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60 babysitters are listed in Portsmouth, NH
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Portsmouth, NH
Raynah F.
Portsmouth, NH
$25-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I've made it my mission to support families by providing a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for children. With four years of experience in childcare, I'm skilled at fostering children's development, keeping parents updated on their child's day, and enforcing household rules with a calm and friendly demeanor.
I enjoy...
Deanna K.
Portsmouth, NH
$30-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I've been caring for children of all ages for the past decade. My passion is helping children grow and develop in a nurturing and safe environment. I believe in fostering children's independence while teaching them valuable life skills. I'm well-equipped to care for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers.
I am a...
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel & more
Shelby G.
Portsmouth, NH
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
Working with children has always been my biggest passion. I strive to create and implement a rewarding and stimulating schedule. I use community resources (library trips, story hours, play groups, visits to the park and farm) to help implement a fun schedule with different activities and opportunities for the child(ren)...
Shelby can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Mikaela H.
Portsmouth, NH
$15/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I live in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. I love kids and have a ton of experience with them. I have babysat and been a nanny to multiple families and I am happy to provide anyone with their information!
Mikaela can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Shirley B.
Portsmouth, NH
$25-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
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, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Greetings, I have 20 years plus of experience in caring for children of all ages, as well as raising 3 children of my own as a single mom. I can help with Light Housekeeping, errands, cooking and Laundry. I enjoy going to the park, ocean, swimming, the playgrounds, museums, movies, doing arts and crafts, listening to music, as...
Darci can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Evelyn S.
Portsmouth, NH
$15-25/hr • 10 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Hello, my name is Kristin. I am a Mother of 3 myself. 27y/o and 25y/o twins (born at 26 weeks). Empty nest syndrome is real. As a Nanny I think of myself as multifaceted second pair of hands to help minimize your stress.
I have over 10 years experience as a EMT and CPR Instructor.
Experience with:
* Preemies
* Infants
* Pre...
Kristin can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Ashley E.
Portsmouth, NH
$25-50/hr • 12 yrs exp
Hello!
I'm an experienced nanny with over 10 years of caring for children ranging from newborns to pre-teens. My childcare philosophy centers on learning through play, as I believe hands-on activities, creativity, and exploration are essential for children to grow, learn, and thrive. Whether it's crafting, outdoor adventures,...
I have been babysitting for several different families now for over 4-5 years. I have babysat from newborns to toddlers to children older than 12. I worked three years at a residential facilities for boys aged 11-20 and currently work at an alternative school kids age 5-22 with disabilities.
Mareena can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hi! My name is Em! I recently graduated from Lesley University with two bachelor degrees in Expressive Arts Therapy and Psychology. I have taken classes with topics on child psychology, art therapy, movement therapy, lifespan psychology, trauma & crisis, and disability studies. I have 9 years of babysitting/nannying experience,...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Em has been a fantastic help to our family with childcare and with domestic chores such as grocery shopping and laundry folding. She is very mature and responsible and communicates proactively. We trust her to drive our car to shuttle our kids from school to...
Elizabeth F.
Tara H.
Hampton, NH
$19-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Tara, I have been babysitting kids of all ages from the time I was 14. I have many years of experience from 4 years of being a Director of a childcare nursery, volunteering in the nursery at church to watching many families children. I have graduated college with a Biological science degree. I am CPA and CNA...
Tara can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Tara is friendly, kind and responsible. She has been helping with with PT babysitting of my 1 year old son for the last few months. She has been very flexible with our changing schedule, which I really appreciate, and is a calm presence for our son. She has been...
Ruthi D.
Danielle G.
Eliot, ME
$26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Creative Individual Looking For Babysitting Or Nanny Opportunities
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I received my Masters in Human Development from University of Maine in 2019. I have experience with infants, toddlers, and children of all ages. I love cats, dogs, and all other animals. More than willing to bring arts and crafts projects if asked. I love reading books before bed time, preparing dinner and spending time with...
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Danielle was our go-to babysitter for a year and a half until she moved for school. We miss all her dearly. I have two daughters, ages 9 and 2, and they always looked forward to having Danielle babysit. Danielle would engage with them and play games and have fun...
Kelly G.
5.0
(2)
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
5.0
(5)
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, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Elsa started watching our daughter after we moved to the area and we immediately loved how calm, patient, nurturing, and thoughtful she is. Our daughter was 1.5 years old when Elsa started and our daughter loves being with her! Most days our daughter didn't even...
Sadie B.
Lisa M.
Newmarket, NH
$33/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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.
Newmarket, NH
$18-28/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Robyn!
I currently run a small candle business with my sister & have been looking for part-time opportunities to nanny/babysit. I have a B. S. in Public Health, & nannied for 8 years throughout high school, college, & the pandemic. I have looked after children between the ages of 4-14 years. I'm diligent, creative,...
Robyn can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"She is very conscientious and takes her job very seriously. We highly recommend her."
Dom S.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Portsmouth, NH
Emma K.
5.0
Em has been a fantastic help to our family with childcare and with domestic chores such as grocery shopping and laundry folding. She is very mature and responsible and communicates proactively. We trust her to drive our car to shuttle our kids from school to activities in rush hour and she always...
- Elizabeth F.
Tara H.
5.0
Tara is friendly, kind and responsible. She has been helping with with PT babysitting of my 1 year old son for the last few months. She has been very flexible with our changing schedule, which I really appreciate, and is a calm presence for our son. She has been helpful with tidying up here and...
- Ruthi D.
Danielle G.
5.0
Danielle was our go-to babysitter for a year and a half until she moved for school. We miss all her dearly. I have two daughters, ages 9 and 2, and they always looked forward to having Danielle babysit. Danielle would engage with them and play games and have fun with them so they saw it as a treat...
- Kelly G.
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.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Portsmouth, NH:
How can I find a Portsmouth babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Portsmouth, NH 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 32 babysitters in Portsmouth, NH on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 Portsmouth, NH?
The average rate for Portsmouth, NH babysitters on Care.com is $20.56 per hour as of March 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 Portsmouth, NH?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Portsmouth, NH 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.
Ratings for Portsmouth, NH babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Portsmouth, NH are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.