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60 babysitters are listed in Cape Elizabeth, ME
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Cape Elizabeth, ME
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Kate and I am a full time pediatric physical therapist. I am open to helping families with date nights or weekend opportunities. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old, and that has been my primary job throughout junior high and high school. I love playing sports, doing crafts, and being creative with...
Kathryn can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My husband and I felt lucky to find Kate and have her care for our child. As a first time mom it wasn't easy to leave my babe with someone I didn't know personally, however Kate made me feel at ease. She took wonderful care of our child. We are eager to have her...
Kimberly D.
Delaney P.
Portland, ME
$30-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I started nannying in 2012 and have babysat since 2009. I have copious experience in childcare of all ages (new borns to late teens), including nannying, occasional date night sitting, working as a teacher's assistant in a day care. I thoroughly enjoy spending time with the little ones and teaching them how to grow their...
Delaney can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Delaney worked for us the summer of 2013 and did a great job with our two children, ages 4 and 6 at the time."
Christine L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm 26-years-old and live in Portland. I have almost 10 years of babysitting experience, and several years of long term nannying. I've found all my experiences to be valuable and rewarding, as I really love children and hope to one day have a career working with them. I've cared for children as young as 3 months old, as...
Gwenyvere can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Gwen has been working with our family for about a year. I couldn't imagine a better fit! She is kind, dependable, and enthusiastic. We feel so lucky to have found her! She and our daughter have such a sweet friendship, it makes leaving her when we go to work just a...
Anna K.
5.0
(4)
Hello there! My name is Emily, I am 24 years old, and I am really excited to start working as a part-time babysitter! I have been working with children since I was 13 years old. I am very passionate about art, mental health, and the outdoors, and sharing that interest with kids to help their adventurous side come out. I look...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"When we were looking for someone to watch our three kids over the summer, Emily was the perfect fit. While I was in class all day she made a daily schedule for the kids, it included art, and other creative things. She also let the kids put their own touch on the...
Brittany S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jane. I am 25 years old. I recently moved to Portland to pursue a masters in occupational therapy. I am currently working at a school for children with autism spectrum disorder. I started babysitting in high school and have worked in afterschool programs and nannying positions ever since. I am working or in...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jane is absolutely (without question) an amazing help to our family. She has to go back to College this Fall but I would hire again in a heart-beat. If she has some time during her school year, she will be a great help to you!!!! But we plan to hire her every...
Modupe C.
Susanna S.
Portland, ME
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi , my name is Anna! I would love to be able to babysit for you. I am CPR and first aid certified. I am studying elementary education so I am excited to work with any age kid. Thank you!
Susanna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Anna was incredible with our two kids, 5 and 2.5. They can be a handful, but she was warm, fun, sweet, and caring. They were wonderfully tended to and kept asking for her to come back (which is rare!). She was also really respectful of the house, cleaned up, and...
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Donnielle W.
Old Orchard Beach, ME
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have years of experience working with children, especially those with special needs. Currently, I work as a mental health therapist. I am comfortable working with infants, toddlers, and school aged children. I have been trained in first aid/ CPR; however, I do not have a current certification. I am available for date night...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Friendly and helpful! Did a great job, would absolutely hire again"
Andrea J.
Samika S.
Scarborough, ME
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Samika and I'm 26 years old. I'm a licensed Nail Technician and own my own business which makes me extremely flexible as I make my own schedule!
I've been doing childcare for 13 years for multiple families throughout the Portland and surrounding areas. I've watched children ages Newborn-15 years old. I do have training...
Samika can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Greatest babysitter we've ever had! She is always on time and the kids love her. She is a very responsible driver and I trust her driving my 2 young children! Our house is always spotless (without asking) when we return home! We love Samika!"
Kate C.
Rachael N.
South Portland, ME
$20-39/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available On Monday, Wednesday, And Fridays.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am 23 years old and I am both CPR and First Aid certified. I have been babysitting/nannying since I was about 14 years old so I have quite a bit of experience. I also have my own car so I am able to drive wherever I'm needed :)
Rachael can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rachael was absolutely lovely! She played with the children (they loved her!), fed them and even bathed our little girls for me. She also walked the dogs for us. She was a great help and I highly recommend her."
Angela K.
Elizabeth K.
Portland, ME
$25-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there! My name is Liz and I am a fun-oriented, nature-loving lady that tries to spend every moment possible learning! I have worked with kids for the past 8 years in various capacities. I have 7 years of experience as a youth development professional in an experiential education setting as well as several summers' worth of...
Elizabeth can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Liz is amazing! She is incredibly patient and kind and is fantastic with kids. I have two high energy boys and she was playful yet firm when needed. We still use her helpful phrases like "no grabby hands." I wish she still lived in MA because I'd love to hire her...
Rebecca M.
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have grown up around all ages kids and have always helped watch and take care of them, I have a niece and baby brother that I look after frequently. I love the outdoors and very active!
Gabrielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gabrielle was wonderful with our 5 month old! She was responsible, on time and followed the plan for the day. She was very sweet and gentle with our infant. I would recommend!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Professional Background: I graduated from the University of Maine at Farmington with a Bachelors in Elementary Education with a concentration in Mathematics in 2018. I worked at a daycare throughout college (ages 6 weeks - 8 years). Upon graduation, I taught three full years of 1st grade and babysat regularly on top of that....
Sarah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Sarah was an incredible help to us as we traveled through Maine for a week. My son immediately took to her. She was flexible, creative, punctual and enjoyable for us to have around. Sarah was very professional in the way she handled my guy but in an easy way...
Michael And Anne R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a 28-year-old Art Director looking to get back into babysitting on the side! Before finding my career, I nannied in New York City for 6 months, and off and on for 5 years while I was in college in Boston. I have lots of experience with children under 5, and I love spending time with older kids too.
I love getting creative...
Hope can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
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.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Educator living in Portland after years of travel/work. Looking to work with kind family so I may save up some money to build a tiny house and continue my education. 15+ years work at a girls summer camp (age 8-15), plus babysitting for kids of all ages. I was a live-in nanny for 6 mo. in Sydney for 3 girls (1/3/5), 6 mo. in...
Molly can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Amelia T.
South Portland, ME
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently an Occupational Therapy student at UNE. I graduated from Lesley University with my Bachelors in Children, Youth, and Family Studies in 2023. During my gap year between undergrad and post grad, I worked as a Developmental Specialist doing Early Intervention therapy with children 0-3. My long term goal is to become...
Amelia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amelia has watched my godsons many times. She has taken care of all 3 and provided them with fun activities. We always call Amelia for date night! "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Starting with watching the neighborhood kids while their parent's were still home at age 11, I have been babysitting for years, taking on new experiences and challenges as I grow. For 5 years, I worked as a swim instructor for kids and adults ages 2-70. I was repeatedly acknowledged for providing a caring, exciting and lovingly...
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My Care.com subscription is about to expire and my final act on the platform is to sing the praises of this INCREDIBLE human. Please prepare for an overly sappy post! When we set out to find a caregiver for our 1 year old, I was beyond nervous for the transition....
Care member
4.5
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Macy C and I am an experienced sitter. I am 21 years old and currently enrolled in college. I love children, animals, and just meeting new people in general. I am very flexible on the weekends and mostly afternoons/evenings during the week. Outside of school, I enjoy running and walking my dog in my free time or...
Macy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Macy is great because she has an energetic, fun, yet relaxed energy for my young kids. She was professional in her communication with the adults. "
Care member
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Elena is a wonderful babysitter, engaged and super responsible."
Samantha S.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Cape Elizabeth, ME
Kathryn M.
5.0
My husband and I felt lucky to find Kate and have her care for our child. As a first time mom it wasn't easy to leave my babe with someone I didn't know personally, however Kate made me feel at ease. She took wonderful care of our child. We are eager to have her care for our baby again!
- Kimberly D.
Delaney P.
5.0
Delaney was a full-time nanny for my family for about two years for my son when he was 3 months-2 years as well as our dog. She was an amazing addition to our family! She is a positive, loving person and took great care of my baby. She loves to have fun and will actively play with you kids while...
- Suzanne M.
Gwenyvere S.
5.0
I highly recommend working with Gwen! She is great with our 5yo. Gwen is responsible, reliable, and caring. It's easy to schedule and communicate. We trust Gwen with after school pick-ups and activities (which she has been doing for the whole school year). And our child enjoys her time with Gwen....
- Care member
Emily G.
5.0
When we were looking for someone to watch our three kids over the summer, Emily was the perfect fit. While I was in class all day she made a daily schedule for the kids, it included art, and other creative things. She also let the kids put their own touch on the schedule too; take turns, my youngest...
- Brittany S.
Jane E.
5.0
Jane is absolutely (without question) an amazing help to our family. She has to go back to College this Fall but I would hire again in a heart-beat. If she has some time during her school year, she will be a great help to you!!!! But we plan to hire her every summer/holiday she is available :)
- Modupe C.
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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 8 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 $19.88 per hour as of April 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.