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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
Hannah W.
Portland, ME
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have many years of babysitting experience as well as an associates degree in Early Childhood education, and am currently in school at USM working on my Bachelors in Social Work. Before going to USM I was a Preschool Teacher in Windham for three years.
I love being outdoors and having fun! My hours are very flexible...
Hannah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hired Hannah for a short term/part time nanny position. She has been excellent- reliable, responsible and my kids adore her!! Would definitely hire again."
Sarah L.
Madison L.
Portland, ME
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Madison! I worked as a Registered Nurse in the NICU for a little over 3 years prior to moving to Portland, where I have worked as an RN at a Pediatric Endocrinology office for almost 1 year. I have a lot of experience taking care of infants, but I love caring for kids of all ages! I am a big fan of animals as well,...
Madison can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Madison has been great with my family. She has taken care of both our two daughters, when not in school, and our puppy. Our daughters, one is almost 9 yo and the other almost 5 yo, love spending time with her. Madison has been very flexible and available even with...
Carlotta G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I'm currently looking for supplemental caregiving opportunities starting at the end of August 2023. These would include a part-time weekly schedule (M/W/F), weekday night care, and all-day or nightly weekend care. I'm very flexible and readily available!
I started being a mother's aide and babysitter at 13 years old. Since then...
Charlotte can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Charlotte was an excellent babysitter for my 1 and 4 year olds while we were on vacation. She is energetic, engaging, dependable and confident. Especially when my kids dealt with some separation issues, she remained calm. She knew just what to do and they looked...
Katharine L.
5.0
(1)
I am a 25-year-old living in Portland with a full time teaching job. I am looking for extra work during week nights and potential for some weekends. I am reliable, caring, educated and love children. I am currently getting my masters in special education. I look forward to working with you and your family!
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Hannah is an absolute sweetheart. She’s well rounded, loves kids, works super hard and is extremely efficient! She helped us around the house immensely! We love when Hannah’s around!"
Care member
Andrew S.
South Portland, ME
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a college student back for the summer and have had experience working with younger children at the Jewish Community Alliance preschool (JCA), as well as experience sitting for older children (5-13) for clients in the past. Additionally, I am also the oldest cousin/big brother and have been tasked with caring for my younger...
Andrew can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
4.0
"My two boys loved spending time with Andrew this summer! He showed interest in their activities and took them to do fun things. I was so happy for them to have a male role model to interact with this summer!"
Megan R.
1.0
(1)
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience as a babysitter and as a live-in nanny. I am also a certified EMT and CPR + First Aid instructor (adults, infant, children, and pets). My schedule is flexible. I work part-time for FEMA. Happy to provide any background check info. Have my own transportation, and very organized and reliable!
Danielle can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
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:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
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, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
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
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, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
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
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
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
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Cape Elizabeth, ME
Hannah W.
5.0
Hired Hannah for a short term/part time nanny position. She has been excellent- reliable, responsible and my kids adore her!! Would definitely hire again.
- Sarah L.
Madison L.
5.0
Madison has been great with my family. She has taken care of both our two daughters, when not in school, and our puppy. Our daughters, one is almost 9 yo and the other almost 5 yo, love spending time with her. Madison has been very flexible and available even with short notice. She has even texted...
- Carlotta G.
Charlotte H.
5.0
Charlotte is a highly capable and dependable nanny who provided outstanding care for my son over the course of a year. She was always punctual, caring, and attentive, and she showed initiative by bringing educational activities that kept my son engaged and entertained. On top of that, Charlotte soon...
- Andrew K.
Hannah Q.
5.0
Hannah is an absolute sweetheart. She’s well rounded, loves kids, works super hard and is extremely efficient! She helped us around the house immensely! We love when Hannah’s around!
- Care member
Andrew S.
5.0
Drew watched our behaviorally challenging five-year-old three days a week all summer, and he did a fantastic job. He picked him up from preschool, drove him to appointments, and took him on adventures through the city. He was always punctual and reliable, and my son really enjoyed their time...
- Christopher V.
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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.