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5.0
(2)
While I was in high school I cared for two families. Each family had two children 2 and 5 years old. I have had experience caring for both boys and girls. In college I babysat for a family of three; ages ranging from 2-10. My most recent experience has been caring for two children ages 5 and 8 in 2016-2017; helping get them...
Lauren can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lauren works for me at a youth-services organization and is mature yet fun, and very responsible/trustworthy! I've seen her work directly with teens, interact with younger children, and know that she's also an pet-owner and animal-lover. I'd definitely trust her...
Joelle G.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 25 families in your neighborhood
I was born into a large family of eight children and started taking care of my siblings when I was 8 years old (It's usual/normal in my culture for elder siblings to help care for their younger siblings). Taking care of them was a part of my daily routine when I was not in school until I left for college; moreover, I am their...
Gentille can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Gentille was wonderful. She was very warm and jumped right in with the my three kids. She helped with making dinner for the kids and even managed to clean up, which is no small task! The kids were all sound asleep when we got home and all had great things to say...
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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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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...
Alana D.
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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Elena was a great sitter! I would absolutely hire her again."
Todd W.
Laura P.
Portland, ME
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families 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: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & 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.
Cora L.
South Portland, ME
$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Cora. I am from South Portland, Maine. I'm one of four children in my family and started babysitting when I was 15 years old. I worked at my fathers restaurant for 19 years and learned lots of valuable skills that have helped me in my babysitting. I'm very outgoing, organized, and responsible. I enjoy hiking,...
Cora can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"My kids love Cora! She's come twice to babysit them, and they've asked when she'll come back. Both times, Cora arrived on time, with lots of energy, creativity, and good cheer. She drew a hopscotch on the driveway that literally had 100 boxes on it, because the...
Valerie T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over a decade of childcare experience. I have previously worked as an Infant & Toddler Teacher and spent a summer directing a summer day camp! I'm looking to pick up extra hours doing what I love the most- caring for children. You deserve a date night! Safety and fun are my priorities, so if you're looking for reliable...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CNA
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Liz is extremely dependable and conscientious, always on time and followed all instructions perfectly. Most important, our 3-year-old loves her!"
Elizabeth E.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Dezi! I have 7 years experience with children from new born to 13+. Experience with 5+ children at a time, including new born. I've worked for both long term and short term families. I have certifications in early child care courses, CPR and first aid certified. I have experience with autistic and disabled...
Dezi can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Dezi is so amazing!!!
Where do I even begin? I don't know who is more excited to see her when she arrives, our kids or our dog? They all love her. I truly believe that's the first sign you found an amazing person to care for your family.
She's reliable,...
Jennifer B.
Leah S.
Gorham, ME
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Leah and I am 27 years old. I am one of 9 children so I am used to taking care of kids. I have been babysitting since I was 10 years old, I've worked in preschools caring for children of all ages. I have also been a nanny where I helped with homework, carpool and light housekeeping.
Leah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Leah is wonderful! She babysat our two girls while we had a parents night out and did a great job. Our girls loved her, our dog loved her, and she even emptied our dishwasher for us! Would absolutely hire her again."
Erin 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: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sarah was a nanny for my two children for a year when they were 2 and 3. She was reliable and kind and quickly became part of our family. My kids loved spending time with her and I never doubted that they were being treated with care and love. She navigated our...
Meleena E.
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
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.
Emily B.
South Portland, ME
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Emily, and I have lots of babysitting experience! Throughout middle school and high school, I was the well-known babysitter. I had weekly summer babysitting jobs, as well as helped out on random weeknights/weekends throughout the year. After graduating high school, I continued on to get my bachelor's degree in...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Jada W.
Portland, ME
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Babysitter With 21 Years Experience Looking For New Families To Work With!
Hired by 66 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have 23 years of experience caring for children in center based environments (ages 6 weeks-5 years), individually as a nanny (several of those years have been spent as an infant/toddler nanny), through evening and weekend babysitting jobs with children ages 2 weeks-17 years, doing overnights with various ages, doing...
Jada can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi there! My name is Daryn and I am 18 years old. I completed high school in 2022 and I currently attend the University of Tampa in Florida! I am on track to graduate in 2026 with a major in Business Management. I have been babysitting and caring for children since I was about 10 years old. I started out babysitting distant...
Daryn can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
I have 20 plus years of experience caring for and working with children in a variety of settings. I started working with children as a nurses aide at a neurological rehab center and on the pediatric ward of Vermont's largest hospital. I have worked in the school system as a Special Ed Para educator, after-school program...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Casey P.
Westbrook, ME
$17-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Casey and I'm 24 years old. I have babysat many children my whole life, and am very comfortable with kids and pets! I just finished nannying my last family due to them transitioning to school, and I was with them for 2 years. It was 2 kiddos, a young boy who was 9 months (now 2) and a young girl who was 2 (now 4). Before...
Casey can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm looking for families in need of a babysitter (occasional and/or consistent, I'm flexible!!) I'm a teacher in Scarborough so I would be available after 3:30 p.m. on the week days but full availability on Saturdays. :)
My childcare expands across all age groups including special and/or behavioral needs. My passion caring...
Mackenzie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
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: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
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, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Gray, ME
Lauren D.
5.0
Lauren works for me at a youth-services organization and is mature yet fun, and very responsible/trustworthy! I've seen her work directly with teens, interact with younger children, and know that she's also an pet-owner and animal-lover. I'd definitely trust her with my home, or a two legged or four...
- Joelle G.
Gentille R.
5.0
Gentille was our nanny for 3 months when our kids were 1 and 3. She is amazing! She is warm, caring, reliable, and maintains her sense of humor even when there is chaos all around her.
- Kara W.
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.
Laura P.
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 of safety. She is thoughtful,...
- Lindsey and Jason G.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Gray, ME
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Gray, ME?
You can review 1 after school babysitter profiles near you in Gray, 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 Gray, ME?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Gray, ME is $15.00. 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 Gray, 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 Gray, ME on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Gray, 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 Gray, ME can really come in handy.
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