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116 babysitters are listed in Portland, ME

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years

Babysitters in Portland, ME

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Olivia I.


Portland, ME

$23/hr6 yrs exp

Safe And Fun Sitter

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a very reliable person with an EMT certification and 6 years of lifeguarding experience. I also have 6+ years of experience babysitting and nannying during the pandemic. I played sports all during elementary school and through college and I love to be active. I was a camp counselor for 3 years and was involved with the...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm an experienced childcare provider with a passion for nurturing and educating children. My journey in caregiving began with previous babysitting roles, where I discovered the joy of positively impacting young lives and supporting families. I believe every child deserves a safe and nurturing environment to grow and learn, and...
Kahlan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jordan R.


Portland, ME

$12-20/hr9 yrs exp

Regular Sitter With 9 Years Of Experience, Available For Day/Evening Sitting And Weekend Overnights.

Hello! My name is Jojo. I'm a 20-year-old student currently majoring in Child Psychology with hopes of becoming a family therapist. As of 5/12, I'm fully vaccinated. I've been doing paid babysitting jobs since sixth grade, and babysat regularly for a family with three young children for a three year period. More recently, I've...
Jordan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
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Ashley T.


Portland, ME

$25-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hey! My name is Ashley and I'm Acupuncturist practicing here in Portland. I'm looking to pick up some part time work in childcare! I have years of experience babysitting while in undergrad and graduated school. I love hanging out with kids and following their interests! With my experience in patient care I'm well equip to...
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Hailey M.


Portland, ME

$18-50/hr7 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Hailey! I've had childcare experience my whole life, both personal and professional experiences. I've had ~7 years of paid childcare experience ranging from newborns to pre teens, in settings of babysitting, nannying, as well as in a daycare. I'm a registered nurse with 2 years experience and am first aid/CPR...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Eliza V.


Portland, ME

$21-22/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! :) I am 28 years old and live in Portland. I'm super reliable & flexible, and have had plenty of experience with kids ages 5 months- 12 years old. Looking for something Monday - Friday, preferably one child. I'm open to babysitting for date nights as well! Rate is 23 an hour. Message me if you need help :)
Eliza can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Caroline S.


Portland, ME

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Caroline, I am originally from Portland, Oregon and moved to Maine 12 years ago. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old and have been providing full time and part time child care ever since. I have worked with children up to 8 years of age and I've worked with 2 sets of newborn identical twins! :) My...
Caroline can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Grace G.


Portland, ME

$30-50/hr15 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Grace and I am a medical student looking for a family who needs occasional help. I am available most evenings after 5 and some weekends. I have had numerous babysitting jobs since I was 14 years old, caring for kids of all ages and up to 7 at a time. I also worked as an EMT for 8 years.
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Caitlin H.


Portland, ME

$16-50/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been working in childcare since 2017 in various capacities including as a camp counselor, before and after school caregiver, inpatient pediatric psychiatric technician, special needs preschool education technician, and as a babysitter for local families. I enjoy adapting to each child's needs and special interests and...
Caitlin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Aicha I.


Portland, ME

$16/hr6 yrs exp

I'm The Best!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I would like to work for you. I have many experiences about the children because I did 2 voluntary child care. I was assistant babysitting and assist helper. I assist the children to do the homework after school and many different things.
Aicha can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Ket M.


Portland, ME

$30/hr7 yrs exp

Hey there, my name is Ket, and I have over 7 years of experience working with children of all ages. I am a highly energetic and positive individual who takes great joy in engaging children in various activities such as going to playgrounds, reading books, creating arts and crafts projects, and playing outdoors. I genuinely...
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Sara A.


Portland, ME

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

My Priority Is Your Child's Health, Safety, And Happiness!

I have a wide range of experience with a wide range of age groups. I have worked at residential summer camps for almost 10 summers. A few were Girl Scout Camps, but more recently I worked at a summer camp in Raymond, ME. In 2017, I worked as a nanny in Liguria, Italy with 3 small children. During my undergraduate years, I worked...
Sara can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Lucy L.


Portland, ME

$21-29/hr5 yrs exp

I have been working with children in many different environments since I was 13 years old. My skills include taking care of children in the school setting, afterschool, during outdoor activities, and getting them ready for bed.
Lucy can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Mikayla D.


Portland, ME

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Expressive Artist, Part-Time Caregiver, Party/Event Art Teacher/Art Tutor

I am an artist, jeweler, teacher, and child caretaker. I love to dance, play, sing, imagine. In school I studied human development and child behavior, alongside my art studies. I have 10+ years of experience caring for children in their homes, in an art or ski class, at the farm or park, or wherever our adventures take us. I...
Mikayla can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

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Kendall D.


Portland, ME

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Creative Sitter With Teaching Experience Seeking Full Or Part-time Work!

- 10+ years providing child care (infants, special needs, multiples) - 2+ years as Montessori teaching assistant, sub, after school care (ages 2-13) - CPR and first aid certified - Fluent in French Hello! My name is Kendall and I've been caring for children for 10 years. I started out as an in-class partner/tutor for younger...
Kendall can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Christy R.


Portland, ME

$22-25/hr9 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available Tues/Thurs All Day & Mon/Wed/Fri Afternoons

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Christy & I have 9 years professional childcare experience. I am from Boston but have now relocated to Portland. Bachelor's in Early Childhood Ed and Master's in Elementary Ed. I hold teaching licenses in Elementary 1-6, Moderate Disabilities K-8, and Theater K-12. 9 Years professional nannying experience with school...
Christy can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Nyanen D.


Portland, ME

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

I love spending time with children of all ages, and have caregiving experience both in homes and with after-school organizations. With Middletown Urban Gardeners at Wesleyan, I helped build a community garden with local elementary schoolers, with the Art Department I supported young adults with special needs in arts+crafts, and...
Nyanen can also help with: Craft assistance
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Molly W.


Portland, ME

$22/hr5 yrs exp

Hello!

Hello! My name is Molly and I am 23 years old. I am currently attending the University of Southern Maine for my graduate degree in social work with a focus in adolescent substance use. I have experience working with children ages 1 to 12+. I currently work as a behavioral health professional for children with an autism...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Braylan W.


Portland, ME

$16-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have a lot of experience with infants and teenagers. I love to be active and involved with kids. I am CPR, AED and first aid certified. I love dogs, unfortunately at this time I'm only allowed to have one at my residence so looking to spend some time taking care of others furry loved ones. I have experience walking, training...
Braylan can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I am interested in working with Senior Citizens providing Companion Care,. and insuring that my clients feel comfortable and well cared for. I have worked with the Senior population for over 15 years in Care Centers and my own personal family. I am willing to help with meals and personal care. and go the extra mile so that they...
Mary Jane can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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