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60 babysitters are listed in Cape Elizabeth, ME
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Cape Elizabeth, ME
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
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.
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision
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. "
Care member
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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...
Suzanne M.
5.0
(1)
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: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & 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
(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.
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, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Emily is very honest, trustworthy, punctual and and terrific with children of all ages. She is highly recommended to work with any age because of her loving nature. She would be an asset to any family."
Mindi S.
Susanna S.
Portland, ME
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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...
Care member
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
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: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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 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: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Gabrielle is amazing!!! She has been such a blessing to our family!! Our children love her and so do we!! I couldn’t recommend her more! "
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & 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, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
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.
5.0
(1)
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alexis is wonderful. She babysits for our 13 month old son on a regular basis. I am almost hesitant to write this review because I want to keep her available for us! "
Mollie R.
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have AA in Early Childhood Education from SMCC. I owned/operated a family child care in my home for 19 years. We had accreditation from a Family Childcare Association. The childcare closed in 2013. Currently working part-time care giving for children and seniors.
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Lisa took care of our two children for about 5 years. Part of the time was in her home daycare and part was in our home. I cannot say enough about the wonderful care she provided! They were always learning, exploring, creating and having fun! She provided the kids...
Emily B.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Cape Elizabeth, ME
Eilish C.
5.0
Eilish is amazing! She was the first sitter we had since COVID, and she handled our older child's nervousness with ease. In a few short minutes, they were playing games in complete comfort. Eilish is punctual, responsible, communicative, and so so sweet - basically everything a parent could want in...
- Caitlin M.
Ashley G.
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.
- Care member
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
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 little bit easier!
- Anna K.
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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 $19.38 per hour as of March 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.