Find local babysitters in Woodstock Valley, CT

My name is Karen. I am 47 with 2 grown boys (1 in College and 1 in the military) and a husband retired from the Ct state police. I retired 2 yrs ago as a social worker for the St of Ct. Every parent strives in raise children who are confident, independent, happy and self sufficient beings. My personal and professional experiences, along with my passion for caring and interacting with children, contribute to these goals. I am gifted with organizational skills and multi-tasking. I possess an enormous amount of patience, which is a very important quality when caring for children. Children need to have a sense of stability and consistency, in addition to being allowed enough freedom to grow into confident self sufficient individuals; something I balance well with children. A successful caregiver needs to be able to give individual attention. Gaining the trust and respect of a child is very important. If a child doesn't respect you, they rarely will listen. I don't believe in anger, violence, or threats to motivate children into behaving as most children simply desire to feel respected, needed, listened to and understood. With my education and own experiences as a “mom,” I relate well with children of all ages, from infancy to the teen years. I enjoy being active and spending time outside whether it’s hiking or swimming or simply gardening or taking a walk. I advocate for children of all ages to join in on physical and outside activities but recognize the bonding experience that also comes from snuggling on the couch with a good book or movie. I am an affectionate person but also know children have individual boundaries that need to be respected. My beliefs are that children need to be shown affection and love in order to know how to reciprocate it. I’m efficient with daily activities and scheduling. I’m happy to take care of light laundry and making nutritious snacks/meals as personal health is also something I enjoy teaching and learning about. I’m a safe driver with no derogatory driving history. I have over 25 yrs of professional experience interacting and assessing children and families. I feel strongly in offering up choices to children rather than saying “no.” I am able to implement routine, stability and consistency to children’s lives. Children learn through their own exploration and should be allowed to do just that, in a safe manner. I believe fostering mistakes should be viewed and utilized as learning opportunities. Max word reached! Regards

Hi, My name is Tami.  I've been able to have the opportunity to have had a variety of experiences which has allowed for a wide range of skill sets.  Along with a wide range of skill sets, my age has allowed for maturity and patience. I started babysitting at the age of 11 and carried this through into several Nanny jobs while in college. If you are seeking the occasional date night, please do reach out. Flexible and available. Trust me your kiddos will be well care for. I have had the opportunity of teaching in a preschool/toddler classroom for about 20 years (in total), also spending time in the infant room and my favorite the toddler classrooms! Those classrooms were integrated with special need programs as well. Classroom experiences encourage variety, quick thinking and spontaneity. Previous positions were demanding which homed in on skills of being capable to multitask and the ability to handle almost any type of emergency. If you are needing a "house manager" along with childcare, I am confident we can work that out as well. I think you will find my skills, my personality and my enjoyment of being around children as an asset. I do currently have my certification for Early Education. Easy to work with. Looking forward to talking with you and will provide more information when needed. Currently CPR and First Aid Certified. References are available upon request  

I am an American citizen resident who is very enthusiastic in the position of a Nanny or as a Child Caretaker. I have an excellent experience taken care with ages from newborn to school age. I am confident that I can provide an exceptional care to your child, and with my competence to use a conscientious judgment for the welfare of a child I will be a wonderful child caretaker. I am also a mother of a 2 successful wonderful adult children. I am meticulous in environment, sanitation or hygiene care. I am a consistent hard worker and excellent as a house manager. I love cooking, baking, nature, and outdoor activities. Raising and sharing with my children my love, compassion, patience, and hard work is the greatest accomplishment I made as a mother. With my natural characteristics as a loving and caring individual rest assure I will protect and love your child as my own. I am a strong believer in a golden phrase " Do to others as you would have them do unto you" I do not smoke nor drink liquor except for a very special occasion only. I do not engage in texting and neither waste time in phone chatting. I have a very clean criminal and background history including my driving history. I am flexible for overtime or overnight with short notice if needed and for occasions. I believe in creating a positive happy environment for children, one in which they feel protected and can thrive. I may not be as young and attractive like other nanny but what can I offer you is trustworthy and dependability including a delivery of my proper skills and competence of knowledge in taken care your child. I can work on short notice, overtime, or whenever I'm needed. I have been trained in First Aid, CPR-AED certification as a healthcare provider from infant to adult by the American Heart Association. I hope my brief introduction about myself will give yo an interest to give me a chance for an interview.

Hi there! My name is Morgan, I'm 24. I'm trying to transition into making money doing things I enjoy doing includingchild care. I love being around children and learning their unique personalities. Growing up, I was always around infats & toddlers so I have learned how to take care of kids from a young age. Hopefully I can be of service to you and your family and looking forward to meeting your little one.

My name is Emily, I’m 26 years old, and currently work in a preschool classroom at a daycare. I have also nannied full time and have over 7 years of experience working with children. I’m looking for a part time position on the weekends to make some extra money. I love doing arts & crafts, sensory play, going on nature walks, and spending time outdoors! I have a reliable vehicle and have been first aid trained. If you think I’d be a good fit for your family please don’t hesitate to send me a message!

I have 2 years of babysitting experience. I have babysat for children ranging from 2-11. I have watched up to 3 kids at one time but I am willing to watch more. I have worked with a child who needed a scheduled medication/shot which I would be willing to do again. I am CPR and First Aid Certified.

I am a mom who has experience with children of all ages. I have worked in a daycare as an infant and toddler teacher, been a Nanny for many years, and absolutely love children. I have held long term Nanny positions and become part of the family to those who I have worked for. I also have a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education. I'm looking for a long term, full time position, where I could care for the child(ren) of a family, as well as occasional care of my daughter - we are trying to figure out a preschool schedule based on my next Nanny role. I value my relationships and am looking for a great fit all around. I'd love to hear from you!

Hi my name is Monica . I recently closed my childcare business after 30 years to move to Woodstock in December. I’m looking to stay working with children as a nanny. I have so much experience with children 3m to 12 yrs. Excellent references as well. Thanks for reading my profile

10+ Years of Childcare Expertise: Initiated my babysitting journey in 10th grade, building a strong foundation in child supervision and care. Diverse Age Range Experience: Skilled in caring for children from as young as 6 months up to 14 years, adapting care routines and activities to meet unique developmental needs. Multi-Family Engagement: Successfully managed responsibilities for five different families during my college years (2012–2014) in Storrs, CT, earning their trust through consistently dependable and individualized care. Ongoing Commitment: Continuously provide babysitting services post-college, effectively accommodating evolving family needs as children grow and progress into school environments. Adaptability & Reliability: Excel in flexible scheduling, safety management, and creative engagement, ensuring both a secure and nurturing atmosphere for every child.

Hello and thank you for stopping by to view my profile, my name is Maria. Hello there, I am First Aid and CPR certified,. I’m great with kids, I watch a 4 year old little girl on occasion. I have been watching her since she was about a month old. I pick her up from daycare a few days during the week. I cook and feed her at her parents' home. I helped potty train, bath & dress her. We play indoors and outdoors, I bring her to the park and make sure she is safe. I read her books & stories. I get her ready for bed. I tidy up the parents' home and I also feed her cat and dogs.