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I am 19 years old and I study at Dickinson College in PA. I am living in South Thomaston until I go back to school and I'm looking for a flexible part-time job as I play tennis all summer. I am CPR and First-Aid certified. I have about 2 years of experience picking up a 4-year-old and a 1-year-old from daycare and babysitting...
Madeline can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jessica was a joy to work with. She was patient, caring and compassionate towards our children, who absolutely loved playing with her. She was very accommodating with our last minute changes/needs. You won't be disappointed by hiring her! We would absolutely hire...
Samantha H.
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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...
Sarah P.
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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.
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.
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
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: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
2.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with children of all ages for over 25 years. I have cared for special needs as well as typically developing kids. I can offer several references. I love to play with the kids rather than just let them be. I especially love infants and toddlers.
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
I have prior experience with younger and older children. I have had a hand in raising many family members. I have my CNA and CRMA I am CPR and First aid certified for both adults and children. I am a 23-year-old Married woman and I have a 1-year-old son. I am very reliable. I have my own transportation I'm willing to do...
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping
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...
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Have raised 4 children, 4 grandchildren, and have taken care of 4 children for 2 families.
Love the outdoors and teaching kids about nature. Have a huge yard, lots of gardens and a pool. Also have 3 adult and friendly dogs.
I prefer to work evenings but am open to other work hours.
Some of the childcare must be done in my...
Judy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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...
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in South Thomaston, ME
Jessica S.
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.
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.
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.
Brigitte W.
5.0
Brigitte has a warm, positive personality. Dogs, children and elderly people love her!
- Linda W.
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.
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How much do babysitters charge in South Thomaston, ME?
The average rate for South Thomaston, ME babysitters on Care.com is $15.00 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 South Thomaston, ME?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in South Thomaston, 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.