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Linda C.


South Lyme, CT

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Former Stay At Home Mom Looking For Nanny Position

After 30 years of raising my own girls, (I have three daughters ages 30, 29, 20 I now have the time to help you raise yours! Soon-to-be empty nester looking for part time babysitting jobs for your infants. I am a 60 years old mother of three, with a bachelor's degree, as well as culinary degree. I have been a mother's helper for...
Linda can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Fatima S.


New London, CT

$20-22/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hi, My Name Is Fatima!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Fatima! I have been babysitting for a while now. Starting with my own siblings. I truly enjoy interacting with kids and making their day brighter. I am currently a senior at the University of Connecticut. I am majoring in Human Development and Family Sciences. Therefore, I understand how important it is to foster...
Fatima can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She was so nice and careful to my 2 year old."

Nisa G.

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Kerry B.


Old Saybrook, CT

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Or Full-Time Pet Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an animal lover with 20+ years of pet care and house-sitting experience. Animals I've cared for include dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters and fish. I'm also available to help around the house or with errands if needed.
Kerry can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, pet transportation, daily feeding, administration of medicine & more
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Meghan K.


New London, CT

$20/hr • 11 yrs exp

Experienced And Creative Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name's Meghan! I'm an MSU professional writing graduate applying for a babysitter position. I'm from Grosse Pointe, and love crafts, nature, games and movies! I've watched a bunch of kiddos: 2 elementary-aged autistic twins, a junior-high-year-old girl, 3 kids (ages 3, 9 &11), a baby from 2-7. 5 months old & his...
Meghan can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"I have twin boys with very different personalities. She was an exceptional hire that is good with dealing their differences. Also unlike some sitters that just show up and sit, she actually gets them involved in activities, ranging from art projects to athletic...

James F.

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Abigail O.


Niantic, CT

$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Abbe and I adore children and I have been a nanny for over eight years. I have a bubbly personality and making sure your kiddos are having fun and are safe are my two main priorities. I love having children play outside and engage in fun, age- appropriate activities, and love to teach children new skills. I can't wait to...
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Abbe worked with our family for two years while our son was a newborn through age 2. She’s extremely reliable and adapted to all his different stages, from helping him with tummy time to trying new foods. She was always flexible to our needs as a family and was...

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Molly D.


Niantic, CT

$20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Experienced Burlington Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a substitute teacher who recently graduated from the University of Vermont with a BA and moved back to Connecticut. I have over 6 years of experience with infants through pre-teens. I also have experience caring for cats, dogs, and small pets. I look forward to getting to know your family!
Molly can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Molly was punctual, a good communicator, and my kiddos really liked her. Would recommend Molly to any families looking for babysitter."

Jenna W.

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Abigail K.


New London, CT

$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 4 years of child care experience including coaching, babysitting, volunteering at daycares, and studying Human Development at school. I am super flexible, easy going, and am willing to do whatever it takes to keep your kids safe and happy! Please reach out with any questions, concerns, or to talk about hourly rates (I'm...
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Abbi is the absolute best babysitter we've ever had. She wrangled our twin 7 year old boys and our sassy 2 year old girl without even batting an eye. She is responsible, kind, caring, and the kids LOVE her. There's no one else I'd rather watch the kids."

Abigail M.

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Julia C.


New London, CT

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Former Children's Museum Educator With Tons Of Caretaking Experience

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

I am the eldest of 13 Cousins and have been baby sitting for as long as I can remember unofficially, and in a more formal capacity once I turned 15. I have experience caring for newborns all the way up to middle schoolers, and I have a great deal of experience with special needs and spectrum children as well. I am comfortable...
Julia can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Julia did awesome with my boys, they get very excited when we let them know she is coming to look after them. I am so happy we found such a kind, caring, and dependable person to watch over my little ones when mom and dad need a night away."

Marissa G.

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Riley D.


Niantic, CT

$10-15/hr

Part Time Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have unpaid experience from babysitting young children in my extended family. I've worked with children who were on the Autism spectrum and/or had Down Syndrome. Please message me if you're interested or have any questions. Thanks.
Riley can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Riley is very personable with my two kids age 9 and 6 years. He's willing to try new things like going out on a paddle board for the first time, and other outdoor activities. My kids love him! He has a flexible schedule at this time which has been helpful to us....

Jennifer T.

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Lisa P.


Niantic, CT

$51/hr • 10 yrs exp

Lisa, a child caregiver .

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Lisa and I am a child caregiver, mature retired registered nurse looking to babysit for infants and children. I am available on a full-time basis and will work with your schedule. Thank you
Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"We are so incredibly lucky to have found Lisa. My husband and I had twins when our son was 22 months old, and we weren't quite sure what our care needs would be. We hired a postpartum Douala for 8 weeks and then opted to find a nanny. Lisa is kind, warm, and...

Alexandra H.

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Julia C.


New London, CT

$17-26/hr • 1 yrs exp

Pet Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a veterinary med student working toward my doctorate, and a have my veterinary nursing certification already. Big animal lover. I love animals of all types and sizes, from domestic to exotic, and am comfortable caring for them all. I am also able to do nail trims and baths. Animal CPR certified
Julia can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Skills:

NAPPS Certified

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"Julia did a wonderful job with my little guy, Newton! She has a great way with animals and, in no time, they were snuggling on the couch like old friends. I would most certainly hire her again!"

Kelly P.

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Nishante P.


New London, CT

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/Caregiver

Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood

Reliable, responsible adult who is fun, organized, and has a graduate degree and is a full-spectrum doula! Very comfortable and happy to work with smaller children, as well as older children up to about age 10/11. I have many years of experience working with newborns and infants all the way up to 13-year-olds. I am patient,...
Nishante can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Nishante went above and beyond for my 2 children. She was very detail oriented and made sure everything was completed before she left for the day. She taught my youngest how to write her name and came up with creative outlets for my daughter's energy bursts."

Kala Lynn P.

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Morgan C.


Waterford, CT

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Creative And Enthusiastic Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a college student from New Hampshire going to school for education. I have babysat for a few families since their kids were born to now, 1-12 years old. I love watching children learn and play and facilitating that, part of the reason for my love of teaching. I am fun and outgoing , creative, reliable, honest, and caring. I...
Morgan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We hired Morgan to watch our our 18 mo and 6 yo. Our whole family was so sad to see her go when her classes were back in session. Morgan is energetic, kind, and engages very well with children. We have had a few sitters this past year and Morgan is, by far, one...

Nathan G.

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Audrey T.


Waterford, CT

$19-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Experienced, Fun, And Caring Babysitter

Hello there! I began my babysitting career by taking a course offered by my home town of Waterford, CT which taught safety measures, mindful ways of having fun with kids, as well as first aid. I've provided long-term services for families with children from 6 months to 9 years, and am super comfortable with children of all ages...
Audrey can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Dependable, patient, professional"

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Susan R.


Old Saybrook, CT

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving Adult Available For Individual Infant/baby Childcare!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Mom of 2 adult Children Experienced Babysitter Excellent References 1-3 days per week Monday-Friday Old Saybrook
Susan can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Working with Sue was great! It was immediately clear that she has a true love for children and the connection she builds is mutually beneficial. She has a playful personality that was a good fit for my 9mos old. It is comforting to know that your child is getting...

Jamiah T.

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Gianna P.


New London, CT

$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I worked as a nanny for three separate infants. The first was a little girl, but she got accepted into day care at about 9 months of age. However, I found my time there to be very rewarding and I learned a lot. I worked from 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. , and I also did some light housework. I would dress the baby, feed her, play...
Gianna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Gianna is an absolutely wonderful nanny and person. She has been nannying for our son for ~10 months, and we couldn't have asked for a better caregiver. She is reliable, loving, energetic, kind, flexible, thoughtful, the list goes on and on. We are beyond sad to...

Lindsay R.

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Dawn V.


Waterford, CT

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Amazing, Caring Full Time Nanny Ready To Care For Your Children And Family

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

hello there, thank you for viewing my profile fI am mom of two adult sons in their early thirties and I have grandchildren., They are my world! I have been in the child care field for over 34 . I had a small in home daycare when my boys were little. I worked in child care centers and have many years growing with families and...
Dawn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Dawn watched my kids from a very young age, and 27 years later, she is still a big part of our lives! I worked in a restaurant when my kids were young, and those hours can change constantly. She was always accommodating, loving, and reliable. She cared for my...

Amy V.

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Parker A.


Old Saybrook, CT

$20/hr • 6 yrs exp

My Name Is Parker And I Am Looking For A Babysitting Job! College Student Own Transportation

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Parker and I am a sophomore at Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, CT. I have some free time during the week and looking for a job that is suitable with my schedule. I love to babysit! I have over 7 years of experience with children including babysitting, working at my local elementary school and daycare, and...
5.0
"Parker is very dependable and reliable. My son (age 10) looked forward to each time Parker was going to care for him. She knows how to keep children entertained and happy. I strongly recommend Parker as someone you can rely on for any care needs you may have."

Jen C.

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Julia H.


Niantic, CT

$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Nanny/ Baby Sitter (full Or Part Time)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Julia and I am 24 years old. I am currently a deans list doctorate of physical therapy student at the University of Hartford, and I live in Niantic CT. I am currently looking for a part time position while I am between clinical rotations for a family relatively close to Niantic who may need child care during the week...
Julia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Julia is responsible and fun. She has babysat for me at least once a month over the past year. My 5 year old and 10 year old boys love that she plays with them and they listen to her very well. She has a bubbly personality and always gets back to me quickly....

Stacy R.

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Kelly E.


Niantic, CT

$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I love working with children of all ages and creating fun ways to engage their imagination! I have worked with children of all ages since I was 15 years old, as a babysitter, private tutor, and a camp counselor at the Thames Valley Music School's Arts Camp, where I introduced children ages 5-13 to various types of the arts...
Kelly can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Kelly is everything she stated in her bio. She first babysat my son when he was only one year old and we loved her from the start. She is reliable, conscientious, personable and super fun to be around! I would recommend her highly!"

Christine N.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in South Lyme, CT

Fatima S.

5.0

She was so nice and careful to my 2 year old.

- Nisa G.

Meghan K.

5.0

Very thorough, caring, patient. Highly recommend!

- Natalie S.

Abigail O.

5.0

We absolutely love Abbe! She's been nannying for us 2 full days a week for almost 2 months now and I honestly don't know where I would be without her. I work from home and naively thought I'd be able to continue working AND care for my newborn - HA! (Can you tell I'm a new mom? ;) Abbe has been a...

- Sami A.

Molly D.

5.0

Molly was punctual, a good communicator, and my kiddos really liked her. Would recommend Molly to any families looking for babysitter.

- Jenna W.

Abigail K.

5.0

Abbi is the absolute best babysitter we've ever had. She wrangled our twin 7 year old boys and our sassy 2 year old girl without even batting an eye. She is responsible, kind, caring, and the kids LOVE her. There's no one else I'd rather watch the kids.

- Abigail M.

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