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74 babysitters are listed in Shelton, CT
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Shelton, CT
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Sara, I am 36years old from shelton CT.
I have been working with children for over 10 years and absolutely love it! I have worked with families with one child as well as families with multiple children. I feel comfortable watching many children at one time. Although I love working with all ages, I am especially drawn...
Sara can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I am a single mother of three children. I escaped my relationship with my abusive former husband when my children were 4 months, 2 and 6 years old. Sara was there for me when ever I needed her.
She was a wonderful caregiver and helped me raise my children for...
Marie W.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a mature, compassionate and dependable individual who is seeking a job in caring for your loved one in their time of need. . Professional references from jobs and patients. I've worked for hospice for 6 years and my duties include bathing, feeding, dressing, warm companionship, homemaking, transportation, and incontinence...
Catherine can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, home modification & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Catherine is a very loving person, extremely patient, a good listener and dedicated to her client."
Maureen O.
4.9
(16)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Johanne. I'm a certified nursing assistant /CNA/DCS Worker.
I have over 20 years+ experience. I also have worked in nursing homes, assisted living and hospitals. I have work in private home and facilities as a private aid also work with special need adult and children I have experience caring for Dementia ,...
Johanne can also help with: Dementia, home modification, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"My grandmother was and is still provided with the best care possible. It took us months to find a good fit and we found that thanks to Johanne. I moved out of the home and was terrified that I wouldn’t be able to find proper help, companionship and reliability but...
Care member
Erin B.
Shelton, CT
$18-31/hr
5.0
(1)
I am a bubbly, cheerful, and experienced pet and babysitter for over 10 years. I come from a large Italian family, know how to cook and how to make children smile. I am also quite organized and adaptable. I love nature and coming up with outdoor activities/games to do with past kids I've cared for. I'm an artist as well, arts...
5.0
"My girlfriend and I hired Erin to watch our two boys J and K on multiple occasions and we had a great experience working with her. She was everything one would hope for in a babysitter and I would recommend her highly. She was always on time and dependable and the...
Anthony K.
5.0
(1)
I love child. I already take care 2 lovely children in new Canaan 5 and 7 years old. I don't have any problem with pet. I'm so in love of baby. I take care babies as well . I'm a lovable and nurturing babysitter. Did I mention I speak French?. yes I'm.
5.0
"Emmanuelle has been taking of my daughter for over a year. She is always in time and is flexible with my work schedule. I can always count on her to take great care of my daughter when I'm at work. "
Cynthia D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an occasional sitter with over 15 years experience, looking for a part time opportunity. I am available for weeknight and weekend babysitting jobs. I have watched children from ages infant to 7 yrs. I love kids and I have 4 of my own. We read, learn, and have fun at the same time.
Catherine can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Catherine is very caring and treats all her patients like family. I recommend her for any job!"
Briana J.
Maliya R.
Shelton, CT
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my names Maliya and I'm going to be a Senior at Boston College! I would love to meet some new families this year so please reach out :) I've worked in both babysitting and daycare situations and am willing to answer any other questions if necessary.
Maliya can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maliya was very sweet with my two girls that are 2 years old and 5 months. She was reliable, punctual, and very friendly with our pets as well. I would definitely recommend her!"
Annie R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am an affectionate, responsible, educated and loving care provider. Currently caring for 17-month-old!
Previously twins and big sister- 3 mo. to 4 years 2014 to 2018!
I am consistently on time and prepared to work upon arrival.
I have parental instincts.
I am currently caring for children at special events, come to you for...
Karen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Karen is our part-time nanny for our 8-month old son and has been watching him for 5 months so far. She is always timely, takes on extra hours and weekend date nights, Our son absolutely adores her, they play, eat, go for walks, etc. She helps with household tasks...
Gabriella U.
5.0
(1)
I can do making bed, cleaning the bathroom, loading the dishwasher, sweep and mop the floors, and do laundry. I am neat and tidy.
Johanne can also help with: Changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
Claire T.
Shelton, CT
$11-18/hr • 9 yrs exp
I Am Friendly, Patient, Reliable And I Really Enjoy Working With Children
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been doing babysitting for several years. I had been volunteering at an elementary school. I taught religious education for St. Lawrence Parish. I have also worked at daycares for the last 9 years and really enjoyed it.
Claire can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Claire cared for our 3 1/2 yr old son and did a really great job. She was always very focused on his safety and well being, and my son connected with her almost immediately (and as a pandemic baby he can be stand-offish to new comers!). I would definitely hire...
Scott H.
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, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Megan has been with our family for nearly 3 years, caring for my 3 children. When she started, my youngest was 2 years. Megan is responsible and is able to enforce schedules with the children. She is also a responsible driver and has driven my children from school...
Jaya V.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I have grown up with pets my entire life! I have two cats of my own who are very spoiled! I would love to watch your pets and provide them with the most love and care possible! I have an open schedule which would allow your pets to have my full and undivided attention! I will be available whenever I'm needed!
Gianna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"So nice! Very communicative and took amazing care of my cats. Also sent lots of pics and videos so I could see them while I was gone and I knew someone was there with them!"
Care member
Christina A.
Shelton, CT
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
"A Teacher Affects Eternity, She Never Knows Where Her Influence Stops."
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Christina - an experienced Elementary School Teacher (K-6) with over 10 yrs of experience working at various grade levels btw K-6.
At a very young age, I always knew that my passion in life is working with children. Since I was 12, I nannied and babysat families with a range of 1-6 children with ages ranging from...
Christina can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Very reliable and great with my baby!"
Sarah U.
5.0
(1)
Caring for elderly comes naturally! I have patience, respect, I like to keep busy and truly care! I am very trustworthy and responsible and can assist with dressing, errands, shopping, complete healthy meals,
transportation and light house keeping.
I am seeking part-time opportunities!
Thank you
Karen
Karen can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, personal care, companionship, mobility assistance
5.0
"Karen was always punctual, dependable and consistent. She helped us and our daughter for several months when juggling work hours and child care. Our daughter loved her time with Karen and we always appreciated her help with some housekeeping when our daughter...
Kate D.
5.0
(3)
I currently have a full time nannying job during the week, but I'm open to potential sitting jobs Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
I am currently 32. I have been babysitting since I was 12 and have been a part time or full time nanny since I was 17. I have experience with all different age groups from newborns to teens along with...
Angela can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Angela nannied for us when our children were younger and we can't recommend her strongly enough! She is one of the kindest, most patient people I've ever met! Our children love her and she will always be considered a member of this family."
Hope B.
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: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Hi! My name is Denise! I am a certified elementary school counselor from Connecticut. I adore children of all ages and have 10 years of experience working with children ages 4-16! I adore kids! I enjoy yoga, hiking, and spending time with my dogs! I am looking for employers who need assistance during the summer months (June to...
Denise can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hello!
I am currently in an MAT program for elementary education and would love to care for kids in the mean time earning my degree. I have over a year experience working at a daycare in the baby, toddler, and pre-k room. I am CPR certified and comfortable with pets!
Magdalene can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Hello!
My name is Nicole and I am 22 years old. I am from New Jersey but go to Southern Connecticut State University for early childhood education (ECE). I started babysitting when I was around 12 years old, and I previously worked at an elementary school for a before and after care program for 3 years. I also am currently...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Hi! My name is Siommara, but you can call me Sio! I have 1 year experience of babysitting and am a camp counselor at the Boys and Girl's Club and have worked there for 3 years. I take pride in being a leader, mentor, and fun caretaker for every child I can. I am a college student at UConn and am studying acting and performance....
Siommara D can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Shelton, CT
Sara S.
5.0
I am a single mother of three children. I escaped my relationship with my abusive former husband when my children were 4 months, 2 and 6 years old. Sara was there for me when ever I needed her.
She was a wonderful caregiver and helped me raise my children for several years.
I am forever...
- Marie W.
Catherine C.
5.0
Cathy has become like one of the family while taking care of my father who has Parkinsonism. She is conscientious, sharp and intuitive as well as very caring. She has excellent communication skills and good rapport with all whom she is around.
She adapts well to changes and challenges. She has...
- Nancy B.
Johanne D.
5.0
My grandmother was and is still provided with the best care possible. It took us months to find a good fit and we found that thanks to Johanne. I moved out of the home and was terrified that I wouldn’t be able to find proper help, companionship and reliability but we did just that. Would highly...
- Care member
Erin B.
5.0
My girlfriend and I hired Erin to watch our two boys J and K on multiple occasions and we had a great experience working with her. She was everything one would hope for in a babysitter and I would recommend her highly. She was always on time and dependable and the kids said she was fun!
- Anthony K.
Emmanuelle D.
5.0
Emmanuelle has been taking of my daughter for over a year. She is always in time and is flexible with my work schedule. I can always count on her to take great care of my daughter when I'm at work.
- Cynthia D.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Shelton, CT:
How can I find a Shelton babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Shelton, 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 74 babysitters in Shelton, CT on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.5. 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 Shelton, CT?
The average rate for Shelton, CT babysitters on Care.com is $20.26 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 Shelton, CT?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Shelton, 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 Shelton, CT babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Babysitters in Shelton, CT are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 43 reviews of the 74 listed babysitters.