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I have prior experience with younger and older children. I have had a hand in raising many family members. I have my CNA and CRMA I am CPR and First aid certified for both adults and children. I am a 23-year-old Married woman and I have a 1-year-old son. I am very reliable. I have my own transportation I'm willing to do...
Anna can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CNA
Cheyenne W.
Cushing, ME
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I've been taking care of children for over 4 years, and the joy and fulfillment it brings me are unparalleled. I'm passionate about supporting families and providing reliable childcare that puts parents at ease. My patient and calm nature, combined with my creativity and imagination, allows me to connect with children and make...
Jessica S.
Spruce Head, ME
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jessica. I grew up in Midcoast Maine but we moved back to the area a few years ago after being stationed 4 years in Southern Maryland with the Coast Guard. While in Maryland, I worked for the county at a summer camp and at the child development center on base before I did private nannying for a family for just...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jessica watched my two children (11 & 2) while my husband and I were out for a few hours. She is very attentive, safety oriented, and professional. The kids had a great time with her and we look forward to working with her again!"
Ali T.
I am 19 years old and I study at Dickinson College in PA. I am living in South Thomaston until I go back to school and I'm looking for a flexible part-time job as I play tennis all summer. I am CPR and First-Aid certified. I have about 2 years of experience picking up a 4-year-old and a 1-year-old from daycare and babysitting...
Madeline can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Abby U.
Thomaston, ME
$5-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a stay at home mom. I have prior childcare experience in both a childcare setting and private babysitting. I'd love to help care for some children. I absolutely love working with children of all ages.
Abby can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I have experience caring for children of a variety of ages and abilities. I am currently open to both casual work and a regular part-time schedule.
I enjoy encouraging children's creativity and fostering learning through imaginative play, arts & crafts, reading & telling stories, and observing nature. Compassionate,...
Brigitte can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Brigitte has a warm, positive personality. Dogs, children and elderly people love her!"
Linda W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Melissa. I am 23 years old and I work as a Pediatric Registered Nurse at Barbara Bush Children's Hospital. I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old and was a camp counselor for 5 years for children of all ages. I am CPR and First aid certified. I live in Gray currently and in Boothbay during the summer...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Melissa watched our two kids for us while we were on vacation in Maine. It was a great experience--she was on time, cheerful and the kids were immediately comfortable with her. Recommend!"
Laura P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am young at heart and enjoy working with children (of all ages). My lifetime of experience includes Senior care as well. Have dog and house sat around the world!
Professionally, I had a career as an Art Director. I have worked as a Manager in hospitality, had an assortment of caregiving positions - including substitute...
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mary was wonderful! She was very relaxed, kind, capable and competent. She was engaging with my son but knew when to pull back as well. She even noticed that my son likes foxes when she came for an interview and then brought him 3 library books about foxes when she...
Zoe C.
Katherine R.
Boothbay, ME
$17/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am college student based out of NY living in Boothbay for the summer. I have lots of childcare experience and I am looking for part-time or one-time work. Willing to help with any housework and schoolwork. I come from a big family of all ages, so I would love to help take care of yours!
CPR and First-Aid Certified,...
Katherine can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"When it comes to babies there's about a handful of people I trust, and Katherine is one of them! She has been periodically watching our child since she was 3 months old and does so well with her. She is so great at engaging our child in lots of play time and...
Maggie H.
Haley W.
Warren, ME
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available Part-Time, Possibility For Full-Time Nanny
5.0
(5)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children since I was about 12 years old. I have experience babysitting for infants through to preteens. I have experience volunteering in Kindergarten through fifth grade classrooms during high school and college. In December 2013, I graduated from the University of Maine with a degree in Elementary...
Haley can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Haley has been such an asset to our family! My two year old fell in love with her right off the bat, and always looks forward to the nights Haley watches her. It is clear Haley has a gift with children, and is consistently prompt and pleasant!"
Suzanne H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
For the past 7 years, I have been pursuing my degree and working in various school systems as a CRMA, preschool assistant teacher, and most recently- a SpEdTech iii. Since then, I have been working diligently the last 2 years to curate a solid rotation of clientele. I am so pleased to have an opening in my schedule for my...
Selena can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Selena has been such a wonderful nanny for my son, very happy and welcoming personality! "
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Samantha M.
Warren, ME
$17-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
I love taking care of children. They brighten my day seeing the smiles on their faces. I'm caring and friendly and know how to make lots of things fun whether it be mealtime, nap time, and so on. I have a little brother of my own whom I helped take care of and have babysat for my friends before so I have much experience with...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hazel D.
Camden, ME
$27-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi my name's Hazel and I'm local to Camden! I grew up babysitting for many families in town and worked at a Montessori school with young kids. I love to create fun summertime activities for kids and have my own transportation. Excited to meet your whole gang!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Dedicated, experienced, compassionate, and reliable are words I would use to describe myself as a caregiver. I spent many years working as a nanny and infant teacher in a daycare setting, and I now have teenagers of my own.
Over the past couple of years, I have begun to concentrate on infant care. I am trained as a newborn care...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"Jenn watched our girls while my husband and I went to an event. We scheduled a meet up before the event day so that we could all meet and the girls could get comfortable with a new friend. She was punctual, professional, very quick at responding, and most of all...
Sara E.
I have been working on privately owned yachts for over 15 years, from cooking, childcare, dog duty you name it when it comes to assisting families I have probably done it. I am a happy easy going person that works hard and keeps a clean work place.
Tracey can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Phoebe Y.
Boothbay Harbor, ME
$30-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
My Name Is Phoebe! I'm Looking For A Job With A Fun Loving Family With Kiddos To Keep Me On My Feet!
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as energetic, creative and knowledgeable!
I like working with kids because they keep me on my toes and I will soon be back to school to study neonatal nursing!
I'm looking for a job that keeps me busy, tests me strengths and weaknesses and helps me learn and grow as a person!
I started working with...
Gabrielle B.
Rockland, ME
$23/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is gabby I love kids and adventuring, I have been told I have a very outgoing bubbly personality. I have three nieces and they're my word. I have experience in child care as a 2-4 daycare teacher and I loved every minute of it. I am CPR certified and I'm a type one diabetic that has been managing my own care sense...
Gabrielle can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
2.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with children of all ages for over 25 years. I have cared for special needs as well as typically developing kids. I can offer several references. I love to play with the kids rather than just let them be. I especially love infants and toddlers.
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Maya F.
Union, ME
$35-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi - my name is Maya and I am currently a senior at BW. I have worked with kids since I was 15 and I absolutely love it. I started babysitting my neighbors when I was 12 and started working part time at a day care at 15. I have worked with children ages 3 months to 12 years old. If its nice out I would love to take the kids...
Maya can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! I'm a mom of two adults who live across the country and a pet lover without a pet. I am looking to earn some extra income while providing extra help when you need it. In addition to dog walking, occasional pet sitting and babysitting, I am also a good resource for shopping, errands, baking, and random information. I am...
Heidi can also help with: Carpooling
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Cushing, ME
Jessica S.
5.0
Jessica watched my two children (11 & 2) while my husband and I were out for a few hours. She is very attentive, safety oriented, and professional. The kids had a great time with her and we look forward to working with her again!
- Ali T.
Brigitte W.
5.0
Brigitte has a warm, positive personality. Dogs, children and elderly people love her!
- Linda W.
Melissa G.
5.0
Melissa watched our two kids for us while we were on vacation in Maine. It was a great experience--she was on time, cheerful and the kids were immediately comfortable with her. Recommend!
- Laura P.
Mary S.
5.0
Mary was wonderful! She was very relaxed, kind, capable and competent. She was engaging with my son but knew when to pull back as well. She even noticed that my son likes foxes when she came for an interview and then brought him 3 library books about foxes when she came to babysit which showed so...
- Zoe C.
Katherine R.
5.0
When it comes to babies there's about a handful of people I trust, and Katherine is one of them! She has been periodically watching our child since she was 3 months old and does so well with her. She is so great at engaging our child in lots of play time and reading!
Our child is also nearly...
- Maggie H.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Cushing, ME:
How can I find a Cushing babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Cushing, 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 2 babysitters in Cushing, ME on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Cushing, ME?
The average rate for Cushing, ME babysitters on Care.com is $17.50 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 Cushing, ME?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Cushing, 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.