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135 babysitters are listed in Hartford, CT
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Hartford, CT
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I have a passion for working with people and for that reason I started working with children and senior citizens. I have a Certification in Early Childhood Development , TEFL( Teaching English as a Foreign Language)I also completed a 2 year AU pair program which focuses mainly on taking care of children full time. I am...
Gugulethu can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Wonderful and attentive, hard working, will go the extra mile, "
Cliff H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have my MSW from Columbia University. I nannied for many years in Manhattan as well as Vermont. The children I've cared for range in age from four weeks and up. There's really nothing I haven't done--meal prep, homework, doctors appointments, packing for trips, traveling with families on trips, playing, reading, potty...
Erika can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Ariana M.
Hartford, CT
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Weekdays And Date Nights!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello families! My name is Ariana and it is a pleasure to have you stop by my profile. As a 24-year-old living in Hartford, I am available to babysit almost anywhere as the highways are in close proximity to me. I have about 6 years of professional babysitting experience through jobs I've obtained through here, that began at the...
Ariana can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Ariana joined our family in August 2019, when my little one was 18 months old and I returned to work. Ariana is a kind, fun-loving young woman who made a connection with our girls right away. Her responsibilities include meals, snacks, outdoor play, nap time...
Karen C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My latest experience was working for a family in nyc while I was attending college there. My responsibilities included picking up the triplets after school and making sure they got their responsibilities done appropriately. Contact me for more information about babysitting if interested.
Victoria can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Victoria did an amazing job caring for our 4 children. Her communication was fantastic and the kids were super happy."
Megan P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
A natural caretaker with a purpose to help others, I work a part-time job with young adults with developmental disabilities and am looking for a babysitting job to fill my mornings/mid-day. I am also available for occasional help on the weekends and date nights. I love working with kids and have a ton of experience. I used to...
Lila can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Great babysitter, my kids loved her! "
Julie B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 19 years of babysitting experience. I love kids and love taking care of them and watching them learn new things everyday. I am very caring, nurturing and loving, reliable, always on time and never called out of work. Besides caring for kids in the best way possible, I am willing to cook, run errands and do light...
Henrietta can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Henrietta was wonderful, consistent, and kind. She was very capable of handling all three of my kids and could get them ready for school and to the bus/school in the morning and could handle all household tasks. She also was great at home all day with my toddler...
Christina R.
5.0
(15)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 8 years experience in housekeeping. I used to worked for 2 cleaning companies and also works at the hotel too.. What I like the most of my job is to keep and maintain everything organized and clean.
Madeline can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, move-out cleaning, oven cleaning, general room cleaning, dusting & more
5.0
"She is the best! Friendly, reliable and always goes above and beyond!"
Jennifer H.
Cassie Q.
Hartford, CT
$18/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.5
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Cassie and I have been babysitting part-time for the last 5 years. I've cared for children ranging from newborns to 7 years old. My most recent experience was working with a newborn for approximately one year. I've worked with the child on transitioning from sitting to crawling to walking, and in the transition...
Cassie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Cassie is great! Gentle and caring and responsible. We will have her back!"
Margaret S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Hello, thanks for viewing my profile. I know you're wondering what my qualifications are in regards to child care. Here is a little background:
* Started babysitting at 11 years old
* Pursued active role at an elementary school for 5+ years.
* Volunteered in classroom(s)
* worked as an after-school instructor
* Pursued an...
Kris can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"In taking care of my infant twins, Kris has been thoughtful, kind, and affectionate. He does an excellent job of encouraging the babies to explore their world through physical activities, songs, and books. I am always impressed by how he is always thinking of new...
Lisa H.
Boniswa Z.
Hartford, CT
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there! I'm Boniswa (Bonnie). I have earned my qualification in Child Physical, Cognitive Psychosocial Development from LIU , and I have been caring for children for over 10 years as a babysitter/nanny and as the oldest of three siblings. I have a lot of experience working with children of all ages. I truly love working with...
Boniswa can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Bonnie is such a joy to have around and is so great with the kids! She's very punctual, has a great work ethic and is very attentive. The kids love spending time with her as she will either come up with cool games to play or have fun places where she can take the...
Brucie M.
5.0
(1)
Hi im Kelly! I am currently persuing a degree in hopes to become a school psychologist. I have 10 + years of experience with children! I read/write in Spanish and love to teach kids a different language. Some things you might want to know about me are:
I am bilingual, I love to paint and hike, and my life/degree is dedicated to...
Kelly can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"We are grateful and lucky to have found Kelly. Our children aged 4 and 1 are very much enjoying their time with Kelly, she is punctual, friendly and helpful."
Nadeem H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone,
my name is Chassidy, I am a full/part time Nanny/babysitter. I am looking for a position that is at least 40 hours a week and paid legally. I'm willing to commute up to 25 miles. I am creative, compassionate, a dependable Nanny and have a passion/love for children.
Pay range: $25-$30
Years of experience: 7 years...
Chassidy can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Hiring Chassidy to watch our 5 month old was the best decision we could have made for our family. I was extremely anxious having someone else watch my child, but Chassidy’s demeanor, professionalism and experience, almost instantly put me at ease.
I really...
Victoria G.
Samantha M.
Hartford, CT
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Looking To Help A Family With Pet Sitting, Childcare Or Tutoring!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am looking for employment during the school vacations during the school year and summer vacations. I am available after 3:30 every day and would like something reoccurring.
I am looking for any of the following positions: pet sitting/walking, occasional babysitting, and tutoring.
Currently, I live near West Hartford, CT. I...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Sam is a wonderful help! All the kids and especially the animals love her! She would be a great help to any one in need of a reliable and dependable dog walker, baby sitter etc."
John B.
Jahfai G.
Hartford, CT
$25-41/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am writing in response to your advertisement for the babysitting position. I hold CPR and AED certification, and my background check is clean and up-to-date. With seven years of experience as both a babysitter and a Newborn Child Care Specialist, I have worked with numerous families, providing care to infants and children...
Jahfai can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She has been the best thing to happen to us since this whole quarantine has occurred. Our little boy loves her. She's insightful and really provides us with the information and care we need to care for him when she's not there. As new parents she gives great advice...
Corinne H.
Katelyn S.
Hartford, CT
$22/hr • 8 yrs exp
3.9
(9)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I have 8 years of paid nanny experience but have always been around kids! I have experience with newborns (including newborn twins), toddlers, and school aged kids. I have overnight experience and experience watching up to 4 kids. I was a licensed EMT, I have my bachelors degree, and I recently became a newborn care...
Katelyn can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Katelyn was a definite asset to my family. She took care of my son from the age of 3 months to 2 1/2 years old. He loved her. She was engaging and taught him sign language at a young age so he would be able to ask for what he wanted."
Denise D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello ! My name is Whitney. I'm 26 years old . I am originally from Georgia but I live in New York and travel a lot to Connecticut . My experience with children spans over 8 years . I have extensive tutoring experience as well . I have helped children from all over the world as well as children with learning disabilities.
I...
Whitney can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Whitney is bubbly, caring, genuine and deeply interested in those she cares for. She is an amazing babysitter, exuding positivity and reliable and all of things you hope for in the person you trust to take care of your loved ones. Very excited to hire her again!"
Christopher M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
No longer available for childcare jobs. Thank you
Stephanie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Stephanie responded to a job I had posted. I had a great conversation on the phone with her prior to our meeting in person. She is very receptive and insightful. During our interview, she took notes and asked very relevant questions, checked her calendar before...
Stephanie G.
Ashley E.
Hartford, CT
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as charismatic, empathetic, and kind
I like working with kids because they give me a lot of joy and make me laugh constantly
I'm looking for a job that will give me some happiness and some extra cash!
I started working with kids when I was a senior in high school which was about 5 years ago. I...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
5.0
"My 2.5 year old NEVER stopped asking for Ashley after she left. Ashley was punctual, flexible, and caring, I knew I had nothing to worry about when she was watching my 2.5 and 1 year old! I would hire her again in a heartbeat!"
Tiffany P.
Maria C.
Hartford, CT
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Grace, I am a mother of two grown up boys one in College and one already working. I have more than 20 years of experience working with children both at a school as well as private residence, I currently work for the West Hartford schools . I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts as well as other chores,
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Maria was wonderful, unfortunately our schedules did not align but in the future if available we would definitely consider her !"
Erin P.
Stephanie P.
Hartford, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Steph, and I have babysat for many different kinds of families inside and outside of their homes. I have worked as a tutor, a camp counselor, and a caregiver for children for 7+ years. Previously, I worked as a substitute teacher at an elementary school, teaching children aged 3-11. I have also worked in a nursery...
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Stephanie was always very responsive, whether via the Care.com system or text, and my 18-month-old daughter really took to her! Stephanie followed very detailed directions re: getting my daughter to her nanny share. I would absolutely hire her again - feel lucky to...
Mary B.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Hartford, CT
Gugulethu M.
5.0
Wonderful and attentive, hard working, will go the extra mile,
- Cliff H.
Ariana M.
5.0
Ariana joined our family in August 2019, when my little one was 18 months old and I returned to work. Ariana is a kind, fun-loving young woman who made a connection with our girls right away. Her responsibilities include meals, snacks, outdoor play, nap time routines, story time, light housework,...
- Karen C.
Victoria S.
5.0
Victoria did an amazing job caring for our 4 children. Her communication was fantastic and the kids were super happy.
- Megan P.
Lila B.
5.0
Lila was a lifesaver. She cared for our 10 month old son while our nanny was recovering from an injury. Lila was punctual, responsive and attentive to our sons needs. She took direction well and most of all made our son happy. She has our highest recommendation!
- Alisha D.
Henrietta F.
5.0
Henrietta was wonderful, consistent, and kind. She was very capable of handling all three of my kids and could get them ready for school and to the bus/school in the morning and could handle all household tasks. She also was great at home all day with my toddler and would pick my kids up off the...
- Christina R.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Hartford, CT:
How can I find a Hartford babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Hartford, 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 135 babysitters in Hartford, CT on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Hartford, CT?
The average rate for Hartford, CT babysitters on Care.com is $18.40 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 Hartford, CT?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Hartford, 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 Hartford, CT babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Hartford, CT are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 62 reviews of the 135 listed babysitters.