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Gabe W.
Freeport, ME
$25-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
As a friendly and approachable childcare provider with two years of experience, I'm passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives while supporting families. My goal is to provide a reliable and nurturing environment for your children.
I communicate openly with parents, regularly providing updates on their...
Sophie H.
Freeport, ME
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hoping to find a local family in need of some care! I have been babysitting for around 10 years now, and I have lots of other experience with children of all ages.
Sophie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
I have 9 years of experience in babysitting, a degree in Elementary Education from the University of Maine, and I worked at Wolfe's Neck Center Farm Camp as a camp counselor for the Peapods, ages 4-6! I love kids and having summer fun with anywhere from 1-3 kiddos! I can help with travel and any light housework or meal...
Kaitlynn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Paula D.
Freeport, ME
$30-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I've always had a passion for caring for kids. My positive babysitting experiences, along with my desire to support families and make a difference in young lives, inspired me to become a childcare provider. As a creative and friendly individual, I believe in fostering a nurturing and fun environment for children.
With three...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Caroline, originally from Cumberland and now living in Portland. I graduated from the College of William and Mary in 2022 with an Economics degree and Psychology minor. I have extensive experience with young children (especially ages 1-3) from nannying throughout college.
Currently working a 9-5 in Falmouth, I'm...
Caroline can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We have loved having Caroline working with our family. I would recommend her to anyone as I fully trust her with our children. She uses caution during the pandemic to keep our family safe. I can rely on her to be here on time and she is always willing to step in...
Blair S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a Firefighter/EMT and I reside in Raymond. I have experience working with a range of children as little as 10 weeks to 13 years. I also have experience working with foster children and children with special needs. I also have experience with children with anxiety disorders. Additionally, I have worked with numerous...
Jessie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Although she wasn't always on time she was very dedicated to the job. She is very reliable and has wonderful boundaries and morals to watching little kids. My kids loved her! We only let her go because we finally got off a wait list for a pre-k program in a...
Lindsay B.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Taylor and I am looking for part time nannying jobs or babysitting opportunities. In my junior year of high school, I completed a class in Early childhood, in which I taught in a Preschool for a year, completed a 6 week student teaching position in a kindergarten classroom. I attended school for 2 years, making...
Taylor can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Taylor has such a sweet, kind personality. Always extremely patient with my children. She can handle all 3 of them at once! Amazing!"
Kendra B.
Corrine R.
Cumberland Center, ME
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
4.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!!! My name is Corrine and I am 20 years old. I have over 2 years of infant child care experience but I am open to watching kids of an age! I love kids and how their minds are constantly craving a new adventure or thinking of something new they want to try and would love to help support them and grow with them in this stage...
Corrine can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Hired her last minute. So good with my kids, she’s a child mind reader I tell you! Best child watcher!!"
Care member
I have been babysitting for about 10 years, and have experience with kids ages 6 weeks-13 years old. I have experience with special needs kids. I just left my job at a daycare center in Cumberland where I worked for 3. 5 years and am looking for something new! I started as a floater between ages 6 weeks - 2 years old. Then I...
Claudia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I have experience with kids ages 6 months-15 years old. Once I was old enough, I was a camp counselor at my uncle's All Sports Camp and Colts Soccer Camp in Yarmouth. My first babysitting job was sophomore year of high school watching a 6-month-old and his sister who was 4. On top of that I was a weekend babysitter for a...
Julia can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
I have experience from daycares I've worked in, after-school care, babysitting, and nannying.
I love helping people see the possibilities of the world. I'm very patient, and I will work towards solutions with your child. I enjoy learning new things and sharing them in engaging ways. I love making forts or drawing maps. I'm...
Alicia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! I am an outgoing, creative, and honest caretaker. I have over 10 years of experience caring for kids from newborns to teenagers. I have worked with over 15 families providing after-school, night, and weekend care, as well as spent two summers during college nannying full-time for two families. I love providing a fun,...
Delaney can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Greer K.
Harpswell, ME
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Energetic And Outdoorsy 25-year-old Babysitter Located In The Portland Area.
I've been babysitting and working with children since I was 14 years old and have worked with children ages 0-12 years old. I have also been a full-time nanny five days a weekas well as an occasional date night babysitter. I have also had several different jobs which involve working with children such as ski instructing, camps,...
Greer can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Rachel K.
Brunswick, ME
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Rachel and I have been babysitting since my early teens. I enjoy working with kids of all ages and work to provide them with a positive and nurturing environment.
When babysitting, I like to fill the time with fun indoor or outdoor games (depending on the weather), educational activities, and some downtime...
I have over 25 years experience with children with varying degrees of disabilities and behaviors. I have done 10 years working in-home with children with behavioral difficulties where I worked with the parents and children to help build a schedule to help for a more positive environment.
I have over 15 years of experience...
Mary can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I have been babysitting since I was 12-13 y/o around my neighborhood and love working with children! I've worked as a camp counselor, where I watched children aged 1-11 y/o, planning games, and crafts, going swimming, changing diapers, and putting them down for naps. Over the past three summers, I was a nanny for three children...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Hi, my name is Erin, I live in Portland and am a born and raised Mainer! I'm a grad student at USM studying School Psychology so I am looking for some part time hours babysitting. My schedule is flexible so I'm willing to work with specific scheduling needs. I love doing fun, creative, crafty, outdoor, and imaginative things...
Erin can also help with: Carpooling
Hello!
Where to begin! I grew up in Yarmouth and it's my favorite place in the world. Over the last decade I spent 3 years studying in London, moved to NYC to start my career, moved back to Maine to work remotely during the pandemic and never left. After 7 years of working in the entertainment industry (digital...
Casey can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Emma C.
Brunswick, ME
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I have had over 5 years of experience working with many kids as well as working at summer camps! I have experience with a lot of personality types and make it my priority to ensure that the kids I hang out with are safe and having fun!
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Mariah B.
Harpswell, ME
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hello! I've been working in childcare for 9 years and it is truly my passion to work with children! Here is some information about me-
-I have many certifications including CPR/FirstAid
-I have worked in childcare centers, provided in home care, and worked at a summer camp!
-I have been the director and lead teacher in...
Mariah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Freeport, ME
Caroline S.
5.0
We have loved having Caroline working with our family. I would recommend her to anyone as I fully trust her with our children. She uses caution during the pandemic to keep our family safe. I can rely on her to be here on time and she is always willing to step in and help out on days she doesn't...
- Blair S.
Jessie B.
5.0
Although she wasn't always on time she was very dedicated to the job. She is very reliable and has wonderful boundaries and morals to watching little kids. My kids loved her! We only let her go because we finally got off a wait list for a pre-k program in a daycare and could not afford to do both...
- Lindsay B.
Taylor L.
5.0
Taylor has such a sweet, kind personality. Always extremely patient with my children. She can handle all 3 of them at once! Amazing!
- Kendra B.
Corrine R.
5.0
Hired her last minute. So good with my kids, she’s a child mind reader I tell you! Best child watcher!!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Freeport, ME
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Freeport, ME?
You can review 4 after school babysitter profiles near you in Freeport, ME to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Freeport, ME?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Freeport, ME is $23.25. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Freeport, ME?
If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Freeport, ME on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Freeport, ME to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Freeport, ME can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Freeport, ME?
We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Freeport, ME.