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I have extensive experience with infants and children in a professional day care setting as well as in home care for individual families. I have worked with families who needed school help from pickups and homework help to fully remote learning help. I love playing with and having fun with kids on their level as well as making...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & 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.
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: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Selena has been such a wonderful nanny for my son, very happy and welcoming personality! "
Care member
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Emily and I am 29 years old. I am a single mom of a 4-year-old boy and a 2. 5-year-old girl looking to care for another child or two when you need! I currently work full time but would love to help.
I've worked with children for 10 years before having kids of my own. I still often babysit and would love to be...
Emily can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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
Hi! I'm a registered nurse from Vermont, here on a nursing contract until the end of February and looking to fill my off time. I'm an aunt of 10 children ranging from 8-18, but have experience with all ages. I enjoy cooking, arts/crafts, and helping with homework. Looking forward to working with you!
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!
Hi! I hold an MA in French from CUNY and a BA from Hampshire College. I am certified to teach K-12 French and Theater in Maine. I've worked in childcare for 10+ years and particularly love structured activities such as outdoor adventures, cooking, baking, reading and art. I've worked as a French teacher in Rockport and as a...
Joanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Cassandra W.
Lincolnville, ME
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Cassandra. I am 31 years old. I have 3 children of my own. I have a 15-year-old boy who is in school and a 10-year-old boy in school. I also have a 4-year-old girl with me during the day. I love watching children and I have done so for many years now. I am looking to watch children in my home or yours. I know...
Cassandra can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Phoebe A.
Rockland, ME
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Creative And Dedicated Nanny With 3 Years Of Childcare Experience, 20 Years Old.
Hello! My name is Phoebe, I'm 20 yrs old, and I have three years of childcare experience, including a year as a preschool teacher at a daycare. I've worked with children of all ages, focusing on preschoolers (ages 3-5). My skills include educational support, planning activities, and teaching arts and crafts. I enjoy cooking...
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, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hello! My name is Molly and I am a 32-year-old BHP/Ed Tech III in the public school system. I have a 4-year-old son and various pets, including a dog, bearded dragon, and beta fish. This summer, I will have extra time and energy and would like to help families in nearby communities. Most of my experience is with children. I have...
Molly can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
I am currently a lead teacher at the daycare I work at. My age group is 2-3 years. I love to work with children but I am looking for a more one on one environment. What's most important to me about working with toddlers is encouraging emotional intelligence and self advocacy. I love to see growth in a child's ability to set...
Alexa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Emily K.
Rockport, ME
$17-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I like working with kids because I love how curious and creative they are!
I'm looking for a job that is somewhat flexible and is reliable.
I started working with kids when I switched my major to elementary education and started field experiences. I have taken care of my younger sister and other relatives for many years.
In...
Megan M.
Rockland, ME
$35/hr • 3 yrs exp
Fun, Outdoorsy Babysitter With 3+ Years Experience Caring For Kids!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Megan. I grew up babysitting and nannied throughout college. I love working with kids and families!
I've spent the past five years working in environmental education and guiding trips at a YMCA summer camp. I have extensive experience working with children and pride myself on being calm and engaging.
I love playing...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I highly recommend Megan. Our family was visiting the Samoset for a wedding. We hired Megan to care for our six-year-old son while we attended the ceremony and reception. Being from out of town made finding a reliable and caring sitter all the more important. Megan...
Elizabeth F.
Brianna G.
Rockland, ME
$17-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
not currently first aid or CPR certified, but have been first responder certified in the past. School and Summer Camp experience in addition to some babysitting. Games, crafts, educational support, especially science. I have been lifeguard certified in the past. I can teach your kid to juggle. ;)
Brianna can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Ashley L.
Rockland, ME
$20-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm passionate about caring for children, and I've been doing it for over four years. I'm creative and imaginative, and I love playing games with children. I'm also very comfortable enforcing household rules. I believe that children thrive in a structured environment, and I'm committed to providing a safe and nurturing space for...
Aspen J.
Rockland, ME
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I grew up locally and I have lived in the area for the last 10 years. My experience began in high school when I helped to take care of my much younger brother and babysitting for families in the neighborhood. In college, I babysat for one of my professors and while living in New York City, I did some part-time child care for a...
Aspen can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Hope, ME
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.
Selena H.
5.0
Selena has been such a wonderful nanny for my son, very happy and welcoming personality!
- Care member
Megan M.
5.0
I highly recommend Megan. Our family was visiting the Samoset for a wedding. We hired Megan to care for our six-year-old son while we attended the ceremony and reception. Being from out of town made finding a reliable and caring sitter all the more important. Megan was incredibly professional in all...
- Elizabeth F.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Hope, ME:
How can I find a Hope babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Hope, 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 1 babysitters in Hope, 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 Hope, ME?
The average rate for Hope, ME babysitters on Care.com is $24.00 per hour as of December 2024. 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 Hope, ME?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Hope, ME through Care.com. As of 2024, 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.