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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I started my career working with children at the YMCA of Greater Springfield during my undergraduate college years. Through my positions at summer camps and after school programs, I have worked with children with various disabilities. After undergrad, I worked as a 1:1 paraprofessional in a life skills program at East Longmeadow...
Dexter can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Lena C.
Ellington, CT
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lena. I am 27 years old and live in Ellington, CT. I currently have my associates in Early Childhood Education, bachelors in psychology and working towards receiving my masters in special education. I have been babysitting/nannying consistently for the past 9 years for a variety of age groups. I am comfortable...
Lena can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
4.8
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a college student, studying to get my undergraduate degree before continuing to become a special education teacher. I have been caring for children privately (as a babysitter/nanny) as well as an infant teacher and a toddler teacher at local day-cares for the past 5 years. I also have experience caring for children long...
Kris can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
4.0
"Kris has been our date night sitter for a few months now and is a joy to have as an extension of our family! Our kids love spending time with her and frequently ask the next morning when she's coming back. Her experience with special needs children has really been...
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Meghan M.
Vernon Rockville, CT
$20-22/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Meghan, I'm 20 and from Vernon CT. I am attending ECSU as an early childhood education/special education major. My goal is to teach kindergarten! I've been babysitting/nannying for many years and I have lots of experience- I truly love working with kids! I also have three and a half years of daycare center experience...
Meghan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Meghan watched our 2.5 year old twins 2x a week all summer. She always came with crafts and activities and the kids would be so excited every time she arrived. She does a great job of playing, crafting and educating them. We are sad that our summer with Meghan is...
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I currently work as a full time nanny for a family with 2 children, as the summer is approaching I'm looking for full time guaranteed hours. Before I started nannying I was a head teacher at a daycare with a ratio of 1-4 ages 2-2. 6 so I am quite comfortable caring for multiple children. I provide care for all ages including...
Mikayla can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kelly M.
Tolland, CT
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Kelly, and I am a highly experienced nanny and child care provider! I am an Environmental Systems & Sustainability student at Southern Connecticut State University, and I live on campus. I am very passionate about nature and creating a caring atmosphere for the children I care for. I have experience working as...
Kelly can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Amanda. I started babysitting for family friends around age 14 and took the babysitting certification class. While in high school I was working as a nanny for a family with 3 boys from birth to 4 years old. With this family I worked on basic cognitive and communication skills and taught basic life skills (like potty...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been a full-time nanny since 2021 with primarily infants to young preschoolers. I have been babysitting for 9 years and have experience with children aged 6 weeks to 15 years. I also have daycare experience in infant and toddler rooms. I graduated in 2021 from Eastern with a BS in Psychology.
I am excited to meet new...
Kendall can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I'm a preschool teacher at Headstart in Northampton, MA and I love my job! I have summers off and am I'm looking for part-time employment. I'm funny, creative, enjoy playing and making art with kids, and love being outside exploring nature. I am nurturing and positive and enjoy working with kiddos of all ages. I have several...
Lee can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
I have been involved with children and infants for about five years now altogether. I have done nanny positions, worked in day care, Sunday school, and baby-sitting. I love children and the joy they bring, and I think it is great experience to care for children.
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Hello! My name is Jade! I am 24 years old, living in East Windsor CT. I went to school for elementary education and graduated with my bachelors in 2021. I have been teaching since 2022 and I am currently a 4th grade teacher. I was a nanny all through college and I have spent my entire adult life working with children.
I am...
Jade can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
I worked at a daycare in Coventry for two years for Ages 3 months-24 months with four children in one room from 8am-5 p.m. I also took care of ages 3-9 years old with school or just having fun! I am currently a nanny for a 1 and a 2-year-old. I would like to find some side jobs and taking care of kids are one of the things I...
Allison can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Riley J.
Manchester, CT
$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey! I'm Riley; an experienced and energetic nanny! My experience consists of 3 years full time nannying, 1 year at childcare center, 2 years as a lifeguard and many years of babysitting. I have a passion for working with kids from infant-6 years old. Some of my favorite activities to do with the kids are exploring outside,...
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
Rebecca S.
Enfield, CT
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I believe, that the key to the success and better learning of children is by developing a trustworthy relationship with them and creating ways to aid and better their education and lives. I have been told that I have a special connection with children. After, graduating high school, I took a year and a half off and went to...
Rebecca can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
hi! I am Amanda! I am a currently a sophomore at James Madison University in Virginia! I am majoring in communication sciences and disorders and hope to become a speech language pathologist. I am from Connecticut! I have been babysitting since I was 12/13 years old and am currently 19! I worked at a daycare my sophomore and...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm passionate about caregiving. I love to care for infants and watch them grow! I can assist with sleep training and making sure your baby's needs are met. I also love to plan activities to keep them stimulated during the day. I've been a nanny for over 15 families!
I also can't wait to meet your pets! I have 2 active...
Paige can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Paige as our nanny to watch our Infant while both my husband and I work during the week and we could tell she was a natural baby whisperer from the first day. Paige is not only warm and caring but also confident and attentive to my infants needs. My baby...
Jennifer S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Tiffany! I am 26 years old I have been working as a Nanny since I was 16. I have worked with children of all ages and have experience with children who have hearing loss and special needs. I took ASL in college as my foreign language and incorporated that in my work even for hearing children as its a great tool...
Tiffany can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Tiffany back in 2017 to watch our son who was 9 years old and has some special needs. She did a few days a week after school as well as a Friday or Saturday for date night alternating with another sitter we hired same year. Tiffany has been amazing and we...
Kim P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with children from newborn to 10-years-old. I have children of my own. I am a fun and energetic person. I am a college student currently studying criminal justice. I provide activities and chances that support interests, examination, and problem-solving suitable to the development levels of the children.
Katherine can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We've been working with Kat now for the past 6 months, and it's been great. She takes care of our son (3) and one other boy (2) and is great with both of them. They enjoy their time with her, and she knows how to connect with both of them well. While life has been...
Daniel T.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a childcare worker for over a decade I started off working in Windsor Public Schools as a Before/After School Program Leader along with working as a STEM teacher in summer camp. Next I worked in daycares as both a Lead Infant/Toddler Teacher and as a Floating Teacher. Most recently I was a Math/Reading Interventionist, giving...
Amy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Love love LOVEEEEEEE Amy! She’s so good with kids! She shows up on time, communicates effectively, and is a joy to have around! She is honest, safe, and responsible. I have not trusted anyone else with my kid, but her! He was always sooooo excited to see her and...
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Victoria H.
West Hartford, CT
$16/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I have cared for children in my family, the children of my mother's coworkers, and I have looked after the kids at my church since I was 13. I have experience with groups of children in addition to one-on-one care. I have taken part of a daycare program as a part of a Early Childhood course where I planned lessons and observed...
Victoria can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"High energy. Funny. Kids love her. Did a great job and kept the kitchen tidy.... helped fold laundry, etc."
Abagail W.
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Recent college nanny reviews from local parents in Ellington, CT
Kris J.
5.0
As a parent of multiple special needs children, Kris was a godsend for our family. It's extremely difficult to find someone not only qualified but also patient enough. Kris is a joy to have around our entire family and we trust her with any needs for our children.
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Meghan M.
5.0
Meghan has been a wonderful babysitter for our little one! She has cared for him on several occasions from when he was 8 months old until a toddler. As first-time parents, we were especially nervous about who to trust with our treasure, but as soon as we met Meghan we were put at ease. Most...
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Paige O.
5.0
Paige is a wonderfully intuitive person! Beyond being helpful she genuinely cared about our newborn. We hired her to help with nights and sleep training. We genuinely believe her positive disposition and love set the foundation for our baby girl! Would highly recommend Paige!
- Eric D.
Tiffany H.
5.0
We hired Tiffany back in 2017 to watch our son who was 9 years old and has some special needs. She did a few days a week after school as well as a Friday or Saturday for date night alternating with another sitter we hired same year. Tiffany has been amazing and we have grown together over the past 8...
- Kim P.
Katherine S.
5.0
We've been working with Kat now for the past 6 months, and it's been great. She takes care of our son (3) and one other boy (2) and is great with both of them. They enjoy their time with her, and she knows how to connect with both of them well. While life has been crazy for everyone during the...
- Daniel T.
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FAQs for finding a college nanny near you in Ellington, CT
How much do college nannies charge near me in Ellington, CT?
How much college nannies charge near you in Ellington, CT can vary based on each nanny, as all nannies on Care.com charge their own unique rate. That being said, the average hourly rate for college nannies on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $20.00.
How can I find a college nanny near me in Ellington, CT?
To find college nannies near you in Ellington, CT, you can use Care.com to review different nanny profiles. That way, you can quickly and easily learn more about the experience levels of available nannies in your area and what they charge.
What steps can I take to safely hire a college nanny near me in Ellington, CT?
There are currently 2 college nannies near you in Ellington, CT on Care.com. We request all college nannies on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles with a badge on them, all college nannies who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run. We do strongly recommend you conduct your own private background check, request references, and interview candidates to hire a college nanny safely.
What types of services do college nannies near me in Ellington, CT offer?
Many college nannies on Care.com list the services they offer on their profiles, but you can also interview different candidates to get an idea of what services they feel comfortable taking on. When looking for a college nanny near you in Ellington, CT, you should sit down and write a list of everything you want the college nanny to help with before you interview them so you know what questions to ask them to get on the same page. For example, you may need help with transportation to after school activities or may need assistance with light house work.
What interview questions should I ask when looking for a college nanny near me in Ellington, CT?
When you’re looking for a college nanny near you in Ellington, CT, alongside asking about services they offer in the interview, you will also want to ask them about their work experience, how they prefer to interact with children, and how they’ll handle difficult situations like disciplining a child.