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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
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Emma, I am a Montessori toddler teacher. I have been a professional nanny to infants and elementary age children for years, and am currently in a grad program for my Montessori credentials at MI-NE while teaching. I went to school for early childhood education, and have always been drawn to working with...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I am a worker in the Public Schools, originally from Boston, MA (worked 6 years there in public schools; from grades Pre-k, to 6th grade). Love children and working with them; really easy and flexible with schedules! I'm easy to get along with and am familiar with everything household.
Carla can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Grace G.
Scarborough, ME
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I've been babysitting/nannying since I was 14. My experience ranges from infants to adolescents. It has been such a joy to watch some of the kiddos grow up and be a part of their childhood! Several families I have worked with, I have created long lasting relationships with them. I'm dependable, honest, and compassionate. I look...
Grace can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Hi, my name is Emily and I am looking forward to working with kids and pets to have as much fun as possible! I have been babysitting and pet sitting for about two years for other families, and have four pets and a little sister of my own. I also have experience tutoring both in school and out of school, and am happy to help with...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Mia H.
Portland, ME
$25/hr • 15 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter With Background In Healthcare And Outdoor Education!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have many years of babysitting experience and love working with children of all ages! I am in nursing school working towards becoming a pediatric nurse practitioner. I have been a full time nanny as well as a pediatric nursing assistant. I am creative, outdoorsy, responsible and patient. I currently work at the Friends school...
Mia can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Ashley T.
Portland, ME
$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hey! My name is Ashley and I'm Acupuncturist practicing here in Portland. I'm looking to pick up some part time work in childcare!
I have years of experience babysitting while in undergrad and graduated school. I love hanging out with kids and following their interests! With my experience in patient care I'm well equip to...
Jordan R.
Portland, ME
$12-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
Regular Sitter With 9 Years Of Experience, Available For Day/Evening Sitting And Weekend Overnights.
Hello! My name is Jojo. I'm a 20-year-old student currently majoring in Child Psychology with hopes of becoming a family therapist. As of 5/12, I'm fully vaccinated. I've been doing paid babysitting jobs since sixth grade, and babysat regularly for a family with three young children for a three year period. More recently, I've...
Jordan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
I currently work full time in food systems work. Before that, I was a Farm School Educator with elementary-aged kids at Wolfe's Neck Center. Previously, I worked part time as a teaching assistant at Mary Johnson Children's Center (MJCC) in Middlebury, VT for 3 years. At MJCC I worked in classrooms of 16 children ranging from 18...
Zoe can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Hi my name is Brenna. I am currently a student at smcc and I am looking for ways to earn extra income to help pay for classes and school supplies. I have been an animal lover always! I have cared for dogs, cats, birds, reptiles and fish. I am available to take pets for walks, or to just keep them company. Babysitter
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for the past 6 years and have been a summer nanny for the past 4 years. I have also worked in a preschool! I am currently studying to be an occupational therapist and I have experience with children with special needs. I am happy to run any errands needed and help with anything around the house! Hope to...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I recently moved to the Portland area from Boston. I grew up in Vermont, where I received my B. S. in Dietetics, Nutrition, and Food Sciences with a minor in Psychological Sciences from the University of Vermont. I have experience working in a NICU for 1. 5 years and have taken care of toddlers and young children on an as-needed...
Livia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Katherine R.
Portland, ME
$17-32/hr • 9 yrs exp
I have a passion for the outdoors and helping kids build emotional and social competency, as well as an ability to play and engage with the world around them (love minimizing screen time!). I would also love to provide basic elder care or light housekeeping (not personal care). Baby sitter available.
Katherine can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I am presently looking for families for date nights evenings and weekends, and summer care.
I presently work as a school social worker for an elementary school in Portland. My experience includes working for a family of three in Maine, with children ages 2, 5, and 7 as well as a family who I started with when their baby...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
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:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey families, I'm Sarah! Im 21 years old, and I'm a senior at Wheaton College MA, where I am pursuing a degree in early childhood and elementary education. I'm searching for some seasonal babysitting or nannying work while I'm home from college (12/16-mid January). I have very open availability and would love to help your family...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Anna F.
Portland, ME
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Anna, I am looking for part time babysitting opportunities in the greater Portland area.
I have many years of experience (both in and out of the classroom) caring for children of all ages. I love to play, explore and create with kiddos and am a responsible Bates College grad.
I currently work in the Portland...
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Lucy L.
Portland, ME
$21-29/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have been working with children in many different environments since I was 13 years old. My skills include taking care of children in the school setting, afterschool, during outdoor activities, and getting them ready for bed.
Lucy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a second year dental student at the University of New England, College of Dental Medicine. I have baby sat for many families including watching 4 children, triplet girls and an older brother, for two whole summers in the past. I was a nanny for a family of 3, 11-year-old girl, 10 and 9-year-old boys, for the past 3 years. I...
Abagail can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Nyanen D.
Portland, ME
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
I love spending time with children of all ages, and have caregiving experience both in homes and with after-school organizations. With Middletown Urban Gardeners at Wesleyan, I helped build a community garden with local elementary schoolers, with the Art Department I supported young adults with special needs in arts+crafts, and...
Nyanen can also help with: Craft assistance
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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.