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Emily C.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Middletown, CT

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$17/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a first grade teacher that is looking for an awesome family to spend time with over the summer! I have had experience with children from 6 months to 12 years. My experience with children over that past years includes teaching, nannying for other families, tutoring and being a daycare teacher. References are available upon...
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Guilford, CT

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$18/hr
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
Hello! My name is Corinne and I will be a Junior at FAU in the fall. I am looking for a part time babysitting job for the summer! I have experience in babysitting and love working with children. I am also experienced with animals, and would love to care for any pets you may have as well if needed!
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Part-time Caregiver

New London, CT

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
I love children and feel very comfortable caring for them. I recently cared for my nephew from age 3-6 months, 8am-4 p.m. three days a week. It was an amazing experience and I would love to help any mothers out there who are going back to work after having a baby and don't want to put their child in daycare. The comfort of...
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Part Time Caregiver Available-prices Negotiable

Groton, CT

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$17/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
I have experience working with children since my nephew was born when I was 11. I also baby sat my neighbor's son and my friends two kids ages 2-5. I also volunteered watching younger school children through a middle school program two years ago. I'm 25 and I currently work as a Preschool teacher at a daycare with 4 to...
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Part-Time Caregiver And Mothers Helper

Groton, CT

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$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
A little about me I am a full time Aquatics Director and swim coach. I have been working with children for a little over 7 years from nannying, babysitting, coaching and even teaching pre school. Most recently I have been working with children as young as 6 months up to 17 years old. I have experience with full time nannying,...
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Part Time / Summer Nanny

Middletown, CT

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm a preschool teacher with a Bachelor's in Speech, Language, & Hearing Sciences eager to bring my creativity, positivity, and knowledge of early speech, language + literacy to supporting families! Through my experiences in early childhood settings, nannying, and four years of tutoring/mentoring (ages 10-14), I've...
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Guilford, CT

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi! I am an experienced, compassionate, professional Licensed CNA & proud Mom of two grown girls & one adorable 15-yr-old Cockapoo. I love caring for children of all ages. Each stage brings a different light. I enjoy being outdoors, going for walks, playing games, or just rocking the little ones. Although I am extremely...
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Middletown, CT

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
I would describe myself as a fun, outgoing trustworthy and responsible individual. with over 10 years of experience which includes babysitting, part time at a preschool and a mom. I've always had a passion for working and playing with kids which evolved while babysitting on my college breaks. I've had experience with kids from...
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Nine Plus Years Of Childcare Experience! Looking For Part-time/ Babysitting Positions!

Guilford, CT

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$25/hr
9 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I recently concluded my two-year Peace Corps service in Zambia. My position in the Peace Corps was a Maternal and Child Health Educator where I primarily worked with pregnant mothers and children under the age of five. Prior to this position, I worked in private child care for five years. Also, I worked in various positions at a...
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Recent BrownU Grad Looking For Childcare Work

Groton, CT

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$27/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, I am Josie, a recent graduate of Brown University on a gap year before medical school. I am energetic, patient, and aim to create a nurturing and engaging environment for children. Prior to moving to CT this past summer, I was a part-time nanny for ~2. 5 years for a family in RI, and I have experience working for other...
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Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny

Madison, CT

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$17/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I am an extremely patient and understanding person. I have experience working with adults with disabilities as well as nannying a 13-year-old girl with disabilities and ideally would like to nanny for a child with special needs. I am a junior at SCSU and a psychology major.
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Summer - Part-time

Colchester, CT

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$15/hr
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am a 55 yr old mother of 2 adult boys. I work at a high school and have summers off. I was fortunate to be a stay-at-home mom for several years while raising my boys and always having several children in our home. I've babysat many children of family and friends. I also worked for 9 years in an Emergency Department as a...
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Part-time Caregiver Available

Portland, CT

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello! My name is Jess. I am a caring, responsible, mature nanny/babysitter seeking a part-time child care position. 20 plus yrs experience in private homes and daycare centers. Excellent references. I also work in the healthcare as a CNA with an extensive medical background so your loved one, I can assure you is safe in my...
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Part-time Caregiver Available

Portland, CT

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$15/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
I'm a caregiver with a decade of experience, and I'm passionate about helping children learn and grow. I understand that every child is unique, and I tailor my approach to each child's individual needs. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love playing games and engaging in activities that are both fun and educational. I...
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Hey! Can't Wait To Meet You And Your Family :)

Greenport, NY

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$26/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
Hey! I like working with kids because it gives me a new perspective on life. In order to communicate with children you have to try and understand where they are coming from. I started working with children seemingly my whole life. I'm the second oldest child in a family of 5 children so I've helped take care of my siblings. I...
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Kiley

Northford, CT

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I am a first year student at the University of Scranton home for the summer until late August! At Scranton, I study nursing and am a member of the ROTC program. I have been babysitting, pet-sitting, and house sitting for many families since I was 12. I have even cared for chickens! Currently, I work part time as a PCA (aide) for...
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New London, CT

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hello and thank you for checking out my profile! My name is Allison and I am looking for full time or part time work as a babysitter. I love working with children and am passionate about what I do . When I am with kids they have my undivided attention. I make sure to involve books, a variety of activities, and always get the...
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Date- Night, Part Time Sitter

Madison, CT

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$33/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Grocery shopping
Hi, I'm a mom looking for part time/occasional work, available most evenings for date nights and such. I can help with virtual learning and meal prep as well. I have experience teaching and current CPR/AED/ first aid training. I practice covid safety, covid vaccinated and non smoker. Thank you for your consideration. I'm ok...
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Part-time Caregiver Available, As Well As Occasional

Waterford, CT

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$17/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hi, my name is Angela. I am an RN who is looking to switch careers. I currently work as a substitute teacher, and part time in the public library. I am applying to go back to school to get my masters in Library and Information Systems. I love being around kids, and helping others! In my free time, I like being outside, coloring,...
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Part Time Caregiver Available For The Next Three Weeks!

North Branford, CT

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$17/hr
6 years experience
I've been babysitting for almost 6 years now. I've watched children typically between the ages of 3-10. I've cooked dinner and fed, bathed, and put children to bed, while also entertaining and occupying them while parents are out. I also worked in an elementary school as a teaching assistant so I have even more experience with...
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  • 60 part time child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated part time child care is 5.0

FAQs for finding part time child care near you in Essex, CT

Every caregiver on Care.com chooses their own hourly rate and because of this, part time child care rates can vary based on factors like how experienced the caregiver is, where you live, and how many children require care. That being said, the average hourly rate for part time child care providers near you in CT is $20.00.

To safely hire part time child care near you in Essex, CT, there are a few steps we strongly recommend you take to learn more about the candidates you are considering hiring. To start, you can run a private background check. You can also interview candidates and can request references from former employers. While we do request that all Care.com part time child care providers complete an annual background check called a CareCheck (all part time child care providers who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run), we do recommend doing your own due diligence.

The neat part about Care.com, is you can review many different caregiver profiles until you find a part time child care provider near you in Essex, CT who can meet your family’s needs. Each caregiver lists the responsibilities they feel comfortable helping with on their Care.com profile and you can conduct interviews to learn more about the exact responsibilities they can help you out with.

When you do interview a part time child care provider near you in Essex, CT, you can ask them about their work experience, can inquire as to what caregiving responsibilities they can help with, and can ask them how they would handle certain situations. For example, if your child struggles with homework time, you can ask them how they would handle situations like your child refusing to do their homework.

You can interview a few different child care providers until you find one who can provide you with the part time child care you need for however many hours you require. You can set the hours and can find someone whose schedules line up with yours. There are 1 part time child care providers near you in Essex, CT who may be able to provide you with the right amount of care.

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