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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Joanna. I m a mother of a teenage girl 13 and a teenage boy 16. I m currently finishing up a class and clean residential homes. I m a early bird and find myself at the gym most early mornings. I love children of all ages and would love to help a family that needs extra help with childcare. I've mostly cared for...
Joanna can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
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, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
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.
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:
First Aid
CPR
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.
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, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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 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, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CNA
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.
Margaret U.
Falmouth, ME
$25-35/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am the youngest of a family of four! I am currently living in Moose Lake. I am a CNA, and previously a PCA. I have my own car and I love cooking! I'm energetic and caring and very organized. I take my job seriously but I love to play! I think a child's creativity is one of their greatest gifts and it is important to do...
Margaret can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Caring and attentive, wishing we still lived in the same state!"
Kortnie U.
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
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
(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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Elena is a wonderful babysitter, engaged and super responsible."
Samantha S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Sabrina. I am a 2021 graduate of Southern New Hampshire University with a bachelors in Psychology and am now a graduate student at UNE online. I have about six years of professional nannying experience between multiple families and kids, aged newborn to 15. I absolutely love the families I have met through...
Sabrina can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sabrina is really dependable and great with kids. Engaging and always responsive when it comes to last minute child care, very on top of answering messages."
Gracelyn G.
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
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Amelia, I am 28 years old and local to Portland. I work full time as a Special Education Teacher for PPS and have worked in the education field for 6 years. Working with children is a passion of mine! When I am not in my classroom with my students I'm thinking of ideas to bring to the classroom to support them...
Amelia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amelia was 15 minutes early! My daughter just loved her."
Andrea A.
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"How and where do I even begin! Emily is an absolute dream!!! She is so great with children; not only do my nephews love her, the little neighbor girls love her, our whole family also adores her! She is not just punctual, she's early for everything. She's always...
Michelle S.
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: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over a decade of childcare experience. I have previously worked as an Infant & Toddler Teacher and spent a summer directing a summer day camp! I'm looking to pick up extra hours doing what I love the most- caring for children. You deserve a date night! Safety and fun are my priorities, so if you're looking for reliable...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Liz is extremely dependable and conscientious, always on time and followed all instructions perfectly. Most important, our 3-year-old loves her!"
Elizabeth E.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 25 families in your neighborhood
I was born into a large family of eight children and started taking care of my siblings when I was 8 years old (It's usual/normal in my culture for elder siblings to help care for their younger siblings). Taking care of them was a part of my daily routine when I was not in school until I left for college; moreover, I am their...
Gentille can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Gentille is absolutely wonderful. She watched my four month old twins while she was on winter break from school. I was working from home, and Gentille was such a joy to have in our home. She fed the twins, read them books, encouraged them to do tummy time, helped...
Jenna H.
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
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 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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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...
Caitlin M.
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & 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.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Cumberland Foreside, ME
Elizabeth K.
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 again!
- Rebecca M.
Shelby S.
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.
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
Jami D.
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 kids/ different settings. She always...
- Emily H.
Margaret U.
5.0
Caring and attentive, wishing we still lived in the same state!
- Kortnie U.
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How much do babysitters charge in Cumberland Foreside, ME?
The average rate for Cumberland Foreside, ME babysitters on Care.com is $20.00 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 Cumberland Foreside, ME?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Cumberland Foreside, 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.