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I have babysat children from all ages. I started babysitting 1-2-year-olds but have also babysat children from ages 8-13 too. I love kids, especially when they are willing to color with me!
Peyton can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
My name is Gabby. I have worked with children for many years. I am ending my journey as a camp counselor this August and hope to continue working with children. I enjoy being outside and learning from experience. I am a very optimistic person who believes there is a positive and opportunity from every type of situation.
Gabrielle can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Nicole B.
Liberty, ME
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Currently employed as an Educational Technician for high school special education students, I am looking for additional work outside of school hours and on school breaks. Babysitting, housekeeping, running errands, pet sitting, gardening.
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Sydney G.
South China, ME
$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm passionate about nurturing children and providing reliable childcare for families. My creative and friendly nature allows me to connect with children easily. With experience in childcare, I'm comfortable caring for up to four children of varying ages. My approach to communication with parents is tailored to their...
I have over 20 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I also have two children - a 2. 5-year-old daughter and an 8-month-old son. We have a 6-year-old very friendly golden retriever. We are a non-smoking household.
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ileanna M.
Washington, ME
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing and responsible childcare provider with two years of experience caring for children of various ages. I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development, and I strive to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where they can thrive.
I'm known for my patience, creativity, and friendly...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Mature, dependable, and high energy nanny with a passion for childcare excellence available for full time or part time care . I have 20 plus years of experience with children ranging from 0-12 years old. I provide play based care centered in healthy movement, plenty of outside time in all types of weather, purposeful activities...
Carla can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Carla is the sweetest, thoughtful, most amazing babysitter I have ever had. She has worked in a Waldorf inspired nursery in the past so it brings the kids back to outdoor nature and play, however she is very flexible with any schedule a parent might have and very...
HEATHER B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been an early childhood and special educator, behavioral health professional, and consultant, for over 15 years. I have had the privilege to have worked alongside amazing creators, educators, behavioralists, naturalists, therapists, guides, and overall amazing human beings.
I practice those aspects which are important...
Christina can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Leaving my kids in the care of Christina was like leaving them in the care of family. I didn't have to worry!"
Leigh D.
Lily W.
Waterville, ME
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
MPhil Candidate at Trinity, artist. Babysitting, house cleaning, other errands. Great with kids. I've had a great deal of nannying, camp counselor and teaching experience.
Lily can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
5.0
"Lily was great my foster child is quite difficult but Lily managed fine. Very nice lady."
Kathy W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since the age of 11 but I come from a large family and have been helping take care of kids since I was six. I am in college and going for a certificate in early childhood. I love kids and am great with all ages, boys and girls! (Though I have more experience with younger children) I have a license and my...
Brooke can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
5.0
(1)
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.
Gigi C.
Augusta, ME
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a recent Saint Anselm College grad looking for some summer (or beyond) work with kiddos! I have been a nanny/daycare worker for about 5 years now with kids from 6 months to 16 years.
Gigi can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Gigi cared for my 2 year old son for about 7 weeks until he started daycare. She is reliable, enthusiastic and willing to go above. I would hire her again. "
Care member
Haley W.
Warren, ME
$15-20/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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & 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.
4.5
(2)
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.
Taylor T.
Augusta, ME
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hello! I am 27 years old and absolutely love kids! I have been working with kids since I was 16 and have gained so much experience with them. I currently work part time at a daycare here in Augusta. I work with the toddlers between the ages of 1-3. My weekends are pretty much completely open and my weekdays are flexible after 2...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"she is very good with kids attentive and pays attention to detail and she also has a big heart and treats everything person she watches over like it's her own little sister she was also a CNA so she has medical training along with first aid CPR"
Paul T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a licensed elementary school teacher looking for a summer nanny position! I am available this spring as well as we are moving back to Maine to plant some roots :)
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Olivia W.
Waldoboro, ME
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am reliable, kind, and creative and have over 18 years of experience caring for children, from newborns to young teenagers. I also have experience with caring for children and adults with special needs. I love reading to children, singing songs and helping build vocabulary, working on gross and fine motor skills, and spending...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Olivia is the kindest, most empathetic caregiver. She worked with us through a major separation anxiety issue with our baby, providing calm, gentle care even when he was the opposite. She anticipates needs, adapts to the children, and in general is the best...
Jennifer W.
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We hired Melissa as a nanny for our daughter a few months ago. We could not be happier with the decision. Melissa is amazing. She connected with our child immediately and has continued to develop a bond with her. As soon as she arrives each day, she gets to work....
Care member
5.0
(7)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I'm a very proud wife and. mother, I have plenty of experience in watching children. I have worked in nursery schools, and I am very good with children of all ages. I believe children of all ages need love, caring, and guidance they need to trust and feel secure who they are with. when their parents are not around.
I also can...
Debra can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Loving, compassionate, caring. She is an amazing lady. Worked for us for years and is trustworthy, which is hard to find."
Catherine Y.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families 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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Emily helped use twice during a family trip to SC. She took our twins one afternoon so my husband and I could get out during the day. They took to her immediately, and had a great day at the children's museum. When we met her she asked all the right questions...
Carina W.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Palermo, ME
Carla G.
5.0
Carla has been excellent each time she's watched our children. She is kind and has a calm presence which my children love!
- Katrina T.
Christina L.
5.0
Christina is great! We will definitely use her services again!
- Michael A.
Lily W.
5.0
Lily was great my foster child is quite difficult but Lily managed fine. Very nice lady.
- Kathy W.
Jennifer D.
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 the kiddos loved her. My girls keep...
- Sara E.
Gigi C.
5.0
Gigi cared for my 2 year old son for about 7 weeks until he started daycare. She is reliable, enthusiastic and willing to go above. I would hire her again.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Palermo, ME:
How can I find a Palermo babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Palermo, 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 Palermo, 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 Palermo, ME?
The average rate for Palermo, ME babysitters on Care.com is $15.00 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 Palermo, ME?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Palermo, 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.