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60 babysitters are listed in Oxford, CT
The average rate is $16/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Oxford, CT
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Marie and I am a creative, kind, reliable, and patient babysitter with 6 years of experience working with infants and kids of all ages. I love crafting, reading, spending time outside, board games, homework and more! I would love to get to know your kids and take care of them well. I have experience working with...
Marie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi Parents,
My Name is Vanessa. I have been working as a full-time nanny for over 15 years. I've been on my current job for almost 5 years, taking care of an almost 5-year-old boy. I am looking for a new full-time position now that I am relocating to CT. I love what I do and very much enjoy all aspects of child-care, especially...
Vanessa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Vanessa has been with our family for 4 and a half years, since my son was 6 months old. She truly became part of our family, and to say our son ADORES her is an understatement. She has potty-trained him, helped with meals, gotten him off to first days of school,...
Jennifer G.
Vanessa S.
Naugatuck, CT
$24-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Looking For A Job As A Babysitter. I Consider Myself To Be Careful, Caring, Trustworthy
5.0
(2)
I am well educated, calm and responsible. I am affectionate, discreet, organized and creative. I am 42 years old, have three grown children and studied pedagogy, worked as a caregiver in a daycare center and have extensive experience in child care. I am very flexible and willing to dialogue, I consider that the good conversation...
Vanessa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Vanessa has worked with us for 7 months and we will all be sad to let her go in a month. I'm a teacher, so I am home all summer, that's why I don't need a full time nanny from mid June to mid August, and she needs a job all year round.
Vanessa is a responsible...
Maria D.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Cristina I'm 22 years old. I just graduated with my bachelors in psychology and am currently am going for my masters in school counseling. I have babysat/nannied various ages and love them all!! I don't mind running errands or taking the kids to their activities. I love animals and don't mind watching them as...
Cristina can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"I highly recommend Christina as she reliable and dependable. I have 3 children ( twins that are 5 and a 6 year old) that are always very excited to see her."
Allison L.
Cheyenne C.
Shelton, CT
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I Am Fun,funny Caring And Lovable And I Will Make You Laugh And Amile Untill You Tummy Hurts!
5.0
(1)
I love disney. I collect disney snow globes. I have seen beauty & the best on Broadway at least 10x. I love animals. I have a dog name sophie and a cat name Minnie.. they are my world.
I'd describe my personality as caring, friendly, patient
I like working with kids because they make me happy, they are just so simple minded...
Cheyenne can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel
4.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello All!
Thank you for clicking on my profile! I am very experienced in child care. I have over 15 years of experience in child care and I have four children of my own. I mostly have experience with infants and toddlers, but I am open to children of all ages. I have great references from my past and current employers. I am...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ahlam took care of my 5 year old son FT, M-F when I went back to work outside of the home. She was wonderful and treated my son like part of her family. He is a tough kid with many challenges and she embraced him with open arms. She is a very loving, nurturing...
Courtney B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I grew up babysitting my younger siblings until I was old enough to watch other's children alone. I've taken ample of child and human development courses in high school and college which has given me an insight to the developmental, emotional and physical development your child needs to thrive! In addition to my education I was...
Kayla can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kayla is the second oldest of four children. She began watching her younger siblings at a young age. She's always done well keeping them occupied. She's a great caregiver. :) "
Jessica G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a special education teacher in New Britain, CT at a Therapeutic Day School and I have experience with children with mild to severe special needs. I teach dance and love sharing my passion for the arts with our youth. I have been babysitting and nannying for 11 years on and off depending on my work schedule. I am trained in...
Zoe can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Really cannot say enough great things about Zoe. She FAR EXCEEDED my expectations. Always on time, always creative with teaching my kids new things, took on extra responsibilities beyond what I asked her to do. Mostly, above all, all my kids felt a special...
Donnasue G.
4.9
(12)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
I am a fun-loving childcare professional with a great amount of experience and absolutely love children. I am a registered Music Together teacher, professional organizer, babysitter, pet sitter, and house sitter. I taught in Monroe as an elementary after-school teacher, in Trumbull as a preschool teacher assistant, and was a...
Dustina can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Dustina has babysat for us a couple of times and has been prompt, pleasant and sings to my toddler daughter when she is battling bed time. She is our first line of defense for date night and she likes our dogs (and they like her)."
Haley S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I enjoy caring for animals. As a pet owner myself I make sure to provide each animal I take care with quality care. I follow all schedules including feedings, walks, and clean ups. I also engage in play and exercise helping your pet stay active. Companionship is also at the top of the list. It's my job for your pet to be both...
Danielle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Danielle is excellent with my dog Bear. He's always so happy when she comes to watch him. She's very attentive to him, plays with him, feeds him and takes him out. I never worry about my boy when Danielle is watching him."
Denis L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a recent Yale School of Nursing graduate who is currently studying for my APRN board exam. Nursing is my second career - I previously worked as a teacher for 6 years. I spent 3 of these years teaching middle school math, and also have a background in elementary education. I am a certified EMT-B, and hold both a BLS (Basic...
Stacey can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Stacey was great. She came to meet my kids before the actual sitting date, was responsible about time and picking up/driving kids to various places, and engaged my 12 year old in fun activities. Everyone (my 10, 12, and 14 year old) gave her a thumbs up. I will...
Pamela L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a kind, loving and attentive professional. I have over 15 years experience of childcare. I am a certified elementary and ESL teacher. I have experience as a Teacher, Teacher Aide, Baby Nurse, Nanny, Camp Counselor, Pet and Babysitter. I am currently available to help you with child care.
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Maria cared for our baby girl starting at 3 weeks. Maria visited five nights per week for six weeks and was so very caring, engaging, and loving! Our little girl was in a great mood every morning after spending nights with Maria. We would hire Maria again; she is...
Jack B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Since my first day of being employed as a summer camp counselor, I fell in love with working with children. I spent the best summer of my life there, building relationships with kids ages 5-13. My job included creating a fun atmosphere for groups of up to 12 children at a time while providing guidance and enforcing safety and...
Marissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Marissa has sat for my two girls (ages 7 and 4) several times and they love her! She is fun and energetic and they always look forward to seeing her! We highly recommend Marissa!"
Kristine S.
Tamarrah H.
Ansonia, CT
$30/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! My name is Tamarrah. I have nine years of paid babysitting/nannying experience including children from infants up to teenage years. I absolutely love working with children and seeing how they all develop into their own being. I think it's so special to be a part of a child's life and get to see all that they...
Tamarrah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
5.0
"Tamarrah was the best decision we could’ve made for our family. She communicated well with us, always showed up on time and the love she showed for our baby was amazing to watch. They created such a strong bond and we were sad when we had to move because we weren’t...
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Anne B.
Woodbridge, CT
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have many years of experience between raising 6 children and having had a cleaning company. I am a non-smoker and comfortable with pets. Enjoy organizing and being a mothers helper.
Chantel R.
Sandy Hook, CT
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have a lot of experience taking care of pets I grew up various pets. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting.
Chantel can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Chantel was amazing with our daughter. Our daughter would run to hug her at drop off in the mornings and truly loves her! She has such a calm demeanor interacting with the kids and always communicated any updates with us. We highly recommend Chantel as a caregiver."
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5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi:) My name is Gracie and I am 19 years old. I hope you are doing well!
I graduated from high school in 2022 and I have been nannying full time since I was 12. My goal is to save up enough money and be able to travel full time, and then eventually settle down with a family of my own! I absolutely love traveling and being...
Gracie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Gracie is the best. I am hesitant to write such a wonderful review so she doesn't get booked up. But really she was so wonderful with both of my children. My son is on the spectrum and she was incredible with him. I will be rehiring her again very soon."
Betsy M.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a college graduate and third grade literacy tutor with experience in child care. I am the eldest of four children, and provided babysitting for multiple children households during high school for three years. I have received first aid and CPR training through my previous work assisting special needs adults in their...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Megan was always on time and very responsible"
Shirley P.
Rebecca C.
Ansonia, CT
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Early Childhood Education Major With 3 Years Of Experience, Looking For Babysitting Opportunities.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Since I was 15, I have been caring for children ages 7 and under. I've been a babysitter, tutor, a counselor and teachers-aide in a preschool. I am currently a assistant teacher. I love reading, singing, and doing crafts. I
have a bachelor degree in early childhood education, as well!
Rebecca can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Becca was great with our baby! She showed up early, comforted our fussy little boy and got him to nap almost immediately (we can never get him to nap), was super attentive and relaxed/easygoing, and a pleasure to speak with and have over. Also very responsive to...
Emily L.
Anna M.
Seymour, CT
$22/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My names Anna and i'm looking for a family to provide my services. Im 23, and have a very positive attitude. I'm also very active so I don't mind taking the kids to the park, etc. If any help with homework is needed id be happy to provide! A little bit about my experience: I provided nanny services every day after...
Anna can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Anna is a great woman that is very dedicated and motivated. She is great with children, plus she can drive!"
Hannah S.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Oxford, CT
Vanessa M.
5.0
Vanessa has been with our family for 4 and a half years, since my son was 6 months old. She truly became part of our family, and to say our son ADORES her is an understatement. She has potty-trained him, helped with meals, gotten him off to first days of school, and been there for many of the 'big'...
- Jennifer G.
Vanessa S.
5.0
Vanessa is calm, creative and lovely. It's very hard to describe with words the connection between her and our son. We wished taking her with us when we moved out of Boston!
Thank you very much Vanessa!
- Marco M.
Cristina C.
5.0
I highly recommend Christina as she reliable and dependable. I have 3 children ( twins that are 5 and a 6 year old) that are always very excited to see her.
- Allison L.
Ahlam A.
5.0
Ahlam took care of my 5 year old son FT, M-F when I went back to work outside of the home. She was wonderful and treated my son like part of her family. He is a tough kid with many challenges and she embraced him with open arms. She is a very loving, nurturing caregiver that truly enjoys what she...
- Courtney B.
Kayla G.
5.0
She did a great job with my 3 year old. He enjoyed his time with her. She was flexible with hours and was on time.
- Morgan S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Oxford, CT:
How can I find a Oxford babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Oxford, 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 30 babysitters in Oxford, 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 Oxford, CT?
The average rate for Oxford, CT babysitters on Care.com is $16.97 per hour as of June 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 Oxford, CT?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Oxford, 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 Oxford, CT babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Oxford, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.