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36 babysitters are listed in Rockland, ME
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Rockland, ME
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am young at heart and enjoy working with children (of all ages). My lifetime of experience includes Senior care as well. Have dog and house sat around the world!
Professionally, I had a career as an Art Director. I have worked as a Manager in hospitality, had an assortment of caregiving positions - including substitute...
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mary was wonderful! She was very relaxed, kind, capable and competent. She was engaging with my son but knew when to pull back as well. She even noticed that my son likes foxes when she came for an interview and then brought him 3 library books about foxes when she...
Zoe C.
Rose T.
Rockland, ME
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Occasional Sitter With 10 Years Of Experience, Plus 3 Years As A Children's Librarian
I have babysat for several families (including my own) over the last 10 years. I have often read to the children or helped them to read. I also play outside with them, play and make up games with them, help with school work, help with cooking and cleaning, etc.
I have been an assistant children's librarian for the last three...
Rose can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Gabrielle B.
Rockland, ME
$23/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is gabby I love kids and adventuring, I have been told I have a very outgoing bubbly personality. I have three nieces and they're my word. I have experience in child care as a 2-4 daycare teacher and I loved every minute of it. I am CPR certified and I'm a type one diabetic that has been managing my own care sense...
Gabrielle can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Phoebe A.
Rockland, ME
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Creative And Dedicated Nanny With 3 Years Of Childcare Experience, 20 Years Old.
Hello! My name is Phoebe, I'm 20 yrs old, and I have three years of childcare experience, including a year as a preschool teacher at a daycare. I've worked with children of all ages, focusing on preschoolers (ages 3-5). My skills include educational support, planning activities, and teaching arts and crafts. I enjoy cooking...
I am currently a lead teacher at the daycare I work at. My age group is 2-3 years. I love to work with children but I am looking for a more one on one environment. What's most important to me about working with toddlers is encouraging emotional intelligence and self advocacy. I love to see growth in a child's ability to set...
Alexa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Megan M.
Rockland, ME
$35/hr • 3 yrs exp
Fun, Outdoorsy Babysitter With 3+ Years Experience Caring For Kids!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Megan. I grew up babysitting and nannied throughout college in both New York and Berlin. My professional background includes working at multiple environmental education centers and guiding trips at a YMCA summer camp. I have extensive experience working with children and pride myself on being calm and engaging.
I...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My husband and I hired Megan to babysit our two boys for an evening out in a new town. She was wonderful and extremely dependable. I loved that she spent quality time with our boys by making crafts, spending time outside, and bringing her own beads to make a...
Monika H.
Aspen J.
Rockland, ME
$16/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I grew up locally and I have lived in the area for the last 10 years. My experience began in high school when I helped to take care of my much younger brother and babysitting for families in the neighborhood. In college, I babysat for one of my professors and while living in New York City, I did some part-time child care for a...
Aspen can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Brianna G.
Rockland, ME
$17-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
not currently first aid or CPR certified, but have been first responder certified in the past. School and Summer Camp experience in addition to some babysitting. Games, crafts, educational support, especially science. I have been lifeguard certified in the past. I can teach your kid to juggle. ;)
Brianna can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Cheyenne W.
Rockland, ME
$23-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Currently I'm looking for Monday - Thursday or Friday. I've been taking care of children for over 5 years, and the joy and fulfillment it brings me are unparalleled. I'm passionate about supporting families and providing reliable childcare that puts parents at ease. My patient and calm nature, combined with my creativity and...
Ashley L.
Rockland, ME
$20-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm passionate about caring for children, and I've been doing it for over four years. I'm creative and imaginative, and I love playing games with children. I'm also very comfortable enforcing household rules. I believe that children thrive in a structured environment, and I'm committed to providing a safe and nurturing space for...
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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.
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: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Haley babysat for our two children for a brief period of time while we were in Rockland. She was on-time, pleasant, courteous, respectful, and our kids took to her with ease. We will use her again when we are back in town."
Kathleen E.
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.
Jessica S.
Spruce Head, ME
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jessica. I grew up in Midcoast Maine but we moved back to the area a few years ago after being stationed 4 years in Southern Maryland with the Coast Guard. While in Maryland, I worked for the county at a summer camp and at the child development center on base before I did private nannying for a family for just...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jessica watched my two children (11 & 2) while my husband and I were out for a few hours. She is very attentive, safety oriented, and professional. The kids had a great time with her and we look forward to working with her again!"
Ali T.
Hi, I'm Katie! I've moved back to the Midcoast area from Portland, and I am dedicated to making babysitting fun and enriching for the children I work with. I like to schedule activities and games to play throughout the day as well as plan for safe trips to farms/playgrounds. I love to be in nature! Most of my experience is with...
Katherine can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Hazel D.
Camden, ME
$27-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi my name's Hazel and I'm local to Camden! I grew up babysitting for many families in town and worked at a Montessori school with young kids. I love to create fun summertime activities for kids and have my own transportation. Excited to meet your whole gang!
Alexis P.
Warren, ME
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have been a summer camp counselor for 3 years. I have worked with kids ages 5-14. I absolutely love working with kids.
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Abby U.
Thomaston, ME
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a stay at home mom. I have prior childcare experience in both a childcare setting and private babysitting. I'd love to help care for some children. I absolutely love working with children of all ages.
Abby can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
I have been working on privately owned yachts for over 15 years, from cooking, childcare, dog duty you name it when it comes to assisting families I have probably done it. I am a happy easy going person that works hard and keeps a clean work place.
Tracey can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Rockland, ME
Mary S.
5.0
Mary was wonderful! She was very relaxed, kind, capable and competent. She was engaging with my son but knew when to pull back as well. She even noticed that my son likes foxes when she came for an interview and then brought him 3 library books about foxes when she came to babysit which showed so...
- Zoe C.
Megan M.
5.0
I highly recommend Megan. Our family was visiting the Samoset for a wedding. We hired Megan to care for our six-year-old son while we attended the ceremony and reception. Being from out of town made finding a reliable and caring sitter all the more important. Megan was incredibly professional in all...
- Elizabeth F.
Emily C.
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 allergies ext. We liked her so much...
- Carina W.
Haley W.
5.0
Haley babysat for our 1 year old daughter during a wedding reception. She arrived at the venue early, and my daughter took to her instantly. (Usually she needs at least a couple minutes to warm up to new people.) The details of the timing of the day were a little up in the air, but Haley was very...
- Sarah P.
Brigitte W.
5.0
Brigitte has a warm, positive personality. Dogs, children and elderly people love her!
- Linda W.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Rockland, ME:
How can I find a Rockland babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Rockland, 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 10 babysitters in Rockland, 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 Rockland, ME?
The average rate for Rockland, ME babysitters on Care.com is $21.60 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 Rockland, ME?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Rockland, 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.