Connecticut employment requirements
Minimum Wage
$16.94/hour
Overtime
1.5x after 40h/week
Sick Leave
Not required by state law
Worker Protections
Domestic Worker Bill of Rights in effect
Connecticut Domestic Worker Bill of Rights
- •Written employment agreement required
- •Right to time off and rest periods
- •Protection against discrimination and harassment
Frequently asked questions
What does Connecticut's Domestic Worker Bill of Rights mean for my contract?
Connecticut has a Domestic Worker Bill of Rights that provides additional protections including: Written employment agreement required, Right to time off and rest periods, Protection against discrimination and harassment. These protections are referenced in your contract.
What is the minimum wage in Connecticut?
The current statewide minimum wage in Connecticut is $16.94/hour. Your nanny's pay rate must be at or above this amount, and a city or county rate may be higher. The contract builder currently checks the statewide rate only, so confirm the local rate for the work address.