early. She helps me out with my 6 month old. She also helps me clean and meal prep. She's...

Guntas K.

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Morgan C.


Waterford, CT

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Creative And Enthusiastic Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a college student from New Hampshire going to school for education. I have babysat for a few families since their kids were born to now, 1-12 years old. I love watching children learn and play and facilitating that, part of the reason for my love of teaching. I am fun and outgoing , creative, reliable, honest, and caring. I...
Morgan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We hired Morgan to watch our our 18 mo and 6 yo. Our whole family was so sad to see her go when her classes were back in session. Morgan is energetic, kind, and engages very well with children. We have had a few sitters this past year and Morgan is, by far, one...

Nathan G.

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Abigail R.


Bozrah, CT

$18-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with babies and young children in a variety of settings including daycare, preschool, churches, and schools. I worked in the baby rooms of a child development center for almost 3 years. I also had the joy of caring for an infant as a nanny. Infants and babies are especially dear to me. I love to have a part in...
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Abbey is a very capable, caring, and trustworthy babysitter. She nannied for us for 3 months this summer (2017), caring for our infant daughter, who was 3 to 6 months old during that time. She worked full time hours (some weeks more), and was extremely punctual...

Heather M.

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Kierstin L.


Norwich, CT

$24-27/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kierstin. I have approximately 8 years of childcare experience in multiple settings ranging from public schools to private home care. I like to encourage the kids I care for to go outside and get moving, whether it's just their backyard or a trip to the park. I also like to do crafts when the weather doesn't...
Kierstin can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Kierstin was wonderful! Warm, kind and motivated to show our kids a great time. "

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Taylor B.


Norwich, CT

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Taylor and I have worked in the childcare for three years as a toddler teacher. Although my classroom is 1. 5-2. 5-year-olds I have had the opportunity to work with all age groups. I also worked as a nanny for a family for 6 months. I currently hold my CDA (child development associate). I have a professional...
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Gales Ferry, CT

Sabrina G.

5.0

Sabrina is a reliable, patient, and thoughtful caregiver. She brought intelligent, creative solutions to the everyday problems that need to be addressed when assisting a senior who still lived at home alone. She had a flexible schedule and handled a wide variety of tasks.

- Jeffrey H.

Colleen W.

5.0

My kids loved her and she took very good care of them. She was on time and kept them happy. Will hire again!

- Katherine G.

Audrey T.

5.0

Dependable, patient, professional

- Care member

Rachel C.

5.0

We have had childcare with Rachel since before our daughter was 1. As a first time mother and former childcare worker myself, finding a trustworthy and communicative caretaker was our main priority. We could not be more pleased with our choice! She has always supported engaging experiences for our...

- Care member

Cebria O.

5.0

Cebria was wonderful! We hired her as a short-term nanny while we were living in Connecticut for about six weeks, and wish we could continue to have her work with our family. She took primary care of our nine month old son during a tricky transition (dropping a nap, moving states, becoming...

- Stephen B.

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