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60 babysitters are listed in Portland, CT
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Portland, CT
Lauren M.
Higganum, CT
$15-20/hr
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Lauren! I am a huge animal lover and would love to help take care of your pet(s) while you are away or simply need some dog waking on the weekends! I know how to administer medication to the dog if needed. I also love to make sure they are comfortable and happy while you are away so lots of walks, playing time,...
Lauren can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am currently a student at Wesleyan University, and would love to get back into the job I love; babysitting! Growing up in a large family, I've always had to watch and care for children, allowing for plenty of experience both informally and professionally. I am enthusiastic, positive, and patient, and am SO excited to work...
Aya can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Aya has been a fantastic addition to our family. She is punctual, polite, and my kids adore her. We really missed her while she went home for the summer and can't wait to have her sit for us again!"
Jessica G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Mike! I am a 30-year-old special ed teacher living in Rocky Hill. I have been working in special ed for 9 years, specializing in adolescents (age 11-21) with challenging behaviors. I was a founding member of The Mill School in VT, a cutting edge school for this population. I currently teach math and science at Venture...
5.0
"Michael was excellent with my son who has special needs. He helped my son to manage his challenging behaviors and my son always had a great time with him. Michael was punctual, trustworthy and reliable. I would definitely hire him again if needed in the future!"
Angela F.
Kristin P.
Rocky Hill, CT
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started babysitting when I was 12 years old, since then I have received my Associates in Arts degree with a focus in Psychology in May 2018, coached preschool and kinder gymnastics, volunteered in two 1st grade classes, and have been the full time nanny for a few families. I worked a full time position as the nanny for a 2 yr...
Kristin can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kristin is the absolute BEST! Our 4-year-old son has autism and is basically attached to my hip 24/7, but when Kristin comes to babysit, my son is more than happy to leave my side and hang out with her. She also watched two neuro diverse 4-year-olds (my son and his...
Brittany H.
Janina M.
Middletown, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have loved working with children since I was a child myself! I have over 17 years of experience, including nannying as well as running an outdoor preschool in Los Angeles for three years. I'm an artist and an adventurer at heart. Safety and communication are extremely important to me. I love to create a world with little ones...
Janina can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have know Janina for over 10 years. I hired her to help me take care of my twin boys who were born in 2008. She worked for us for 2 years. Many years later, after returning from living in CA, she moved in with our family and helps me with the children. I have a...
Laura S.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Part Time Care Giver & Pet Sitter.
Joann can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet transportation, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet sitting & more
5.0
"Joann is very personable and was great to work with. She walked and fed our dog, and sent cute pictures. She also sent a map picture of how far they had walked - it was very cool!"
Lori M.
Erin B.
Berlin, CT
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Mrs Erin, I provide creativity, healthy lifestyle, an enthusiastic energy alongside being punctual, treating your children with love and being very proactive! I am BLS certified and have multiple years of experience. I'm currently with an amazing family but have a few days open. I am open for part-time or just if someone...
Erin can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Erin is a kind and patient soul with many years of child care and development wisdom. She takes her time to get to know your kids, you, and the dynamics of your family. She is respectful, intuitive, incredibly thoughtful, and brings fun, silliness, and gentle...
Emily H.
Niya E.
Middletown, CT
$15-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I Am A College Student Looking For Work While I'm Home On Break!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a junior at Worcester State University in Massachusetts and will be home for winter break. I am looking for work when I come back to school in the Worcester area after January 16th. I have babysat for many family and I have also worked with kids as a camp counselor for the past 5 years and love working and being with kids....
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi families! My name is Becca and I am 26 years old. I recently competed my doctorate of physical therapy program from Quinnipiac University. I am currently studying for my boards exam in January and looking for some babysitting opportunities!
A little bit more about me - I love to hike, rock climb, and spend time outdoors. I...
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rebecca was hired to stay with my 12 year old. She was friendly and helpful and my daughter really enjoyed the time with Rebecca. Rebecca arrived when expected and communication prior to the hire date was excellent."
Kari M.
4.7
(3)
Hi there, I'm Taylor and I have been babysitting for over 8 Years. I have experience working with all ages and also experience with special needs. I love taking care a kids.
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"I have known Taylor since she was two years old. She is a loving, caring, responsible young woman. She is dependable and always has a smile on her face very up beat ! Treats my daughter like and little sister. Love her !! "
Karen R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
Let me briefly introduce myself,
My name is Melinda and I am 27 years old. I live in East Hampton, CT and currently finishing my Social Work Degree. While in school I have been very fortunate to work and create wonderful relationships with many wonderful families providing my services being either a Nanny or Babysitter....
Melinda can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Melinda is an amazing babysitter that wish I would have found earlier. She came to our family after having a bad experience and instantly bonded with both of my kids, quickly becoming their most favorite babysitter! She is attentive, creative, and fun. She often...
Andrea L.
Sarah O.
Newington, CT
$18-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sarah and I have a Masters Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis. I have been working with children for over 5 years in a variety of settings from daycares, elementary schools to outplacement schools and have been babysitting since I was 13! I currently work at an elementary school as a registered behavior...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Sarah is an amazing educator! We were very lucky to have her nanny our two kids this spring. She kept them engaged with games, projects and crafts and helped our kindergartner with her remote learning. She is creative, patient and fun, and our kids love her. We...
Maggie C.
Francesca D.
Berlin, CT
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey! I'm 24 and I've been babysitting for basically the past 10 years. I have tons of experience working at a school in Berlin, and this past year I've been working as a special education paraprofessional. I'm currently looking for a job for the summer.
Francesca can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Wonderful with my 3 month old son! She is always on time and even helps with my dogs. Hope to keep her as our sitter as long as we need her. Would call her anytime we need someone. "
Veronica G.
Hailey C.
Higganum, CT
$10-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I love interacting and caring for children. I have a lot of experience as I have been a lifeguard for the past 2 summers where I would guard the East Haddam Rec Dept. summer camp as well as a ski instructor for 3 years for children ages 4-6 at Mt. Snow in VT. Additionally I have babysat a few different families in the area....
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hailey has been caring for my son when I go to work until he gets on the school bus. She has always been punctual even with such an early start and so reliable. She has been very flexible with hours and helped out when she could and excellent with following up and...
Jennifer E.
5.0
(1)
I have experience with children from ages 0 to 11. I watched my nephew for almost 6 years. My care for him was changed diapers, fed him, put him to sleep, through out his time in school I helped him with homework and also took him at parks. I also cared for other children for years. I have a 2-year-old daughter now and it the...
Besarta can also help with: Light cleaning, travel
Shelby P.
Newington, CT
$20/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Shelby! I am a graduate from Roger Williams University who started babysitting at just 15 years old. Since then I have babysat for multiple families on both a long-term and short-term basis in both RI and CT, and I was also a camp counselor at an overnight camp in Maine. I am lifeguard/CPR certified and first-aid...
Shelby can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Shelby is a very kind, engaging and would be a great addition to anyone looking for a sitter. She was great with my kids (8 and 11) and also with my two small dogs. The kids and dogs both loved her. She worked very early mornings and late nights. She was always on...
Karen S.
Lindsey C.
Wethersfield, CT
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Looking for a confident, and experienced child care provider? I have been a teacher at BrightPath Child Care Center for 2 years now, and I LOVE working with newborns/infants, but I have experience working with all ages. I also have many years of experience babysitting and nannying in the past! Meeting your family's needs, and...
Lindsey can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lindsey and our daughter bonded immediately! She was the first person who watched our daughter outside our family so what a relief to see how quickly they cared for each other."
Rebecca M.
Hannah R.
Moodus, CT
$19-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As the oldest of 5 children, I have spent my whole life babysitting. It has given me the experience to deal with any situation. I have also worked for four families over the past 2 years. With one family, I spent the summers watching their four young children who were all under the age of 7. With another family, I watched two...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
5.0
"I have had Hannah’s help for about two months so far and have been so pleased . I have a 3 year old and a 9 month old , and she is always one step ahead with taking care of their needs. She has a very caring nature and makes sure the kids are well taken care of. "
Ashley K.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
l have experience caring for children of all ages including: newborns, toddlers, and elementary/middle school kids. I was a Korean cooking instructor at adult education in 2 different towns and I was teaching Korean language classes for adult students. I enjoy it very much and I can teach your children some basic Korean language...
Hyuenju can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hyuenju is the best nanny you can ever get. I recommend her 100%. I trust her entirely. She took care of my newborn for several months and she still babysits her and my 4 year old occasionally. She fed, play and put my baby to sleep and did everything perfectly....
Fernanda V.
Lauren M.
Higganum, CT
$44/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Lauren! I would like to briefly introduce myself. I am 25 years old, and I am from Haddam CT. I am currently finishing up my degree in Early Childhood education at Southern Connecticut State University. After graduating I plan to use my degree to become a kindergarten teacher. I have worked at multiple daycares...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lauren has many years of experience working with children of all ages and has a true passion for education. With her background in teaching, she would be the perfect caregiver for any family. If I had to describe Lauren in three words I'd say she is loyal,...
Devyn S.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Portland, CT
Aya A.
5.0
Aya has been a fantastic addition to our family. She is punctual, polite, and my kids adore her. We really missed her while she went home for the summer and can't wait to have her sit for us again!
- Jessica G.
Michael M.
5.0
Michael was excellent with my son who has special needs. He helped my son to manage his challenging behaviors and my son always had a great time with him. Michael was punctual, trustworthy and reliable. I would definitely hire him again if needed in the future!
- Angela F.
Kristin P.
5.0
Kristin started watching our little girl from 6 months (august 2020) on until we left the country a year later.
Kristin quickly became more than our nanny. Our daughter adored her as did we. She is very attentive and has the background from her childhood psychology classes and toddler gym...
- Kim M.
Janina M.
5.0
I have know Janina for over 10 years. I hired her to help me take care of my twin boys who were born in 2008. She worked for us for 2 years. Many years later, after returning from living in CA, she moved in with our family and helps me with the children. I have a 13 year old daughter and 10 year...
- Laura S.
Joann M.
5.0
From the moment we met Joann she was professional, personable, and just a lovely human being. She took amazing care of our dogs going above and beyond to give them the best care! We were beyond pleased with her services! Highly recommend!
- Ralph P.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Portland, CT:
How can I find a Portland babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Portland, 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 Portland, 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 Portland, CT?
The average rate for Portland, CT babysitters on Care.com is $18.45 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 Portland, CT?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Portland, 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 Portland, CT babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Portland, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.