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203 babysitters are listed in New Haven, CT
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in New Haven, CT
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Hannah, and I would love to work for your family. I am currently working as a special education paraprofessional at a middle school, and am set to start my masters degree in Arts Administration in the fall.
My experience with children began in middle and high school when I served as a teaching assistant at a...
5.0
"I have known Hannah since she was three years old. She was a preschool student in my group many years ago. She was a vibrant, lively little girl and she is a vibrant young woman. She has come back to substitute teach for us and I can recommend her without...
Kathy M.
Gelanie C.
New Haven, CT
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Gelanie and I am currently a college student doing remote learning. I have several years experience in child care starting since the age of 14! I am certified in CPR and First Aid, and work at a daycare as an assistant teacher for toddlers. Through my job there, I take courses in Early Childhood Education to...
Gelanie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gelanie was a great babysitter for my grandchildren ages 5-10. She was responsible, attentive, caring,
creative and good-natured. She is well educated and bilingual. When she had to set limits with the children, she never raised her voice but gave clear
and...
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Samantha Y.
New Haven, CT
$15-23/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I'm a responsible and nurturing babysitter with a background in early childhood education. I understand the importance of creating a safe and engaging environment where children can thrive. My goal is not just to ensure their well-being but also to foster a sense of joy and curiosity.
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Sam was very respectful of the home and my daughter absolutely loves her. Would recommend her to anyone."
Omar T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an undergraduate student at Yale, and have a fairly flexible schedule.
I love kids, and they seem to enjoy my company, too! I'm looking forward to meeting yours and hanging out with them. I want to make sure my time with them is safe and fun.
I'd love to chat further, whether online, on the phone, or in-person. Looking...
Lumisa can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"A great communicator. Went above and beyond to learn about the kids before meeting them. Was very good with the kids and had meaningful activities with them."
Michele K.
Olivia D.
New Haven, CT
$15-17/hr • 8 yrs exp
Friendly And Active Nanny/sitter With A Flexible Schedule
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am Olivia and I am in my mid twenties. I work in sales so I have a flexible schedule. I live far from family and have extra free time which is why I'm looking for some side work to fill my time. Some of my responsibilities include cooking, cleaning, and providing rides to and from practice. I can also assist with chores,...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Olivia is a dependable and responsible sitter. My girls loved her. I could always depend on her to help out with the dog and bring the kids to their after school activities. We are so sad to see her off to college. "
Kristen A.
Bethel M.
New Haven, CT
$14-19/hr
5.0
(1)
I have taken care of kids ages through 9months to 13 years. I have experience with pets dogs and cats. I can help with housekeeping duties preparing meals and do laundry etc.
Bethel can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! 27 years old and a former au pair from Brazil. I'm looking for either full time or part time positions (live-in or live out). I've been working for the same family for the last 2 years taking care of 4 kids aged 13, 10, 5 and 3. Before that I was working as a teacher in brazil, in a bilingual kindergarten with children from...
Mickaelle can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mickaelle arrived early and was patient with my son who took a few minutes to warm up. She was very engaged with him, singing songs and playing with him. That made it easy for me to leave with no tears on his end. While I was gone, she shared updates with me, and...
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Chantel O.
New Haven, CT
$16-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi My Name Is Chantel And I Would Love To Work With You!
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as funny, understanding, and creative.
I like working with kids because I grew up with a big family!
I started working with kids when I was a teenager and I've always loved kids and enjoyed playing and helping them out.
In my spare time, I like to do art, drawing, painting, crafts and listening to...
Chantel can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Chantel did a wonderful job; she went above and beyond caring for our two boys. She kept them happy, safe, entertained, and clean for the time we were out, and was wonderful and attentive as we were talking about their care and needs."
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5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! With me part of you care team, you get over 30 combined years in ECE, day care, home care, and as Birth/Postpartum support. My latest assignment has been with a 3-year-old and his 2-year-old brother (both since birth). I am off for the summer and looking for temporary assignments, June & July.
I believe in using play,...
Voleta can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We strongly recommend Voleta. She has endless patience and is really excellent with children. My daughter really adores her, as do we. She is very caring, dependable, trustworthy and easy to deal with. We never once worried about our daughter's safety. She's truly...
Peifeng R.
Hello, my name is Kathleen G. I am a mom of two beautiful girls ages 6 and 9. I am looking to help some families in need of childcare. I have lots of references, including parents whose child(dren) I have cared for. I have flexible availability and over 10 years of experience. I look forward to hearing from you and all about...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Hi! My name is Shannon and I'm a babysitter/nanny originally from New York! I have 10+ years with children, including 5+ teaching ages 6 to 15. I have experience with after school help, homework help, and have my own transportation to get the kiddos to and from school if needed. I also have experience with kids who are...
Shannon can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Hi! I have plenty of experience taking care of children of all age groups. First started with summer camp jobs, working with kindergarten- middle school aged. Then when I became a mom, I babysat from newborn-middle school age children within my years of being a stay at home mom :) currently have a toddler at home and older...
Annie can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Hello! My name is Rachel and I am 27 years old. I'm a responsible and caring individual who has always been passionate about working with children. I love to spend time outside, exercising and reading. I currently work as a speech-language pathologist in an elementary school and I'm looking for occasional babysitting...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Hi there! I just moved here from California to pursue my graduate degree in School Psychology after studying Cognitive Science at UC Berkeley (I can also offer tutoring services). I have been a babysitter for over eight years, working with a wide variety of families and always establishing really strong connections with them. I...
Brigitte can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am a fun loving, creative, and responsible 31-year-old non-profit professional taking a sabbatical and looking for part-time to full-time recurring babysitting and nanny positions. I have 15 years of babysitting experience ranging from occasional parents' date-nights to full-time nannying for children and infants. I have...
Jane can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
As a passionate psychology student, I always strive to understand others and their perspectives while maintaining a steadfast curiosity of the world around me. Through my education, I have gained an increased understanding of child development, behavior management, and effective communication with both children and parents...
Corbin can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Miranda R.
New Haven, CT
$18/hr • 4 yrs exp
New Haven Tutor And Babysitter: Compassionate, Reliable, And Highly Educated
I started working with kids when I was just 14. My neighbors had two children under the age of 3. I started sitting for them several nights a week. I then started taking more opportunities and began offering tutoring services.
I became a college admissions advisor for Matriculate and later taught Yale Young Global Scholars,...
Miranda can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Fezile, 31 years old. I have 1 year experience as an au pair and a little of experience taking care of my nieces a nephews growing up.
I enjoy being around people, being able to help others in every way I can. I have been a senior caregiver for the last couple of years, and it's been an absolute joy. Most importantly...
Fezile can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi there!
My name is Riley, I am currently going back to school to become a registered nurse and looking to babysit with my free time! My class schedule allows me tons of flexibility to be able to work with your schedule. I absolutely love kids, and spend my weekends coaching youth lacrosse and soccer. I have been a camp...
Riley can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
I absolutely love caring for children and have more than 3 years of babysitting experience, particularly with children 2-10 years old. My top priority when I babysit is safety, but I also make sure to interact with the children through playing games, helping with arts and crafts projects, and playing outside or going to the...
Sara can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in New Haven, CT
Hannah K.
5.0
Hannah worked as a counselor and administrator for the Audubon Arts summer program at Neighborhood Music School. She is not only incredibly talented and fun, but she has a wonderful way with children. She is engaging, interesting, and enjoys the energy and excitement of working with young children....
- Anne T.
Gelanie C.
5.0
Gelanie was a great babysitter for my grandchildren ages 5-10. She was responsible, attentive, caring,
creative and good-natured. She is well educated and bilingual. When she had to set limits with the children, she never raised her voice but gave clear
and firm directions as to appropriate...
- Care member
Samantha Y.
5.0
Samantha was polite, responsive, and super easy to work with.
- Sammy G.
Lumisa B.
5.0
Lumisa is hands down the best babysitter we've ever had, and we’re sad to have her leave New Haven for the summer! She is caring, patient, and fun. From the beginning, she made note of our family’s needs, and adapted to them. She also provides regular text updates if we’ll be away for a long stretch...
- Care member
Olivia D.
5.0
Olivia is wonderful!! She babysat for us regularly, helping with before school care, school drop offs, and date nights. She was also our house sitter/dog sitter for a week when we were away. My girls (and dog!) love her! She is extremely dependable and is always available when we need her (even on...
- Alexandra L.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in New Haven, CT:
How can I find a New Haven babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in New Haven, 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 203 babysitters in New Haven, 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.
How much do babysitters charge in New Haven, CT?
The average rate for New Haven, CT babysitters on Care.com is $19.38 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 New Haven, CT?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in New Haven, 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 New Haven, CT babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in New Haven, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 75 reviews of the 203 listed babysitters.