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Dionne P.
South Gardiner, ME
$23/hr • 20 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am hoping to find some childcare opportunities here that will allow me to work part-time.
I have decades of child care experience from occasional babysitting, to nannying for families with differing age groups and needs.
I would love to get to know your family and continue growing my childcare experience!
Dionne can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
I absolutely love children and have worked with kids of all different ages and abilities.
I have over 8 years of experience in child care. I have been a professional nanny, camp counselor, and baby sitter. I volunteer frequently with different organizations that improve the quality of life for children. Those groups range...
Danielle can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Nursing Student & Experienced CNA Available for Child Care (CPR/BLS certified)
with 5 years of experience. I've also cared for children of all ages, from infants to older kids, and I'm passionate about creating a safe, fun environment.
I currently work weekends (per diem) to support myself through nursing school. I am...
Michelle Q.
Richmond, ME
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a caring and experienced childcare provider with a passion for helping children grow and develop. With three years of experience, I'm comfortable caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I believe in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children to learn and play.
I am patient, calm,...
I am an experienced babysitter. I have worked with 4 different families as well as worked at a daycare in high school for years. I am a senior in college and looking for a summer job while I wait for my fiance to come back from deployment.
Kaitlyn can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hello everyone! I am a stay-at-home mom in Richmond, and I am looking to provide childcare to someone once or twice a week, in your home or my home if desired. My 2-year-old son gets along great with others. I was previously a children's therapist in home and in schools for the last 8 years and have experience working with kids...
Kelsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi I'm a fun, loving mother of 3 grown kids and 5 grandkids. I love sharing my time with curious little minds exploring outside and learning about simple everyday life.
I would care for your child as my own with respect and guidance. We will explore inside with games, toys, and crafts and baking if they are old enough. Having...
Lynn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Cassandra B.
Readfield, ME
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun, Dependable Babysitter With Over 15 Years Of Experience Caring For Kids Of All Ages
5.0
(4)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
My babysitting strengths include: -Building awesome blanket forts -Dropping everything for a spontaneous dance party -Enjoying the outdoors (especially summer swimming!) -Encouraging creativity -Managing kids busy schedules, keeping things organized but fun! -Loving family pets (scared of snakes though!) On a more serious note,...
Cassandra can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Cassandra to watch our 2 year old daughter and she is PERFECT! She has spent the whole week with our little, and I couldn't ask for more. She is on time, professional, has really bonded with our daughter, actively engages her in games/outdoor...
Monica C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have raised 3 children of my own and nannied for 4 separate families over the years. Over the years I have Seeking part time.
Jan can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Kelly H.
Leeds, ME
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've always loved children and I used to help my mom babysit and then babysat on my own as a teenager. I have cared for children in my home and theirs. I have also worked at a couple of daycares. I have 2 boys of my own ages 12 and 19. I have experience with newborn to young adults and special needs. I've also cared for twins...
Kelly can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kelly was absolutely fantastic with my twin girls. she cared for them a couple times a week for about 5 months. The only reason she doesn't anymore is due to making the decision for me to be a stay at home mom. She was always on time and communicated very well, I...
Ally N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently living in the Market Common area and am looking for afternoon hours. I have been babysitting since I was 11 years old, originally from VT. I have babysat for many families over the years with multiple kids of all ages. I also have experience in house sitting. I have always loved kids and hope to have some of my...
Kylie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"Truly a baby whisperer- she created such a serene and nurturing experience for our newborn daughter and has become our oldest daughter’s favorite sitter! "
Jess N.
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
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.
Madison B.
Lisbon Falls, ME
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Madi and I'm currently attending college at the University of Maine-Farmington for a major in elementary education. When at college, I work at the on-campus daycare with children ages 2-9. I also have worked in the school setting of a first grade classroom for practicum (4 months long). I am both CPR and FA certified....
Madison can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Madi helped us with our 8 month old daughter for 2 weeks and despite our daughter being a handful, Madi handled it well and always with a smile. She arrived each day on time, stuck to our daughters schedule and we would definitely recommend Madi to anyone."
Tara Q.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Gabby and I am a pharmacy student at the University of Rhode Island! Beyond working as a pharmacy intern at Walgreens and CVS, I also have experience working with children as a substitute teacher (K-5) during school breaks and as a babysitter during the school year. I am responsible as well as enthusiastic to...
Gabrielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gabby made our out of town babysitting experience very easy. She was very responsive to my requests to talk and FaceTime beforehand. Due to her warm demeanor and competency I felt safe leaving my daughter with her. If I lived in Maine I would book/hire her again. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I've been working with care. com families for the last 4 years! I love working with kids, and watching them grow and become their own little person! I like to cook, and clean. I love animals too! I live in topsham!
Morgan can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Morgan has worked for us as our nanny for nearly a year and feels like part of our family. Although I'm excited for my son to move on to grade K in the fall, we will miss her so much! If you are looking for someone who is punctual, responsible, a great playmate,...
Katie J.
Gigi C.
Augusta, ME
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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
"Great personality with kids. Would hire again!"
Frances D.
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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Olivia is fantastic. She is a caring, attentive, highly reliable, and thoughtful baby sitter, child care expert, and friend of the family. Our oldest son shouts out in delight when he hears it will be an "Olivia day" and our youngest gladly naps with her in a quiet...
Daniel W.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have my Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Development, and a K-3 teaching certification as well as a Masters in Special Education. I am currently a Special Education teacher in Portland. I have been working with children for over 15 years babysitting, nannying, working in a childcare center teaching Pre-K and teaching...
Amy can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"We interviewed Amy for a nanny position we had available. We strongly recommend anyone looking for a good nanny to reach out to Amy and consider her. Amy possesses many great qualities!
Jenn & Dave"
Jennifer S.
4.3
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello... I am Marlley. I am 31 years old. I have more than 10 years of experience working as a nanny, caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I can stay with many children and I have the ability to care for each child individually, while paying close attention to the needs of the group. I am committed to...
Marlley can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
4.0
"We hired Marlley through care.com to care for our 1 and 6 YOs 2 days per week. Our girls loved her and she was very good with both ages. She cared for our 1 YO all day, handling naps, feeding and putting her to bed, I felt completely comfortable having Marrley...
Meghan P.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in South Gardiner, ME
Cassandra B.
5.0
We hired Cassandra to watch our 2 year old daughter and she is PERFECT! She has spent the whole week with our little, and I couldn't ask for more. She is on time, professional, has really bonded with our daughter, actively engages her in games/outdoor activities/story time, preps meals for her,...
- Monica C.
Kelly H.
5.0
Kelly was absolutely fantastic with my twin girls. she cared for them a couple times a week for about 5 months. The only reason she doesn't anymore is due to making the decision for me to be a stay at home mom. She was always on time and communicated very well, I loved getting texts with updates or...
- Ally N.
Kylie N.
5.0
Truly a baby whisperer- she created such a serene and nurturing experience for our newborn daughter and has become our oldest daughter’s favorite sitter!
- Jess N.
Taylor T.
5.0
Very hard worker and loves kids. She's great when working with them.
- Sara C.
Madison B.
5.0
Madi helped us with our 8 month old daughter for 2 weeks and despite our daughter being a handful, Madi handled it well and always with a smile. She arrived each day on time, stuck to our daughters schedule and we would definitely recommend Madi to anyone.
- Tara Q.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in South Gardiner, ME:
How can I find a South Gardiner babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in South Gardiner, 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 1 babysitters in South Gardiner, 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 South Gardiner, ME?
The average rate for South Gardiner, ME babysitters on Care.com is $23.00 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 South Gardiner, ME?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in South Gardiner, 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.