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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm 36 years old. I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 10 years old. When I was younger I took the babysitting course through Red Cross, I got certified as a lifeguard and I also took the Certified Nursing Assistant course a few years back. After exploring many options I finally decided that being a teacher was what I...
Jami can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Jami is AMAZING with infants, toddlers and older children. She is so loving, kind, funny, outgoing and our one year old took to her immediately. She is well-versed in all things baby, including getting babies to sleep, eat and get comfortable being around other...
Emily H.
Cassandra M.
Portland, ME
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Grad Student With Lots Of Newborn And Childcare Experience!
5.0
(3)
I am a grad student at USM, looking to nanny in my free time! I am a trained midwife, yoga teacher, and postpartum doula. I have a lot of newborn care experience, as well as a range of other ages, and I also have experience working with children with special needs and/or disabilities. I have been babysitting and nannying since I...
Cassandra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Cassandra is always happy, positive, fun and creative! Our little one loves spending time with her and they are always doing something exciting together. She makes us feel our daughter is safe and well taken care of when she is with her and we trust Cassandra to...
Alexandra M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I began babysitting around age 13, and have loved working with kids ever since. I have extensive experience working as a camp counselor, teacher, and mentor. One of my favorite experiences working with children was at an elementary school as a tutor. I am happy to help with homework, housework, pick-ups from school, and am...
Elena can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Elena is a wonderful babysitter, engaged and super responsible."
Samantha S.
Mazie L.
Portland, ME
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5 Years Of Experience, College Graduate; Majors Were EDUC + Women Studies, Minor Was Child Advocacy.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
After graduating from high school in 2018, I ventured to Burlington, VT, for a year of university before taking a hiatus from college. During this year, I immersed myself in teaching English at a community resource center in Buenos Aires, Argentina. As the head volunteer, I crafted daily lesson plans and engaging activities...
Mazie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Mazie looked after our 6m old boy and our 5.5 yo daughter for a week while we were in Portland, Maine. She was excellent with the kids and a pleasure to have around the house. Highly recommend!!"
Ryan F.
Margaret C.
Portland, ME
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have 6 years of experience with multiple families, along with my nieces and nephews. I can help with anything necessary (I. e. travel, errands, tutoring, etc.). I love kids and enjoy having fun with them, as well as helping them with their schoolwork. Baby sitter available.
Margaret can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maggie was incredible! Her calm and kind demeanor made our son as well as ourselves feel instantly comfortable. She went above and beyond to ensure he had a good time and was well taken care of while we were out. We would absolutely hire Maggie again and can't...
Dixon P.
5.0
(1)
I am a 25-year-old living in Portland with a full time teaching job. I am looking for extra work during week nights and potential for some weekends. I am reliable, caring, educated and love children. I am currently getting my masters in special education. I look forward to working with you and your family!
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hannah is an absolute sweetheart. She’s well rounded, loves kids, works super hard and is extremely efficient! She helped us around the house immensely! We love when Hannah’s around!"
Care member
Madison L.
Portland, ME
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Madison! I worked as a Registered Nurse in the NICU for a little over 3 years prior to moving to Portland, where I have worked as an RN at a Pediatric Endocrinology office for almost 1 year. I have a lot of experience taking care of infants, but I love caring for kids of all ages! I am a big fan of animals as well,...
Madison can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Madison has been great with my family. She has taken care of both our two daughters, when not in school, and our puppy. Our daughters, one is almost 9 yo and the other almost 5 yo, love spending time with her. Madison has been very flexible and available even with...
Carlotta G.
Laura P.
Portland, ME
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Laura, I'm 31 years old, and I love working with kids! I'm currently working as a teacher's aid for a preschool in Cumberland, working with 2. 5-3-year-olds although I have experience with all ages. I was a counselor at Kingsley Pines summer camp for 5 summers (I taught ukulele, guitar, waterskiing, wakeboarding...
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Laura was the most incredible full time nanny to our 5 year old for several months before she started kindergarten. She genuinely adores children and caregiving and it's obvious in all she does. She goes above and beyond in creating a strong relationship and sense...
Lindsey and Jason G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am originally from Portland, Maine, have lived all over the country, and moved to Fort Collins recently. I currently work as a freelance merchandiser and social media manager, an engineering intern for a river restoration company, and sit on the Executive board of an environmental non-profit. However, my schedule is extremely...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sarah is a kind and responsible child care provider. She took care of our son, F., when he was 7 months old and continued with us for almost a year. Sarah is calm, patient, and loving. I would easily recommend her to others!"
Elizabeth B.
Caitlin H.
Lisbon, ME
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for over 10 years for local families in their homes. I have cared for children between the ages of 4 weeks and 15 years old. My responsibilities have included preparing meals, changing diapers, bed-time routines, bathing, reading, homework help and playing with children both indoors and out. Hours have...
Caitlin can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Caitlin is wonderful! She was a full time nanny for our daughter from age 3 months to 14 months and provided back up care for our three year old when he was home sick from school. She was caring, organized, patient, and flexible - our daughter adored her! She...
Care member
Kendall D.
Portland, ME
$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Creative Sitter With Teaching Experience Seeking Full Or Part-time Work!
- 10+ years providing child care (infants, special needs, multiples)
- 2+ years as Montessori teaching assistant, sub, after school care (ages 2-13)
- CPR and first aid certified
- Fluent in French
Hello! My name is Kendall and I've been caring for children for 10 years. I started out as an in-class partner/tutor for younger...
Kendall can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
My childcare experience ranges from after school care provider and babysitter to outdoor school teacher. I love working with children they help remind you to find the joy in the little things! I have a completed minor in Special Education and have experience working with neurodiverse children.
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! I'm a 31-year-old fun loving caregiver with thorough childcare experience. I'm the oldest of 6 siblings, and have been caring for children professionally for 15+ years. Throughout high school and college I babysat for multiple families. Most of the families I've worked for kept me as their main sitter for years, welcoming...
Erin can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Emily R.
Portland, ME
$16-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter/part-time Nanny Available For Weekday Position
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am currently a student at USM, pursuing a degree in Media Studies. I have 7+ years of babysitting/nannying experience. I lived in New York City for two and a half years, and while I was there I worked as an after school nanny for two wonderful sisters (ages 4-9). My responsibilities with them ranged from getting them...
Hii, I am Myrissa! I am 25 years old and I just had my first baby beginning of November. My passion is early childhood education as I love to watch kiddos meet their milestones and grow! I have always loved taking care of other people. I have 8 years of early childhood experience from becoming an aunt at 16, working at my local...
Myrissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello my name is Suzanne, but I go by my nick name Charley. I have always loved being around children. My experience ranges from care of cousins as infants, working an after school program with 80+ children, working a summer rec with children, to babysitting. I am CPR certified for children. I am trained in playground / play...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I would like to work for you. I have many experiences about the children because I did 2 voluntary child care. I was assistant babysitting and assist helper. I assist the children to do the homework after school and many different things.
Aicha can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Abigail G.
Portland, ME
$21/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! My name is abbie, just moved to Portland after graduating from UVM and am looking for the occasional childcare opportunity. I have about 10ish years of experience from your typical babysitting gig to elementary after school teacher and mothers helper. I'm comfortable and have experience with ages as young as a few weeks...
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Kayleigh G.
Bath, ME
$23/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi, My Name Is Kayleigh! I Can't Wait To Work With You! Down Below Is A Little Bit About Me.
Hi my name is Kayleigh! I'd describe my personality as outgoing, fun and very kind!
I started working with kids when I was 13. I first started babysitting right after I got my CPR certificate. I babysat until I was 15. Then, in high school I helped kids read at the elementary school. I also worked as a daycare teacher where I...
Caitlin H.
Portland, ME
$16-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been working in childcare since 2017 in various capacities including as a camp counselor, before and after school caregiver, inpatient pediatric psychiatric technician, special needs preschool education technician, and as a babysitter for local families.
I enjoy adapting to each child's needs and special interests and...
Caitlin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Freeport, ME
Jami D.
5.0
Jami is AMAZING with infants, toddlers and older children. She is so loving, kind, funny, outgoing and our one year old took to her immediately. She is well-versed in all things baby, including getting babies to sleep, eat and get comfortable being around other kids/ different settings. She always...
- Emily H.
Cassandra M.
5.0
Cassandra is not only capable in the logistical and practical sense -- punctual, polite, generous, and knowledgeable -- she is also an intuitive and kind individual who truly cares for how children feel. She took care of both our daughters (and let's be honest, us as new parents!) at varying stages...
- Alana D.
Elena K.
5.0
Elena was a great sitter! I would absolutely hire her again.
- Todd W.
Mazie L.
5.0
Mazie looked after our 6m old boy and our 5.5 yo daughter for a week while we were in Portland, Maine. She was excellent with the kids and a pleasure to have around the house. Highly recommend!!
- Ryan F.
Margaret C.
5.0
Maggie was wonderful! Very calm and easy going, patient, positive and a joyful disposition. My kids had a blast with her. Though it was for "babysitting" my kids viewed it as a treat because they enjoyed their time with her so much. Highly recommend!
- 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 $22.67. 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.
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