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Elena V.

Stamford, CT

5.0(0)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
grocery shopping
I had worked in finance my whole career before moving to United States about 12 years ago and ever since I have been working in pre school as well as babysitting on the side. I have CPR certification, parent's recommendations and previous pre school referrals. I have raised two daughters of my own (41 and 34 years old). I'm...
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Isra S.

Stamford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
Hi My name is Isra, I am a 30-year-old Registered nurse. I've been working with kids for over 10 years ranging from infants to 16-year-olds. I have my own transportation. I can also help with laundry, light housework and cooking. I am reliable, energetic and efficient. I would love the opportunity to work with you and your...

Kathy B. says "Isra was the best nanny we ever had!! My daughter still talks about her time with her. Isra was with our family for over a year and if we had not moved...

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Monica B.

Hi My Name Is Monica

Norwalk, CT

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
8 years experience
I have experience in taking care of newborns and toddlers. I have experience in giving baths, changing diapers, walking, and feeding children. I personally have 4 children of my own the ages from 14 - 40 years and I have 3 grandchildren. In the past I've taken care of special needed children. I took care of a 9 months old boy...

Dennis C. says "Monica is a highly respected professional care giver. She has integrity, is compassionate, highly skilled , trustworthy ,caring and very personable....

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Ashley F.

Norwalk, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello, my name is Ashley and I am a 27-year-old professional with seven years of experience working with children of all ages. Currently, I am employed as a behavioral technician in the Stamford, CT area. I hold CPR certification and am pursuing a degree in psychology to further my work with children and their families. I am...

Care Member says "Ashely is an awesome, upbeat, flexible nanny with a lot of daycare experience and an endless supply of creative activities. Our infant loved her. "

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Melanie R.

Looking For Full Time/Part Time Job Well Experience Nanny For 18 Years

Stamford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
Well- mannered and responsible with the great interpersonal skill who has a great deal of experience and interest in children and their development. Family Oriented, Reliable, Dependable, Outgoing. I'm in this field for more than 21 years I love being with the kids I want to read with them , playing games , art and craft, and...

Liz F. says "I've known Melanie for many years. She's down-to-earth, caring, and very reliable. She exhibits an impressive work ethic and gives her 100% in everything...

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Tia Z.

Stamford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello! I'm Tia, I am currently a student at Columbia dental school. I am off for the summer! I love keeping kids entertained and am great at helping with homework

Kristina P. says "Tia is great, and I hope I have the opportunity to hire her again! She babysat my two girls (6 and 3) full-time for two weeks while my husband and I...

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Allison L.

Summer Babysitter

Cross River, NY

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Allie and I am 21-year-olds going into my senior year of college as a nursing student at James Madison University. I live in Cross River and would love to help care for someones family over the summer. Whether it's a babysitter, mothers helper, or caring for an older loved one, I'd be pleased to help where I can....

Abaz N. says "My kids loved her, she was very nice to them!"

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Lyza K.

Full Time/Part Time Nanny

Stamford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
I am currently exploring different career paths and would love to help out families with childcare in my spare time. I speak three languages fluently, that include Ukrainian, Russian and English. I finished 10 years of music and I'm qualified to teach piano. I have about 10 years of experience with kids: babysitting, nannying...

Cedric L. says "The best of the best!!! My daughter absolutely loves her!!!"

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Leni B.

Stamford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
I'm an experienced and compassionate childcare provider with a passion for nurturing children's growth and development. I believe in creating a safe, stimulating environment where children can learn, play, and thrive. With seven years of experience and Early Childhood Education coursework, I'm well-equipped to handle children of...

Amanda T. says "Leni was fantastic. We instantly felt at ease with her watching our baby. Very responsive, prompt, and was lovely to work with. We can't wait to have her...

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Ava G.

Love Having The Opportunity To Spend Time With Kids And Lend A Helping Hand Whenever I Can!

Greenwich, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi there! I have 5 years of experience both with younger family members, part time work, and families in my neighborhood of all ages. I worked very closely with the Boys and Girls Club of Greenwich after school care program for children from kindergarten to middle school. I love to inspire kids to try new things and have fun...

Gabriella T. says "There isn’t enough good things I can say about Ava, she is a true gem of a person. We loved having her be apart of our family this summer and wish we...

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Kaitlyn M.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Westport, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am a compassionate, responsible, and self-sufficient older sister that has spent most of her life looking after two younger siblings to help out mom and dad. I'm interested in providing families with part-time reliable care. I have experience working with large groups of children at sleepaway summer camp, as well as experience...

Mark M. says "Kaitlyn is very helpful and takes direction well. She is respectful and responsible. She is a great mother's helper - she watches children, loves dogs,...

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Jody F.

Norwalk, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
20 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I have been caring for children for over 20 years. I have raised 3 children and just love interacting with kids. I most recently worked for a mom in Rowayton but the boys have grown up with one off to college and the other child is now driving. I was with them for over 4 years. Boys grew up and off to college. I am extremely...

Stephanie R. says "Didn't hire her this time because I had already offered the position to someone else but keeping her on my short list for the future."

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Daniela B.

Full Time Nanny With Experience

Stamford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
My name is Daniela B. , I am 31 years old, . I enjoy to stay with children and I can take care of them very well. I have experience babysitting different ages and consider myself efficient person depending of mom and dad needs. I'd describe my personality as loving, clever, best nanny I like working with kids because I love...

Mariana H. says "Daniela speaks Spanish which is very important for my family to have a Spanish speaking nanny. Daniela was wonderful with our daughter."

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Susan P.

Love Those Kids!

Weston, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
Hi! Thank you for reading my profile :-) After years of working in a medical office I came back to doing what I truly love, taking care of children. I am an outdoorsy, artsy type. I like sports, arts and crafts, and pretty much doing anything outside. I'm a very energetic, outgoing person. I really enjoy playing with, reading to...

Carol B. says "Sue absolutely loves kids - especially babies and toddlers. And kids love her. She really is Mary Poppins! She is an amazing combination of knowledge and...

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Annmarie C.

Norwalk, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
My qualifications include: I was a teachers aide for special education for 4 years and have taken care of a child with autism. I am also a Connecticut State licensed CNA with over 15 years experience in elder care with Alzheimer's and dementia. I have done cancer care and end of life care.

Mary P. says "Annmarie was a top notch child care person. She was always loving and caring with my children. She took care of 2 of my children ages 3 months and 4 years...

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Tatiana R.

Babysitting/Young Adult Sitting

Stamford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Worked for one family primarily in Old Greenwich, CT on a Full-Time basis. Supervised three children ages 15, 13 and 11. Two boys and one girl. I was with them for three years and in that time helped with daily household operations, such as tutoring, driving, planning and organizing of schedules. Basically anything kids needed...

Dana G. says "Tatianna took care of your 3 cats for an entire week. She was beyond wonderful. We have given her a key to our house for future pet sitting. She's is the...

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Nataliya P.

Professional Nanny/Babysitter

Norwalk, CT

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
Hello. My name is Nataliya. I'm professional, caring, patient, trustworthy and reliable nanny with over 18 years of experience, with great experiences and US citizenship ( originally from Europe) I love working with kids, pets and families. I have experience working with infants, twins and children with special needs. I have...

Jesse S. says "Nataliya has been with my family for 3 three years. To say that I love her is an understatement. She is reliable, trustworthy, always on time and goes...

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Beatriz J.

Stamford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I'm a live-out nanny with more than 15 years of experience, who is available a few hours during the week in the afternoon, evening. Could also be available for 3/4hours on weekends. I have certifications in CPR and First Aid. I have transportation with full covered insurance and clean driving record. I also have experience as...

Bobby F. says "Beatriz has worked for us for past 2yrs . She is amazing with kids. She was our night nurse then helped as boys got bigger . She is a gem . Would highly...

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Gladys M.

Experienced Babysitter Looking For A Full-Time Position

Norwalk, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi my name is Gladys, 63 years old. I've been taking care of little ones for over 18 years. I believe promoting a healthy and safe environment is the key for the development of infants and toddlers. Besides the personal care of the children, I'm able to help around the house and with other demands. I love to do crafts. I have...

Care Member says "Gladys has been part of our family for over 2 years and we consider her like family now. I always knew our son was safe, cared for and with a loving...

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Evelyn Z.

Stamford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
My name is Evelyn. I am a nanny from Peru who has lived in the states for 10+ years. Children have always been my passion. As long as I can remember, I have always loved holding babies, pushing toddlers on the swing, and encouraging school-age children while helping them with homework. My primary language is Spanish although I...

Giulia G. says "Evelyn is a truly wonderful and experienced nanny. She is very sweet, highly responsible, reliable, respectful and caring, and a great believer in the...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $24.65/hr as of October 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in New Canaan, CT

Babysitters in New Canaan, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Isra S.

Isra was the best nanny we ever had!! My daughter still talks about her time with her. Isra was with our family for over a year and if we...

- Kathy B.

Monica B.

Monica is a highly respected professional care giver. She has integrity, is compassionate, highly skilled , trustworthy ,caring and very...

- Dennis C.

Ashley F.

Ashely is an awesome, upbeat, flexible nanny with a lot of daycare experience and an endless supply of creative activities. Our infant loved...

- Care member

FAQs for finding a babysitter in New Canaan, CT:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in New Canaan, 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 20 babysitters in New Canaan, 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 New Canaan, CT babysitters on Care.com is $24.65 per hour as of October 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 New Canaan, 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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