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Find babysitters in Freeport, ME that you’ll love
60 babysitters are listed in Freeport, ME
The average posted rate is $24/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Freeport, ME
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Michaela. I graduated from the University of Massachusetts in 2016. Since then I have been traveling and working all over the country. I was settled in Colorado for a few years and just recently moved to Maine to start a small vegetable farm. I have over a decade of experience babysitting kids. Most recently I was...
Michaela can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am a 26-year-old nurse looking to fill my extra time doing what I love, caring for others and helping them to live their best life. I am certified in basic life support and have 8 years of experience in the medical field assisting in the care of others.
Mackenzie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Sophie H.
Freeport, ME
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hoping to find a local family in need of some care! I have been babysitting for around 10 years now, and I have lots of other experience with children of all ages.
Sophie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Alison M.
Freeport, ME
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a nurse and I work with behavioral/special needs children in my full time job 2 days a week. I also have worked in pediatric nursing for 6 years now and have experience at all ages. I have also been in childcare for 20 years and have a wide range of experience and skills. I have 2 kiddos of my own a 1. 5-year-old and a...
Alison can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Gabrielle L.
Freeport, ME
$24-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Gabrielle and I am a Colorado native! I moved here about a year ago and I am seeking my next babysitting opportunity with a wonderful family. I am a compassionate and caring person, and as the oldest of 3 children, caregiving has always been apart of my day-to-day. In college, I worked at a daycare, caring for kids...
Gabrielle can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Paula D.
Freeport, ME
$30-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I've always had a passion for caring for kids. My positive babysitting experiences, along with my desire to support families and make a difference in young lives, inspired me to become a childcare provider. As a creative and friendly individual, I believe in fostering a nurturing and fun environment for children.
With three...
Hello, I am a 19-year-old student from Freeport with a lot of spare time this summer! I have countless hours of babysitting and childcare experience from the time I was 10. I am able to care for dogs, cats, plants, and kids. I love to do crafts, baking, day trips and getting outside. Capable of cooking and cleaning.
Right now I...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Chloe T.
Freeport, ME
$30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Chloe. I am easy going, very patient and I love hanging out with kids. I bring positive energy with me wherever I go and am very organized and reliable. I love to spend time outside, especially hiking and swimming. I also value creativity and love to create artwork of all kinds. I've worked in elementary education...
Chloe can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Taylor and I am looking for part time nannying jobs or babysitting opportunities. In my junior year of high school, I completed a class in Early childhood, in which I taught in a Preschool for a year, completed a 6 week student teaching position in a kindergarten classroom. I attended school for 2 years, making...
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Taylor has such a sweet, kind personality. Always extremely patient with my children. She can handle all 3 of them at once! Amazing!"
Kendra B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I come with a vast range of childcare, pet care and household experience. I have been a professional traveling nanny to the weekend babysitter. I am not accepting any frequent families at this time. I am available and active for house sitting / pet sitting requests for vacations or weekends three weeks or less in length of...
Kayla can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kayla babysat for our two children , who are 6 and 3. They loved her and she was great with them. Bedtime, including getting our 3 year old to brush his teeth, even went smoothly."
Stephen M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a Firefighter/EMT and I reside in Raymond. I have experience working with a range of children as little as 10 weeks to 13 years. I also have experience working with foster children and children with special needs. I also have experience with children with anxiety disorders. Additionally, I have worked with numerous...
Jessie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Although she wasn't always on time she was very dedicated to the job. She is very reliable and has wonderful boundaries and morals to watching little kids. My kids loved her! We only let her go because we finally got off a wait list for a pre-k program in a...
Lindsay B.
5.0
(2)
Hi there! I am a second-grade teacher in RSU16 looking for a part-time summer job. I have been a teacher for 5 years and have worked with kids aged infant to grade 5. I love working with kids and enjoy my job each and every day. I love to tap into my creative side as well as spending time outside. Please reach out to me if you...
Sophia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sophia is lovely and we feel so lucky to have found her!"
Kitty H.
5.0
(1)
I began nannying while attending university for a family with three boys, five and under. I have always enjoyed children and babies, and quickly fell in love with this work. I have since helped several other families and remain close friends with them all. It is my goal to care for your child/children, spending our time together...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Ann was a nanny for our three boys for about 3 years starting when our youngest was a newborn. I can't say enough good things about Ann. She is incredible with kids. She is warm, loving, kind and fun. She always speaks nicely to the kids yet manages to have...
Dr. M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I've been working with care. com families for the last 4 years! I love working with kids, and watching them grow and become their own little person! I like to cook, and clean. I love animals too! I live in topsham!
Morgan can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Morgan has worked for us as our nanny for nearly a year and feels like part of our family. Although I'm excited for my son to move on to grade K in the fall, we will miss her so much! If you are looking for someone who is punctual, responsible, a great playmate,...
Katie J.
Corrine R.
Cumberland Center, ME
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!!! My name is Corrine and I am 20 years old. I have over 2 years of infant child care experience but I am open to watching kids of an age! I love kids and how their minds are constantly craving a new adventure or thinking of something new they want to try and would love to help support them and grow with them in this stage...
Corrine can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Corrine is wonderful with our children. She is always on time and has been there at odd hours for us as my husband and I have shift work. Excellent babysitter."
Robin D.
5.0
(1)
I have years of experience working with children in a variety of settings to include running my own daycare, providing mental health supports as a BHP and Children's Case Manager, to my current position in education in mainstream schools and Special Ed programs. I am creative, love to support children in their interests and am...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"Melissa is fantastic with the kids! She is always engaged and energetic. She incorporates games, learning and lots of laughing. My children love her!"
Betsy R.
Rachel K.
Brunswick, ME
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Rachel and I have been babysitting since my early teens. I enjoy working with kids of all ages and work to provide them with a positive and nurturing environment.
When babysitting, I like to fill the time with fun indoor or outdoor games (depending on the weather), educational activities, and some downtime...
I have over 25 years experience with children with varying degrees of disabilities and behaviors. I have done 10 years working in-home with children with behavioral difficulties where I worked with the parents and children to help build a schedule to help for a more positive environment.
I have over 15 years of experience with...
Mary can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
I have been babysitting since I was 12-13 y/o around my neighborhood and love working with children! I've worked as a camp counselor, where I watched children aged 1-11 y/o, planning games, and crafts, going swimming, changing diapers, and putting them down for naps. Over the past three summers, I was a nanny for three children...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Isabelle C.
Yarmouth, ME
$15-25/hr
Hi! I am a very reliable, outgoing, and patient person who has lots of experience working with children. I just finished my Sophomore year at Boston College and am home for the month of June. I am one of four children and worked as a full-time nanny for three boys last summer (2, 7, 9) but I have experience with all ages! I also...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Freeport, ME
Taylor L.
5.0
Taylor has such a sweet, kind personality. Always extremely patient with my children. She can handle all 3 of them at once! Amazing!
- Kendra B.
Kayla T.
5.0
Kayla babysat for our two children , who are 6 and 3. They loved her and she was great with them. Bedtime, including getting our 3 year old to brush his teeth, even went smoothly.
- Stephen M.
Jessie B.
5.0
Although she wasn't always on time she was very dedicated to the job. She is very reliable and has wonderful boundaries and morals to watching little kids. My kids loved her! We only let her go because we finally got off a wait list for a pre-k program in a daycare and could not afford to do both...
- Lindsay B.
Sophia S.
5.0
Sophia arrived 15 minutes early and even came with an activity that had my two very active boys engaged for almost a full hour!! Its comforting to know that Sophia is a certified elementary ed teacher. She was very dependable and absolutely awesome (said my two boys, aged 8 and 10)! I will...
- susan N.
Ann H.
5.0
Ann was a nanny for our three boys for about 3 years starting when our youngest was a newborn. I can't say enough good things about Ann. She is incredible with kids. She is warm, loving, kind and fun. She always speaks nicely to the kids yet manages to have excellent control over them. She was...
- Dr. M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Freeport, ME:
How can I find a Freeport babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Freeport, 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 Freeport, 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 Freeport, ME?
The average rate for Freeport, ME babysitters on Care.com is $24.00 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 Freeport, ME?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Freeport, 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.