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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Leah, I grew up in a family of 10 children. Babysitting and nanny on and off most of my life. I love music, cooking, cards, bored games, outdoors, and yoga! I love working with children and babies and lately I have been working with elderly and I find I enjoy that as well. Being an aunt to my beautiful nieces...
Leah can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am looking for a role as a nanny/babysitter for the summer and potentially into the school year. I currently work part time as a coach for a local swim team with children ages 5-18. In the past, I have worked as both a babysitter and a swim instructor for ages 1-13. I am a CPR/First Aid instructor and am certified in CPR for...
Faith can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a caring and passionate caregiver with 14 years of experience. I have worked as an in home nanny, in corporate daycares, private Montessori schools, as well as in tutoring/distant learning positions. I have extensive experience in all age groups as well as special needs.
Rachel can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
(6)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I am a fun, loving, creative, and responsible babysitter and nanny. Over the past 13 years, I have been directly responsible for supervising over 200 children in group settings, residences, schools, and community settings. My responsibilities include supervision of children from newborn to 19 years of age. I have been a...
Arielle can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Arielle watched my boys for a couple of hours while I was at a doctor's appointment. The kids and I felt very comfortable with her. She was punctual and took time to ask questions regarding the kids' needs. The kids enjoyed having her spend time with them very...
Rebecca S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Leah and am 27 years old. I have been working as a babysitter/nanny for about 12 years. I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. I love being outdoors and staying active. I enjoy doing crafts with kids and teaching them new things. I have my own car and available for before and aftercare. I am comfortable with...
Leah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Keira. I live in Noank, CT for the summer. I am 19 years old and am currently in college. I am interested in babysitting or a mother's helper. I can help with carpooling. I have experience working with children as I was a sailing instructor in the past. I am majoring in Psychology.
Keira can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Keira responded to my request promptly and was on time for the job. My kids had only nice things to say about her. "
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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
5.0
(4)
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
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.
4.6
(10)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
*BS Science and Education URI 1988
*MS Curriculm Design and Science Education 2020 UTA
*Mom of 2 wonderful adults. 2 cats, 2 dogs, and a turtle
*Home School Coach/Teacher (individual or group)
*Infant and child Nanny or 1 time sitter
*Pet friendly
long before I became a teacher, I was babysitting. I loved it. In my 1st 3 years...
Gretchen can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Gretchen as an occasional babysitter for our two boys (6 and 2). She was punctual and well-prepared, and the kids loved her."
James A.
Cebria O.
Norwich, CT
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
4.8
(12)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I am a retired Division 1 college women's basketball player with a genuine love for the next generation. That would allow me to be a long term and full time sitter/nanny. I am located in Norwich, CT. I am often referred to as a bubbly, experienced, energetic, and punctual young female that is not a traditional sitter/nanny. I'm...
Cebria can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cebria was lovely with our kids. Always enthusiastic and a lot of fun! Our two girls loved being with her and we loved having her in our home. Cebria is also extremely conscientious of her surroundings and would tidy up as she went along, which was a dream. Hire...
Homa D.
Gianna P.
New London, CT
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Amanda, I am currently seeking to help out any families that need assistance with childcare. I have been an ABA Therapist for three years working with toddlers to young adults. I have previous employment as a Day Care Assistant as well as a para-professional. I am currently going to school for my Bachelors through...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Amanda was fabulous. I would absolutely hire her again. She was the perfect fit for my 13 year old daughter. "
Susan B.
4.8
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Rachel. I've been babysitting on and off for family and friends since I was about 11yrs old. I also have a 3 year experience working at a professional Daycare center. And a 6 year experience working as a professional nanny. I'm comfortable working with children ages 4 weeks - 12 years. I can change diapers,...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Rachel is not your usual sitter; she goes to extra effort to structure the day to incorporate crafts, excursions, exercise and fun learning activities that all three of our children enjoy. Often my husband and I return home to find drawings, paintings or small...
Erin P.
Diane L.
Ledyard, CT
$14-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny Seeking Position 12/26 - 12/30 2022 W/Young Kids
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
I am Diane L. and I am vaccinated and boosted. I am looking for f/t or p/t temporary work with up to 2 infants and/or toddlers during the week of Dec. 26 - Dec. 30, 2022. Since 2003, I've been an infant/toddler teacher at 3 local Early Childhood Education and Childcare centers, a long-term nanny for 4 families in the area,...
Diane can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Diane L. is extremely reliable (never once called out sick or didn't show for a scheduled time in the 5 years she sat for us) and dedicated to the care of children. She truly enjoys being with kids and watching them learn and grow. Diane will engage, play with,...
Perrilea C.
Abigail R.
Bozrah, CT
$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with babies and young children in a variety of settings including daycare, preschool, churches, and schools. I worked in the baby rooms of a child development center for almost 3 years. I also had the joy of caring for an infant as a nanny. Infants and babies are especially dear to me. I love to have a part in...
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Abbey is a very capable, caring, and trustworthy babysitter. She nannied for us for 3 months this summer (2017), caring for our infant daughter, who was 3 to 6 months old during that time. She worked full time hours (some weeks more), and was extremely punctual...
Heather M.
Sarah B.
Norwich, CT
$36/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with children of all ages since I was about 12 years old. I come from a large family and began baby-sitting young. I have started for my associates in early childhood education and am CPR First Aid and CT medication administration certified.
The past six years I have worked in group homes with mentally and a...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sarah is the current full-time nanny for my 2-year-old daughter and she has become like family for us. She is looking to take on another child / children and anybody would be lucky to have her. She has taken care of my daughter like her own and I could not ask for...
Haley L.
Taylor B.
Norwich, CT
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Taylor and I have worked in the childcare for three years as a toddler teacher. Although my classroom is 1. 5-2. 5-year-olds I have had the opportunity to work with all age groups. I also worked as a nanny for a family for 6 months. I currently hold my CDA (child development associate). I have a professional...
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Summer M.
Norwich, CT
$25-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Currently a graduate student, availability may change with breaks.
Hi I have experience working in an elementary, middle, and a tech school in the local area. I have a CNA license and EMT certification. I am finishing up my paramedic program and I am also ACLS, PHTLS, AMLS, and PALS certified. I graduated with two bachelor...
Summer can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Summer, is an amazing caregiver. She is very smart, sweet, and she is always on time. You can always count on her bringing a positive attitude and is always ready for the job at hand. She did an amazing job at challenging my son academically this school year all...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Thanks for taking the time to view my profile!
I have many years of experience working with children of all ages! I have been a nanny for the past 15 years and honestly its one of the most rewarding jobs there is. I honestly don't think id be happy doing anything else. My mom was a pre School teacher so I guess its in the...
Jill can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jill has worked for us part-time for two summers now. She's primarily taken care of our son - who was just 5 months last summer - but, this summer, she also watched our 5-1/2 year old daughter with our son for a few of the days. She's was great at getting involved...
Erin F.
Kara F.
New London, CT
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Detail oriented, compassionate, fun and creative caregiver. I love to craft, sing, cook, and dabble in piano, guitar & ukelele.
I currently care for a wonderful family with 5 children - 4 mo. old twins, 2-year-old, 5-year-old and 7-year-old.
For 6 years prior to this I took care of my younger sister, who sustained a brain...
Kara can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kara is a very caring and loving person. She is great with children and mine instantly fell in love with her. Kara provided help with daily chores, babysitting, transportation, cooking meals, and running the occasional errands. Kara is trustworthy hardworking ,...
Michael C.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm Linda B a skilled and knowledgeable child caregiver looking for either a full-or part-time babysitting/nanny position. I have over 18 years of professional experience working as License Foster Care Parent and providing excellent care, an absolutely safe environment, fun and entertainment and education to young children....
Linda can also help with: Travel
5.0
"miss Linda was very punctual, she gets to my home just when I needed her. my children loves her, even my 11 months old baby who gets anxiety when new people comes around, he was extremely calm when she's around. thank you miss Linda for being there when I needed...
Shatoya W.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Gales Ferry, CT
Arielle S.
5.0
Arielle watched my boys for a couple of hours while I was at a doctor's appointment. The kids and I felt very comfortable with her. She was punctual and took time to ask questions regarding the kids' needs. The kids enjoyed having her spend time with them very much. We look forward to having her...
- Rebecca S.
Keira F.
5.0
Kiera was punctual, pleasant and playful with our child.
- Joseph D.
Dawn V.
5.0
Dawn is excellent in many ways. She is wonderful with kids and cares with her whole heart. She builds relationships with every child she has taken care of and teaches them right from wrong. She is also very organized.
- Tammy S.
Gretchen N.
5.0
We hired Gretchen to nanny for our 6yo son for a season. She was punctual, engaged, and a wealth of information. Would highly recommend her, we'd hire her again.
- Kylee R.
Cebria O.
5.0
Cebria was wonderful! We hired her as a short-term nanny while we were living in Connecticut for about six weeks, and wish we could continue to have her work with our family. She took primary care of our nine month old son during a tricky transition (dropping a nap, moving states, becoming...
- Stephen B.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Gales Ferry, CT
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2024 near me in Gales Ferry, CT?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Gales Ferry, CT is as of is $25.00 per hour as of May, 2024. This rate will fluctuate depending on your location, the nanny's level of experience, and the number of children to be cared for. Other factors that may also influence the rate include specialized care, overnight care, or requesting your nanny to take additional responsibilities at home such as light housekeeping or meal prepping.
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