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Find babysitters in Portsmouth, NH that you’ll love

60 babysitters are listed in Portsmouth, NH

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years

Babysitters in Portsmouth, NH

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Natalie M.


Portsmouth, NH

$28/hr3 yrs exp

Child Care

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I'd describe my personality as calm, compassionate, gentle I love working with kids because they remind me of the most important things in life.
Natalie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
I'd describe my personality as charismatic, joyful, patient, and understanding. I like working with kids because I love to teach them things, and enjoy watching them grow into who they are! Kids are free and silly, and being around them helps you to bring that out in yourself as an adult! I'm looking for a job that is local to...
Shirley can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Chelsea C.


Portsmouth, NH

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have over 15 years of experience working with children of all ages. I worked with a family of five children from the time the first born was 1-year-old, until they were all able to drive. We are still extremely close, but they are no longer in need of childcare. I'm happy to help with light housekeeping and/or household chores...
Chelsea can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Evelyn S.


Portsmouth, NH

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Not currently seeking employment. I am a college graduate with over 10 years of childcare experience. I have worked as a full time nanny, homeschool teacher, and toddler-room teacher at a childcare center. I majored in Exercise Science with a concentration in Pediatric Occupational Therapy. I love the outdoors, eating healthy,...
Evelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

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Mela S.


Portsmouth, NH

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Family Care Provider

I am a teacher at Cornerstone Montessori with the summer off. I adore children and am looking for summer job . I live in Portsmouth
Mela can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

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Dayna D.


Durham, NH

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name's Dayna and I am University of New Hampshire Alumni. I have been babysitting since I was in the 7th grade for family members as well as many other families around the area. I have babysitting experience with children from infants to 12 years old. I have several families who I regularly babysat over the course of...
Dayna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Dayna is amazing! My kids love her and I feel completely comfortable knowing that my kids are with her. She is responsible and keeps the kids busy all day. "

Jennifer M.

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Felicia F.


Hampton, NH

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Or Full Time Nannying Positions

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a graduate from the University of New Hampshire with a bachelors of science in Family Studies! I completed a year-long internship my senior year at New Heights in Portsmouth NH, a non-profit that provides after school and summer programs for adolescents. I was a nanny! I brought them to their daily activities, prepped...
Felicia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
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Elsa B.


Kittery, ME

$30/hr9 yrs exp

Fun And Reliable

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Spending time with kids it is rewarding and fun in so many ways. I am married and I live in Kittery, Maine. I have worked for families in Boston, Exeter, Portsmouth, Stratham, Kittery, and York Maine. I have experience with infants and toddlers. Taking care of little ones does not feel like a job to me, it is a way of living...
Elsa can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"We hired Elsa to look after our 1.5 yr old so we could attend a wedding. She was amazing with our son for the day and evening. We felt really at ease leaving him in her care. She is knowledgeable, trustworthy and caring. We would absolutely recommend her and hire...

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Lisa M.


Newmarket, NH

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I've been doing childcare on and off for over 8 Yrs. I have experience taking care of newborns up to 7 years old. I was also a nurses aid for 10 years and CPR Certified for infants and adults. I'm currently available Friday, Sat and some Sun if Needed. I can also do overnights if needed. My niece has twins girls...
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"My family interviewed Lisa today. While the position we're looking for may not work with her schedule, she is awesome and sweet and someone we're going to keep in mind for date nights and backup. Thanks again for your time today, Lisa!"

Erin A.

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Samantha W.


Newmarket, NH

$18-28/hr5 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Sam, and I am a sophomore at UNH! I have over 5 years experience consistently caring for families with multiple children and mets, so I am comfortable with all situations. I am a patient and outgoing person, who enjoys doing fun and creative activities with the kids. I am flexible with any tasks that need to get...
Samantha can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sam made an unforgettable impact during her four-month tenure as our boys' nanny this summer. Her adeptness in managing our energetic 4 and 7-year-olds was impressive, creating a perfect balance between engaging playtime, and educational activities. Sam's...

Ina M.

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Alexys Z.


Rye, NH

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Are you looking for a sitter who's experienced, reliable, and fun? You've come to the right profile! Hello, my name is Alexys and I have been working with children for over 10 years from 4 weeks to 15 years old. I also have a lot of experience with special needs children. I have my own transportation to travel back and forth as...
Alexys can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Alexys has a gift for working with young children! She's experienced, patient, reliable, and fun, basically, everything you'd want in a caregiver! She does a wonderful job when babysitting for her two nieces and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her to anyone!"

Torii Z.

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Gillian F.


Durham, NH

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a senior at the UNH studying human development and family studies with a minor in child life, I also played D1 field hockey there! I started babysitting when I was 15 and have babysat triplets, children from 3 mo. to 12 yo, children with autism, and children with ADHD. My goal is to become a child life specialist, helping...
Gillian can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Gillian is our go-to for sitting. She treats our son, B., like family and he adores her! We highly recommend Gillian for all of your sitting needs!"

Megan F.

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Maggie C.


Greenland, NH

$19-28/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have a passion for working with children and have had the opportunity to care for them for the last 10 years. Over the last decade I have cared for families as both a nanny, regular babysitter, as well as a one time babysitter. I have experience with children from all ages as well as multiples and children with special needs.
Maggie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Madeline P.


Hampton, NH

$10-20/hr

Creative And Reliable Babysitter And Nanny

My name is Maddie and I have had a great time working in child care for the past four years! I am creating and fun-loving but also responsible and trust worthy. I worked at Fun child care center in Hampton, NH from 2018 -2019. I watched children after school, assisted with homework, and ran daily craft activities. Over the...
Madeline can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Maddie babysat for us for nearly a decade and she was our nanny during COVID summers. She's also done overnights with our children. She is incredible. My girls absolutely love her. She's loving, energetic and extremely patient with my high-energy kiddo. Maddie is...

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Schyler S.


Hampton, NH

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a working professional with 10+ years of experience babysitting. I have experience with kids of all ages and often help out with my younger siblings. I am very trustworthy and reliable and also a safe driver. I am comfortable with pets and love being outside!
Schyler can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Schyler was great! She came to work for us short term. The kids loved her. She was fun, trustworthy, and dependable. A very nice girl to say the least. "

Nicole M.

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Anne B.


Rye Beach, NH

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Ready To Be A Grandma - My Children Are Not Cooperating!

Reliable, energetic and creative mom of two grown children looking to share in the joy of your little ones. Love reading and getting outdoors for active play. While currently working in the elementary school system, I am looking to supplement my income doing something I love. Happy to fill your needs for occasional date...
Anne can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"My children were comfortable with Anne from the get go, as was I! She is energetic (always up for outdoor time, arts and crafts, playing etc), fun and I feel very comfortable leaving my kids with her knowing they are cared for and safe."

Julianne J.

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Bonnie R.


Hampton, NH

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Sitter With Over 15 Years Experience

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My experience goes back many years. I have raised four children of my own and have been blessed with 10 beautiful grandchildren. In my family alone, I have plenty of first hand experience. However, I have done childcare outside my family. Most recently a family of four children over the Summers and prior to that another family...
Bonnie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Bonnie is exceptional with my 14 month old. I had never used a babysitter before, so I was an anxious new mom. She made me feel comfortable by coming to do 2 introductory meetings to build the relationship with my daughter before I left her solo. She is so warm...

Victoria L.

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Melissa B.


Greenland, NH

$24-30/hr10 yrs exp

My name is Melissa, my friends call me Mel. I have a 7-year-old son, and would love to bring him with me if it's during the summer months. I love animals, and don't mind preparing meals and helping with light house duties. I enjoy arts & crafts, music, outings. I have 7 years experience in a daycare setting, 1 of those years as...
Melissa can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Melissa started working for us when my kids were 1, 3 and 4. She worked for us full time for about 4 years and then as the kids all went to school full time we didn’t need the same level of care. She continued to help in the mornings, afternoons and summers....

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Olivia M.


Durham, NH

$18-21/hr3 yrs exp

Super Fun Sitter

I currently attend UNH and have a schedule that leaves most mornings and afternoons available. I am definitely a hard worker and have always particularly loved my jobs with kids. In the summer I am a camp counselor at a local camp and have loved doing that for the past 3 years. I am also a big sister and have my own apartment so...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Portsmouth, NH

Dayna D.

5.0

Dayna is amazing! My kids love her and I feel completely comfortable knowing that my kids are with her. She is responsible and keeps the kids busy all day.

- Jennifer M.

Elsa B.

5.0

We hired Elsa to look after our 1.5 yr old so we could attend a wedding. She was amazing with our son for the day and evening. We felt really at ease leaving him in her care. She is knowledgeable, trustworthy and caring. We would absolutely recommend her and hire her again!

- Care member

Lisa M.

5.0

My family interviewed Lisa today. While the position we're looking for may not work with her schedule, she is awesome and sweet and someone we're going to keep in mind for date nights and backup. Thanks again for your time today, Lisa!

- Erin A.

Samantha W.

5.0

Sam made an unforgettable impact during her four-month tenure as our boys' nanny this summer. Her adeptness in managing our energetic 4 and 7-year-olds was impressive, creating a perfect balance between engaging playtime, and educational activities. Sam's infectious enthusiasm turned each day into...

- Ina M.

Alexys Z.

5.0

You will instantly feel comfortable with Alexys like you have known her for years. She is very friendly and nice to chat with and the kids love her.

- Julianne B.

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Average Rating4.8 / 5

Babysitters in Portsmouth, NH are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.