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Jessica P.

Portland, CT

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
I am Dependable, caring, and energetic, looking for a full time nanny position. I have over 10 years child care experience. I've spent the past 3. 5 years with a wonderfully family who will no longer need full time care in the fall. As a nanny, I have been responsible for all needs ranging from getting dressed, meals, arts and...
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Kara O.

Portland, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Kara, I am a Registered Nurse and coordinate my schedule so I can be home with my 2-year-old daughter. I was a nanny/ babysitter for many families for over 10 years before and during nursing school and truly miss it! I am looking to find a family comfortable with my 2-year-old coming with me to care for their...

Judy B. says "She worked for us for several years while my kids were still in need of a summer nanny. They loved her and still keep in touch when they can. She visits...

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Katherine G.

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Portland, CT

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$23/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm Katherine, and I've been nannying on and off for 5 years now with kids of all ages, from infant to pre teen. My favorite age is infant to toddler, because I love to watch them grow into their own person. I have my CNA license and am CPR/AED certified in both infant and adult. I am engaging, energetic, and love to...
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Molly G.

Meet Molly

Portland, CT

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$17/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi I'm Molly! I currently teach Physical Education during the school year and have summers off. I have a lot of experience caring for children. I was previously a nanny in West Hartford, watching over children after school and driving them to activities. I love sports and activities! I have been teaching youth tennis for 10...
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Abbey R.

Former Kindergarten Teacher | Experienced Nanny | Master's Degree In Early Childhood Development

Portland, CT

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$24/hr
20 years experience
Meal prep
Hello! My name is Abbey, and caring for and educating children has been at the heart of my life's work for as long as I can remember. My path has always been centered on helping children grow, learn, and thrive. I earned my degree in Education K-6, and completed my Master's in Early Childhood Development. I then spent over a...
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Cassie K.

Occasional Babysitter/ Nanny

Glastonbury, CT

4.7(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
My family and I recently relocated to Glastonbury from out of state. I have BS in Psychology and a BS in Human Environmental Science with a concentration in Child Life. I am currently in grad school working on my Masters degree to become a licensed marriage and family therapist. I have over 10 years of experience working with...

Ellie B. says "Cassie is an incredible person to work with. I can't recommend her enough. She cared for our son from 4 to 6 months and was a huge blessing for our family....

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Melinda R.

Spirited, Fun, Reliable, Outgoing Care Taker!

Berlin, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello! Let me briefly introduce myself, My name is Melinda and I am 27 years old. I live in East Hampton, CT and currently finishing my Social Work Degree. While in school I have been very fortunate to work and create wonderful relationships with many wonderful families providing my services being either a Nanny or Babysitter....

Andrea L. says "Melinda is an amazing babysitter that wish I would have found earlier. She came to our family after having a bad experience and instantly bonded with both...

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Heather W.

Rocky Hill, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi! I currently work full time as a Teacher at an Educational Center. I am looking to switch careers and become a full time nanny for a family! I have been working with children of all ages (infants to Elementary schoolers) for 19 years. I want to continue to work with children but in a less stress atmosphere! I am first aid...

Jenny N. says "Heather was absolutely wonderful with our three children. She was incredibly attentive to everything and the our kids absolutely loved spending time with...

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Tracy L.

Experienced & Dependable

Marlborough, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
I have been a professional Nanny for over 20 years and love what I do! I have cared for many families in my time. I have been with 6 families and have cared for 4 kids at a time. I have experience with newborns through high school age children. I generally stay with a family from birth till kindergarten.

Eveann M. says "Consider your family incredibly lucky if your children are entrusted into Tracy's care. She is not only punctual, she's early for her shifts; she's kind,...

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Kelsey M.

Caring Sitter Looking To Make A Difference

Moodus, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
I am 25 years old. I am looking for babysitting, nannying, or pet sitting jobs. I graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Social Work Degree from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. As a member of the Honors College, I was one of only 58 students nationwide to be awarded the highly prestigious Scholarship in 2022. My...

Adam J. says "Kelsey was a caring and knowledgeable nanny for my 6-year-old daughter. My daughter has ADD and autism. She isn't as easy to supervise as the average child....

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Chelsea R.

Looking For Date Night Babysitting Opportunities!

Berlin, CT

4.5(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 17 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
My name is Chelsea and I am a 27-year-old School Counselor at a middle school! I have a Masters degree in School Counseling as well as my Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education. I am an easy going, reliable and very hardworking individual who has 14 years of childcare experience. I haven been babysitting since the age of...

Shirley T. says "I hired Chelsea to monitor my 17 &18 year old son and daughter while my husband and I went away for our anniversary. She was great! She was...

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Chelsea S.

Cromwell, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm Chelsea! I'm 30 years old. I have many years of experience. Working with kids is something I've always been very passionate about. I have experience with children of all ages and with a range of different needs and abilities. I enjoy reading, crafts, and baking! I have been with three families from care. I moved to...

Amie R. says "Chelsea is very sweet and kind! I felt extremely comfortable leaving my 11 year old twins and 4 month old baby in her care. Which is a huge deal considering...

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Laura F.

Caregiver

Newington, CT

4.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hello families, My name is Laura, I've been a professional nanny for about 13 years now. While I truly enjoy working with little ones, I especially love engaging them in fun activities and getting to know their unique personalities. I have extensive experience in infant and pediatric care. I have a background in mental health...

Care Member says "Watched my son as a fill in sitter. He had so much fun with her. Very responsive and professional. Would have her work for our family again!"

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Zuliana C.

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Cromwell, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
Nurturing young minds is one of my passions, and I've dedicated the last seven years to providing enriching childcare experiences- which have equipped me with strategies to foster growth and development in children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens. - CPR/ First Aid / ECE certified - Also coach and run youth sport...

Adam D. says "Zuli was great with our two little boys, ages 2 and 4, who are both VERY busy! We never worried that our children were in safe hands with Zuli. We trusted...

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Amy G.

Wethersfield, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
I have had the pleasure of caring for children professionally for over 17 years with outstanding references to match! I am trained by the Red Cross in CPR/First Aid and have a perfect driving record. I absolutely love caring for children and look forward to chatting with you about your childcare needs!

Robin T. says "We have used Amy for backup care for our son from when he was 4 months to about a year old. She is absolutely fabulous with him and always treats him like...

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Janeleen N.

Experienced Nanny/sitter!

Wethersfield, CT

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
August 2025 Update: I am currently only available for occasional date night sitting during the week or weekends (excluding Thursdays). Hello! I am an experienced nanny and childcare provider with a strong background in child development. Currently working as an elementary school teacher, I have extensive experience caring for...

Care Member says "Janeleen is amazing! We hired her to watch our 1.5 year old twins and it was wonderful not having to worry about anything knowing they were in such...

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Allyson Y.

Wethersfield, CT

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I come from a very large family with over 40 first cousins! Many are younger, so naturally I would always babysit! I have nannied for twin girls from the time they were only a few months old to the age of 4. I have nannied for other private families as well. I have experience with newborns all the way to young teens. I also have...

Olivia S. says "Courteous and on time. Friendly. Brought references to the interview. Decided to go with another applicant that better fit my family."

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Nima L.

Middletown, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a mother to a beautiful daughter. I have been working as nanny since moving here from India where I was an elementary school teacher. I am punctual, responsible, caring, easy going, and enjoy working with all age of babies and children! I have excellent references. Recently, I took care of two little girls of a working...

Catherine T. says "Nima was our nanny for a year and a half. I have 3 kids and have hired many sitters over the years. I always struggled with trusting someone with my...

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Cynthia T.

Full Time Nanny

Glastonbury, CT

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
I have raised two wonderful successful daughters and had the privilege of helping with my grandchildren which are full-time in school now. In the past 30 yrs, I worked along with my husband as the director of the children's department for our local church. Managing teachers' schedules and providing fun activities for children...

Elizabeth G. says "Cynthia was wonderful with my three children. She is particularly gifted in regard to her ability to work with young children. She has a lot of energy...

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Suzanne E.

Berlin, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hi, there! I'm an experienced caregiver and companion comfortable with special needs children and adults. I'm certified through DDS for individualized day and personal support. I'm generally available for part time or occasional requests. Please feel free to contact me to discuss your situation and see if we could be a good fit....

Kristy M. says "Suzanne has been our son's nanny for more than a year. She's reliable and on time, and is always willing to be flexible, lend a hand around the house, or...

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  • 60 newborn nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.80/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated newborn nannies is 5.0

Recent newborn nanny reviews from local parents in Portland, CT

Newborn Nannies in Portland, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed newborn nannies

Kara O.

She worked for us for several years while my kids were still in need of a summer nanny. They loved her and still keep in touch when they...

- Judy B.

Cassie K.

Cassie is an incredible person to work with. I can't recommend her enough. She cared for our son from 4 to 6 months and was a huge blessing...

- Ellie B.

Melinda R.

Melinda is an amazing babysitter that wish I would have found earlier. She came to our family after having a bad experience and instantly...

- Andrea L.

FAQs for finding a newborn nanny near me in Portland, CT

So, how much is a nanny for a newborn going to cost you? Hiring a newborn nanny in Portland, CT on Care.com will cost an average of $21.80 per hour as of December, 2025. All newborn nannies charge varying rates and these rates can depend on how much experience they have and where you live.

There are 5 newborn nanny profiles you can review for nannies in Portland, CT on Care.com. You can also read 3 for newborn nannies near you.

It’s easy to find a nanny for your newborn with Care.com. You can hire a nanny for newborn babies near you in Portland, CT. Not sure how to interview a nanny for a newborn? Prepare a list of questions in advance so you make sure you learn everything you need about each candidate to make your decision. You may also want to run an independent background check for extra peace of mind.

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