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60 babysitters are listed in Groton, CT
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Groton, CT
4.8
(6)
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 is not your usual sitter; she goes to extra effort to structure the day to incorporate crafts, excursions, exercise and fun learning activities that all three of our children enjoy. Often my husband and I return home to find drawings, paintings or small...
Erin P.
5.0
(1)
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: Errands, personal care, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep
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.
Colleen W.
Groton, CT
$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Recent Graduate With Love For Children Seeking To Make Ends Meet With A Purpose
3.0
(2)
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: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
5.0
(1)
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...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Keira. I live in Noank, CT for the summer. I am 19 years old and am currently in college. I am interested in babysitting or a mother's helper. I can help with carpooling. I have experience working with children as I was a sailing instructor in the past. I am majoring in Psychology.
Keira can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Keira responded to my request promptly and was on time for the job. My kids had only nice things to say about her. "
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Bridgette V.
Groton, CT
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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:
Special Needs Care
CNA
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.
5.0
(1)
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, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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.
5.0
(2)
I have an Associates Degree in Gerontology (Social Services for Elderly) and worked in a nursing home as well as private duty aide for the Ct. Social Service Department. I grew up around seniors as my parents ran a private nursing home when I was a child. In the early sixties I had more Grandparents than I could imagine and they...
Marie can also help with: Errands, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care
5.0
"Marie was with my family for eight years. She was my step mother's care giver and then after her death, Marie continued in her role with my father. She made that loss bearable for my father who suffers from dementia. During her time with us, she was a kind,...
Dorothy A.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Mariah and I am 24 years old. I studied Social Work and Outdoor Leadership at Warren Wilson College. I grew up with 5 siblings, so as you can imagine, I helped around the house a bunch. I have lots of experience in general house work, pet care and child care. In the past, I have babysat for many families...
Mariah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Wow this girl is amazing. My 2yr old loves her, is so happy when she walks in the door. Mariah is very dependable and she made us feel so comfortable leaving her with our boys. Hoping she continues to work with our family for years to come!"
Danielle B.
I have taken care of all ages newborn to 13, along with taking care of my two little sisters for a long time. I am CPR and first aid certified and I have a babysitting course certification.
Alexandra can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
I am currently 25 years old and a graduate of Villanova University. I have considerable experience in babysitting from working throughout high school and college, both in after school and night time help for families. In addition, I have spent time babysitting kids over the summers while also working as a sailing instructor....
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi, I'm Emily! I have worked with children for the past 17 years. I have experience as a babysitter, camp counselor and an educator. I have an associates degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant and a bachelors in Physical Education. I love being outside, playing games and actively engaging children. I have experience with...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Mercedes P.
Groton, CT
$17/hr • 13 yrs exp
Kind , fun , happy
I started working with kids by babysitting since I was in middle school. This early experience introduced me to the joy of caring for children and sparked my passion for working with kids. Over the years, I have found my skills in nurturing, guiding, and engaging young minds, laying a foundation for my future...
Mercedes can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
CPR
I started babysitting when I was 14. I am from a large family so I had always babysat for my siblings, nieces, and nephews.
I have 3 years of a college education. I went to school for elementary education. I have always loved working with children.
I have worked 3 nanny positions. My first one was for a family of 3, 1 girl and...
Mary can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Hi my name is Charlotte M. I am a competitive horseback rider and I compete throughout the US. This coming Fall I will be going into my freshman year at Trinity college. I am CPR certified and I have also taken many babysitting courses. I specialize in newborns, infants, and toddlers, but I have experience with all ages. I come...
Charlotte can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Andrea, and I am an auntie to 2 nieces and 2 nephews, all under the age of 10. I have been working on and off as a babysitter for about 10 years now, and enjoy getting to know the families of the kiddos I've cared for. I am warm-hearted, energetic, patient, and enjoy spending my time reading, crafting and being...
Andrea can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey! I'm Marrisa, I'm 24, and I'm currently a paraprofessional at a high school working 1:1 with a special needs student. Prior to this job, I worked at a daycare for about 2. 5 years and before that I was at a different daycare for about a year. I was mostly in infant and toddler classrooms, but I have experience with preschool...
Marrisa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Alyssa F.
Groton, CT
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My names Alyssa, I'm 25 and have over 3 years of daycare working experience as well as 10 years of babysitting experience. I love arts and crafts and sensory play. I am also CPR certified.
Alyssa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Nicole E.
Groton, CT
$15-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have been babysitting since I was in 7th grade. I graduated in May 2023 in early childhood education (Pre-K to 4th Grade). I am substitute teaching during the school year as I look for a full time job. I am awaiting my Connecticut Certification as I went to school in Pennsylvania.
I am look to nanny for a family during the...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Gabrielle G.
Groton, CT
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Senior Home Caregiver/Child Care Provider With An Empathetic Heart And Hearty Work Ethic.
To simply put it, I love making people smile or feel good about themselves. Working as a CNA in a multitude of environments has given me the confidence I so desired to be out on my own helping others. With 10 yrs of mixed experience between long term, rehab, respite, hospice, and in home care I can handle any and all...
Gabrielle can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Groton, CT
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
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.
Jennifer M.
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 ask for!
- Care member
Keira F.
5.0
Kiera was punctual, pleasant and playful with our child.
- Joseph D.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Groton, CT:
How can I find a Groton babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Groton, 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 45 babysitters in Groton, 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 Groton, CT?
The average rate for Groton, CT babysitters on Care.com is $16.82 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 Groton, CT?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Groton, 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 Groton, CT babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Groton, CT are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.