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Babysitters in Cape Elizabeth, ME

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Darcy C.


Cape Elizabeth, ME

$23/hr5 yrs exp

Fun And Active Sitter!

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Hello! My name is darcy. Im going to be a junior at Umaine concentrating in childhood development and family studies. During the last few summers I have been the head counselor for a summer camp. Im also currently on the Umaine track team and love playing active games with kids!
Darcy can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
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Julia B.


Cape Elizabeth, ME

$18-24/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Responsible, Fun

Since I was old enough to watch children younger than me I have been babysitting and interacting with youth. I was a camp counselor for many summers and have done child-care at church and youth events as well as longer-term nannying. Most of my nanny experience is with younger children 5 months to 3. I love kids, love to be...
Julia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
I am in my early twenties with a full time job as a nurses aide at a nursing home. I have been watching kids since I was in middle school. I used to take care of the kids in my neighborhood and took care of family friend's kids. I also was a junior camp counselor for a few years starting in middle school. When I am with kids, I...
I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development, and have over 5 years of experience as a childcare provider. With my patient, calm, and friendly nature, I create a safe and nurturing environment for children of all ages. I believe in open communication with parents and follow their preferred method to provide...
Lily can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Chloe B.


Cape Elizabeth, ME

$15/hr10 yrs exp

3rd Grade Teacher And Caregiver

Hi! I'm Chloe! I am a 3rd grade teacher in Maine. I previous taught in Virginia for 3 years, and 1 year in Connecticut. I attended Teachers College at Columbia University where I received instruction in Gifted Education. I completed my Masters at Sacred Heart University with a concentration in elementary education. Being able to...
Chloe can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Emma, and I'm a 23-year-old childcare provider in Cape Elizabeth, Maine. I've worked with children since I was 16, including seven summers as a 5th and 6th-grade camp counselor and years of babysitting experience with kids ages 4-14. I'm CPR certified, responsible, and passionate about creating a fun, safe...
Emma can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I am 18 years old and currently attending the University of Southern Maine. I am majoring in psychology and planning to minor in education and child development. In 2021, I graduated from Cape Elizabeth High School. I have lived in Cape Elizabeth all my life and grew up playing football, basketball and lacrosse. I have always...

Rachel B.


Cape Elizabeth, ME

$25-50/hr8 yrs exp

FT/PT Nanny Position Wanted!

Hi Families! My name is Rachel, I am 25 years old and I'm a FT mama to a 2-year-old! I am a professional nanny, and I take such pride in my career working with children. I graduated from Cape Elizabeth in 2017 with my CDA certification through PATHS (Portland Arts and Technology High School) working through a 2 year early...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Cora L.


South Portland, ME

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

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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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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.

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Kendra S.


Portland, ME

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nursing Student Looking For Work

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Kendra. I am a registered nurse at MMC in Portland working night shift. I have babysitting experience with all ages. Before becoming a nurse I worked primarily with children with disabilities. On another note, if you need companionship for a relative, I would love to help you out with that as well. Looking for...
Kendra can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We hired Kendra to help take care of our daughter with special needs and her twin siblings. Not only did she adapt quickly to the Homecare of a child with significant motor disabilities, but she creatively brainstormed integrative and adaptive play activities that...

Dawn And Justin O.

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Allison O.


Scarborough, ME

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Responsible Tutor And Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am currently a student at UNE's School of Pharmacy in Portland. I have experience tutoring middle schoolers and high schoolers in various subjects. I have had experience nannying a 6-12-month-old, middle schoolers, and teenagers. I am definitely reliable, mature, and responsible. I would be happy to provide a reference...
Allison can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
5.0
"Allison was a wonderful babysitter for my 6 year old daughter. She was responsible and fun and my daughter always looked forward to seeing her."

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Jared J.


Scarborough, ME

$24/hr6 yrs exp

Fun And Caring Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have six years of experience and love working with kids. I'm an experienced and nurturing babysitter committed to providing exceptional care and support to children of all ages. Skilled in creating a safe, engaging, and stimulating environment that promotes learning and development. Knowledgeable in age-appropriate activities,...
Jared can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"Kids immediately requested he come back and babysit again! Fast responses and very flexible. Would def hire again. "

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Christina H.


South Portland, ME

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

AVAILABLE NOW! Caring, Dependable, Trusting, Responsible, Loving, Organized.

I was a former live in Nanny in Rye NH, where I am originally from. I obtained my real estate license one year ago and decided to move to Maine and now I am acclimating to this new beautiful area. My hopes are to become a part of a special family and help them with their little ones. I would be delighted to meet. Available to...
Christina can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Christina is trustworthy and great with kids! She watched a Our son from about one year old until he was about 2 1/2 when he started preschool"

Travis B.

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Kelly F.


Portland, ME

$23-35/hr10 yrs exp

Creative & Educated Babysitter With Experience

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, Employed Art teacher looking to help with nannying or cleaning during vacations, nights or weekends :) I am comfortable working with most ages. I love being active with children including outdoor adventures or crafts. I look forward to hearing from you.
5.0
"Kelly is wonderful. She babysat for our 6yo and 8yo for a summer. She is calm and kind, punctual and reliable."

Charlotte Bradley R.

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Jami D.


Portland, ME

$23-25/hr10 yrs exp

Looking for Child Care Jobs

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: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Early Education

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.

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Bridget C.


South Portland, ME

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Since high school I have regularly cared for children between the ages of 10 months and 10 years. In college, I volunteered weekly in an aftercare program and a special education classroom for elementary-aged kids, as well as taught therapeutic techniques to 6th graders. I have experience working with special needs and d/Deaf or...
Bridget can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Bridget was punctual and did a great job with our 14-month-old son on our date night. She was in great communication when needed. We will definitely hire her again!"

Audra F.

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Shelby S.


Portland, ME

$27/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a Master's of Elementary Education student in my student teaching phase. I am working full time in a local elementary school, looking for part time child care opportunities.
5.0
"Shelby is great with our two kids. She has done dinner and outings and bed time all very smoothly, which is no small thing with two kids. She is great with our toddler who warmed up to her right away. We are so happy to have found Shelby!"

Sara M.

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Madison R.


Portland, ME

$25/hr14 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Madison! I am super energetic and fun-loving with lots experience with babysitting and working with children in formal environments. I loves the outdoors, skiing and hiking! I graduated from UVM with a double major in Spanish and Sociology, I am bilingual, speaking both Spanish and English. I have worked in several...
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Maddie took care of our toddler while she was home from school, during the summer. She is a great person inside and out. She is very punctual, sweet, caring, and down to earth. Our daughter loved her and still gets excited when we mention her name. One thing...

Jonathan G.

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Ashley G.


Scarborough, ME

$21-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a nanny I have worked with children of all different ages and personalities. This has included infants, and those with disabilities such as autism. By working for lengthy periods of time, such as overnight or for multiple days, I have shown both endurance and patience. With great respect towards parental...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We hired Ashley for a summer nanny position for our baby and toddler. She was excellent—our kids loved her, and she was mature, detail-oriented, direct, and easy to work with. I always felt like my kids were in great hands! And bonus, Ashley is super tidy. "

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Eilish C.


Portland, ME

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Open To Evenings And Weekends!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I currently live and work in Portland and look forward to working with your family! I worked at the camp of Southern Maine in childcare (summer camp and daycare) with toddlers and school-aged children for four years, as well as intermittent babysitting and nannying for families with various child dynamics. I have cared...
Eilish can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We hired Eilish to care for our 4yo daughter and 1yo son in December and January, until she went back to college. She was fantastic. Super reliable, very kind and patient with the kids, great at doing crafts with our daughter and engaging with our son. We were...

Travis K.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Cape Elizabeth, ME

Cora L.

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 kids were having so much fun. We'll...

- Valerie T.

Kendra S.

5.0

We had Kendra babysit for our 2 year old son while we were visiting Portland - she was super friendly, on time and easy to communicate with. Would call again!

- Care member

Allison O.

5.0

Allison was a wonderful babysitter for my 6 year old daughter. She was responsible and fun and my daughter always looked forward to seeing her.

- Care member

Jared J.

5.0

Kids immediately requested he come back and babysit again! Fast responses and very flexible. Would def hire again.

- Care member

Christina H.

5.0

Christina is trustworthy and great with kids! She watched a Our son from about one year old until he was about 2 1/2 when he started preschool

- Travis B.

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