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60 babysitters are listed in Cape Elizabeth, ME
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Cape Elizabeth, ME
Andrea M.
Cape Elizabeth, ME
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Andrea and I am a college graduate who is 37 years old. I graduated from the University of Maine at Farmington with a BA in Psychology as well as many completed credit hours in the Early Childhood program offered at the school. I participated in numerous practicums on campus which included interacting with children...
Andrea can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Andrea was very professional and communicative. I am sorry that we did not have the opportunity to hire her after we met. She was extremely warm and friendly and would have been a great care provider!"
Johanna W.
Emma C.
Cape Elizabeth, ME
$24/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I just graduated college and have moved back to Cape Elizabeth! I have been a summer camp counselor and babysitter for 6 years, and I absolutely love working with kids! I am working at Cape Elizabeth Community Services Summer Rec Camp this summer and I am available on weekends! . I have worked with preschool-aged kids up to...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emma is intelligent, active, responsible, reliable, trustworthy and can handle kid behaviors calmly and competently. And she has a great sense of humor. We love her and hope she returns to our area!!!! My kids are very particular and both love Emma ❤️🌟❤️. "
Care member
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: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Clara W.
Cape Elizabeth, ME
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
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...
Lily O.
Cape Elizabeth, ME
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
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...
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...
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:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & 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.
5.0
(2)
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, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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
5.0
(1)
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & 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."
Care member
Christina H.
South Portland, ME
$25-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
AVAILABLE NOW! Caring, Dependable, Trusting, Responsible, Loving, Organized.
5.0
(1)
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, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & 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.
5.0
(2)
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.
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, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
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.
5.0
(1)
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: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & 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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am the mother of 4 wonderful kids, ages 25-32 and grandmother to 3 adorable and active boys ages 1-11 years old! I moved to Maine three years ago. Before that I had an in home child care in which I cared for infants to 3 or 4 years old for several years. I prefer to take care of infants to 2 years old. I am a nurturer by...
Donna can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Donna is a very loving, genuine, and trustworthy child care provider! I always felt very comfortable leaving my kids with her, and she was very flexible to my specific needs. I would highly recommend her!"
Sherene W.
Shelby S.
Portland, ME
$27/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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.
Ashley G.
Scarborough, ME
$21-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ashley has been great with our 18 month old. She’s fun, energetic and outgoing - very engaging for our little one. Highly recommend! "
Care member
5.0
(2)
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: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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
Andrea M.
5.0
Andrea was very professional and communicative. I am sorry that we did not have the opportunity to hire her after we met. She was extremely warm and friendly and would have been a great care provider!
- Johanna W.
Emma C.
5.0
My kids had a great time with Emma. They are now asking when we'll be going out again so Emma can come back and watch them. I felt very comfortable with her and would definitely have her back again.
- Morgan N.
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
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Cape Elizabeth, ME:
How can I find a Cape Elizabeth babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Cape Elizabeth, ME can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 9 babysitters in Cape Elizabeth, ME on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Cape Elizabeth, ME?
The average rate for Cape Elizabeth, ME babysitters on Care.com is $19.44 per hour as of January 2025. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Cape Elizabeth, ME?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Cape Elizabeth, ME through Care.com. As of 2025, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.