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60 babysitters are listed in Leeds, ME
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 10 years
Babysitters in Leeds, ME
Kelly H.
Leeds, ME
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've always loved children and I used to help my mom babysit and then babysat on my own as a teenager. I have cared for children in my home and theirs. I have also worked at a couple of daycares. I have 2 boys of my own ages 12 and 19. I have experience with newborn to young adults and special needs. I've also cared for twins...
Kelly can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kelly was absolutely fantastic with my twin girls. she cared for them a couple times a week for about 5 months. The only reason she doesn't anymore is due to making the decision for me to be a stay at home mom. She was always on time and communicated very well, I...
Ally N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Gabby and I am a pharmacy student at the University of Rhode Island! Beyond working as a pharmacy intern at Walgreens and CVS, I also have experience working with children as a substitute teacher (K-5) during school breaks and as a babysitter during the school year. I am responsible as well as enthusiastic to...
Gabrielle can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gabby made our out of town babysitting experience very easy. She was very responsive to my requests to talk and FaceTime beforehand. Due to her warm demeanor and competency I felt safe leaving my daughter with her. If I lived in Maine I would book/hire her again. "
Care member
Hello! I am an experienced babysitter with a few years of baby sitting under my belt. Not only have I helped to raise my younger siblings (all 7 of them!), but I have also babysat for a variety of family members and friends. I am comfortable and experienced in caring for kids of all ages. I also have experiencing in mentoring...
Julissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Victoria L.
Turner, ME
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I come with over 10+ years of experiencing working with kids in various backgrounds from previous nannying, summer camps, to working 1:1 as a BHP in private and public schools. I have worked with children from infancy to teenagers. I have extensive training for children with special needs. This includes children with ASD,...
Victoria can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Abigail B.
Turner, ME
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development, which led me to become a childcare provider. In my 3 years of experience, I've had the pleasure of caring for children of various ages. My caring, patient, and friendly nature puts them at ease and makes me approachable.
I believe open communication is key, so I...
Emma G.
Monmouth, ME
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm a friendly and welcoming childcare provider with two years of experience. My passion for working with children and supporting families inspired me to become a caregiver. I enjoy fostering a positive and safe environment where children can learn and grow.
I believe in effective communication with parents and follow their...
-I have been working throughout local school systems for about 15 years in the K-12 range.
-I have a degree in Education for k-8.
-I have worked in special education and behavior health for the past 4 years.
- I coach soccer, softball, and volleyball for middle school and high school varsity age.
I love active outdoor play...
Siobhan can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Heather T.
Greene, ME
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm a patient, calm, and friendly childcare provider with a decade of experience caring for children of all ages. I previously owned a childcare for 10 years that I ended up closing this past spring. My experience includes but not limited to, playing outdoor, engaging in board games and puzzles, arts and crafts, story time,...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting children anywhere from the age of 4 months to 13 years old for 20 years now. I love watching children of all ages. I enjoy doing arts and crafts, playing outside, playing games, and doing whatever else the children are interested in playing. I am outgoing, educated, and a hard worker.
Alexis can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alexis was our nanny for over a year and she was fabulous. Alexis is very responsible, always on time and great with our son [and our very energetic dog]. Alexis developed a good routine with our son and she always found a good activity for the day. She often did...
Kyle C.
Cassandra B.
Readfield, ME
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun, Dependable Babysitter With Over 15 Years Of Experience Caring For Kids Of All Ages
5.0
(11)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
My babysitting strengths include: -Building awesome blanket forts -Dropping everything for a spontaneous dance party -Enjoying the outdoors (especially summer swimming!) -Encouraging creativity -Managing kids busy schedules, keeping things organized but fun! -Loving family pets (scared of snakes though!) On a more serious note,...
Cassandra can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Cassandra is AMAZING. My baby boy has come leaps and bounds since she started working with us. She does a ton of playtime and work with him and is so nice! She always has an open line of communication with you and is just generally so great with kids. My son was a...
Care member
Caitlin H.
Lisbon, ME
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for over 10 years for local families in their homes. I have cared for children between the ages of 4 weeks and 15 years old. My responsibilities have included preparing meals, changing diapers, bed-time routines, bathing, reading, homework help and playing with children both indoors and out. Hours have...
Caitlin can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Caitlin is wonderful! She was a full time nanny for our daughter from age 3 months to 14 months and provided back up care for our three year old when he was home sick from school. She was caring, organized, patient, and flexible - our daughter adored her! She...
Care member
Duangporn S.
Lewiston, ME
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hello,
My name is Duangporn or you can call me Olive. I'm 29 years old from Thailand.
I was an Au Pair (lived in nanny) for almost 3 years before. I works mostly with the infant and have experienced with newborns. Recently I've been taking care of my host kids from my host family which is now they are 6 and 9 so I also have...
5.0
"Absolutely wonderful. She was so kind, calm, loving and caring for my two boys. Always on time. I asked her to do very specific things for my colic 16 week old and she did with tender grace and love. She was also great with my energetic one year old. We love her...
Care member
Marisa K.
Auburn, ME
$30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Marisa. I am 20. I come from a family of 10 kids and I have 5 younger siblings. I have been helping take care of them my whole life. I started babysitting outside the home when I was 13. I am loving and caring and I really enjoy being with kids. When I am not spending time with my family and friends I enjoy cooking,...
Marisa can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Marisa is my younger sister but she currently is a mothers helper for me 10 hours a week. She has been working for me for 3 months. Before then she has been watching my kiddos occasionally since they were born. When she is here she does some housekeeping, meal...
Sarah C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently living in the Market Common area and am looking for afternoon hours. I have been babysitting since I was 11 years old, originally from VT. I have babysat for many families over the years with multiple kids of all ages. I also have experience in house sitting. I have always loved kids and hope to have some of my...
Kylie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Truly a baby whisperer- she created such a serene and nurturing experience for our newborn daughter and has become our oldest daughter’s favorite sitter! "
Jess N.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have more than 20 years of experience in childcare, and genuinely love caring for children. Working with and caring for children has been some of the most rewarding work I have experienced throughout my career.
I will provide references from parents of children I have cared for in the past year. I can help with Travel and...
Melissa can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Nanny Melissa is a godsend! She is really good with kids, easily winning them over with books and toys and love. She adjusts effortlessly to changing situations and different kids needs. She’s great with parents wishes and keep a good clean record of everything. I...
Care member
Madison B.
Lisbon Falls, ME
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Madi, and I have five years of professional childcare experience, primarily in daycare settings with children ages 2-8. I also completed a first-grade practicum and have babysitting experience with children as young as 11 months. As the oldest of nine siblings, caregiving comes naturally to me. Watching kids learn...
Madison can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Madi helped us with our 8 month old daughter for 2 weeks and despite our daughter being a handful, Madi handled it well and always with a smile. She arrived each day on time, stuck to our daughters schedule and we would definitely recommend Madi to anyone."
Tara Q.
Carrie D.
Lewiston, ME
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello families! I wanted to share that I currently have a 2-year-old daughter who I will need to bring along with me, I am only considering working for families who will be willing to allow this! With that being said, I have worked for many families with multiple children and will be sure to treat your children as if they were...
Carrie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Carrie was great with our 10 month old daughter. She was very dependable, always on time, communicated while we were out and you could tell our daughter liked her and was happy when she arrived. I would definitely recommend Carrie without reservations."
Heather R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Shelby and I have been in childcare for 10 years! I am currently a part-time preschool teacher and a homeschool mom of 3! I take great pride in working with children and enjoy making memories and creating bonds with not just the child but the whole family! I have worked with ages 6weeks-12! I have specialty...
Shelby can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Shelby has watched my child for the last 5 years and I wouldn’t trust anyone else with them! She’s amazing!
I hate to have to share her.
But seriously she’s so caring,understandimg, patient and giving!!!! "
Care member
Hannah P.
Auburn, ME
$20-22/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a passionate care provider who strives to provide a safe, fun and loving environment for children and their families. I have a Bachelors degree in Environmental Science from UNE, with a minor in art. I also have experience as a daycare provider, a teacher and an in home nanny. I try my best to incorporate support for...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have my Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Development, and a K-3 teaching certification as well as a Masters in Special Education. I am currently a Special Education teacher in Portland. I have been working with children for over 15 years babysitting, nannying, working in a childcare center teaching Pre-K and teaching...
Amy can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"We interviewed Amy for a nanny position we had available. We strongly recommend anyone looking for a good nanny to reach out to Amy and consider her. Amy possesses many great qualities!
Jenn & Dave"
Jennifer S.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Leeds, ME
Kelly H.
5.0
Kelly was absolutely fantastic with my twin girls. she cared for them a couple times a week for about 5 months. The only reason she doesn't anymore is due to making the decision for me to be a stay at home mom. She was always on time and communicated very well, I loved getting texts with updates or...
- Ally N.
Gabrielle B.
5.0
Gabby made our out of town babysitting experience very easy. She was very responsive to my requests to talk and FaceTime beforehand. Due to her warm demeanor and competency I felt safe leaving my daughter with her. If I lived in Maine I would book/hire her again.
- Care member
Alexis M.
5.0
Alexis was our nanny for over a year and she was fabulous. Alexis is very responsible, always on time and great with our son [and our very energetic dog]. Alexis developed a good routine with our son and she always found a good activity for the day. She often did baking activities, but would also...
- Kyle C.
Cassandra B.
5.0
Cassandra has a cheerful, calming, and kind presence that our 4 month old twins warmed to instantly. She helped us fill in a childcare gap before daycare started and we couldn't have asked for a better nanny. Even though baby twins can be a lot for many people, she fed, played, and most importantly...
- Care member
Caitlin H.
5.0
Caitlin is wonderful! She was a full time nanny for our daughter from age 3 months to 14 months and provided back up care for our three year old when he was home sick from school. She was caring, organized, patient, and flexible - our daughter adored her! She helped get our daughter on a consistent...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Leeds, ME:
How can I find a Leeds babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Leeds, 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 Leeds, 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 Leeds, ME?
The average rate for Leeds, ME babysitters on Care.com is $25.00 per hour as of April 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 Leeds, ME?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Leeds, 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.